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Hi That Darn Cat Maybe my experience would be helpful.  I decided to spend some nights in my mini van before I spent the money on converting or replacing it. I went to a camp site for a night, slept in a Walmart two nights and parked at a rest stop a few nights. I'm glad I did as I discovered...

Thanks for all the replies. I have another query about dumping at a dump station. I have only seen videos of RV's dumping black tanks through hoses. Where would one dump the contents of a porta potty that was filled with cat litter or something similar. If you have any experience with porta...

I am curious to find out where others dump their waste from poop buckets, bags or whatever system has been used. I have only spent three nights in my van so far and I used public restrooms in town except for night pee which went into a plastic jug which I dumped in morning in a store toilet. I...

Hi Addie, three kids and pets, WOW, you are a brave woman.  I spent a few nights in my mini-van, at a campsite and a Walmart's. It was ok, but since I'm near retirement age, I need to use the restroom frequently so I'm looking to build or buy something that has a porta-potty or flush toilet in...

Hi, FL Girl, It sounds like you have some serious decisions to make. Should you decide to head west, you may try couch surfing and crash your way for free across the country. Google it for the site address.  I am planning on doing some work camping when I retire next year. You might want to...

That is a nice looking van with lots of potential. Good luck getting that nest egg.

Hi Scott, Thanks for sharing your story and the blogs. What comes to my mind is that you surely have a long time to work on getting the best rig set up for retirement. I have a Ford Windstar minivan that works find for short road trips, but I would definitely not want to live in it. My dream...

Welcome Smithr, I too will be retiring soon but could be as late as 2020. I did a couple of nights in a mini-van and decided it was too cramped for me. So my next plan is to rent the largest uhaul trailer I can find and drive it for a day in the mountains where I live. That way I will know if...

I too am envious as I have another year or two to get ready. It is a huge plunge into the world. Take care and best of luck. Happy Trails To You!

Hi Dan,  I can relate to your comment about how others view the van dwelling lifestyle. It is much more acceptable to being a full time RV'r. Van living is quite anarchic is it not?. We are programmed to fit into society by working jobs (that most hate), getting a home, raising family and so...

I could not find a place to put this so I will post a new thread for those who are looking to buy a van. Finding an affordable van is more difficult than I thought it would be. I had a great PT Cruiser that got attacked by a tree limb and I ended up buying it back from insurance company as a...

I had checked Amazon and the Intex had 162 one stars so 19 percent. I was surprised because Intex is big and has so many plastic products.

Welcome Randall,  Here are my two cents worth of advice. If I wanted to find work on the road, I would get a work van and if possible get a sign or buy a van that already has a sign painted on it. This would add to your credibility as a working person and give you a larger space. A canopy seems...

Really good suggestions Danny. I checked the Intex first and with 20 percent one star ratings, probably not worth it even though it is cheap. I think the CordaRoys looks the best.

Thanks a lot Bob. I woke up thinking about those exact things plus I think the price is too high. I have another to look at with everything including solar with 109K for $4K or best offer and another with 90K miles with everything except the solar for $3,200 obo. Both are mid 80s. Now I just...

So let me suggest a few other possibilities. There are reclining chairs made for RVS that are wall hugging chairs. They are small but quite expensive.  But you may able to find one at a used RV parts store.  http://www.glastop.com/rv-furniture-detail.asp?id=626 Also, I love the trifold...

Yes, I realized after I made the post that the question was a bit dumb. So where do you want to wander to? I have seen enough of the southwest to know that I want to comb over every area of AZ, NM, CO and Utah.  Why not do a trip in a car and see if you like it? What kind of vehicle to you have...

I am having a similar issue with my Ford Windstar.  The back measures 48x80. There are two of us so a bed for both would take up most of the rear space. I am looking for a bigger van, but if I do not find one, I have come upon an idea that may work. I found a 27 inch wide x 72 inch cot with high...

It is an old van 1985 which gives me pause. However, it is completely mechanical I am told and many fellas highly recommend diesel engines.

Bob, what is your upper limit if you do not mind posting it. I am looking at a van with 148K this weekend. It is a 1985 E350 with an International Harvester 6.9 diesel engine. Asking price is $5,200. I had planned on getting something with about 80K miles, but read that this engine should go to...