DIY Composting Toilet For Boondocking/Camping - Also, New "Car Drawers" and Utrai Jstar3 Jumpstarter

We feature a DIY composting toilet for boondocking and we also built in kitchen drawers in the back of our car with a handy cooktop and a place for our propane cook stove. These things make camping and road trips a lot easier with our converted cargo trailer camper. As usual we talk about being safe and self sufficient and show you our latest gadget which is a Utrai portable jump starter in case your car's battery is dead. We're Leaving Winter in Montana and heading south for Lake Havasu and Quartzsite, AZ! Hope to see you there!
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Getting out on the road is what Linda and I love to do with our converted cargo trailer camper. We're part time nomads and the nomadic lifestyle suits us to a Tee. Whether your RV is a camper van, camp trailer, travel trailer, motorhome or just a car and a tent, there's going to be something interesting for you in the videos we produce. Back roads and overlanding are part of what we do while exploring the western states for beautiful, peaceful and sometimes remote places to camp on BLM and National Forest land (public land). Taking care of ourselves as much as possible and doing our own repairs is a must because we travel on a fixed income and a limited budget. If your into being off-grid and boondocking whenever possible then you'll appreciate the discussions on batteries, solar panels and solar chargers or power stations. Come on along, we're happy to have your company!
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[@gonagain]

I guess I should have mentioned that you dispose of the toilet contents by dumping it in a plastic bag (biodegradable bags are available) and put it in a dumpster like a big diaper. Nuff said.

[@jeffreygraf3358]

Just the question I was going to ask. Thanks.

[@capjim5903]

Wow this is like the crappiest video you have done!! Just teasing. Sawdust tip is great.

[@paulwhite9848]

Hi safe travels

[@larrytucker222]

Do you have AC in your trailer? If not, how do you keep cool?

[@brucegeary6705]

Hmm. Thanks. That answered my ?. You guys are great. By the way. I assume you about my age. And I applaud you.

[@debbiecurtis4146]

Horse-y girl here, suggesting instead of buying those expensive (by comparison) animal bedding packages for small animals, spend $6-$7 on a large, 3 cu. ft. compressed, bale of pine shavings you can buy at Agway or Tractor Supply for horse bedding. Just scoop some out in a bag or a small tub to take with you, and if you don't use it all and want it out of the way, use it to kindle a fire, as mulch, etc. On a bare stall, two bales shaken out makes a nice deep bedding, so there is a lot in one. AND - Kudos for being the first people I've seen who are smart enough to use shavings or sawdust as 'bedding'. All horse folks know that with shavings, stalls don't smell like pee. With straw, you have absorbancy, but it stinks. Great job with your videos!

[@MrMarkAMartin]

Smart! Practical! Simple. They call them composting toilets to make them feel better and to cost more. haha

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Peat moss bought in a bail is so dry it repels water until it sits to soak up liquid, it’s great for my bucket toilet, get it in the garden area, it is cheap and lasts a long time. It’s easy to haul around because it’s compressed. Coconut coir works good too, comes in small compressed bricks but cost more. Bales of animal bedding, which is wood shavings can be bought at a feed store cheap. They sell toilet seats that snap on a 5 gallon bucket and it’s lid snaps shut, in the camping section. Have a great trip !!!

[@grovermartin6874]

The animal bedding is a great suggestion. Made just for the purpose! Major problem with peat moss, aside from repelling moisture for too long, is that it's not a renewable resource. Sawdust, we got.

[@jackiegfeller]

Egads, Linda has to be the luckiest woman in camping history! Great stove idea! Wowser!

[@karlcostigan7633]

Drawers slide on carpet, What a Great Idea! Thanks!!!

[@gonagain]

You bet!

[@hg2.]

Thanks for making! This looks like the way to go. (No pun intended.)

[@izifaddag8221]

Love your videos. Opti Idle is a smart idling system that was used in Semi trucks when I used to drive them. It was quite common. The truck would idle for heating and cooling purposes. It would also start up to protect the engine if the truck was not in use. As for the toilet I built a toilet for my truck years ago and customised it to fit in a closet space. When I moved into my cargo carrier camper I customized it again a little and it is totally hidden. No smells and easy to access. It is a wood box. It has such a strong lid it can be used as a step stool or seat. Inside the lid is another lid. Inside that is a cut down regular bucket. When the internal lid is closed there is a steel removable sheet of steel which seals the hole. The regular toilet seat with its lid holds it in place. Then the strong main lid comes down. It just looks like a box with a a carpeted lid at that point. I use a mixture of Tractor Supply wood pellets and ordinary kitty litter. Both very cheap and last a long long time. Inside the bucket I use 2 plastic supermarket shopping bags one inside the other. They then go inside the bucket. The "handles" and the tops of the bags fold over the top of the bucket. Everything is trapped by the lid and sealed with the steel plate. To empty I lift the handles up, snip the sides of the bags and tear them down a bit. They are then tied up and placed in the garbage. Been using this method for 14 years and I have never had a problem.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for the detailed explanation. This might also be a good option for someone looking to build their own.

[@izifaddag8221]

@@gonagain I am absolutely surprised and honored that you would reply to me. Thank you. I love you, your wife and great videos. That one you did on security and padlocks was a real eye opener. I also paid attention to the one when your camper was stalked by a mountain lion. I also use a converted enclosed cargo carrier. 12x6 V nose. It is a constant work in progress and your video on making a shower was helpful. I used a different method but the principle was the same.

[@user-1A-2A]

As a prepper, i practiced with the same composting setup until the bucket was full, approx 2 weeks for one person, 1 week for two. It proved to be excellent. No odor, and easy dump into a dug hole on my property. Not messy. Women may need an extended urine diverter. I made one out of a female plastic urine funnel. I put on a camping toilet seat during and removed to set aside between uses. I like your idea of the gamma lid and will try it. I am happy to see your video and such great proven tips and tricks. Thx!

[@gonagain]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge Chris.

[@ruthanderson1758]

Like the kitchen set-up, especially the hole for the stove.

[@SoonerGirlTravels]

I Always look forward to your newest videos. You are a relaxing couple in a chaotic world.

[@gonagain]

Being relaxed these days is getting harder Sooner Girl. Nice job with the VW!

[@mrs.onyango6504]

That utrai battery jump looks like a great gadget!

[@gonagain]

It is, especially living in an area where batteries can go dead during the winter. We're glad we have one.

[@martykong3592]

Glad you are somewhere warmer! Thanks MUCH for another great share and had to LMAO at Linda is RIGHT!, we old hippies can't carry rocks let alone get up there! Learn so much from you and your great shares and videos, bougtht a Bluettis 50S even without an RV or camper anymore.. so I will still look for a smaller Van or like what you travel in too... Take care and safe travels, enjoy better weather and Cheers from PNWest! :)

[@gonagain]

Thanks Marty, we're currently back in Montana getting ready to go again. Thank for watching!

[@eliseambres3776]

The jump starter is really essential gadge while camping! Thank you Gonagain!

[@zhaobenjamin7025]

I don’t use it for camping. I mainly use it in winter. The battery is easy to dead in winter.

[@Jixton]

I’ve ask for both those subjects couple mounts ago, I will watch this video with my wife as soon as I get home tonight!

[@gonagain]

You're one of the reasons I did it!

[@Jixton]

@@gonagain thanks! I appreciate it very much. I just sent you a message on Facebook messenger about it.

[@wrbruce6100]

Always glad to see you two making another video. No matter what a person does, you have to put the time in to see what works and what doesn’t. You two have got it down pat. You two have definitely got the spirit of adventure in your blood. Take care

[@gonagain]

These feet were made to wonder. I think it's a blessing but some see it as a curse.

[@cdlady54_95]

Great video. I watched your previous videos also upgrading the toilet and Linda showing your daughter the new kitchen, which is fantastic! Loved Linda using tbe battery jumper. You two are an ideal couple. Thank you for sharing and be safe.

[@gonagain]

Thanks, cdLady54. We sure do like the new kitchen set up, especially when we're stopping just to make some coffee.

[@stebnalang2824]

Linda is the best!

[@jimb5113]

If you can travel deserted areas with a woman carrying a gun and feel safe She must be a really good woman.

[@hg2.]

Would like to see some landscapes and camera pans of the places you're staying at. Helps us get a "fix" on the places you stay.

[@Gnightsmart]

Good tips on composting and the UTRAI Jstar 3 Car Jump Starter! I paused to check out and buy the jump starter. Back to composting for a moment, you may know there is a seat made for five gallon buckets, but what you're using looks to work just fine. I've gotta finish this video to see how you built and set up the galley! Very much enjoying you two appreciating the wonders of where you are. Inspiring! Thank you both, and I look forward to your other videos. Safe travels and God bless you both.

[@gonagain]

Thanks Gnightsmart!

[@msgtjim4692]

Good to see that you are off to warmer climates. Like the improvements in the rear of your SUV, especially how you made it to hold your small stove. Definitely more stable and safer than those small stands they typically come with. You all be safe, soak up some Vitamin D and enjoy the warmer temps. I'll get there yet. Not this year, but I'm making plans for next winter, if the good Lord keeps me around that long.

[@gonagain]

I sure hope to run into you down here MSgt.

[@Cruzinsusan5101]

Love these video's I just found on all of your tips and tricks and DIY and where you go. You two are special people! This is right down my Alley! Thanks for sharing all your wisdom and experience! That extra board with a hole for the stove is ingenius and fits perfectly around your tail-light! Wowza!!

[@gonagain]

It's been working out great for us too.

[@mariesonoma]

Thanks so much. I'm in a semi and I have my own bucket. 🚚🌹🎶 Keep rollin. Love you guys

[@eileenmcloughlin4778]

In my off grid cabin I use somewhat the same bathroom set up, except I put extrastrong garbage bags, from hardware stores, inside my bucket and do both (businesses) in the bucket then toss it when it is full. I live in a forested area and their are a lot of sawmills and I purchase sawdust from local mills for ONE DOLLAR for a 50 pound bag. Thanks for your video.

[@gonagain]

Good information Eileen, thank you.

[@charlottewilson4680]

Great little set up.

[@EnisudR]

Kitty litter is a good absorbent, too

[@garretlewis4103]

Sure does. It is what we use for our bucket toilet. We also line our bucket with a plastic bag prior to using it. Put the plastic bag in. A little base of kitty litter and there you go.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

That's what we use. We have both the Reliance Luggable Loo and their hassock style. Had the latter for many years, used for camping and when the well pump or power fails due to storms. I use cat litter based on corn products and have recently bought one based on pine pellets to try. Read good reviews on those pellets. I also line each of these toilets with heavy duty trashbags, which does help to keep the toilet much cleaner and the best way we've found to empty & dispose of the contents.

[@gonagain]

That's interesting to learn. We quit using regular cat litter because of its weight and the fact that it turns to mud.

[@a.w.thompson4001]

Walnut shell cat litter works for our cats. I'm allergic to strong fragrances, so I really like unscented natural litter.

[@2003mandiman]

Pine in itself well help with odour and minimising the growth of bacteria... but when I've used it for cats litter, it takes so much more to cover the poop (every now and then I can't remove poop right away due to physical health, so covering has to do as a short term solution) I don't like admitting the above about myself, but see in this case how its relevance can be useful... I personally recommend pine sawdust, or soft pellets at a pinch. ... if I were camping, I'd probably use what nature itself has to offer and bury it 😊🕊💗🌏

[@georgewashington938]

I like the simple toilet

[@johnduke9894]

We do something similar in our 6x12 but, no pun intended, we have started using pelletized horse bedding from Tractor Supply in the bucket. Works great! Come on over to Big Bend National Park about the first week in March and check out the desert bluebonnets and stuff with us...😁 We also did similar drawers in the bed of the pickup. Don't know how we did without them for all those years...

[@gonagain]

I'll look for those pellets to try. We'd love to see the bloom down there.

[@jodyseaman1885]

Like your kitchen setup. Such a good idea having that hole for your stove. So much safer and you can see what's cooking.

[@ErikHeller-sg8sw]

Howdy Rick, Hello Linda, Ya Made It!!! Gone from the Cold Back to some Heat. Good. I Hope to see you at the Festival, Still not sure if I should break-away from 'building'?? (Many supplies Needed are 'Out of Stock') I like the Groovy Kitchen Set-Up you designed. Clever. Also, I'm going to Git Me One, That 'Jump Start Pak'. Can't Believe I haven't been carrying one. OK, Be Safe & God Bless ✌🤗 🌠

[@gonagain]

Erik, we'll be back in Quartzsite for the Big Tent sometime after the 16th.

[@brucepaterson7752]

I love the Galley addition. I have something similar for my tools, I cut strips of Teflon cutting boards and use them for slides. i have one drawer that's probably 150lbs and it slides like greased lightning. Also a bit of paste wax will help. just a suggestion. Regards, Bruce, from The Blue mountains Ontario Canada

[@gonagain]

Thanks for those tips Bruce, the drawers are a little heavy for Linda.

[@gordonvanlieshout8134]

Once you have the final design down. You can cover and edge the surface and edges with Formica. Most any carpenter could do this for you. You could do it yourself also. Great idea you came up with to solve your problem.

[@gringo3009]

Great job on the kitchen!

[@chrislincoln489]

Glad to see y'all are still out having fun.

[@jimmybutler3728]

Your question can be answered on you tube videos, and your own ideas are good for those that do not think it out for them selves, good video , keep safe both of you...

[@gonagain]

Thank you Jimmy!

[@jimmybutler3728]

@@gonagain Thank you both...

[@patriciabasey-gibson3894]

Thank you, for creativity. So glad I found you two. We want to get back on the road we have a pop-up. Move up from tenting. Ford Expedition got rear ended. Still trying to save to get another. Granddaughter still asking when are we going. Please keep making these informative videos. God Bless and Keep Safe. Trish 4/4/2021. Happy Easter.

[@gonagain]

Thank you Trish!

[@wrxs1781]

Good video, have fun on your trip down south. When you live in the north warm weather is definitely a retirees tonic.

[@gonagain]

You're so right about that!

[@sandygannon8552]

We use cocoa core and cedar shavings. Works great

[@explorer867]

Fun video Rick. Thank you for sharing and stay safe

[@gonagain]

Sure miss you guys!

[@explorer867]

@@gonagain I'm sure our paths will cross again one of these days. We will look forward to it. Have a great week and say hi to Linda for us.

[@dutchmiller7778]

Very good drawer system I think

[@gonagain]

Thanks Dutch.

[@slimpickings3763]

Thats a very nice design in the drawer setup, you should do a build video

[@christianawise2056]

Wished we would have had more time to visit. Your videos are down to earth, inspiring, and knowledgeable. Stay safe and continue to enjoy your life’s journey. With much respect from the Kansas couple who “chased you down” at Imperial Dam. Brian & Christy

[@gonagain]

Well hello Christy and Brian! Yes, it would have been very nice to have spent some time visiting. We stayed one night back behind where we met and then headed for the Ajo area. We're not going back to Montana anytime soon... At least that's our plan.

[@teresaf5480]

Sweet idea for your kitchen thanks for sharing. I need one of those lids on my bucket. Thanks for another enjoyable video 👍🏻👍🏻

[@gonagain]

You are so welcome!

[@brucegeary6705]

Looking at you toilet bucket top. Made me think. Step daughter has a big dog food storage container with the same top. That might make a great toilet in the near future

[@betweentherumblestripswithchri]

My wife and I really enjoy your videos. They are so informative. When we saw this one we were in Craggy Wash. Would have been nice to share a pot of coffee ☕ under the night sky.

[@gonagain]

Next time Chris!

[@georgiacorey954]

Ty for sharing & much cheaper than kitty litter.

[@tm8747]

. .always here to help.

[@robertdwyer6647]

Linda is funny. Appreciate your vids.

[@gonagain]

Thanks Robert.

[@garywells3874]

Brilliant idea for the stove shelf.

[@davekeil9987]

I really enjoy your videos and I envy your trips! Thank you for taking the time ton make them.

[@gonagain]

Thanks for watching Dave!

[@glenschumannGlensWorkshop]

Nice job on the kitchen!

[@gonagain]

Thanks Glen!

[@soulful2393]

Thanks again. Linda's lucky to have such a handy guy. Stayed in Bullhead City some years ago. Visited Quartzsite. Weather's a changin... but still nicer than snow and ice.

[@gonagain]

That's right and at least we can get out and move around down here.

[@PLAYEATTRAVEL]

Ingenious stove setup! Love it

[@gonagain]

Thanks! 👍

[@badgerpa9]

i could use one of those jump start boxes, I have a van with an intermittent parasitic draw I have not figured out yet. Nice drawer setup, the natural wood looks good. The Yukons are nice trucks. Stay safe warm and healthy guys

[@gonagain]

Thanks Badger!

[@billywills4391]

Parasitic draws are very difficult to nail down. They are often switches (mechanical or electronic) that have started leaking-by. This could be from a number of causes, but can become a huge nuisance. Of course, some vehicle electronics remain "on" even when the engine is off and over long periods of no operation will drain the battery. I guess this doesn't help, even though I started the reply with the intention of helping. Sorry!

[@badgerpa9]

@@billywills4391 Usually in the rust belt were I live it turns out to be a rear wiper that tries to repark the blade when it does not register that it is parked because of rust, but since it is parked already it heats up the wiper motor and runs the battery down. I have used a thermal scanner gun to find some, this one just never does anything when you try to look for it. It also will be if it sits for a week or more before it seems to run it down. I have taken to removing fuses and leaving things like the rear wiper fuse and tow connection fuses out to see if it does it again.

[@billywills4391]

@@badgerpa9 That's good info. It gives me something else to look for and I didn't think about the thermal scanner. Great idea! Well, good luck with your investigation.

[@jaxxon98]

So much good info in one video! Your new kitchen setup is great! And I just bought one of those car battery chargers...haven't used it yet so I appreciate Linda demonstrating how easy it is to use. It's nice to see and hear more of Linda, btw. Thanks for showing your toilet setup as well, it's exactly what I want to do. Just wondered though if that funnel is a big enough target for the lady of the house? Thanks for the great video!

[@gonagain]

She hits it most of the time, lol!

[@jaxxon98]

@@gonagain LOL

[@Cockeyed_Den8213]

Hello again Gonagain hope all is well at your end. You always have some good idea's. Wish I could get away and go see stuff. I was lucky enough to see a few people I follow this past week wish they could have stayed longer but I don't blame them for wanting out of this place. You two Take care stay safe and we hope your tomorrow is better than your today was.

[@gonagain]

Thank you Den!

[@sasquatch885]

Your kitchen setup is great. I just built a similar single drawer for my C Sharps in my truck bed.👍🏻 Your stove setup is slicker than snot on a doorknob!

[@gonagain]

I like the idea of a special Sharps drawer!

[@thejefe19]

Thanks for sharing how you take care of your business. I also like your setup in the back of the Yukon. I'm planning something similar for my Tahoe I just can't decide if I want to remove the 3rd seat or not. Thanks again for sharing and safe travels.

[@gailforest5774]

You and Linda are my heroes! The toilet idea is great. Love the kitchen update drawer and table.. Can you put together a video of Linda's preferences on cookware? And what you pack for a week or more kitchen and food. I bet Linda is the best cook. . This year I'm counting on a cargo trailer conversion.. What would you do different if you built another trailer? Thanks !!

[@gonagain]

Hello Gail, thank you for a great suggestion for a video on Linda's cooking kit. WE have talked about whether or not we would like a bigger cargo trailer, but because of the back roads we always travel we decided that the 6x10 was just the right size. Cargo trailers are very easy to update and modify and we've been doing that right along. I already have a "to do" list for this spring that includes improved storage and seating, curtains, better lighting, some fresh interior paint and another roof mounted solar panel. Oh, here's kind of a biggie; I want to have TWO propane bottles on the front because I'm tired of worrying about how full the single one is and if we're going to run out at an inopportune time or not. I think that's number one priority right now.

[@gailforest5774]

@@gonagain Yes! Having enough heat when you need it is important. I followed the link to get the battery jump device. I forgot the actual name. But the discount coupon was great! Thank you for that! Good luck with that list!

[@ADONAIsays-so]

Man that drawer system is NICE! Well done. Thanks for sharing the info on what works well in the toilet as well. Stay warm We hope to be down in AZ or TX next winter.

[@gonagain]

You're going to love being down this way! We need to go back home soon and I'm not looking forward to it, but we'll return here in April

[@faealindell6901]

Raised my kids in the valley. I know that area well and was hoping you would move to the overlook. Good in a pinch.

[@gonagain]

We always end up at the overlook and were just there before it got hot. Nice area. Thanks for watching Fae!

[@gnohn9366]

Great ideas to make traveling more convenient. Your voice and intontion reminds me slightly of the late Tony Dean from South Dakota who hosted a popular oudoor program for years. Very easy to listen to.

[@gonagain]

I flew volcano tours in Hawaii for years and learned to speak gently so as not to get anyone alarmed.

[@makalapuamegs1056]

Great video and love the stove idea. Would love the spects of fittings used as have the same stove and worry about tipping.

[@gonagain]

Aloha Makalapua Megs. Look back to my earlier videos for "My Favorite Little Camp Stove" (or a title close to that) and I show the details of that stove modification.

[@makalapuamegs1056]

@@gonagain mahalo😀

[@MacgyverSharon]

You two are awesome 😍🤣 I shared your channel to a FB womans van dwelling group last weekish, (even tho I'm in a F150 with a shell they like me anyways😉). Its mostly, not all but mostly, 40ish 50ish & up type people's. Full and part timers. You are much liked 😃 Keep up the great vids and thanks for sharing ☮❤🕉

[@gonagain]

Hello Macgyver Sharon, thanks for sharing our channel!

[@missouritraveler6401]

Great Idea on the Composting Toilet!! Thanks for sharing Your idea's with Us.

[@gonagain]

Our pleasure Missouri Traveler!

[@gericheng3156]

Great tips. So practical.

[@gonagain]

Lots of good tips in the comment section too Geri.

[@gdjdorai9497]

Love your stove setup. Safe Travels!

[@gonagain]

Thanks Dorai!

[@sandrakenney4839]

Great kitchen set up!

[@stevebigpine1590]

I also made the same drawers in my truck and they slide on carpet, But, if you place those plastic disks under the drawer from home depo it will pull out so much easier. steve

[@gonagain]

Nice idea Steve and I have room for them.

[@stevebigpine1590]

@@gonagain big difference

[@kenjones1689]

Good video, thank you, nice work on the cabinets. Looking forward for your quartsite videos.

[@gonagain]

More on the way Ken!

[@johnthompson5792]

Good stuff, cheers on the coffee, be well out there!

[@oldguy5458]

I know this is an older video,,,I like the drawers In the tow vehicle,,,If you go out without trailer and need rain/bug shelter to use the kitchen look at a product call tail veil,,,as clever as you are you most likely build you own,,Best Regards

[@gonagain]

Thanks for the tip! I went to their website and checked them out, pretty cool.

[@lyndarandall211]

We use cedar chips with bag in it for easy clean up. We were looking into those chargers when seen on another video channel, but we may get through you now. 😄 Love your galley on the back of your vehicle. Great job 👍

[@gonagain]

Thanks for watching Lynda. Those little jump starters can save you in a pinch. I started a ladies car the other day in a grocery store parking lot. She took a picture of the power pack so she could order one. I actually have three different ones and they all work, but this one is has the best features so far.

[@kevindesai7227]

Rick.....we love your videos!!!. Your voice is calming, your wife is charming, pictures and music is wonderful. I'm just a bit curious....paper plates??? We use $tree plates, cups and rinse when we clean our pots. We were just in quartzite ...yuma area. Keep the videos coming. Peace🤙🤙

[@gonagain]

Hello Kevin, it's just more convenient while traveling not to have to wash dishes, not to mention the lack of available water. My fault because I'm usually the one who gets to wash.

[@kevindesai7227]

@@gonagain We understand..

[@vondutch666]

sounds like an underwood generator. good idea on the pooper.

[@vondutch666]

hood

[@gonagain]

It's actually a jump starter and will start your engine even if the battery is removed from the circuit. Pretty amazing for such a small device.

[@lauratibbles6598]

Well such a great idea I love what you are doing, that is what I want to do I stil have hope

[@gonagain]

I hope you can Laura.

[@lauratibbles6598]

@@gonagain well I have a small hi low travel trailer and be I have a truck but my homeless nephews showed up at my door over a year an half ago the have issues and I’m trying to get them assistance and into housing so as I said I still have hope them being with me long term is not an option I want to downsize and sell my house and get out of the city it jus gets worse every day so I’m done I’ve lived in city my whole life and the trash has just move in my neighborhood I live in St. Louis Missouri 8 miles from downtown and the Arch so I’m ready I keep it I’m my mind I want to travel while I still can

[@jimv.661]

Fun video with good tips. I get sawdust from Home Depot. Just go back to where they cut wood at the rear of the store with a couple of 12 gal garbage bags and they give it to me free. I'm sure the other box stores would accommodate too. You might consider making a top for the drawer on the left to double the countertop. Also make a hiding place behind the drawers for ammo, guns, etc.

[@gonagain]

Those are good ideas Jim, thank you.

[@BarefootInAK]

Love love love the food galley!

[@gonagain]

Mahalo!

[@lizard2425]

Clever galley setup!

[@bobcole3852]

Another great video, Rick (and Linda). Looks like you are doing well. Like your drawers, if carpet works let it be... I've seen some drawer units in 4Runner videos that have the standard side rails, pull out/push in with one finger. Thanks for update on solar. I have added 2 100 watt panels on our new micro Minnie winnie but have not changed batteries to lithium or added an inverter yet. Assume you have one for 120v stuff, what did you get? We don't need a lot of 120 but some would be nice when boondocking.

[@gonagain]

For 120v I either use a small inverter (150watt) for my laptop or we use the Jackery 1000. Our needs are small. I like the carpet slider because my drawers don't bang around on rough roads. I got the idea from another off road guru.

[@29roadie17]

Great tips! I know you said there wasn't any but if anyone's worried about odors from this type of toilet just pick up a bottle of ultra-concentrate orange rv toilet deodorizer. A teaspoon sized drop is likely all you'll need. I really like the new kitchen set up. That hole for the stove is such a great idea. Takes up much less space than a big camp stove too. I think I may have to look at switching to that kind of set up. Any recommendations for a good single burner stove? That seems to be a little more substantial than the single burners I remember seeing. What did you use for the metal thimble through the counter? I always look forward to your videos. Have fun out there and stay safe!

[@gonagain]

We've used both the Coleman brand and the Walmart Ozark Trail brand stoves and they're both ok. For the sheet metal i just used some of the leftover metal from cutting holes for the windows of our trailer.

[@toddbartel6300]

In semi's there is a thing called opti idle, which is controlled off the steering wheel by the driver. It will start and stop according too the desired temp the driver set it at. Can use it for ac or heat. It charges the semi's battery system as well. You should be able too Google different designs of it.

[@alfonsocasillas7290]

Great video I’m going to steal that idea and take credit for it on your stove stay safe

[@gonagain]

Be my guest!

[@alfonsocasillas7290]

@@gonagain Just kidding but still a great idea

[@storeytwinb]

This is another excellent video! Thank you both. Hoping to meet you two one of these days!

[@gonagain]

That would be nice Marcelle.

[@sylvialmartel]

BE BLESSED

[@jimmylenwell9169]

I have built a few of those cabinets with drawers for work trucks but never considered the camp kitchen add on 😃

[@CowboyBikerAdventures]

Rick, I am also heading to Quartzsite. I have gone 1550 miles so far from South Padre Island. I am at Apache Junction for a few days and will be in Quartzsite this coming week. I would love to meet you and Linda if we get a chance. Don

[@gonagain]

Hi Don, I hope you missed that snow in Texas! We'll be back in Quartzsite after the 16th sometime. Email me your whereabouts at [e-mail] when you get situated.

[@CowboyBikerAdventures]

@@gonagain Hi Rick IMissed the snow by a few days while I was pasy through from South Padre Island. I will email the GPS coordinates in a couple days. Looking forward to meeting you all. Don

[@gonagain]

Same here Don, hope too see you there.

[@averagealice8877]

Funny- your bathroom system is a lot like ours. But we use a porta potty for #1. And kitchen trash bags in the bucket are a lot easier for the clean up IMO.

[@gonagain]

We tried the bags, but they don't fit around the urine diverter very well for us.

[@rhall0805]

Aloha, good information, mahalo.

[@budgetwithfatima6530]

Great 👍 info, I would like to see you cook 👩‍🍳

[@gonagain]

Linda's a great cook but we keep things pretty simple on the road. Usually one pot meals to avoid a lot of cleanup. Maybe some dishes from home would be a good idea because she cooks Hawaiian, Phillipino, Japanese and other dishes because of how she was raised.

[@stevec2665]

Thanks for the toilet tip. I've been using the cedar chips and wasn't that pleased with it.

[@carolmaplesden916]

yea me either!!!

[@gonagain]

Yeah, the sawdust absorbs the moisture better. As long as it's from dried lumber.

[@larryl603]

always another great vid thanks for info im headed to AZ next week also MT has not been bad so far but we are needing some sunshine and fresh air

[@gonagain]

I keep waiting for the sub zero spell we always get...

[@karl9828]

Excellent video young man! You & Linda have safe & great New Year....

[@gonagain]

Thanks Karl.

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

_That is almost the exact same thing I do, bucket with cedar bedding and cat litter. But, I'm high class for my piss! : ) I use a transmission funnel with a 45º silicone piece that goes right into a one-gallon water jug! I agree; I'm not trying to read a novel. Do your thing and go! I might have to hook up my cargo trailer and come down to meet you two in person. : )_

[@gonagain]

Now that would be nice. Post a comment to that effect when you make it that way. We make several trips a year.

[@FirstSuiGeneris]

@@gonagain Maybe next weekend or the following weekend if I can break from work for a four day weekend. I will drop you a quick message as soon as possible to give you a heads-up.

[@cillaloves2fish688]

Thank you!

[@peggymcdonnell1379]

Great job .. Thank you

[@billcade3325]

Good video thank you have a great time

[@robyngrogan7647]

I love all your videos! Question = where do you empty your composed bucket? Do you dig a hole to put it in? Take care and stay Healthy, Happy and Strong.

[@gonagain]

It just goes into a dumpster, same as baby diapers.

[@budgetwithfatima6530]

Liked your video 👍

[@mariaperham6382]

Y’all are pretty amazing! 😊

[@caroleelagrone9729]

I am a Hermit here in the So.Cal. Desert. I will be 79yrs in April. And I am handicapped. So, I don't Get around very well!

[@gonagain]

Than you for watching our videos, Carole. You must be a very capable and strong person, out there in the desert! You probably have a lot you could teach others.

[@caroleelagrone9729]

Thank you for your kind remark! I am a Servant of Christ ! A Christian Hermit! I still have alot to learn! But I have learned To remain alone in the Peace and Quite and Pray and Meditate and Trust God for Everything! The Desert Father's & Mother's are some good Teacher's and Saint's who have gone before us! It always surprise's me how much KZbin has Available! Have you ever looked up: St.Mary of Egypt or St. Ludwig of Schiedam, or St.Benedict Josheph Labre Or St. Faustina? These are a few of my favorite s! I hope you and Linda don't Mind these suggestions! 🤗