Just got the M1101 for $1200 locally - not bad considering the durability of this rig.
Planning on installing a rooftop tent - just purchased an ARB III with annex. Cost + delivery (WA to IN) = $2100.
Looking to replace original wheels and tires, then just got a flat. Not sure the cause. Anyone know what to expect for repairs of the tire?
Replacement rims should be standard GM 8 lug x 6.5", but needs some back spacing (6" or so) to keep the wheel from sticking out. Anyone know of a specific model wheel that fits this requirement?
Cage - talked to a local fabricator with a good rep who told me he could fab what I wanted for about $1000. That is more than I want to spend (since the tent went over budget, so I decided on unistrut. So far, it is super solid and a very easy installation. Two bolts per upright through the side walls of the trailer (using the same 3/8" bolts that fit the rivnuts) keep it stable. Going to add two crossmembers tonight and that will make it even tighter. Recommend using the nylon collar unistrut nuts and not the spring nuts - they are easier to place and stay in place much better. Depending on the rooftop tent mounting requirements, I'll add some plywood decking to make it rock solid. See initial pix below. Will provide some closeups soon. Again, very easy yet solid installation and the unistrut makes it a cinch to connect with heavy duty hardware.
Future plans - some type of enclosure, roll-out kitchen shelf (have seen a couple here on EP that are great examples, so I will copy shamelessly), water tank, propane water heater (again, more shameless copying), and maybe some batteries. My most common camping area is at my property near the lake in the woods, and solar panels would be a waste. Might try a small wind turbine generator since the lake kicks up a pretty consistent breeze.
Planning on installing a rooftop tent - just purchased an ARB III with annex. Cost + delivery (WA to IN) = $2100.
Looking to replace original wheels and tires, then just got a flat. Not sure the cause. Anyone know what to expect for repairs of the tire?
Replacement rims should be standard GM 8 lug x 6.5", but needs some back spacing (6" or so) to keep the wheel from sticking out. Anyone know of a specific model wheel that fits this requirement?
Cage - talked to a local fabricator with a good rep who told me he could fab what I wanted for about $1000. That is more than I want to spend (since the tent went over budget, so I decided on unistrut. So far, it is super solid and a very easy installation. Two bolts per upright through the side walls of the trailer (using the same 3/8" bolts that fit the rivnuts) keep it stable. Going to add two crossmembers tonight and that will make it even tighter. Recommend using the nylon collar unistrut nuts and not the spring nuts - they are easier to place and stay in place much better. Depending on the rooftop tent mounting requirements, I'll add some plywood decking to make it rock solid. See initial pix below. Will provide some closeups soon. Again, very easy yet solid installation and the unistrut makes it a cinch to connect with heavy duty hardware.
Future plans - some type of enclosure, roll-out kitchen shelf (have seen a couple here on EP that are great examples, so I will copy shamelessly), water tank, propane water heater (again, more shameless copying), and maybe some batteries. My most common camping area is at my property near the lake in the woods, and solar panels would be a waste. Might try a small wind turbine generator since the lake kicks up a pretty consistent breeze.
