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  1. J

    Getting on the road

    <span id="post_message_1278891386">Where will I park? ---- Any where it is legal. Check this forum for stealth and boondocking and primitive. <br><br>What if I sell my stuff and then change my mind? ---- Store it for a while.<br><br>Will I be safe? I'm a single 52 year old female. ----- read the...
  2. J

    Extra Water Tanks in Pickup Bed/Tow Vehicle

    The pop-up slide-in's trouck camper save about 2 feet and only about a foot higher. You are driving a tall van. The FWT and ATC are designed to handle rough roads without damage. Used prices are about 5% less per year old.<br><br>Any RV you decide on will have wind problems. Using a van or truck...
  3. J

    calculating wire size

    You write much better than I do. Voltage drop is when the wire resistance with the amps go through causes the voltage to drop and heats up the wires. <br><br>There is stories on boats when raising the anchor requires so may amps that the wires catch afire. <br><br>Welcome to the world of...
  4. J

    Extra Water Tanks in Pickup Bed/Tow Vehicle

    "Sawyer" is a filter system. Check REI's site for info's.<br>http://www.rei.com/product/801824/sawyer-3-way-inline-water-filter<br>One of the best if you can backflush correctly.<br><br>This is a cheep RV living site. Go with the truck and Slide in. Look for a FWC or ATC slide in to replace...
  5. J

    Real Address for the DMV ::: Where did I see that string?

    I use a mail forwarder.&nbsp; a PMB and somebody is there all the time to take packages and sign for stuff. In Fl, and UPS is all they want.<br><br>James AKA Lynx
  6. J

    What Bank to Choose

    I suggest you have 2 accounts in different banks. Just in case your account gets frozen. Lots of banks offer "Free" accounts with no monthly fees.<br><br>Always have enough cash for a month expenses. Never carry more cash that you are going to spend that day. Most banks are not careful about...
  7. J

    calculating wire size

    You do not have enough data. Find out what "Voltage Drop" is. Find out what your peak charging amps is. You have to do the calculations for the entire length of the wire, coming and going. That is like - 16 feet to the battery and 16 feet back. 32 feet total to calculate the voltage drop wire...
  8. J

    The future of Stealth Parking

    When President Carter put out a profile of bad guys, My privacy went away. After that I have always had the police called on me wherever I go unless I have visited the same store several times. It is surprising how many people have warrants that call the police on me.&nbsp; Right now the Police...
  9. J

    Powerhouse inverter

    Note - from my understanding every 10 decibels is 2x louder. <br><br>Big debate between Honda and Yamaha gens. About the same except Honda has more accessories.
  10. J

    Doing dishes with spray bottles

    Bleach will decay quickly, less than 8 hrs if open to air. Don't really need it. Vinegar and Liquid cloths detergent to disenfect. Staying healthy and eating right also works.<br><br>James AKA Lynx
  11. J

    River roads

    Erie Canal<br><br>ICW???<br><br>Better on the water.
  12. J

    What is the most useful thing in your van?

    That is really hard to say. <br><br>My bed frame Because it stays 16 inches off the floor for storage space and is quite strong. <br><br>Use it every day for 8+ hrs when camping in the van.<br><br>James AKA Lynx
  13. J

    Help Me With A Build

    Please post what you want done.
  14. J

    shower solution.

    Easier to do on your knees. Don't have a high top to stand up in.<img src="/images/boards/smilies/rolleyes.gif" class="emoticon bbc_img">
  15. J

    How do you know when

    BEST!! <br><br>James AKA Lynx
  16. J

    so much for making plans...

    I have so much storage space in my van I do not think I will need a Travel Trailer. Just way to much hassle. Just get a storage unit. IF you think you will need some if it. Work it out with a friend or a mail forwader to retrieve and send.
  17. J

    Does anyone regret tossing the passenger seat?

    On your seat, did you unbolt the seat from the floor or the base right under the slide adjusters?<br><br>I turn mine around by unbolting by the 4 small nuts under the side adjuster inside the base hole.<br><br>James AKA Lynx
  18. J

    shower solution.

    Use a child swimming pool or just put a small mat down. If inside the van use the swimming pool. <br><br>Really do not see a big deal about this. Sometimes you sponge bath and others you use an outdoor shower or sprayer if private enough. After a while you get used to the life...
  19. J

    Have decided on my first Van, need advice on engine please

    A lot depends on you. Have you worked on cars before? Can you read the manual and do the job if it requires simple tools?<br><br>Careful on vans that have been sitting for more than 6 months.<br><br>All vans can be very good and all can be very bad. Rear wheel drive and a V8. Make sure the check...
  20. J

    Doing dishes with spray bottles

    I have trouble getting all of the soap off. So it is a choice of leaving food or soap. It me, the food can be boiled clean, the soap cannot. <br><br>Your choice.<br>James AKA Lynx
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