Hi, I'm Bob, owner of cheaprvliving.com.

[thatguy]

Hello everyone, I am John and I'm from Oregon.&nbsp;I dont have my own van yet but I've been researching van dwelling for over a year now. This is something I am very interested in and by the end of October am hoping to have a van. The thing is, I am single, I don't have kids, I'm not tied down in any way and I want to get out and see the world so I think I'm in a good position for this. As far as vans go does anyone have a preference? Like a window passenger van vs a cargo van. I'm kind of leaning torwards the cargo van with rear tinted windows and tinted side door window, mabye a white&nbsp;GMC Vandura. From what I'm read Vandura's get decent fuel economy, in the mid teens. I'm just not sure about stealth parking. I don't have a problem with the idea of parking in plain sight but I'm thinking a cargo van would blend in better in a industrial area or by businesses and a passenger van might blend in better in urban envirements. But idk about that because for example just down the street from me theres a sub division with houses being built all over and theres a mix of passenger/cargo contractor vans parked everywhere. On Youtube theres this guy 'Bug out vehicles' I think his name is&nbsp;Gary,&nbsp;in&nbsp;my opinion&nbsp;his van is perfect except his is blue.&nbsp;Another question&nbsp;I have is work. Right now my job is seasonal, wildland firefighter, and I'm picturing myself&nbsp;during my travels finding a place I like and seeking work there but don't most places require an address? Will a po box be ok for this?&nbsp;I will be able to sustain myself for a while so this is not something I'm real worried about right off the bat but its something I think about. Anyway I think I stretched out my introduction enough lol, sorry about that. I look forward to hearing from you all and talking and sharing stuff in the coming months. BTW I am very sorry if I put this post in the wrong spot, I didnt see the option to start a new thread. Later <img src="/images/boards/smilies/wink.gif" border="0" align="absmiddle">&nbsp;

 

[dragonflyinthesky]

Welcome John from Oregon. Not being tied down and few responsibilities sounds like a good way to start a new exciting life.

 

[k&p Catalano]

Hello John from Oregon,<br>I'm brand new too and like you have &nbsp;been doing research. I did run across a blog that was really helpful to me (it led me here which a very good thing) Becky who hosts the blog&nbsp;<a href="http://www.interstellarorchard.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Interstellar Orchard</a>&nbsp;has documented her journey to a full timing RV lifestyle. She covers topics about residency and finding jobs as well as a multitude of other things. She really gets into the details about how to do it. I highly recommend it!<br>k

 

[Ballenxj]

Thanks K, I was unaware of that blog. Interesting, and I will have to return to it as I have more time. <img src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif" class="emoticon bbc_img"> <br>-Bruce

 

[cleanheart]

Welcome John and Ballenxj! Glad you're here!

 

[charles]

Hi, I'm Charles. I built a camper for my dodge truck. I may have over done it a bit but I needed the space. I modeled it from a combination of a lot of pictures taking bits and pieces here and there.&nbsp;I put it together over the past year and it is about 2 weeks from being lived in. (as I find the time between work).&nbsp; I like the idea on the solar ware heater. 1. Does it work well? Also I&nbsp;bought 2&nbsp;marine/r.v batteries&nbsp;deep cycle, but amp hours was not on the battery. only cold cranking amps&nbsp;. 2. &nbsp;Is there a way to estimate the amp hours by the cold cranking amps? I intend to attach a 2000 w dc ac inverter to them for some electricity when I want it. I've been researching this for a while, but always open for more ideas.&nbsp;appreciate any reply. Charles

 

[dragonflyinthesky]

Welcome Charles, would love to see pictures of your build.

 

[jaxtonsgram]

Hi: I am Nora from Michigan. I have been reading this forum for about a year now. How weird is it to feel that one " knows" people when they have never met or spoken? But that is how I feel. I am grateful to you all for giving me a glimpse into your lives and your way of life. You have inspired me. Althoughit will be at least 5 years until my husband and I can hit the road full time I have taken some of Bobs teachings to heart and have began the process of getting rid of things, of educating myself and trying short trips. We still have 7 kids at home so it will be awhile...but...there is much to do. My son and I are going to try to make a solar oven. This I would have never known about except for you all. I do have a question. Is anyone out there in a wheelchair and living either part or full time on the road? My son is 13 and had a firm of MS (nonprogressive). He is extremely healthy dispite the fact that he is ventilator dependent. We have camped occassionally with him. He does require a lot of electricity which is why we would almost have to travel in our old motorhome. I'm sorry I am so "chatty" but like I said it feels like I am talking to old friends. I know, how presumptuous of me. If there are any eheelchair users out there with tips I would appreciate them. One last thing, although it sounds like many of you are out west, if anyone travels through sw MI and needs a place to park or a shower feel free to stop by. Thanks so much for " listening" to me ramble. Nora

 

[landshark22]

Hi all, im jim new to this forum. considering converting my 2000 dodge van to a livable ride. Not really sure where to start, but I'm gonna make a go of it. I live in So CAl, so pretty hot in the Summer, need to figure out how to provide and external power source so I can hook up a/c, fridge, etc...anyway just wanted to intro myself and say hello. Any advice is greatly appreciated<img src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif" border="0" align="absmiddle">

 

[wagoneer]

hello and welcome are you coastside or inland

 

[dragonflyinthesky]

welcome landshark and Justinsgram &nbsp;Glad you found us and shared a little about yourselves. This is a very warm forum community.

 

[Lostinspace]

Welcome to both of you. There are always questions, so ask away. One one will answer.

I think there are a couple of wheelchair folk on here. I know there are several with respitory conditions.

Again welcome.

 

[Lostinspace]

Welcome to both of you. There are always questions, so ask away. Someone will answer.

I think there are a couple of wheelchair folk on here. I know there are several with respitory conditions.

Again welcome.

 

[jaxtonsgram]

Thanks so much for the welcome. I am looking forward to learning from everyone (and being jealous).
Nora

 

[Curtis]

Thank you Bob for this forum and all your web sites.<br><br>I have a lot to learn but from the amount of pages I see here and <br>on your sites it looks like you have covered everything.<img src="/images/boards/smilies/smile.gif" class="emoticon bbc_img">

 

[Phyllis Anne]

Hi BOB!!!&nbsp; <br>Thank you for hosting this website. I do appreciate access, and if I haven't said already, I like your eBook. I'm learning a lot. I've posted everywhere else but here, so here I am now...sayin HI.<br>Phyllis Anne

 

[billybob200138]

Hi Bob. I"ve been lurking for quite a while around your websites and have thoroughly enjoyed reading all of them. Have 92 Ford Econoline van that I call home and 3 acres in Ky as a base camp. Thanks for having this forum....HoboJoe

 

[wagoneer]

WOW 2010 flashback more civil times?

 

[BikeBoomer]

Welcome to our forum!

Hey Bob,

Thank you so very much for this forum and for your Youtube channel.  I joined your forum just days ago but have been enjoying your videos for some time now (and I will be subscribing soon).  I am really impressed with all the information here and excited to take in as much as I can at my slow pace.  Your videos on your channel has led me to others that I have also enjoyed.  I appreciate it and I hope I can meet you someday soon.