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Thanks Durango for the offer on your design ideas. I think the 9' rails aft of the cab are on the 84" CA SuperCab version with its 191.9" wheel base. This truck has an OAL of 277.4" in the SuperCab. I think the frame rails are shorter on the 60" CA SuperCab with the 167.9" wheel base and...

Excellent info in this thread! Manual locking hubs are a "special order" item in the Ford "options" book. Like electric v manual roll down windows (not even sure these are still an option as I don't see them in the book), electric locking hubs are actually cheaper to manufacture and install...

+1 for the Discover Baja Club and the insurance vendors through the membership. The Club can also secure your FMM Tourist Permit in advance. Well worth the annual membership. Heck, the monthly newsletter is worth the price of membership IMO. As others mentioned, if you're going to be in...

I started using a Hi Lift in the 70s. They were cheap and extremely useful back when vehicles had intrastate guard rails for bumpers. They are still useful but I've seen far more damage to modern vehicles simply because streamline designs and new material to improve aerodynamics do not lend to...

Coiled up rubber snakes at likely entry points for mice. Just put a note on the camper door to prevent someone from having a heart attack when they open the door and discover the snakes! Rubber snakes works like a charm. I often use them when camping in locations where ground squirrels are...

I like Ron's cooking table as well. The idea compact table that folds up into something else and not another stand alone product to have to tote is a great idea. I also like the concept of a single swingarm. But, I simply do not see that being a practical design given the weight of my spare...

I would first ask Denny for a new decal with backing. I'd then remove the decal from the door. If you ever want to sell the camper, someone might want that cool Jackson Hole decal affixed tot he door. I left my decal attached to the door. We consider Tom and Celeste friends and wanted to...

In so far as the warranty is concerned...FWC only warrants the manufacture and assembly of the camper, not the components manufactured by other companies and installed by the factory. As such, those components are covered by the manufacturer's warranty. The factory has excellent quality...

From Nikon Rumors... Subscribing to my grandmother's wise saying, "if you can't say anything good, say nothin' at all".... So I'm not saying anything about Abe's of Maine. I really like B&H. Most everything is in stock and 2 day shipping. Great folks to visit in NYC and super customer...

Those are some super sticky tires to hold a vertical wall like that in the image! :) What's the plan?

Thanks for the info Charlie! That is helpful! Bill

Not wanting to hijack Bombsight's Aluminess thread.... Since I didn't get my receiver fab'd into the front bumper, I need to find a way to tote my generator. I'm thinking an Aluminess box is the best alternative. I have 6 jerry cans and haven't found a need for other than a single water can...

Thanks Ron! Who made the receiver step? I haven't seen that one before. Bill

What size wheel/tire are you carrying on the carrier? My Super Duty wheel and tire weigh in at 97#. Why I have to go to Planet Fitness daily so I'm ready to lift this beast off the carrier...someday!!!!

Ron... Can you please post a picture(s) of the Aluminess box you incorporated into your CBI swingarm? Thanks! Bill

Regardless which fabricator you choose, if custom fabrication, expect to pay a handsome premium on top of the standard cost. I used to keep my mill setup for specific cuts for one week then reset the following Monday. It took me about 2 hours to reset the mill and fixtures and get everything...

I had a Aluminess on my 2003 Super Duty. I thought the overall design was fine and well built. There were several design issues that bothered me. 1. With the tire carrier swing arm deployed and locked in place, I could not open the camper door and attach the door's gust lock. This could...

The older I get the fewer brain nerve synapse I have firing...so I took a bite of the Apple because it is easy and a no brainer. I used to build gaming desktops with components from the BEST list in MaximumPC, until I realized all these young guys have infinitely more fast twitch muscle in...

US refiners are prohibited from producing LSD. Most industrialized countries now require ULSD (15 PPM) or a max of 50 PPM. Besides, with the equipment conversions mandate to be in place in 2006 at US refineries, they couldn't produce LSD if they wanted too. Mexico is lagging way behind the...

Got one Paul! Just seems easier to walk outside unless the weather is really nasty. I had to use piddle packs while flying and it was never fun or easy with a torso harness and G-suit on. Fying Diamond 42s made using one a little easier, but, not much. I tended to only use them seconds before...

Even on the Hawk, the dinette converted to a twin bed is quite suitable and comfortable for < 6' person. My son slept on the twin many times, until he grew a bit more. The twin can be a bit tight for two black labs, but, they always seemed to manage until one decided it was time to stretch out...

It will definitely be more difficult climbing up into an extended bed, if one has the front dinette since the dinette seating, your step up into bed, will now be completely under the bed extension. I dislike buying and toting more stuff, but, I may need to get another Rubbermaid step stool at...

$495 seems a bit steep for a few extra feet of cabinet grade wood, foam, upholstery fabric and slider material. But, if you are not a DIYer, $495 is probably a deal for a King upgrade. I've been contemplating remaking our slide-out, adding about 6" will allow us to sleep N-S. Adding 6" will...

AT Holder here... Installed it in their parking lot in Prescott. Rather then digging out my tools, they insisted I use theirs! Very nice folks! Use it for a 5G Sceptre potable water can. Also have the 5G Sceptre fuel can (model prior to CARB2 requirement) but have never used it.

Not sure had you envision using a quick release solution since the fasteners attaching the jacks to the camper must be of sufficient strength to resist shearing. Personally, I would use nothing less than a Grade 5 bolt (3 radial lines on the head) which offers a proof load of 85,000 PSI...