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OK, y'all, been doing some research and have some general questions for the more informed....your thoughts will be appreciated. First, I have a family connection and probably will get a GM truck as the cost will be substantially less. Too bad they don't work for the other companies, but I...

Ahh, good to know. Did not know that there is an option to not permanently mount it. That might be the way to go. Next time I am near camping world or some place that sells them I will have to look into it. This sounds like a nice project for the fall. Thanks, all dave

Dan, Those holiday times are tough to get out.....nice when you can, though. What areas do you have in mind and how many days? I'd love to join you. Dave here in Seattle

I was thinking about the camper this week as I was airing it out from a recent wet and rainy weekend. I had the vent open and the fan on for part of the day. Then I decided to keep the vent open over night. Well, of course it started raining about 3am and I had to go out and close the vent...

Pods8 I was a bit disappointed I have not met up with Mark as his wife looks like an excessent chef. What is even more frustrating is when we were to meet up near Ranier, we were just a few miles apart. Had we radios, it would have been a no brainer. Now, since he has a license, we would be...

Congrats, Mark. Nice call as well. Despite what I hear, sounds like the radio hobby is alive and well in this camper group. Everyone get on HF and we can start some nets! 73 de N0XLW dave

Herr42 is right, the fact that you can use a dual band radio to repeat out of is quite nice. I use this when I have the HT with me and have the time to look up the local repeaters. I have found that in much of WA and OR that often the repeaters are operational, but no one ever responds to a...

Pods8 Well, I am a bit jealous. Have a great rip and do post photos. Of course, we are having some mighty good weather up here this week. Never can tell this time of year.....Stay or go east. This week we stay. Update your photos along the way so we can live vicariously via your posts...

Mark: I think all the modern 2m rigs are pretty good. I've tended toward the Yaesu brand but I think they will all do well. I have an old 2m 2800 that is built like a tank and has been in 3 cars. Even use it in rental cars. Just get a good antenna and mount it up high. That is probably...

The other radio thread- Emergency Communications- Ham Radio I'd been searching for it, and couldn't find it until a minute ago. Mark, that is a good thread. I also use the camper as a radio shack. I can run them when driving, but often really run them when stopped. In back, I can set up...

JeffyG: Cool, thanks for the reply. I google mapped your town and you are right on the road out of Prince Rupert. I have been thinking of taking the ferry from vancouver island over to prince rupert and then trying to drive over to Northern BC. I have some friends that live in Fort St John...

JeffG: Nice! Am looking at trucks likes yours. I notice you keep the tailgate on....how does that work out for you. Also, what do you carry in the spare space? I was thinking of getting a toolbox/gas box to add extra miles. An extra 50 gal would make 5 cal cans unnecessary. I can probably...

Mark: Well, VHF/UHF is nice for getting out, talking on the road and caravaning....but probably won't help you much in the back woods. I think HF is what you need. Much better at getting out from the hinterlands where many of us spend our time. Besides, I love listening to HF while driving...

As some of you already know, I have been starting to look for a newer truck to replace my 1/2 ton. It is a short bed and I have a 2001 hawk shell on it. Had it for about 3 years now. Best thing I ever bought. Looking at trucks, though, I see a lot of full sized beds out there. So, I might...

Everyone, the input has been good. I know I have to work through what I want and this helps. I did spend more time at the Chevy and Ford dealers today (different than last time) and spent a lot of time with the 3/4 tons. Seems they don't have a lot of stock on the floor. Most of the trucks...

2wd or 4wd it is all good. Always the location and the people that make the trip. If you plan it, I am sure they will come, regardless of the truck! If you planned it I would love to come. Dave in Seattle

Nice photos and write up. Will have to work on organizing one of these WTW meetings. just sounds like so much fun! dave

Man, thems some cool photos. I am also so jealous that I could not go. Oh well. Next time. Keep those pics coming, we will all live through our brothers who made the trip! Dave

"Everything needed for tailgate operations. " Like that beer on the tailgate...... 73 de N0XLW Dave

Mark: Thems looks like very very good eats. Would have loved to meet up with you that day. There was a burn ban in effect and so we could not have a campfire. We had to cook our ribs on the stove. Never as good as the open flame. Would have loved to share with your beautiful meal. Would...

Dan, Nice set up! I still use my trusty "travel" DSLR, the nikon d70, 18-200, rip off carbon fiber tripod. Simple and easy. Makes me want to get out and take more photos. Sometimes I am in a rush and don't slow down to compose like in the old film days. Helps that you can stay in one spot...

Scott, That is good advice. Yes, looking for 4x4. The moving parts is concerning. I will have to do some reading on this. I would assume maintenance is an issue, but is there any documentation that they have more problems. Wondering if this is a real practical problem or not. I have...

Dan, Spectacular photos. You've a good eye for light. I would like to encourage you to post more photos. Do share your equipment list, though i know it is the photography who really makes the shot. The 395 really is my favorite road to travel. No matter the time of day, the light is just...

Well, this weekend I took the train down to Portland, had a few beers with some friends, and picked up the bruised truck. Now, it runs nice, smooth and was nice having my little baby back. Camper was still damp from the rains of last weekend. A little moldy smell. Got to open her up and air...

Ok, like the opinions, good to hear what other people think. Yes, a 1/2 ton would work for me most of the time. But when I load up and have to take all that extra gear for extended stays off pavement, that 3/4 ton sure looks a lot better. This truck will mostly be used for fun stuff. the...