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    Any Canadians know about via Manitoba?

    Hey, Mickey & Blue here, Me and my pup will be full time in our SUV conversation in 16 days. Anxiety is high for me. Coming from Ottawa going to BC this fall. Manitoba has a self-isolate 14 days restriction that I fall into. Has anyone done this? Did you have to do a hotel or could you go...
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    How to troubleshoot my new propane and stove setup

    Quick update: Working now with a Coleman 5ft hose from Amazon. My stove model No. 5453a with the stock regulator. The hose bit that screws into the regulator is slightly shorter on this hose compared to the one on the Masterchef 10ft hose from Canadian Tire, so the pin in the regulator is able...
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    How to troubleshoot my new propane and stove setup

    I believe this is the case! I see the nipple in the hose but it’s not as protruding as the one on the green bottle. I’ve tried pressing the hose down into it before tightening but still no hissing coming through once all connected and on. I’m Wondering what search term to use for an adapter that...
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    PRoadPro Cooking

    Thanks everyone. Sorry for my tardy reply. Got a green bottle yesterday and all works perfectly so there must be an adapter to go on the hose for the part that connects to the regulator. I don’t know the terminology to search but will keep digging. I really appreciate all the suggestions. I’m...
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    How to troubleshoot my new propane and stove setup

    @Sofisintown, thank you for the detailed comment. It's an unlisted video right now. I'm still having the issue of not getting it going initially.
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    How to troubleshoot my new propane and stove setup

    Thank you! No joy though. I followed your suggestions and retried the process a few times waiting longer. I don't know if something is up at the regulator.
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    How to troubleshoot my new propane and stove setup

    Hey everyone, I'm new to the forum these last few weeks. Getting ready to go full-time in my SUV in September. I just bought a new Coleman 1 burner, 5lb propane tank, hose and adapter. I get gas going in the hose but not coming out the burner. Can anyone tell me what I'm doing wrong and what I...
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    Count Down To Nomad Life

    I gave my notice to vacate for September 30th 2021. I had to give 60 days but I gave it on July 7th, 84 days, in order to generate a sense of urgency. Burn the ships. At that time all I needed was to sell my 2002 Ford Escape 4x4 and I could afford a van. I left it in for inspection and to sell...
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    The truck chassis is very appealing to me on the Astros. It turns out I will be going smaller not bigger in the beginning at least. My 2002 Ford Escape will be where I start. Will update when I know more :)
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    A quick update as of today. I had someone coming for my car this morning, still have someone for my couch this afternoon. The guy backed out later last night citing something about it being too big a job to get his Quebec insurance to do it. I am in Ontario. I didn't understand him as he didn't...
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Awesome insight, thank you!!! Yes a Savana/Express is the way I want to go. Huge upheaval right now listing and selling everything, apartment is a mess. Just need my car and one other item to sell to afford the van I'd like. It's coming!!! :D
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Definitely possible yes! But after some of the earlier replies I'm now set on more space for sure. I can't wait!!!!
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Yes getting out there and living it and seeing what works will enable us to evolve with it. It will be nice not paying rent and be able to eventually afford whatever options we want!!!!
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Great advice! Once my big couch sells I was planning on trying something like this as suggested in Bobs' course, but you have gone the extra mile here about measurements and boxes and height. Thanks so much! Planning to own a van by the end of the month, so we'll see what else sells. This has...
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Thank you! I need to see this today! This week has been tense listing a lot of things to sell and seeing some things go is reassurring. I just listed my car today. Once I sell the car and either my couch or office chair I can afford the van I have my eye on. 2005 Chevy Express extended version...
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Great advice. I will do my best to decide correctly from the get go, but I will live and learn. This new way of being is coming!
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Wow it's amazing to know that these will go that many miles. 8 years (and counting) is a great run. I definitely don't want something for the short term only.  I really appreciate the firsthand experience feedback. Lots of food for thought here. I will definitely be going bigger. Right now I'm...
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    Can I REALLY go full-time in an Astro/Safari?

    Thank you so much for the feedback. Definitely going to go bigger now!
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    Is this van a diamond in the rough?

    Thank you. Why is that?
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    Is this van a diamond in the rough?

    Thank you!
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