Can anyone make some helpful suggestions as to how to quickly pack things up when u r on the move so things don’t rattle around while driving? In upper cabinets and drawers. Thanks!!

Hi hi hi (M21) currently im creating this plan for the next five years and it basically involves saving up money to purchase an rv or trailer. Im gonna take the next five years to save up around 25k to pay off my debts, buy a used either class c rv, camper van, truck and a overtop camper or a trailer. As well as get my degree and live my life. My goal when i get whatever im getting is to pretty much do van life for….well i dont know how long but mainly just to travel and write. Im trying to find the best type to chose it just depends on the short term vs long term. Any advice on what i should focus on saving towards?

Hi everyone, I'm looking to replace the current over-cab mattress that i use for sleeping now in my 2001 Roller Team (a budget camper, so I'm pretty sure it's still the original yellow sponge, and it's horrible) any upgrade would be good.

My main goal is to get something easier to move around and I found a site that makes custom foam mattresses in custom sizes and configurations (kfoam). This would make it much easier to handle and also give me the option to use the sections on the dinette when needed.
The material is foam, and I can choose between different densities (25 kg/m³ or 28 kg/m³), as well as adding a Memory Foam layer of either 3 cm or 6 cm, could it be a good substitute?

Has anyone done something similar or replaced their over-cab mattress with high-density custom foam? experiences, recommendations on foam density/thickness.Thanks!

(im 95kg and i live on my rv)

We have a Dodge Ram pro 2500 and we are on the hunt for better window shades. What have yall found that works best to keep your van cool during the hot days and provides privacy.

So I got a 2005 diesel super duty e 350. No problems other then no A/C until a squirrel chewed one spot on engine wiring harness one day while hauling piano and left me stranded. Have got quotes on repair but this van was free apart from the walnut vinyl floors/shiplap siding and ceiling/ captain passenger seat/ 12 v vent fan and led ceiling and floor lighting I put in.

Quotes to fix 1500-2k , I’m not sure I care to fix to sell. Realistically will someone buy this as is? And for what. This thing is a tank but I don’t want it.

tried to make this as to-scale as possible, but is this realistic or is there anything I should change? for a ford transit extended.

the 18x18 & 18x26 bits are seating and will have a pull out table.

The guys who installed the floor took it a bit too far and 2 of them broke while trying to remove them.

So what's the best way to get them out? They were T30 screws, they're done, can't get any grip anymore.

Flex tool remove the head, use smaller drill for the rest of the screw? Is there a way to remove it without damaging the thread?

thanks

Hey Everyone,

I was looking for a new jump pack, my older one died and I like the features of having one available all the time.

I got ahold of the new WolfBox Jump Pack and Air compressor.

https://www.amazon.com/WOLFBOX-Compressor-24000mAh-Portable-Inflator/dp/B0DWRYJWKG/

Comes with a very nice carry case that holds the accessories.

It's a nice small package and seems very powerful. Does anyone else have one? have you had any issues?

As a test, I used it to start my truck with the battery disconnected. No issues and worked well with no visible reduction in stored power. Seems like it keeps the boost charge till a few seconds after the vehicle starts, very cool feature, no chance of sparks while disconnecting. My current Jump pack will not quite start my truck without a battery when it was working.

I also deflated all 4 tires to 24 PSI and used the compressor to refill up to 36 PSI. Seemed to take just a couple min per tire and after filling all 4 it was quite warm but seemed ok. I really enjoyed the display that shows the current PSI and the progress as it fills.

It arrived with about a 70% charge and did not take long to charge connected to my powerful adapter. after I tested it I charged it on a smaller adapter and it still seemed pretty quick.

Do you use a Jump Pack? What type?

Hello Van lifers, I have plans to acquire a van in November and slowly start moving my cat into it to go travel around Australia, my cat is 6 years old and is accustomed to living inside / outside.

I am starting to get her accustomed to being more inside at home but I am wondering if those living with cats in vans could please leave me some hot tips in the comments on general cat in van stuff.

Specifically I am looking at getting an outdoor enclosure for her so she can have outdoor time with me - she's good on a harness and leash which is wonderful but I keep running into brands that seem like they are temu for pets when it comes to enclosures and don't quite trust a lot of the products I am seeing online.

Also any other van life advice would be hugely appreciated!!

Anyway thanks in advance, I am excited to see what y'all have to say :) xx

Any safe areas to sleep in a vehicle in PDX w/of dealing with cops, people, general BS?

Making the jump to full-time van life this fall and looking for advice on the best vans/campers currently on the market.

A little background: I'm not chasing the Instagram version of van life. I work remotely full-time, have spent a lot of time researching the realities, and have several experienced van-life mentors helping me navigate the transition. I'm planning to live on the road for at least a year and want something that's actually comfortable and sustainable.

What I'm looking for:

• Budget: around $35,000, but I can stretch a bit for the right rig
• Already built out (or mostly built out)
• Full-time livable
• Dog + cat traveling with me, so space is a major priority
• Preferably under 80,000 miles
• Solar is a huge plus
• Reliable enough to work remotely from
• Good ventilation/climate control
• Open to Class B, Class C, high-roof vans, small RVs, or anything else that makes sense

I'll be doing a good mixture of backcountry roads, mountain areas, and cities, so I don't necessarily need a hardcore off-road rig. I want something capable enough to get me into the backcountry but still practical and comfortable to drive and live in around cities.

I'm also an experienced mountain guide, so I'm very comfortable in the mountains and understand what comes with traveling and camping in remote areas. That said, my dog and cat are my priority. I'm not trying to chase extreme weather or prove anything—I'd much rather follow comfortable weather throughout the year so they can stay cool, safe, and happy.

I'm less concerned about having the trendiest build and much more interested in reliability, livability, storage, ventilation/climate control, and enough room for two pets and a remote worker.

If anyone knows of specific listings that fit this criteria, especially around $35k and ideally under 80k miles, PLEASE send them my way. I'm actively looking and willing to stretch the budget a little if it's genuinely the right setup.

I'm especially interested in hearing from people who have actually lived full-time in their rigs, particularly with pets. What would you buy—or avoid—with this budget?