Doc's AT FlipPac Build Thread

[elcoyote]

Thanks for the link Doc. I'm having the same paint wear issue on the tailgate from the FP rear hatch as well.

Both of my previous shells, a Gemtop and a SnugTop did the same so I ran gray colored Line-X over the edge of the tailgate to prevent that from happening with my ATF. Works like a champ!

 

[Dave Bennett]

Camper Upgrades

Today I upgraded the battery in my National Luna Power Pack from my old OEM Toyota battery to the Odyssey PC1700 MJT.
I also started fitment of my Viair 400C air system back there in the FlipPac, more on that install later. As you can see, air and power are pretty much a non-issue now

Here is a pic from today:

The ARB X-Jack and my big medical kit have a nice home along the wall of the FlipPac, and I moved the Engel display closer to the fridge and added a magnetic strip from Ikea that can hold various kitchen bits

Note the magnet below the bottle opener to catch bottle caps and the cup from Ikea that serves as catch all in camp as well as a cup holder. Also added the RV level to make spotting and leveling the camper easier.

 

[ETAV8R]

Thanks for the link Doc. I'm having the same paint wear issue on the tailgate from the FP rear hatch as well.

Me too and I have only had it about a month.

 

[Dave Bennett]

Me too and I have only had it about a month.

I think most guys with shells have this issue on the tailgate. Just put some 3M type vinyl tape on it or Line-X and forget about it

 

[Dave Bennett]

Fiamma Level Up

Next up on the shopping list are a set of Level Up leveling blocks from Fiamma, most times I find that I need a little adjustment when setting up camp.

http://www.fiammausa.com/products/accessories.asp?Fam=A6

Lots of other cool accesories from Fiamma and Thule that could be applicable to the FlipPac as well.

http://thule.com/en/SI/Products/RV Accessories/Cargo Management.aspx

 

[WASURF63]

Next up on the shopping list are a set of Level Up leveling blocks from Fiamma, most times I find that I need a little adjustment when setting up camp.

http://www.fiammausa.com/products/accessories.asp?Fam=A6



I've got tons of use out of mine for a few years now.
Very handy item.
You'll love 'em.

 

[Maximus Ram]

Next up on the shopping list are a set of Level Up leveling blocks from Fiamma, most times I find that I need a little adjustment when setting up camp.

http://www.fiammausa.com/products/accessories.asp?Fam=A6

Lots of other cool accesories from Fiamma and Thule that could be applicable to the FlipPac as well.

http://thule.com/en/SI/Products/RV Accessories/Cargo Management.aspx

Neat leveling block..it looks like one could make a set or 2 from some 1x4 or
2x6 's

 

[Overland Hadley]

I like my Lynx Levelers.

Link

IMO, more compact and more versatile than the ramps. (Can be used to jack off of, etc.)

 

[Mc Taco]

Neat leveling block..it looks like one could make a set or 2 from some 1x4 or
2x6 's

True, but then you have the additional weight of the wood and the degradation of the wood with the resultant splintering. It will be interesting as to how well the plastics hold up to the elements. Whether they become brittle or not.

 

[Mc Taco]

I like my Lynx Levelers...

Those look great. But will the kids play "lego" with them?

 

[Overland Hadley]

Those look great. But will the kids play "lego" with them?

I play Lego with them.

 

[Dave Bennett]

More Rock Star status for the Taco! :ylsmoke:

http://www.adventuretrailers.com/page/vehicles/at_flippac/

 

[Bergger]

I like my Lynx Levelers.

Link

IMO, more compact and more versatile than the ramps. (Can be used to jack off of, etc.)

I use these as well. They are great and offer good options for leveling your truck, used as a base for you jack or for the drop leg jack/wheel of a trailer.

 

[Mc Taco]

More Rock Star status for the Taco! :ylsmoke:

May I have its' autograph?

Too cool Dave.

 

[Dave Bennett]

A few improvements...

Finished out the "utility compartment" inside the FP, note the toolbox tray and divider keeping the electric and air apart from the commode. This was a safety concern for me as I wanted things kept apart and not sliding around.

Lightweight divider wall with air holes and 1.5 inch lift for the commode that doubles as a shower deck in camp.

Completed utilities compartment (for now) with National Luna Power Pack, Blue Seas 6 circuit fuse block powering the LED camper lighting and Viair 400C air compressor. Compressor has a remote switch at the drivers door kick panel and is plumbed to the rear bumper for no-fuss air use.

Exterior air quick connect, armored and protected from mischief when the swingout is closed

Added a hefty magnet to catch those pesky bottle caps in camp.

One of the reasons for the whole build - Savannah the Happy Camper!!!