Many people fall for the mistake of looking at a beautiful van, then purchasing it without thinking about what they need. Do not fall into this trap. Making the best choice of converting your van to a camper begins by evaluating what your needs are.

Budget

How much money can you pay for or are you willing to spend? This is the most vital and fundamental issue. When you are building a van, budget is key. Without it the situation can quickly become out of control. It is not necessary to set a budget, but it can really help act as a guiding force in deciding on the necessities vs desirable items to include in your van conversion process. ,Discover more here.

There are always bargains available, but you can't receive what you spend. It's not logical to put $30,000 into a van with 150,000 miles and more than 10,000 miles.

Be sure to know what you are getting into when it comes to the van's construction platform. There's no formula that can tell you what percentage of your budget should be allocated to the actual van cost. Just make sure that you budget between $10,000 and $20,000 to cover the conversion components.

Height and Length

They are the primary factors that determine the price of your van. These two factors are the primary determinants for nearly every aspect of your van's design, from the size and location to amenities like seating and showers. A large part of it comes down to simply how large of a vehicle you are comfortable with driving. Larger taller vehicles operate differently than shorter vans.

Length

How long your van impacts turning radius. It can be more difficult to maneuver through small spaces such as campgrounds or parking areas. The length of the vehicle can influence the breakover angle. This will be discussed in the section on off-road.

The bed's length determines its shape and its orientation. Read our guide to camper van beds to get more information on things to think about when planning your sleeping space. Overall van length will also determine things like storage area capacity, seating capacity and whether you're able to add showers or not.

Height

It's really important to think about how important being to fully stand up is to you. Are you ok with being crouching while moving about? Do you feel comfortable sitting down while cooking and then putting on your pants when you get up? Take a moment to think about this.

Height has an impact on the places you are able to travel. The majority of taller vans aren't able to fit through drive-thrus, banks, car washes, parking garages and many more places. Although it may seem small but you'll soon see how limiting this is in the event that you require access to areas you're used to.

Ability to drive off-road

Are you planning to stick to pavement and campgrounds or do you want to blaze your own trails? These 4x4 vehicles appear stylish but carry expensive prices. Before buying an mountain bike think about the location you'll be riding it.

Most 2wd vans can handle the rigors of dirt or snowy roads by simply putting on a change of tires. Some vans do come with more clearance at the factory than others. You can read more about this here.

Breakover angle is a different factor when considering off-road capabilities. Find out more about approach angles departure, breakover, and approach angles. The length of your vehicle's wheelbase and its overall length will affect the objects you drive over. Longer vehicles are more at danger of getting stuck when climbing steep hills, and they could drag the rear as well.

Gas or diesel

This is a personal choice. Both gas and diesel vans can do the job effectively. Diesel is the better choice if you plan to frequently tow your campervan however you're not going to go wrong either. ,Clicking here.

It is possible to purchase a diesel-powered van with a lot of miles at a lower cost, but always think about the cost of maintenance. Diesels can last "forever" however, they require maintenance on a regular basis.
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