The REAL cost of our off-grid van build

In this video we share the FULL cost break down of our dream DIY Transit camper van build project we've been sharing on this channel for nearly two years. From all of the components all the way down to the screws and tape; we've kept receipts so we can share with all of you how much we ACTUALLY spent in materials for this van build.

It's important to note that this was NOT a low budget build and that was never the goal. We used high quality materials and components but we installed or built everything ourselves; saving costs on labor. We never used tools that the average DIYer wouldn't already have in their garage. We never used CNC machines, 3d scanners, and the random 3d printed pieces we used are either available for purchase or not mission critical. The goal here was to build a van ourselves with an outcome of similar quality to the top commercial van builders on the market like Storyteller Overland or Outside Van; which we achieved at about half the price:

See the blog post for our cost breakdown: https://explorist.life/the-real-cost-...

See the full tour of this van build here:    • LUXURY VAN TOUR - our dream off-grid van  

See the full build playlist where we show you every step of how we made it:    • New Ford Transit Camper Van (What do ...  


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➤ How to Cut Wire: https://www.explorist.life/how-to-cut...

➤ How to Strip Wire:    • How to Strip Wire from 4/0 to 24 AWG  

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00:00 Introduction
00:40 Sound Control
01:59 Windows
03:02 Window Jambs
04:10 Branch Circuit Wiring
05:10 Interior Lighting
05:39 Switches and Outlets
06:15 Air Conditioner
07:00 Maxxair Fan
07:55 Roof Rack
08:44 weBoost
09:16 Flooring
10:34 Insulation
11:10 Walls
11:49 Swivel Seats
12:01 Electrical and Solar
12:36 Plumbing
13:06 Toilet
13:25 Cabinets
14:00 Kitchen
14:44 Bed
15:18 Bug Screens
15:57 Tank and Temp Sensors
16:22 Lift Kit
16:48 Wheels and Tires
17:22 Bumper Nudge Bar
17:55 Exterior Lighting
18:47 Garmin Power Switch
19:31 Exterior Storage
20:07 Window Covers
20:39 TOTAL COST OF BUILD