Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
This is part two on building these camper van upper cabinets. This is a way too detailed explanation of making and installing the doors, hinges, and door latches.
Downloadable cabinet build plans available here:
mosermakes.com/articles/campervan-uppercabinet
Cabinet Parts and tools:
Hinges: ikea.com/us/en/p/utrusta-hinge-w-damper-for-horizontal-door-white-80465415
Compression latches: amzn.to/4hIEiw8
Latch catch plate: woodworkerexpress.com/wardrobe-locks-cylinder-bodies-wardrobe-lock-cylinder-bodiess-3-4-material-10759380.html
Combination square:
(Amazon links are affiliate links which I earn a small commission from - thanks for your support!)
Chapters:
00:00 Overview
02:25 Hinge installation
04:30 Hinge bracket template
09:44 Latch installation
12:24 Fine tuning
#diycamper #vanlife #vanconversion
This is part two on building these camper van upper cabinets. This is a way too detailed explanation of making and installing the doors, hinges, and door latches.
Downloadable cabinet build plans available here:
mosermakes.com/articles/campervan-uppercabinet
Cabinet Parts and tools:
Hinges: ikea.com/us/en/p/utrusta-hinge-w-damper-for-horizontal-door-white-80465415
Compression latches: amzn.to/4hIEiw8
Latch catch plate: woodworkerexpress.com/wardrobe-locks-cylinder-bodies-wardrobe-lock-cylinder-bodiess-3-4-material-10759380.html
Combination square:
(Amazon links are affiliate links which I earn a small commission from - thanks for your support!)
Chapters:
00:00 Overview
02:25 Hinge installation
04:30 Hinge bracket template
09:44 Latch installation
12:24 Fine tuning
#diycamper #vanlife #vanconversion









![Electrical Tools You’ll Actually Use in a Van Build
Wiring a camper van? These are the essential tools I used to build out a full electrical system—from cutting thick battery cables to crimping small connectors. I’ll walk you through each tool, explain what it’s for, and share some pro tips for clean, safe installs. Whether you’re a first-time DIYer or just checking your gear list, this video will help you get it right the first time.
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🛠️ **Essential Electrical Tools:**
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Chapters:
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00:39 Cutting tools
01:49 Stripping tools
02:57 Crimping tools
05:24 Heat gun
05:34 Multimeter
05:55 Common tools
06:26 Torque wrench
07:19 Cable management
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