You've probably seen a bunch of my questions on the front page over the last few weeks as I research FWC options. Stan's recent post of the 360 degree view of a shell got me thinking that maybe that's what I need. Most of my camping is on the east side of the Sierra and in the desert. Spring through Fall it is almost always nice weather and I always prefer to cook and eat outside and would use the camper only for sleeping. It will also be occasionally used as a telecommuting office, hanging out at Lee Vining using a broadband card, and "working". So I need a good place to sit with a table.
Even before thinking about getting a shell, this was my current thinking about options. So... maybe a shell is best for me anyway?
Frig - seems a Waeco or Engel in the cab is a good way to go as it helps with weight distribution. It's also easier to access during the day. If I usually cook outside, there is no reason for it to be in the camper.
Stove - I wanted an option that allowed me to take the stove outside to cook, so why build it in?
Heater - was probably going to go with a Wave, rather than the built in furnace. Even at that, won't be used very often, so I want the option of not taking it.
Cabinets - I was not sure all of those little cabinets were of much value. I would prefer fewer/larger areas where I could just put my tubs of stuff. Having cooking stuff and food in tubs makes it easier to take outside, where the majority of my cooking/eating is.
I've been climbing and hiking for 40+ years so I've spent a lot of time outdoors. But I've never had an RV, so I don't really know what I would find useful or not, since I've never had any of it.
How many of you have simple shells, or wish they went with a shell?
I appreciate comments about this, because its all new to me!
Even before thinking about getting a shell, this was my current thinking about options. So... maybe a shell is best for me anyway?
Frig - seems a Waeco or Engel in the cab is a good way to go as it helps with weight distribution. It's also easier to access during the day. If I usually cook outside, there is no reason for it to be in the camper.
Stove - I wanted an option that allowed me to take the stove outside to cook, so why build it in?
Heater - was probably going to go with a Wave, rather than the built in furnace. Even at that, won't be used very often, so I want the option of not taking it.
Cabinets - I was not sure all of those little cabinets were of much value. I would prefer fewer/larger areas where I could just put my tubs of stuff. Having cooking stuff and food in tubs makes it easier to take outside, where the majority of my cooking/eating is.
I've been climbing and hiking for 40+ years so I've spent a lot of time outdoors. But I've never had an RV, so I don't really know what I would find useful or not, since I've never had any of it.
How many of you have simple shells, or wish they went with a shell?
I appreciate comments about this, because its all new to me!
