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First time reader here - another early stage NJ van build bud just switched me on to you guys. I’m thinking you can answer a question we both are struggling with…..

Who do you insure your DIY van build with? So far we are finding dead ends in NJ.

Hoping you can help!

Thanks!!

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Hi there - first time commenter here. Having stumbled upon Substack and then your blog only about a month ago, I’ve been drinking in your long adventure practically in one big gulp and I just caught up to “live” today with your most recent post. As a lover of both words and travel your blog hit the sweet spot for me and I simply have to give kudos where kudos are due. I’ve so enjoyed getting a glimpse of your many adventures but more so you sharing with honesty and vulnerability the impact of your journey on you as a person.

Also in our early 50’s, my wife and I are in the dreaming phase of what our future adventures will be. Ours is likely to be of the slow travel international country hopping variety rather than your van life situation, but it seems the process to get there will need to be the same: dream, decide, plan, plan some more, prepare, leap, execute, adjust, and enjoy.

Your stories were deeply inspiring and a reminder that you can make stuff happen if you really want it badly enough. So, thank you!

Sadly, my binging is over, so now I guess I just have to sit back and impatiently wait for your next post...😉

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I'm looking forward to the next jacking upgrade that will use a MEMS level and microprocessor to one-button level the van. Loved all the details and pictures! ;-)

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Great job Tom. That engineering degree really helps with the troubleshooting.

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Only Tom. I was thinking what about the ARC support jack crosslink arrangement for leveling and pew tried lines for the water filters?

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Love reading the post and all your doing. We travel full time in a toyhauler. It’s almost been a year on the road.

I actually really want that side step for our RAM250. And the filter ideas have me thinking

While parked this winter we did put in an OGO compost toilet.

Works great so far

We love it

And no no smells.

We are in Quartzsite Arizona still soaking up the sun. Very windy and actually very chilly this year.

Eventually may head to New Mexico.

Then up to the north west

Safe travels to you three ~

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