Campervan Gear
Campervan Gear – My Full-Time Van Life Setup
My Campervan Gear & Setup
This page is a complete breakdown of the campervan gear I use while living full-time on the road across Australia. After building my own campervan from the ground up, I’ve spent a lot of time refining the campervan setup to make everyday van life practical, reliable, and comfortable.
From the electrical system and kitchen appliances to storage, plumbing, and everyday van life essentials, everything listed here is gear I personally use in my campervan build and rely on while travelling full-time.
The goal was to create a simple and dependable campervan setup that allows me to live comfortably off-grid while travelling around Australia.
Exterior Campervan Gear
The exterior of a campervan quickly becomes part of your living space when you're travelling full-time. A good exterior campervan setup can add valuable space to the van and make everyday life on the road far more comfortable. From the awning that creates shade and shelter, to simple additions like outdoor mats and power outlets, every piece of exterior campervan gear on this build has a purpose. My goal was to keep everything practical, reliable, and easy to maintain while living off-grid around Australia.
DIY Campervan Exterior Build:
Windows: EuroVision 2 - Black Window & Blind
Awning: Fiamma F45 S 3.5m Deep Black Awning
MaxxAir Fan: MaxxFan Smoke Grey Deluxe Remote Fan Lid
Electric Step: Thule 12V 550mm Slide-Out Step
Starlink: Starlink Mini Roof Mount
Outdoor Mini Mat: CGear Mats 1.5mx1.5m &
Outdoor Shoe Mat: CGear G-Gear Mat 60x90cm
Shore Power: Clipsal External Power Outlet 15Amp
Water Inlets: Coast To Coast Water Filler Inlet
Outdoor Chair: Outback Explorer Deluxe High Chair
Campervan Cabin Upgrades
The cabin of the campervan isn’t just for driving — it quickly becomes part of your living space when you’re travelling full-time. A few simple campervan cabin upgrades can make a huge difference to comfort on the road. Block-out window covers provide privacy and temperature control, swivel seats create extra seating inside the van, and an upgraded sound system makes those long drives across Australia far more enjoyable.
DIY Campervan Cabin Upgrades
Block Out Blinds: Fiat Ducato Window Cover Kit
Seat Swivels: Driver + Passenger Swivel Seats
Headunit: 9" Head Unit Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
Speakers: JBL Stage3 607CF 2-Way Car Sound System
Subwoofer: JBL BassPro SL2 Active Underseat Subwoofer
Phone Holder: Quad Lock MAG Wireless Charger
Campervan Kitchen Appliances
When living in a campervan full-time, the kitchen becomes one of the most important parts of the setup. Being able to cook proper meals and store food reliably makes life on the road far more comfortable. I built my campervan kitchen around two key appliances — the oven and the fridge — choosing products that are reliable, efficient, and suited to full-time van life across Australia.
DIY Campervan Kitchen Appliances
Oven: Thetford K1520 Cooker with Oven, Stove & Grill
Fridge: Bushman DC130-X Fridge/Freezer 130L
Freezer: Bushman Heavy Duty Drawer Fridge/Freezer
Diesel Heater: Belief 12V 2.2kW Diesel Air Heater
Sodastream: Sodastream Terra Value Pack
Induction Cooktop: Tokit 2100W Portable Induction
Blender: Magic Bullet Blender
Campervan Kitchen Accessories
Once the main campervan kitchen appliances were installed, the rest of the setup came down to simple kitchen accessories that make everyday cooking easier on the road. These are the small items I use daily in the van, from cookware and utensils to drying racks and storage containers. None of them are complicated, but together they help keep the campervan kitchen organised, practical, and easy to use while travelling full-time.
DIY Campervan Kitchen Accessories
Cookware Set: CAROTE 19pcs Pots and Pans Set
Utensils: Umite Chef 43 PCS Cooking Utensil Set
Mixing Bowls: Umite Chef Mixing Bowls with Airtight Lids
Knife Set: Furi Pro Radial Stone Knife Block Set
Dinnerware: Premium Wheat Straw Dinnerware Set
Storage: Feshory 42 Pack Airtight Food Storage Set
Tree Trivet: 3pcs Wooden Trivets
Drying Rack: Compact Small Dish Drying Rack
Campervan Bed & Seating Setup
Comfort becomes incredibly important when living in a campervan full-time, especially when it comes to where you sleep and relax. The bed and seating area in my van is mostly custom-built to maximise space and create a practical layout for everyday van life. While much of the structure is built directly into the campervan, a good mattress and quality bedding make a big difference when you're sleeping in the same space every night on the road.
DIY Campervan Bedding Setup
TV: Englaon 24’’ Full HD 12V Smart LED TV
Mattress: Giselle Bedding Cool Gel Memory Foam Mattress
Quilt: Aus Made Luxury 100% Merino Wool
Bedding: Ultra Soft Microfiber Duvet Doona Cover
Pillows: 2 Pack Luxor Luxury Memory Foam Pillow
Table Arm: Detachable Swivel Table Leg 360° Rotation
Fans: Sirocco White Fan II - 3 Speed
Reading Lights: 12V LED Reading Mini Spot Lighting
Campervan Electrical Setup
When building my campervan, the electrical system was one area I didn’t want to compromise on. Reliable power is essential for full-time van life, especially when living off-grid for long periods. This campervan electrical setup is built around high-quality components designed to run everything from the fridge and lighting to charging camera gear and everyday electronics while travelling around Australia.
DIY Campervan Electrical Setup
Battery: Scout 12.8v 345Ah Lithium Battery
Shunt: Victron Energy SmartShunt 500 amp Battery Monitor
DC/DC: Victron Energy Orion-Tr Smart 12/12-30A
MPPT: Victron Energy BlueSolar MPPT 12Volt 50 amp
Inverter/Charger: Victron MultiPlus-II Inverter Charger
Fuse Distributor: Victron Energy Lynx Distributor
Cerbo GX: Victron Cerbo GX MK2
LCD Screen: Victron Energy GX Touch 50
Solar Panels: Enerdrive Fixed Solar Panel
Campervan Plumbing Setup
The campervan plumbing setup is designed to be simple, reliable, and easy to maintain while living on the road. When travelling full-time, you don’t want complicated systems that are difficult to repair if something goes wrong. This van life water system provides everything needed for daily living, including running water for the kitchen and a hot shower, while remaining practical and dependable for life off-grid.
DIY Campervan Plumbing Setup
Hot Water System: Camec 13kW Instantaneous Gas Water Heater
Water Pump: Seaflo MK2 55psi/11.3LPM 12V Water Pump
Accumulator: Shurflo Press Accumulator NS30
Water Tanks: Roto 84 Litre Water Tank
Hose Line: John Guest Hose & Fittings
Tank Monitors: Mopeka Pro Check
2nd Shower: External Shower + Van Cleaner
Shower Head: Decaura 3-Mode Handheld Shower Head
Sink: Cefito Kitchen Stainless Steel Sink
Sink Faucet: Decaura WELS 360° Swivel Sink Faucet
Campervan Garage Storage
The garage compartment is where a lot of the everyday gear is stored while travelling full-time in the campervan. It’s designed to keep equipment organised and separate from the main living space inside the van. This area holds items like fishing gear, outdoor equipment, and other essentials that are used regularly on the road. A well-organised campervan storage setup makes life much easier when moving between campsites and exploring different locations.
DIY Campervan Garage Setup
Main Clothes Line: Wall Mounted Clothes Drying Rack
Hanging Clothes Line: Retractable Swivel Clothes Line
Fishing Holders: Berkley Horizontal Fishing Rod Rack
Reel Holders: Fishing Reel Wall Mount Holder
Towel Holder: 5-Pieces Matte Black Bathroom Set
Soap Bottles: 8 Pcs 500ml Segbeauty Soap Dispenser
Essential Campervan Accessories
Not every part of a campervan setup is a major component of the build. Some of the most useful items are the small accessories that help make everyday van life easier. These are the practical pieces of campervan gear that connect power, manage water, and help keep everything running smoothly when setting up at campsites. They may not be the most exciting part of the build, but they are essential for comfortable full-time van life on the road.
Essential Campervan Accessories
Ampfibian: Mini Ampfibian IP33 Rated
Drinking Hose: 12.5m Flat Out Drinking Water Hose
Short Drinking Hose: 2.5m Flat Out Drinking Hose
Shut Off Valve: Flat Out Shut-Off Valve
Drinking Filter: Puretec Inline Water Filter
Extension Lead: 12.5m Flat Out Premium Extension Lead
Grey Water Hose: 6m Flat Out Sullage Hose 25mm
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