Resources and Recommended Gear

Sprinter Resources

On this page we list numerous links to helpful sites that we have used to help with our DIY van build. We also include a list of items that we have purchased and personally use, and therefore recommend to our readers to make your #vanlife easier and more comfortable.

How to make a Sprinter

• Mercedes-Benz Manufacturing Plant in Dusseldorf(Youtube Video)

Mercedes-Benz MyVan Site

• MyVan

Dealership

• Mercedes-Benz Vancouver Boundary

Technical Resources

• Espar Furnace Service Guide video on YouTube
• Espar Parts Technical Documentation
• Espar Butlertecnik D2 Technical Manual
• Espar Diesel Heater Resource and Tips Site - Le Tonkinois Varnish
• Thermo King of British Columbia
• Cool-It
• Sprinter Source Forum
• VHB Tape McMaster-Carr

USA Wifi / Phone Internet

• Mint Sim utilizes T-Mobile Network - very inexpensive data
• Verizon JetPack - expensive but ultra-reliable and access nearly everywhere

USA Park Passes

• Washington State Park Pass
• National Park Pass

Canada Park Passes

• Canada National Park Pass

Free-Camping on BLM lands

• Washington and Oregon BLM Free-Camping Finder

Gear We Use and Recommend

The following lists all of the things we have previously purchased and can recommend. We are not sponsored, and we have purchased these items with our own money. All hyperlinks below resolve to Amazon.

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COOKING AND FOOD

• Zojirushi Water Boiler/Warmer 5.0L https://amzn.to/3ov5RxB (View on Amazon)
• Iwatani 35FW Butane Stove https://amzn.to/35BqEXN (View on Amazon)
• Butane Cartridges https://amzn.to/3owkz7R (View on Amazon)
• Lodge Carbon Steel Skillet https://amzn.to/31GqzAP (View on Amazon)
• Compact Mini Fridge with Freezer, 1.7 Cubic Feet https://amzn.to/2J8BInP (View on Amazon)
• EDC Kershaw Blur Glassbreaker https://amzn.to/2HCb9a0 (View on Amazon)
• EDC Kershaw Blur Tanto https://amzn.to/34xFEqh (View on Amazon)
• Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener https://amzn.to/3oGDYmC (View on Amazon)
• Duralex Glass Bowls (France) https://amzn.to/2TvIgyE (View on Amazon)
• GSI Stainless Vacuum Bottle 1.0L https://amzn.to/3oAZx8a (View on Amazon)
• Maxim Japanese Instant Coffee https://amzn.to/34zciIh (View on Amazon)
• Tetley Tea Bags https://amzn.to/35M3NJo (View on Amazon)

BEDDING, COMFORT AND CLEANLINESS

• Zinus Queen 18 Quick Snap Bed Frame https://amzn.to/3dYJU5c (View on Amazon)
• Zinus 10 inch Queen Memory Foam Mattress https://amzn.to/34xr9D7 (View on Amazon)
• Espar Diesel D2 Heater https://amzn.to/34wNlgk (View on Amazon)
• Eberspacher Espar D2 Airtronic heater service kit https://amzn.to/3jz4r1u (View on Amazon)
• Damprid Moisture Control Dehumidifying Buckets https://amzn.to/2Tosqpy (View on Amazon)
• Baby Wipes (staying clean) https://amzn.to/34u1pap (View on Amazon)
• Paper Towel Dispenser Starter Kit https://amzn.to/2G1CdPp (View on Amazon)
• SofPull Paper Towel Refill 6-pack https://amzn.to/3mlP7XZ (View on Amazon)
• Kirkland Clear Plastic Liners, 10gal, 500ct https://amzn.to/35HL4hZ (View on Amazon)
• Portable Mosquito Coil Holder https://amzn.to/37OdhWW (View on Amazon)
• Mosquito Repellent Coils https://amzn.to/2HDHz3E (View on Amazon)
• Thermacell Radius Zone Mosquito Repellent https://amzn.to/35Dc95J (View on Amazon)
• Kirkland Yellow Microfiber Plush Towels https://amzn.to/2TBd94F (View on Amazon)
• Scotch-Brite Heavy Duty Scrub Sponges https://amzn.to/2JcccOx (View on Amazon)
• Reach Advanced Design Soft Toothbrushes https://amzn.to/31PLUIf (View on Amazon)
• Crest Pro Health Toothpaste https://amzn.to/37LaduJ (View on Amazon)
• Thetford Curve Toilet https://amzn.to/2G4FpK7 (View on Amazon)
• Thetford Holding Tank Deodorant https://amzn.to/3jxC7MT (View on Amazon)
• Thetford Floor Plate for Porta Potti Curve https://amzn.to/3mvDAVQ (View on Amazon)
• Kirkland Toilet Paper https://amzn.to/34zRVug (View on Amazon)
• Opolar 9 inch USB Powered Fan https://amzn.to/3ovvkHj (View on Amazon)
• Dr. Bronners Organic Soap Variety Pack https://amzn.to/2HJTZH9 (View on Amazon)
• Skin care Shiseido Night Cream https://amzn.to/3oA4zBy (View on Amazon)
• Skin care Shiseido Softener https://amzn.to/3e1a0Vr (View on Amazon)

WATER SYSTEM

• Remco 12v Water Pump https://amzn.to/3otYgQ2 (View on Amazon)
• Corny Keg Ball Lock Disconnects https://amzn.to/2TutMiC (View on Amazon)
• Corny Keg 5 Gallon Water Tank https://amzn.to/31G4T84 (View on Amazon)

VAN ACCESSORIES

• Bosch 3397007215 Wiper Blades https://amzn.to/3msaEhs (View on Amazon)
• Goal Zero 1500X Solar Generator https://amzn.to/3jwvYke (View on Amazon)
• Victron Orion-Tr Smart 12/24-15 DC-DC Charger https://amzn.to/3e2VNY3 (View on Amazon)
• Victron Blue Smart IP65 12/15 Battery Charger https://amzn.to/35GH9BU (View on Amazon)
• Erikson Light Duty Straps https://amzn.to/2HEIP6C (View on Amazon)
• Erikson Heavy Duty Straps https://amzn.to/3msrJrF (View on Amazon)
• Milwaukee M12 12v LED Work Light Bare Tool https://amzn.to/3e18VwE (View on Amazon)
• Milwaukee M12 REDLITHIUM XC6.0 Extended Capacity Battery https://amzn.to/3e2Sznc (View on Amazon)
• Milwaukee M12 Lithium Ion 12v Battery Charger https://amzn.to/37M9edL (View on Amazon)
• 303 Protectant for all plastics and rubber https://amzn.to/3806CJB (View on Amazon)

CELL, CAMERA AND COMPUTER GEAR

• Samsung Evo Select 256GB SD Card https://amzn.to/3kw9W29 (View on Amazon)
• DJI Pocket 2 Gimbal Camera https://amzn.to/31Nsp2S (View on Amazon)
• Ubiquiti Nanostation M2 https://amzn.to/3dY1Ahv (View on Amazon)
• Ubiquiti AirCube Wireless Access Point https://amzn.to/31Jy4Hf (View on Amazon)
• Samsung Galaxy Tablet 10.1 https://amzn.to/3mmUFS0 (View on Amazon)
• Samsung Galaxy S9 Plus 64GB https://amzn.to/37zFb9a (View on Amazon)
• Bose QC35ii Noise Cancelling Headset https://amzn.to/31OLG4c (View on Amazon)
• Huawei P20 Pro https://amzn.to/3mc56Yz (View on Amazon)
• Lenovo T480 Laptop https://amzn.to/3e0clzX (View on Amazon)
• Anker 12v PD USB C Vehicle Charger https://amzn.to/37RYYkp (View on Amazon)

HIKING GEAR

• Zomake Lightweight Water Resistant Backpack https://amzn.to/34z3Hp6 (View on Amazon)
• Keen Hiking Boots https://amzn.to/3oFKjPh (View on Amazon)
• Trekking Poles https://amzn.to/3ouo4vo (View on Amazon)

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