Finally took the plunge...

[Ocean]

...and bought a van! It's a 2000 Dodge 3500 cargo van (it was one of Verizon's fleet vehicles before I got it). I checked the carfax on it and everything came back clean. The engine looks good and runs strong. It's an extended wheel base with lots of room inside even with the onboard generator. Verizon turned the box that houses the generator into what looks like a small work table with shelves above it...it's making a great little kitchen area. The commercial ladder racks are still on the vehicle as well as the cabinets and shelving inside. I'm in the process of rearranging the cabinets to maximize room and then clean / paint them. It also has the anti-theft screens on the windows which may or may not stay...I'm not sure yet. It has one electrical outlet near the front bumper and three near the passenger side tail light. Two small vents in the roof as well. So far I've been very pleased with my new home. I loved my pickup truck / camper shell combo but I just didn't have the room I needed, especially since I'm planning on keeping my dog (who seems to really love the van&nbsp;<img class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/biggrin.gif"> ). I don't have any pics yet but from the outside it just looks like any other work van. <br>Just thought I'd share as this is the first time I've done anything like this and I'm pretty excited...thanks for reading! <img class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif">

 

[rvwandering]

&nbsp;Congratulations! Keep us updated.

 

[Ocean]

Thank you! <img class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif">

 

[CarCampire]

Grats!

 

[my_vantasy]

Good for you! I am looking forward to seeing what you do with your new home on wheels.

 

[Ziggy Moon]

Sounds Great! Can't wait to see some pictures.

 

[Rafe Covington]

Congrats<IMG class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/wave.gif"><BR><BR>Rafe

 

[Ocean]

Thanks everyone! <img class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/wave.gif">&nbsp;I've been trying to get it cleaned up in between all the rain showers we're having right now.

 

[kidiekat]

Congratulations.&nbsp; What was the mileage on your new baby.&nbsp; Oh my I am so envious.&nbsp; I'm searching.&nbsp; Did it today in the rain.&nbsp; Might as well get use to the rain now.<br><br>Best of luck<br>kidie<br><br>PS&nbsp; I hope to follow in your foot steps....&nbsp; Soooooooon.

 

[Ocean]

Hey Kidie...hang in there and you will find just what you're looking for. <img class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif">&nbsp;The mileage on the van is 74,000...the truck I traded for it had 72, 500. I can't even begin to tell you how many hours I spent on Craigslist, dealership lots, AutoTrader, local newspapers, etc. trying to find something that would suit my needs. Keep searching and don't lose faith and you'll get there...best of luck to you! <img class="emoticon bbc_img" src="/images/boards/smilies/biggrin.gif">

 

[James AKA Lynx]

Great, Mine was an old Version van as well. Did the oil filter have the date and mileage last changed?<br><br>I suggest that you replace all vacuum hoses, clean intake with a new brush and carb cleaner.<br><br>James AKA Lynx