Removing the headliner and insulating
The area above the driver and passenger seats can heat up like a pizza oven. Between the headliner and the steel of the van there is just air. Filling this … Read more
Wall Panels and Riv-Nuts
I am using 5mm plywood which is thinner than 1/4″. This provides light weight and flexibility. Some of the panels need to flex to hug the walls closely. I am … Read more
The shower stall, Walls, FRP Board and more….
These videos show the installation of the shower stall. From cutting the plywood walls, applying FRP board, and installing the faucet. Creating the shower walls part 1 Installing the shower … Read more
Shower drain – drilling a big hole in the van floor!
This will be the largest hole (so far) that I have drilled into the van floor. This is for the shower drain. The hole will go through the plywood, insulation … Read more
Drilling a hole in the stainless steel shower pan
Putting the correct size hole into the stainless steel shower pan is very important. Making an error is not an option. I admit I was over cautious when drilling this … Read more
Installing the recirculating show system
This idea of a recirculating shower system started a year ago. This was before even looking to purchase a van. I knew this was one of the problems I needed … Read more
Selecting and Testing Insulation for you Van Build
There are many thoughts about van insulation. In these videos I test several out. A main concern is condensation/moisture. How easy is the insulation to install. Is it readily available. … Read more
Installing the seat swivel
Selecting and installing a seat swivel in the van. WOW – these are expensive, but now that it is done – very much worth the expense. Also, this is a … Read more
Garage sliding doors in the van!
OK, this one is unusual – sliding doors to access the garage area in the van. Much better than a door, these sliders take up very little space, and are … Read more
Installing the pull out table
From cutting steel threaded rod, to installing the drawer slides on the bed rails. This video shows step by step installing the pull out table in the van. Also, a … Read more
Installing the bed frame
Installing the bed frame in the van. I used steel expandable rails from IKEA, and wood slats, also from IKEA. This was a cost effective and easily adaptable solution. Check … Read more
Installing a 54 inch bike slide inside your van
This video shows how to securely install a set of 54 inch drawer slides inside your van. Using simpson strong ties, and t-nuts make a secure mount to the floor. … Read more
Installing the floor, and insulating
There are many decisions to be made when installing the floor. I decided to use one inch XPS insulation, and half inch plywood. I used the existing threaded areas, and … Read more
Promaster 3500 Dimensions
This video provides the build dimensions of the Promaster 3500, including the roof, and underbelly (for water and grey tanks).
Promaster Options
When purchasing your van there are some specific options and features you will want. There are also some you may want to avoid. This video explains these features.
Big Battery 202 AH Lithium Iron cells
A review of Big Battery 202 AH Cells, and why I selected them for our Van Build.
Anderson SB175 Connectors – Battery connections
What are Anderson connectors, and why they are a good choice for your house batteries. Anderson type Connectors: https://amzn.to/3mUbK8V These are used to connect the batteries to the Inverter. … Read more
Pull out table design
The design of the slide out dining table. Drawer slides for pullout table: https://amzn.to/3BZdfae
Van life Bike Storage solution
I this video I explain how I created the pull out bike rack for the van. VADANIA Industrial Ultra Heavy Duty Drawer Slides with Lock 52″ https://amzn.to/30bAJfj I … Read more