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  1. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Learn from our mistakes, I hope I've learned enough for now though. I know more about 12 volt systems than I ever thought I needed to. One good thing is that I only plug in to run the ac. The solar panels and 12 volt system are so efficient I'm usually fully charged by about 8 am!
  2. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Thanks!
  3. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Still in Colorado, and in Denver quite a bit as I work there. PM me and we can set up a meet some time.
  4. Carlyle

    F350 Overland Upgrades

    Nice work! Wish I could weld more than a muffler hanger.
  5. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Thanks Haven! Gotta love that factor. The tire sits far enough in front of the radiator that it still gets flow, outside temp sensor has to be moved though as it goes up when the engine fan turns on. Numbers on the dash seem to be good. Moving the tire in the future may be something I...
  6. Carlyle

    New 2012 Dodge 5500 Alcoa Wheel set and tires - $2500 Colorado

    Sold! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Camper going through its paces by Lake George, Colorado this week:
  8. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Hi Mike, Let me see if I can explain how it works with a few pictures. The deck of the camper is mounted to the frame of the truck using springs that allow some up and down movement of the camper: On the right side of the picture you have see the "sleeve" for lack of better term that keeps...
  9. Carlyle

    New 2012 Dodge 5500 Bumper - $500 Colorado

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  10. Carlyle

    Let's Go Aero Cargo Trailer - $1000 Colorado

    Let's go Aero cargo trailer purchased about ten years ago to haul our camping gear. This trailer is in new condition and includes a spare tire, load holding system, spare wiring harness and cam lift for changing tire. Everything is in great working order and ready to haul your stuff with minimal...
  11. Carlyle

    New 2012 Dodge 5500 Bumper - $500 Colorado

    Brand new 2012 Dodge Ram 5500 Laramie Chrome Fender with factory lights and lower valance. I pulled this bumper new and installed an aftermarket one. This sells for much more msrp and available to you at a substantial savings. Please check to make sure this bumper will fit your truck before...
  12. Carlyle

    New 2012 Dodge 5500 Alcoa Wheel set and tires - $2500 Colorado

    SOLD This is a brand new wheel set off a 2012 Dodge 5500 Laramie Edition. These are the four polished Alcoa Aluminum 19.5" wheels and the the factory inner steel wheels. The tires are brand new Continental 225 70-19.5's x 6. I pulled the wheel set from my truck new to replace with...
  13. Carlyle

    what solar panel to use

    I'm using a 25 amp Go-Power charger on my two panels. As said earlier, 15 amp will be quite sufficient for your needs. Try RVSolarElectric.com for more info, they've helped me in the past. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. Carlyle

    what solar panel to use

    The size and efficiency of the panels is not related to the number of volts of your batteries. The amperage given off by the panels should go through a regulator and will top off your batteries in the time it takes for the missing amps to be replaced. I'm running 6 volt 220 amp Lifeline...
  15. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Yes, and you do get used to it quickly. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  16. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Thanks for reading my rambling ark teller, that is an excellent analogy. I hope this is our last "learning experience" on this scale. Carl Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  17. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Just a warning, I lucked out.
  18. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Hi David, The tires are like any tire are a compromise of one versus the other. They are noisy on the highway, but most tires I've run on my trucks have been noisy. They are big, heavy and probably reducing my fuel mileage, but I don't have a comparison of what it would be with the factory...
  19. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    Mattress is 72" x 56", and yes we sleep with our heads on the driver's side. Must be a habit by now...
  20. Carlyle

    Alaskan Camper Build Up

    19 volt upverter for backlit led flatscreen: Solar and battery monitor: Full size bed with real mattress:
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