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This community is for asking questions and holding discussions about living in a Van. Discuss batteries, generators, heating, air conditioning, food & cooking, staying safe on the journey, and more.
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1d ago
Great weather cool nights & warm days, great fun, peak fall colors. I bet I introduced 100+ to bear hunting & I really miss it ..read more
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2d ago
I was told Diesel #2? (I think I am remembering the name of the fuel accurately) is the right fuel for a 2022 Sprinter. What's the correct fuel? I went to a Chevron in northern Nevada and they said they didn't have it. I went to a Maverick station and they had it. If this is the correct fuel, is it generally available or do I have to go to truck stops to find it ..read more
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3d ago
I can't get to (and probably can't afford) a Mercedes dealership to buy a folding or other portable screen for windshield to protect from sun while parked. Where could I buy one on the road? I will be driving from northern Nevada to Southern California. I could also look online, but then I have to stay in one place long enough to get the mail.
Sorry if this is too basic, but I am completely inexperienced in these matters. Thanks for any suggestions ..read more
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3d ago
What does it take to run your Hiace on biodiesel? Has anyone completed a conversion, or run it on biodiesel on warm days ..read more
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3d ago
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4d ago
I'm not sure this is a great deal but it shows $900 off with good ratings.
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4d ago
Manjufacturers market these batteries as having a 3000 to 5000 cycle life and or a 10 year lifespan. The strength of these types of batteries - the BMS (Battery Management System) - is also their weakness. Also, while the battery itself is marketed as lasting over 10 years, they generally carry only a 5 year warranty. Why is this?
If the BMS might fail after 5 years, then why don't manufacturers make these 10+ Year batteries with a Replaceable BMS? instead of consumers being stuck with a...
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5d ago
Now this is an idea that I've had for a while but never could seem to put it together. But then at the store yesterday when I was heading out to my campsite I found these Folgers coffee bags. Woke up to 38° temperature and was able to easily put together some hot coffee. It's not too bad and definitely hits the spot ..read more
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5d ago
So I recently put 4 100 watt pannels on my minivan and now 80% of the entire roof is just pannels. I do have two different spaces that is about 2-3 inches between pannels (pannels are attached to steel angle then mounted to the roof rails via U bolt so this gap was needed) Plus I have some space in front but might be getting to close to the windsheild so might be a bad idea...
But I was thinking about what impact would it have to put in say 4 small fans like USB computer fans and I would...
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5d ago
I almost turned my old Dodge Grand Caravan into a Tesla, yup
I used to magnetically attach my work iPhone for navigation, but the screen was too small for my imperfect vision. Long could not find a good small-sized tablet with GPS, but finally found this one: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006379457345.html. Although I bought mine a little more expensive on Amazon for faster shipping and easier return in case I didn't like it.
Without the case it weighs the same as my iPhone...
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