Recent content by becca

I very much appreciate everyone’s input, especially on security, reliability, insulation concerns (as I do enjoy visits to the mountains year round).   CRVL is consistently my favorite resource, because of members like you that share your knowledge. Gapper2 – thanks for sharing your experience...

C'mon Gid, tell us what you really think! :D  Seriously though, thank you for the guidance!  I have next to zero mechanical ability and have a tremendous respect for folks like you who do.

Very much appreciate your input; I didn't see this come through as I was writing my additional considerations post  :) What are your thoughts about mounting solar panels to the Dodge?

I'm a big fan of searching previous posts (part of why I have so few posts here!); my searches yesterday yielded no results -- yet behold the Possibly Related Threads below! *sigh* ah well . . . Some additional considerations: Solar:  I do have plans to install two panels on the roof (would...

Thank you much for your input and confirming my line of thinking of the Chevy being a relatively clean slate vs the removal of stuff from the Dodge.  I'm concerned about how well the 305 in the Chevy could handle a trailer going uphill.   The Dodge's much oxidized "red" color looks even more...

Good day! I'm looking for input, concerns, etc. between the top two candidates to become my camper/home on wheels: 1997 Chevrolet Express 2500 Cargo Van (dealer owned via trade, no service records available) asking $3495    5.0L V8 engine A plus is no side windows but windows in the back...

Sounds like you have put a lot of thought into this (and some excellent input from others). There are some financial (tax) benefits to renting out your house if the time comes and you have doubts about selling. One is that you can expense the depreciation over 27 years (based on your costs basis...

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Being able to research and learn here has been a huge help in keeping my attention focused on getting ready for what lies ahead, rather than lamenting the corporate bs that I am leaving behind.   The people closest to me, while they are generally supportive of my interest in this path, simply...

I feel drawn to a more nomadic lifestlye but, like many of us, I allowed myself to get swept up in owning a house and buying stuff.  I find the “tiny home” movement fascinating and enjoy reading minimalist-inspired (and survivalist) blogs.  I've started the process of paring down the stuff and...

I will be posting to the intro forum shortly, but this topic hit so close to home, so to speak, that I'll chime in here. I have found it helpful to remember that how we respond to a situation is far more important than the situation itself.  How we think and react makes the difference!  We can...

 Okay, this made me laugh.  So true, as one who has been on the receiving end of unfair (and unexpected) termination of employment.