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For Sale: 2018 front dinette FWC Grandby in pristine condition. Price: $23,000 firm Location: Quartzsite, AZ Photos upon request Features: Douglas fir interior, white exterior 2-way isotherm fridge Brown upholstery 2 100-watt Indynation portable solar panels P30L PWM Windynation controller...

I was in Tucson a few days ago. Regular was $1.99 at QT & Circle K. Now in Yuma. The cheapest I can find is $2.27 at an Arco, payable by cash or debit only.

I am interested in knowing the "real world" weight of your Alaskan rig. Please state the total weight of your loaded Alaskan camper and truck, which includes full fuel tank, food, water, propane, tools, food, etc. In the listing, please include the model, length and year of your Alaskan, as...

I presently own an FWC Hawk and am thinking of ordering a new 8.0 or 8.5 Alaskan Camper. I like the design, but the weight, in contrast to an FWC, is alarming. Is there a way the manufacturer can be asked to reduce its weight during the construction process? I want the loaded rig to be...

I need to know how many amp hours are drawn by the furnace fan in my 2004 Hawk. I don't see a brand name on the furnace, but I assume it is original (Atwood?) Also, should the furnace fan be oiled as part of routine maintenance? Thanks

In my experience, Lynx levelers last longer than Camco levelers.

Responding to two requests, I will post photos if I can figure out how to do it. Are there instructions on the forum how to do this?

Vertical space can also be used to advantage. In my 2004 Hawk with a shelf bench, I use a tool roll from Harbor Freight to hold kitchen utensils, small flashlights, pens, a Leatherman tool, etc. The tool roll is hung, using a "skirt hanger" thingy, to the riveted aluminum bracket which locks...

For the past couple of weeks I have been camping in northern New Mexico, getting ready to head for Flagstaff to attend the Overland Expo West. I thought Albuquerque was a bit grim, but I have been enthralled by the superb campsites, climate, convenient shopping, sightseeing and friendly people...

I am on the list to camp at the F W C booth at Overland West, but which entrance is used to access the area? Folks staying in the main dispersed camping are being directed to a particular entrance at Fort Tuthill. Should I enter through this designated entrance or use another entrance, such as...

When I bought my used FWC I removed the synthetic rug from the center aisle, as it was a dirtcatcher. I would like to get a new rug, one that would be easy to roll up, take outside & shake clean when convenient. In the experience of WTW members, what material is best suited for this purpose in...

The rangers offer walking tours of the various Chaco ruins, but due to time constraints the tours tend to be short and basic. Some advance research on Chaco Canyon can really add to enjoyment of the site. A youtube search reveals several excellent documentaries, covering topics such as the...

Following a link provided by WTW, I fabricated easy-to-make and install sun and rain awnings for my FWC Hawk. They really help to keep the rig cool when the sun is glaring. It helps that I have an older FWC with external flaps.

Yes, the open bins pictured above are new, as opposed to the older, larger (& IMHO better) cabinets with sliding doors.

I have noticed a change in the FWC cabinets (don't know when it started) which I regard as a decline in quality. Older FWCs, like mine, have large cabinets sealed with sliding doors located high up, to the right of the entrance. These cabinets are spacious, hide any clutter and are mouseproof...

Can you let us know the average day/night temps for this area of Nevada during the scheduled time slot? Thanks.

Where specifically on a tire is the rating listed?

I agree, on the basis of my 2004 Hawk with an old-style bench seat, in which I have been traveling for 18 months. The #1 necessity in a camper is storage space, and the large, "hidden" space behind the couch is a large and convenient storage area. Side & front dinettes also have some space in...

Correction: OvernightRVCamping is actually OvernightRVParking.

Hi Vic, we met briefly last year at Capito Reef NP. I can't comment on the specific sites you are researching, but as a general rule I regard BLM land (especially in remote areas) as open to dispersed camping unless there is a sign banning it. And with regard to free & low-cost campsites while...

Over the past 17 months of traveling full time in my Hawk, I have been surprised by the number of old Sun Lites still on the road. For a person with fix-up skills, there are probably a lot of bargain-rate Sun Lites out there hat could be bought for inexpensive prices.

At the 2017 Overland West event in Flagstaff, I met an FWC owner who said the arctic liner works much better if you slide pre-cut sheets of reflectix between the vinyl walls & the liner. This is most practical time wise, I assume, when planning to camp several days without moving locations.

Personally, I think it was a good move to eliminate the water heater. I removed mine after buying my used (2004) Hawk. I realized I didn't need the water heater. When I need hot water, I just fill a pot & heat it on the stove. Removing the water heater opens up a lot of storage space, as well as...

365 nights in 2017. (Top that, all you Wander-the-Westers!) I have been living in my FWC Hawk since I left NY City on Oct. 23, 2016, except for 2 nights while visiting relatives. I have put 30,000 miles on my 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500 while roaming around our beautiful North American...

4 Pop ups in Quartzsite, AZ Two days ago I walked past Discount R V Marine & Sport Supply in AZ, where the big Quartzsite R V show is gearing up. The company has 4 30+ year old popups for sale: (1) a cab over Alaskan (2) a non-cab over Alaskan (3) a Skamper with a dented side (4) a very rare...