In episode 3 of Van Life Lab, we dig into the three most common chassises people choose from vanlife.   We talk about their similarities, their differences, their pros, and their cons.  And, we provide you with a framework of questions you can ask yourself so that you can choose what is best for you!

Resources Mentioned:

How to Install Flares to Make Your Rig Wider
Step by Step: How to Build a Camper Van


Timestamps:
03:00: First questions to ask yourself

Will you be full time or part time van life?
How many people will be in your rig?
How many pets will you travel with (and how big are they)?

04:56: New vs. Used Considerations
07:00: How much did we spend on our three conversions + rigs?
10:20: Drive Train + Roof Height Considerations
17:22 - end: Mercedes Sprinter vs. Ram Promaster vs. Ford Transit

Wheelbases (WB) 
Extended Wheelbases (EXT)
Departure Angles
Drive Train (2WD, AWD, 4WD)
Gas vs. Diesel 
Roof Heights (low, medium, high)
Chassis Widths
Costs (upfront + continual)
Curvatures and ease of van building 
Serviceability and cost of maintenance 

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