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Probably true in theory (at least until someone builds a composite pop-up), but I doubt it ever is true in practice for equally equipped campers. All hardside campers I have seen utilize the wall space next to the ceiling for cabinets. My Grandby has 0 mass at that height when top down...

Why is this a question then? IMHO security in a camper is an illusion. Unless you have an armored camper they all are easy to gain entrance with a crowbar or claw. Get what you need to make your wife and kids feel secure.

What I've done: I've used Foamular blocks cut to fit tight between hard wall and ceiling. Works well as insulation but is cumbersome to store and assemble. And you can't insulate the hard wall or the rear lift panel. I bought some polyester fiberfill quilts at thrift stores and made...

I just want to clarify a couple of things about wind profile: I have a hunting buddy who has a Northern Lite hard side on a 2022 Ram 2500 4X4 gas. I have a FWC Grandby on a 2012 Ram 2500 4X4 gas. We travel together to hunt once a year, so same route, same time, same speed, same conditions. I...

Yes, Thank you for taking us along. Baja is another place I probably won't make it to.

Or we could go back to the ancient Roman method:

I winter camp out of a FWC Grandby in temperatures well below freezing. This is my 2¢: Non-vented heaters (Mr. Buddy, Olympian, et.al.) work IF: - the outside temps are not below ~ 20ºF, - and the outside relative humidity is low, - and you don't run the heater for more than 8 hours. The...

Why did manufacturers go away from the older tripod jack setup (Rieco-Titan, et.al)? They lifted from under the side wall frame vs. cantilevered off a vertical frame member.

I've seen a couple of vans with the back window replaced by a MaxxFan. Didn't talk to owner to see how it worked. I would e-mail MaxxFan and ask. I met a guy that removed the cover of his ceiling fan and installed a raised solar panel over it. Claimed no water intrusion.

I have a Lifetime 2' X 4' folding table. It has a pebbled surface, sort of non-slip. Bought at Wal-Mart. I carry 'Lego' leveling blocks that I can use to bring the table within 1/2" of level. I carry a bamboo cutting board to put hot pans/utensils on; stove is a two burner Coleman.

My 2¢: Go on line to one of the good auto parts sites (RockAuto, Summit Racing, etc.) and find a list of new alternators. - Then - Order on line - or - Go to your favorite auto parts store and see if they can get one for you. It sucks to have a vehicle you don't trust and your time and...

Don't all shops use torque limiters or torque sticks?

Unless you need a DC-DC charger I would go with a relay as llamalander described. Here is how I would solve this: At the truck battery, appropriately sized fuse #1 on + wire going to back of truck; wires sized to current and length (round trip). Relay in back of truck near refrigerator, fuse...

I think you are confusing 'cost' with 'price'. Unless a manufacturer has screwed up, cost sets the floor for price. Price is set by demand, real or anticipated. On new products its a guess. In a free market price comes down to the seller trying to maximize profit (usually) or some other result...

My camper is probably not a good example being 47 y.o. The roof sags but I doubt it is from the solar panels. I'd recommend going over to WandertheWest.com and ask your questions. There are a lot of guys that have put solar on FWC campers over there. I learned a lot from them.

This is how I set up my Grandby 10 years ago: 2 X 100W Renogy solar panels connected in parallel, 5 feet of 4AWG welding wire from roof to controller, Morningstar TriStar TS-45 PWM controller, 2 X 6V, 200AH GC2 batteries connected in series, 60A ANL fuses protecting controller and battery...

Some random thoughts: Being able to stand up is very important to me (74 y.o. male). My first impression is that your design is very claustrophobic. Can you and your partner stay in this for 24 hours without trying to kill each other? I find that having no cabinets up high opens a small...

Background noise is such an individual thing. A sound (or lack thereof) one person finds soothing another will find annoying or uncomfortable. You need to know what you like or try it out.

I'd check with one of the Ram forums. It might be a common complaint, it might be an easy fix, or their might be a workaround. My 2012 Ram has a remaining range displayed on the fuel efficiency window of my dash. This is a calculated number (i think). My low fuel light comes on when this...

I have 15,000 miles on a set of AT3Ws. They replaced Cooper Discoverer AT3s. They work well on gravel, sand, snow, hard-packed snow. They are noisier than the Coopers on concrete.