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PS: we used google maps for GPS. I downloaded the offline maps. This worked great for road navigation. Not so good for back-country. Gaia GPS worked well for looking at satellite views and offline. I use Visibile as a cell phone provider which covers Mexico. So when we did have service, the...

Power usage wasn't that big of an issue. The issue was my own: how low was I willing to draw the batteries down? 75%? 50%? 25%? Lithium will handle deep discharges very well. But as the voltage drops, the current increase to keep the equipment running at the same wattage. I'm not sure how fast...

Greg - It was easier to drill a 2-inch vent hole directly through the plywood of the camper tub. This is the same area FWC installs the battery box vents. This setup used about 1 inch of vent duct to bridge the gap between the rear of the toilet and the exterior.

I use a cigarette lighter plug with a pigtail: https://www.amazon.com/Cigarette-Lighter-Pigtail-Charger-Connector/dp/B083S57WY4. Depending on the quality of the socket and plug, the friction fit might be good enough to stay connected. Products vary so much it's hard to tell what will work. I...

David - Loreto is a beautiful town! We stayed at Romanita RV Park on the promenade between the Sea of Cortez and Misión de Nuestra Señora de Loreto Conchó(1697). The website pictures of Romanita are accurate. It's more of a campground with hookups - small RVs, campers, and tents. The campground...

Baja Mexico 2022 Notes Travel dates: 10/31 - 12/17 2022 (48 days) Baja, Mexico: November 6 to December 11, 2022 (34 days) We left Maupin, Oregon, on October 31st. We visited a few places on the way to Mexicali, where we crossed on November 6. Rough itinerary of our travels: October 31 US...

Finally, rounding the corner towards longer days!

Awesome! DM sent!

Those voltages are similar to what the manual states for my cheap AmpereTime lithium batteries. The battery has to be at rest and disconnected from any current draw or charge to be a good gauge for estimating. Like Vic said, that’s hard to do in an active camper situation. I threw some of this...

Nice work! I’ve had this on my todo list for a long time! I’m reminded every time I bump my shoulder into the corner id the camper.

Kberry: Just a thought: After 2 1/2 of not being used, I think the Rieco jacks might need some lubrication. Maybe some corrosion developed on the internals.I'm not sure how to lubricate the jacks, but I would probably start with WD-40. Maybe others on the forum know of a better lubricant. I...

I bought these new from FWC when I purchased my new Fleet in 2016. Used and working condition. Located in Maupin, Oregon. These are heavy so shipping would be a hassle. Pictures on Craigslist. $100 obo or trade for a decent bottle of bourbon...

Looks like the photos are not viewable by the public. Can you update the link? Thanks!

These sketches are inspiring. I think I'll try drawing my next trip. Thank you!

Looking good! Keeps us posted how it goes. I'm curious what you come up with for the mounts and sides!

yeah, I built a 3rd rail out of scrap. I'm not really satisfied how it turned out so I ordered a 3rd rail from Ute Ltd in Seattle. Both Ute and the distributor that sold me the bed said "we only install two rails on the Tacoma".

> Thanks for taking the time to upload the photos and break that down. Your set up is looking very ideal to what I am going for. Awesome work! I see you're only a few hours away. I rafted and camped in Maupin a week ago. I'm sure I saw your truck along the river. We have a view of the BLM road...

LostTaco, I have a Fleet slide-in and Ute flatbed on my 2014 Tacoma. I did not bolt through the floor of the Fleet. Instead, I used the existing tie down points on the Fleet and fabricated mounts that ran through the aluminum bed, down to the frame. Attached are a few photos of what I did...