So what did you do to your Truck Camper today?

[Mello_Mike]

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.

[Reddog1]

Raften wrote:
... I decided to commit a sin because I an in NorCal, I sprayed the roof off a bit so I guess I will go without a shower today to make up for the water I used. ...

I will flush my toilet, to replenish the water you used. :B

[Raften]

Went out and swept the leaves and stuff off the roof. Then I decided to commit a sin because I an in NorCal, I sprayed the roof off a bit so I guess I will go without a shower today to make up for the water I used. Still can't use the TC because of the manual tranny in truck and bad knee. Did buy a '95 with auto so I can get around but no way I want to put the big TC on that.

[WNYBob]

I de-winterized the TC today. Things went well until I tried to fill the hot water tank. Water all over! See the picture of what happens when you don't winterize properly. I didn't pull the plug in the tank. It had over 5 gal. in it over the coldest February in Buffalo history.

http://1drv.ms/1a2IaVY

Bad link.

See 4/14 post.

[Sango]

Loading up for the Texas Rally.

[JumboJet]

WAXED it! I am tired. Up and Down the ladder many, many times.

It does look good.

Picture coming when I load it on the RAM.

[trailgranny50]

Loading the old Cruiser on the dually and packing for Texas Rally. Woo Hoo!

[jimh406]

Not just today, but for the weekend.

Setup a basic tuner for the truck. Hopefully, I'll get a bit better mileage. De-winterized. Helped wife added reflectix under the mattress and wife did most inside compartments and cut pieces for the windows. Lubricated the antenna, but I think I'll add more tomorrow.

Today, replaced about 95 ft of trim insert with super thick trim. That covers all of the edges. On the plus side, I replaced with much heavier insert. However, that meant that it was a longer job than expected since it was really stiff! In case you do it, do use a screen replacement tool. It's a little strange to get used to, but it will save your fingers. I tried it again after blistering my thumb and forefingers on each hand and still had 70 % to go. I should have tried longer to use the screen replacement tool. In case you are wondering my camper has trim along the outside edge all around the top. Still to do, add the caulking on the ends.

[JumboJet]

De-winterized and started the Spring cleanup. Will wax it tomorrow.

[Reality_Check]

WVbassmistress wrote:
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And not today, but 10 years ago when I married the right man! He installed the new Firestone Airbags I thrust upon him..................



Of course it cost me...in many ways!!
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Oh my....

LMAO....

[MORSNOW]

Removed my single group 24 battery (NAPA RV/Marine) and installed new pair of 6v golf cart batteries (Duracell Ultra's). It was a little tricky making the connections in the box, but 3 times the AH made it all worth while.

[ggadwa]

Yesterday returned from 6 weeks in Yuma AZ. It was getting way to hot for us. Last night was 8 degrees in Stanley...of course, I didn't get her winterized yesterday, so today waiting for dump valves to thaw so I can get her winterized again. Won't be heading out again until we get our Taxes DONE!!!

GARY & LAURII

[CptnBG]

Dewinterized!!:B Loaded camper on truck where hopefully it will stay until next winter...and it might stay on then!

[WVbassmistress]

Not really the camper, but the truck (I lost the "what did you do to your TRUCK today" thread).

And not today, but 10 years ago when I married the right man! He installed the new Firestone Airbags I thrust upon him. Of course it cost me...in many ways!!
I had to get him a new air compressor (the old one died) and some kind of wrenchy thing to get it done. Also some serious butt kissing and head patting.

Packing up and heading out to AL on our first trip of the season this Sunday!

[Buzzcut1]

Buzzcut1 wrote:

NVR2L82AV8 wrote:

Buzzcut1 wrote:
Not to the TC per say but I have been having some steering wheel play and the only thing in the front end that was still original was the steering box. So at 130,000 miles we ordered a new one and had it installed. I got it from these guys http://www.redheadsteeringgears.com/re-manufacturing Looking at the cramped space where it is located I am so glad I opted not to DYI. The shop mgr said he could hear the mechanic cursing my truck during the removal and install. Haven't driven it with the TC
on yet but unloaded it was night and day, so much better

Buzzcut, I did the exact same on my F350. I've been super impressed with the Red head steering gear. One other thing. Look at your front ball joins. I replaced those at the same time as the steering gear and the improvement was just unbelievable. Cheers

Way ahead of you, Already did the upper and lower ball joints, new steering stabilzer and new tie rods & bushing, and sway bars. This was just the last piece.

update. Ruth just called from I5 in Stocton , she is driving the truck with the Lance and the three horse trailer with two horses on board. They went over the seriously rough Altamont Pass section of 580 in gusty winds. She said it handled like a dream going down grade in tow haul at 50 mph. I would call that sucess.

[spyder152]

I put together this sun/rain shade for mine. It's already hitting over 90 degrees in So Cal. Cost me $200

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