colvin_george
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Re: HappiJac Tiedowns on newer Rams?
Insight regarding the torque lift 3109 kit for 2014 dodge RAM 3500 DRW long bed. I understand a camper extension kit (7004) is required for the rear tie downs to clear the rear fenders when mounting an Arctic Fox TC (or any camper which does not adhere to the 90 inch rule --------- distance between the front camper wall and rear tie down). Not very attractive. I am trying to decide between happijac, which require 10 holes to be drilled into the truck bed and rear bumper, or torque lift which requires the 7004 kit. Also, my Arctic Fox 1150 has 2 front rubber bumpers. From prior experience (2001 Lance 1130), bumpers are can be damaged with the front horizontal bed mounted stabilizer bar via the happijac system. Lance has addressed this issue on newer campers with teflon guides in lieu of rubber bumpers. I would like to use the Lance teflon solution, but am unsure if the TC front wall can take the extra stress. Rubber absorbs shock, teflon does not.318Views0likes0CommentsRe: back-up camera for 5th wheels
I recently purchased a used Arctic Fox 1150 camper, and from my experiences with my Lance 1130 (2001), I am planning to install a wireless voyager rear view camera. Any insight for install would be appreciated. Examples: since the aluminum rear porch is occupied with the rear awning and running lights, no real estate is left to centrally mount the camera. Can the camera bracket be riveted to the fiberglass rear wall --------- above the rear door ? My experience with riveting anything to fiberglass is nil. Replace the central rear running light with the camera ? Where can I gain access to power(even though wireless, the camera requires DC power for transmission) ---------- via the rear porch light switch (above the inside rear door) or the central running light power ? Since I drive my RV with the lights on, the camera would always be operational. FYI: 10 years ago, on my Lance I was able to install a non-wireless voyager, by attaching the aluminum camera bracket to the rear porch with aluminum rivets, just below the running lights ----------- and routing the 15 foot composite signal and power cable thru rear camper wall and inside cabinets to below the sink (power access and transmission). The transmitter emitted the 3 foot distance through the pass through window to the cab mounted monitor. In contrast to the wireless systems of 10 years ago, interference was not an issue ---------- even next to power stations, broadcast antennas, and commercial trucks. I understand the wireless systems of today have improved dramatically.378Views0likes0Comments
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