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Thanks for the link. I'm sure I'll repeat some errors along the way, along with a few new ones of my own. I want to point out that the reason for questioning the strength is not as obvious as it would seem. I have some other ideas for the camper shell and I wanted to get a general impression...

Bosque Bill: No I had not realized that you couldn't use them while they were on the jacks without added support. Wandering Sagebrush: I would think the canvas at the very least would begin to fail if that is done too often. This has my wheels turning.

Does the integrity of the bottom section of these campers depend on the top being on it when traveling? Written another way, does the top locked down on the four walls add to the bottoms strength? I have little doubt that the top needs to be down and locked for its own security.

Thanks Buckland. Maybe when your done with it you could share it on https://www.paperbackswap.com/ Irrespective of its name, they swap other forms as well. I have drastically reduced my amazon purchases since joining. That said, getting the latest books is a challenge for some genres.

Sorry, no experience regarding durability. Being an enclosed box, Id say its pretty good, but not as good as the aluminum cages. I've looked into them, but for my needs I decided to pass. They seem open to special requests. I had wanted to have the Cowboys width and height changed from their...

Congratulations. That is a yacht, by the standards with which I will be floating, come spring. That might even be sail worthy...?

The full text of the Gettysburg Address, delivered by President Abraham Lincoln at the dedication of the Soldier’s National Cemetery at the scene of the Battle of Gettysburg of the American Civil War on November 19, 1863. Four score and seven years ago our fathers brought forth on this...

I don't know how relevant this is to those of you in the West, but I thought this 'infamous' bridge was posted once before here. Anyway, for those who have some interest in trains and engineering situations, I thought you might find it interesting to see how a 1/2 Million dollars gets spent to...

Hey kamturbo, you mentioned interior shots in #17 post, but I don't see them?

That's it! That's what I've envisioned. Thanks for sharing. I'm going to guess that you had considered the other hinge side locations as well; although what you chose makes perfect sense. For myself, I would love to have it hinge on the front, but that would likely require it to swing up...

What sharp campers they are. ...boy, in another life... Thanks, I do see it closer now. I can see the lower hinge too. Their panels look to be substantial. I have to assume they are weight bearing as well.

Just to be sure I'm understood: I'm thinking of panels that would directly replace the area now taken up by the soft side material. I'm not thinking of having the truck bed rail and up replaced by panel. Even still,you very well may be correct in that it would extend to far into the crawl area...

Yes, the panels would allow for popup operation. Your evaluation points are strong to be sure. However, I don't believe the side panels would need to be as heavy, since the front and rear are already supporting the roof.

Yes of course. The Cadillac of campers. But no folders eh?

I assume that the soft materials would be lighter, and over time could possibly prove more durable than solid panels. I've never seen a TC with solid folding panels on all four sides. Most of you are likely familiar with the folding panels of an A-liner and its cousins. Maybe this has...

Thanks Mr Ski I made one or two "low ball" Offers to those links.

I sure do appreciate all of your thoughts and encouragements. I still wanted a shell, but that is proving difficult to obtain. Basically I'm starting the TC search again. My little 4.3l Silverado with it's 1962 lb of payload is what I'm working with. Currently I have a new lightweight...

I'd appreciate your thoughts on the following. Assuming two different campers: One weighs 350lbs LESS, with approximately 13 sq ft MORE frontal area exposed to the air-stream than the heavier camper. Assuming speeds no greater than 65mph I think the lighter unit would be an advantage to me...

"baby boomer generation (76 million just in the United States" "You can still to get into nature, get off the paved road, away from campgrounds, and into the middle of nowhere." " The company has been growing over the last five years. It looked like a phenomenal opportunity to improve upon...

Nope.

And for those who don't have everything, just yet: https://www.ryobitools.com/phoneworks/inspection-scope If it were just a one-time project, I'd go with the experience shared by the others above. If the first hole don't work out so good, and you make it small enough, you can always cover...

Wow! Talk about the sea calling you.

Excuse if this camper doesn't qualify, but Ithought it an interesting find for the right party. http://cnj.craigslist.org/cto/5919578908.html

Thanks. Would you know if it gets glued on as some do it yourself types have done, or bolted/riveted? Yep, he told me late May. I'll just have to get by with my current setup.

These are very helpful responses. Thank you. There is a chance of installing solar panels in the future--would having the vent placed left or right of center be advised over having it placed directly over the truck box center point?