We bought this because the deal was right, I knew the previous owner and now we can take some mini vacations :D
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y25/900rider/Camper/FB_IMG_1462666020567_zps8j6u71sm.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/900rider/media/Camper/FB_IMG_1462666020567_zps8j6u71sm.jpg.html)
(http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y25/900rider/Camper/FB_IMG_1462666032709_zpsrvaeg6xu.jpg) (http://s2.photobucket.com/user/900rider/media/Camper/FB_IMG_1462666032709_zpsrvaeg6xu.jpg.html)
Pretty cool. [thumbsup]
Kev....you'll see what's in my yard this summer.
The price was right...
if you don't count everything. [laugh]
[thumbsup]
Nice trailer!! How much does it weigh? I'll probably be looking at getting something like that when I pick up a 4Runner; it'll be a great way to extend "camping" trips out west.
We did a practice overnight last night in the yard.
Zeke needs practice getting out of the top bunk. [laugh]
Quote from: DRKWNG on May 15, 2016, 08:10:05 AM
Nice trailer!! How much does it weigh? I'll probably be looking at getting something like that when I pick up a 4Runner; it'll be a great way to extend "camping" trips out west.
This one is all aluminum and 850ish pounds empty.
I just have a 1/2 ton truck and wasn't aware it was behind me on the tow home.
No electric brakes since it's so light.
Pop-up superleggera :D
Nice.
Congrats, now get rid o them hippie stickers.
Bringing it to DIMBY?
Quote from: red baron on May 15, 2016, 02:22:17 PM
Congrats, now get rid o them hippie stickers.
Eh, I kinda like some of them.
Quote from: 1.21GW on May 15, 2016, 03:01:20 PM
Bringing it to DIMBY?
Definitely [thumbsup]
Its a great way to see the country and enjoy life !!
Here's my setup
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b343/uterep/RV%20big/100_2700.jpg)
9200 lbs ( 2010 F150 , 5.4, HD, MaxTow, R.A.S, Screw, 6.5 LWB ) ...tows like a dream
Link no worky... :(
+1
:(
You guys are gonna force me to post pics of the Ark... :P
Just post the length. We can imagine pretty easily what a 34' travel trailer looks like ;)
Quote from: Monsterlover on May 15, 2016, 04:56:30 PM
Just post the length. We can imagine pretty easily what a 34' travel trailer looks like ;)
28' Citation...from a previous century. ;D
ute's rig...
(http://i22.photobucket.com/albums/b343/uterep/RV%20big/100_2700.jpg)
Quote from: ducpainter on May 15, 2016, 05:06:39 PM
28' Citation...from a previous century. ;D
[thumbsup]
Thanks !!
26.5'.............. started with a pup tent for 2, 35 years ago.
Quote from: ute on May 16, 2016, 03:30:50 PM
Thanks !!
26.5'.............. started with a pup tent for 2, 35 years ago.
What's that weigh?
That's a nice 5th wheel.
I will say it looks like it's all the suspension on that F-150 wants. :-\
Quote from: ducpainter on May 16, 2016, 03:49:26 PM
That's a nice 5th wheel.
I will say it looks like it's all the suspension on that F-150 wants. :-\
I saw that as well.
How much can a half ton actually manage?
And given same weight, would a hitch, fifth wheel or goose neck tow any differently on the same truck?
Quote from: Monsterlover on May 16, 2016, 03:51:44 PM
I saw that as well.
How much can a half ton actually manage?
And given same weight, would a hitch, fifth wheel or goose neck tow any differently on the same truck?
IIRC, that F150 has a payload capacity of 1300#
Quote from: NAKID on May 16, 2016, 04:27:01 PM
IIRC, that F150 has a payload capacity of 1300#
It'll handle a ton...looking similar to that. ;D
Quote from: Monsterlover on May 16, 2016, 03:51:44 PM
And given same weight, would a hitch, fifth wheel or goose neck tow any differently on the same truck?
Anything putting more weight in front of the rear wheels should result in better handling (assuming nothing else is set up too stupid).
I prefer the overkill approach to towing. There are some serious grades out here. The F350 notices some of them, even.
Quote from: Satellite smithy on May 16, 2016, 07:09:11 PM
Anything putting more weight in front of the rear wheels should result in better handling (assuming nothing else is set up too stupid).
I prefer the overkill approach to towing. There are some serious grades out here. The F350 notices some of them, even.
Great point. So, let's eliminate the hitch. Any big differences between goose neck and fifth wheel?
Quote from: Monsterlover on May 16, 2016, 07:11:46 PM
Great point. So, let's eliminate the hitch. Any big differences between goose neck and fifth wheel?
Well...either one is a way of taking a house with you and claiming you're camping so.....
You can use your bed with a goose neck hitch. That fifth wheel is in the way.
I'm told the fifth wheel tows smoother.
I have a friend with a classic 36' Flxible bus that's been converted to an RV. I can probably get it for ya for 10k. That right there is the way to travel.
Yeah, converting an old bus to an RV is on my "list"
Something from the 40's or 50's. Love the look.
Quote from: Monsterlover on May 16, 2016, 08:16:37 PM
Yeah, converting an old bus to an RV is on my "list"
Something from the 40's or 50's. Love the look.
Here it is:
http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=312671&highlight=bus (http://www.bayarearidersforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=312671&highlight=bus)
1957 vintage.
I would deliver it to you.
Man that interior needs some work, but it's super cool!
I am 9200 lbs , loaded
And that was before the RAS installed ( Ride Active Suspension )
Max on the HD 150 is 11,200
So finally used this thing last weekend.
It was AWESOME!!!!
I really like having camper only stuff that lives in the camper full time. Minimal setup and tear down maximum time make the beast with two backsing off outdoors. It's so light I wasn't aware it was behind my truck (didn't expect I would). I discovered I CAN tow it with the gate down, which I need to do to load bikes. I could do one at an angle I guess, but that sounds like work.
Aluminum pop-up camper - 10/10 would recommend
Just a quick update.
Holy crap I love this thing! We camped maybe 5 times and I slept at the track on corner work weekends a couple times.
After using it a bunch of times I can't really say I've wanted anything in it it doesn't have.
I've considered rigging up a tank for water and a 12v pump to make redneck showers easier but we really don't need it.
Looking forward to spending even more time with it this year [thumbsup]
With it all folded up, is the exposed fabric part of the 'roof', or is it a separate cover?
Quote from: Speeddog on April 11, 2017, 03:40:14 PM
With it all folded up, is the exposed fabric part of the 'roof', or is it a separate cover?
Separate cover that rolls up.
If I had a pickup and a bike, this would be my ideal setup for a track day. Load the bike in the bed and tow the camper. Nowadays the only time I would consider using a camper like this would be the cub scout camping trips, but even then it's a bit of an overkill.
A bit more modest than all of that.
I bought this Yakima top box that holds all the camping gear, rifles, fishing poles, tent, chairs, stove etc.
That leaves the inside of the Ute free of stuff if we just want to make a bed in the rear and not set up the tent.
We have four of those big round dog beds to lay in the back for car camping, and a queen air mattress if setting up the tent is going to be worth while.
(http://i64.tinypic.com/fjf1g4.jpg)
https://youtu.be/f2VvmqADlrY
https://youtu.be/Rco2sMQDRfc
Killer, but a little out of my price range [laugh]
Amateurs
(http://www.drivingenthusiast.net/sec-blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/landmaster.jpg)
we had the cannons upgraded since then.
Quote from: ducatiz on May 05, 2017, 02:36:29 PM
Amateurs
(http://www.drivingenthusiast.net/sec-blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/landmaster.jpg)
we had the cannons upgraded since then.
Want! [drool]
Quote from: ducatiz on May 05, 2017, 02:36:29 PM
Amateurs
(http://www.drivingenthusiast.net/sec-blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/landmaster.jpg)
we had the cannons upgraded since then.
What TV show was that from. Original V?
Looks familiar
Quote from: Monsterlover on May 06, 2017, 07:23:41 PM
What TV show was that from. Original V?
Looks familiar
The film Damnation Alley
reminds me of the Surface Orbiter
https://youtu.be/lxagiMITOG4
Oh yeah
These are pretty awesome, but expensive as well.
http://conqueror4x4usa.com/
https://youtu.be/eqE9ZxLB7RU
Quote from: ducatiz on May 10, 2017, 05:23:34 AM
The film Damnation Alley
Made out with Sheri Hill during that movie. Ahhhh 8th grade memories.
Quote from: Grampa on June 05, 2017, 08:59:06 PM
Made out with Sheri Hill during that movie. Ahhhh 8th grade memories.
Well, she went to 2nd base with Phil when he took her to see Star Wars the next week.
https://youtu.be/SeExjBHm438
https://youtu.be/57O39NmtOvg
http://www.go-barefoot.co.uk/
I have... "issues"
(http://i.imgur.com/MYp4RX3.jpg)
Torque and storage space would not be one of them ;D
Lots of useable shade too!
Still loving this pop up camper. Used it a couple times this year + dimby.
Just put it away for the winter this morning at the shop. Always a sad time to acknowledge the end of nice weather and the start of oncoming hell.
Quote from: Monsterlover on October 17, 2018, 01:08:33 PM
+ dimby.
Isn't that kind of cheating? And/or a fire hazard [evil]
Cheating, no way!
Fire hazard, yeah. Definitely at those events ;D
Quote from: stopintime on October 17, 2018, 01:50:40 PM
Isn't that kind of cheating? And/or a fire hazard [evil]
Quote from: Monsterlover on October 17, 2018, 02:53:55 PM
Cheating, no way!
Fire hazard, yeah. Definitely at those events ;D
Woah woah woah...I don't burn stuff anymore.
I blow stuff up. [evil]
I dunno. Burning bits float down from the sky.
It counts ;D
Quote from: Monsterlover on October 17, 2018, 04:04:17 PM
I dunno. Burning bits float down from the sky.
It counts ;D
Mr. Technical... :-* What could go wrong? :P
I like the displays because I don't have to deal with the local authorities.
I've always had authority issues. [laugh] [laugh]
[laugh]
I'm shocked to learn this.
Personally, I like the fire ring going all weekend and the display in the sky. It's good.
Works for me too.
Quote from: Monsterlover on October 17, 2018, 04:16:59 PM
Personally, I like the fire ring going all weekend and the display in the sky. It's good.
Ditto.