How To Get Off Grid in a Vintage Travel Trailer

In case any of you were wondering how the heck to buy your own little vintage travel trailer, pimp it out and hit the road...here is a simple little How-To Guide I just wrote for The Traveler's Notebook, one of the best travel websites out there.  Check out the full story here.

Here's a quick sample bite from the story...
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HOW TO GET OFF GRID IN A VINTAGE TRAVEL TRAILER
It’s so simple to buy a cheap vintage travel trailer and experience a whole new way of living that I’m stunned more folks haven’t figured it out. Is it a big secret? Too intimidating? It is considered kooky? Well, if you’ve ever dreamed of ditching it all and heading south of the border, here’s a handy guide to get you started on the road to freedom.

1. Acknowledge the Beast Within

Oh, you know what I’m talking about. That little sing-song voice inside calling out when you least expect it. It’s saying, “Are you kidding me, this is my life? Is this all there is? And, I pay how much rent for this dumpy apartment?” If you can just answer with “It’s time to change things” the next time the monster kicks in, you might find yourself calling a tin can box home. And, trust me, you will be the envy of everyone you come into contact with.

2. Research Galore

There are a bundle of websites out there with vintage trailers for sale. You can buy one already restored or you can buy a way old-school one and put your own flair into it. I opted for my own flair. Going this do-it-yourself route allowed me the opportunity to explore options I might not have run across. Things to think about: Do you really need a bathroom? How important is a fridge vs. icebox? Is a shower imperative? For me, none of these things mattered and by not giving a hoot about luxuries, I managed to save loads of money.

**You can read the rest of the story on via the above link and seriously, I cannot wait to get back to CAmer to resume my journey. Just a few more months now....mst

Comments

[Misty]

Hi, here is the link for Matador's Traveler's Notebook. Enjoy.
Also check out tincanrebel.com
This is where I found mine!

http://thetravelersnotebook.com/how-to/how-to-get-off-grid-in-a-vintage-travel-trailer/

mst

[Dawn]

Hey Misty,

we're checking out a vintage 14' trailer that a friend of mine is selling, and I've been trying to link to your "how to" guide on the traveler's notebook... but everytime it shuts me down! Any idea what gives? Any other way to link to your guide? I also tried going directly to the notebook site and linking from there -- no luck.

Hope all is well with you in lala land. Looking forward to your future posts from MX! Thanks --Dawn

[John Hardin]

That is sooo cool! I've been driving to Houston for a class this weekend. I'm driving something a bit larger but no where near as cool. Well, okay, its pretty cool too. Been checking you BLOG daily. Always puts a big smile on me face. Thanks, Juan