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    What do you typically forget on your "checklist" before you drive off?

    I have a couple doors I almost always forget, I put what I thought was a better latch on one, but it's just as easy to forget lol. Oh, and this morning, I had the keys in the ignition (didn't turn them tho) when I realized I needed to disconnect power. I know how I missed that though...I...
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    Grove Ridge RV Resort (dade city, FL) 5 stars IMO

    Preface: I have no frame of reference, my first "rv resort" but OMG, I paid 580 for 1 month. Concrete pad (big & wide with a shed & picnic table too) sewer hookup next to each person's pad, electric & water were free. I liked it too because I was right across from the restroom, but still. This...
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    Has anyone found a recent unlimited HOTSPOT cellular plan?

    I have verizon, and thought I could bluetooth tether my android phone to my pc and get my phone's unlimited internet on the laptop. I was wrong, I guess they have software now that can detect that. Is there another solution that gives me true unlimited hotspot data? I plan to use a significant...
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    Going #2 boondocking solutions.

    From what i've seen on bobs youtube channel, a lot of people make it seem really easy to use the 5 gallon bucket and a walmart(ish) bag. 1. How does one get rid of that legally. 2. trying to figure how to put this delicately, I don't think my stool is compatible with this. (I hope that's...
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    What tools do you use to plan routes?

    I have been using google maps, but I'm already finding out that it has "less" than I want.  I'd like to avoid those major roads like the ones going through atlanta, but google maps doesn't have an option  to filter stuff like that out (other city's as well, and i'm concerned about the ones i...
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    cleaning dentures in a grey water tank?

    is the denture paste ok after it gets diluted by the water? (to rinse down the drain to the grey water tank with everything else?
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    Going as minimal as possible: How much does "I'll buy one if I need it" factor in?

    House closes Friday & I'm trying to shed 40 years of "junk". A lot of the junk is a "just in case I need it" (just so ya have it) type of thing. Some of it is also redundant, I found 4 tape measures while packing.  But I'm noticing, as I'm packing, I don't think what i'm choosing to save is...
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    Please help find a suitable van to build for boondocking.

    As the title says. Few extra details. Van can be anywhere. I do not have a build site yet. I need to have the purchase completed by the end of next week. I know close to nothing about engines & mechanical though (hence why i'm posting here :P ). Would prefer 4x4 to get into some of the better...
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    Is there an upper limit on the # of panels/wattage you can put on your build?

    I have the space to put anywhere from 28-56 100 watt renogy solar panels on my build. the cost of the panels and the battery's would be acceptable to me, but there's other equipment that I need as well as I understand it. and do these pieces of equipment begin to get prohibitively expensive when...
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    Ho boy, things are starting to move fast and I'm getting really nervous & anxious.

    I'm going "minimal", at least compared to how I've lived my whole life till now, & I currently have a 2(4ish) bedrooms 1 1/2 bath. I'm a bachelor with just way too much "stuff" to fill in that kind of house which I don't need. I don't like the anxiety that comes with maintaining all that.  I've...
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    How do I get insurance on a Box Truck Conversion?

    I've asked around a little bit, and everyone says they won't insure a truck where I did the construction in the back. I thought I heard though that if you just want liability it doesn't matter? I still can't get anyone to insure though. I plan to keep the build under 26000 lbs. it'll be a used...
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    Help finding someone who can help with a box truck build please.

    I currently own a home in Florida, but I have been wanting to live on the road and get rid of all that useless "stuff" & excess home space that's not being used, for over a year now. I just put my home on the market and I've priced it for only 40k and I hope that price will make it sell fast. I...
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    Steel studs vs Wood studs in box truck conversion

    (I hope this is the right forum for the framing inside the box truck) Metal doesn't flex and as I understand wood does. Is this a problem in a box truck conversion? Or does the box typically stay rigid anyway? I really like the mold proofing & lighter weight benefits. Rust I'll have to worry...
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    What distinguishes a CDL box truck from a regular DL box truck?

    I rented a U-Haul 26' box truck to move awhile back and I did not have a CDL license. But I've looked at a few box trucks around me and so far they've all required a CDL license. Is there a characteristic I'm to be looking for? I know the Uhaul trucks are gas. Thanks
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    How much power can I put on 200sq ft?

    Not sure the best panels to use (watt's/sq ft). But my rig will have about 200sq ft.  I'm also not sure if I need to fill that to accomplish my power needs. 24/7 air conditioning capabilities. (1500 cubic ft.) 24/7 PC + 3 monitors capabilities. 24/7 chest freezer capabilities 24/7 minifridge...
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    Box Truck Conversion Questions (lots)

    I've been watching Bob's video's for the last month or so and am so attracted to it, I've already decided that this is going to be my new life! :) I like the idea of a box truck conversion because I can make it exactly how I want it to look. RV's are too expensive and I'm living in someone...
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