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I know the topper will affect mpg but it’s what I was looking for to fulfill my desire to spend time in the wilderness. I’m 58 , had diabetes since 13, suffer from mental issues and am going through a divorce for the 3rd time. It’s important to keep it and figure out different methods of efficiency.
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05-11-2023, 02:49 PM
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I'm thirty years older and everyone thinks I have mental isssues (especially Xist; and excepting me); I was kicked out of the gene pool after my first marriage.
Anyway, you could slant chop that sucker in the back lot of a big box store.  Assuming you don't need the headroom in back of course. Your paradigm would be the Camperworld race truck spoiler's height.
Maybe start by stuffing a pool noodle between the cab and topper?
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I……Maybe start by stuffing a pool noodle between the cab and topper?
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Good idea.
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05-12-2023, 09:42 AM
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Would also need to stuff pool noodles between the bed and cab
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I know the topper will affect mpg but it’s what I was looking for to fulfill my desire to spend time in the wilderness.
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Wouldn't be my first choice for stealth-camping, but I like the idea |
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05-20-2023, 09:39 AM
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not stealth
I am planning on going to Big Bend here in Texas. I won’t be doing any stealth camping in it. Would like to stay at least a week at a time.
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So, are you not willing to place some amenities on the truck, protected by a camper shell, in order to be eventually able to camping without the need for a tent?
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that’s my objective. i want to be able to load supplies and go in any weather and not have any worries.
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https://3.bp.blogspot.com/.../Magnum%2B02.jpg
I'd want to graft in the rear hatch from a Dodge Magnum.It would make a better 'front door' and could support an awning. They go for $200-250.
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That would look good.
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