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  1. dstefan

    OVRLND CAMPERS ONLY : Post your OVRLND Camper build here or a link to your build thread to inspire others!

    Well, something went wrong with the exterior picture. Lets try again …
  2. dstefan

    OVRLND CAMPERS ONLY : Post your OVRLND Camper build here or a link to your build thread to inspire others!

    This is a great Idea! Here’s some of the build threads that I found helpful to me. If any of the OPs objects to me listing them here, let me know and I’ll edit yours out. This is the original Ovrlnd build thread, I think. I believe it was Jay’s 3rd one produced...
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    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    This ^^! Ive been thinking of the same thing rather than individual build threads. Im glad you’re not as lazy as me!
  4. dstefan

    2nd Gen Dodge Ram 2500 5.9 Cummins / The “Puller” Project

    Is that road in Saguaro NP?
  5. dstefan

    Soft Shackles - what is your experience?

    On the sharp edges point: for straight pulls you can simply insert a soft shackle or soft rope eye (not a thimble) into the hitch receiver and insert the standard round hitch pin through it. Works great, no extra weight to bring assuming you have a receiver and keep the pin in it.
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    Scepter Water Jug - What am I Doing Wrong?

    My nephew uses a siphon system in is old FWC shell. he put in an external tap, and starts the siphon, the just leaves it operational till he‘s done with the jug. Works pretty well. I saw another thread like this a while ago where everyone was focused on the battery powered jug top pumps, and...
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    Best soft shackles made in the USA?

    I dont know if all of them are, but the Yakum one clearly is. Screen shot below taken a few minutes ago. The other links aren’t saying. If he’s not just posting affiliate links, I like him to say so, and replace the Yankum one and I’ll apologize for reading the signs wrong. New member, 16...
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    Best soft shackles made in the USA?

    If you’re gonna post up a bunch of affiliate links, which look like you make money off of, you really need to disclose what you’re doing and be transparent about it.
  9. dstefan

    Soft Shackles - what is your experience?

    Is that basically climbing rope? Where do you source what you’re using?
  10. dstefan

    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    Thats exactly the source I used for my foam core radiant. The stuff you linked is the same as I used but with one face white vinyl. Unless the vinyl makes it a lot stiffer, you might still want a top layer. The vinyl seems like it would be good for the ceiling as a headliner. Kinda wished I’d...
  11. dstefan

    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    Personally, I think you might regret not having a windoor, but's it's always hard to say for someone else's use. You can always keep it closed, but it's a bear to add one later, if it's even possible. No FRP, I used coroplast (essentially polypropelene corrugated cardboard if you're not...
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    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    FWIW, this shows the layout while it was under construction. The seats lift up for access
  13. dstefan

    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    I agree on widows. The one rear one is useless and I have it blocked off for the sun, but can look out from inside if needed. Windoors are another matter, for me at least. My layout has battery and solar etc against the cab bulkhead since I have a cable run from my starter to a DCDC charger...
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    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    This is the best shot I have on hand. The liner comes in four pieces, front, back and both sides. The material is a single layer brushed/felty material with little embossed pockets in it. It’s pretty effective. We mostly used it when we were working on the interior of the camper and had to have...
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    How Would You Spec It? Ovrlnd Camper

    I did: - half barn doors, window on P side only and 3 hinges on D side door w/ no window. Installed some 8020 and hung Trasharoo from reinforced door. Will use for Maxtraxx when actively using and filthy and if I really need extra gas a 2 or 3 gal Rotopax. Otherwise Maxtraxx stay inside and...
  16. dstefan

    One ton truck Suspension modifications for camper

    Yes, typically. However, Ive also upped the compression for some twisty, off camber off road. Shelf roads, etc. I’ve found it helpful in those conditions too.
  17. dstefan

    One ton truck Suspension modifications for camper

    I‘ll second BretEdges’s comment on progressive springs. I’ve had Deavers on two rigs now and been very happy. Just be sure they’re spec’d for the weight you need to support plus a little. If you feel your current springs are adequate for your weight the other thing you might consider are...
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    One ton truck Suspension modifications for camper

    I have no one ton experience, but FWIW HD springs matched to your payload is the best way in my experience. Made a huge difference in correct handling for me.
  19. dstefan

    Most secure pick up bed cover

    Had a Roll n Lock on one Tacoma and a hard shell single piece ARE tonneau on my second Tacoma. Liked the ARE best. Water proof: ARE completly. RNL leaked Room: ARE domed lid inside, could clear my ARB fridge. RNL only about 16“ clearance. AND the roller mechanism took up a lot of room...
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    Diesel Air Heater in 1st Gen Tacoma for OVRLND Top

    Nice job with the heater! Have a Wave 3 in my Ovrlnd and wondering how long I’ll be happy with it. I sure miss the easy to outside the bed, but inside the fenders from my 09 Tacoma’s composite bed. Been considering a diesel heater, but the way I built out the inside makes siting it a challenge...
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