Camper van shower options (if you need one)
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by Christina
4y ago
Most folks tend to shower on a semi-regular basis, even folks who live in a van. Still, you don’t need a van shower to stay clean on road. However, some people opt for an indoor or outdoor shower. But with showering comes great responsibility – disposing of the greywater properly. Contents Do you need a shower in/with your van? Outdoor bathing Gym membership Outdoor van shower Indoor van shower Stowable shower Installed shower Getting the water warm and on your body Portable water heater Tankless water heater Solar shower Leave No Trace Biodegradable soap Showering outdoor ..read more
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Camper van fridge – 10 things to consider before buying
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by Christina
4y ago
A fridge is one of those creature comforts most folks want in their van. However, some folks do opt for a regular cooler full of ice instead of powering a fridge. If you’re short on cash, already have a cooler and are itching to move into your van, go for it! On the other hand, if you have room in your budget, I recommend buying a fridge. Finding and buying ice for a cooler takes both time and money. Although you can buy any ole fridge and stick it in your van, not all fridges are created equal. So, we’ll go over ten different things to consider before buying a van fridge. Contents Efficiency ..read more
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Camper van stove – what fuel is best?
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by Christina
4y ago
Unless you’re a raw vegan, you likely need a stove and/or oven in your camper van. A van stove is also good for more than cooking. For instance, on a cold night over Christmas, Jeremy and I turned on our propane stove to take the chill off the van. Aside from whether you want an oven, there are three major things to consider when selecting a stove. But if you want an oven, propane is only way to go, as far as I know. First, the number of burners. Many van lifers are pros at one-pot or one-pan meals because they only have one burner. Two or more burners give you more options, but the extra burn ..read more
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Camper van sink – 7 options for your conversion
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by Christina
4y ago
For van lifers, a camper van sink is a multipurpose essential. It’s a kitchen sink, bathroom sink and a place to wash your clothes. Most sinks get installed in the kitchen counter. Therefore, the countertop material is important when considering what type of sink to install. Many of the sinks listed below are not camper van specific. Plenty of folks uses regular kitchen sinks in their van conversions. First, we’ll start with a quick lesson on wooden countertops and water absorption. Then we’ll discuss van sink considerations such as shape, size and material. And finally we’ll look at the sinks ..read more
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Van life in the South is hot, sweaty and stupid
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by Christina
4y ago
Jeremy looked into my eyes and said, “Don’t touch me.” With zero intentions of touching him, I rolled over and turned my back to him. The hot, humid, sticky air of the South is not conducive to cuddling. At least not when you live in a van with no air conditioning. My insulation fantasies In case you didn’t know, Jeremy and I did zero research when we started our self-conversion. I always assumed insulation was something we needed. I pictured frigid winter temperatures knocking on the van and our insulation keeping the cold at bay. As a result, I wanted a much insulation as possible. Two-inch ..read more
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Van conversion – options to make your dream a reality
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by Christina
4y ago
So, you want to live in a van down by the river. How will you make that happen? You have four van conversion options. First, a self-conversion. This takes a lot of time but can save you money. Second, a prebuilt conversion van. It saves you time but costs more. Third, hiring a conversion company. This is likely the most expensive option, but you don’t waste any of your time and you get a quality product. Fourth, buy a conversion kit and install it yourself. This saves time over a self-conversion and could save money over a conversion company. But which one is best for you? Let’s take a closer ..read more
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Comparison of the 3 most popular van life vans
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by Christina
4y ago
Sprinter vs Transit vs Promaster After my last post you may have decided a cargo van is right for you. The Sprinter, Transit and Promaster are three of the most popular van life cargo vans. But which is the best one for you? In this comparison I’ll cover the different van sizes available, and the pros and cons of each. Dimensions stated are for 2019 models. The interior dimensions are the usable build space according to Sportsmobile. Mercedes/Dodge/Freightliner Sprinter  You can find a Sprinter badged as a Mercedes, Dodge or Freightliner, but they are one in the same. Until recently, you ..read more
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Which is the best van life vehicle for you?
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by Christina
4y ago
Van life is more than living in a van. Mark’s homepage displays my definition of van life:  A social movement of individuals living a minimal, adventurous and mobile lifestyle, trading the “American Dream” for a simple but more fulfilling life. Notice I didn’t use the word “van” in my definition? In other words, the best van life vehicle for you might not be a van. Any vehicle can provide a simple, mobile home on wheels. My last post covered five questions to ask yourself before choosing your van life vehicle. So, you should have an idea how much space you need and other qualities of th ..read more
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Van life vehicle needs, 5 useful questions to ask yourself
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by Christina
4y ago
Don’t set yourself up for a van life fail. That is to say, don’t jump the gun and buy a van the instant you decide to do the #vanlife. Sure, you can buy any van and make it work. But making it work with a tiny home on wheels is not ideal. Instead, ask yourself a few questions to help determine what your van life vehicle needs are. Then you can look for a vehicle that suits your needs. I say “vehicle” instead of “van” because you don’t need a van to live the van life. My next post will cover the many vehicle options, so stay tuned. In the meantime, on to the questions! Does you van life vehicl ..read more
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Is van life right for you? Two easy ways to find out
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by Christina
4y ago
In a previous post I discussed how backpacking can prepare you for van life. What if you’re not interested in backpacking? There are two other ways to find out if van life is right for you. The most obvious one is to rent a camper van and take it on a trip. Another alternative is to live in your vehicle on road trips. And don’t make a decision about van life after only one trip. Renting a camper van An easy way to test out if van life is right for you is renting a camper van. Keep an open mind when searching for a test-run vehicle because there are two goals. First, you want to see if van life ..read more
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