Ask Vandyman · Phase 1 preview

AI-guided answers,
human-backed.

Ask a question about your build and get clear, practical direction. Get oriented, understand your options, and find the right next step. When the decision matters, speak directly with Chad.

ASK VANDYMAN · ONLINE
Hey, I'm Vandyman. What are you building?
Tell me about your van, your budget, and how you want to use it, and I'll point you to the right next step. No question is too basic. For anything safety-critical, I'll hand you to a qualified pro and to Chad.

A real human is one click away, anytime.

Talk to Chad

Preview only. The live assistant is in development. Today your questions route to Chad and the Build Studio so you still get real help.

Need compatible parts? Ask what fits before you buy, then browse Parts & Kits by system.

What it helps with

Planning, education, and decision support.

01

Planning & sequencing

What to decide first and what order to build in.

02

Product & category guidance

What kind of part fits your build, vendor-neutral.

03

Decision support

Trade-offs in plain language so you can choose.

04

When to get help

It tells you when a pro or Chad should weigh in.

05

Layout & systems

Electrical, water, heat, layout, storage, internet.

06

Budget reality

What to skip and what not to overbuild.

What it does not do. Ask Vandyman is for planning, education, and decision support. It is not a certified electrical, propane/gas, structural, legal, insurance, or vehicle-compliance plan, and it does not replace a professional installer, electrician, gas fitter, or inspection. For anything safety-critical, it points you to a qualified professional and to Chad.

When to speak with Chad

The AI gets you oriented. Chad gets you certain.

Some decisions are worth a human expert before you spend money or commit.

Escalate when
  • You're about to buy parts and want the plan checked
  • You need judgment on a trade-off, not just options
  • Your build is stalled and needs a full review
  • Anything safety-critical: electrical, gas, plumbing, structural, vehicle mods
Safety and fitment. Vandyman guides and tools are for planning, education, and decision support. They are not certified electrical, propane/gas, structural, legal, insurance, or vehicle-compliance plans. Safety-critical electrical, gas/propane, structural, heating/ventilation, and vehicle modifications should be checked by qualified professionals where required. When a decision matters, speak with Chad.

Start with a question. Leave with a plan.