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So what did you do to your Truck Camper today?

Mello_Mike
Explorer
Explorer
I saw these threads in some of the other Open Roads RV Forums, but didn't see one for TCs.

I'll start...

I installed Interior LED puck lights and a 12v power outlet.
2016 Northstar Laredo SC/240w Solar/2-6v Lifeline AGMs/Dometic CR110 DC Compressor Fridge
2013 Ram 3500 4x4/6.7L Cummins TD/3.42/Buckstop Bumper with Warn 16.5ti Winch/Big Wig Rear Sway Bar/Talons w/SS Fastguns
My Rig
1998 Jeep Wrangler
US Navy Ret.
3,114 REPLIES 3,114

nvlaircrew
Explorer
Explorer
Ordered a new memory foam mattress. Should be here in time for our trip to Prosser, WA for the Spring Barrel Tasting at the end of the month.
2011 F-350 6.7L CC 4X4 LB
2009 AF 990S
2000 Circle J Bronco 3 Horse Trailer

The_Mad_Norsky
Explorer
Explorer
De-winterized (must be a word, doesn't show misspelled :B ) it, vacuumed and cleaned, sterilized water system again with bleach. Charged batteries, and just felt good out there tinkering with the nice weather today.

Last week loaded it on truck after finally getting my upper StableLoads installed. Whew! Glad that is all done. Had tons of trouble getting one of the factory pads off.

It's raring to go and I think I am too. Hopefully heading out to various parts really soon.
The Mad Norsky, Doll, Logan and Rocky
2014 Ram 3500 w/ Cummins/Aisin
2019 Northern Lite 10-2 EX CD LE Wet Bath
RV'ing since 1991

I took the road less traveled .....Now I'm Lost!

noteven
Explorer III
Explorer III
Smiled and waved at it. It has mostly emerged from the snowfield.

cdbinns
Explorer
Explorer
We loaded it on to the truck in preparation for a trip down to my BIL's this weekend. We haven't de-winterized it yet because it is drops below freezing every night. I hope spring gets here soon!

ISBRAM
Explorer
Explorer
I installed a Tornado Rinser System on the black tank today. I tested it before installing it in the tank and decided I wanted a little more water flow. So I used a 1/16 drill bit and opened up all of the holes on the tip the results were exactly what I expected as far as increased water flow.

The install was simple and I already had all the needed tools, the tank access was easy enough on my camper.
No more dragging a hose into the bathroom to flush out the tank; that was always the worst job of maintaining my camper.
1999 Dodge Ram 2500 QC LB Cummins
2018 Airstream Flying Cloud 28RB

If you see me camped someplace stop and say hi, I've always got an extra ice cold beer.

Rbertalotto
Explorer
Explorer
Ordered a Progressive Dynamics PD4045 converter to replace the Centurion in my 1998 Palomino Bronco. Now my batteries will see a true 14.4 volts and I won't have to use the Black and Decker charger anymore!

I received the XANTREX Prowatt SW1000 Sine Wave inverter today. Ordered it yesterday from Northern Marine Electronics in NJ....A whole 24 hours! What took them so long to get it to me!
This thing is a beast. Much heavier and bigger than I thought it would be. Looks VERY well made. Happy Camper!
RoyB
Dartmouth, MA
2021 RAM 2500 4X4 6.4L
2011 Forest River Grey Wolf Cherokee 19RR
520 w solar-200ah Renogy Li-Epever MPPT

freddypinak
Nomad
Nomad
Finally installed a dedicated 30A RV outlet for the camper. Can now run the converter, refrigerator and AC all at the same time. Best thing....no more extension cord running out of the garage ๐Ÿ™‚
2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD 4x4
1998 Lance SquireLite 165

tonymull
Explorer
Explorer
Year before last we had a very rare and very cold snap here in Western WA. I had not winterized. Last summer we just ignored the drip except to determine it was in the gray water system which we just didn't use and don't use much since most of our cooking and cleanup we do outside. Today I dug in and found a 6" crack in the pipe between the gray tank and the valve. Looks like a pretty easy fix, just cut and pulled out the whole assembly and will be splicing a length of new pipe to replace the old. Won't be putting off winterizing again no matter that it never gets cold here in early October.

Clarryhill
Explorer
Explorer
tonymull wrote:
Having new dinette cushions done (that ain't cheap) Painted the inside last week. A couple more tweaks and it will be ready for 1/2 timing.

Just did the same (Agree completely!!)
2014 Ford F450 PSD
2017 Lance 1172

Rbertalotto
Explorer
Explorer
Ordered a small Sunbeam 0.7 Cu. Ft. MicroWave from Target Online $53.00

and a XANTREX Prowatt SW1000 Sine Wave, 1000w inverter from Northern Marine Electronics. Best price with free shipping and no tax! $238

Northern Marine Electronics
(732) 719-2227
Support@NorthernMarineElectronics.com
RoyB
Dartmouth, MA
2021 RAM 2500 4X4 6.4L
2011 Forest River Grey Wolf Cherokee 19RR
520 w solar-200ah Renogy Li-Epever MPPT

WVbassmistress
Explorer
Explorer
Sewed some new covers for the throw pillows to match my new valance that runs all the way around the top. Clean out and did inventory for next week's trip. Repack the silverware I had scavenged for a big family dinner Washed all the linens to get rid of the winter. Took some pictures of the inside hoping to sell it quickly when we return.
Last week ordered the SuperHitch and 24 inch extension we will need for whatever new camper we get.
Lisa, Bobby & Dorothy the Wonder Dog
2013 F250 crew cab/6/5 foot bed w/
Firestone airbags
2006 KZ Jag - 29 ft
Ranger Z518
22 ft Suntracker Pontoon

deltabravo
Nomad
Nomad
I opened the door, went inside and found the jar of peanut butter I've been looking for since yesterday.
2009 Silverado 3500HD Dually, D/A, CCLB 4x4 (bought new 8/30/09)
2018 Arctic Fox 992 with an Onan 2500i "quiet" model generator

tonymull
Explorer
Explorer
Having new dinette cushions done (that ain't cheap) Painted the inside last week. A couple more tweaks and it will be ready for 1/2 timing.

Buzzcut1
Nomad II
Nomad II
worked out of mine all weekend.. new solar panels have covered all my power needs. generator has stayed packed in it's ccompartment.

2011 F350 6.7L Diesel 4x4 CrewCab longbed Dually, 2019 Lance 1062, Torqlift Talons, Fast Guns, upper and lower Stable Loads, Super Hitch, 48" Super Truss, Airlift loadlifter 5000 extreme airbags

Ski_Pro_3
Explorer
Explorer
I got lucky this week, checking craigslist and got;

Torklift SuperHitch
Torklift 36" Extension
Torklift front frame tiedowns
Torklift rear SuperHitch tiedowns
Hellwig Big Wig sway bar

For my truck all for $600. They look pretty near brand new! Spent all day installing them as I didn't have the bolt fishing thing to thread the bolts into the frame to the frame holes. But it's done. I can now tow safely.