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So I sat a lot and looked at the inside of the camper and put the actuators in different places, in different configurations. It looks like the best way is to do it at all four corners of the benchs. Here's a picture of what I'm thinking...

What's nice about linear actuators (my beginner's understanding) is that the 225 lb. dynamic load for each actuator means I can theoretically lift an 800 lb roof. It will lift really slowly, but lift. The static load on the other hand, is almost twice as much as the dynamic load. Once the...

They each need to be fused for 5 amps. Apparently they draw between 2.2 and 5 amps

Thanks Vic Man - I hadn't even gotten to how the sideliner needs to fold in. Thanks!!! Luckily I put in oak cross pieces on the roof at appropriate spots to do this. Gives me something to do while drinking coffee this morning - sit in the build and continue to look at it, and imagine...

I'm back working on my camper project and have four linear actuators I'm going to install to raise and lower the roof. I'll put them in the back two corners and up against the front wall in the corners. The actuators extend up to 30". I sewed the new sideliner of this old Keystone so the...

Here is an example from my stalled project. The cross-members carry most of their weight on the outer edges of the roof. I attached each cross member in two places on the fore/aft frame with L brackets to help reduce flex and distribute a bit of the weight across the roof. The two solar...

Windy Nation has a linear actuator that has a 30" stroke, and lifts 225 lbs. It's about $95 which includes mounting brackets & shipping. https://www.windynation.com/Linear-Actuators/Windy-Nation/Linear-Actuators-various-stroke-lengths/-/244?p=YzE9Mjg=

https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/rvs/d/loveland-8-four-wheel-pop-up-truck/6835297297.html $150 fwc - ft collins, co, not mine...

https://wyoming.craigslist.org/rvs/d/mills-used-four-wheel-camper-hawk/6803238806.html Casper, WY Hawk - not mine...

http://www.wanderthewest.com/forum/topic/14193-has-anyone-installed-a-diesel-heater-in-a-truck-camper/?hl=%2Bdiesel+%2Bheater Well covered - tried to delete the post...

Just curious if anyone has explored using a diesel heater instead of propane? I'm sure there are reasons pro and con. I'm wondering what they are. Jeff https://youtu.be/GjrIMkzgAGE https://www.ebay.ca/itm/312249106786

http://www.dyersonline.com/rieco-titan-standard-tripod-camper-jack-3-pack.html Not cheaper by any means, but if your camper is under 1500 pounds, these will work. Maybe I should "part out" my camper (it has four hydraulic corner jacks) and upgrade!

I'm using the jack stands to raise the roof to the proper height in order to attach the canvas to the body of the camper. Haven't done it yet, although I've raised the roof enough to know the ropes are higher than the 36" struts will be. I'm not using the interior lift panels - will either go...

Probably won't help now, but building a rack that distributes weight more equally seems smart. I built this rack with the main connection points on the exterior, and then added L brackets to take some of the weight. I haven't loaded it yet, but I'm thinking more equitable distribution and a...

Santa Rosa, CA https://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/rvs/d/1989-four-wheel-grandby-slide/6732763078.html Not mine... Jeff

Here are a couple images of the frame I built for my two solar panels. This approach may not work for you, but here it is anyway... Jeff

https://fortcollins.craigslist.org/for/d/four-wheel-grandby-camper/6700581415.html Looks like a deal. Not mine... Jeff

This is a nice overview of the process of designing and installing a solar system. Jeff... https://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Photovoltaic-PV-Installation-for-DIY-Camper/

HH-66 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BSLR9WG Get some samples of 18 oz grey vinyl and patch. https://www.tarpsupply.com/coated-vinyl-tarps-18-oz-roll-yard-fabrics.html Maybe if the holes are small enough, you can try just coating them. Jeff