My second Cargo Van Conversion has been coming along fine, yet it’s time now to make some choices about the actual vehicle. The next few weeks, I’ll be reviewing the 5 main contestants: Ram ProMaster, Ford Transit, MB Sprinter, Chevy Express and the Nissan NV. Ford Transit Review MB Sprinter Review Nissan NV Review These… Continue reading First Look: 2015 Ram Promaster Review
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What Do Ford, Mercedes Benz, GM, Chrysler and Nissan Have In Common?
It’s time to buy a new van and after having done some of the preliminary work, I’ll have to visit a few dealerships to clear up some remaining questions and, after choosing the final model, to actually see where I can get the best deal. The first step, in this two-step process, is getting a… Continue reading What Do Ford, Mercedes Benz, GM, Chrysler and Nissan Have In Common?
7 Gadgets To Super-Charge Your Cargo Van
THE PURCHASE OF THE NEW CARGO VAN IS COMING CLOSER AND I STARTED THINKING ABOUT SOME OF THE BASIC ELECTRONICS, THAT SHOULD BE INSTALLED SOON AFTER I BRING IT HOME. Some can be included in the purchase as an option, yet most can be installed cheaper as an after-market product with more flexibility of choice.… Continue reading 7 Gadgets To Super-Charge Your Cargo Van
2014 Van Sales: Ford Transit Is The Big Winner
OVERALL SALES NUMBERS OF COMMERCIAL VANS AKA CARGO VANS, ARE ALL OVER THE PLACE AS SALES OF OLDER MODELS ARE RAPIDLY DECLINING. Sales of the newer European-Style vans have been rising steadily, beginning with the MB Sprinter that has been on the market longest, but still account for a small part of the total market.… Continue reading 2014 Van Sales: Ford Transit Is The Big Winner
Living in a Van: How to Survive Winter
NOW YOU HAVE FINISHED YOUR VAN AND SPEND THE SUMMER VISITING YOUR FAVORITE LOCATIONS, BUT WINTER IS APPROACHING… WHAT TO DO? Everybody’s situation differs and much depends on how well you insulated your van and what kind of heating you installed. Most should follow the crowd and GO SOUTH! Four distinct areas are well-suited for… Continue reading Living in a Van: How to Survive Winter
Coleman Hot Water On Demand Portable Water Heater
Easy to use portable propane-powered heater with a battery-powered pump. Fill the collapsible 5 gal. container with water and attach it to the pump, to get up to 100° F water in under 5 seconds. Each propane cylinder heats up to 40 gallons.
How To Transform A Bed Into A Work Desk & More
Going from bed to family room with TV and picture and finally to work desk, may be the ultimate task, that I set for myself, yet it may be the perfect solution for comfortable living in a small space, such as a converted cargo van. In finding the best layout for the new cargo van… Continue reading How To Transform A Bed Into A Work Desk & More
Pressurized Solar Water Heater
A few gallons of hot water for a shower or just to clean up. It’s solar, so no electricity needed and you can pressurize it too. The tube-like structure is attached to a roof rack and features a short hose with sprayer. The sun heats the water inside during the day. From roadshower.com
Built-in Computer Desk
Elegant computer desk, that hides away within the wall of a cargo van.
8 Critical Elements Of A Modern Van Conversion
THERE ARE MANY REASONS TO HAVE A CONVERSION VAN. MOST FOLKS WILL USE IT FOR AFFORDABLE TRAVEL, AND SOME DOING THE MORE EXTREME BOONDOCKING AND EVEN LESS LIVING IN IT PERMANENTLY. Some use it as their mobile office, while traveling around the country, others have made it part of the Tiny House Movement. For me… Continue reading 8 Critical Elements Of A Modern Van Conversion