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    Painting the roof white

    I was thinking I'd have to go down to bare metal before adding the elastomeric coating. Probably should on my van anyways as the paint is peeling in places. Plus I have some rust issues on a small portion of one of my rain gutters that needs to be attended to first. Did you put it on with the...
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    Too Much Solar?

    Thanks for that reminder!
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    Painting the roof white

    Oh I'd love to see pics and know what the special primer is. I also have a dark van and was wanting to do this. Would like any other application tips you can think of.
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    Too Much Solar?

    I was thinking of going with AGM because of the off gassing issue and my asthma. After reading that so many newbies ruin their first set of batteries I looked more closely at the flooded golf cart batteries. Hopefully venting to outside will be adequate. As far as maintenance, I will put it in...
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    Feeling discouraged (angry, actually)

    I'm glad today looks brighter for you. Have you checked out free cycle or craigslist free in your area? I've been lucky and found a few things I could use, either temporarily or permanently, in the van. Just a thought.
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    Vent: Another one feeling discouraged.

    I hope today seems a bit brighter to you. I reread my post from yesterday and wanted to clarify/apologize. While I was writing my post you answered others with more details so maybe mine seemed way out in left field. Sometimes what I am trying to say and what I say are closely related and other...
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    2014 Chevy Express 2500 Van Build: Luisafernandes

    Ha Ha :P No, the item on the right side of the picture, closer to your driver's side of the van.
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    Vent: Another one feeling discouraged.

    I read this book a while back and found it soothing. I thought I'd pass it along. http://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/0861716264/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1429413840&sr=8-1&keywords=how+to+be+sick&dpPl=1&dpID=41LUPz0aOeL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
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    Vent: Another one feeling discouraged.

    Sounds like you have a lot going on. It's understandable to get discouraged and frustrated, especially when your body isn't cooperating with you. First off, I'm glad you are able to have healthcare now. I'm sorry that things are not clear. That sounds nerve racking. Unfortunately living just to...
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    Greetings all

    Hi Rustafo. I can't help with the rust issue. My 1995 van had such little amounts I was frankly surprised. It's an Oregon van but I believe it was probably garaged for a good portion of it's life. Since I didn't have to deal with it I'll learn from the responses you get. I really just wanted...
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    Folding bed / toggling bed / murphey bed for my van

    I've always had a fascination with murphy beds since I had one in an apartment. Your mattress looks really thick, or is that just the pics? I bet it's comfortable but heavy. Have you slept in your van yet with the new bed? If so, how was it? I always like to know why people decide to do this...
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    Not one of the cool kids...

    Nana - so glad to hear about your wonderful day! I bet you feel amazing. What an awesome start to your adventures this summer. I was at Lake Shasta years ago and loved it. I'm looking forward to returning this year or next. Cheers
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    Hi I'm new and I want to say Hello

    Welcome Suzikitty. I'm looking forward to seeing more pics of the after. I bet you are getting excited being in the homestretch of the project. Can't wait to hear about all your adventures. Cheers
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    2014 Chevy Express 2500 Van Build: Luisafernandes

    Thx for the written and pictorial story. Data is almost used up this month & I still have a week left [emoji33] Looks good up but sounds like a nightmare. That's an interesting item in the background of that last pic you posted. What is it? Cheers
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    Good reminder about topical ointments & pets

    http://www.fda.gov/Safety/MedWatch/SafetyInformation/SafetyAlertsforHumanMedicalProducts/ucm443386.htm?source=govdelivery&utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery Although this only refers to a specific NSAID, it was a good reminder to me that all topical meds are mixed for much bigger (human)...
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    Feeling discouraged (angry, actually)

    Other options: Spend build $ on mechanic & save for build. Just do very bare essentials now. Do build now while waiting on ex to help you with van. It's normal to get discouraged or angry when things don't go as planned. I do it too but then I try to remember to remind myself that it doesn't...
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    Starting the build

    Hold the command key and (@ same time) x = cut c = copy v = paste Command key on bottom left, looks like 4 leaf clover. There are other ways also but that's what I remember off top of my head without looking at a mac
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    Hillary becoming a van dweller.....?

    Not hard for me to believe. I took a 2nd job for a while at a coffee shop. A rather prominent politician came in one time. I was like, hey isn't that so & so. All I got was blank stares from my coworkers. Probably the same blank stare that was on my face when everyone around me got excited...
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    Two weeks in the ambo!

    I saw this reply & this is what I heard in my head : Probably before your time, but I had to look up Tail Spin as I'd never heard of it so I guess we're even [emoji6] Cheers
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    EI/MCS/Chemical reactivity /COPD

    The I can breathe website was interesting. Thanks for the link. I might try one out. It's certainly less 'scary' looking than the 1/2 face masks and I'd feel more comfortable wearing it in public. I think I'll try the activated carbon one. On the same site, under the resources link I found...
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