I may have said before, I don't like too many choices. I only shopped 1 apartment before I signed the lease. I only test drove 1 car before I applied for the loan. ((and, ironically, I only really dated 1 man before I married, and later, divorced him in exchange for a magnificent, exciting, fulfilling LIFE! Maybe I should revisit this First Choice thing..))
I digress.
I'm still heavily researching my camping rig. My father owns a 19' Scamp gooseneck camper. I've been in it. It's charming. It's efficient. It seems complete. So I thought to myself...I'm gonna get one of those!
Except. I'd rip out the toilet and put in a composting one. Before you get squeamish, know that a) they don't stink; in fact they smell like healthy earth; b) black water tanks are much higher maintenance and problems-in-wait c) they're easily removable so one can doo their dooty out in nature if they so choose and d) they're very very earth friendly. Here's a video that speaks to these points. And another video that brings up even more excellent points!!
So, toilet gone. Next, I'd need a truck to haul it. I've never owned a truck. I don't know jack diddly about trucks. Diesel? Gas? Crew cab? Extended cab? Full bed? Short bed? 6.2 liters? 7.6? Ugh. Too much. And, if I had this setup, how boondock-ready could I be? ((boon docking is essentially living off grid on BLM or forestry service land or some other "unregulated" land))
I tried to tell myself I knew what I wanted. But it wasn't resonating deeply inside me. There's something else, another setup that I'm meant to inhabit.
Then! I saw this gal's site on Facebook, which led me to her Instagram. Oh my, all frills aside, I just LOVED this little rig. And it seemed much more affordable than a new truck and trailer!
Turns out there are a ton of sites to buy used shuttle or school busses.. Things to consider: length. I don't think I need to go beyond a 20-passenger rig. Handicap ramp: Nope. I don't want to sacrifice wall space or invite a mechanical problem down the road. Overhead storage: Heck yes!! or find some at salvage if they aren't included. Cockpit layout: I want to have room to add another seat next to the driver seat. For when I have company.
PublicSurplus.com has live auctions.
Canyon State Bus Sales is local to me, so I can look at it and kick a tire or two..
Creative Bus Sales is a definite option also, and they're national with multiple locations.
A - Z Bus Sales has a nice inventory with lots of variety.
This names a few. And don't discount CraigsList and other local options.
I've been lapping up the knowledge that's on YouTube. Here are a few of my favorite channels:
Enigmatic Nomadics. A fit single fella with a seemingly altruistic heart. He interviews all sorts of nomads from all walks of life. Tons of knowledge to glean here.
CheapRVLiving features Bob, a truly introverted man who consistently steps out of his comfort zone to interview more types of nomads. He has an interesting story, as his inspiration to create his channel was born from a homeless woman and her children living out of her car. He wants to see single, homeless women succeed. Quirky, funny guy.
Panda Monium. A single lady who I'm not as acquainted with as the above gents.
Finally, Caravan Carolyn, another single lady with some quirks and silliness, but still a great resource!
Here's some ear candy, by recommendation, about finding oneself in this world. Follow your heart, don't follow the culture or crowd - be your own person.
