Desert rat bus life begins. A week ago, I was looking at properties in Rio Grand Estates, in Socorro county New Mexico. I sent payment yesterday, and the deed paperwork will be in my hands by Monday afternoon.
Now that I own a one acre undeveloped desert lot in an undeveloped six decade old subdivision, my next major project is to get the bus started. I was working on that until the rain started a few days ago. Back on it this next week. Definitely going to be a challenge.
I also have a few things I need to source in order to make this really feasible. So I’ll be selling rocks pretty hard for the next two weeks. You can also find my wish list below. If you want to make a donation or trade for rocks, I’m open to it. Send me a message. You can find my contact links here.
Desert Rat Bus Life Needs and Wish List
Here’s a list of items I’m currently seeking to find inexpensively or for rock/other trade. If you want to trade or donate items, please contact me to discuss. Used items ok as long as they are in good working order. I will update the list as I think of new things or acquire things already on the list. You can make a monetary donation or purchase rough rosebud agate using the links below.
Power
- Solar panels, charge controller, and batteries 3 – 5 Kwh(3000 – 5000 watt) or
- 3000 to 5000 watt quiet generator.
Fresh Water
- 1 x 35 gallon water tank or
- 2 x 20 – 25 gallon portable water tanks
Waste
- 20 – 25 gallon tank for gray water
- Composting toilet supplies (saw dust, compostable disposal bags)
Kitchen
- 42 Quart RV refrigerator or
- Small dorm/apartment refrigerator
- Misc plumbing supplies for propane tank
Bus
- Fluids and filters for oil change
- Tires
- Registration and plates
Tools
- Angle Grinder
- Battery Drill
- Skilsaw
Misc
- LED Strip Lights
- Magnetic Hooks
- Camp Chairs x 1- 2
- Recording Deed for Property
Donations to Desert Rat Bus Life & Rough Rosebud Agate Sale
If you are able to help with a PayPal Donation or want to purchase rough rosebud agate for $3/lb, please visit this PayPal Payment Link.
You can also visit the shop, find deals in our Facebook community, or make a donation at Buy Me a Coffee.
Thank you once again to this amazing community. You will always have my gratitude!!