What's it like to buy a used UHaul truck, make it livable, and quit your job for the van life? In this episode, I catch up with my friend Mike, who did just that. From stealth parking to finding a summer job, it's a great conversation.

My apologies for taking so long to get this episode out to you. I think it is worth the wait.

In this episode, I'll be talking about setting up my 2011 Chrysler Town & Country for a month-long vanlife adventure. Keep in mind, I'm doing this in the month of January and I'm spending the month in northern Wisconsin. In fact, it's -7% Fahrenheit as I'm writing this.

I'll tell you why I went the no-build route for now, what it cost, and how long it took. I'll also tell you what I like and what I'd change. Although I may do a build when I'm done working full-time, this no-build camper is just the thing to get me where I want to go when I'm not trucking.

There's a lot to consider if you're looking at a diesel-powered vanlife rig. Trust me, I know about this. I've owned several cars and pickups with diesel engines. I've also been driving semi trucks for decades.

Things to consider with diesel include;

• Higher initial cost
• higher maintenance
• The price per gallon is always more
• The additional cost of diesel exhaust fluid
• Plugging it in during the winter
• Who's going to work on it

Buck's new van. That's right. Even though I'm still a good 3 years off from spending significant time in anything but a bit rig, I stepped up and purchased a new-to-me van. You'll have to listen for details.