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I think everyone would agree that after you have one of these campers for a while you start to see how everyday items can be modified for the camper. When I first got the camper I always thought it would be too small and there was no way I would fit everything. Now, just walking through a store...

I only sleep below when the weather is bad or when in stealth mode. Sometimes if I am really tired and lazy, then that would count as well. I also have the thin 2 inch foam up top. For a while, I used a thick car camping bag (flannel lined) for extra cushioning, but that got old. I like the...

Wow. That is slick. Good ideas and very nice mod. Will have to think if this might work for me. Interesting mattress....is that a mod as well? dave in seattle

That's one good looking truck. Watch out spring and summer, here you come! Dave

Well, I use the camper with top down a lot. Usually when on the road and stopping for lunch, a nap, a rest, to read maps, or just to hang out. I have a shell and a desk system that is set up so I can cook with the top down. I can put the couch into a bed for a comfy rest. Like others have said...

Wow what a cool project. Always good to start off with a plan. Wish I had! Anyhow, let me chime in on a few things others did not.... Mattress: my older hawk has the 2 inch mattresses over the bunk. A bit firm, thin, and not so comfortable. Consider something more comfy if you have not...

I've built a few spare tire brackets for trailer and truck beds and always use wheel studs and lug nuts to bolt them on. That way you only need your tire iron to get them off and not stuck looking for some odd ball deep socket or trying to use a pair of pliers... Ok, forgive my ignorance...

Hey y'all. This thread brings up a question, but first some input. I have the regular spare under the back of the dodge ram Sb with HAWK on it. Good for usual travels. I have a front receiver hitch mounted and this allows me to put a spare tire there when traveling off the beaten path (or if I...

Wow, that is a really cool idea. Please do post finished pics with closeups and let us know how you built it. I would guess you have some talents with metal that most of us don't. Would be cool if someone put some of these in production. (hint hint hint) Thanks and keep up those good ideas...

That is a cool product. I am sure someone will get one and tell us all about it. I could also see some enterprising forum member welding up some of these and selling to us less talented souls.... dave

Deltarat... that is one nice onboard air system. In general, I think you could just have a compressor to fill all your tires and air needs....but it takes some time and sometimes, the compressors need a break if you air down all of the tires. Hence, the tank is real nice to have loaded and...

Wow, that does not look like a very fun "flat" at all. Yikes. I guess lucky it did not happen to more than one tire. I would also guess you were driving a lot slower after the repair. I have bridgestones on the truck now, but they are coming up on 6 years. Not a whole lot of miles as it is the...

Well, probably depends on your budget as well. I have my Hawk shell on a 1/2 ton dodge. I am right at about the weight limit. I did the supersprings, and this helped the ride, but you can only carry so much weight. If your budget allows, I would consider the 3/4 ton as you will have already...

The old sliding down door window problem.. I remember this happened a few years ago. Can't remember where I read it, but there are a bunch of ways to fix this.... I remember that I took off one side of the window, found the itty bitty broken plastic tabs. I then cut some scrap wood blocks to...

Yes, some NW stuff would be good. I would be up for something.....anything. Now, with summer over, it is much nicer to explore before the big snows set in. What about spring.....Anyone interested in something like Hells canyon, maybe Dug Bar or something? Would be nice to get some sun, heat...

DD: Anyone interested in a spring trip to Dug bar in Hells canyon? Good for us Northwest types who will need some sun and warmth by then. Definitely remote enough for most. Just a thought as I have been itching to go back. Dave in Seattle

Well, perhaps we should add a category: Engine bay cooking also known as the poor man's microware..... Tasty, warm, with a pinch of manifold grease.... dave

Tim DP: Wow, great deal you got there. Lots of cool things you have done already. I can't wait to hear about more. Nice pics. I like your sleeping area. Must be comfy. Now, get out of town before the weather really makes it hard.... dave in seattle

Wow, this is cool. You guys work out all the bug and show us how it is done. By the time this is done, I will probably want to retire and my existing camper will need an upgrade with a new truck. Tour the world with and XP. Would sound cool to me......dream on Dave

Mushhuskies: That does sound like a nice alternative. I have the older not so tall bed area like the newer campers. Probably the same as you. I do find the foam on the couch that is thicker does feel better. A thicker mattress up on top would be good as well. My goal is to find something that...

Sounds like a lot of work. Take some photos to share and remember where all the studs are. consider.... wiring for lights and such. Solar like you said. Wire it now with a rough in and it will be easy later. reinforcing some of the areas like the back wall or side wall so you can attach...

I have a Hawk shell and have 2 batteries under the hood. Currently, I run 10g wire to the camper from the spare and backup marine battery. The main starter battery never gets touched. I have the heavy duty Dodge ram alternator and the dual battery charging via a diode system (name escapes me...

Billharr: Wow, nice idea. Please elaborate on your pump and if you can post photos that would be cool. Pumping would not be my idea of easy to use but for the comfort it may be worth it. I am intrigued!! Thanks Dave

This is cool. I have been thinking about rear camper awnings for a while. This is nice. Hope you get it out for some field reports soon. Will keep thinking and maybe do some planning as well. thanks! dave

Well, last weekend I got out with some friends 3.5 inch REI self inflating mattresses. They are Nice. Here my my observations: 1. They do self inflate, but I tried to leave the valves open and the mats flat for about 2.5 hours while I made our evening meal. Got nice and plump, but still...