The Start of the Build our Ford Transit Camper Van

The beginning steps we took to turn a Ford Transit cargo van into a camper. Our goal was an open concept living area with lots of windows and no cabinets which when from floor to ceiling. We planned this camper to accommodate two people and a medium sized dog (JoJo). We wanted all of the comforts of home in a 20 foot van. This is where the challenges started.

Join us on our DIY Ford Transit camper van conversion journey, where we transform a 2023 Transit 350 cargo van into a fully livable home on wheels! In this video, we walk through the early stages of our van build, including rerouting factory wiring, planning our interior layout with cardboard mockups, installing sound deadening, and nervously cutting the first holes for our roof fan, air conditioner, flares, and windows. We also cover how we designed our off-grid electrical system, added a custom roof rack with 400 watts of solar power, insulated and installed our subfloor, and mounted an Espar diesel heater. Whether you're planning your own van life adventure or just love watching DIY van builds, this video is packed with inspiration, helpful tips, and honest moments from our first steps into the world of vanlife travel.

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