Recommended
EcoFlow 5kWh Power Kit
A compact all-in-one power-kit option for a camper electrical system.
See EcoFlow 5kWh Power KitFrom our build
Van build gear we use
Parts, tools, and equipment from our build, plus options I'd consider today—organized by system.
Electrical System
The main parts of our electrical setup, including the EcoFlow system, shore-power hardware, wiring, and outlets.
We use this
EcoFlow 10kWh Power Kit
The 10 kWh power kit installed in our van.
This is the 10kWh power kit installed in our van.
See EcoFlow 10kWh Power KitRecommended
EcoFlow 15kWh Power Kit
A larger power-kit option for a camper with higher energy needs.
See EcoFlow 15kWh Power KitRecommended
Solar Cable Glands
Sealed fittings for bringing solar cable through the roof.
See Solar Cable GlandsRecommended
Furrion 50A Inlet
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Furrion 50A InletRecommended
Furrion Shore Power Inlet
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Furrion Shore Power InletRecommended
50A Shore Power Inlet
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 50A Shore Power InletRecommended
50A Charging Cable
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 50A Charging CableRecommended
50A-to-30A Adapter
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 50A-to-30A AdapterRecommended
30A-to-120V Adapter
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 30A-to-120V AdapterRecommended
30A Shore Power Inlet
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 30A Shore Power InletRecommended
12-Gauge Marine Wire for AC
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 12-Gauge Marine Wire for ACRecommended
12-Gauge Marine Wire for DC
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 12-Gauge Marine Wire for DCRecommended
14-Gauge Marine Wire for DC
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See 14-Gauge Marine Wire for DCRecommended
Wago Connectors
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Wago ConnectorsRecommended
Puck Lights
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Puck LightsWhat I’d buy today
Scene Lights – Version 2
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Scene Lights – Version 2Recommended
USB Outlet
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See USB OutletWhat I’d buy today
USB Ports – Newer Recommendation
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See USB Ports – Newer RecommendationRecommended
AC and USB Outlet
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See AC and USB OutletRecommended
Dimmable Switch
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Dimmable SwitchRecommended
Electric Heater
A power-system part to check against your van’s voltage, load, and manufacturer instructions.
See Electric HeaterWater System
Parts for filling, pumping, filtering, monitoring, and heating water in the van.
Recommended
Accumulator
A small pressure tank that can help a water pump cycle more smoothly.
See AccumulatorRecommended
Water Pressure Regulator
A regulator for protecting the van’s plumbing when you connect to city water.
See Water Pressure RegulatorRecommended
50-Foot Water Hose
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See 50-Foot Water HoseRecommended
Compact Water Hose
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Compact Water HoseRecommended
External Water Fill Port
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See External Water Fill PortRecommended
Water Level Gauge
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Water Level GaugeRecommended
Water Meters
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Water MetersRecommended
Rear Water Tank Meter
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Rear Water Tank MeterRecommended
Clearsource Ultra Mini Filters
A compact filtration setup for treating water before it enters the van.
See Clearsource Ultra Mini FiltersRecommended
Clearsource Replacement Filters
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Clearsource Replacement FiltersAlternative
Alternative Water Filters
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Alternative Water FiltersWhat I’d buy today
UV Water Filter – Newer Link
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See UV Water Filter – Newer LinkRecommended
Water Heater
A water-heater option for adding hot water to a camper system.
See Water HeaterRecommended
Water Heater Switch
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Water Heater SwitchRecommended
External Shower
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See External ShowerRecommended
Drinking Water Faucet
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Drinking Water FaucetRecommended
Garrafón Faucet
A water-system part to consider for the way you store, move, or treat water.
See Garrafón FaucetBathroom & Shower
The fixtures and materials that make the bathroom and shower work day to day.
What I’d buy today
Cassette Toilet – Current
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Cassette Toilet – CurrentRecommended
Dry-Flush Toilet
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Dry-Flush ToiletRecommended
Nautilus RV Shower Door
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Nautilus RV Shower DoorRecommended
Shower Curtain
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Shower CurtainRecommended
Shower Handle
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Shower HandleRecommended
Bathroom Sink Drain Without Overflow
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Bathroom Sink Drain Without OverflowRecommended
Waterproofing Membrane
A practical option for planning a camper bathroom or shower.
See Waterproofing MembraneKitchen
The appliances, fixtures, and finishing details from the kitchen build.
Recommended
Bodega Refrigerator
A 12V refrigerator option for a camper kitchen.
See Bodega RefrigeratorRecommended
Electric Stove
A kitchen item to consider for the way you cook and use water in the van.
See Electric StoveRecommended
Oven and Air Fryer
A kitchen item to consider for the way you cook and use water in the van.
See Oven and Air FryerRecommended
Kitchen Sink
A kitchen item to consider for the way you cook and use water in the van.
See Kitchen SinkRecommended
Sink Faucet
A kitchen item to consider for the way you cook and use water in the van.
See Sink FaucetRecommended
Fresh Water Faucet
A kitchen item to consider for the way you cook and use water in the van.
See Fresh Water FaucetRecommended
Peel-and-Stick Backsplash Tile
A kitchen item to consider for the way you cook and use water in the van.
See Peel-and-Stick Backsplash TileCooling & Ventilation
The layers we use or would consider to make the van more comfortable in hot weather.
Recommended
12V/24V Air Conditioner
A DC air-conditioner option to size around your van’s heat load and power system.
See 12V/24V Air ConditionerRecommended
Quiet Marine Fan
A cooling or ventilation option to consider for your climate and power setup.
See Quiet Marine FanAlternative
Alternative Noisier Fan
A cooling or ventilation option to consider for your climate and power setup.
See Alternative Noisier FanRecommended
External Windshield Cover
An exterior cover that blocks sun before it heats up the cab.
See External Windshield CoverRecommended
Van Awning
A cooling or ventilation option to consider for your climate and power setup.
See Van AwningRecommended
Reflective Insulation
A cooling or ventilation option to consider for your climate and power setup.
See Reflective InsulationRecommended
Reflective Tape
A cooling or ventilation option to consider for your climate and power setup.
See Reflective TapeRecommended
Cooling Products Amazon Storefront
A cooling or ventilation option to consider for your climate and power setup.
See Cooling Products Amazon StorefrontInsulation & Soundproofing
The insulation and sound-control materials used while building the van shell.
Recommended
3M Thinsulate
A material to consider while you insulate and quiet the van.
See 3M ThinsulateRecommended
3M Insulation Adhesive
A material to consider while you insulate and quiet the van.
See 3M Insulation AdhesiveRecommended
Sound-Deadening Mats
A material to consider while you insulate and quiet the van.
See Sound-Deadening MatsSurfboard Rack
The rack, mounting, and travel gear that help carry boards securely.
Recommended
Surfboard Rack
Padded crossbars for carrying surfboards outside the van.
See Surfboard RackRecommended
Awning Mounting Hardware
Hardware for adapting the surfboard bars to an awning rail or similar mount.
See Awning Mounting HardwareRecommended
Lockable Tie-Down Strap
A locking strap option for keeping the board secure on the rack.
See Lockable Tie-Down StrapRecommended
Travel Surfboard Bag
A travel bag for protecting a board while it is off the rack.
See Travel Surfboard BagRecommended
Complete Surfboard Rack Storefront
A broader collection of parts for building a surfboard rack.
See Complete Surfboard Rack StorefrontBed, Cabinets & Furniture
Hardware and tools used to build the parts of the van we live with every day.
Recommended
IKEA Skorva Bed Beam
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See IKEA Skorva Bed BeamRecommended
IKEA Skorva Brackets
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See IKEA Skorva BracketsRecommended
Heavy-Duty Drawer Slides
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Heavy-Duty Drawer SlidesRecommended
Regular Drawer Slides
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Regular Drawer SlidesRecommended
Drawer Latches
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Drawer LatchesRecommended
Better Drawer Latches
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Better Drawer LatchesRecommended
Kreg Pocket Hole Jig
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Kreg Pocket Hole JigAlternative
Alternative Pocket Hole Jig
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Alternative Pocket Hole JigRecommended
Kreg Strip-Cut Guide Tool
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Kreg Strip-Cut Guide ToolRecommended
Kreg Guide Tool
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Kreg Guide ToolRecommended
90-Degree Screwdriver Adapter
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See 90-Degree Screwdriver AdapterRecommended
Table Leg
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Table LegRecommended
Chenille Fabric
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Chenille FabricRecommended
RV TV Mount
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See RV TV MountRecommended
Scopema Swivel Seats
A hardware or furniture part to consider while building out the living space.
See Scopema Swivel SeatsDoors, Windows, Exterior & Security
The exterior parts, sealing materials, and security accessories from the build.
Recommended
Sliding Door Window
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Sliding Door WindowRecommended
Butyl Tape
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Butyl TapeRecommended
3M Marine Adhesive
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See 3M Marine AdhesiveRecommended
Self-Leveling Lap Sealant
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Self-Leveling Lap SealantRecommended
Back Door Lock
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Back Door LockWhat I’d buy today
Magnetic Bug Screen – Version 2
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Magnetic Bug Screen – Version 2Recommended
Bug Screen
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Bug ScreenRecommended
Trailer Hitch
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Trailer HitchRecommended
Small Horizontal Cable Seal
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Small Horizontal Cable SealRecommended
Rust-Oleum Spray
An exterior-build part to consider for sealing, access, or security.
See Rust-Oleum SprayInternet
The internet equipment and power accessories used to stay connected on the road.
What I’d buy today
Starlink Mini 12V Adapter – Version 2
A connectivity part for staying online while you travel.
See Starlink Mini 12V Adapter – Version 2Tools & Build Supplies
The core tools and supplies that made the hands-on build possible.
Safety
Simple safety gear that belongs in every van build.
Recommended
The 30A Shore Power Inlet and 30A Charging Cable were listed with the same URL in the video description
A basic safety item to keep within easy reach in the van.
See The 30A Shore Power Inlet and 30A Charging Cable were listed with the same URL in the video description