FAQ - Camper Wiki - Answers to your questions

The long wheelbase has an additional seating element or box measuring 38h x 40w x 30l. There is a larger wardrobe with 2 doors behind the driver's seat. The floor plate is in three parts for convenient installation and removal.

Yes, that is basically possible. You just need a new base plate. If you switch from the lR to the kR, you will need a smaller cabinet. 

Yes, you can freely design the module (the bodies, the work surface, the kitchen back wall and the floor) in any color. There are various furniture colors and wood decors available for an additional charge.

Which wood is used in the "Good Life Van"?
In Modul One, birch multiplex wood with a thickness of 15 mm is used. The panels are coated with HPL decors from Egger. Fenix or even real wood veneer can also be used on request.

In conventional camper conversions you will find MDF, multiplex made of birch and poplar or panels made of composite materials. Each material has advantages and disadvantages. It is important to explain why manufacturers choose certain materials and what is actually important for you. In addition to the carrier panels, there are various coatings that come in a wide variety of decorations.

basics
When it comes to motorhomes, the issue of weight is often the main focus. Contrary to marketing, this is not really about saving fuel, but rather about the permissible total weight of your vehicle. It is also clear that light does not necessarily mean stable and durable. The permissible total weight is so crucial because most users only have a driving license for up to 3.5t, or prefer a vehicle up to 3.5t for tax/toll reasons etc. The issue of lightweight construction is therefore of the utmost importance, especially for fully and partially integrated vehicles, as these quickly reach this weight limit.
With our module, you won't have any problems with the permissible total weight or the payload. It is therefore perfectly clear that we have chosen materials that offer the best stability and durability.

differences
MDF - medium density fiberboard is made of shredded wood that is glued and pressed into panels. It has a higher bending and breaking strength than, for example, chipboard. If MDF is screwed together, the screws can lose their secure hold in the material due to vibrations. It is therefore important to work with such materials using high-quality furniture connectors that are milled into the panels. The higher-quality alternative to MDF is CDF - this is a high-density fiberboard that has a higher density.

Multiplex birch/poplar – Multiplex panels are veneer plywood panels that consist of equally thick layers of glued veneer. If the top and bottom are additionally coated with a phenolic resin, it is called a screen-printed panel.
Screw connections hold much better in multiplex boards than in MDF. Birch multiplex is also glued in a waterproof manner and is therefore particularly suitable for the base plate. Poplar multiplex is much lighter than birch, but it is also quite a bit softer, which has a negative effect on the stability and screw connections. We use poplar multiplex for components where we can save weight and where we do not need the stability of a birch multiplex board.

Composite panels - These are made either from hollow profiles or with foam fillings. Although they produce very light panels, processing them only makes sense for certain quantities, as the edge design in particular is complex. These panels are rarely used by smaller builders. They are now the norm for fully and partially integrated vehicles, as only with such panels can the weight be kept under 3.5 t. In terms of load-bearing capacity, indoor climate, ecological balance and durability of the hinges, these panels are rather modest.

• 2 people (driver and passenger seat)
• 3 people (driver's seat and passenger double seat)
• 3 people (driver's seat, passenger seat, optional TÜV-approved seat from Schnierle in the back)
• 4 people (driver's seat, passenger double seat, optional TÜV-approved seat from Schnierle at the rear)
• 5 people (driver's seat, passenger double seat, optionally 2 TÜV-approved seats from Schnierle in the rear)

Danger:
• The module cannot be put into sleep mode in the 5-person version! The use by 5 people is therefore intended more for everyday use than for camping.
• With a short wheelbase, a rotating device is mandatory when using a double seat!

Thanks to the modular design, your vehicle remains completely untouched. You can simply remove the module and put your seats back in.
If you wish, we can make the front part of the base plate removable so that you can use your existing single seat without having to remove the module. 

A rotating unit is only obligatory if you have a double bench seat in the front. However, we also think that a rotating passenger seat is absolutely sensible and recommendable - no matter what vehicle you have. A rotating driver's seat is a "nice to have".

If you camp mainly in the summer, you don't necessarily need a parking heater, but it is highly recommended for all other seasons. For the camper, you need an air parking heater. A water parking heater is not suitable for the camper. If your bus doesn't have a heater yet, it can be easily retrofitted at any time - completely independently of our module.

With the ONE module, it is possible to register it as a motorhome. The One module can also be declared as cargo. As standard, we sell the One module so that it counts as cargo. 

Our module is not permanently installed in the vehicle and is therefore considered a load that must be secured in accordance with load securing criteria. It therefore does not require a TÜV inspection or registration. The module is attached to the vehicle-specific lashing points. If the module is installed for a motorhome registration, the normal TÜV inspection applies.

If you have an air heater, we think that standard vehicles are adequate for outside temperatures of up to 3 degrees. Of course, with an appropriate sleeping bag you can also spend the night in the camper in sub-zero temperatures. If you want to travel frequently between October and March, we recommend complete insulation.

All of our floor panels are already insulated as standard with 6 mm NMC Insul Roll, regardless of your base vehicle. In combination with your rubber/carpet or your standard panel, this is sufficient. If you have a van with a sheet metal floor, we can increase the insulation as required.

The glazing of your vehicle depends on the configuration. There is standard glazing and insulated glazing. Both options are fine for the months April to October. If you want to convert your bus into a camper permanently, you should either pay attention to insulated glazing or even consider doing without one or two windows. For example, you could insulate the entire driver's side and only install a rear window and a sliding door window. The smaller the window area, the better the insulation.

With a pure van, you can easily insulate the entire vehicle. With vehicles that have a roof lining installed, it's not so easy. Here you have to differentiate between a normal roof lining and an air-conditioned roof lining. With a normal roof lining, you could add insulation.

Many people swear by Armaflex. We use NMC Insul Roll because it smells less and creates a more pleasant indoor climate. We consider this more important than "theoretically" better insulation values.

Yes, you can insulate your bus yourself. Insulating is actually a simple job that you can easily do yourself and save money at the same time.

A distinction is made between thermal insulation and noise insulation. Alubutyl is available as a self-adhesive material. It is used to dampen the sound of body parts. Often you see this material glued over the entire surface. This is not necessary. The function of minimizing vibrations in the bodywork is also achieved by using parts. It is important to also glue the wheel arch.

For vehicles with existing side panels:
The existing side paneling is reinstalled after the insulation process.

For vehicles without side panels:
For most vehicles, there are ready-made side panel panels made of wood or composite materials that can be ordered to fit and attached to the original points. These panels can either be left in their raw state or covered with vehicle felt or vehicle upholstery fabrics.

In addition to the above mentioned design, there is the question of the body parts that cannot be covered by the panels. For example, the window pillars and parapets. The only option here is to work with vehicle felt, as this can be glued directly to the sheet metal and, due to its rough texture, allows a visual transition to the window edge.

In addition to the starter battery, your bus needs a supply battery. In most cases, the supply battery is installed under the driver's seat. If this is available, the module can be connected directly to it.

You can have a battery installed either by us or by any car repair shop. We recommend AGM or lithium batteries. Alternatively, the module can also be connected to a power pack - this is particularly interesting for leased vehicles, as there is no need for permanent installation.

Newer vehicles cannot charge the supply battery optimally. This is related to the Euro standards. Simply put, the vehicle interrupts the charging process at every opportunity to save energy and also does not provide a constant charging current. If you want to use the capacity of your batteries sensibly and permanently, you need a charging booster. Alternatively, for some vehicles we offer the option of optimizing the charging of the additional battery directly via the vehicle software.

The lifespan of your batteries drops rapidly as soon as certain voltages are exceeded - up to and including total failure. In our opinion, deep discharge protection is a useful accessory that can significantly increase the lifespan of your battery.

An inverter turns 12 volts into 230 volts. This means you get a normal socket in your camper. Inverters are available for different power outputs. So you have to consider whether you want this at all and which devices you want to use with it. We can install a suitable inverter accordingly.

If you often go to a campsite or don't use your vehicle for long periods of time, a shore power connection is a useful accessory. The cable is installed under the hood - optionally there is also a small Defa connection installed in the radiator grille. In addition to constant power in the camper, you can also charge the batteries at the same time.

We have demonstration vehicles at various locations. Please arrange a viewing appointment by phone or email. Alternatively, you can visit us at the most important camping trade fairs in Düsseldorf, Munich, Stuttgart and Bern.

Go to our configurator and build your ONE module according to your wishes and ideas. At the end you can send us your configuration as a request. We will check your information and contact you to discuss the final details. Once all points have been clarified, we will send you a summary again. As soon as we have your "OK", you will receive the order confirmation from us and we will start producing your individual ONE module.

You can also configure the Camperbox TWO online. You then have two options. Either you pick it up from us or we send it to you via a shipping company.

Your ONE module is manufactured in Augsburg or Ulm. There you can also have us install the ONE module directly into your bus. For logistical reasons, we cannot offer shipping for our ONE module. Shipping is only possible for the Camperbox TWO.

If you order your Camperbox TWO online from us and have it delivered by a courier, you have a 14-day right of cancellation. You will be given the details during the purchase process. The ONE module is a custom-made product that is manufactured according to your configuration. There is no possibility of cancellation here.  
Please also note our Terms and Conditions.

The delivery time is usually between 6 and 12 weeks. In high season it can take up to 4 months. We can give you an exact date after receiving your request.

The deposit for the ONE module is 35% of the purchase price and is due when the order is placed. The remaining 65% must be received in our account before the goods are picked up. The Camperbox TWO must be paid for 100%. If you do not want to pay in advance, you can also pick up the Camperbox TWO from us and then pay by real-time transfer.