The chaos of the rear bumper

This unit began as an original Vanagon bumper and a basic receiver hitch welded to the frame. Then we found an old-style GoWesty hitch mounted swing-away bumper. Finally, we added […]

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Motor story; Bostig. A post by Mike!

Back in 2010 we were in the same position as many Vanagon owners. We had begun to experience issues with the stock rebuild and we’re looking for something more reliable. […]

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Bay of Fundy area

Our arrival was uneventful. We did not even arouse enough suspicion for a search at the border. But he did ask if we had pepper spray, and I could answer […]

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Pennsylvania- chocolate, family and friendship!

 We spent our first night in Pennsylvania camped very near Three Mile Island.  Mike thought it was funny that this elaborate evacuation plan was posted near our campsite.  Fortunately we […]

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Swamp tour= the Atchafalaya

While in the area of the Atchafalaya Swamp, there are a few things that really cannot be missed.  Since we already took care of a few of those things, we […]

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The end of Texas (for us)

Texas The sun has riz. The sun has set. And here we is. In Texas yet. This little ditty pretty much sums up our experience in Texas.  When the sun […]

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