Van was custom built by professionals:

  • Off Grid Solutions (offgridsolutionspdx.com) of Portland, OR

  • Hydronic system built by Van Life Tech (vanlifetech.com) of Bend OR

Extensive planning and forethought of water (53 gals + filtration), heat and power management makes this vehicle a standard bearer for extended off-grid use. These companies provide extensive service and advice even from a distance and are the best in the business.

“I’ve seen a lot of van builds. I’ve seen a lot of pros and DIYers and I don’t think I’ve come across someone or a company that has put this much research and development into a single van build”. Jarrod Tocci-YouTube G.H.O.S.T Tours

Nations Alternator on a secondary belt provides continuous charging capabilities of Lithionics batteries. So when solar can't keep, this is a guaranteed backup. Built in charge & temp regulators preserves battery life and integrity.
Solaria XT 360 solar panel on rear of roof.
Baja Design (top of the line) sealed LED lights all around provide campsite illumination and Front bar provides safe & far reaching road illumination.
Victron inverter controls switchable for shore power or lithium batteries.
Victron 2000 watt inverter for AC options with plenty of capacity for battery powered air conditioning as an add on.
Van Life Tech bluetooth thermostat/controller for Hydronic floor heat or add on AC. Can be controlled remotely by phone app so you come back to a warm/cool van or can leave your pets safely inside.
Power control panel including cabin lights, temp, battery and wi-fi. Also note the cutoff button should you need to store the vehicle unused for a length time.
Left rear of van showing Victron Inverter and hydronic system. Batteries are behind the inverter.
sPod External Lights Controller
WeMo boost amp & internal antenna
DC(3)/USB(6)/110AC (2) connections throughout the cabin
Rear fusebox in tunnel (cover removed)
Lithionics lithium Batteries
Solar controllers and breaker box
Hydronic system, sPod controller and Victron charge controller
Hydronics distribution