Antoine

Co-founder, author, developer, and van geek at FarOutRide.com. Antoine graduated as an aerospace mechanical engineer and worked in the industry for several years. He eventually made the leap to a full-time life on the road in his self-built campervan, chasing his passions like mountain biking and skiing. Somewhere along the way he got obsessed with anything and everything related to vans, and today FarOutRide.com is considered one of the most trusted reference for DIY van conversions thanks to the fact-based guides and hands-on build experience.

July 15, 2026March 31, 2024 by Antoine

Our semi-DIY take on making a light weight, low cost, modular BIKE MOUNT that swings away when opening the back doors.

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In 2017, we sold our house (and everything in it), quit our engineering careers, and moved into our self-built campervan. Every day is an opportunity for a new adventure... We’re chasing our dreams, and hopefully it inspires others to do the same!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 15, 2026March 30, 2024 by Antoine

Can we use the BedRug Cargo Liner as drop-in insulation for the subfloor of our campervan conversion? Let’s find out!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 15, 2026March 30, 2024 by Antoine

How to remove the Ford Transit factory floor. Part numbers (OEM & aftermarket) for cargo mat, scuff plates, and wheelhouse covers.

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

August 14, 2026January 3, 2024 by Antoine

The Ford Transit can be ordered with the optional Upfitter Auxiliary Switches. Here is how to wire and use them!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

October 14, 2026October 5, 2023 by Antoine

Benefits, drawbacks, and real-world COST ANALYSIS of 12V vs 24V for small/medium/large electrical systems. No, 24V is not significantly cheaper!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 16, 2026August 4, 2023 by Antoine

Carry a larger spare tire than stock, get easier access to the spare tire, and frees up space underneath the van (for water tank or such).

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 15, 2026July 16, 2023 by Antoine

Offers additional gear-carrying capacity for bikes, MaxTrax, Rotopax, skis/snowboards, etc. Versatile, modular and easy to swap accessories!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 24, 2026June 6, 2023 by Antoine

Here is the solution we came up with to remotely fold up and down an antenna on the roof of our campervan. It allows us to tilt our WeBoost antenna up or down (90 degrees) by the press of a button inside our van, neat! This electric motorized system would also work with HAM radio … Read more

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 16, 2026February 4, 2023 by Antoine

December 2022 & January 2023 Van Conversion Build Update: Lagun Table Mount Plate, Nudge Bar, MPPT Calculator, Victron Shunt Enclosures, 3D Printed Thingies, Ford Transit Layout with Grid, and more!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 15, 2026February 1, 2023 by Antoine

A nudge bar protects the front bumper against minor impacts, allows to mount accessories (such as LED or antennas), and improve the look of our van. It has a minimalist design, is easy to install and light-weight. Let’s go!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

September 1, 2026January 11, 2023 by Antoine

Here is a quick & easy way to install a LAGUN TABLE to the Ford Transit passenger or driver seat. Step-by-step instructions & list of material inside!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 17, 2026November 30, 2022 by Antoine

Here is the November 2022 Update: threaded inserts guide, Builder’s Dashboard, Lagun Table prototype, and more!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

May 8, 2026November 16, 2022 by Antoine

Threaded inserts such as cross nuts and rivet nuts allow to add strong, reusable threads to thin sheet metal. They also help prevent rust. A must for van conversions. Learn why!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 16, 2026November 6, 2022 by Antoine

This month we’re celebrating the first anniversary of our second van conversion. Let’s make a recap of what we did and what’s coming!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 15, 2026November 4, 2022 by Antoine

All the technical features & specifications of the Ford Transit Trail 2023. Clear and concise, no marketing sales pitch. Hope this helps!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

August 20, 2026October 25, 2022 by Antoine

We mapped and classified all factory holes found in the Ford Transit cargo area. This is useful to select the correct size of insert or bolt!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 15, 2026July 4, 2022 by Antoine

Upgrading the wheels can have significant impact on performance, handling, and look. The Method MR703 wheels paired with KO2 tires look absolutely stunning on our AWD Transit!

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

September 1, 2026June 22, 2022 by Antoine

Clever way of adding kids bunk beds to the cabin of a campervan/RV/motorhome! Install/remove in seconds, no drill, compact storage.

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

October 10, 2026March 23, 2022 by Antoine

A roof rack is a great way of adding real estate to the roof of your Ford Transit, Sprinter van, or Ram ProMaster! It’s also a safe and easy way to attach accessories such as solar panels, storage box, awning, etc. Fortunately, there are now aluminum roof racks designed for DIY’ers like us: these racks are modular (adapt to any roof layout), low profile (aerodynamic), and fairly priced.

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VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide

July 22, 2026February 24, 2022 by Antoine

A down-to-earth TOOL LIST for DIY camper van conversion. The essential and not-so-essential tools that make our build easier and better.

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Campervan-HQ EcoFlow power kits: 10% off with FAROUTRIDE10 | Our install guide
VanMadeGear insulated window covers: 5% off with farout2026 | Our test
Rapid3D van scans and 3D models: 10% off scans with FarOutRide, 5% off models with FarOutModel | How we used it
Vancillary headliner shelf: 10% off with ANTOINE | Our install guide
Lolo Racks bike racks: $40 off with FarOutRide | Our install guide
Starlink Residential and Roam plans: one month free | Our install guide