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Product I Used in MY Van Build

These are the products I used in my own van build. There are multiple sections, so if you don't see something, keep scrolling! I'm continuously adding NEW sections and items too! Check back!

Solar

Solar Panels

Four 100 Watt Renogy Solar Panels for a DIY van build

I purchased the 400Watt Renogy Premium Solar Kit. It comes with 4 solar panels and the MPPT charge controller (w/bluetooth).

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Solar Charge Controller

Renogy Solar Charge Controller Rover 40A 12V24V Auto Parm DC Input MPPT Chrg Cntrl for Solar Panels

This MPPT Solar Charger came with my Premium Solar Kit, but if you need to buy one separately for your build, this is the one that came in my kit.

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Solar Conditioner

Solar Conditioner

32 Amp Solar Disconnect Switch DC500V Circuit Breaker, AC 120V/240V Disconnect Box Outdoor IP65

A solar charge conditioner is another "must have". I did not originally install one of these until I realized how important it was. See the video for more details about WHY you NEED one! Seriously!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Solar Gland

Solar Extension Lines

Solar Conditioner

Solar gland for DIY van build solar panel installation; cable management; diy van build

You have to buy the right gland for your wire type. You can also choose the color. I chose white for my white van. 

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Solar Book

Solar Extension Lines

Solar Extension Lines

Will Prowse Solar Power 'How To' book. Helpful solar installation book. Solar power book for vanlife

This book - written by Will Prowse - who you've probably seen on YouTube, was also a great help to me! I recommend it! He DOES make it EASY!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Solar Extension Lines

Solar Extension Lines

Solar Extension Lines

Solar power extension cables - positive and negative solar panel connectors cables for diy van build

Because I had added a skylight on my rooftop, I had to buy additional solar extension lines for my setup. You may or may not need these.

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Plumbing

Accumulator Tank

Accumulator Tank

Accumulator Tank

Seaflow accumulator tank for van build plumbing system; water flow; DIY van build #diyvanbuild #van

I purchased a SeaFlo Accumulator tank for my build. This item definitely helps with consistent water flow. I almost didn't add it to my build!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Water Heater

Accumulator Tank

Accumulator Tank

Bosch 2.5 gallon water heater for DIY Van Build plumbing system; hot water for van life; #vanlife

The Bosch 2.5 gallon water heater that I purchased for my build is no longer available on Amazon. Here's one that is very similar to mine!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Shark Bites

Accumulator Tank

Kitchen Sink

Pex plumbing connectors for DIY Van build; PEX B; Pex elbow; Pex t, shark bite,  #DIYVanBuild

I opted to use Shark Bites for my plumbing connection (and/or their knockoffs). They were easy to use! Watch my short video on how deep PEX should be inserted into a Sharkbite.

👉 [BUY ON AMAZON]

Kitchen Sink

Kitchen Sink

Torva kitchen sink 18 x 18 in black; bar sink; small sink for DIY van build; #Vanlife #plumbing

The beautiful Torva sink! One of my splurges! See the unboxing of my sink!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Soap Dispenser

Soap dispenser for van build sink

This soap dispenser matches the hue of the sink. I figured that if I had a soap dispenser, that that was one less thing under the counter.

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

PEX B

Red and Blue PEX B 1/2" Pex for DIY van build; hot water; cold water; van life plumbing #diyvanbuild

PEB B - 1/2" is what, I think, most van builders use. It's nice to have the two colors too so you can easily keep track of your lines (hot vs cold).

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Electrical

Inverter / Charger

This is a decision point product! Inverter or Inverter Charger? I originally bought an inverter, but later changed my mind and moved to the Inverter Charger (see video for details).

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Batteries

I purchased three 100Ah SOK 12V LiFePO4, Bluetooth batteries for my system. I left room for a fourth battery in my configuration in case I feel like I need to upsize!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

DC to DC Charger

DC to DC Charger

A DC to DC charger allows you to use your vehicle battery to charge your Van's house batteries. See my video for sizing and connectivity.

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Bus Bars

Distribution Panel

DC to DC Charger

Bus Bars help keep your electrical system neat and organized. I highly recommend using them!

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Distribution Panel

Distribution Panel

Distribution Panel

The distribution panel is another key component in the electrical system. The one I used accommodated BOTH 12V and 110V. See overview of this panel.

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

Lugs

Distribution Panel

Distribution Panel

Copper Lugs are a must have too. I largely made all the cables for my electrical installation. Because everything is custom with each build, most van builders DO make their own cables.

👉 [Buy on Amazon]

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