During these winter months while I work to clear out our garage to bring Dippy in, I have been cleaning cabinet hardware, purchasing tools I will need as well as some bigger ticket items if they go on sale (ie: Fantastic Fan). As well as general cleaning.

I took the Bill of Sale and Oregon title in and had it changed over to my name and received a shiny new Washington State license plate!

I have become a big fan of Harbor Freight. I am able to purchase tools I need to do this project at a much lower price than brand name tools. I am fortunate to have access to some tools already since my husband was in construction for many years. Yay!

I’ve done research on where to buy supplies such as the aluminum I will need to replace the roof that has been punctured and is pulling apart at the seams (https://www.hemetvalleyrv.net/) I have found a local plywood store that can get the Ash wood plywood I will need to rebuild some water damaged pieces of the interior. I’ve made a purchase or two of vintage items I will need on eBay and Craigslist.

I am anxious to get started but the time it’s taken to begin has helped me gain a lot of knowledge that will help me avoid some big mistakes. I know there will be more mistakes made along the way, but not ones that will make the Little Dipper dangerous on the roads.

I just can’t wait to go camping!

I’m thinking about naming the Little Dipper Hazel after the character I loved on TV as a kid. What do you think? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hazel_(TV_series)