Van Windows: Installation Made Easy (FULL TUTORIAL)

 Published On May 1, 2022

This video will show you how we installed 3 BIG windows in our camper van conversion to bring in light and a cool breeze.

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These are the sizes of windows we used in this video:
➤Driver Front: 450mm x 900 mm
➤Driver Rear Bunk: 1100mm x 300mm
➤Passenger Rear Bunk: 1100mm x 300mm
➤Wall Thickness: 35-44mm / 1.38" - 1 3/4"

Special thanks to Tern Overland for sponsoring this video. Want to support companies who support the free-to-you tutorials we make here at EXPLORIST.life and get some high quality windows at the same time? Consider using Tern Overland windows in your next build.

These are the Satsang Vanworks Trim Rings we used in this video. Use code 'EXPLORIST.life' for 5% off your purchase.
➤450mm x 900mm x 2.8": https://satsangvanworks.com/products/...
➤1100mm x 300mm x 2.8": https://satsangvanworks.com/products/...

Stay tuned to this series as the Satsang Outer Trim ring installation will be featured in our 'How to Install Walls' video of this build.

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00:00 Introduction
00:24 Arctic Tern Window Information
01:37 Tools Needed to Install the Windows
02:29 Unboxing the Windows
03:22 Making a Template
05:05 Marking Window Hole Location
08:45 Cutting the Hole for the Window
09:46 Installing Spacer Ring
10:22 Trimming Body Supports for Spacer Ring
10:50 Treating Window Hole for Rust Prevention
11:20 Window Screw Lengths Explained
12:58 Installing the Window Spacer Ring
13:23 Installing the ACTUAL Window
15:04 Explaining Window 'Compression'
15:29 How the Window Works & Features
15:58 Blinds and Inner Sash Installation
17:40 Finished Pics & Outro

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