Travelin_Jim
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Northern Lite Camper modifications/add ons
I'd like to get Northern Lite owners to discuss what they are doing to improve their camper/camping experience. I have a 2019 Northern Lite 8-11 EX that I am trying to improve the efficiency of the space that we have. Please add photos as you can. Thank you & Happy Camping!6.5KViews0likes7CommentsEnclosure for a Northern Lite 8-11 EX and truck?
Hi, I am trying to figure out what the overall height of a Northern Lite 8-11 EX would be when loaded on a Ford 350 or comperable. I am trying to figure out how to keep the whole rig covered outside. I would love to see pictures if you have them.1.9KViews0likes10CommentsRe: Artic Fox 865 wet wt 4200 or Nothern lite 8-11
My ideal rig is a Ford 350 extended cab (super cab) 4x4 gas engine. This 238" bumper to bumper rig fits in my 244" long garage. Anything else sits outside. I have always garaged my vehicles. We've tossed around building a new home to match our Toy needs. We want a 4 season camper or no camper at all. If we buy a new truck, we buy a 8'x 16' cargo trailer and a 50" side-by-side UTV which will be about a 5000lb pull. It's an all or nothing choice...complicated because the added trailer adds tongue weight and need an extended hitch which decreases manueverability in the mountains. I am on a steeeeppp learning curve. I have never owned anything bigger than my 91 Toyota extra cab 4x4 which I love and we two season car camp with it.426Views0likes0CommentsRe: New Arctic Fox 811
996Pilot wrote: Picked up my new Arctic Fox 811 last Thursday from Nelson's R.V. in Boise, ID. Wow - I'm impressed with Northwood build quality and the features of this camper. Drove it from Boise to San Diego after picking it up (968 miles). Encountered 40mph cross winds north of Mammoth Lakes CA and while it was a bit of white knuckle, I slowed to 45 mph and it seemed to handle fine (thanks to the last minute Timbren SES install). Kept the cruise control on 65mph for most all of the trip and the ride was great. Soon I'll change out the tire to 285/75-18 Cooper AT3 with the 4080 lb. load rating. I may buy an 865 from them tomorrow...Need to buy a Ford f350 but not sure it has a big enough payload for the wet wt of 4300lbs. What rig are you using and is it big enough? Thanks Jim825Views0likes0CommentsArtic Fox 865 wet wt 4200 or Nothern lite 8-11
Hi, New to the site...I want to buy a truck camper...Artic Fox 865 is nice...but heavy. Have some in town. Trying to figure out if a F350 diesel is big enough. Don't want a dually if I can help it. Really like the Northern Lite 8-11 EX Dry Bath with a wet wt of 3800 but closest dealer is 400 miles. Getting a good deal on the 865. I don't own a Ford yet so my options are open. Artic Fox dealer won't sell to anyone without a diesel. Ford dealer thinks a 350 is big enough but Really need some help. Thank you4.5KViews0likes26Comments
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