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Framing out the kitchen. The door on the left opens to the cab.
Mark laminated the cabinets by himself.
The finished kitchen is a work of art.
Mark used a couple of 150 Ah AGM batteries wired in parallel along with 475 W of solar panels on the roof. Read more about his setup here. He mounted the panels in an aluminum frame for air circulation.
Installing the solar panels.
Mark installed a Webasto diesel-powered cook top. It runs off diesel directly from the Sprinter’s main fuel tank.  He had to install a dedicated standpipe since the Sprinter doesn’t come with an auxiliary fuel line.
The cook top’s exhaust pipe runs inside the air intake pipe.
Mark opted for jerry cans instead of permanent water tanks. He installed simple 12 V pumps to provide water pressure to the sink faucet. Because of the weight associated with carrying on-board water, he opted to use an outdoor shower like this one instead of a fully-plumbed design.
The gray water can be directed to the outside through the floor or diverted to the black jerry can via the red valve.
The homemade light-blocking shades are made by covering a sunscreen with fabric. The rear shades just sit in the window frame, while those on the side windows are held in place with magnets.
Mark used simple vinyl floor tiles because they are easy to install and clean.
It’s hard to believe that this Sprinter van…
…could look so amazing on the inside!
Be sure to check out some cool add-ons that Mark made here and here.
You can also catch up with his latest travels here or follow along as he renovates his beautiful new home here.
Do you have a DIY remodel or homemade camper you’d like to share? We’d love to feature it on DoItYourselfRV.
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Wonderful conversion! How do you stay cool though? There doesn’t seem to be much in the way of opening windows and unless running an air con or leaving the main door open (security risk?), I’m wondering how you survive the summer? It’s a question I’ve often wondered with van conversions. I’m looking for a home on wheels and love the Sprinter but just worry about the heat. Would appreciate your insights 🙂
My hat is off to you because of the great work that you put into this project. You paid great attention to detail and I know that you put in many hours of hard work. Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Bob, thanks for taking the time to make a comment. We agree, Mark definitely did a great job!
Australian Sprinter Van Conversion
I was searching for information unrelated to a van conversion but these photos caught my eye. I was so impressed that I had to make a comment. The project took six months of full time work, but look at the results. The design ability and craftsmanship that Mark displays in these photos are awe inspiring.
Sincerely,
Bob Francis
Hendersonville, Tennessee