Campervan Conversions

Guides for self-build and converted campervans — VW, Ford Transit, Mercedes Sprinter, and more

6 guides available

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VW T6 / T6.1 Pop-Top Roof — Maintenance & Seal Care

Keep your VW Transporter pop-top roof operating smoothly and weathertight with this complete maintenance guide covering canvas inspection, hinge lubrication, seal replacement, and latch adjustment.

2–3 hours
Easy

Van Conversion Basics — Planning Your Self-Build Campervan

A practical guide to planning a van conversion from scratch — choosing the right base vehicle, insulation, electrical layout, furniture fixing, and the legal requirements for a UK campervan.

Ongoing project
Easy

Campervan Leisure Battery Wiring — 12V System Guide

A complete guide to wiring a 12V leisure battery system in a campervan — from choosing the right battery and B2B charger to correctly sizing cables, fuses, and solar input.

4–8 hours
Easy

Campervan Roof Vent Installation — Dometic & Fiamma Guide

Step-by-step guide to cutting a roof vent aperture in your campervan and fitting a Dometic Fan-Tastic or Fiamma Turbo Vent — the most important single upgrade for managing condensation and heat.

3–5 hours
Easy

Diesel Parking Heater Installation — Webasto, Eberspächer & Chinese Units

A complete guide to installing a diesel parking heater in a campervan — covering fuel pickup, exhaust routing, air ducting, and 12V wiring for Webasto, Eberspächer, and budget Chinese units.

6–10 hours
Easy

Wild Camping & Off-Grid Setup for Campervans

Everything you need to know about setting up your campervan for wild camping and off-grid travel in the UK and Europe — power management, water, waste, legal considerations, and finding spots.

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