A Guide to The Vanlife
How to Finance Your Camper Van Conversion
By Eugene, CEO and Owner Securing camper van conversion financing opens doors to van life without depleting savings accounts. Multiple lending options exist for both pre-built purchases and custom builds....
Pre-Built vs Custom: Which Van Path is Right for You?
By Roberto, CMO and Co-founder Choosing between vans for sale and custom builds represents one of the biggest decisions in van life. Pre-built options offer immediate gratification and proven designs....
What to Expect When Ordering a Vansmith Build
By Eugene, CEO and Owner Understanding our process helps set proper expectations for your van conversion journey. From initial deposit to final delivery, we maintain clear communication and predictable timelines....
Step-by-Step: How to Customize Your Van Online
By Roberto, CMO and Co-founder Learning how to customize your van has never been easier with modern digital tools. Our interactive customization platform guides you through every decision, from floor...
Ford Transit Shower Installation: Complete Guide
By Roberto, CMO and Co-founder Installing a ford transit shower might seem impossible in a compact van, but it's absolutely achievable with proper planning. Our team has perfected shower installations...
Van Conversion with Shower: Real Layouts That Work
When planning your van conversion with shower, the biggest challenge isn't finding space it's making smart design choices. Real vanlifers have tested countless layouts, and their experiences reveal what actually...
From Vision to Van Life: What It Really Takes to Build Your Dream Van
Guest Author ~ Manny Thompson Turning a regular van into the dream van you have in mind is an exciting adventure. But what's your reason for joining over 3.1 million...
EKKO Lithionics Battery Upgrade: More Power, More Freedom
When you're boondocking in the Utah desert or following powder through remote Colorado backcountry, your van's electrical system becomes the lifeline that powers everything from refrigeration and lighting to communication...
Window and Flare Installs: Boost Light and Space in Your Van
When you're living and adventuring in a van, every square inch matters. The difference between a cramped, dark interior and a bright, spacious feeling mobile home often comes down to...
Keep Your Espar Heater Running Strong: Inspection & Cleaning Tips
When you're deep in the Colorado backcountry and the temperature drops to single digits, your Espar diesel heater becomes more than just a comfort feature it's essential life support equipment....
The Complete Guide to Camper Van Conversions: Crafting Your Dream Adventure Vehicle
The dream of hitting the open road with your home on wheels has captured the imagination of adventurers worldwide, but turning that dream into reality requires more than just enthusiasm...
Heater Installation for Cold-Weather Vanlife
When winter winds howl across the Colorado Rockies and temperatures plummet well below freezing, your van's heating system becomes more than just a comfort feature it becomes essential life support...