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Truck camper payload question?

I have a truck camper payload question. If this is the wrong forum, I apologize in advance. I also posted this in the truck camper forum.We recently put a deposit down on a flatbed Northstar Escape Pod 900 SD truck camper with an estimated dry weight...

Why are Truck Campers so poorly made?

So I bought a new hard side truck camper recently. I'm not going to say which. Before that I had a pop-up, so this is my second camper.I looked at a half dozen more campers before my purchase, but finally decided to buy new because I didn't want some...

What do you consider the most valuable upgrade in your TC?

TC owners are a very creative group and many have really customized their rigs with valuable upgrades. What's the best change you've made to your TC?

Show me your leveling ramps!

What are you currently using for leveling ramps?Did you buy them but never use them?Do you like them?Are they wide/big enough?Have you ever slid off/over them?Did they ever collapse on you?Are they worth the money?Would you buy them again?Would you m...

What does it weigh

Good morning Need some info on a 1977 pickup camper equipped with bathroom do not know the brand or model. There is a ad here where the guy wants to give it away the pics. Of it look good less back window broken. It has two jacks one on each side the...

Winterizing-- Blow Down or Anti-Freeze?

Live on the CA coast, we'll get 1-2 hard freezes over the winter. We'll still use the Roo, even in the winter. Is thoroughly blowing out the water lines sufficient, or do I need to contend with anti-freeze? When doing a blow-out, any "gotchas"?

Texas Truck Rodeo

Looks like Chrysler/Fiat ran away with the awards this year. :BLink

Arctic Fox to Truck Wiring?

I have a new Ram that I'm trying to hook up my AF990 to using the factory pre-wired round 7 pin trailer connector at the back bumper. Does anyone have a wiring diagram for the way AF wires up to its 6 pin square plug on the front of the TC?

After Market add ons '02 F350 Diesel CC 4x4

Taking delivery of new 5th wheel Arctic Fox 27-5L in July and looking to evaluate adding exhaust brakes, larger exhaust, airbags, temp gauge etc to assist with slowing on down grades and handling the weight. Automatic/4speed trans, 7.3L engine and 3....

Used TT buying checklist

Feel free to point me to an existing post on this. Since its winter I thought folks might a few extra minutes to weigh in on an old subject.We're going to be living in an RV for several months in 2014 while our house is built in Whatcom County, Wash...

Camping in the Sheridan Lake, Cariboo, BC

Dream TC Camp Spot

What's you guys list of a Dream campsite?Mine is a place needing no AC, lots of shade, on a stream at the base of some of the highest peaks.A place so beautiful it can reverse the attitude of even crabbiest guy.:BWhat's your criteria?

Mt Baker, Wa

Hey, Happy Thanksgiving.Just wondering if any of the Washington folks on here know if Mt Baker ski area has any RV parking. Their web site doesn't say and it's the only ski area fully open in Washington. Thanks

Out Door Showers

Are there out door shower use restrictions? In checking different campgrounds, the only place I found anything mentioned was Rocky Mountain National Park and you can't use an out door shower. Curious what everyone's experience has been.

coleman mach1 & honda2000 update

Okay here is an update: i installed a coleman mach one ac unit 11000 btu and draws 9.5 amps on high. I also purchased a honda2000i generator. The generator starts up AND cycles the ac in eco mode. I am very happy with the pair!