kylekai
Explorer
Joined 19 years ago
User Profile
User Widgets
All Activity
Re: Why not store camper on jacks?
BillL1356 wrote: I have a Northstar Arrow U. Both dealer and Northstar told me to store on jacks. I keep the front slightly high and as low to ground as jacks allow. Store on or off jacks is camper specific. Contact mfr for a recommendation. Isn't it also camper jack specific? While it may be OK with the camper mfg, maybe it's not OK with the jack mfg? Anyone know what is the simplest and cheapest way to support the camper off the truck if the jack mfg says not to store the camper on the jacks? Build a wooden crate?845Views0likes0CommentsRe: switching from tent camping to 5th wheel
KSadler1 wrote: You will definitely need a generator too. The OP said he wanted to "wake up in the morning and open the door to the smell of pine trees and fresh air," not generator exhaust. Unless you really need that giant TV, consider solar as you really don't need a generator.403Views0likes0CommentsRe: The biggest problem with boondocking is . . . .
WishWeWereCamping wrote: For us it's the people who park right next to you and run their generators to make a cup of coffee early in the morning, or late at night to warm something up in the microwave. And then there are the domestic disputes with people screaming at each other at 1 AM. When you boondock, you shouldn't have to use a generator. That's what propane or a fire is for. We never camp anywhere hot, so no A/C is needed. I'm not completely anti-generator, we have two of them and use them when our power goes out at home to keep the refrigerator and freezer cold. I hate listening to them even when they're outside the house. Even the Honda genny gets on my nerves. Well said. Nothing worse than finding that perfect boon docking place and someone pulls in near you without a thought to anyone and powers up their noisy generator.627Views0likes0CommentsRe: First camping trip of the year
mena661 wrote: Never heard of Trona either. Can you get in there with a MH? Thanks. I would think so, the BLM says it's OK for 2WD unless there was a recent heavy rain. It's all gravel and level except at the very end where there's a slight incline down to the camping area. Not steep but if you have a lot of overhang it might be a challenge. But it's easy to view before you take the small hill down. Well worth the trip.581Views0likes0CommentsFirst camping trip of the year
First camping trip of the year took us around the Southern California deserts for a nice 5 day trip (1/1/14 - 1/5/14). Weather during the day was warmer than usual. Lots of sun with highs in the 60s but cool at night (30s). First stop was Red Rock Canyon State Park. Very nice park with lots of space between campsites. Only downside was the cost: $25 per night. Next stop was the Trona Pinnacles. Quite an interesting place with the large tufa spires all over. The camping is dispersed (and free), and we were the only people there. Very quiet except for the occasional train. Friday we traveled to Amboy Crater. Great hike up to and around the crater. Camping was in the overflow parking lot (and free), but it worked out well. Quiet except for the occasional coyote yelping and a few trains. Last stop was Joshua Tree National Park. We were planning on driving thru because we were told the campgrounds were all full, but when we got to Cottonwood at the southern end, it was only 1/2 full so we stayed there ($15 per night). The elevation is 3,000 feet, so it was cool, but warmer than the other higher elevation campgrounds in the park. All in all a great start of the new year, and we’re already planning our next trip to Anza Borrego State Park during the MLK holiday. We really like camping in remote locations. -Kylekai4.4KViews0likes17CommentsRe: Need 8' horse stall mat
Bigimac wrote: "As far as mats are concerned, I was also going to go this route until I read about using a 2" thick, 4x8 sheet of Owens Corning Rigid Foam Board Insulation. I cut it to the truck bed size and my TC rests perfectly on it. " I never thought of rigid foam board insulation. I can get what I want for $16 at Home Depot. Are there disadvantages to rigid foam board insulation?686Views0likes0Comments
Groups
Fifth Wheel Group
Interested in fifth wheels? You've come to the right spot.Feb 16, 202519,006 Posts Travel Trailer Group
Prefer to camp in a travel trailer? You're not alone.Feb 06, 202544,025 Posts
