Numerous packages had been ordered in Grand Marais and were set to arrive in Texas at the same time the Beamer and my van parents arrived. They planned on being in Texas for two weeks working on me with the goal of driving me back to Michigan and being able to stay/camp along the way. First went in the sound deadening material, followed by insulation. Then two 100 amp lithium batteries…..let me tell you, those babies were not cheap! But this is what van dad’s retirement is all about. He also installed the first of the charging systems for the batteries. It is a smart relay that allows the van alternator to charge the batteries and keep them separate so that the house electrical system wont run the starter battery down. He is VERY handy.
Putting in a bed was pretty important to my van mom. A first ever trip to Ikea nearly did my van parents in before they even got going, but they persevered and got the necessary parts and pieces to make a bed frame. Texas daughter had a memory foam mattress that needed to be replaced, so I am now sporting a very comfortable, classy mattress. Carpet remnant and a portable loo….we were ready for the road.