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  In South Africa they call that Pap (pronounced like pop, not cap).  The attached pic is Pap and an absolutely awesome sausage called Borevors...man there are some things I miss from my time in South Africa.  You can get Borevors here...but you have to special order it and it's about $15/pound...

I'll never be able to afford it, but damn this is beastly!! https://robbreport.com/motors/cars/storyteller-overland-beast-mode-4x4-adventure-van-1234635885/

Nice! Hoping to get a Caravan myself (with the stowaway seats) for the extra storage. I like the storage box at the back! Might do that myself and use it as my garage!

Ok, after advice and doing some research I have altered my proposed setup, but have a few questions.   I realize much depends on my needs based on what I plan on using, which haven't really changed since the OP except for the instant pot and electric coffee pot have been changed to non-electric...

In my case:   I applied in June 2019, got denied.  After the first denial I got an attorney that specializes in SSDI (it's literally all they do) for appeals.   First and 2nd appeals got denied, then got a hearing.  All this took two years.   Had my hearing last month and got approved (though...

Quick question (not trying to be nosy, genuinely asking so I can plan accordingly). It's going to be several months before I get on the road (don't even have a van yet) and am currently gathering information on important topics. Regarding an emergency fund...is it better to keep it in your...

Thanks tx2sturgis.

HDR: I actually only watched a couple minutes of it to see the connectors. I could probably wire those like the ones I was talking about come to think of it.

It's similar to the one in this video, but the connectors are separate, not one piece.

Hoping you guys can help me.  I remember seeing in a video a few weeks ago someone using a type of plug-in in place of the 'cigarette lighter' type plug.   If I am remembering right the plug looked similar to the plugs on the meter end of the probes for volt meters.  They were kind of squarish...

So I've been looking over the escapees.com web site and it looks like they do a LOT for a low yearly fee.   However, I notice they seem to be geared toward RVers and some of the benefits appear to be specific to that group.  For example, their deal with Goodyear tires specifically mentions 'RV...

Thanks MGfromBC. I do intend to have a coffee pot, but have pretty much decided to opt for a percolator I can use on a butane stove. As for cooking, this will also be done on the butane stove. That leaves (so far) just the cell phone, hotspot, fan, lights and laptop for the electrical system.

Hmmm...the SOK batteries are looking pretty good...if a bit more pricey than the ampere time...make no mistake, I am willing to pay a bit more for better quality and good customer service if I can afford it. For the moment, though, this is all theoretical on my end. As I stated in the OP, I am...

I do intend to have a small generator for those times when the weather just isn't cooperating for several days. I plan to treat it like emergency power, not a steady use because the solar system can't keep up item. As for the 200 watts of solar...that's me assuming I will end up in a minivan...

Lol yes I have heard of propane...but I don't like the smell. I do plan to get a butane stove, though, for most cooking...maybe I can find a coffee pot that will use that instead of electric? As for the instant pot, I can take it or leave it...just seeing more videos lately of people using them.

Hmmm...looking on Amazon it seems like the only 800 watt inverters I can find are brands I've never heard of (although I have only looked at pure sine inverters...which is what I want).   I may need to go with a 1000 watt.  Currently thinking Renogy or Xantrex (thanks, Bob!) since it's at least...

I was leaning more towards this battery. https://www.amazon.com/LiFePO4-Battery-Perfect-Applications-Warranty/dp/B084DB36KW/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=lifepo4+100ah+ampere+time&qid=1630685529&sr=8-3 I know I lose 20ah, but the price is comparable and comes with a built in BMS.

After watching videos, looking at prices and such on Amazon, here's what I am thinking. Main electrical needs: * 12v compressor fridge (likely a 30qt since it's just me). * Laptop (quite a bit of use as I tend to do a lot of research as well as some gaming.  Nothing like ghost recon or call...

Thank you for the replies! I know these may seem like basic questions to some, but I just want to make sure I get the electrical right so I don't blow the system or injure myself. Aside from the vehicle itself the electrical system is probably going to end up being the biggest expense and I...

I should probably  have worded #4 better. Was looking for things like: If I use 24 volt solar panels, do I have to use 24 volt batteries? Should I add fuses to the wires from the solar panels? When adding 110 sockets, should I use the ones with the breakers in them? Kind of little  gotchas...