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Using a class B campervan as a daily driver has some inconveniences, but camping out of a minivan has significant compromises also. The biggest factor that makes factory built RVs impractical is their complex systems. I believe in making systems in the simplest manner that achieves my desired...

For folks that buy a lot of stuff on Amazon, Asurion offers a monthly pay as you go warranty that includes coverage for batteries. Granted you have to buy a lot of stuff (or a few expensive electronics) every year to justify $17 per month. But if you're buying phones, printers, appliances...

There are several companies that make insulated window covers for the Sprinter. Unless you have serious upholstery skills and the requisite tools, your DIY creation will not come close (cosmetically or functionally) to the professionally made products. Insulated window covers use to be...

Unless you spend a lot of money on a sophisticated heating system (eg. Rixen, Timberline, Aquahot), the best (effective, efficient, safe) is a diesel (or petrol) air heater. They can produce enough heat to keep a vehicle comfortable regardless of the outside temperature, using minimal power and...

The easiest setup is to keep the shower system separate from the sink system. Unless you need hot water at the sink, the simplest system is to use a battery powered water bottle dispenser pump connected to a plastic hose dropped into a Aquatainer. The setup cost < $50 takes less than 10 minutes...

You may want to consider the Promaster 118" wheelbase. It's very agile, probably comparable to the Transit Connect. It's a low roof, but tall enough for you to stand up in. Although it may be a larger vehicle than you prefer, it's a wiser option than adding an expensive after market top to a...

I found grey water recapture was the most challenging aspect of a shower system. It was the biggest motivating factor in me seeking a ultra low water system. I tried the collapsible dog bath as a shower pan. It worked well enough and I probably would use it if I had a shower system that used 3-5...

There is a big travel/lifestyle difference between a camper van and a truck + trailer. I wouldn't let insurance ramifications drive that decision. I am not an expert, but I think that the commercial designation is based on vehicle AND use case. What I can say with certainty, is the 15...

I am really picky when it comes to showers. The Geyser is my third iteration. My first was an Ivation battery powered shower head. It didn't deliver adequate water pressure. My second was the Sun Joe battery powered spray washer. It was noisy and cumbersome to use. In addition, both required the...

There are four issues that need to be addressed when it comes to designing a shower system: water source, power source, space, and grey water drainage. My personal criteria required having clean, hot water flowing over my body. Therefore, using a sponge repeatedly dipped into a bowl of water, or...

Decent quality no name LiFePO4 batteries starting at $700 for 300 AH, make adding an auxiliary battery to a power station setup very enticing. I've thought about doing this (in my case to an EcoFlow Delta Pro). Though my objective would be slightly different (powering a Dometic RTX 2000) the...

I use Home Depot extensively. Most products sold have only a 90 day return policy (commercial accounts have 1 year). Extended warranties can be purchased on some products, including power stations. Although I've never bought a power station from them, I have warranties on dozens of appliances...

My first RV had complicated systems that were challenging for me to operate and impossible for me to repair. When something stops working (and it will), it's important to know how to fix it. Determined not to make the same mistake again, I bought a van and built it personally, even though I have...

A power station is a quick and easy solution for minimal builds. But it doesn't take too much of a build to run up against a power station's biggest downside- the limited number ports. The fridge, fan, and heater each typically require a 10A port. The other downside is that outlets placed...

Your desires are incongruent. Running a business is not passive. Period. Anyone who tells you otherwise lacks veracity or knowledge. But that's getting ahead of the story, because before a business can be run, it must be built. And building a business is very hands on and extremely challenging...

You're seeking a solution for your housing problem. Real estate investors are in the business of solving housing problems, that's how we make money. Presidents of local real estate clubs are pretty well connected in their community. By networking at a local meetup you may find someone that you...

You have less than a month before you hit the road, don't overthink it. Learn from experience, which you can start gaining today. If it's parked in your driveway now, move in. You'll quickly learn what you need. During the first few days, you'll find yourself going back into the house to...

I promise to directly address your original query, but I agree with the sentiment that others have expressed about the reasonableness of your plan. I think you need help coming up with a viable solution, and I know who can help you, though it will probably require stepping outside your comfort...

While the 118 doesn't come in high roof, it's standard height of 65" is tall enough for some folks to standup in. Ditto the low roof Sprinter. No one taller than 4' can stand up in the low roof Transit.

Bluetti and EcoFlow have factory warranties from 2-6 years, depending on product. Notwithstanding this, when these (and other) power stations are purchased on Amazon, there is the option of purchasing a 3 or 4 year extended warranty from Asurion. This would be my first level of recourse. I've...