Honest build tips & lessons learned.

A Guide To Conversion Vans

lady with skis and camping backpack on mountain

Jul 13, 2023
by Eric and Cat

Sound-deadening products like Kilmat can help to keep down noise coming in and going out of your van. While insulation materials can reduce sounds, some people choose additional products to further soundproof their vans.

Jul 06, 2023
by Eric and Cat

Choosing The Right Insulation For Your Van

Like insulating a home, insulation will help you manage the climate inside your van. Insulation works like an oven and you’ll be able to tell an immediate difference in maintaining your temperature inside the van. Heat will stay in during the cold winter months and your van will be easier to cool during the summer. Regardless of the material you use, insulation is key to making the most of your van’s power supply. You should be able to insulate your van for around $1000 or less.

Jun 29, 2023
by Eric and Cat

How We Made The Move To Van Life

We’re Catherine and Eric and we live in our camper van six months of the year.

Immediately after graduating from Clemson University (I’m an accountant and Eric is an engineer), we went straight to work in the corporate world. While we made good money, we hated our lifestyle. We worked long hours leaving no time to travel. Something needed to change.

Mar 31, 2023
by Molly Danforth

Camper Van Electricity Options for Van Living

Knowing the best electricity options for camper van living helps you formulate a course of action to provide your van with consistent and robust power.

Mar 29, 2023
by Molly Danforth

The Most Common Types of Camper Van Awnings

Deciding between the most common types of camper van awnings depends on your preference and how long you spend at a specific location. Learn more here.

Mar 17, 2023
by Molly Danforth

How To Choose the Best Roof Rack for Your Van

Read this checklist on how to choose the best roof rack for your van to help you cover your bases for traveling and seeing the best parts of the country.

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by Eric Owensby

Solar Panels That Fit Your Unaka Roof Rack

When setting up your camper van with solar power, it's best to start with your roof rack before picking out your solar panels. This way, you can make sure they fit perfectly and also make the most of your roof space.

by Dan Wagoner

Ford Transit Example Roof Rack Layouts

Our rack kits are designed to give you ultimate flexibility with the design and layout of your rack kit. To help reduce the endless configurations, we put together some potential examples that may help you narrow down what you want or need. As always let us know if you have any questions or need help.