Vandwelling 101 -- Personal updates

It's been a while since I wrote this blog regularly.  A lot of things happened in my life,  including my van down constantly for over 6 months.  

Just as I was ready to get on the interstate for a trip that's been postponed month after month,  again my van didn't start.  This time it's just a V-belt, and was a bit harder to find the correct size. It's a 48 hour $11 delay.  I am so grateful it was literally 5 minutes before I left,  that it's an easy and inexpensive fix. 

New batteries,  new fuel pump,  new alternator, 2 starters, oil change,  and everything ok.  The correct belt on Monday.

I'm so excited to be back traveling finally.  I only planned on staying one month. 

So finally,  Monday,  i start off once again

See you down the road,

JustLou 

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Vandwelling 101 - When Your Van Breaks Down

Someone asked me what do you do when you're broken down.  Lol.  I've spent most of the last eight months one problem after another. 

First, go directly to store or lot owner and be honest. I've a fixed income.  I've had to wait for mechanics.  Up to a month or three non running van.  

Keep exterior area clean.  Whether you or others.  I've picked up trash left by others.  

Don't have people congregate where you are.  Don't cook or sit a chair outside.  Don't leave food waste or human waste or dump bunches gray water. 

It's basic common sense.  I had to tow away to different spot twice.  Better than having an issue.  Both times were because of someone else. 

You just communicate,  do your best,  and as long as you're doing something about it,  generally you'll manage to work it out.  

See ya down the road, 

JustLou

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