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If you have an 8 foot bed you may want to look at a cap for the back. I've seen many nice set-ups that way. That will get you on the road cheap, and then look for a cargo trailer and convert it.

Any 3/4 ton pickup with a gas V-8 can easily pull that trailer. It sounds like you will only tow it occasionally. Don't over think what you need as the trailer is not that big.

This is a very accurate article, very few are out there that are based on fact as we currently know them. Thanks for posting.

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I recommend you add the 2-inch receiver hitch and a hitch carrier platform. Attaching to the doors will cause hinge and closing issues in the future. Also having the hitch is a plus because someday you may want to tow a boat or get a deal on a cargo trailer. So now you're all set.

What I do and have done is buy some aluminum flashing from the hardware store, cut it to cover the opening plus one inch and pop-rivet the aluminum in place. Use sealant all around the opening and you will have a lifetime fix. Look before you drill so you don't hit anything important.

Good advice, Almost There!

Didn't know that, thanks for posting!

I suggest you look for a mini van as an entry level vehicle. There are many very reasonable in price 2-$3,000 range that have a lot of life left in them. I paid $3,000 for mine 4 years ago and have put only $350 in repairs so far.   In my 2004 Ford Freestar mini van, I have a platform for a bed...

Aluminum typical camping gear cook set. Aluminum pizza pans for pizza, bread or cookies. Stainless for percolator (used on campfires)

Sara, what kind of car do you have now? Have you tried sleeping in it yet?  I'd do that first then spend a few nights in a campground or WalMart and evaluate what works and what dosen't.  Mike

Excellent self-observation, thanks.

You must be the only person on the planet who doesn't like Mac & Cheese and will not eat the same thing two times in a row. Thanks for insulting the rest of us.   :rolleyes:

You were lucky to find a van that age and what looks like it has been well taken care of. Have fun with it!

Stealth camping and even at Wal-Mart may now get you jail time. If traveling to Denver you may want to open the link and read it.   Denver's city government just lost some more of its marbles...

Sounds like you will need a 2000 watt continuous/4000 watt surge inverter and possibly a pure sinewave capable one. Ask around if someone is using that size inverter in their rig and try to run it on theirs. This will let you know what you need without guessing. Although this mixer will draw...

Excellent and timely post, thanks.

How about installing it through the side wall? Assuming you have a van.

Yes it is and yes it does!