Freedom on Four Wheels • Community of 12,547 Vanlifers
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After 3 years of trial and error, here's my refined electrical setup that powers everything I need—including running a 12V fridge, lights, fan, and charging laptop/phone—all for under $800.
Check engine light just came on 50 miles from town. Van running okay but worried. What should I check first?
Bought a 2008 Odyssey for $2,400 and converted it for $800. Perfect for city parking and weekend adventures.
Just finished an incredible journey from Vancouver to Banff. Total cost: $4,200 including gas, food, and campsites. Here's everything I learned about free camping spots and must-see locations.
Looking to buy my first van for full-time living. Budget is $15k max. Should I go for high-mileage Sprinter or lower-mileage Ford Transit? Reliability is my top priority.
Take a break and check out this dancing Sasquatch!
Spent 6 months testing spray foam, XPS, wool, Reflectix, and Thinsulate. Here are real-world R-values, condensation results, and cost comparisons for each.
We've been full-timing for a year now with our 5-year-old, 8-year-old, and golden retriever. Here's what worked, what didn't, and how we make it work in 80 square feet.
Built my own composting toilet using a 5-gallon bucket, computer fan, and some wood. Been using it for 8 months with zero issues. Full build instructions and materials list included.
Ran a Chinese diesel heater (Vevor) and Mr. Buddy propane heater side-by-side for two winters. Here's fuel cost comparison, safety concerns, and which one I'm sticking with.
Full-time software developer working from my Promaster. My complete office setup, internet solutions (Starlink + cellular), power management, and productivity tips for staying focused on the road.
200Ah lithium battery drops from 100% to 40% overnight with nothing running except MaxxAir fan on low. Solar is disconnected for testing. Is this normal parasitic draw or do I have a problem?
Converted a 2005 Toyota Sienna with bed platform, storage, curtains, and basic electrical for under $600. Perfect for weekend warriors or testing van life before going all-in.