Greetings from my Econoline

[pros80]

Greetings,

I am currently in NC and have been updating and getting a Ford E150 van ready for full time use. I started while I had 5 months left on my Apartment lease. I purchased the van for $1600 with 230,000 miles.

It runs good, but needs the usual work that most old cars need. AAA helped in my first few long trips. I also purched a Champion generator hoping to run a window AC in the van, but its a pain in the ass to pull out and setup and fans and open windows have been managable most evenings.

This has not been an easy ride with a lot of failures and learning experiences and triumphs. I had moments where I wanted to just give the whole thing up and go back and extend the lease on my apartment.

But something inside me was burning for the adventure. Every weekend I took the van out I knew this lifestyle was right for me.

So Here I am one week into fulltime so far.

Hope to connect with others on here

Pros

 

[cyndi]

Hi pros! Welcome to the CRVL forums! To help you learn the ins and outs of these forums, this "Tips & Tricks" post lists some helpful information to get you started. We look forward to hearing more from you.

I know there are a few van dwellers, down your way. Hopefully, they'll check in to say hi.

In the meantime, this a great place to have your fears laid to rest. We're all on your side!

 

[Bdog1]

Congrats on following thru.... I'm more just camping for now but one day, maybe.

Share some pic's if you get the chance.

 

[Prisoner Of Knowledge]

Hi Pros!

You've got what it takes, I'm pretty sure. Kudos for not giving up! Be sure to send some pics if you can!

Be well - Slim.