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Is the F22 is your van related to the F22 in the S2000? What about a second gen Odyssey? I still see plenty of the second gen around, but I've read negatives about the automatic in the second Gen.

Would you say the Odyssey is easier to work on then? The Honda J series seems pretty str8 forward but the downside is having a timing belt.

I'm not sure lmao. When nature calls it's all about common sense.... don't drink a lot before bed. I have always kept an old oj jug to use in the event I need to go. If I have to do #2 I just get out if it's late at night and go into the woods with baby wipes. The trick is to do it in an area...

Why wouldn't 4k get me much? As previously stated I'm looking at a second generation Sienna, which is from 2003-2010 or a second gen Sequoia. 2011+ is out of my range unless deflation further affects the used auto market due to repos. The primary focus is space and reliability. There's plenty of...

I decided to create this thread as a separate from my Van Life choosing a vehicle thread. To separate the two complex topics. I'm looking to get some insight on how to buy a used car from a private seller. There are so many variables with high mileage vehicles, such as how or has the...

Nissan is a nay for me. Too many problems with many of their models. The JATCO automatics are junk. The VG and VQ have carbon buildup issues. I read further about the SMOD issue. It's a severe defect in the design of the radiator that ultimately ruins your trans. Nissan has never put out a...

I keep an old OJ jug in my rig if I need to go late at night. The trick is to not drink a lot before bed. For women it's a bit different, but there are ways pee based on YouTube videos of female Van Lifers.

You can do anything tbh. Living in a van or SUV isn't that big of a difference as long as you have a system. It's pretty much common sense. Planet fitness for the most part is open 24/7 with the exception of a few locations closing at 9pm on Friday to Sunday. Planet fitness is my go to for...

My budget will probably be 4k which seems to be the average price of a used Sienna 2nd gen or Sequoia 1st/2nd gen with 150k-200k miles. I'm looking at the cheapest reliable option to get out of Chicago asap. Too much crime.

Those vans are hard to come by with questionable longevity. Why is it hard to sleep in a SUV? I slept in my Mazda CX-5 very comfortably. With the seats still intact but folded down. When I get my new rig I'm pulling the back seats out for a flat surface to put in a diy plywood platform and then...

I first push a sheet of reflectix against the inside of a window. Then I use a marker to stencil around the window. Once I have all of my windows stenciled and cut I then spray glue one side and lay it onto the fabric. Let it sit for 20 minutes then cut around for the end result. It's cheap and...

I typically pick hotel parking lots, but I get out and walk to see if there are any passes in other vehicles that would indicate that there's security or a towing company. I also park in mall garages during the day if I want to sleep, but I set my alarm to go off when the mall is closing. The...

Yes, the pay sucks and now that oil is getting more expensive I don't see it as a viable option. I just want to get something that has a reliable service record that is paid off. I would just work a restaurant gig here and there or perhaps hotel guest service. I just want to relax and not have...

True, I will have some upkeep that is necessary, but I don't want the trans to fail or major internal issues with the motor such as excessive oil consumption. Seals will have leaks, but they are far cheaper to replace.

The Mazda 5 is an option the MZR motor within it is reliable, but for the price of a used Mazda 5 vs a used Sienna the Sienna is more space for roughly the same cost as the 5. Prii wouldn't work. They're far too small. I've camped out of an Accord, and Mazda 3. Both are uncomfortable to sleep in...

Typically when I look for a place to park and crash for the night I look during the day and return at night if I think it could be a promising place to sleep in peace. I've always done reconnaissance drives to scout out locations. The bathroom isn't so much of a concern for me. I just keep an...

I'm concerned with insulation. I've only considered staying in the in the cabin for stealth reasons. If i did the back of a pickup it would be a safety concern with exiting and entering discreetly. There's also the quick accessibility tip start and drive off if there's danger or spooky feelings...

Hi Everyone, I'm having a difficult time picking a vehicle for nomadic Van Life. I've done this lifestyle for 2 years in my Mazda CX-5 turbo, but unfortunately the vehicle was totaled. I moved to Chicago for the accessibility purposes that mass transit provides. I'm having a difficult time...