In our DIY Van Build, we meticulously put together a dependable and high-performing Electrical System to provide reliable power for all the household appliances in the van. From determining our van … [Read More...] about Van Electrical System
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Renogy 500A 12V Battery Monitor Install
We installed a Renogy 500A Battery Monitor with DC Shunt to keep track of the capacity of the 12 Volt Battery Bank in our van. The Renogy Battery Monitor is one of the most popular choices when it … [Read More...] about Renogy 500A 12V Battery Monitor Install
Roof Rack
Unistrut Van Roof Rack
DIY Unistrut - Superstrut - Powerstrut DIY Van Roof Rack. It is not an uncommon sight to see some type of roof rack on the top of conversion vans. More cargo, solar panels, or a road shower are just … [Read More...] about Unistrut Van Roof Rack
Van Roof Rack Wind Deflector
We built a simple, easy-to-install DIY wind deflector to help reduce noise and vibration caused by the roof rack on our Ram ProMaster camper van conversion. A wind fairing aka wind deflector is a … [Read More...] about Van Roof Rack Wind Deflector
DIY Aluminum Van Roof Rack
We built a Custom DIY Aluminum Roof Rack for our Ram ProMaster Van. It is a lightweight and durable aluminum roof rack rail system that is designed to be modular and easily modified for future … [Read More...] about DIY Aluminum Van Roof Rack
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12V LED Dimmer Switch
We installed a 12V Dimmer Switch for the recessed ceiling-mounted LED Puck Lights in our van. While we have been using the LED Lighting in our van for a while now, they are so bright. At times, too … [Read More...] about 12V LED Dimmer Switch
Van Life Adventures
Kinsol Trestle
Vancouver Island is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. Hidden within its dense forests lies a testament to human ingenuity and ambition: the Kinsol Trestle. Located in the Cowichan Valley, this … [Read More...] about Kinsol Trestle
Martin Mars Water Bomber
The BC Aviation Museum, a treasure trove of aviation history, holds a special place in the hearts of airplane enthusiasts. But recently, a new behemoth joined its collection, drawing visitors from far … [Read More...] about Martin Mars Water Bomber
Goldstream Trestle
Nestled in the beautiful landscapes of Goldstream Provincial Park. The Goldstream Trestle Railway Bridge is a hidden gem ready to be discovered. Located just a short drive from Victoria, British … [Read More...] about Goldstream Trestle
Weekender Van Life
Camper Van Fridge Installation
Camper Van Fridge Installation. We installed a new Alpicool CX50 12v Compressor RV fridge in our conversion campervan. This new 12v fridge is larger and more efficient than our previous … [Read More...] about Camper Van Fridge Installation
Van Rooftop Tent Bottom Entry DIY
We added a DIY Bottom Entry “pass-through” hole to the Roofnest Rooftop Tent on our Ram ProMaster This custom DIY bottom entry access hole allows for easy access and egress between the van's cab … [Read More...] about Van Rooftop Tent Bottom Entry DIY
Yeti Roady 20
We picked up an imitation Yeti Roadie 20 Cooler to use for day trips and short van adventures. Physically identical to the original Yeti and offering seemingly similar ice retention. Small enough … [Read More...] about Yeti Roady 20
Inflatable Bodyboard Review
The BoardX Inflatable Bodyboard is a convenient way to bring a fun and affordable bodyboard on your next vacation. We picked up two Inflatable Bodyboards to use on some of our Van adventures and … [Read More...] about Inflatable Bodyboard Review
Shakespeare Pitchin Stik
The Shakespeare Pitchin Stik spincast combo is an affordable rod reel combo that is both compact and durable. We picked up two of them as a way to keep some fishing gear in the van full-time. The … [Read More...] about Shakespeare Pitchin Stik
Yeti Yonder Review
Yeti Yonder Review - We picked up some of the new Yonder bottles from Yeti. Are they the best plastic water bottles you can buy? The new Yeti Yonder is a durable and lightweight water bottle that … [Read More...] about Yeti Yonder Review
One Person White Water Raft
We picked up the Boatify One Person White Water Raft to use at the lake this summer. The Boatify One Person Inflatable White Water River Raft is a miniature White Water Raft that is only 6.9 feet … [Read More...] about One Person White Water Raft
NOCO Boost Plus GB40 Genius Boost+ Review
We picked up a NOCO GB40 Boost Plus Jump Starter as a safety measure in the unfortunate situation of having a dead battery. The Boost Plus is a compact Lithium-Ion battery booster pack with enough … [Read More...] about NOCO Boost Plus GB40 Genius Boost+ Review
Energizer Vision Rechargeable Lantern Review
The Energizer Vision Rechargeable Lantern is a 1000 Lumen Rechargeable LED Camping Lantern made for bright 360-degree lighting. It has three lighting brightness modes allowing for long runtime as well … [Read More...] about Energizer Vision Rechargeable Lantern Review
NOCO AC Port Plug Install
We installed a NOCO GPC1 AC Port Plug Power Inlet for the 125V Shore Power to 12v Converter Charger System in our van. The NOCO GCP1 is a simple-to-install 15 Amp plug-in port to run AC power for … [Read More...] about NOCO AC Port Plug Install
Home Projects
Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment
Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment Panels. I built some makeshift acoustic sound treatment panels using thrift store picture frames and moving blankets. Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment … [Read More...] about Moving Blanket Acoustic Sound Treatment
DIY Recycling Bin Storage Rack
We built a Recycling Bin Storage Rack to make it easy to store, hold and sort out our recyclable items. Our Recycling area was starting to get a little unkempt. To fix this we built a… Recycling … [Read More...] about DIY Recycling Bin Storage Rack
Outdoor LED Strip Lights
We installed American Lighting Color Changing Neon Flex Outdoor LED Strip Lights on the front of our house. This waterproof outdoor LED flexible light was easy to install and added impressive light … [Read More...] about Outdoor LED Strip Lights
Cedar Planters DIY
I wanted to bring some greenery to the front of our house with the addition of some large planters. After looking at some different options, I decided to build some Cedar Planters. This project … [Read More...] about Cedar Planters DIY
Weekender Van Life
Charging 6 volt Batteries In Series With 12 Volt Charger
This is the second installment of our Simple Campervan Wiring Diagram Series. In this diagram, we look at using a 6V Battery Bank instead of a single 12V Battery. Below you will find a 6-volt battery … [Read More...] about Charging 6 volt Batteries In Series With 12 Volt Charger
Van Heater Enclosure
Van Heater Enclosure. We installed our gasoline parking heater a little while back. Since then we have been busy working on other projects along with just enjoying summertime experiences in our … [Read More...] about Van Heater Enclosure
Van Conversion Windows
When you get the base van for your new van conversion, it will more than likely come as a panel van, all panels, and no rear windows. Unless you are going for a full stealth look, you will need to … [Read More...] about Van Conversion Windows
Campervan Folding Bed Seat
Without a bed, a Campervan is just a van. A great idea to make your conversion van more versatile and family friendly is to install a campervan folding bed seat. So, in this post, we will look … [Read More...] about Campervan Folding Bed Seat
Maxxair Fan MAXXFAN Deluxe Product Unboxing Initial Review
Unless you want the windows and walls of your van to rain condensation like a tropical depression. Then good ventilation will be a key thing to consider when building out your van. The Maxxair Fan … [Read More...] about Maxxair Fan MAXXFAN Deluxe Product Unboxing Initial Review
ProMaster Rear Speaker Install
If you are any type of audiophile you will quickly find out, the factory speaker setup in your Ram ProMaster is not all that. Furthermore, without speakers in the rear, or a Subwoofer, the sound in a … [Read More...] about ProMaster Rear Speaker Install
Van Floor Mats
Upgrading our Van Floor Mats. Most Van builds we have seen install some type of hardtop flooring. While this looks great, I personally can’t stand the mess left behind during the winter. The slushy … [Read More...] about Van Floor Mats