DIY Van Help

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Cab Extension/Storage Area in a Ram ProMaster

In our van builds we add an extension behind the front cab area that serves three main purposes: Adds storage in an easily accessible area of the van. You can use it for anything that you want access to regularly such as shoes or pet supplies.Covers the transition from the cargo floor to the cab

Making a Tufted Headboard and Footboard for Your Van

You know how some projects are tough and time consuming but totally worth it? This is one of them. In our house, we had a beautiful velvet, tufted king-sized bed. The look and feel of the headboard was luxurious, and we loved it. Since we knew we would be selling that bed when we moved

Water System

The goal of this article is to provide an overview of the design and installation of our water system in our campervan. Our water system includes the following components: Fresh water system: Fill inlet for filling the fresh water tank. 16 gallon fresh water tank. Screen filter, electric pump, accumulator, and ½ micron filter. Sink

Collapsible Queen Bed Design

The bed is one of the most important functional design aspects of your campervan. You will spend more time in your bed than any other part of the van. Why do I say this? The number one reason that people choose vanlife is freedom to travel and get outside. Whether it is hiking, biking, surfing,

Electrical System Background

Designing the electrical system for your campervan is one of the more daunting tasks of a van build. You will be dealing with potentially high voltages and currents. If you don’t properly size your wires and fuses or have poor connections between components, you could have a fire risk inside of your living space. If