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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.
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wsdepa
Explorer
Explorer
My original equipment Sharp 15in. tv is finally dead after 10 years. As I was dewinterizing and testing everything, I found that several fuses were blown. The TV and the Stereo would not function even after replacing the main fuses. It was after I removed the stereo that I found a 15 amp mini fuse on the back of it blown. I replaced the fuse and the stereo is now working. I took the TV apart and found the three fuses on the mother board blown. After replacing them the video worked, but no audio. It was also analogue only and so it also required a digital converter to get the over the air TV stations. The solution was to pick up an Element 19 in. LED TV at Walmart for $ 99. It fit perfectly in the old space even with the letter box profile. I just bolted it on the mount and swapped the plugs. It has amazing picture and sound for the price and comes with a nice remote. I was able to tune 25 tv stations with it. It also has a USB port for slide shows.

The mount lets us watch it from the bed or the dinette.



2006 F-350 S/C 6.0 DRW 4x4 3.73, 2005 Lance Max 981, most options. Camped 49 states and all Canadian Provences(cept Labrador). 100,000 miles and 500 plus nights of TCing.
http://truckntravels.blogspot.com/

Bedlam
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Moderator
Clarryhill wrote:
WNYBob wrote:
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


Don't know what you use for photos, but not something I want to get involved with...

Those are photos shared through Microsoft's One Drive. The permissions are not set correctly and the reason why login is required.

Host Mammoth 11.5 on Ram 5500 HD

ggadwa
Explorer
Explorer
After going through several 10 piece sets of flimsy and frustrating Camco Camper Leveling LEGO style Blocks..We finally decided to get 2 set of Anderson Camper Levelers. Have yet to get out and try them but these very sturdy 2 piece drive on levelers, level from 1/2" to four inches. They are spendy but sure look like they will outlast many sets Camco yellow LEGO blocks. Look forward to using them soon.

Gary and Laurii
HAM RADIO Operator since 1964 'W7FSI'
EAGLE CAP 2011 950 CUSTOM BUILT by the great folks at LaGrande Oregon
2012 FORD 350 XLT 6.7L Diesel 4x4 Super Cab with lots of stuff

Clarryhill
Explorer
Explorer
WNYBob wrote:
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


Don't know what you use for photos, but not something I want to get involved with...
2014 Ford F450 PSD
2017 Lance 1172

JoeChiOhki
Explorer II
Explorer II
philclouse wrote:
JoeChiOhki wrote:
Finishing the yard so I can free up funds to build the new body for my camper.
hey Joe, are you rebuilding the kit? Would love to see some pics and a blog of the progress when you start.


Yeah, doing a ground up rebuild/remodel, the old girl's frame has been damaged too many times and repairs are near wall-off projects, so I got a set of blue prints to make the mark 2 bigger and better, while keeping the classic look as much as possible (gonna likely mix the original aluminum with some filon).

The original KIT will supply alot of materials for the new KIT (keeping the badging and as much of the KIT look as possible, down to recycling the interior wall board, though on a far beefier frame.

The new camper will likely be at closer in weight to some of her successors than the original 2200lb camper she started out as due to things like going to a 2x lumber frame, instead of the 1x that she originallly was built with (and why she suffered frame failures in several spots).

I have a thread that was my starting spot for plotting out some other changes I am planning on trying to make, including building my own version of a snap n nap from the Amerigos/Kamp Kings for the rear, since she'll be reborn as a side entry unit.
My Blog - The Journey of the Redneck Express

CB

Channel 17

Redneck Express


'1992 Dodge W-250 "Dually" Power Wagon - Club Cab Long Bed 4x4 V8 5.9L gashog w/4.10 Geared axles
'1974 KIT Kamper 1106 - 11' Slide-in
'2006 Heartland BigHorn 3400RL

philclouse
Explorer
Explorer
JoeChiOhki wrote:
Finishing the yard so I can free up funds to build the new body for my camper.
hey Joe, are you rebuilding the kit? Would love to see some pics and a blog of the progress when you start.

WNYBob
Explorer
Explorer
While I had my hot water tank out I checked my "city water" connection. It was missing the ball or valve of the check valve. I was wondering why I needed a shut off valve when I started the pump when not hooked up to city water. Part is on order, should get it Monday.

JoeChiOhki
Explorer II
Explorer II
Finishing the yard so I can free up funds to build the new body for my camper.
My Blog - The Journey of the Redneck Express

CB

Channel 17

Redneck Express


'1992 Dodge W-250 "Dually" Power Wagon - Club Cab Long Bed 4x4 V8 5.9L gashog w/4.10 Geared axles
'1974 KIT Kamper 1106 - 11' Slide-in
'2006 Heartland BigHorn 3400RL

AISURFFISH
Explorer
Explorer
Spent four days in Williamsburg Va.... At Walmart Acres Campground by night, Busch Gardens by day...
2017 F350 6.2L Crew Cab

Arctic Fox 990 2021 TORK-LIFT FAST GUNS AND SUPER HITCH
COOLER RACK OFF THE FRONT ALWAYS FULL OF FISHING RODS TICA TO BE EXACT

AISURFFISH
Explorer
Explorer
nvlaircrew wrote:
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.


x2 on the memory foam.. that OE one was a turd...
2017 F350 6.2L Crew Cab

Arctic Fox 990 2021 TORK-LIFT FAST GUNS AND SUPER HITCH
COOLER RACK OFF THE FRONT ALWAYS FULL OF FISHING RODS TICA TO BE EXACT

dakonthemountai
Explorer
Explorer
Turned on the propane and furnace and sat and enjoyed the view for a whilewith a Tanquery martini! ๐Ÿ™‚ ..... and dreamed of upcoming trips!!........including the FIRST trip in my dream camper! I cant' wait!!!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

Dak
2018 GMC Denali "Extreme" and 23' EVO 2050T Travel Trailer
Escapee member #224325-Since 1992

jimh406
Explorer III
Explorer III
Got the furnace tuned up. Apparently, the electrode was out of adjustment. I would have never guessed that.

'10 Ford F-450, 6.4, 4.30, 4x4, 14,500 GVWR, '06 Host Rainer 950 DS, Torklift Talon tiedowns, Glow Steps, and Fastguns. Bilstein 4600s, Firestone Bags, Toyo M655 Gs, Curt front hitch, Energy Suspension bump stops.

NRA Life Member, CCA Life Member

trail-explorer
Explorer
Explorer
WNYBob wrote:
http://1drv.ms/1a2IaVY


Photo asks for a log in.
Bob

Reddog1
Explorer II
Explorer II
Done. LOL

Wayne


2004.5 Ram SLT LB 3500 DRW Quad Cab 4x4
1988 Bigfoot (C11.5) TC (1900# w/standard equip. per decal), 130 watts solar, 100 AH AGM, Polar Cub A/C, EU2000i Honda

Toad: 91 Zuke

Raften
Explorer
Explorer
Reddog1 wrote:
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


Double flush please, I sprayed the leaves off both trucks.
'01 Dodge 3500 CTD, Lance 1121, Air Bags, Rancho 9000, All Wheels Under Power When Needed, A Few Engine Mods For Increased HP

Burning Grease, 800 ft/lbs. of torque from something you throw away.