Four Wheel Camper - A Review

[kcowyo]

Vince.... my man... :bowdown:


So far not a single leak. Probably the worst rain I have camped in was the very first night I owned it. That night was a deluge. There have been some light showers while camping that didn't last all night (thankfully...) but nary an issue so far.

An even bigger test was the big snows we had this winter. The camper was outside all winter. While I tried to brush off the snow before it got too heavy and melted off, I didn't get it all. That always concerned me, but upon inspection I couldn't find any signs that water had seeped in anywhere.

Seems those that do experience a leak, find them primarily around the cab-over bunk. Again, none for me luckily. I also know of some owners who have experienced a leak in the roof but they blame not enough caulk around their roof rack track screws. I haven't drilled into the roof for that very reason.

 

[Northern Explorer]

I read through this thread when you first posted it. Now it's only a few weeks before I get my own FWC. Thanks for all the great info.:victory:

 

[mtn-high]

Thanks for the welcome kcowyo!

Don't wanna hijack yer thread but I'm currently in the market for a HAWK or an Eagle for a 2004 Tundra DC and reading your trip takes pumped me up BIG TIME to get this done and get on the road! (I'm in Western Colorado, BTW)

General question: I hope you haven't had to find out...but if a guy found a used unit that needs work are parts readily available from FWC?

Again...what an inspiration this thread has been. Certainly NOT a buzzkill!

many thanks! :bowdown:

 

[Rockcrawler]

Parts are readily available from FWC, ATC and local RV stores. I've found the camper far more enjoyable to work on than making mods to the truck. It is much easier to work on... easy to disassemble/reassemble... etc.

Kyle

 

[kcowyo]

...if a guy found a used unit that needs work are parts readily available from FWC?

Absolutely.

As Kyle mentioned either factory can supply you with replacement parts.

Good luck in your search. FWIW, have 4 or 5 classified websites, etc. that you watch closely and be prepared to jump when you find the right one. Especially this time of year when everyone is wanting to get out for the summer. Nice ones don't tend to stay on the market very long.

Along the Rockies and the west coast are great places to find campers looking for a new home. Thanks for the nice comments on this thread. Best of luck - :beer:

 

[dags]

So what are the websites I should be looking at to find a used FWC? I'm on the eastcoast and I'm having no luck finding one

 

[deserteagle56]

One of these units is posted for sale on the Reno Craigslist site for the 15th of May.

 

[kcowyo]

So what are the websites I should be looking at to find a used FWC? I'm on the eastcoast and I'm having no luck finding one

Finding one on the east coast seems to be an issue. I hear from a lot of folks who struggle to find one east of Denver. The following links may be of some help -


Four Wheel Campers - Their website. The will list any available units on their homepage.

Wander the West - A website & forum for FWC owners. They have a classified section for those selling their campers.

Used Four Wheel Campers - A small website, the selection is hit or miss.

RVTraderonline - Primarily new units, but occasionally a used one will get listed

The Camping Source - Generally a good site with nice models available

RV Hunter - Don't know how great this site is, but it's where I found mine

Go Anywhere - A FWC dealer in Wisconsin


Other suggestions include eBay, Craigslist (or crazedlist.org) and the numerous other RV classified websites. ExPo members, Dave and Northern Explorer, are closer to you and have done a bunch of research. Perhaps you could PM them for suggestions in searching back east.

:campfire:

 

[chnlisle]

Used FWC

You might also try giving Stan Kennedy at FWC a call. He sometimes knows where the used ones are lurking nationally.

 

[kcowyo]

....

Welcome to ExPo Jay - :bowdown:


Good to see you - :beer:

 

[dags]

Guys thanks for the recommendations.

Wish I could buy one of these on the east coast

http://www.traymatecampers.com.au/exterior.asp

 

[chnlisle]

Thanks KC,
Its good to see the gangs all here. I see you're a rock star here. I'll stop by from time to time. Theres lots of good stuff here.

 

[suntinez]

Wish I could buy one of these on the east coast

http://www.traymatecampers.com.au/exterior.asp

or the west coast! nice find ...

 

[Rockcrawler]

Hey Jay,

Glad to see you found your way over here. As you've already noticed, there is a ton of good information and knowledgeable people here.

Take care,

Kyle

 

[lqhikers]

slow trip for Jay!

Jay glad you showed up you old guys sure are slow!!:REExeSwimmingHL:
Drive slow and enjoy "its the journey"
Les Lqhikers