Build a DIY Roof Rack in 8 Steps | Van Build Ram ProMaster Conversion Ep 5

We built our own DIY #roofrack which saved us a few hundred dollars instead of buying a premade roof rack. Our vans roof rack can hold 3 200 watt solar panels and we still have room for our 2 MaxxAir Fans. Our #vanbuild is just getting started, so make sure to follow along as we convert a Ram ProMaster into a tiny home on wheels.

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We are James and Keli! We are originally from Kansas ,USA and after many years of traveling during our holidays together, we took a leap of faith and moved to China. After an amazing 4 years in China exploring all the country has to offer, we are now off on a new adventure of vanlife.
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Intro 00:00
The supplies you'll need 01:04
Test your roof rack 03:00
Pre-slot t-nuts 03:20
Connect outer rails 03:49
Connect inner rails 04:06
Run solar panel cords through roof 04:25
Pre-wire solar panels 04:57
Put solar panels onto roof 06:50