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I replaced the FWC turnbuckles after getting tired of having them come loose. Replaced with turnbuckles from McMaster rated at 700 lbs and have a lock nut to prevent loosening. Expensive but worth it. I allow for some play and don’t over tighten. I also installed a “failsafe” on the front...

You are a geezer if you remember your parents version of A/C in the car was the window wings or the air vents near your feet. Retiring this year and looking forward to not knowing what day it is….

I’ve repaired my pex using sharkbite fittings from Home Depot. Just cut the pipe and slip the fitting on. Use braided water hose and valves for sinks. I recently had a leak and replaced the drain valve.

Near Horseshoe Canyon Canyonlands. Great hike into the canyon!

Red Pass on Titus Canyon Death Valley. Life is good

Took an inaugural run with my new Tacoma Off Road to Canyonlands NPS. Took the Schaefer Trail and Potash Road. I had filled up with fresh water at the Ranger Station. At the bottom of the switchbacks I got out to take a picture. You’ll see in the attached picture my keys hanging from the...

I used TREX composite deck boards. https://www.lowes.com/pd/Trex-Enhance-Basics-16-ft-Clam-Shell-Grooved-Composite-Deck-Board/1000763522 Cut to match camper. Screwed to camper. Lite weight and won’t wick moisture.

I have the same curtain on a regular Fleet. I sprayed shoe water repellent on the curtain which solved the problem. I also add chalk to the shower pan seams to insure it was watertight and the frame doesn’t get moist.

I have a 2013 Fleet which was on a 2011 Tacoma. I recently bought a 2021 Tacoma Off Road and moved the Fleet to the new truck. I asked FWC what was required and received the following email. “You will have to add anywhere from 5/8"-1" of wood slats underneath the camper so it fits over the bed...

Same problem with random alarms especially while driving or charging. I put a switch on the circuit and turn it on only at night. Problem solved and protection intact. Risk is forgetting to turn it on. I put a small piece of tape on the faucet to remind me to turn it on.

No problem. Above 5kft highs in the low 80s and overnight in the 50s.

Near Boundary Peak NV. Wild horses joined us for sunset and dinner.

I just ordered some parts for my 2013 Fleet. Took a couple of days for Brenda from the service department to respond to my email. I had no problems and their service was excellent. Suggest using email vice trying to call.

My last trip in Feb. Mojave National Preserve. Hope to hit the road soon. I don’t want to do anymore house projects!

SOCAL isolating near home

Good point. I have yet to scope out Queen Canyon Rd which appears the best way to get to ridge north of the peak. Thoughts?

Planning a “3 bagger” for these old bones before I can’t. Arc Dome, Mt Jefferson and Wheeler Peak in Nevada.

KOFA Az below Palm Canyon this evening. Life is good

Same thing happened to me. Repair using shark fittings and braided hoses. http://www.wanderthewest.com/forum/topic/12043-pex-piping-repair/?hl=piping

Mazourka Peak California.

Done some stupid things with my Fleet. Yet another one. Month ago had a great trip up CA 395 (Horton Creek / Coyote Flats / Mazourka Peak). As usual when I get home I clean and prep the truck and camper for the next trip. I missed one small detail. I use bubble wrap in the egg shelf of the...

Spent last weekend is the same area SKI wandered. Hiked to the snow line up Horton Lakes off of Buttermilk Road. Enjoyed the Volcanic Tablelands. Ended up at Eureka Dunes before heading home to the “grind.”

Hole in the Wall - Death Valley

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Los Angeles: I have a Fleet with the front dinnette and shower. We use it everyday camping and have the routine down to a science. Yes, you can take a shower outside, however, I have found it easier and more enjoyable inside not dealing with the mud, lack of privacy and most importantly...