AVC Chronicles
Welcome to AVC Chronicles, our very own blog. Expect posts made specifically for the DIYer, follow along with the shop as we tackle everything from fully fleshed-out builds to simple products. Adventure starts here!
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How to Sleep Sideways in a Sprinter: Installing & Wrapping VanSpeed Capsules
Hey everybody, Matt here from AVC! Welcome back to the shop blog. If you’ve ever tried to lay out a bed in a Mercedes Sprinter, you’ve probably run into a fundamental geometric problem: Sprinters are noticeably narrower than Ford Transits. For anyone pushing 6 feet...
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Inside Work Truck Week: The Commercial Tech Changing Camper Vans
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC, and welcome back to AVC Chronicles! Usually, you find us wandering around adventure vehicle expos and overlanding shows looking at the latest off-grid camper setups. But today, we are doing something a little different. We traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana...
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Review: Is the Wolfbox G900 Pro the Ultimate Van Visibility Hack?
Hey everyone, Matt here from AVC, and welcome back to the blog! Today we’re doing something a little different. We’re moving away from the cabinetry and power systems for a moment to talk about a piece of tech that has become a staple in almost...
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The Ultimate 2026 Ford Transit Ordering Guide: Build Your Dream Camper the Right Way
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC! Welcome back to the blog. Ordering a brand-new van is the most exciting—and nerve-wracking—part of the conversion journey. Every year, Ford tweaks the options: they add new tech, take away fan-favorite colors (RIP Avalanche Gray), and change what comes standard....
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Choosing the Right Foundation: A Guide to AVC Wall Kits
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC! Welcome back to the blog. One of the most frequent questions we get in the shop is: "What should I use for my van walls?" It’s a big decision. Your walls aren’t just the backdrop of your build; they...
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5 Years Later: The Maxx Fan Rust Check (And Why Your DIY Install is Fine)
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC and welcome back to AVC Chronicles! Today, we're doing a different kind of video—a little bit of an experiment. We have a van that was built here in 2020, which means its Maxxfan install is now five years old. We’re...
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Floor to Finish: A Complete Guide to AVC's Ford Transit Flooring Systems
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC and welcome back to the shop! The floor is the foundation of your entire van build. A great floor system provides insulation, noise reduction, and a solid, versatile base for everything you plan to put inside. Over the years, we've...
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Powering the Dream: Inside the EcoFlow Power Kit in Our 2025 Show Van
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC and welcome back to AVC Chronicles! Today, we're diving deep into the heart of our 2025 show van: its power system. After about six months of real-world use, we're thrilled to share our experience with the EcoFlow Power Kit....
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The Best of Adventure Van Expo: New Products & Innovative Ideas
Hey everybody, Matt here for AVC and welcome back to AVC Chronicles! We're fresh off of the Adventure Van Expo in Evergreen, Colorado – our home show! It's always a blast to be surrounded by the incredible van life community, and it's the perfect opportunity...
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Behind the Scenes: A Walkthrough of the AVC Rigs Booth at Adventure Van Expo!
Hey everyone, Matt here for AVC and welcome back to the channel! Recently, we had the incredible opportunity to showcase our latest innovations and build expertise at the Adventure Van Expo in Evergreen, Colorado – our home show! This was more than just an event;...
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