3 Critical Mistakes to Avoid in DIY Van Builds - Our Toyota Hiace Conversion Journey

Join us as we transform our 2016 Toyota Hiace Super Long Wheelbase (SLWB) High Top 4x4 Japanese Import into the ultimate mobile home and office! In this episode, we reveal the three most important pitfalls to avoid when planning your van conversion.

We're taking a unique approach to our build, incorporating a freight cage as an innovative office wall solution - perfect for remote workers needing a productive workspace while maintaining vanlife flexibility. Learn why we're avoiding melamine and typical domestic materials in favor of more durable options suited for Australian road conditions.

Watch as we carefully measure every inch of our Hiace 4x4, discuss bed options (we're leaning toward a queen-size for comfort), and share our strategy for future-proofing the build with smart access points like our fuel filter hatch design.

Whether you're planning your own conversion, considering a van as a rental investment, or just curious about the vanlife movement, we offer practical insights from our experience and conversations with other builders.

Timestamps:
0:00 Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid in Campervan Construction
0:17 Intro and Overview
1:30 Scope for Future Changes
1:50 Using a Freight Cage as an Office Wall and Workspace
3:47 Fuel Filter Access Hatch Overview
4:28 Removing the Rear Bench Seat
6:01 Why We're Not Using Melamine and Domestic Materials
7:17 Measuring Up the Van
7:32 Planning for a Queen Bed
11:00 Conversations with Other Installers About Their Builds
14:10 Our Unique Point of Difference
15:05 Considerations for Buying a Campervan to Rent Out

Previous Episodes:
Episode 1: https://youtu.be/xh53VH005vA

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