Many van owners – whether contractors, delivery drivers, or someone living in a converted camper van – worry about security when they’re away from their vehicle. Because of this constant worry, many consider investing in a puck lock. After all, if a locksmith can get into most vehicles in a minute or so, couldn’t a…
As we all know, “doing your business” when living in a van is one of the larger personal concerns that people wonder about when just starting out. We have written about budget camping toilets in the past, but just came across these InstaPrivy commodes and thought we should spread the word. We’ve squatted in the…
The purpose of a battery box is prevent the battery from moving, contain any possible leakage (as rare as that may be), and to prevent any foreign objects from coming in contact with the positive terminal. If you have a significant house battery setup and are running two batteries (in series or parallel), you may…
Whether you have a campervan, pickup truck with a roof rack, or a decked-out 4×4, awnings can expand the footprint of your little mobile adventure mobile by double, offering a cool and shady place to relax outdoors. Not only do campervan awnings protect against the elements and provide a nice shady spot in any stopping…
First, why choose a 100ah battery? We’ve written before on why a deep cycle battery is the way to go, but what makes a 100ah deep cycle battery a better choice than a 35ah, or 155ah battery? Clearly, the higher amp hours means the larger the energy storage of the battery itself, but it also…
Just because you’re living life on the road, doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy a little comfort time to kick back and watch your favorite shows on TV. Having a 12 Volt TV for your RV or camper makes it possible to enjoy the same relaxing entertainment no matter where you are. In addition, having…
As the most popular recreational activity in the United States, it’s no surprise that many RV owners spend days on end in their vehicles, and therefore, need a place to keep their food. If you’re a casual camper, road tripper, or trucker, chances are you’re looking at a 12v cooler for your car. Is a…
Choosing a Deep Cycle 12V Battery Designed to provide long term, consistent current, a deep cycle 12V battery is composed of thicker plates that are solid, not sponge, for deeper, repetitive discharging down to 20% of their maximum charge. Typically, these batteries will have two to three times the reserve capacity of a normal car…
All about AGM Batteries You’ve probably read all sorts of advice on how to set up your 12V battery system in your van. Whether you’re setting up a solar-powered battery system, or charging it using your van’s alternator and an isolator– you’ll want a good battery that holds a charge. You’ll also want one that’s…
First, why choose a 12ah battery? We recently met a road warrior named Antonio who also needed a motorized scooter to get around town, which used smaller 12v 12ah batteries (more on that in a moment). Needless to say, his campervan setup was cramped, but he was making up for his limited mobility with a…
