Van Building

Does Your Ford Transit Have the Factory Overhead Console? (And Why It Decides Your Whole Cab Storage Plan)

Most Ford Transit owners never think about the long plastic tray above the windshield. It holds the dome lights, maybe a pair of sunglasses, and the occasional parking receipt. But if you want real storage above the cab, that piece...

September 7, 2026
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DIY Kit vs. Aluminum Shelf: Which One's Actually Right for You

If you've landed on a headliner shelf for your Transit or Sprinter, there's one decision left: build it yourself, or buy it finished. Both use the same engineered brackets and mount to the same OEM hardware — the difference is...

August 31, 2026
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5 Simple Van Build Fixes That Solve the Most Annoying Problems

Every van build has a junk drawer of problems. Not the big structural ones — those get solved because they have to be, or the van doesn't function. These are the smaller annoyances. The ones you've lived with so long...

The DIY Van Shelf You'll Actually Finish (Because the Hard Part Is Already Done)

Most van builders obsess over floor space while completely overlooking one of the largest storage opportunities in their rig. Discover how a simple upgrade can unlock valuable space without sacrificing comfort or headroom.

June 29, 2026
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Why the Best Van Builds Start From the Front and Work Backwards

The most important part of your van build might be the one almost everyone ignores. Discover how a few simple upgrades can transform your cab from cluttered workspace to organized command center.

Your Sprinter's Sliding Door Has Been Mildly Ruining Your Life and You've Just Accepted It

Why does your sliding door only stay fully open or fully closed? Discover the small upgrade that gives your van door a perfect halfway stopping point—and makes everyday van life easier.

The Space Above Your Head Is the Most Wasted Real Estate in Your Entire Van Build

You've optimized almost everything. Bed platform with drawers underneath. A kitchen setup that would make a studio apartment jealous. Clever cubbies for your shoes, your gear, your camp kitchen. You've watched every build tour twice and borrowed the best ideas....