In this video we finally answer one of our most frequently asked questions: How much did our van conversion cost? We bought a new 2017 Ram Promaster 3500. With our Happijac bed lift system, 24 V lithium batteries, shower/bathroom, and kitchen with multiple appliances, it may be the most expensive van build you have seen yet! We definitely weren’t trying to cheap out on any products and we’re going for a functional and comfortable home that we can live in for a long time. It was an investment but it has been worth every penny. We break down all of the costs and give you tips on how you can achieve something similar for cheaper. You can find the links to some the products in our van linked below (As an Amazon Associate we earn a small amount from qualifying purchases, so if you want to support us buy the products via our links - and at no extra cost to you!). You can also find out more info on our van build and products we used on our website:
Bathroom:
Nature’s head composting toilet:
Medicine cabinet:
Shower:
Shower pan:
Shower head:
Lighting:
Outside Light bar and spot lights:
Waterproof lights:
Recessed Ceiling Lights:
Light strips:
Battery touch lights:
Kitchen:
Cabinet latches:
Induction cooktop:
Sink faucet:
Breakfast station:
Knife strip:
Fruit hammock:
Ventilation:
Air Conditioner:
AC cover:
Heat kit for AC:
Fantastic fan:
Closet:
Shoe rack:
MoFi WiFi router:
WeBoost cell booster:
TV mount:
Couch/living area:
Gas props in benches:
Safe:
Telescoping Ladder:
Happijac Bedlift:
Water system:
4 Gallon hot water heater:
Water filter:
Use promo code “Nomadic Millennials” for free shipping or free set of filters with your purchase
Electrical system:
Victron Lithium-Ion Battery 24V/180Ah (We bought 2)-
Victron Energy 1000 Amp Lynx Ion BMS-
Victron MultiPlus 24/3000/70-50 120V VE.Bus Inverter Charger-
Or you can buy it on amazon here:
Victron MK3-USB interface-
Or you can buy it on amazon here:
Victron Color Control GX-
Or you can buy it on amazon here:
24/12 Converter 70 Amps-
MPPT 100/50 Smart Solar Charge Controller-
We purchased most of our electrical system from Peter at PKYS INC ( He was very helpful and answered all of our questions. We recommend purchasing these items from here.
Other recommended products:
Retractable Screen Door for slider:
Magnetic Screen Door for back:
Portable electric heater:
Dash cam:
Recovery tow strap:
Hitch Receiver:
Traction Mat Tire Grip Aid:
Collapsible shovel:
Hoses:
Collapsible water container:
Drill pump:
Black out curtain:
Curtain rod:
Security cameras:
Check out some of our other videos:
Exploring Joshua tree:
Your Questions answered:
Full van tour:
Electrical system:
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Email: nomadicmillennials@gmail.com
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Who we are:
We are Jon and Ray, a couple from Seattle, WA. We are full-time van lifers, traveling the US with our dog JJ, in our converted Promaster “Road Dreamer” or “Roadie” for short. We make videos about traveling to new places, what it’s like living in a van, and tips/tricks to help fellow van lifers. We hope to inspire others to try new things, alternative ways of living, and to explore the beautiful world we live in. We post new videos every Sunday. We appreciate your support on our journey!
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