After more than two weeks on the road testing our new camper van layout, we’ve gathered plenty of insights into what works, what doesn’t, and what needs tweaking. Before heading back to the UK, I wanted to give you a brief rundown of our experiences, the key improvements, and some unexpected revelations from this trip. […]
Camper Van Shakedown Trip: Our Thoughts on the New Layout Read More »
If you love adventure, camping, and overlanding, having an organized vehicle setup can make all the difference. This guide will walk you through how I built a custom sliding drawer system for my car—complete with a fridge/freezer slide, utility drawer, and modular storage for Euro crates. Planning the Layout My goal was to maximize storage
DIY Sliding Drawer System for Your Vehicle: Step-by-Step Build Read More »
Sometimes, road trips take unexpected turns. This time, our journey along the Mediterranean Coast of France near Agde turned into an unplanned mechanical adventure. What was supposed to be a few days of beachside relaxation quickly turned into a battle to get the van started again. A Perfect Start… Until It Wasn’t The day started
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Some places feel like they belong in a storybook, and today, I found one. Nestled high in the mountains, we stumbled upon a tiny village—Spaletto. With its crystal-clear river, stone cottages, and intricately carved wooden doors, it felt like a place untouched by time. As we wandered through the village, I had one goal in
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Fixing the Love Seat Fitment The love seat was in, but there was a new issue—the fridge was interfering with the right cushion. Since the base of the seat was 2 inches (50 cm) longer than expected, it threw off the alignment with the sink, storage unit, and end piece. The Right Fix After thinking
Van Build Update: Love Seat Adjustments & A Scenic Shakedown Run Read More »
Every van build comes with unexpected challenges, and today was no exception. What seemed like a straightforward installation of a dual-seat setup turned into a problem-solving mission involving seatbelt buckles, headrests, and frame adjustments. But, after some serious modding and ingenuity, the love seat is finally in place! The First Challenge: Seat Belt Buckles &
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After years of camper van travel, we’ve taken a step—not back, but sideways—into the world of Overlanding. With our van in for some work, we decided it was the perfect opportunity to test out a rooftop tent setup and see how it compares. So, welcome to our new adventure: camping under the stars with our
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Good morning from Volterra! Nestled atop a mountain in the heart of Tuscany, this historic Roman town is a treasure trove of ancient charm, breathtaking landscapes, and unexpected delights. After a rain-soaked arrival yesterday, today greeted us with clear skies and panoramic views, making it the perfect day to explore. A Stroll Through History Our
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Every step in a campervan build brings its own set of challenges, and this time, it was fitting all the cupboard doors. While most of them were straightforward installations, I decided to make one of them a sliding door, which required a bit more problem-solving. Reusing & Repurposing Cabinet Doors For this build, I wanted
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Several months ago, I took a leap of faith and bought a former emergency services Volvo XC70 ambulance off eBay—sight unseen. It had no MOT and far more faults than were listed. But after months of hard work, fixing countless mechanical issues, and transforming its look, Ragnar was reborn as a true overlanding machine. To
From eBay Rescue to Overland Explorer: Ragnar’s 3,000-Mile Adventure Read More »