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    off grid home for sale

    Wish I still had my 40 acres in Marion county. Paid $500 an acre for that. Ex-wife number two got it.
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    No More 122 degree Inferno - Almost

    My van looked like a major skin cancer when I got it. Peeling gray paint and surface rust. It's now painted with white Behr reflective roof paint which I rolled on. The temp difference is amazing. The paint job is good from afar but far from good.
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    What kind of 2.5" bug is this????

    I hope I never find one of those in my van.
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    pepper spray?

    Well I'll be. Thanks Johnny b.
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    For Dodge van fans: Japanese van racing

    Haven't logged any miles to speak of either way. I knew about the tippy issue and saw how far in my rear tires were so I spent the money. If nothing else the rear tires look more like I think they should.
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    pepper spray?

    I can't answer your question but- For your vehicle I would recommend a can of the wasp and hornet spray that shoots 20 feet. Not considered a weapon but I imagine a face shot of that stuff would slow a person down.
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    Need prayer & good thoughts.

    Good news Jackson! Sorry about the cat, tho.
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    Raising the roof of a Dodge Caravan

    Perhaps the top of an old VW beetle? Give t a retro vibe.
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    What is under this mystery floor hatch, and how to remove it to see?

    Do not open that until Geraldo gets there.
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    Window Covers - Reflectix and Felt

    Thanks for the Velcro tip!
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    For Dodge van fans: Japanese van racing

    leslymill I have the same van as you do. I bought a pair of 2 inch wide spacers for the rear wheels from Rough Country. The spacers go between the rear wheels and the brake drums. When installed the rear track is four inches wider. Notice how far in your rear wheels are? With the spacers mine...
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    1976 Alaskan Camper

    That is sweet. Glad this has worked out for you.
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    Committed or trying it out?

    My van is nearly done and I will leave when the weather cools off. For me it's probably more a means to an end. I would like to move to Mexico and wanted a vehicle to explore with. I can't see myself living full time in this van. I would have to have something I can stand in. Plus I have a...
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    Hatch Bug Net

    Nice work. I hate skeeters!
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