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Bill D, Thanks for your reply. That's exactly what I'm doing, going to CA to visit the plant and have a look for myself. I didn't mean to imply there was anything inferior with the product in my original comments, just my own perception from seeing images on the web. Seeing the product in person...

I hear all the comments and agree that it's a "tool" to get to nature, off the beaten path etc., but I'm simply wondering why it can't be made to look a bit better if there isn't a bit difference in cost. It looks like FWC makes an effort to have a nice clean look with interior materials so...

One of the first things that catches my eye when looking at pictures of the interior is the two black end panels with all the metal rivets. To me it detracts from the look aesthetically and it doesn't blend in with the lighter coloured vinyl. Is there a reason these panels are black and is...

I thought side dinette on the Hawk does not have the option for inside shower?

So Mark, I'm sure there are a few others wondering as well if you picked up your V1 yet - anything to report?

I was interested in the same type of product and spoke yesterday with the guy who used to make the flatbeds for XP before they began making their own. His company is called Oztray and he's located near the Vancouver area so likely not much interest to you. I asked for a ballpark quote on a...

Nice set up, you are definitely equipped for off the beaten path and long haul. I'm sure you can't wait to hit the road.

Congratulations on your new XP purchase. You don't mention it above, is it the V1 you bought? Can you describe the set up you chose in terms of truck as well as options of the camper?

Mike, Thanks for your response. I fully appreciate this is an expedition style camper and that would be the end goal use. I was fortunate to be able to retire young, my wife has a few years to go so it would be doing shorter trips initially then once she's retired we'd be living in it for...

Simimike, A few more questions if you don't mind... What type of truck and wheel base did you choose? (interested to hear rationale on your decision) If you were doing a stretch of weekend trips only would you leave the camper mounted or remove and mount each weekend? (Wondering how cumbersome...

Simimike: Thanks for your observations, it validates what I've read elsewhere. I wish I knew ahead of time that you were selling your V1! I'll be going to visit Marc's operation in the New Year and will be able to see a unit first hand.

DrJ, thanks for the description of the V3. I don't think I would be a big fan of an overhang on the end, a flush finish looks much cleaner in my opinion. Maybe that will change. Hard sides is a big plus though. Hopefully some specs will be released by XP in the New Year.

I thought that would be a deal breaker for me too but having read posts of some xp owners they say they wouldn't change given the choice. The idea of the unit being locked tight and inaccessible when the top is down is quite appealing. A bit more peace of mind for theft and break-in when going...

Can you describe what have've learned about the V3 during your visit to the manufacturer? The only information I've been able to get is that it will be a slide in, similar interior space to the V1 (maybe a bit less) and a price point below $60K.

For those who are current owners of an XP product and have come from a FWC, ATC, Alaskan, Hallmark or similar type camper, what are the biggest changes you've noticed in terms of using and living in the XP? I'm aware of most of the structural and systems differences but I've never owned a TC so...