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jefe_4x4
Jul 29, 2015Explorer
It will be interesting to me to see what the final product is and some consumer reviews after the roll out. I just hope the Ford/Livin' engineers did their homework. Of course we're all interested in attributes that appeal to our particular needs and wants, but I don't see any mention of 4 season capability, double pane windows, block insulation, or heated tanks. For us winter TC-er's these aspects have some gravitas. The 40 yr. old Ford Camper mentioned in the article had 4 season capability by the sound of their 100K mile arctic testing. My wood frame Lance Lite 8'6" weighs 400 pounds less than the smallest 6'8" they will offer. My initial response was that the box looks awfully large for the truck. I know it's aluminum, but there is a certain mass up there that looks out of place on that small truck. I hope they have kept the weight down low.
The other observation is the emphasis on 'the look' vs. the stuff you can't see, like tanks, insulation, multiple battery banks and solar. And where is the table? Is there any compensation for rough roads with a non-flexing, 3-point tie down system?
I'm sure all these queries will be answered in the coming year.
I sincerely hope it is a winner. If so, we all win.
jefe
The other observation is the emphasis on 'the look' vs. the stuff you can't see, like tanks, insulation, multiple battery banks and solar. And where is the table? Is there any compensation for rough roads with a non-flexing, 3-point tie down system?
I'm sure all these queries will be answered in the coming year.
I sincerely hope it is a winner. If so, we all win.
jefe
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