Went on a one night test run with the "new to me" camper
So, we were able to use this thing a lot sooner than I thought. Gave me a good idea of some things I need to watch out for and some things I need to keep an eye on. Stayed within 50 miles of home at the house that my girlfriend's dad is building for her sister and her husband. Was able to test out the furnace and hot water heater and things like that.
Some things I learned: The refrigerator didn't work because I wasn't even close to level front and back. This didn't matter all that much because all I had in there was some bottled water and some adult beverages (I tend to drink adult beverages more at cellar temperature than cold).
The air bags work great! It was actually very surprising! I aired them up to about 75 psi and everything seemed way more stable and the ride was way better than with nothing. I have however already ordered a rear sway bar. I found out that it is still needed.
The furnace works great, but I don't like the idea that it's using all of that propane. So for being plugged in, I think it would be better to get a small plug in type heater. This way it's also not kicking on and off all of the time with a big whoof and Fire and all of that. Just seemed like a big production for some heat to keep the camper warm.
The last thing that was notable to me is that taking a shower even in a space like that could be the best shower you've ever had. This is one of the reasons for me to go the camper route. We also do dirt biking in the winter and boating in the summer. I was done being cold all night long in a tent, and then not being able to stand up to get dressed, or having to get dressed in the middle of the night and go outside to use the facilities. All things a young, strapping male should endure...but I make good money and I'm done. Not to mention how nice the showers will be!
There are some more smaller thoughts, but I'll leave this here and give you guys a few pictures of the first time out. All in all, I think I'll be happy with this camper long term. Still a few things that need to be sorted out, but nothing some time or energy in thinking can't handle.
Some things I learned: The refrigerator didn't work because I wasn't even close to level front and back. This didn't matter all that much because all I had in there was some bottled water and some adult beverages (I tend to drink adult beverages more at cellar temperature than cold).
The air bags work great! It was actually very surprising! I aired them up to about 75 psi and everything seemed way more stable and the ride was way better than with nothing. I have however already ordered a rear sway bar. I found out that it is still needed.
The furnace works great, but I don't like the idea that it's using all of that propane. So for being plugged in, I think it would be better to get a small plug in type heater. This way it's also not kicking on and off all of the time with a big whoof and Fire and all of that. Just seemed like a big production for some heat to keep the camper warm.
The last thing that was notable to me is that taking a shower even in a space like that could be the best shower you've ever had. This is one of the reasons for me to go the camper route. We also do dirt biking in the winter and boating in the summer. I was done being cold all night long in a tent, and then not being able to stand up to get dressed, or having to get dressed in the middle of the night and go outside to use the facilities. All things a young, strapping male should endure...but I make good money and I'm done. Not to mention how nice the showers will be!
There are some more smaller thoughts, but I'll leave this here and give you guys a few pictures of the first time out. All in all, I think I'll be happy with this camper long term. Still a few things that need to be sorted out, but nothing some time or energy in thinking can't handle.
