[chuffer]

We'd be staying at camp sites of some kind. There's practically nothing in the way of dispersed camping in the northeast. All of the fun overland setups would be a waste. Still doesn't stop me from lusting for FWC or GFC, but I don't know how long my daughter would be okay sleeping in the same bed as mom and dad.

Big ass tent + cots might be the way.

Instead of the forklift, I should just convince my wife we'd be better served building a 30' x 40' shop that I can drive the truck into to offload the RTT. She'd definitely be supportive of that.

Yurt!

Also, 30’ x 40’? Why bother? Your wife and kid’ll fill that before you know it.

 

[Montana rider]

The Volkswagen Beetle "Super Bugger" Is a Quirky Miniature Camper Full of Character

The company that created the Super Bugger offered turn-key campers, as well as kits to allow regular Beetle owners to complete the conversion themselves

www.autoevolution.com

 

[jimmydean]

I saw what looked to be the same water filter I use on the ground by the truck. I looked and it seemed like my filter was fine. I turned on the water pump and I just hear water hitting the deck. Took another look and damn. Seems my filter housing shat the bed.

Seems it might have gotten a bit cold.

 

[OGRipper]

With any sort of trailer, including pop-ups, don't underestimate the hours you will need to expend on maintenance and upkeep.

This is true for any sort of trailer, yes, but also a Sprinter or other camper van, RV, slide-in camper, whatever. Pretty much every option includes a bunch of equipment and systems that will wear out, need maintenance, etc. Like many I find it generally worth it for the convenience and comfort, but it's a side of #vanlife people tend to gloss over. The initial investment is usually only the beginning...

 

[jimmydean]

It seems I failed to properly winterize my brand new water heater and now it's broken. I am really disappointed in myself, but it was a rush job that obviously shouldn't be rushed. Not sure if I can fix it, if someone else can fix it, or if I get to spend another $425 on a new one.


I was hoping it was just a busted water filter housing, but nope. All my pipes survived, just not the filter and heater.

 

[SkaredShtles]

It seems I failed to properly winterize my brand new water heater and now it's broken. I am really disappointed in myself, but it was a rush job that obviously shouldn't be rushed. Not sure if I can fix it, if someone else can fix it, or if I get to spend another $425 on a new one.


I was hoping it was just a busted water filter housing, but nope. All my pipes survived, just not the filter and heater.

"Buy a camper van," they said.

 

[jimmydean]

"Build a camper van," they said.

Ftfy.

 

[SkaredShtles]

Ftfy.

I mean... let's face it - that just takes the camper van idea and makes it worse.

 

[jimmydean]

I mean... let's face it - that just takes the camper van idea and makes it worse.

It really does. I've spent less building than buying, but the headache and effort are greater.

 

[OGRipper]

It really does. I've spent less building than buying, but the headache and effort are greater.

That's always true. But (1) you will know that vehicle inside out, which most buyers can't say (making DIY improvements and field repairs a bigger challenge) and (2) particularly in your case, you've got a truly unique vehicle, which counts for something. Which reminds me, it's been a bit seen we've seen pics of that glorious beast...

 

[jimmydean]

That's always true. But (1) you will know that vehicle inside out, which most buyers can't say (making DIY improvements and field repairs a bigger challenge) and (2) particularly in your case, you've got a truly unique vehicle, which counts for something. Which reminds me, it's been a bit seen we've seen pics of that glorious beast...

I keep the build folder mostly up to date and Google keeps it chronologically ordered so you can see my mistakes.

Frita Build

220 new items added to shared album

photos.app.goo.gl

 

[jdcamb]

My camper is still alive and resides next to my friend's garage. It is somewhat habitable. His mom smokes cigarettes in it.