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Everything is a compromise in this lifestyle, Scarlett...we are on a fixed income also, and have been boondocking for over 2 years. My wife is disabled, which adds to the difficulties encountered. We are also on our third RV. The first 2 were conversion bus, and a conversion box truck, which I...

Brad, it hit's most people at one time or another...internet, social media, etc. is just a tool. Use or misuse. It is, like another said, part of the Matrix. And unlike another said, I don't think you need "moderation,." Lurking is fine. After all, this is your tool. Use it as you wish.

Nice job, wilcofan...but, your vent tube should be larger, and towards the top of the container, considering the weight of the gases is lighter than air. Also, for a convection vent system, you will need an influx hole the same size as the vent towards the bottom of the container on the opposite...

<div>&nbsp; Hey, you funny guy! All time make big joke!</div><div>(Sorry, couldn't help but quote "Dr. Lao."</div>

Used them now for 2 yrs. Great service, all mail held or delivered by me just getting online and specifying which.

If ya'll go to the web site "webbikeworld" there is an interesting series of articles on modifying a suzuki dr650 for real world dual purpose. Stock, it ain't so great.

Don't forget the 9/16 drill bit.

I will rephrase on my bike. It is by no means a "light" bike. Even putting it in my trailer, at 500 lbs., it is a bitch. I won't have a bike less than 650 cc's. The reason? Ya gotta get on the freeway once in a while when running for supplies, and if you can't get up to speed fast enough, you...

Hey thinker, let me rephrase....I believe that this alternative lifestyle (vandwellers) for people who live mostly off the grid is a statement and lifestyle that moves away from any form of "doing the line dance" for the powers that be. Certainly, we all have to have some form of income to...

<div>If ya don't know, ya don't need to know.</div>

I would be extremely careful with this, as blars said...also, with our alternative lifestyles, how does it sit with you to join the enslavement movement?

I think that Bob meant "2/0 (2 ought) gauge when suggesting wire gauge.

Hi, owl.<div>&nbsp; I carry/ haul a '97 suzuki bandit 1200, in an enclosed trailer. I tow with a modified box truck. The mileage on the box truck ain't great, the mileage on the motorcycle is about 40 mpg. I run for groceries and the like with the bike. I started with a Moto Guzzi cruiser...

Had a 6.0 on my first conversion. Don't remember the tranny. The white smoke advice is right on the $$$. White smoke started pouring out of the exhaust after I had nearly completed the conversion. Total loss......

Bri, I had to lose the Guzzi in NC, mountain gravel &nbsp;at our boondocking sites...the guzzi was a touring bike. I sold it and went with the short wheel base bandit. Handles quicker and leaner, turn on a dime...but it ain't no dual purpose!

My bandit 1200 is a butt number also...I might think of getting a KLR, but the seat would have to be changed. Love those corbin seats, had one on my bmw k75. Haven't toured on the bandit, or made long trips just because of the seat. Bri, I would love to know the TIG welding process...what a...

I bought this 750 watt inverter/charger from Amazon for about $350. It is a Tripp Lite model. I have gone through some cheap MSW inverters, and they never last. I have found this is sufficient for our needs. We do not have solar yet, and primarily boondock and plug in somewhere once a week or...

<div>Hey gimo, I don't have solar yet, but I do have an extensive battery power system for my rig....and if you want pics, you might want to check out my blog listed below. I have been experimenting with off-grid power for over 2 years. Might give you a start on battery power...</div>

I have 2 twelve volt systems: the 2 golf cart batteries are enclosed in a gray storage bin with a vent system. The bins are cheap at walmart or the like. If you have solar it will be much easier for you to charge without plugging in. &nbsp;You can wire your batteries according to the voltage; 6...

I originally planned to get residency in SD, but got sidetracked to Florida. Several reasons, the main one being no state income tax, no requirement for vehicle inspection stickers, and the relatively low cost of transferring title. I will say that most states have upped the cost of title...