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I think that facing the fridge side of the camper away from the sun is the most important part. We set up on the lake with fridge on the north side. Even though we were only getting 3-4 hours of full sun on the panels the fridge and battery kept up way better. When we left the camper in the...

I have always kept the fridge stuffed to the max thinking the same thing. I did just watch a video that explained the need for some space around the edges in there so the cool air can circulate. This was for an absorption style fridge. I wonder if the same need for circulation is present with...

Thanks for the input and suggestions y'all. More solar, more battery storage or a portable outside power source would help. I just feel the Isotherm is under insulated. When only opening 3-5 times per day it should be able to retain its chill. My cooler can hold ice in those temps for five days...

Not quite sure where to post this, but will start here. We just returned from the mountains with temps over 100*F. My 85 liter, 2 way fridge was working overtime. 206ah lithium battery was getting down to 43% by morning. In the past when camping in the dessert with high temps, the solar would...

Just returned from camping at two different lakes and put the Thermacell to the test. Lots of water moving and standing. I was pleasantly surprised at its effectiveness. I placed it on the table at the campsites or on the ground between our chairs while dispersed. If I walked away from the unit...

Another beautiful adventure, thanks for sharing! WY has become my new favorite place. Stunning!

Thanks Bluedog! Let me check in with my kids and confirm they sealed the deal. Once they get to me I will PM you and we can hopefully work something out.

I think I have perfected my water rationing, washing system on our most recent 3 week journey. - Use little rubber scrapper and remove all food particles (it has a stiff side for serious scrappage) - Heat water on the stove (this is key!) - Pour a small amount of HOT water into blue spray...

Thank you everyone! Now the search is on. Anyone near Santa Cruz CA that has some I may borrow?????

After seeing the photos of our back road adventures, my son in law now has the FWC bug. He has found an older but pristine hawk in his price range and is pulling the trigger. This camper does not have the corner jack brackets and is currently in a barn with no means of getting it in his truck...

Thank you!

Great suggestions all! I also found this easy to set up unit...

I would not skip the roof solar. It is a small investment for free power. My 175w flexible panel was around $250 and weighs under 7 pounds installed. I just finished a 3k mile trip and only had quite a few cloudy/rainy days. My battery never fell below 60% with no other means of charging. The...

I'm uncertain of what converter is in my unit. I seem to remember getting my lithium charged to the upper 80's% when plugged in though. I will take note next time and report. If you have the time and money I would do the DC/DC charging and wire upgrade. I have not run out of juice yet but came...

Can you please send a link to that product. Just got back from Wyoming and was eaten alive in four states. Definitely in the market.

I added a 206 ah SOK lithium to replace the lead acid factory battery on my 2022 Hawk. I have 175w panel on the roof with an aux 130w foldable panel. I can go 5 days with little to no sun running the fridge, two fans, lights and charging my electronics. The only change I made to the factory...

I like this idea. Does the Reflectix stay the in when you “pop Down”?

All in all a great adventure!

Gas was under $4 bucks a gallon most of the time and we averaged 16.4 mpg. Not bad!

Pronghorn antelope

Young female moose near our campsite.

World class fishing!

I think Southwest Wyoming was my favorite. Endless roads of beauty.

Managed to find some fun exploring and hiking in Kamas on the way. Even the smallest streams offed some decent fish.

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