Revanped has been converting vans and other vehicle for many years now – it’s what we do. So sit back and relax as we help guide you through the exciting ( yet nerve racking ) process of building your ultimate camper van / home on wheels.
Below we’re outlined some of the primary steps involved in getting your van conversion ready, including the decisions you’ll need to make, the processes involved in conversions and how to optimize your space for maximum functionality !
Step #1
If you haven’t already purchased a vehicle to convert into your mobile camper van, this can be a very important step in your van life adventure.
When it comes to embarking on your dream van conversion project, the first crucial decision you’ll need to make is selecting the type of vehicle that best suits your needs, taking into consideration how many people you’re planning on travelling with; is it just a solo journey or a fitout spacious enough to fit the whole family, fur babies and all.
Choosing the right base vehicle is the foundation upon which your van life adventure will be built !
Whether you’re envisioning a compact and nimble camper van for weekend getaways, something a little more capable for full time living or something large enough to fit the whole family with a full self sustaining off grid power system.
With all of those things in mind, now is the the point you’ll want to lock in some of the major decisions when it come to your van conversion.
Step #2
While you’re finalizing your decisions of selecting your van life vehicle, we recommend simultaneously thinking about the next step of your camper build: the day to day functionality of your van.
What will your sleeping area look like? How much storage area space do you expect to need? Would you like your van to be fully functional inside?
We’ve listed some of the general components you should consider when planning up your camper van fit out
Kitchen Area
Bathroom Systems
Garage Storage
Storage Systems
Mobile Office
Living Quarters
Step #3
Something else to keep in mind is what external products you may need for your camper van fitout to elevate your camper van’s functionality and style. By outfitting your vans exterior with a range of accessories, you’ll be able to maximise the full capability of your van – which is especially needed when living your upcoming minimalist offgrid adventure.
There are a huge range of external accessories available on the market these days to increase the practicality of your setup. Roof racks are an excellent addition, providing extra storage space for bikes, kayaks, or other outdoor gear, leaving more room inside for your comfort. Awnings offer shade and protection from the elements, increasing the living area of your vehicle and turning any spot into a cozy outdoor oasis. Or a much needed ventilation van to keep your space cool.
Whether you’re planning to conquer the great outdoors or simply enjoy a relaxing road trip, these exterior enhancements will transform your camper van into the ultimate companion for your next adventure.
Roof Racks
Shade Awning
MaxxAir Fan
Aircon System
Bike Storage
Kayak / Boat Rack
Ladders
Roof Top Tent
Wheel Carriers
Water / Fuel Carrier
Exterior Storage Boxes
Sliding Windows
UHF / Antennas
Solar Panels
& More
Step #4
Choosing the specifics of the electrical system you’ll install in your camper van fit out is arguably one of the most important decisions of your whole camper van adventure. Unless you are intenting on living like a complete caveman with nothing but a log burner and gas systems – if so, we’re totally here for that too !
12V Camp Fridge
Hot Water Systems
Solar Panels & Converters
Battery Power Lights
Shore Power Inverters
Remote Monitoring Systems
Battery Systems
Auto Electical Accessories
Charging Stations
Step #5
Plumbing – plumbing plumbing plumbing.
Although plumbing and water systems are a basic requirement of modern life for most, they are a point of conversation between those in the van life community.
It’s things like plumbing and electrical systems where a serious thought is required to decide on how you plan on using your van – what are your ‘must have’s’ and what are your ‘nice have’s’.
This is the point that separates a stock standard camper build/mass manufactured fitout from a custom camper that is built with your needs and decisions at the forefront of the design.
Plumbed Toilet
Hot Water Systems
Kitchen Plumbing
Composting Toilet
Internal Shower
Grey Water Storage
Water Inlets / Outlets
Water Pumps
Exterior Beach Shower
Insulation
Custom Cabinetry
Material Selection
3d Modelling
Design Desicions
Flooring Installation
Now that we’ve run through the basic components of your custom camper van build ( yes that’s right, we’re not even half way through finalsing your build yet ). We’re finally at the point of the true customisation of your van, this is the point where the van reallt becomes your custom camper. Now is the time for some more tough decsions about selecting the materials, colours and textures that will be used throughout.
Here at Revanped, once we get an idea of the style that appeals to you, we’ll make some reccomendations and show you a range of colour selections from our material suppliers. While you contemplate that decision, we’ll work through another conversion with you to get an idea on how you would like the van layout, where the kitchen will be located, how you would like the bed – ( and the remainder of the decisions you’ve made from the steps above ) to digitally design your van with custom cabinetry to suit your requirements.
By the end of this step in our build process, you will have a full 3D digital model of the internals and external view of your van. We provide this to you prior to any building started to ensure you are happy with the design and are confident the build with work for you and your camper vanning adventure
Creating a custom camper van is a unique journey of self-expression and personalization, where every decision is an opportunity to infuse your personality into the vehicle. The aesthetic design process is where the magic truly begins. It’s here that you’ll decide on the colour scheme that speaks to you, whether you want your custom camper van to feature naturalistic earthy tones with warm, organic colours to bring a sense of calm while living your best nomadic life. Or you’re the type of person who wants to be surrounded by vibrant hues and contrasting textures that ignite excitement and express your character. Or maybe you’re wanting to keep it neutral and let the van work artistry speak for itself. Whatever you decide, you’ll be able to revel in the knowledge that you get to live in something that you designed and bought to life while vaning your life away !
We’ve partnered with a number of suppliers to be able to offer you the most diverse selection of materials, colours, textures and patterns – more than any of our local competitors ! So whether you’re looking for a simple, easy to clean and maintain surface made of modern laminate, a natural raw wood grain benchtops, cozy carpets or more of an industrial chic style – we’ve got you covered ! Although the possibilities are near endless and the choices are overwhelming, or if you’re a little less confident, rest assured our team of designers will help you collate your likes and preferences into a cohesive style for the most aesthetically pleasing final result
Plumbing – plumbing plumbing plumbing.
Although plumbing and water systems are a basic requirement of modern life for most, they are a point of conversation between those in the van life community.
It’s things like plumbing and electrical systems where a serious thought is required to decide on how you plan on using your van – what are your ‘must have’s’ and what are your ‘nice have’s’.
This is the point that separates a stock standard camper build/mass manufactured fitout from a custom camper that is built with your needs and decisions at the forefront of the design.
Once we’ve got all the ins and outs of your custom camper van build sorted – materials, layout, and all those unique touches – it’s finally time to get the build started! We’ll work with you to choose the day for your camper van handover, and that’s when the real work begins. Our team of professional van fitters will jump into action, transforming your dream custom camper van into a concrete reality.
We’ve partnered with a number of suppliers to be able to offer you the most diverse selection of materials, colours, textures and patterns – more than any of our local competitors ! So whether you’re looking for a simple, easy to clean and maintain surface made of modern laminate, a natural raw wood grain benchtops, cozy carpets or more of an industrial chic style – we’ve got you covered ! Although the possibilities are near endless and the choices are overwhelming, or if you’re a little less confident, rest assured our team of designers will help you collate your likes and preferences into a cohesive style for the most aesthetically pleasing final result
After a few weeks of your van being in the hands of our capable van fitters, your completely customized camper van that you’ve designed from the ground up – will finally be within arms reach.
And as we did for the original handover, our team will find a suitable date for pickup of the van from our warehouse in Maroochydore and you’ll be driving off into the sunset and beginning your ultimate van life – off grid dream !
