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  1. RetiredNomad

    Full-time RVing: Space heaters

    ... I had one of these for years ... ... https://cubicminiwoodstoves.com/ ...
  2. RetiredNomad

    Any Sports Car dwellers?

    ... a friend of mine lived in his Mustang for about a year to save money, the rear seats fold down for access to the trunk, he moved the front passenger seat forward , slept with pillow against back of front seat with legs/feet in the trunk - he's 6'1" , takes a little ingenuity but do-able ...
  3. RetiredNomad

    Toyota Tacoma Short Bed

    ... had this for a while back in 2016 ... oops just saw you said short bed, guess it depends how tall you are , whether it would work for ya ...
  4. RetiredNomad

    Domicile FLA vs. TX for this Northeasterner

    ... when auto insurance rates went up in Fla. , I switched to a mailing service in South Dak.       I full time and have family in the Northeast [NY]  , renew everything on line [except license] ,     spend winters down south , Tx. - Fla.  ... safe travels ...
  5. RetiredNomad

    Plants Van Log

    ... hey Plant , kinda reminds me of my ole E 350  ... yeah the 32" TV was a bit overkill ...
  6. RetiredNomad

    Where to escape the SNOW

    ... when I don't feel like travel'n way out west or hit'n Padre Island ,      I spend winters bouncing from one Wallys to another in northern     Fla. and SC/NC  -- Savannah is nice to explore and there are two      "van" friendly Wallys - spent Dec/Jan last yr bouncing tween them,     good TV...
  7. RetiredNomad

    Where to escape the SNOW

        ...  Mod Edit- video is about free camping on Padre Island. Please include a description with video links.
  8. RetiredNomad

    NEVR (NorthEast Vandweller Rendezvous)

    V T K ...  you get over the air TV signal at your site ?
  9. RetiredNomad

    Well, I tried for two days up at A1 mountain Rd....

          ... spot on !  I've been do'n the van thing since 1988 -  it's not for everyone  ...
  10. RetiredNomad

    Just Facts: Transits, ProMasters and Cargos

    ... I'm biased 'cause I live in my '16 NV 2500 high roof , V6 , like it for the truck frame "Titan" , plus great warranty.
  11. RetiredNomad

    Boycotting Pilot/Flying J ... ?

    ... please tell me this is not so ...     ... just heard through the grapevine [CB radio] that Pilot/Flying J are not flying the American flag so as not to upset or offend , "foreigners" ...     ... I don't know what to say , if true ,  I'm done with them , c'mon WTF is this the twilight zone...
  12. RetiredNomad

    Seeking Knowledge On Nissan NVs Or Any Higher Topped Vans

    I will 2nd what WalkaboutTed wrote about the Nissan NV. I have a 2016 NV 2500 high roof 6cyl. avg 15mpg but at 6' 1" I can stand, even after building it out. Have been across the country many times, great vehicle and it's my full time home. Good luck with your choice, the Promaster gets better...
  13. RetiredNomad

    What is outside your door?? *pictures*

    ... 11/03/17 ... Rhea springs Tn. ... free makes it so much better ...
  14. RetiredNomad

    DIY Exhaust-powered greywater evaporatator sketch

             ... my cat used to say the same thing ...
  15. RetiredNomad

    Converting High Top NV2500

    ...   nice choice CamperJ , I'm very satisfied with my '16 2500 V6 , fyi , the cabin air filter box is there but empty - the filter for the Nissan GTR is the one that fits . Gotta remove the glove box to get to it . Good luck with yours , I still go almost everywhere I did when I had a 4x4 ...
  16. RetiredNomad

    the newer van

    ... gee that looks familiar ... lol ...
  17. RetiredNomad

    Mail Service in Florida

    ... is St. Brendans still using 411 walnut st. , cause they moved a few years ago to -- 1501 Co Rd 315, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043 ...
  18. RetiredNomad

    Promaster Mod ?

      -- any van ... once you start loading "stuff" - solar/bikes/water - or everything you own in some cases , mpgs suffer. If you must have good mpgs , get a small 4cyl car - I lived in a Kia Soul for 3 yrs. , 30 mpg but no room, now I get half that mileage but all the room I need. Pick something...
  19. RetiredNomad

    Promaster Mod ?

        ... you have your choice of side/back windows , I lucked out finding the base model I wanted. [aftermarket windows will fit the outline Nissan stamps in the metal] or a glass shop should be able to handle a cut & install.      I have my Maxx-air fan centrally located but I guess If you want...
  20. RetiredNomad

    Promaster Mod ?

    ...   Nissan NV 2500 hightop info:  Nissan trucks have never gotten good gas mileage - the NV is a commercial van so mpg will not be posted - that said my 2016 V-6 gets 16/18 hwy and 13/15 around town. This van empty is already 9,100 lbs. , mine weights in at just under 10,800 lbs. ymmv.       I...
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