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Anyway, just wanted to say hello again.]]>
Anyway, just wanted to say hello again.]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4580.html Tue, 26 Mar 2024 01:58:16 -0400 Miltiadis]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4580.html
Usually I'm out in Snoqualmie or Steven's pass, sometimes I go to town to perform, and I've lived all across the country.

I'm apolitical, if I'm not making music, I'm meditating or sauntering out in the woods

It would be great to meet more people who live similar lifestyles in the area

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Usually I'm out in Snoqualmie or Steven's pass, sometimes I go to town to perform, and I've lived all across the country.

I'm apolitical, if I'm not making music, I'm meditating or sauntering out in the woods

It would be great to meet more people who live similar lifestyles in the area

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  Not exactly sure what to say here as I generally try to keep to myself for the most part (Pirate Camp attendees can attest to this).  Still feel a bit like a greenhorn in the van dwelling community having only been out just over a year, but making the most of it as I can.  Though I do tend to procrastinate a lot (which I'm sure frustrates ABNorm to no end) I do eventually get things accomplished (just don't ask about my van build because even after a year I've barely started...).  I believe it might be what some call 'planning paralyzation'. 

  Anyway, hoping to at the very least not be a negative influence on the forum and will help whenever I am able.]]>
  Not exactly sure what to say here as I generally try to keep to myself for the most part (Pirate Camp attendees can attest to this).  Still feel a bit like a greenhorn in the van dwelling community having only been out just over a year, but making the most of it as I can.  Though I do tend to procrastinate a lot (which I'm sure frustrates ABNorm to no end) I do eventually get things accomplished (just don't ask about my van build because even after a year I've barely started...).  I believe it might be what some call 'planning paralyzation'. 

  Anyway, hoping to at the very least not be a negative influence on the forum and will help whenever I am able.]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4531.html Sat, 12 Aug 2023 17:22:05 -0400 337]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4531.html
Just saying hello!

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Just saying hello!

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will need to make a decision by late summer. House tax too high, maintenance is great, 

health is ???  money is running out.

Any one from or around San Antonio ??

I'm younger than I sound....LOL


That's all for now.]]>
will need to make a decision by late summer. House tax too high, maintenance is great, 

health is ???  money is running out.

Any one from or around San Antonio ??

I'm younger than I sound....LOL


That's all for now.]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4487.html Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:06:12 -0500 FloridaBrian]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4487.html
I stumbled upon a Truckin' magazine from the mid 70's in my teens, early 00's. Fell in love with the Cragars, VenturiVents, over the top interiors, and knew I'd have a van someday. Well, I don't have a classic, though it's a 2006 so it's getting there in due time lol
I bought my E150 in December of 2019 (terrible time to make any plans, as we noticed a few months later). I wanted something low top, small, that looked like any other van. Stealth was important, until later down the line I added a couple of solar panels on the roof and a MaxFann. Still love my little low top though. 
I didn't actually start throwing things at my van until early last year. I was just using it as a daily driver to get me to and from work, and taking random, spur of the moment trips a few hundred miles out, roughing it in the van, and heading back. 
Still not really done, but since adding the solar, 100ah lithium, small pure sine inverter, 40qt compressor fridge, bed platform, memory foam mattress, and other small odds and ends, I've taken it for a long stretch in the Appalachia region and enjoyed every minute of it. It may not be done, it may not be pretty, but I've gotten by with much less for much longer. 
I'll cut it short because I can ramble for ages. I'm in the process of saving up now, taking off again, and hopefully getting a workamping gig soon. Hope to see y'all on the road. Safe travels.

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I stumbled upon a Truckin' magazine from the mid 70's in my teens, early 00's. Fell in love with the Cragars, VenturiVents, over the top interiors, and knew I'd have a van someday. Well, I don't have a classic, though it's a 2006 so it's getting there in due time lol
I bought my E150 in December of 2019 (terrible time to make any plans, as we noticed a few months later). I wanted something low top, small, that looked like any other van. Stealth was important, until later down the line I added a couple of solar panels on the roof and a MaxFann. Still love my little low top though. 
I didn't actually start throwing things at my van until early last year. I was just using it as a daily driver to get me to and from work, and taking random, spur of the moment trips a few hundred miles out, roughing it in the van, and heading back. 
Still not really done, but since adding the solar, 100ah lithium, small pure sine inverter, 40qt compressor fridge, bed platform, memory foam mattress, and other small odds and ends, I've taken it for a long stretch in the Appalachia region and enjoyed every minute of it. It may not be done, it may not be pretty, but I've gotten by with much less for much longer. 
I'll cut it short because I can ramble for ages. I'm in the process of saving up now, taking off again, and hopefully getting a workamping gig soon. Hope to see y'all on the road. Safe travels.

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  IMG_0689.jpeg (Size: 2.21 MB / Downloads: 10) ]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4459.html Fri, 23 Dec 2022 18:22:26 -0500 rvpopeye]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4459.html Next step is actually join the forums so you can ask those questions you are wondering about..
Asking  a question is the quickest way but you can read the forums and learn a lot too.
 There's no such thing as stupid questions , ya gotta find out somehow .
If you ever watched Robin Williams in the movie RV you should understand the value of getting some clues before jumping in !]]> Next step is actually join the forums so you can ask those questions you are wondering about..
Asking  a question is the quickest way but you can read the forums and learn a lot too.
 There's no such thing as stupid questions , ya gotta find out somehow .
If you ever watched Robin Williams in the movie RV you should understand the value of getting some clues before jumping in !]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4451.html Fri, 09 Dec 2022 16:18:50 -0500 Headache]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4451.html ]]> ]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4404.html Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:21:50 -0400 Nctry]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4404.html https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4397.html Sun, 04 Sep 2022 15:21:01 -0400 Unlocking Freedom]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4397.html
Despite my home that i am renting, elderly father upstairs (who is doing well), I prefer to be outside every night in van conversion.

The rock'n'roll bed appeals to me more, feeling the presence of the outdoor atmosphere, rather than being in the brick home i pay the landlord for.

Even as a child i always wanted a motorhome, just wanting that freedom.

It is not easy to put into words, so that is why the forum is required.

Are we just different? Connecting to some deep power and electromagnetic energy in the Earths "Ley Lines".

Or are just sad weirdos typing on their laptop in a van.


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Despite my home that i am renting, elderly father upstairs (who is doing well), I prefer to be outside every night in van conversion.

The rock'n'roll bed appeals to me more, feeling the presence of the outdoor atmosphere, rather than being in the brick home i pay the landlord for.

Even as a child i always wanted a motorhome, just wanting that freedom.

It is not easy to put into words, so that is why the forum is required.

Are we just different? Connecting to some deep power and electromagnetic energy in the Earths "Ley Lines".

Or are just sad weirdos typing on their laptop in a van.


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Now I am in a much smaller Vauxhall Vivaro 2016, rock n roll bed, portable folding solar panel, small jackery that charges during driving, LPG gas tank heater,porta potti, folding shower tub, 12 volt pump, water container that i pick up hot water from a tap during travels.

Once you have lived with large vehicle you can decipher what is essential. The only main difference is folding bed sheets inside a large vehcile or folding bed sheets outside in a smaller vehicle.

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Now I am in a much smaller Vauxhall Vivaro 2016, rock n roll bed, portable folding solar panel, small jackery that charges during driving, LPG gas tank heater,porta potti, folding shower tub, 12 volt pump, water container that i pick up hot water from a tap during travels.

Once you have lived with large vehicle you can decipher what is essential. The only main difference is folding bed sheets inside a large vehcile or folding bed sheets outside in a smaller vehicle.

printernational.co.uk/timmann/vans.htm]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4359.html Fri, 05 Aug 2022 08:23:19 -0400 rvpopeye]]> https://vandwellerforum.com/thread-4359.html
If you live on wheels or just want to , you found the right place !
If you're wondering how you can start this lifestyle .......you just did.

  STEP 1
  Please post an intro telling us about what's going on in your world so we know you're NOT a scammer/spammer/bot/text miner ,etc.
Lurking is allowed if you have to , I guess . But if you don't post at least once , you will be assumed to be one of the above and deleted .

Optional : What rig you're using (or would like to have) , where you've been and what you liked or didn't about the place .  Found a good shortcut ? or a great repair place ?   Ask any questions you have and reply to anything you know about and have something to add... 
 
There is a ladies only forum , just ask to be led behind the curtain .. 
 
The book of rules: 
1) Have Fun
2) Don't be a jerk.  
3) OR an "internet genius". 
4) AND we've heard all the "theories" so find someplace else for those OK ?
 
 Lots already posted for you to check out . 


And if anybody has ever told you that you ain't right , definitely the right place.]]>
If you live on wheels or just want to , you found the right place !
If you're wondering how you can start this lifestyle .......you just did.

  STEP 1
  Please post an intro telling us about what's going on in your world so we know you're NOT a scammer/spammer/bot/text miner ,etc.
Lurking is allowed if you have to , I guess . But if you don't post at least once , you will be assumed to be one of the above and deleted .

Optional : What rig you're using (or would like to have) , where you've been and what you liked or didn't about the place .  Found a good shortcut ? or a great repair place ?   Ask any questions you have and reply to anything you know about and have something to add... 
 
There is a ladies only forum , just ask to be led behind the curtain .. 
 
The book of rules: 
1) Have Fun
2) Don't be a jerk.  
3) OR an "internet genius". 
4) AND we've heard all the "theories" so find someplace else for those OK ?
 
 Lots already posted for you to check out . 


And if anybody has ever told you that you ain't right , definitely the right place.]]>