Hitchhiking Over Europe!

Hey guys, My names Luke and i'm 18 years old. I have always wanted to hitchhike across Europe! I have no set routes or plans, but i am leaving the UK on or around September 30th 2013. I would love some company as i am going solo, whether it is pat of the way, all of the way or even just meeting up for a drink and a chat if we happen to cross paths. I plan on camping and couch-surfing for most of my accommodation. It is going to be a challenge and i am hoping that there is someone out there that wants to experience Europe for very very little cost. I'm doing this because my grandfather did it when he was my age, and i loved sitting listening to his stories, he has recently passed away and i told him that and he had inspired me to do it myself, so that is what i am going to do. I have no time limit.. we can spend as much o as little time in any of these places as we desired. I hope to hear from people (: Thanks
Luke