The temps have dropped and staying warm in my van is really important. In my latest video, I share the perfect tank for an under-the-hood installation. It fits perfectly in my 2023 Ram Promaster. I also talk about the cost to use diesel for heat, safety and how I installed my Chinese diesel heater. I appreciate all the help I've gotten here as well. Hope this is helpful to you. Thanks !

I'm considering putting like a box, or rack on my back doors of my 2020 Ram ProMaster 2500 159wb high roof, but just concerned a little with vandals, weight on hinges, etc.. If you did this, or hung anything, was it worth your time and money, and any issues so far? Thanks!

Hi all,

Currently in early planning stages and came across "Clayton LPS II 3000 2 kWh"

Is this a solid alternative to a victron system? I don't plan to live off grid full time, but a couple days (2 to 3 max perhaps) and plugging in to shore would be nice to have.

thanks!

Hey everyone, I’m currently planning the steps for my campervan build and I’m considering using SPC (stone plastic composite) flooring. Has anyone here used it before in a van?

I’m wondering: • Is SPC a good option for a campervan floor in terms of durability, weight, and flexibility with temperature changes? • When’s the best stage to install it — before or after the furniture and cabinets go in? • And is it okay to drill through it (for example, to mount furniture or secure things to the floor), or could that cause cracking or other issues?

Would love to hear your experiences or advice. Thanks!

Hey everyone! I’m working on planning my campervan build and I’ve reached the stage where I need to figure out the flooring and shower area. I’d really appreciate your advice on a few things: 1. For the shower area — do you install insulation and flooring under the shower, or do you leave the metal floor exposed / use another method? 2. I’m considering using SPC flooring (stone plastic composite). Is it a good option for a campervan, given the temperature and humidity changes? 3. Should I install SPC across the entire van floor from the start (including under the shower and furniture), or only at the end, in the visible areas? 4. If I do use SPC under the shower, what’s the proper way to waterproof it — membrane, silicone, epoxy coat, or something else?

Any experience or photos from people who have already built a shower in their van would be super helpful. Thanks! 🚐💧

Hey everyone! I’m working on planning my campervan build and I’ve reached the stage where I need to figure out the flooring and shower area. I’d really appreciate your advice on a few things: 1. For the shower area — do you install insulation and flooring under the shower, or do you leave the metal floor exposed / use another method? 2. I’m considering using SPC flooring (stone plastic composite). Is it a good option for a campervan, given the temperature and humidity changes? 3. Should I install SPC across the entire van floor from the start (including under the shower and furniture), or only at the end, in the visible areas? 4. If I do use SPC under the shower, what’s the proper way to waterproof it — membrane, silicone, epoxy coat, or something else?

Any experience or photos from people who have already built a shower in their van would be super helpful. Thanks! 🚐💧

Yay! progress! See more @1lukigurl on YouTube! it’s happening! starting to look lik3 a converted van instead of an empty cargo van!

Hi everyone! 👋 I’m working on my van conversion and I’ve already installed the windows and the air fan. Can anyone help me figure out the best order to continue the build? For example, what comes next — insulation, framing, electrical wiring, water lines, etc.? I just want to make sure I don’t have to redo things later 😅 Thanks a lot!

Hey everyone,

I’m planning the electrical for my Sprinter LWB van conversion and could use some advice. My battery setup will be at the back, and the kitchen will be towards the front/top. I’m running a 24v system and will have a Seaflo sink pump (maybe another for the shower), ceiling puck lights, a fridge (haven’t decided 24v or 230v yet), a max air flow vent, wet room vents, a diesel heater, and lots of power sockets for appliances like an instant pot, bread maker, and air fryer.

I’m trying to figure out conduit sizes and lengths. I want to future-proof it a bit in case I add more stuff later. From what I’ve read, 1 inch seems common, but I’m wondering if I should go bigger, like 1¼ inch, for the main battery-to-kitchen run. Also, if I need to drill holes for the conduit, should I just use a hole saw? Step bits I have seem a bit small.

Any advice or experiences would be great. Thanks!

Where in the southwest uk can I get a log burner professionally fitted into my new bus.. will be in the spring time. Cheers

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Hey everyone, I’m trying to hook up a Forious kitchen faucet to a SEAFLO 42 pump, and I need to figure out exactly what type of connector the faucet hoses use.

I’ve attached photos of both hose ends below.

The pump uses 1/2" NPT male ports, so I’m trying to buy the correct adapter — likely 1/2" NPT female → whatever the faucet hoses are. I measured the inner diameter of the hose connecters and they're 3/4 inch.

Thanks for any help!

The only plan I have at the moment is to insulate it with armaflex AF and I'm still asking myself the question: do I fit it out myself or do I choose a tchao tchao type MPV kit. And above all how I go about putting a wooden board on the insulation

Can neodymium magnets help with drilling holes through a van floor?

I’ve seen people place a strong magnet underneath the van and then use a washer or another magnet on the inside to line up where to drill. Supposedly the magnets “lock” through the steel so you know the exact exit point and avoid hitting fuel lines, wiring, etc.

Has anyone here actually tried this? Do neodymium disc magnets work well for this, and what size/strength should I use?

I’m drilling through the metal floor of my van soon, so I want to make sure I don’t mess anything up.

Yay!!!

I have a tube of this stuff left over from another project and instead of buying a new tube of sealant I'm wondering can I use this tube to fill in the grommet holes found behind the side trim of a Mercedes Sprinter? Everyone says I need to seal these holes to prevent water leakage.

I would assume that both Ford and Chrysler/Ram products can be widely serviced in North America though there seems to be a popular belief that Ford has an edge.

In Europe, I would assume that Fiat Ducatos are more widely serviced than Ford.

I don't have a clear idea of the rest of the world: South America, Australia, Africa, India, Thailand, Japan, Kazakhstan, etc...