AVC Chronicles

Hey, welcome back to the shop! Today on AVC Chronicles, we’re wrapping your C-Pillar and the area over the passenger sliding door—two key areas that define the finished look of your interior.

Let’s get to work!

Welcome back to AVC Chronicles! Today, we’re going to be showing you how to wrap your driver’s side B-Pillar.

Wrapping the B-pillar is essential for a finished look in your van build and is surprisingly simple once you know how to handle the factory plastics.

Hey, welcome back to the blog! It's Matt here for AVC, and today we're tackling one of my biggest pet peeves in van builds: unwrapped rear columns.

Wrapping the rear columns of the Ford Transit not only finishes the insulation and sound-dampening package but also provides a clean, professional aesthetic. We're going to show you how to properly prep, foam, and cover these complex columns.

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On today's edition of the blog we're talking about how to install Unistrut. We've found that Unistrut is the most effective, safe, and versatile way to mount cabinets directly into the van's superstructure while offering endless flexibility for future modifications.

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When you're out adventuring in your van, the places you end up—visiting family, crashing at a friend's house, or prepping the van at home—often don't have the large 30A service found at RV parks.

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On today's edition of AVC Chronicles we're showing you a crucial step to completing the flooring of your camper van: finishing the edges and adding crucial tie-down points by installing our AVC Step and Trim Kit and the specially designed L-Track from our friends over at Stay Ready (thanks, Greg, for the great US-made L-Track!).

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Today, we're tackling the installation of those popular "pill" or "bunk" windows. While we've installed tons of windows, getting this specific style right can be tricky. Over-tightening can cause little ripples along the bottom of the window, affecting the look of your van's metal. We'll show you how to get a clean, professional fit.

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We've been working closely with Espar to ensure their D2L/S2D2L furnaces are properly integrated into the Ford Transit platform. To further this integration, we developed this custom AVC Espar Trim Unit. This unit ensures proper duct alignment, a superior fit with the Ford Transit seat base, and a professional, finished appearance.

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On our latest crew van build, we're doing something that might sound counterintuitive: we're cutting out perfectly good factory windows!

The answer is simple: more venting is always better. Controlled airflow from one end of the van to the other is crucial for comfort in a camper build. While many DIY builders are comfortable cutting metal for a new window location, removing factory bonded glass is a different beast entirely.

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The introduction of our paper patterns for wall kits has brought up a great question: What material should you actually use to build your walls?

The right choice depends on your budget, your final aesthetic, and how you plan to use your van. Let's look at the essential qualities to consider and break down the pros and cons of the most common materials, including our newest, ultra-lightweight option.

Hey, welcome back to AVC Chronicles! Today we’re diving into the essential first steps for preparing a brand-new Ford Transit for one of our interior wall kits. Stripping down a new van can be nerve-wracking, but understanding the factory components and where you need to add mounting points is key to a professional, safe build.

We’re going to cover what needs to come out, how to modify the foam, and those crucial factory details you need to know about hardened steel and rivnuts. Let's get to work!

Hey, welcome back to the blog! Today, we're diving into what many van builders consider the most challenging part of the interior finish: wrapping the foam "blobs" in the Ford Transit.

These irregularly shaped styrofoam pieces (designed for crash protection) are notoriously difficult to cover smoothly, but a meticulous approach and a willingness to try twice will get you a professional, wrinkle-free finish.

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Today, we're doing a different kind of video—a little bit of an experiment. We have a van that was built here in 2020, which means its Maxxfan install is now five years old. We’re swapping it out for a CloudCap, and I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to pull this fan out and see how the original install held up against five years of Colorado sun, snow, ice, and everything in between.

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We just wrapped up a truly custom project: a Ford Transit 148 Extended designed specifically for two people and built for four-season use. This isn't a standard layout you'll find on our website—it's tailored to the owners' exact needs, featuring maximum winterization, efficient storage, and some truly unique features.

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The core of any successful van conversion is a robust, well-insulated floor. That’s why we’ve completely redesigned our best-selling insulated subfloor system. We’ve stepped up our manufacturing quality, improved the materials, and—most importantly for the DIY builder—made the installation process simpler and more forgiving than ever before.

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The floor is the foundation of your entire van build. A great floor system provides insulation, noise reduction, and a solid, versatile base for everything you plan to put inside. Over the years, we've refined our offerings to give DIYers the best possible choices for their camper van floor.

On today's edition of AVC Chronicles, we're not just customizing our vans—we're customizing the ride itself! We're diving into a fun, low-cost DIY project: spray painting steel wheels for our Ford Transit.

We’ve seen the results on both spray-painted and powder-coated wheels, and the durability of a properly prepped, quality spray paint job is surprisingly resilient. This is the perfect opportunity to take those beat-up old steelies and give them some lipstick!

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Today, we're installing one of our favorite accessories: the AVC B-Pillar Lagun Mount. This mount is a game-changer for adding a sturdy, versatile table to your van's front cab. It’s perfect for using your laptop, having a snack, or sharing a meal—and the best part is you can install it any point in your build, even if your camper is already finished!

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Today, we're diving into the technical details of setting up and operating your Espar EasyStart Pro timer for your new Espar furnace. Mastering this controller will help you get the most efficient heat out of your system all winter long.

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Today, we're diving into the installation of our Felt 1.0 Wall Kit. If you're wondering what "1.0" means, it signifies our most basic, general-fit kit for the Ford Transit. The idea behind the 1.0 kit is that it's your DIY special—it's designed for you to adjust, modify, and make it your own. You have the freedom to choose your own fastening method, finishes, and custom touches!

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Today, we're taking a tour of our latest buildout: a Base Camp model on a Ford Transit 148 medium roof. We'll start with the van's exterior features before stepping inside to explore the layout and all the custom details.