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  1. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Awning installed

    Looks Good! I could use an awning! :D
  2. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Wish me luck

    WOW! That hawk looks to be in GREAT condition. GOOD LUCK and take lots of picts. :D
  3. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Crazy Idea? Shorten Old Granby FloorPack

    The deeper you get into it, the more you'll discover you have to do. Oh how true that is! :P
  4. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Crazy Idea? Shorten Old Granby FloorPack

    WOW! Not going to lie, pretty crazy idea. Its totally doable given enough time and patience, but if it were me I would drive further to get a Hawk that fits. On another note, Im pretty sure you can put the 8' granby in a shortbed. Stan, got some picts? Anyways, good luck either way you go...
  5. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's August White Mountain & Mammoth Adventure

    Excited to see more. Looks like a very cool area that I have never been too. Keep it coming! Ask and you shall receive. Alright, lets keep the pictures a coming! The next morning we woke up and the plan was the drive up to the base of white mountain. You can drive all the way to a locked...
  6. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's August White Mountain & Mammoth Adventure

    Can you please post some closer pictures of that Bike Rack you have there? Thanks. Darryl Darryl, No problem. It has been an ongoing project of mine for 2 years. This is version 4.0. Here is a thread link to one of the earlier versions. Its from my first camper build. Paul
  7. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's August White Mountain & Mammoth Adventure

    And grilled zucchini, too! More, please. :) Coming up! :D Nice TR developing here, SLO. Thanks for sharing your campsites with us. Grand View or beyond is on the Bucket List. Food, drinks, view, companion, rig, location; you've got it all workin' :) No problemo! I would recommend...
  8. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Yeah, great place -- love that lunar landscape! Many years ago I hiked to the summit...maybe I'll repeat that this year (?) You should repeat it this year! Its a great time! I finally got a trip report started. Lots of picts! Hope yall enjoy it!
  9. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's August White Mountain & Mammoth Adventure

    Hey All, A little late getting a trip report up, but better late than never eh? WARNING: This will be heavy on pictures, especially of my rig. First trip with the new camper and my girlfriend called me obsessed! haha I'm sure ya'll understand. B) We left Thursday 8/9 from San Luis Obispo...
  10. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Labor day weekend trip to the White mountains and more

    Great Pictures Craig! Looks like ya'll had a great time. :) My girl and I were up there a few weeks ago. I've been slacking on the trip report. It's a cool area for sure. We ended up biking/hiking to the top of white mountain.
  11. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Truck Fridge Portable Fridge

    Guys great info! Thanks! Ski, I like the size of the TF51. I think you made a good choice. Im camping this weekend but will be tearing the old one out next weekend and will be able to investigate my options better. That TF130 is pricey but sure would be nice! :D haha We'll see if I...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Truck Fridge Portable Fridge

    Some of us do get regular, vertical, DC fridges. I got one for the same reason I have a vertical fridge in my home: access to its contents is easier, more convenient than with a chest-type fridge.People say that chest-type fridges/freezers are more efficient because the cold air doesn't fall out...
  13. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Truck Fridge Portable Fridge

    Alright guys! Great info here. You have me thinking pretty darn hard about the TF65 now as my old Dometic RM2193 is a hunk of junk! :blink: What is the main reason you guys get the portable models like engle, arb, edgestar, etc.? Just because it is portable? Are they more efficient? Am I...
  14. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Haha. Good Call Guys! That place was great. My first time there. Lots of great back counrty roads and camping spots. We spent 2 days and nights up there are rode to the top of White Mountain. :D
  15. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Excellent. Now just make this one stays dry! That is the idea. Sealing the roof up next. Tiny leak up front. That is what did it in over the years.... Just got back from the first trip. Great time and the camper performed well. Lots of little kinks to work out and a NEW FRIDGE for sure...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Cracks in Tundra bed at turnbuckle eye bolts

    Yea, Its doesn't surprise me. The thin walled metal flexing over and over again is bound to develop cracks. Like Sunman said, get it welded up and just watch it. You could also beef it up by welding some thicker metal around the area, or get some bigger diameter washers for your bolt. That...
  17. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Alright Crew, Gotta get some updates on here before I take off on the first official trip with this camper! Still got lots of little crap to do, but we are CLOSE! WHEW!!!! :) First gotta give a big THANK YOU to AlleyKat. He generously offered up his Saturday to help me install the new...
  18. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    One ice pick will be good. Put about seven screws in(about every sixth hole) then lower the top to make sure it is centered. I know your helper. I would work with him. Thanks for the advice Marty. We got the panel in today with relatively no hiccups. Ill post picts tomorrow. I'll be crusing...
  19. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Allen, Thanks for stopping by to take a look at the front lift panel project. I really appreciate you offering a hand as well as your wisdom on the subject. After hearing about your custom setup I cant wait to see it. You are 10x the captenter fixer guy I am! :) I snuck in about an hour...
  20. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Your strap idea is good. This should work to rivet the top very well. If you do not mind I think I will try your ratchet strap and wire idea on the next one I replace. I would not screw the top becouse the screw heads will probably dig into the panel when you lower the top. After you attach the...
  21. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West A quick shakedown in our new FWC Hawk

    Sweet Truck and Camper Combo!!!! Congrats! Have fun with it. :D
  22. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Well I had a deadline at work get postponed so what in the heck did I do?! Run home to work on the camper! Trip is COMING UP! YIKES! :blink: Got the fridge back in today. It worked great on 120V which means 12V is fine, so after my service, Im hoping propane works or I will SERIOUSLY...
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    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Show Me Your Camp Tables

    The folding table is a great idea for sure! Here is a pict of my setup with old skamper camper. I sport two of the fold up aluminum tables. The work great and are really easy to pack. Other tidbits: The RV mat is AWESOME if you are set up for a bit. The propane fire pit(custom lid)also...
  24. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West Low Cost Mods

    Here is another Spice rack I ran across. Have not made one yet...It's on the list. Funny! Just read through all 16pages of this thread. That picture is of my 1989 Skamper Build Thread on expedition portal. DesertRancher must be in EXPO too. ;) Its from about 1-1/2 years ago before I...
  25. SLO_F-250

    RV LIFE Multisite Forum, Wander The West SLO's 1990 Hawk Build/Refurb

    Do you have enough "hands" to install it? If you need an extra hand, just let me know via a PM. I'm home this week (except on Thursday, I think) and this weekend. HAHA We'll my two probably are not enough so Im taking you up on that offer! THANKS! :D Pm Sent
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