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It looks perfect! With all that height and no windows to contend with, you will have soooooo much usable space. I'm sure your build will be amazing. Are you going to install a 70" flatscreen on that back wall, you have enough room ;)

It is a very cool/nice looking rig. Looks like a lot of fun. Quite maneuverable without the need to pop the top. What sort of ceiling height do you have? What's in the cage at the back?

I use tow/haul when driving through the Rocky mountains (It keeps the transmission temp down), but I don't use it when driving around town on on the prairies. BTW, I have never experienced cruise being deactivated in either mode. A common issue that causes cruise control to mysteriously...

Just ask them to wire a switch to the campers door during the alarm installation. It would be no different than wiring a switch to a tailgate. If the installer can't accomplish this, I wouldn't trust them to do the rest of the install. You could even ask for a wiring harness (break point) near...

This is my big question as well as I was considering KO2s for my next set of tires. KO2s have the snowflake but are considered all season/terrain tires, so it's understandable that they are not the "best" on ice/snow. When I was reading up about them I remember reading something about the fact...

That's surprising. Do you care to share why?

I keep my Hawk on full time. I live in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, so we have long winters. Infact... it just started snowing yesterday. We winter camp in Jasper, Alberta. It is incredibly beautiful in the winter. Hiking on frozen river canyons. We try to get to Vancouver Island around March...

Why are people so concerned about using propane? I fill 10lb bottles for $3 at Costco and they last about 1-2 weeks if I'm just running the fridge. That's a heck of a lot cheaper then buying a second battery, extra solar panel etc. I can see if you are boon docking for more than 2 weeks and...

It looks like your shell is real nice. Clean and solid. I look forward to seeing your changes over time. What do you have for heat?

I got the coverage through my insurance broker. He contacted the insurance company on my behalf.

100% separate, that way I know for sure it is covered. I'm not confident that home owners insurance is going to cover your camper if: -you get rear ended by someone -you go on a hike and come back and find your camper or vehicle stolen. I'm not confident that your auto insurance is going to...

That is a mammoth tank. My brother just purchased an F150 with the 2.7L ecoboost. I was surprised that it has a 35 gal tank. I agree. It is nice to be able to purchase fuel where you want. With that big of a tank, it might save you $10-$20 an a fill.

15 years ago, I worked in new truck sales (Dodge dealer). I recall the features on the unit that was advertised in the news paper "1/2 tons starting from..." I didn't even know you could trucks THIS basic. 6 cylinder Vinyl bench seat Steel wheels No radio No antennae for the radio (just a plug...

Good for you! I'm glad you are feeling better. Honestly, I don't think there is any better medicine than getting outdoors, getting exercise at your pace and listening to your body. I'm glad you now have the opportunity to discover places you have never seen. Another thing that keeps us living...

The truck looks to be in great shape. By the time you get your used shell on there, you will have quite a nice unit at a great price... all in. Good for you. I look forward to seeing the camper on the truck soon. Did GMC have the dual zone climate control in 2002. Where you could adjust the...

Indeed, beautiful. You're living the dream :) Thank for sharing. Very inspirational.

It only takes me about 5 minutes to install all 4 turnbuckles. To aid in quick installation I mark where they go. DF, DR, PF, PR and which end is the top and the bottom so I know which way to turn them to tighten them. I don't need to turn them more than a few turns to get them hand tight...

Chevrolet has a Silverado WT trim level. That all work truck means. In the old days the Chevy Scotsdale was the WT.

Are you ever going to give us your impression of the 2.7 EcoBoost and your FWC? I was hoping for an initial impression, then a long term review.

http://www.clevermade.com/collections/clevercrates/products/collapsible-crate-32-liter-solid Here's a product pop up fans may enjoy! :) We just picked up 3 of these (in blue). $10 each at Costco. We also carry a small tent. Items that we don't need on a day trip get stored in the crates...

I recently insured my FWC separate from vehicle and house insurance. ~$300 per year. $20,000 replacement value. I didn't want the hassle whether it was covered by my home insurance or auto insurance. I'm mainly concerned with theft or a collision. If I take the camper off the truck it's not...

I keep my FWC on full time. Popping the roof up and down only takes 2 minutes. Vs. 1/2 hr unloading, 1/2hr loading and the damage that can happen during this process. We love having the camper with us on day trips. Cold drinks, a place to change, nap if needed. Shelter from a storm. A...

Directors chair from Costco. Built like a tank so you can sit however you want without fear of breaking it. My GF often sits sideways with her legs hanging over the arm. I like how they have the bar on the bottom so they are stable and don't sink into sand etc. I also like that they are high...

I guess the same could be said for double paned windows then. Living in Canada and winter camping, all I can say is I'm glad I have a thermal pack.

I have the full sized roll over couch in my Hawk and I'm 6'3". No problem doing anything short of cooking with the top down. I can sleep without rolling over the couch into a double bed. Which can be done while remaining inside the camper, if I wanted a double. For ventilation I open up the...