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2006 OKanagan 117DBL and kids... 🙂 The net in front of the top bunk has issues, and I'd like to replace. I know Western Leisure is no more, and Adventurer is not making Eagle Cap any longer, but I'm wondering if anyone knows a source for this type of net: I tried to call Adventurer, since I figured Eagle Cap might have similar, but no response. Jim366Views0likes3CommentsRe: Is this the biggest/heaviest TC on the market?
The spray foam is a nice idea for structure, but it's much better if you put the structure together first and then press it into a mold and then inject foam into the voids from the ends. They do similar for structural panels for houses (called SIP panels, we've long considered building a house from them). I also concur on the innovation angle. For the price, I'd grab a Okanagan 126TKS (I think Eagle Cap makes a follow on version, or did), which has the same interior space, does not require a flat bed truck. Both still require a 550/5500, but I rather like the idea of having a regular truck bed when the TC is not on. Jim1.3KViews0likes0CommentsRe: OKanagan interior panel needed
notsobigjoe wrote: A little off topic but I always liked the that camper and the beautiful warm comfy interior. Always one of my favorites. It's been a big part of our family's history, as we purchased it many years ago when the kids were young and I had the opportunity to work remotely (before it was ubiquitous like it is now) in the 2000s. We didn't get everywhere, but there were lots of memorable lengthy trips before they got older and could not get away as much. We're in a new phase of life, with the kids gone/off to college, and we had considered selling the unit, but a recent trip to NC from IA showed us how often we visit or traverse areas that would be tough with a large 5th wheel and also how much we would need to consider in towing something (one of the largest reasons for the TC was neither of us wanted to tow). So, selling it is off the table. We then considered replacing it with a newer unit designed for just the two of us, but there's too many memories in this unit. We also decided not to sell because it's just too useful. We've actually used it to live in full time between jobs, and we used it as a emergency home during times when the power was out, etc. We *might* add a 5er down the road if the kids' destinations warrant a longer term "stay in one place" home far away from home and a desire not to impose on their hospitality, but the TC is staying. Still, since I need to make the IA->NC/SC trip every few months and there's no kids' schedules to work around, it's time to redo the unit to focus on amenities for 2 people, both of whom do computer work. The only main gripe I have with the unit is the frig, which arguably is not the RV's fault. It is just so picky about leveling, and our older Class C dometic was absolutely unconcerned. There's many more options in this space now than in 2006, so it might get the boot at some point. You can search my username for all of my trials and tribulations on vehicle setup, slide issues back in the day, etc. It's been a ride...524Views0likes0CommentsRe: OKanagan interior panel needed
StirCrazy wrote: you can buy the interior panels at windsor plywood up here, they have about 6 different paterens and the trip pieces and such. don't know if you guys have a lumber store likethat down there. Steve We do, but none of the designs match the panels in the camper. Does windsor plywood have a web site with pics of their designs? Jim524Views0likes0CommentsRe: OKanagan interior panel needed
joerg68 wrote: What is your project on hand? I can't really help you, but maybe you could describe a bit better what you need? The same wallpaper design, the same wood, luan, cupboard doors? Same wallpaper design, but I assume I'll need to buy the entire 4x8 panel as the design is integral to the panel. I need 3 panels.525Views0likes0CommentsOKanagan interior panel needed
Need some matching (or closely matching) panels for my 2006 OKanagan 117DBL. I figured it's a long shot, but wondered if anyone has any leads. Interior is the same color as this one. Given the age, I assume direct replacements are not available, but something similar might work. Even links to places to look at designs/colors could be helpful. Jim1.8KViews0likes8CommentsLooking for repair shop for water damage to OK117DBL
Driver's rear corner of Okanagan 117DBL has some non trivial water damage. Rear filon is cracked open and the wood inside is rotted. Anyone in the Midwest know a good RV service center who might take this on? Assuming I can get the unit loaded (not sure how stable the rear jack is), I could drive it to anywhere in IA, even stepping into MO, MN, WI, IL, NE, and maybe even parts further if needed. Jim716Views0likes1CommentRe: KELDERMAN or LIQUID SPRINGS QUESTION
Sadly, I can't comment on LS, as I only have owned Kelderman. LS might be a bit stiffer, which could be better loaded, but worse unloaded, I don't know. I will say that these major suspension upgrades are so nice. My kelderman is an auto-level, so I never have to worry about my headlights being aimed too high into oncoming traffic like it was with the regular suspension. I think LS has a similar feature. Highly recommended. I'm not as wild about the Rancho shocks that came with the full kelderman package, so I'd suggest bilstein or something else. Find a good place to install, as I assume that makes or breaks it (I live about 2 hours from Kelderman's HQ in Iowa, so they did my install directly).894Views0likes0CommentsRe: Host, Eagle Cap, Lance Suspension Requirements
Can't argue the Kelderman plug, but it's pricey, I know :-) When we first pushed the OK117DBL onto the F350, we had good luck with Timbrens and some bump stop extenders. Those are cheapest and I'd try them first. And a rear sway bar, as noted. Jim211Views0likes0CommentsRe: Truck Camper Models with 3 Beds?
Grit dog wrote: Whoa! Lol You camp somewhere you don’t trust your kids safety being in a tent (not really a tent, more of a popup camper) or just a helicopter dad? I can think of pros and cons to the tip outs but ….not life safety. I doubt my kids, who operate power tools, ride 4 wheelers, or regularly climb on top of the roof of our house would call me a helicopter dad, but yep, we often did camp places where I would no more put my kids in a tent or popup than hand them to strangers on the side of the road. Wal-Marts come to mind. We stopped all the time in the backlots and parked overnight. Some were in great shape, but not all. A determined attackers could have no doubt gotten in the hardside, but I'd have at least had a bit more warning to respond. I don't think they were too keen on being in a tent either, and my wife made it clear she did not feel safe with the tent option. And, that, folks, trumps all the other reasons. The model was a OK117TNT, as I recall, and differs from the OK117DBL only in the back is a fold down tent, and not a slide. We had the opportunity to take delivery of one off the lot in 2006 in Tennessee, which would have been SO convenient and we were so excited to get going on our journey in TC-land. But, there was no discussion about it. We ordered the hard slide 117DBL and drove all the way home to IA and back to TN months later to pick it up.1KViews0likes0Comments
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