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    Advantages and disadvantages Of different slide it in Campersh

    Seraphim, I am trying to picture what you have in mind,,,cant quite get it.<br><br><br>The more I think about it I am more inclined to go with the fixed top TC. From my past experiences with pop top trailers , and the unreliablity of the cables, I dont think I want to deal with that. But more...
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    Advantages and disadvantages Of different slide it in Campersh

    Hi I'm considering purchasing a truck camper slid in and having no knowledge of them I was curious as to what the advantages or disadvantages of a pop-up slide in as opposed to a fixed top slide in other than the fact that the pop top may be lighter I am planning an extended trip out west with...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    <p>Seraphym&nbsp; thanks for your insights. comfort and amenities is not high on our list of things, we kinda like the adventure mode.<br>I am curious as to what type of TC you have and what do you think of the pop tops as apposed to the <br>fixed models. and what are the advantages and...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    <span class="status_offline" title="Offline"><a href="/profile/1653545" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seraphim</a> , thanks for the insight, We are prepared to do without a lot of amenities, and comfort is not high on our list of needs. I am curious as to what you think of the pop top TC's and...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    <span class="status_offline" title="Offline"><a href="/profile/1653545" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Seraphim</a> , thanks for the insight, We are prepared to do without a lot of amenities, and comfort is not high on our list of needs. I am curious as to what you think of the pop top TC's and...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    Thanks for that link, I haven't had the chance to dig into it yet.but I am sure it will come in handy.<br>Now that I"think' I might have my mind may up on the vehicle I will be using, (dodge 3500). I will begin working on my conversion. I am on the hunt for a 'slide in' however the price will...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    Now you have me really thinking, if I will only be using the truck to sleep in why even bother,&nbsp; a more nimble suv with a tent could serve as well, with better mpg, the savings could justify more motel nights...right? :-)&nbsp;&nbsp; <br>however I am thinking that I would really love to...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    I guess part of the problem I am having is understanding that, as tonyandkaren mentioned out west is different than what i am used to in Florida and the east coast. Where stealth may not be necessary as much. In that case I should really consider a tent for 'living' out of when stopped and use...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    twokniveskatie...If you could move this thread for me that would be great...I think the section that covers 'traveling / living in a truck might be more appropriate...(only if you agree)<br><br><br>
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    tonyandkaren, <br><br>thanks for your input. I have spent a week sleeping in the truck with a topper, was ok but all we did was sleep in it, everything else was done outside. My thoughts at this time is a trip of two-three months. I am not sure as I just have no idea of the distances and places...
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    Long time lurker, now first time poster,,with unsettled plans

    I have been reading the forum and blog for sometime now. I am 59 and currently living in central Florida,<br><br>I have been determined&nbsp; to take an extended trip "out west" next year. I would like to boondock and stealth camp as much as possible. Until very recently I was planning to...
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