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  1. Jafrench

    Is there something between a teardrop and a regular caravan?

    Taxa may not be made for off road from the factory but they can be modified... https://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/my-taxa-cricket-mod-build.189809/ I probably would have gone with the VMI Canyon or Alpine if not for the price and lead time wait for the build.
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    The Mountain Goat - An FJ140/2UZ-FE/Ute Build

    That is DEAD SEXY! Will be following along. Good luck
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    ...on inside the trailer at night for the same reason we don't eat in there. I don't want to...

    ...on inside the trailer at night for the same reason we don't eat in there. I don't want to attract any hungry animals to the (sleeping) contents of the trailer. Would rather have them mess with things outside than get curious for what's inside.
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    ...in the roof at some point as the condensation really builds up with all that warm. You're...

    ...in the roof at some point as the condensation really builds up with all that warm. You're welcome to stop by and take a look at anything, just let me know. And I got some word back about the drawer but then had more questions and no response. I have to email several times before I get a...
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    ...a couple more inches of clearance so you can easily attach the pipe clamp inside the trailer...

    ...a couple more inches of clearance so you can easily attach the pipe clamp inside the trailer and apply high temp sealant from above and below. Install wasn't hard at all, just took a bit of time. Results are fantastic. Trailer is downright toasty as you want it to be. I have no doubts we...
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    With the supplied bracket, the clearance between the heater and floor of the trailer is tight...

    With the supplied bracket, the clearance between the heater and floor of the trailer is tight. Running the exhaust pipe through the wood floor requires a high temp sealant that was difficult to get into the nooks and crannies. Also, I had to notch out the floor underneath the trailer to make...
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    Ahh, propane mounts were purchased from Powertank if I remember correctly. They're definitely...

    Ahh, propane mounts were purchased from Powertank if I remember correctly. They're definitely made by Powertank but can't remember of I got them direct or through a 3rd party seller. They were a scratch/dent sale so I saved a little money on them. Don't have any pics of the Propex install other...
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    Installed in the Spring and working well to keep the wife and kids warm at night. Was a great...

    Installed in the Spring and working well to keep the wife and kids warm at night. Was a great purchase to keep them comfy. Bought it from Rocky Mountain Westy up in Fort Collins which is now found at VanCafe.com--$750ish. Shipped to the house same day I bought it and was here in a few days. I...
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    Thanks. You ain't kiddin' with "thoroughly used"! You're hitting it hard. Well done. Have you had any problems with rivets popping? How/where did you mount the tires? I've done some pretty rough trails but don't have nearly the number of miles you do. My biggest concern at this point is the...
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    Post favorite pics of your rig and trailer

    Camping near Bill Moore Lake north of Empire, CO. Second pic is in a meadow near Evergreen, CO after dropping my daughter off at camp.
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    Thanks. It's definitely overkill. Luckily it's not too heavy. I should have used 3/16" or even 1/8" but at least my water will be protected;). Lesson learned Floor is 1" ply. All those holes were for various plumbing and electrical running from cabin to under chassis. I'm only reusing a few so...
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    Since we'll have on-demand hot water, I needed to increase the fresh water carrying capacity so pulled the stock Taxa tank (11 gallons I think) as well as the the gray water tank and added a 25 gallon fresh water tank. Forgot to snap a pic of the tank but if I have to drop the aluminum skid to...
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    Modifications continue... Pulled counter/shelving: Sold water heater pictured below to local chap in need of a replacement (thanks Scott, and for motivating me to post updates): Phase 2 of LPG on-demand hot water complete: Had to mount my new tongue box for increased storage: so I could...
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    FS-Taxa Cricket trailer frame-Denver, CO

    Sorry I didn't get you this info yesterday. The rectangular dimensions of the old Cricket frame are ~45" wide and ~100" long. My custom frame was moved inboard 2" on each side to clear the bigger tires with the Timbren axle less suspension so is 41" wide. The length of the Cricket body is...
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    FS-Taxa Cricket trailer frame-Denver, CO

    Will get that for you tomorrow. Should be similar to what I've got now.
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    FS-Taxa Cricket trailer frame-Denver, CO

    If you're wanting me to measure the original Cricket frame referenced in this for sale thread, my apologies, but it is long gone to the scrap yard.
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    Phase 1 of LPG on-demand hot water complete: Mounted the Eccotemp in a Pelican case as many others have done. Found some aluminum c-channel and flat bar at the hardware store and made a mount to put the Pelican on the side of the trailer. I wanted it removable so it wasn't sticking out from the...
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    It's a solid unit for sure. Haven't used it out camping yet but the problem of lack of range of height of my previous jack is solved. This thing can be tall, short or anything in between making coupling to the vehicle a much easier process. For the HS2000 I'll probably have a quick disconnect...
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    My Taxa Cricket mod/build...

    Thanks but the progress was all in having someone else build the frame...just my idea Thanks No problem $5k. They removed and reinstalled the body with a large ceiling hoist in their shop. Part of the motivation for a new frame was an extended tongue and multi-axis hitch. Not sure if I'll...
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    FS-Taxa Cricket trailer frame-Denver, CO

    Ask x4 and you shall receive: http://forum.expeditionportal.com/threads/189809-My-Taxa-Cricket-mod-build?p=2431531#post2431531
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