Van Build Resources

Below you’ll find different resources that I hope, can help you with building your van.

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I hope these can help, and happy building!

Product List

A table titled 'Product Order Lists' listing various vehicle mods, electrical system components, consumables, appliances, and tools with prices and sources like Amazon, Ebay, Bunnings, Jaycar, Bushmans, and Outback Equipment.

Every product we used in our latest Hiace build—insulation, cabinetry, electrics, and more—all in one place with affiliate links for easy shopping.

Conversion Guide

Cover page of a van conversion guide with a sunset view of the ocean through a large window, decorated with hanging pom-poms and trees outside. The guide features a logo of a van and the text "Journey Van Builds" with the title "Van Conversion Guide" and section "Planning Phase".

Kickstart your build with our Planning Phase guide—packed with essential tips to help you start strong and stay on track.

Video Library

A three-part thumbnail image promoting a video about window installation and insulation, featuring a man in casual clothing smiling in front of various insulation material and a van interior, with text overlay highlighting key topics and a red play button.

Step-by-step videos covering real installs and van build tips—perfect for guidance or inspiration at any stage of your build.

12V Diagram

Diagram showing a solar power system connected to a rechargeable lithium battery, inverter, and fuse blocks, including components like a solar panel, kill switch, charger, bypass, circuit breakers, fuses, and vehicle grounding.

See the full 12V setup from our Hiace build—complete with components, cable sizes, and fuse specs for easy reference.

Cable Size Chart

Enerdrive cable size chart PDF for 12V electrical systems, showing wire size recommendations.

A quick reference chart for choosing the right wire sizes in your 12V system—straight from Enerdrive.

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