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
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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 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
Custom Fuse Covers, and removing logos
In this video – the making of custom fuse covers. Acrylic sheets – https://amzn.to/3odwI23 Fuse holder https://amzn.to/3ETqH17 Disconnect switch https://amzn.to/3CTCRGI What to remove logo from … Read more
Van Mockup Walk Through
This video shows the mock up of our van design. The idea of converting our own van came about after a vacation to the Canadian Rockies. We rented a 15 … Read more
Bed Design
This video shows the design of the bed platform. Products seen in this video: Bed Mattress https://amzn.to/3CY75IA I was worried about ordering a mattress online. Its a big deal having … Read more
Wire size, AC and DC circuits
You need to have the correct size wire for the amperage and voltage that will run through the wire. Remember every wire should be protected by a fuse, limiting the … Read more
Charging with the Alternator
You can charge your batteries from your vehicles alternator. The alternator delivers power to all the vehicles electrical components and keeps the starter battery charged. The vehicles alternator may deliver … Read more
Solar Controller
I will use a MPPT charge controller. Based on my research this type of charge controller does a better job when it receives high voltage. So my solar panels will … Read more
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
A fuse is an intentional weak point in a circuit. Fuses are designed to fail! When too much current flows through a circuit, the filament in the fuse melts. This … Read more
Furrules and Ring Terminals
There are many ways to connect wires together or to a terminal. Soldering an crimping are the most common. Crimping is easy, fast and effective. Crimping crushes the wire around … Read more
Solar Panels
How many watts of solar do you need? The design of this van will have room for two, 200 watt solar panels. That’s 400 watts. Some vans have 200, 400 … Read more
System and Inverter size
How big, and how much will this electrical system cost? To get an idea you need to find out the electricity you will consume each day. To do that gather … Read more
Cables and Lugs
Crimping terminals onto cables requires heavy duty crimping tools. The most basic, and cost effective crimper is the hammer crimper. This is what I used. You can also buy a … Read more
Finding water
We keep a portable jerry can for filling up with water. We will fill up by hose, or at rest areas. Jerry Can We have a WATER BANDIT which … Read more
Water tank location
The water tanks are right inside the sliding door, this makes them easy to fill. This also helps keep them from freezing. By locating the water tanks between the axles, … Read more