3M Thinsulate Insulation | Ram ProMaster Van Build Series 8 | Van Life | Solo Female Traveler

In this video I show how I insulated the inside of my van with 3M Thinsulate. This will help with climate control and sound deadening the van.

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Timecodes
0:00 - Intro
0:34 - Why I Choose 3M Thinsualte for my Insulation
0:47 - Reason 1: Acoustic Sound Barrier
1:22 - Reason 2: Thermal Properties
1:56 - Reason 3: Hydrophobic
2:25 - Reason 4: Doesn't Attract Bugs
2:53 - Reason 5: Non-Toxic
3:30 - Reason 6: Easy to Install
6:05 - Reason 7: Longevity
6:47 - Reason 8: Lightweight
7:33 - Cons of 3M Thinsulate
8:11 - Little Rant About Climate Control in a Van
9:30 - Product and Tools
10:14 - First Look at the 3M Thinsulate
10:33 - Covering Bunk Windows for Protection
10:42 - High Overview of how to Install the 3M Thinsulate
11:48 - Tips for Insulating
12:35 - Insulating the Vertical Ribs
13:09 - Insulating the Horizontal Ribs
14:10 - Insulating the Walls
15:43 - Insulating the Ceiling
16:26 - Insulating the Sliding and Back Doors
19:04 - Insulating the Center Beams
19:20 - Insulating the Wheel Wells
20:12 - Insulating the Rear Door Frame
21:18 - Removing the Black Foam Objects Near the Headliner
22:22 - Insulating the Sliding Door Frame
22:39 - Insulating the Headliner
23:52 - How Much Insulation and Adhesive I Used
24:26 - Recap of Where I Insulated
26:18 - Closing

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Disclaimer: I am not a professional. This information is what I have gathered from my own research on the topic and is only intended for reference. Further research should be conducted for your specific project based on your needs. Please note, not everything you see online is the correct nor the only way to do something. Contact a professional if in doubt as following an incorrect procedure could lead to a dangerous and ineffective result.

[PKsVanlife]

I started using scissors for cutting my thinsulate and hated how my hand got tired. I tried using a standard turkey carving knife and it was a game changer. I zipped through the thinsulate like butter. I know you have finished this activity but maybe another viewer can benefit from my experience.
I love your videos. Your detailed explanations of your processes are so informative. Thank you so much!

[ChocolateManInThailand]

How does this only have 5k views? It's easily one of the best vanlife insulation videos on the net. Completely fair, unbiased, and comprehensive. Great job!

[joe]

You're to be commended on your tutorials. They're well written, very thorough and presented professionally. You speak clearly and at a good pace to be fully understood. Thank you for your insights.

[CeruleanSky]

Hands down the BEST video tutorial on this subject! Thank you!

[philstreeter]

Lauren, you do a great job explaining everything.

[shellyblessings]

This is probably the 5th time I've watched this video. You are fantastic at instructions. I'm in the process of purchasing my van and I decided to forego using kilmat and just use Thinsulate. I'm going to use all your videos for my build. Thank you!

[annesnyder]

Thanks for this video. It is simple but gave me the confidence to tackle my project. Well done.

[marybethmatterfis]

This is the best DIY Van Build instructional video I have ever watched. Clear, concise, simple, step by step with some important little bits of info you don’t see in other videos covering this same topic. I have wanted to do a van for so long, and when I do Lauren will be my go to for ideas & instructions. Thank you Lauren‼️

[TheRentVeil]

Good job, Lauren! I’ve watched countless van build product videos and you have definitely given the van community a top tier information video to learn from.

[AXavier]

I absolutely love your videos. They’re incredibly helpful even more so than you think and the little tips and tricks are an ENORMOUS help. Thank you so much for posting these and I have to say it’s SO better than most professional do it yourself videos that I’ve seen absolutely love your contact again thank you thank you thank you.😊

[natemalnaa]

As far as the windshield goes you can get a clear tint put on to where it blocks the heat and uv rays from entering your vehicle and helps keep your dash 33° cooler. You can also use them on any other windows in you want 👍

[jetv]

Paisley’s tail wag sped up is priceless ❤❤❤❤❤😍😍😍

[imrikkibobbi]

did the van life in 2017, designed and build of my van including insulation and water proofing and you are the 1st person that did not ignore the realities of insulation and what it brings to the game, the only thing you did not mention but I found to be a significant addition is a Flettner fan, that is the one thing I did not do and wish I did because of it being self powered, one thing you might add down the road I found after a lot of experimenting is making your own AC/Heat devices based of Peltier ... the cost is so low and 100% can be solar powered is insane, that most van build people totally gloss over and ignore insulation is beyond I did rigid foam board but the cracks and spaces it would not fit I used spray foam, as you say and explain quite well, there is not 1 perfect solution, my van did good (but knowing now what I know I would have been in heaven) was a life saver at Burning Man

[Encyphix]

Excellent production value, super instructional. I think what I like the most is that you did your research and, importantly, EXPLAINED the results of that research in the vid - saved me some time & trouble. Thanks for that! Subbed!

[cepholopod]

Love the Nike's....Blue becomes you.

[johnnysanchez]

This girl is a very good teacher! Scientific mind very intelligent

[bigtex]

Great video. I helped a friend insulate his van. He used the thinsulate but he also used reflextics and it is good.

[jorge]

Your OCD is very much appreciated. Thank for you for the very detailed videos. Can't wait to see the next one.

[jasonjones]

I like your videos because they are full of good information.Thanks for posting them.

[warrenscorner]

I can’t believe how tough Thinsulate is. To do my roof ribs I fed a wire through the rib and zip tied it to the Thinsulate. Pulling it through was kinda tough in some spots but the Thinsulate did not tear.