Yes, it seems that despite having implemented "smart charging" on the Ford 2020-2022 Super Duty platform, it may still be possible to charge house batteries without a DC/DC converter. At least that has been my experience with the PCM calibration on my 2022 F250...
I have dual generators (240A...
Yep, I can confirm that even loaded with the camper the 7.3 lopes along effortlessly at 1500 rpm in top gear. I’ve had a dozen fill-ups in the 14-15 mpg range (calculated), so the aerodynamics are not significantly affected by the camper…
Hey fellas,
Thought you might be interested in some longish-term operational data from a fellow "tramper" (build #11).
Relevant configuration specs:
2022 F250 SCSB 7.3L gaser with 3.55 gears, 2" front leveling lift and rear Alcan spring packs
35x12.50 Toyo AT3 mounted on 17x9 Method wheels...
Although a bit awkward, it is possible to remove the cap and fill the tank with the camper on a short bed truck (in my case Ford 6' 9" bed). There is enough room to insert a diesel pump nozzle into the tank and fill. The external diesel tank would have to relocated if the camper was installed...
I bench tested a generic 2kW unit from amazon, but had ignition problems with the unit blowing grey smoke and not lighting off consistently. Replacing the burn chamber resolved the problem. It appears that some of the generic 2kW units at the time were shipping with a sub-par burn chamber that...
Hey Tony,
Here's a link to the heating pad and controller I installed on the water heater. Total cost about $75
Heating Pad
Digital Temperature Controller
Cheers,
Ken
Upgraded 2020 Northstar Laredo SC – Truck Camper
Single owner, excellent condition
No leaks, everything works
Fits both short and long bed trucks
Weight from factory: 2310 lbs with full 40 gallon water tank and 20# propane tank
Price: $19,900
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Contact: Text or call...
Yes, we air down as low as conditions and anticipated speeds will allow. Pole saw is definitely handy and ours gets a lot of use. I'm sure we'll continue to use it with the pop-up, just hopefully not as frequently as is required with the Laredo... ?
Thanks for the feedback on your suspension...
Hey Peter,
I have a 2017 F350 with a Laredo SC that my wife and I have been enjoying since Feb 2020. This is our first truck camper and we feel like it has been a good compromise between comfort and agility, although we have had to turn back on several occasions while exploring rough tracks in...
Hey Peter,
I have a 2020 NS Laredo SC and have worried about ripping the roof edge as you described in your 1st year review video. I have thought about installing SS grab bars along the roof edge to act like tree branch sliders, but have not followed thru because of the added weight up high...
Jefe-
I have a similar TC combination (2017 F350 PSD w/ 2020 Laredo SC) and submit the following for your consideration. I have attempted to address two issues at once. Trail sway (camper getting tossed side to side from rocks/holes on rougher roads) and departure clearance for a hitch...
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