Search results

Van Living Forum

Help Support Van Living Forum:

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others.
  1. C

    Need help lifting solar panel on roof - Flagstaff

    I’m trying to do a DIY solar install by myself, but getting the big solar panel up on the roof seems like a challenge! So if you’re in the Flagstaff area and are willing to help me, I’d really appreciate it.  I bought everything from N AZ Wind & Sun. It a 320 watt panel. I can drive to wherever...
  2. C

    Leaf Spring Detached from Frame on 5th Wheel

    Not sure where to start or who to call. I have a broken leaf spring on my 27’ 5th wheel. It detached from the frame, then pierced the tire.  I’m about 1/8 of a mile down a dirt road at Government Wash in Lake Mead near Las Vegas. Any suggestions? Thanks! Lisa I tried to add photos, but I...
  3. C

    Need Recommendations for accountant / tax person

    I need recommendations for a tax person / accountant who understands or is tolerant of the nomadic lifestyle. And patient with someone who is mathematically challenged. My brother does my taxes and always waits til the last minute. It drives me nuts because I'm not always in a...
  4. C

    When/ Where Mentoring Caravans start?

    I know Bob hasn't formally announced them yet, but where are the mentoring Caravans going to start from?  If they are starting in September, that's only 2 weeks away. It would be helpful to know a general area, so interested people could start heading that way. It takes time to plan for...
  5. C

    Looking for Camping Buddies near Woodland Park Colorado

    Hi nomads! If you're looking for camping buddies in Colorado, me and my pups would love to have some company. I'm near Woodland Park Colorado, and have room for a couple more rigs. Free camping, cool temps, 9200' national forest. PM me. - Lisa
  6. C

    How to find places to legally put your Recycling?

    I like to recycle my plastic, paper and glass. In fact, I insist on recycling! So sometimes I end up carrying my recyclables around for a long time (which I don't have space for).  Some cities have signs and cameras forbidding the public to put recyclables in available bins. Or they want to...
  7. C

    Buddy's Welding & RV Repair - Flagstaff AZ

    I've had quite a lot of work done on my 5th wheel at Buddy's.  They did a great job installing my solar (I bought all the parts at N. Arizona Wind and Sun). Installed 12 volt sockets inside house. Fixed my roof after I misjudged my height and hit a low branch. Welded a front hitch receiver on my...
  8. C

    Charge Controller Recommendations for 200 watt Dokio

    I got the 200 watt flexible panel set from Dokio, as a temporary solar until I can get a proper solar installation on my roof. My question is: what inexpensive charge controller can I order for the Dokio from Amazon? Reviewers have said the charge controller that comes with the Dokio suitcase...
  9. C

    Looking for Solar installer in Arizona

    I'm looking for someone in Arizona to install solar on my small 5th wheel. About 400-600 watts, or whatever there's room for on the roof. Thanks!
  10. C

    Need Professional Solar Installer in Phoenix/Tuscon Area

    I am looking for a professional solar installer in the Phoenix, Tuscon or surrounding areas. In the next month I'll be buying a new-to-me small 5th wheel. I do mostly boondocking so I want to install at least 400 watts of solar on the curved roof. I don't see any 12 volt sockets anywhere, so I...
  11. C

    Looking for Tribe to camp with near Phoenix area

    Aloha peeps! I'm looking for Tribe or anyone who's going to be boondocking in the Phoenix area in late February (I'll be back in Phoenix on the 22nd or 23rd). I'd like to not get too far from the Phoenix/Tuscon area. (Quartzsite, Yuma & Ehernburg is too far.)  I'm social, but I like to keep to...
  12. C

    [split] Spring GTG - March 31, NE Arizona - Simply Lesa

    Where can I find info about Simply Lesas group going to Ehrenburg after the WRTR? Or coordinates for their location? Or a meeting spot that the caravan is leaving from in the morning. Thanks so much!
  13. C

    What's the Facebook group called going to Slab City?

    Hi CB or anyone, What's the Facebook group going to Slab City called again? I can't seem to find it on Facebook. Thanks! Lisa
  14. C

    Need help setting up Suitcase Renogy, inverter at RTR

    Hi friends,  I'm at the RTR in the main camp (middle) , and need help setting up my Renogy suitcase 100 watt solar. Mostly because I don't know how to connect my new inverter to it. Thanks!  Text me at 8 oh 8, 754-6591
  15. C

    Free T-Shirt Design

    If you'd like a t shirt custom designed for yourself, your YouTube channel, website or business, I'd be happy to do that for you. The design is free, there is no charge.  I design it to your specifications, put it up on Amazon, you order it from them and pay them, Amazon prints it and ships it...
  16. C

    I Want To Hire Someone to Tow My 5th Wheel

    Hi all, I just came from the RTR (miss you all). I was the goofy lady with the balloon animals. I'd like to hire someone to tow my 32' 5th wheel from Yuma to Tucson. You'd need at least a one ton truck. It's about 225 miles.  I'll pay cash!  :)  I'd love to prosper one of our members. Or if...
  17. C

    Anyone in the Yuma area? Revised

    Hi everyone, Lisa here (silly balloon animal lady).  Anyone in the Yuma area? I'll be here for a few days. I'm having RTR withdrawals! I miss you all so much!  Aloha, Lisa
  18. C

    What State is best to register Van by mail?

    I've been watching Bob's videos about choosing a State.  I'm trying to figure out how to register my new-to-me campervan from afar. Background: My domicile is Hawaii. I bought a campervan in Oregon last month.  How and where can I register it?  In 2 weeks I'll be flying back to Oregon to live...
  19. C

    How to insure a conversion van

    Hi friends, I just bought a '94 high top Dodge Ram 350 homemade conversion van. I just called Geico, and they said they can't insure a conversion van. How can I insure it? What company insures these? Or should I just try to insure it as a plain van? I probably can't call geico back and try to...
Top