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--- rv:build:steps [2017/04/16 01:58]
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+++ rv:build:steps [2020/10/11 23:48] (current)
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 ====== Build order ======
-  - thinking
+===== downsizing =====
+[[lifestyle:downsizing|Downsizing]] (getting rid of most of your stuff, keeping useful stuff) is a Good Thing whether or not you ever move into a van.
+===== thinking =====
     - get ideas from forums, instagram, youtube, etc
     - consider what kind of amenities you want
-      - bed:  material, across the van or lengthwise, dedicated or used for other purposes
+      - bed:  material, across the van or lengthwise, dedicated or used for other purposes, [[http://www.cheaprvliving.com/forums/Thread-Mattress-ventilation|mattress ventilation]]
       - storage:  plastic bins, milk crates, thrift store dressers, built cabinets
       - water tanks
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       - roof real estate:  solar panels, fan
     - sketch ideas for layout on paper or software
-  - mocking up
-    - sit in the space, or measure the space and mark it out in an unused room
+===== mocking up =====
-    - use actual gear or cardboard mockups as placeholders to help you understand the layout
-  - roof work - this is done early so metal debris can be swept/vacuumed out easily
+  * Mark out a space on the floor to represent your van's living space.  A corner may work best, so you can also mark the interior height on two walls.  [[https://amzn.to/2UcGSmv|Blue painter's tape]] will remove easily and without damage when you move into your van.
-    - fan - cut hole, install, leave wiring accessable
+  * place your belongings in their actual locations in the "van".
-    - solar
+  * use cardboard boxes to represent items you haven't sourced yet (bed, refrigerator, etc)
+  * This experience tends to be one of the first OMG moments: the physical constraints become very real.  The upside is it may be encouragement to get rid of stuff faster!
+===== roof =====
+this is done early so metal debris can be swept/vacuumed out easily
+    - [[hvac:roof_vent|fan]] - cut hole, install, leave wiring accessible
+    - [[electrical:solar:gentle_intro|solar]]
       - install rack or tabs
-      - install panels
+      - install [[electrical:solar:panels|panels]]
       - install wiring entry point
-    - insulate ceiling
+    - insulate ceiling and cover ceiling if desired
-  - floor
+===== floor =====
     - cut any needed holes for vents, drains, etc
-  - **body modification** - cut any holes for water entry, shore power connectors, etc.  Note:  traditionally **hookups go on the driver's side of the camper**.
+  - **body modification** - cut any holes for water entry, [[electrical:shore_power|shore power]] connectors, etc.  Note:  traditionally **hookups go on the driver's side of the camper**.
-  - **framing** - if you
-  - wiring
+===== acoustic dampening =====
-  - insulating
+[[http://amzn.to/2pNrQSo|{{ https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/5159EpcjctL._AC_US160_.jpg}}]]
-  - shakedown
+  * if desired, [[http://amzn.to/2pNrQSo|add acoustic dampening material]] like Reckhorn ABX.((http://www.promasterforum.com/forum/showpost.php?p=316602&postcount=18))
+===== framing =====
+Framing is done before wiring to avoid damaging wiring.
+ - if you FIXME
+===== wiring =====
+===== insulating =====
+===== shakedown, iteration =====
     - overnights
     - weekends

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