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So yeah, I did a thing. And I know I have documented it elsewhere, but wanted this in one place as my final work around to my camp shower setup hopefully saving the next person trying to do this some grief... So as you may know, the Camplux 5L is along the same lines of myriad other 5L on...

Photos pending. Sorry I can't find them at the moment, but I wanted to start the build thread for my '04 F150 XLT Supercab 4x4 5.4L 3V. So here is the status so far. Truck. 2004 F150 XLT Supercab 4x4 5.4L 3V. Engine rebuild in progress. All upgraded hardware with TSB fixes on the VCT system...

So my primary tent is a cheapo, Ozark Trail 10x14 instant setup Dark Rest model, Overall I actually rather like it, BUT.... the rainfly appears to have the only function of keeping rainwater from running in through the ceiling screens. I would like some rain protection for entering / exiting...

It's been years since there was a problem off grid with any of our group, but it happens... And I am going over my first aid kit realizing something critically important... The various medications are VERY old. Nobody needs to be taking 12 year old Benadryl. The tape is no longer sticky...

So I have been considering a couple of options. I am leaning heavily toward building my own custom topper, so I can build it wider as a camper body that will allow for a short king size mattress above the truck bed rails. This is not an insurmountable obstacle, but it would be nice to have...

No doubt folks have seen the string of threads here with me hammering over camp shower / bathroom ideas. I have finaly settled on a setup. What I wanted to achieve is simplest possible setup, with the lowest possible cargo space in the vehicle used as possible. So the pile of parts came in...

Okay dumb question. Most Safari racks I have seen are just simple racks with no means to attach them to a vehicle roof, instead relying on some sort of support such as an existing roof rack. I am needing something more along the lines of a mounts TO the truck type attachment since my truck...

So if anyone has noticed, there are a TON Of various traction aids on the market, traction boards, whatever you want to call them. I have a pair of these bright yellow, ramp looking things that have a bunch of pyramid shapes all over the tops, and bottoms that have weird wedge shapes that look...

Excus teh rambling here. In my digging I am finding info all over the place on this subject of hot camp showers. I'm simply trying to put this into one place for my own perpective to wrap my head around the concepts, advantages and disadvantages. And share them with anyone else that might be...

So yes, I am still playing with the shower idea. If I use the Zodi, or even go with a Camplux, unless I fork over the bucks for a Joolca Ensuite plumbing kit, I will need to plumb the Ensuite with 3/8" tubing which I have. Whether I use the Battery shower Zodi, or the full Zodi Hottap, it...

So dumb of me I know, but I managed to let batteries leak in the battery compartment of my old Radio Shack weather band radio. This is pretty important on off grid trips especially well off the beaten path along the beaches along Bolivar or Padre Island. This isn't something we use a lot, but it...

So the 4x4 clubs near me all require CB Radios in the rigs. I know I can get a handheld, but if I am going to do it, do it right, and use the gear I have. It's been a few years, but when mounted to the middle of the front wall of the bed I verfied everything is still working spot on. The...

Yes, I am playing with ideas here, nothing solid. One of the replies to my thread about the Camplux 5L got me thinking... those overlanding and adventuring without propane, these heaters are a non starter entirely. So why am I pondering a propane shower / heater in the first place? Honestly...

So after looking into the Joolca HOTTAP V2, I am looking at alternatives as the Joolca is, well, expensive. And none of these units seem to have sufficient length hoses anyway, so... I am considering maybe the Camplux 5L with the pump https://amzn.to/3ilhsyM The Joolca has hoses that are...

I have a Cabelas Deluxe Shower Shelter bought new in either 2005 or 2006. The unit is complete, clean, and in exceptional shape. I am including the original 5 gallon shower bag. I did replace the hanging cord for the shower bag with lime green paracord because, well I don't trust the original...

So my looking into the Joolca HOTTAP v2, mostly caused by my infatuation with the flick a switch and hot water comes out immediately thing, has me thinking... #1. Does the Joolca give you hot water straight away when starting with very cold water, or do you need to recirculate and warm the...

I am taking a shot in the dark here hoping someone will be able to answer this for me... The Joolca HOTTAP v2 doesn't appear to use standard "Disposable" thread hoses or connections, but rather what looks like a POL tank connection with a regulator, and their proprietary Gas Knect quick connect...

So the features of the Joolca HOTTAP V2 are pretty impressive. Especially the on demand ignition, which can be done from within the Joolca Ensuite single or double with the shower plumbing, very awesome to say the least easier than using my Zodi hot tap, and again magnitudes easier to do than...

I have been going back and forth on wanting a 2 room shower tent, and specifically an instant set. I've mentioned before I have osteoarthritis in my lower spine that causes sciatica by capturing the nerve. IKneeling / bending MUST be minimized for me, so instant set is how I am going... Well I...

So here's a thought for an ultimate easy build, but my thought process is this. Aluminum high boy work truck shells can be had on Craigslist all day long on the cheap. Not quite standing room for me, but I know my BIL has a similair truck my 5' wife can stand up in his camper shell. Need to...