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DIY CAMPER VAN KITCHEN BUILD: The Perfect Solution for Small Spaces

2 April 2023 · 11 min · 98K views

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Constructing a custom kitchen module for a DIY Transit campervan begins with a SketchUp model and a detailed cut list.0:05 The frame consists of half-inch birch plywood, assembled using a Kreg pocket hole jig, wood glue, and pocket hole screws.0:26 Drawer slides are installed using spacers to ensure consistent alignment, while marine-grade latches secure the drawers during travel.2:18 The module houses a 2.3 cubic foot DC-powered Isotherm refrigerator, a sink with a seven-gallon gray water tank, and an induction cooktop.10:44 Under-cabinet LED lighting is wired through solderless connectors and powered by a switched Anderson port.4:10 The countertop is 1 1/4-inch thick butcher block, finished with Danish oil.6:24 The entire unit mounts to the van floor using 2-inch aluminum angle brackets secured to L-track.7:30 A 120-volt outlet is integrated into the module for appliances.8:13 The sink cutout is repurposed as a removable cutting board to maximize workspace.6:37

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