Campervan Electrical Components Explained
So you’ve decided to build out your own camper van electrical system. Great! Building your own setup is a good idea if you want to understand every aspect of your camper electrical parts system in your van. It will also be useful down the road when something goes wrong and needs to be fixed. If […]
How to Determine Your Camper Power System Needs
If you’ve never built out a van life electrical system or had experience with other electrical systems before, the process can seem daunting. Where do you begin when it comes to choosing the right solar panels and batteries? What about components like an inverter? Should you install AGM batteries or lithium batteries? Fortunately, it’s actually […]
A Guide to Solar Panels for Van Conversions
After your wheels, tires, and brakes, arguably the most important part of your van is its electrical systems. A good electrical system can mean the difference between a successful off grid adventure and a long, cold, miserable trip (or even a life-threatening situation.) Your van’s off-grid electrical setup starts with solar panels. In this article, […]
A Complete Guide to the Best Battery For Van Life
Whether you live in your van full-time or just use it as a weekend getaway vehicle, your battery is crucial. Even if you have regular access to shore power, a solid power system is important in case you get stranded or end up having to boondock. If you’ve never built out an electrical system or […]
Camper Van Seating: Options and Where to Get Them
One of the most popular questions we receive at Explore VanX regarding van builds is what camper van seating options are available for camper van conversions. This answer can vary greatly depending on your vanlife lifestyle. Factors include how many people you are traveling with, if you have children, your hobbies, what size camper van […]