Now the fun part begins — converting my van into a camper. One of the big reasons I'm doing this is so that I have somewhere comfortable to sleep at night, not a deflated air mattress on the ground. A bed is the largest part of my setup, so it was the first thing IContinue reading "Building a Bed"
Phase 2
I did all the work on the van I could do myself. I got a recommendation to a reputable local shop to do the rest - parking brake, ABS sensor, and the inspection. It's all done, and it's legal, ready to hit the road! Perhaps the timing is fortuitous, with life basically canceled for theContinue reading "Phase 2"
Almost There (hopefully)
"What are we going to do this weekend, Brain?" "The same thing we do every weekend, Pinky. Try to make the van pass inspection." At least the weather cooperated, warm and sunny. I am firmly convinced that if I take my motorcycle out of storage to enjoy this early nice weather, it will cause threeContinue reading "Almost There (hopefully)"
And So It Begins…
I got a battery, then got a ride out to Derry, NH to pick up the van. (Thanks, Karen!) I installed the battery on site, started it up, and drove it home. It ran a little rough, even triggering a check engine light at one point, but after sitting for so long I'm sure thingsContinue reading "And So It Begins…"
#vanlife
It's funny how the last three times I've been looking for a vehicle, the more than perfect one has dropped in my lap for a great price at precisely the right time. First the Jetta, then the KLR, and now this - the 2003 Dodge van I just snagged yesterday. All along, I've been thinkingContinue reading "#vanlife"
