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Enjoy your retirement. This is a great trip report! Safe travels!

The sprinkling of these locations/finds within your reports is so enjoyable. Another "want to go" placed on my map. https://www.waaamuseum.org/

One tire/wheel that fits both trailer and primary vehicle is the way to go for sure. A fairly standard size for both is better than some exotic set-up. One or two spares is a choice to be made. You could also just carry a second spare tire unmounted to save space/weight. You could use one...

These two issues can make or break an overlanding/traveler set-up. Simplicity and easy parts availability make any problem that comes up much easier to handle on the road. Storage is always an issue in a small footprint camper. Storing your "outside stuff" outside and not having to...

The OEM Dometic LP furnace with the short section of flexible air ducting removed just behind the grill.

I run our FWC Hawk on one Renology 100ah Lithium battery. Prior set up was two AGM's that just aged out. The single battery now weighs less and provides just as much power at the former set up with a much better voltage profile for voltage sensitive items like the furnace and refrigerator...

Great star field photo! Best wishes for your battle with Lyme and the sale.

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You got a great parking spot in Philly! Since you are planning to be up on your roof with your solar panel installation...I see you have just the rear roof vent/fan. I can only say having a MaxxAir fan over the bunk is one of the favorite features of my Hawk. Setting it to "intake" and...

Another fabulous report with great photographs! Have to say your reports have helped me as introductory guides to an area. Seeing a few sights/photos is all it takes to interest me for a future trip. I also think your trips show how folks can travel like this NOW. For sure the big 4x4's and...

Apples to oranges...but a few years ago my Tacoma had extensive frame rust in an area...apparently a design fault not allowing proper draining/ventilation in this section. There was a recall from Toyota about this and they replaced the entire frame on my truck. Two days in the dealer and...

Remember the old saying about teaching a dog to fish... Anyway, some thoughts: We rely on a 5' walking leash, a 15' tie out line, and a well-fitting harness. You want a couple of methods to control your dog's wanderings. After I find a good camping spot, I check the immediate area for...

Research your state code. This particular code section may not be the absolute final determining factor. Texas Transportation Code 621.206 A vehicle or combination of vehicles may not carry a load that extends more than three feet beyond its front or, except as permitted by other law, more...

Back when I was "truck cap camping" in my Tacoma the tailgate surface indentions were killing my knees and causing spills when cooking. I went on Amazon and ordered a big black plastic cutting board that I trimmed a bit and mounted to one half of the width of the tailgate with pop rivets...

I'd get the big heavy items installed (the camper) and run stock for a bit...see what needs help, and then work on the suspension. We use the truck with the camper on and also with the camper off and also as the tow rig for our toyhauler. That's about 1700 pounds of load variance for the FWC...

I was for years a happy "truck cap camper" out of my Tacoma. Had all the basics covered, it was simple, and with one size upsized all terrain tires I never had an issue roaming various public lands all over the US. With retirement & more free time I decided I wanted to upscale and get some...

Enjoying Palo Duro Canyon (and a photo posting test): Insert Image Menu Bar option: Attach Files Box option: Copy & Insert directly: I'm having issues with some photos. Photos appear properly for several days, then change to links that open with photo...then just links that don't work...

For years I ran a Chevy K series truck with a similar aluminum topper. It had no roof ladder rack when I bought it used. The brand was Leonard...but I can't say your is the exact same...but likely if you need common parts that may be a source for you. I wanted a ladder rack for some...

As a fellow FWC operator: 1: Those roof tracks are very useful. The flexibility of use for solar panels, ski racks, a kayak is key. Who knows for sure what tomorrow will bring forward as far as your needs/desires. 2: Keep your panel mounts "low and clean" and the panels "tucked back" from...

Photos #2: Petroglyph National Monument: Antelope: Turkey: Sandia Mountains: More RT66: The end!