Mike’s Van Build: A Vanlife Outfitters Podcast
The podcast that takes you inside every stage of a custom van build — with real stories, practical tips, and plenty of vanlife inspiration.
Follow along as Vanlife Outfitters’ own Mike Lyons documents every step of his custom Sprinter van build — from bare metal to adventure-ready home on wheels. In this entertaining van build podcast, you’ll hear stories, insights, and lessons learned from the road, plus behind-the-scenes details on electrical systems, layouts, cabinetry, and all the gear that makes vanlife possible. Whether you’re dreaming of vanlife, planning your own DIY camper van conversion, or just curious how pros transform a van, this series is packed with inspiration, practical tips, and plenty of laughs. Join us for the ultimate van build journey — one stage, one story, and one big step closer to your dream rig.
Episodes
9 episodes
Episode 9: The Grand Reveal | Mike’s Van Build 🚐
In the final episode of Mike’s Van Build Podcast, Mike and Amy return to Site Seven for the big reveal of their completed adventure van.After months of design, fabrication, and anticipation, they finally step i...
Episode 8: Designing for Two | Mike’s Van Build 🚐
In this episode of Mike’s Van Build Podcast, Mike and Amy share what it’s really like to design and live in a camper van for two. From choosing flexible furniture layouts to finding ways to make a small space feel warm an...
Episode 7: Outfitting the Outside | Mike’s Van Build 🚐🔨
A van build isn’t complete without the right exterior upgrades. In this episode of Mike’s Van Build Podcast, Mike shares how his Sprinter went from a plain metal shell to an adventure-ready rig thanks to a full suite of exterior...
Episode 6: Powering Up | Mike's Van Build ⚡🚐
Episode 6 – Custom Camper Van Interiors: Smart Layouts, Hidden Storage & Bike-Friendly DesignFrom framing to function: How custom van design transforms space into livable vanlife comfort.In this episod...
Episode 5: Framing the Future | Mike’s Van Build 🚐🔨
The framing stage of Mike’s Sprinter van build — structure, systems, and space planning revealed.In Episode 5 of Mike’s Van Build, the transformation takes a major leap forward. Mike and the Site Seven team move into th...
Episode 4: Prepping for the Big Transformation | Mike’s Van Build 🚐🔧
From layout to lighting, discover how smart design transforms a small van into a cozy home for two.In Episode 4 of Mike’s Van Build, the focus shifts to one of the most important stages of any conversion: design. H...
Episode 3: Van Build Dream Team at Site Seven | Mike’s Van Build 🚐🔧
In Episode 3 of Mike’s Van Build, the journey reaches a major milestone: the handoff. Mike delivers his brand-new Sprinter to the Site Seven shop, where the pros will begin turning it into a fully customized adventure rig.
Episode 2: The Shopping Spree | Mike’s Van Build 🚐✨
In Episode 2 of Mike’s Van Build, Mike heads into the Vanlife Outfitters warehouse for the ultimate shopping spree. From flooring and insulation to a massive battery bank, rooftop AC, fridge, and more, he picks out the ge...
Episode 1: From Eurovan to Sprinter Dream Rig | Mike’s Van Build 🚐✨
What happens when you buy a brand-new Sprinter van… and hand it over to pros without a single plan?In this first episode of Mike’s Van Build, VLO’s own Mike Lyons shares his vanlife journey — from childhood camping in a VW bus, to 14 months...
