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RE: Arctic Fox a/c
We have a Polar Cub 9000 in a pop-up and it handles the Louisiana summers on the low setting just fine. The 11K should be more than enough.
Good luck with your shopping :B
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Nemo667
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07/23/08 07:10pm |
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RE: Forged Eye Bolts Camper Tiedowns
I use the galvanized forged steel eye bolts with a 1550# WLL. They are not from China...
Delta Wire Rope
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Nemo667
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07/21/08 06:22pm |
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RE: Height question
...we are 9.5' including the Polar Cub AC unit. :B
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Nemo667
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07/20/08 05:48pm |
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RE: 3/4 ton vs. 1 ton questions.
On the '05-up trucks, I will venture to guess the main difference is the springs. As far as I know, the axles, brakes and frames are the same and the wheels and tires can be swapped easily enough.
Here is some info from an accepted expert on thedieselstop:
Re: Differences in F350 and F250 4x4s
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Originally Posted by Rockin_S
Other then the spring rate is there much difference between the F250 and the F350s?
Depends on the year.
Since you asked the question in the '99-up forum, I'll assume you mean '99-up.
For all '99-up PSDs, there is no difference in the front spring rate between identically-optioned F-350 SRWs and F-250. But pickups with different options can have different front spring rates. So an F-250 could have higher-capacity front springs than an F-350 SRW with different options. Go by the front spring code.
For the '99 models, the rear springs and the rear axle were different. Stock tires were different, but the F-350 SRW tires were available as options for the F-250.
Beginning some time in the Y2K model year and continuing through the '04 model year, Ford began installing the same rear axle and rear springs on most F-250s as were standard on the F-350 SRW. Stock tires were still different, but again the F-350 SRW tires were optional on F-250s. So for many pickups, the only difference in identically-optioned F-250s and F-350 SRWs was the spacer block in the rear suspension of 4x4s. F-250 4x4s had 2" spacer blocks, and F-350 SRW 4x4s had 4" spacer blocks. (There are no spacer blocks in 4x2s.)
For '00 thru '04 models, check the spring code on F-250s. If the rear spring code is "B", then you have the same rear springs as F-350 SRWs. But if the rear spring code is "A", then you have the lighter F-250 rear springs.
But beginning in 2005 model year, there is a definite difference in the F-250 and the F-350 SRW. The rear axle is different. The rear springs are different. Stock wheels and tires are 17" on the F-250 and 18" on the F-350 SRW. But still you could order F-350 SRW tires and wheels on F-250s, and many did.Tires and wheels, yes. Rear springs and rear axle, no. F-250 4x4 longbed PSD 4x4 has 10,000 pounds GVWR. F-350 SRW longbed PSD 4x4 has 11,500 GVWR. The difference is in the rear springs and rear axle weight capacities. Everything else, including frame, brakes, front springs, shocks, engine and tranny are the same.
Here is the axle specs:
There are other differences in the 05-07 F250 and F350 See Below:
The Rear Axles are different between the F250 and the F350 SRW. See below from page 27, Rear Axel Specs (about half way down)
Cut and Paste this URL into a browser
https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbba...iessd-ms_06.pdf
Axle Shaft — Spline Minor Dia.(in.)
F250 F350
1.36 1.50
— Spline Major Dia.(in.)
F250 F350
1.50 1.57
— No. of Splines(Hub End)
F250 F350
35 37Having trouble with that link Steve. It may be because it is a http(s) and requires a password or authorization of some design.
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Nemo667
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07/20/08 09:30am |
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RE: Leaving next Monday!!!
DJ - Looking forward to your trip report and pictures :B
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Nemo667
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07/20/08 03:41am |
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RE: Using the TC to access Non-motorized recreation
I was looking a kayaks about 6 months ago and had finally talked myself out of buying one. Now this post comes along and has me thinking about it again...sheesh. It was a post about like this one that had me shopping. If I remember right it was by someone from Maine and they included pics of a sea kayak in amongst some islands; it was beautiful. ...Well...guess it's time to start looking at kayaks again as we have a couple of local lakes that could be fished much more efficiently from a small boat. :E
Dave, let me know how your conoe mounts work out. :B
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Nemo667
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07/15/08 06:50pm |
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RE: Steve in 29
Hey does this mean I'm special? My mom always told me I was. :B
I bet you want to be my friend now, huh Don? Well too bad, I ate all my chocolate ice cream already. LOL
As to the original question, this has actually been discussed on here before.
The problem with a fold-up two piece door is that it creates more problems then it solves. The increased ease of ingress/egress is offset by an almost total loss of structural integrity.
A pop-up TC is already at a disadvantage structurally compared to a hardside since the solid attachment of the walls to the roof in a hardside GREATLY stiffens everything up.
On a pop-up the only thing connecting the left and right sides together in the rear is the thin header panel above the door. If this is removed to allow for a fold-up door even that little bit of structural integrity is now lost. On a pop-up when the roof is raised it's weight is transfered through the lifting mechanism into the walls and the mechanism is actually using the walls to push against as it goes up. With the removal of the door header panel, when the roof is raised the lifting mechanism has no real solid structure to push against and will force the walls apart. Adding weight to the roof via items such as an A/C unit or storage pod will greatly exacerbate this and carried far enough can lead to structural failure. Even the downward pull from the tiedowns will be enough to bow the sides outward.
To illustrate my point, take a cardboard box and tape the lid flaps closed. Now try to distort its shape. Don't gorilla it since it is only cardboard after all but you will find it is relatively hard to distort it. Now un-tape the lid flaps and you will find that it is much easier to get the box to twist itself out of square but that the sides don't flop outward. Next cut a hole in one side to simulate the door (leaving a piece above the "door" to tie the sides together) and you will find that it is still roughly as strong as the open box. Finally remove the piece above your door tyeing the sides together and see how the box pretty much looses ALL structural integrity.
Something else that has been mentioned about a fold-up door is that it is necessary to raise the roof (or at least lift up on it several inches) to open the door during even a quick roadside stop since it extends up under the roof's edge. Not a huge problem for an average sized man but someone like my wife (4'10"/95lbs) or a kid would have problems if no one was there to assist.
Concerning Outfitter's door size, while the Caribou does have the smaller pop-up style door (though it is slightly taller then most due to the under-bed storage increasing the wall height slightly), the Apex (with the additional height of the basement) has as tall a door as I have seen on some hardsides. Though it is admittedly not as tall as the tallest of those, it is still high enough to allow for entering the camper with only a slight bowing of the head instead of the crawling maneuver required by many pop-ups.Good post Steve. The cardboard box illustration really clarifies it.
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Nemo667
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07/15/08 05:05am |
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RE: What is the coolest/neatest part of your TC?
Solar power in the boonies...camp just about any where...Sportscar like handling with stock suspension.
...petekerwien may have the best post...a camper that is paid for is REALLY hard to beat...:B
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Nemo667
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07/14/08 06:48pm |
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RE: Steve in 29
John H,
I had the same question back when I was trying to figure out which camper I was going to buy. I think the answer is, with Outfitters basement the door is plenty tall enough. No need for a door with a hinge in it. Getting in and out of the camper really is a non-issue for my wife and I. I'm 6' and she is 5'8''.
Hello Don!!
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Nemo667
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07/14/08 06:37pm |
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RE: Which One? Honda or Yamaha
Honda
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Nemo667
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07/14/08 06:18pm |
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RE: Great Service in NC
Always good to hear about outstanding service. Thank you for posting and happy travels. :B
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Nemo667
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07/13/08 09:25am |
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RE: My hat's off to Outfitter Mfg!
I've been looking at both Outfitter and Hallmark truck campers closely, as they both seem like great campers and companies. However, for various reasons I prefer using email to the phone, and whenever I send email to Hallmark, I get an immediate reply, usually with detailed information. When I send Outfitter email, usually I get a reply, sometimes not.
For example, I recently asked Hallmark about bolting the camper to my truck. Matt at Hallmark (the owner?) replied with his recommendations and information on how they would accomplish the task. Becky (the secretary?) from Outfitter eventually replied with "yes we can do that."
Replying to email inquiries should be an important part of customer service, shouldn't it? Customer service is important and each company has there own approach. Outfitter prefers to answer inquiries by telephone. If I have questions, I pick the communication medium that works best for getting the information I'm looking for. I have no problem using either one. I believe both companies have toll free numbers.
Good luck with your reaserch :B
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Nemo667
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07/11/08 11:35am |
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RE: Trip Report: Mount Orford Park, Quebec
Hello Silver...
Great little get away you have there. Nice write-up and pictures too. We have something similar here in LA; very peaceful lake setting, a short trip from the house and the grandson loves it. The next big trip for us will be Big Bend TX next spring.
Thanks for posting your trip :B
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Nemo667
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07/10/08 07:50am |
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RE: I Found All of the Campers - Hells Canyon, Idaho/Oregon
Where are the pictures?
Fisherman should always have pictures...otherwise, it's just another fishing story. :B
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Nemo667
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07/06/08 05:29pm |
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RE: Newbie Questions
Welcome to the forum. :B
You will have the answer to your questions after you weigh the truck and camper. Get a weight without the camper and another with the camper on full of water,clothes, food, ready to travel. The camper is probably closer to 3500 pounds when loaded. Can you take the camper off and use the old tires to get you to a weigh station? Once you know the trucks weight full of fuel you will have a better idea about which tires you will need.
Thanks for the warm welcome.
My neighbor told me that he weighs his truck at the grain elevator in town. I should have the actual weight soon. With the camper weight of 3500 we will will exceed the GVWR of the truck. Is it possible to have this restated if modifications are made to the truck?
Thank you for the response.
MaKI would get your real world weights and take a look at it after that. I would not want to exceed my (new) tire capacity or be over rear axle capacity with the fully loaded camper on. If you can stay under axle and tire capacity, then, see if your happy with how it handles and stops with the loaded camper. You may need further modification after that and there will plenty of help from this forum for you to consider.
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Nemo667
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07/04/08 04:31pm |
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RE: Newbie Questions
Welcome to the forum. :B
You will have the answer to your questions after you weigh the truck and camper. Get a weight without the camper and another with the camper on full of water,clothes, food, ready to travel. The camper is probably closer to 3500 pounds when loaded. Can you take the camper off and use the old tires to get you to a weigh station? Once you know the trucks weight full of fuel you will have a better idea about which tires you will need.
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Nemo667
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07/04/08 08:51am |
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RE: driving washboard roads
Lots of Easter eggs and experience contained in this post. Summarizing techniques it looks like; airing down the tires, match speed to road surface (safely), Driving on smooth parts using all of the road to minimize washboard effect, use adjustable (air) shocks as necessary if you have them, maintain your equipment and don't wheel when tired. Did I miss anything? Some of you guys need to collaborate and then write a book...:B
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Nemo667
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07/04/08 08:38am |
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RE: Happy 4th folks (yes it's photoshop, but mainly the flag)
Nice Dave. To our men and women in uniform ...thank you. :)
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Nemo667
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07/04/08 05:09am |
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RE: You might be a boondocker if...
You might be an antisocial boondocker if ...
You don't see or hear another person or vehicle the whole time you are camped and are very contented with the achievement. ;)...we have a winner Jeff!!! :B
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Nemo667
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06/30/08 07:37pm |
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RE: Accordion/scissor steps for entering back of Lance
Try this one... Stairs
Good luck :B
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Nemo667
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06/24/08 05:26am |
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