DIY Camper Van Build Series – Part 2: Prepping your van for conversion
Before the fun begins, you’ve got to clean, strip, inspect, and plan — here’s how to prep your van properly for the DIY build ahead.
Helen keeps us grounded with her sharp eye for detail and practical mindset—she's the one making sure every tip actually works at the campsite.
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Van Life Manual – Part 6: Finding community and staying connected
Avoid isolation and find your people — how to connect with the van life community, stay social, and make the road feel a little less lonely
Van Life Manual – Part 5: The unglamorous stuff like parking, showers, toilets & more
The practical side of van life: where to park, shower, work, collect mail, use the bathroom — and how to stay clean (you and your van), connected, and comfortable.
Van Life Manual – Part 4: Full-time vs. part-time van life
Not sure how committed you need to be? Here’s how to decide between full-time van life and part-time travel in your camper van.
Van Life Manual – Part 3: How much does van life cost?
From budgeting and start-up costs to remote work ideas — here’s how van lifers afford life on the road (and how you can too).
Van Life Manual – Part 2: Choosing OR building your camper van
Buy or build? Sprinter or Promaster? Here’s how to choose the right van and setup for your budget, lifestyle, and van life plans.
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