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  1. GntlStone

    Looking for a comprehensive solar power resource guide

    I'd highly recommend Will Prowse's site Mobile Solar for good advice and guides. There are really good breakdowns based on need. The product recommendations are pretty well researched. They go through an affiliate link, which you can use or not. Use the forum there for generally...
  2. GntlStone

    Cheap Chinese LifeP04 batteries?

    I've hear good things of Amy's cells in reading the forum over there. I also read alot of horror stories of people trying to buy direct from the AliBaba/AliExpress marketplaces, tales of vaporware batteries or worse. Are those the cells you recieved? Are they slightly bloated or is it just a...
  3. GntlStone

    New to participating in this forum

    Hi Sky, Thats just the standard "Welcome to the forum" post by the mods to say hi and remind you about the basig community guidelines. Welcome from me also! Hope you find us helpful and fun(ny). Be well.
  4. GntlStone

    The Box Truck Project

    Some of the newer USB are 3 or 5 amps if I remember correctly. They're for a larger power draw for phones and laptops that support a faster charge rate.
  5. GntlStone

    Lockable Storage in T1N Sprinter Recommendations

    Besides Sprinter specific forums for better suggestions, I'd consider putting slide bolts on the cargo and rear doors on the inside, bolted to the interior metal ribs. The kind used to close and latch fences closed. Something like this: Or I like the second one for the sliding door because...
  6. GntlStone

    FINDING YOUR TRIBE/CARAVAN

    Or be able to handle it satisfactorily if you do, to continue that thought. Starting small and working up to bigger challenges turns the mountain back into a molehill.
  7. GntlStone

    Experience with a Berkey Water Filter System

    If gas is $10/gal you better get out. Its only like $3.15 up here in NY. Be well & best wishes.
  8. GntlStone

    DYI: Vinyl Coated Polyester Bomb Proof Teepee Tent

    That's a video I'd quite enjoy watching. It sounds like a process that's useful for a variety of applications. Be well Mr Bob! Have a wonderful new year! Ps. Love your new rig! Thanks for inviting us in and showing us around.
  9. GntlStone

    AmboRV - Ambulance to RV project (and book!)

    I 💕 the vintage paint job. And the whole concept. I look forward to reading more about it.
  10. GntlStone

    is a futon mattress OK for vanlife?

    Did you just give us a valid reason for not making the bed? 😆
  11. GntlStone

    Slime in my drinking water!! FROM WHAT???

    This is where the Berkey filter system comes in handy. You put the tank water in and get safe, drinkable water out. You could also look into the LifeStraw (?) or similar system, which claims to purify stream water and is used by hikers.
  12. GntlStone

    Is there a huge battery that could last for a week with AC?

    I came across this. A bit rich for my blood, but half the price of the other one ansd only about 600lbs. 40 kwh battery and charger for electric boat - $25,000
  13. GntlStone

    need help building home-made Camper Shell for Mazda B3000

    Is that a Bambi? I 💕 Airstreams. I just saw a great YouTube video of Patrick from New Jersey Outdoor Adventures where he toured his newly renovated 1961 Bambi 1961 Bambi Tour
  14. GntlStone

    HELP: Condensation Problem & still very cold living inside my Truck Camper shell

    At Home Depot this afternoon I happened to see a large containe of DampRid for aboul $13. It's meant to refill the smaller starter containers($3), which I would also suggest picking up one or two of. DampRid Refillable Small Starter DampRid refill
  15. GntlStone

    is a futon mattress OK for vanlife?

    Donya, If you're in the southwest see if you can find a siding/stucco company that you can buy a length of "rain screen" from. Get as thick a screen as you can afford/find. Its meant to add an air gap to allow ventilation. I've seen other nomads use it below their mattress to help with moisture...
  16. GntlStone

    HELP: Condensation Problem & still very cold living inside my Truck Camper shell

    To keep yourself warmer you could also put a sheet of reflectix directly below your sleeping bag, which should help radiae some of your warmth back to your body. If you have any extra left.
  17. GntlStone

    New White Rice for Diabetics

    I was just at Aldi and came across a couple of rice substitutes. 90 Second ready to eat packages of organic Farro (14g protein) and another of Barley and Lentils (22g protein) @1.69 ea. Neither seem to have a ton of carbs/salt, but thats subject to personal dietary needs.
  18. GntlStone

    Thoughts on the Upcoming Bluetti Sodium-ion Power Station?

    Verey interesting. I'd like to see the specs and charge/discharge temp range.
  19. GntlStone

    Van or tent?

    Thats a class I'd like to attend.
  20. GntlStone

    Experience with a Berkey Water Filter System

    How about a DIY homemade Berkey? DIY Berkey
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