Table of Contents
Introduction 1
Part 1: Getting into Van Life 5
Chapter 1: What Is Van Life? 7
Chapter 2: Knowing Whether Van Life Is for You 15
Part 2: Building the Perfect Camper 31
Chapter 3: Buying the Right Van 33
Chapter 4: A Beginner’s Guide to Fiberglassing 55
Chapter 5: Finding Your Footing with Flooring 61
Chapter 6: Building Your Internal Structure 71
Chapter 7: Getting Some Air: Windows and Skylights 89
Chapter 8: Getting to Grips with Electrics 105
Chapter 9: Putting Your Electrical System Together 135
Chapter 10: Adding Insulation and Cladding 179
Chapter 11: Creating Storage and Sleeping Quarters 197
Chapter 12: Useful Utilities: Gas, Water, and Heating 217
Part 3: Living Your Best Van Life 245
Chapter 13: Changing Your V5 Form and Insurance 247
Chapter 14: Bringing Along the Comforts of Home 255
Chapter 15: Managing Life’s Essentials: Cooking, Showering, and Going to the Bathroom 271
Chapter 16: Enjoying the Great Outdoors 287
Chapter 17: Working Remotely from a Tiny Traveling Home 315
Part 4: The Part of Tens 329
Chapter 18: Ten Van Life Kitchen Hacks 331
Chapter 19: Ten Essential Items for the Perfect Road Trip 337
Chapter 20: Ten Tips for Budgeting While on the Road 341
Index 349