Creating an unlimited off-grid power system for your van or RV is simple! This self-contained plug and play solution may be all you need. […] Read More
Category: Honda Odyssey Minivan RV Conversion
My minivan campers are the perfect fit for my travel lifestyle (obviously, since that’s what my blog is about). But is a minivan RV the […] Read More
Upgrading the DieHard 1150 Jump Pack and Power Station to a LiFePO (lithium iron phosphate) battery. This method will work on your old Yeti Goal […] Read More
I built this bed for camping in my minivan, using the Unistrut system. It is hypoallergenic and suitable for those with chemical sensitivities. Make sure […] Read More
I’d always dreamed of hitting the road in an RV. One with all the amenities I would need for living on the road. I’d stay […] Read More
It’s almost time for the 2019 Rubber Trap Rendevous (RTR) and I’m planning out my trip. I’ll be stopping in Austin, TX first and then […] Read More
When I first mounted the rooftop solar on my Odyssey Camper, it was with the intent that I would buy a second panel at a […] Read More
I love the Morakniv products! They are great camp knives that cost under $30. The blade is easily sharpened and they come with a handy […] Read More
Before you spend the money on an inverter that’s larger than 300W, it’s worth knowing that you can’t just plug it into your cigarette lighter. […] Read More
This is an easy DIY project that anyone can do to add outside lighting to your Minivan RV. These solar powered motion detecting lights are […] Read More
Today we’re hitting the highway of “vanlife” and taking a turn into the world of “minivan camper conversions”. If you’re the kind of person who […] Read More
If you are building a minivan camper conversion, be advised that you will eventually want a roof-mounted solar panel. I think this is a natural […] Read More
This guide should save you some time in putting together your minivan camper, on a budget. It is a collection of articles on this website, […] Read More
About six months ago, I bought a $40 Bestek inverter on Amazon, that claimed to be a “pure sine” inverter. I was skeptical that such […] Read More
If you are planning a minivan camper, or any other van build, it can be difficult to find all of the parts you need. Unless […] Read More
Starting a fire can sometimes be a challenge. Here I will show you two ways to start a fire without matches. The first will light […] Read More
“When we are born, we cry that we are come to this great stage of fools.” It is with great sadness that I must report […] Read More
I covered 8800 miles in the Odyssey Camper, boondocking often, while traveling to the 2018 Rubber Tramp Rendevous (RTR). One of my favorite sites was the Aguirre […] Read More
When you are camping in a van, it seems you can never have enough battery power in reserve. Whether you have a house battery system […] Read More
Between December of 2017 and January 2018, I covered 8,800 miles in my 2013 Honda Odyssey Camper. Actually, it was more than that, but I forgot […] Read More
I’ve covered Insulated Window Panels here on the blog as well as Simple Privacy Window Panels, on YouTube. I thought I’d said everything I wanted to say, […] Read More
If you are going to travel in a minivan camper you’ll want something on the windows, for privacy. Even better if they are stealthy for […] Read More
I appreciate every visitor to my website, but sometimes that’s not the best way for my readers to follow along. So, now you can also […] Read More
In Part 2 We Add Solar to our Poor Man’s Yeti Goal Zero Solar Generator. In Part 1 of this 2 part series, we reviewed the […] Read More
If you want to run 120-volt appliances in your minivan camper, you will need at minimum, an inverter. You may also want to add a […] Read More
If you camp off the grid where there is no cell signal, it’s a great idea to have a weather radio in your minivan camper, […] Read More
With winter coming, I thought it would be good to talk about how I keep warm in my van. The first part of this post […] Read More
If you are thinking of using a Honda Odyssey as a campervan, or are planning a more permanent build-up for van-dwelling, it’s useful to have […] Read More
This is the “microcamper” pack list I’ve used on numerous trips in my minivan. Where appropriate, I’ve linked to Amazon so you can see what […] Read More
It can get stuffy sleeping in any van, nevermind a minivan! The best way to improve ventilation is with some window screens. However, depending on […] Read More
If you plan on doing any stealth camping, the first thing you need to do is black out the windows. The reason should be obvious, […] Read More
There is nothing Pro about this video, but I think it’s worth sharing. I sent a friend a time lapse that I made in the […] Read More
I decided to make my minivan camper out of a 2nd generation Honda Odyssey. These are the ones that were built between 1999 and 2004. […] Read More
As part of the Phase 1 project, I constructed these privacy curtains for my van camper, using inexpensive parts from Big Lots. You’ll need: An […] Read More
Here’s a quick How-To for storing water in your van camper, with cheap and durable containers. Parts List: Homer Buckets (or Lowe’s equivalent). You […] Read More
I get better fuel mileage in my 2004 Honda Odyssey, than most owners, averaging about 22 mpg in the city and 25 on the highway. I […] Read More
When it came time to build my minivan camper, I picked the Honda Odyssey as the best minivan for a camper conversion. I’ll try to […] Read More
I’m hitting the road to enjoy the van life and see the sites in my Honda Odyssey! You can follow me on Instagram, YouTube or on Facebook […] Read More