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  1. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Thanks for the information! Were installing the brake controller today as we only got to wrap up the tongue box and battery last night when we realized the wiring colors didnt match.... I will check my truck wiring when we do the install. On a side note the battery monitoring system went in last...
  2. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    I have one of the Adventure Trailers techs working with me outside of office hours so we dont have issues time wise until thursday. (Her grandfather surgery was delayed because they needed a more advanced surgeon for open heart surgery now.) We will run diagnostics tonight when installing the...
  3. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Got the tongue box on and the electronics mounted! Now its time for a new battery
  4. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    The vehicle is definitely going to be running a charge to the trailer. Since I had the stock tow package I had assumed it would put out a charge but Im going to check for sure tonight with a wiring kit.
  5. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    So some rather unfortunate situations have spurred on the build of this faster than I was planning. My girlfriends grandfathers heart condition has sadly worsened and he has a surgery tomorrow. We dont know what the outcome will be but we're praying he makes it. In an attempt to spend Christmas...
  6. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Lol because I live in Arizona now. I purchased the 4Runner while living in Texas. Ahhhh touche. Those awnings are sweet! How do you like that roof basket?
  7. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Best color fj, best wheels. Love it. Plus texas plates which is a plus! I was sad I had to register the tear in AZ and couldn't do texas plates to match my truck
  8. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    So turns out im a terrible judge of height... it was plenty
  9. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    The more I look at it, the more I think its actually a decent height. It will let me slant it just enough to avoid water gathering on top in rain. Strega: Any photos of your truck with the trailer? I aways thought an FJ with a teardrop would be sweet.
  10. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Thats a really interesting point and concept! Ill have to do some looking into it. You also have to remember that while the awning is fixed at that point to the trailer, the other side is adjustable meaning you can put it at a greater height. Ill do some testing today to see what kind of room I...
  11. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Sorry I meant its only in my case that I chose that side because I have to photograph products and accessories used on the truck and trailer. It's very helpful to have them all together haha. Like i said before it makes zero difference for most people. Just depends on your personal setup and...
  12. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    It is handy to keep an eye on for sure. I know this will sound really ridiculous to you guys but part of the reason i placed it on that side was photos. If you place it on that side of the car its going to be the same side as some various accessories that will go on the truck. It also keeps my...
  13. Chris Cordes

    Aluminum tear drop

    Very cool. Looking forward to seeing more! That westyventures heater appears to be out of stock
  14. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    I actually relocated the awning to be below the bars. The k9 adapters put it up higher but it looked goofy sticking up that high with nothing next to it IMO. There is nothing under the awning which requires me to stand like a kitchen or prep table so I put it lower for sitting. I've dragged too...
  15. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Oh come on, and miss the fun of trying to change quickly out in the rain? Jk haha. No walls yet but Im hoping they come out soon. Matching tires are being installed now. Ill upload the picture as soon as they're done
  16. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Haha it doesn't matter one bit. Just your preference and how you have your vehicle set up.
  17. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Well I removed the awning from the RRS recently and transferred it to the TD. I think it looks pretty good. More pictures hopefully soon
  18. Chris Cordes

    Expedition Portal Project: 2008 Range Rover Sport

    Well thats insanely awesome... Im going to kindly ask you to stop making me spend all my money! haha
  19. Chris Cordes

    Well the news is out so here's the build: Expedition Portal So-Cal Teardrop

    Haha "only got a M101CDN" Those things are sweet. I would have killed for one when I built my first trailer. The wheels are awful though. This AT unit makes life SO much easier when disconnected from the vehicle. The Bed Liner is the real deal stuff sprayed by AT. I've used the roll on stuff on...
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