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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Anyone have a Callen installed?

    I needed my truck back so I sold the Alaskan and picked up a Callen Camper, I have some questions and need advice.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Callen Camper parts?

    Just bought an 8 foot CO. Callen Camper
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Can I get some quick advice?

    I would ask Packrat ( chuck) been doing this way longer than me. My only issue is if your using Jacks they will only go so low just make sure you can get the jacks under. Yer welcome good luck
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Alaskan 8' Cab-over FOR SALE 1978 original $5,000 and Best Offers

    My life has changed and I need my truck back so reluctantly selling my camper,located in central San Francisco, give me a call at 1-415-608-fiftysixfortytwo
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West 1978 Alaskan 8 ft. cab over UP FOR SALE 5,000 and best offers considered

    My needs have changed . Family matters/changing needs have me putting my camper for sale. This is a great oppotunity to buy some history. I love this hard sided pop-up. It is mounted on a 1995 Dodge Ram.I am willing to drive it to serious buyers but prefer the buyer inspect before. Located in...
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Escape Hatch?

    Hello been a while, interesting question. Kick the window out? 14" x 14" may not get me out on top. Just can't see some inspector 'commin around but a disgrundled or frustrated LIO,could push that button. I would opt to go to the cabover and open it up.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Alaskan Door

    I have always liked Dutch doors ( since I was born in Holland)
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West done with the traditional Dometic 3 way.

    Thanks guys I cleaned the burn area and noticed the little fan was not working. I will look into that lucky to have the original scematics.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Looking to trade 1978 8Ft. Alaskan CO for Non CO

    Its a work in progress this CO is just too big for one guy Just returned from 8 days in the Nevada desert.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West done with the traditional Dometic 3 way.

    Yes it works but I need to be super level and the spots I pick I rarely get that option. I have seen full 12 volt (Danfoss) models and they are pricey. I need to bring my WAICO (DOMETIC) chest fridge and it sits in the small hallway, sure I use it to sit on and to climb into bed. OK has anyone...
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Removing Air Conditioner from 96 8' CO

    The stock opening will be 14 x 14 to accommodate a vent if its been cut ? Who would cut into the roof? That is hella dumb. It will always look like a patch job. When I was in the African heat I noticed guys on camels would layer on more wool clothing, while the tourists would be wearing tee...
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Is there a source for cabinet latches

    I stop at older RV stores and found 4 packaged in Quartzsite Az. 4 bucks each.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Where to find another jack stand?

    I have had good luck using Craig's list Reico-Titan has very good single jack prices and you should only need a one thousand pound model.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West why do they make it so hard to access the fridge?

    On my 76 cabover it takes about 18 screws loose to access the burner on my fridge. Thoughts?
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Spring Maintenance

    I have added jack oil and not sure when to stop, it's difficult to see the level I will try the flashlight and mirror. I do get some weeping around the pump. I notice it takes a lot more pumps and not full on pumps the previous owner did the O rings. Just got back from Az. checked out some acres...
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Replace, Upgrade, or Repair Norcold Fridge/Freezer?

    Being very careful to level the fridge is very important, the flame needs to go straight up the pipe on my old six-pac i was able to access and clean the pipes from the outside on a small ladder. Buy a small good level.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West I inherited an Alaskan Camper

    Gotcha, you will find a lot of folks on this forum to be brimming with info. post photos if you can/are able
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West I inherited an Alaskan Camper

    You say "beast" 10 foot cabover?
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Wave 3 and television

    My 76 8' co has no furnace is it under the stove or on the passenger side? Thanks form the responses.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Wave 3 and television

    What nobody?
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West To Boat Rack or Not to Boat Rack?

    I have the rack on my 76 8' CO and I love it, can use it for solar panels as well.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Wave 3 and television

    Not so much related but on stormy cold nights in the boonies enjoy a little warmth and distraction. My question is where do you people mount these, I bought a wall mount swivel for the TV. With the up and down walls we live with not leaving a lot of stable space.
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Tomorrow's the Big Day

    very cool congratulations
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West How much does your Alaskan weigh?

    Thats what my info tells me, Gotta keep on top of the "stuff" like PackRat I figure 250 LBS of junk
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    RV LIFE Forum Hub, Wander The West Used Camper Alert Thread

    https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/d/oakland-1978-ford-250-ranger-lariat/6824450255.html Looks like a great deal!
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