Wood vs Aluminum/Paper vs. Plastic
There are certain things in life that guarantee a lively discussion and the "no wood, no rot" construction mantra is no exception - at least it is in the boating industry. Seems like there is a simila...
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Thank you all for your replies. Interesting reading. Let me say that I do not expect any RV to have an equivalent construction to a boat. Our needs in a truck camper are minimal and I understand how much weight our truck can haul. I will be aggressively looking for a camper that has the following characteristics:
Lightweight, i.e. 2300 lbs or less. I am figuring on a 2800 pound weight limit- with gear.
Some type of toilet and a shower (inside or outside)
No frivolous options that will weigh down the rig.
No slide.
Easy to maintain.
Four season - Idaho gets down below zero and it ain't fun being cold. I don't mind giving up running water to be able to travel in winter, but I want to sleep in at least 45 degree temps.
No canvas sides or pop up. Hard sided - it's griz and lion country here and I want enough time to reload.
The issue really is between wood or Al. There are several campers that I have found of each type that will work for us, so we just have to do more looking and asking.
Thank you for the warm welcome and insightful posts.
Lightweight, i.e. 2300 lbs or less. I am figuring on a 2800 pound weight limit- with gear.
Some type of toilet and a shower (inside or outside)
No frivolous options that will weigh down the rig.
No slide.
Easy to maintain.
Four season - Idaho gets down below zero and it ain't fun being cold. I don't mind giving up running water to be able to travel in winter, but I want to sleep in at least 45 degree temps.
No canvas sides or pop up. Hard sided - it's griz and lion country here and I want enough time to reload.
The issue really is between wood or Al. There are several campers that I have found of each type that will work for us, so we just have to do more looking and asking.
Thank you for the warm welcome and insightful posts.
