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Building an Affordable Campervan (kinda): Our 2026 Project duplicating our $230k shop van for much less.
THIS VAN IS COMPLETED...BUT THE BLOG ISN'T...ITS FOR SALE $148,000. Brand new van and build. Just a bit busy building customer vans, but photos of completion and video are at end of thread. Introducing Our New Project! We’re excited to share our latest adventure! We’ve sourced a new 2025 AWD Sprinter Crew Van. This will be the foundation for our next demo project. Our goal? To show you how to build a van similar to our $235k demo van but at a much lower cost. We’re talking a

Korey
Dec 25, 20254 min read


Discover the Perfect Family Sprinter Van for Your Family
If you’ve ever dreamed about hitting the open road with your family or friends, a Sprinter van might just be your new best friend. I’ve been there—searching for the right campervan that balances comfort, style, and budget. And let me tell you, finding the perfect Sprinter van isn’t as complicated as it sounds. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a full-time adventurer, this guide will walk you through everything you need to know about buying a Sprinter van. Why Buying a Sprin

Korey
Nov 1, 20254 min read


Transforming our 2025 AWD Sprinter Crew Van: Family Friendly Modular Adventure van on a budget and still feature rich to make camping and traveling a dream. **SOLD**
Affordable Campervan Conversions for Families THIS VAN IS NOW JUST COMPLETED THIS WEEK AND AVAILABLE FOR SALE! Build cost for us with van was $131,000...we are selling it for $118,000. THIS VAN IS SOLD Vans are getting super pricey these days. Just the van itself can cost a fortune, and typical builds are pushing $150-200k, especially with rear seating. So, how do you create a functional van for a family while focusing on pure ROI and staying on a budget? We’re kicking thing

Korey
Oct 26, 20256 min read


Sprinter AWD Foundation Build-what does a great basic build look like for a family?
How we built a very nice family campervan on a budget We found a 2023 low mile AWD Sprinter 144" Crew Van at a fair price from a local solar business for sale that had a great service history and was in decent condition. These are very difficult to find at a fair prices. Only 2023 and newer Sprinters with a 4cyl HO engine can use B20 Biodiesel. This is very important living in California because almost all of the diesel gas stations only carry this fuel now and the older Spri

Korey
Jul 31, 20259 min read


How much does it cost to build a camper van? -typical build costs components
All of our vans are built to order so there is a wide range of costs on any build. This article will cover major components of our...

Korey
May 26, 20254 min read


Captains Chairs in a van, what you need to know
We get this request all the time and spend a great deal of time explaining why this is not as easy as "bolting in a few seats". IT IS...

Korey
Apr 30, 20252 min read


Campervan Bed Options
What makes a campervan? Simply put a bed transforms a van into a campervan. Its the single most important and first feature we would put...

Korey
Mar 28, 20252 min read


Budget Friendly High End Family Pop Top Campervan Build
Outside Shower Creating a family-friendly pop top campervan can be an exciting adventure without draining your wallet. With some smart...

Korey
Jan 7, 20254 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Affordable Pop Top Campervan Conversions for Family Adventures 3 builds from $130-225k
Creating a family-friendly pop top campervan can be an exciting adventure without draining your wallet. With some smart planning and...

Korey
Dec 19, 20246 min read


Outside Van Piggy Back Comparison, best van for a family? Can't afford a $347k build? We can help.
We agree...this is a very nice van and one of the nicest we have seen for family with everything. But at $347k...its not for everyone. :)...

Korey
Dec 5, 20241 min read


HOW to BUILD A HIGH END WEEKENDER FAMILY VAN ON A BUDGET. Copying a $225k build for $142k. Building a van you won't outgrow. FOR SALE NEW 2024 AWD HR Weekender
Perfect Family Campervan sleeps 4, seats 8, with gear!

Korey
Sep 29, 202418 min read


Yeti, Jackery, Ecoflow Power Stations - Are they good option for my Campervan Van DIY Conversion?
Plug and Play power systems are more common but often can be confusing and expensive depending on requirements. Popularity of power...

Korey
Sep 18, 20243 min read


Adding AC in a Campervan is it worth it?
You picture sitting in your van during those hot days in a cool 70 degree cabin all by just bolting on some AC on the roof of your van...

Korey
Sep 14, 20244 min read


"Maximizing Storage in Your Campervan: Pop Top vs. Standard High Roof Comparison"
There is never enough space to fit 4+ people in a short-wheelbase van (Sprinter 144, Transit 148) with 4 seats, two beds, and gear. ...

Korey
Mar 13, 20243 min read


"Finishing an uncompleted van build...is it worth it; case study 2021 Sprinter 4WD?"
Yes, but know what you are really getting into, in most cases an in complete build is not the best way to go. Potential This van started...

Korey
Mar 10, 20244 min read


What is a Modular Campervan? Most common Cardiff Campervan foundation build features explained
For most of our builds we like to start with a Sprinter 144" "crew" trim van or passenger van. We like this van especially for families...

Korey
Feb 28, 20248 min read


"Is the Ultimate Modular Daily Driver Campervan the Best Choice for Your Family Adventure?"
We have built lots of demo vans in the past, all of them built with a specific purpose. We thought we would build a van that is similar...

Korey
Feb 23, 20248 min read


Frequently Asked Questions about our Camper Van Builds
We will be adding to this article as time permits to the most common questions we get that we spend time explaining. Most of this is...

Korey
Nov 9, 20238 min read


Is Winnebago Adventure Wagon a good Van? A review
A COMPARISON BETWEEN Winnebago camper van and one of our Weekender builds which looks similar on the surface. What is the difference...

Korey
Nov 4, 20233 min read


Van Modular Seating, Smart Floor Solution by AMF-Bruns: A solution for Captains Chairs in Vans
Smart Flooring: Super Safe and Flexible We get a lot of questions about this flooring as it's not very clear when people search for...

Korey
Sep 22, 20233 min read
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