Van Build Essentials
Having the right gear for a van build makes a HUGE difference. I started out with a saw, Dewalt Drill, some bits and that was my lot. Over the years I've managed to build up my kit list to what Im showing below.
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Van Insulation
Sound deadening choice for me was Dodo Mat Dead-EZY. I tried stuff from Temu and it was more bitumen than sound proofing material. Even with the van half covered the reduction in road noise and resonance was measurable.
Dodo Mat Dead-EZY - Dont get the Temu version
I went for 10mm insulation after the smallest amount of research. 6mm seemed like it would just about do the job but the Dodo Mat Thermo Pro 10mm was worth the extra for the extra mm of insulation. I hate being cold and ill update the page in the summer to let you know if it's helped keep the van cool
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