.. I think initially the time will go pretty fast, but the last month of waiting is going to be a challenge. Is this a good forum location to ask for build input ? Might be I'll start a new thread titled accordingly, but for today I'm hearing great stuff. After roof layout I would like to put the AC/DC compressor fridge center and next to cab window and need ideas on how use/configure the original factory location. Fortunately I have a plan for setting up the truck. That took hours upon hours of research here and EPortal and basically the entire www.After all it is but an f150. and no OME parts.
, but then I am biased...
By far this is the best site out there. I have read enough here to feel like I know most everyone to varying degrees. I was just thinking about where to post a variety of questions on the site.Wandering Sagebrush said:With respect to the additional plug, maybe closest to your batteries for the shortest wire run. Remember, if that wiring goes into the onboard solar controller, your portable should either not have a controller, or it should have a way to bypass the controller. FWC typically has them on the back wall.
Yes on two batteries if you're going to have a heavy load and stay in one spot for a longer time.
If you're not 100% sold on a front loading refer, consider a chest style. I believe they're more efficient. If possible, maybe against the front wall, as low as possible. Bulky items or shelves in the factory location.
Regarding whether or not this is a good site for build info, I think it's the best
Your right about plenty to stay occupied. I am happy to hear yours is close. Since they are not to far from me I plan on going up to talk , observe and narrow down some thoughts a couple of times at least.Great to hear the 150 watt panel with 2 batteries is a good approach. Sounds like they mount it directly to the Yakima tracks, ? I think I want to install Yakima towers and 3 bars,sort of a just in case approach. The just in case approach is where I need to be careful, I admit I overthink things a bit. Will you be picking up your camper or have it delivered.? What model are you having built. ? It's nice to learn from others experiences and knowledge.CougarCouple said:
Your very correct, I think my excitement could be viewed from a weather satellite. !!! I have found more fantastic ideas here than I can remember, as I search again, I will take notes.craig333 said:
My order is for the 78 " version, but Jeff said I could make adjustments , ha, for quite awhile if I chose. I plan to start a different thread with my choice listed ,right now I need to research the forum, again, to narrow down a few things. I really would like to move the reefer to the front center window and use the original space for a bulkier lighter items storage area .. there is a cabinet thread in trucks, truck accessories and mods. that has some good insight, and it's just getting rolling. I have GOT. to learn how to copy links to my posts. The soft side modular storage bags look great for new refer storage area. Have you finalised your build yet ?Blr said:
Thanks for that, your blog and others others have played a role in my purchase decisions. And now they play a role in the tick rock of the waiting clock.ski3pin said:Congrats on your camper order!
. I love the photography and destinations.
I will definitely post pics if I get up there as it's in the build area. I am headed to North of Phoenix near that time and might detour through Sac. just to look in. So far the only thing I am pretty set on is a 2 battery system with the 150 watt panel, with full Yakima tracks,sounds good and I know nothing otherwise. Oh I'm adding a solar plug so I can use aux panel & park in shaded areas. I really like the Panther's size, but I have a 1/2 ton f150 and I'm ok thinking small/nimble/ narrow. Rather ocelot like. I made a cardboard mock up last summer,comparing the 78 vs the 84, just taped to the cab window, not full size !! 78 looked good and allowed full rear view down the side.CougarCouple said:Hay Rock
We are getting a Cougar, Jeff recommended the two Batts with a 150 w panel. At first the panel was going straight to the roof. I changed to the Yakima tracks so that in the future if the panel should fail and the new one mounting holes were different did not have a new set of holes to plug. Don't plan on putting stuff on the roof my self but if the rails are there we have the option. Also we passed on the steps to get on the roof, Jeff said we could mount at a later date. If when you are there and see our cougar under construction feel free to post a photo or two
Last I herd was to be around January 16th.
Russ
