The ideal campervan conversion toolkit is not just about preparing yourself for the unexpected, but about maintenance too. It’s crucial to have everything you need to fix an issue with your van on the road, as well as carry out any routine maintenance, such as tyre replacement. In part three of our conversion series we’ll cover all the necessary tools to obtain in order to ensure you’re prepared for everything.
The Builder’s Campervan Conversion Toolkit
This toolkit is something you should obtain before the conversion process begins. It will cover you for all elements of converting your campervan, as well as any ongoing maintenance work that follows. You’ll need the following:
Power Tools:
- Impact Driver
- Drill
- Jigsaw
- Circular Saw
- Angle Grinder
Hand Tools
- Claw hammer
- Hand saw
- Socket & Ratchet
- Pliers
- Flathead screwdriver
- Knife
- Tape Measure
- Level
- Set Square
All these tools will cover all work required throughout the campervan conversion process and onward onto the road.
Safety Gear
In addition to the builders toolkit we covered previously, you need to make sure that you cover yourself for health and safety. Especially as power tools come with a certain risk, and if you’re inexperienced in using them, then protecting yourself is of paramount importance. We advise equipping yourself with the following:
- Respirator
- Gloves
- Protective goggles
- Ear muffs
Essential Roadside Tools
Campervan conversion tools aren’t just about being prepared to fix and construct your interior. They’re also about vehicle maintenance and roadside preparedness. You need to be ready for anything that could happen on the road, especially if you’re in the wilderness, so we recommend acquiring the following tools:
- Wheel replacement tools – tyre iron, car jack
- Tyre repair kit
- Basic mechanics tools such as wrenches, pliers, ratchets, sockets
- A portable jump starter for a dead battery.
Additionally, you also want to prepare for any emergencies, so it’s useful to have these tools too:
- First aid kit
- Emergency lighting
- Fire extinguisher
Choose Vanlife Customs For Your Campervan Conversion Project
As we end our series on campervan conversions, and you’re prepared to make the right choices and acquire the right tools, we want to showcase our own expertise and ability. If you’re starting a potential campervan conversion project, and you need advice or assistance, give one of our team a call today to book a quote and discuss.
