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: Van Camping/Dwelling Gear
It is my opinion that the people who cook in a minivan camper with open flame, are mentally challenged. Maybe they just never thought about […] 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 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
You’re out in the middle of nowhere and the “Check Engine” light comes on. What should you do? Is this serious? Are you about to […] 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
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
If you are living in your van or car for any length of time, you’ll want a lockbox to secure your valuables. There are some […] 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
If you’ve watched our other videos on constructing a solar generator using a DieHard (or Schumacher) battery pack, I think you’ll like this one. In […] 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
I’ve made a few posts about using the Sears DieHard 1150 as a “house battery” system in your minivan RV. These units have a built-in battery […] Read More
I’ve been refilling camp stove propane bottles for years, using a brass adapter. The adapter hooks to a standard gas grill tank and lets you safely […] 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
Whether you are a man or a woman, camping alone can be intimidating for some people. Here is why you shouldn’t (and should) be afraid. […] Read More
This system uses your console to hold a stealthy house battery and inverter system, that charges with solar or while the vehicle is running. In four […] 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
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 setting up an inverter or a battery bank and wondering how big it needs to be, the first thing you need to […] 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
How would you like to have the best camping spot for a view of Devils Tower? I usually prefer remote camping or “boondocking” in my […] Read More
OK, that might be overselling it a bit, so let’s call the Sears Portable Power 1150, a “VERY useful” van camping tool. Every van dweller […] Read More