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mickeyr1999
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Lot of good input.
Suprised to hear the Bounder was able to hit the off road a bit. Why do you think that was? Good clearance?
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Neal Johns
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Art's the man when it comes to 4x4 motorhomes - and he did all the work himself.
Inside is everything you need for 4wd travel; Welder, engine driven air compressor, fridge, etc. Up front is a Diesel he put in to replace the gas
engine. I led him to Yubay, etc. He towed me out of Mision Santa Maria when I blew my differential!
In addition, he is a super nice guy - I don't even hold it against him that he is a software puke.
My motto:
Never let a Dragon pass by without pulling its tail!
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Whale-ista
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Re your questions on a camper for Baja use:
1) Try Expedition Portal for good Information on offroad rigs, equipment, modifications etc. I've learned a lot on that site
2) I use a small 1/2 ton pickup with a simple callen camper shell, overcab height. Lifted for clearance but not 4WD, rear airbags to ride smoother
when fully loaded with gear; BFG AT tires work well.
3) I've made several trips this year, ranging from 4 days to 3 weeks
4) I use established RV camping sites, or campgrounds near lagoons to see whales; or if I caravan with friends and they use a hotel, I park nearby and
sleep in camper.
| Quote: | Originally posted by mickeyr1999
where is a good website to look other than craigslist
I am in San Diego
What rig do you have
How often do you go south?
What is your favorite camping spot that is safe at night.?
I would be with my girl |
\"Probably the airplanes will bring week-enders from Los Angeles before long, and the beautiful poor bedraggled old town will bloom with a
Floridian ugliness.\" (John Steinbeck, 1940, discussing the future of La Paz, BCS, Mexico)
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SFandH
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If you see a Callen camper advertised, go take a look at it. They used to make them in El Cajon. Welded steel frame. Aluminum outside, panelling
inside with insulation in between. Tough campers.
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Whale-ista
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Good point. Lots of them in San Diego. Check craigslist.
| Quote: | Originally posted by SFandH
If you see a Callen camper advertised, go take a look at it. They used to make them in El Cajon. Welded steel frame. Aluminum outside, panelling
inside with insulation in between. Tough campers. |
\"Probably the airplanes will bring week-enders from Los Angeles before long, and the beautiful poor bedraggled old town will bloom with a
Floridian ugliness.\" (John Steinbeck, 1940, discussing the future of La Paz, BCS, Mexico)
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Pescador
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I have a Lance Camper that is in perfect shape, always garaged when not on the road and it is going to go on sale next week when I get home from
Rosarito Beach.
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Martyman
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I've never considered a camper shell because I'm 6'4" and not enough headroom! Any camping setups out there for tall, fat guys?
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MMc
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This will go to 6'6'. I don't know a bout width.
http://www.fourwheelcampers.com/index.php/products/for-full-...
"Never teach a pig to sing it frustrates you and annoys the pig" - W.C.Fields
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chuckie
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Pescadors Lance will work for ya....
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Desertbull
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Duramax Diesel 4x4 with a custom travel trailer style box attached to the frame ... with 40 inch Goodyear tires.
DREAM IT! PLAN IT! LIVE IT!
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Pescador
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Martyman
I've never considered a camper shell because I'm 6'4" and not enough headroom! Any camping setups out there for tall, fat guys?
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Yeah, with the queen sized bed going the length of the camper 6'4" is no problem. Fat ain't a problem either, unless you get stuck in the overhead.
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Ribbonslinger
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Last year was first time in Baja. I researched a lot on this site for best truck for off road. I ended up getting an old oil patch F350 with a 20yr
old bigfoot camper. If you get a camper make sure you build a plywood base with 2x4 that will keep the camper from sliding side to side and forward.
Then you will need to get some good quality camper tiedowns that are mounted to the frame. The tiedowns should have some sort of give or shock system
or the side to side motion will tear the camper apart.
Tires are very important given the heavy load. I am a BC boy so I use HD Grapplers from Kaltire. The loggers use them up here so they are pretty
tough. The last must have is a come-along with 5/16 Amsteel. Put a second block on the setup so you have a 2 to 1. I brought a Danforth anchor to
use as a dead man if I got stuck in the sand. It saved me at Quadalupe Canyon Hotsprings when my truck sank into some black muck.
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Ribbonslinger
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Forgot to mention. Make sure you have a locking rear diff. It made an amazing difference in loose boulders along the beach when we drove to the San
Cosme hot springs. You have to be a little nuts to drive there though with a full size truck and camper, but I would not have made it without the
locker.
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mickeyr1999
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Hi Slinger good advice. Can you send over a few photos of your rig ?
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Ribbonslinger
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Mickey
I will get you some pictures in a few days. Can,t get it straight how to post photos. My son is a wiz at this stuff so he will do it for me next
week.
Slinger
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Alm
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| Quote: | Originally posted by mickeyr1999
what would you recommend for a used 4by4 and camper for two and not too cramped
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There is no camper that is "not too cramped" for two. It's a place to sleep, not to live. I'm a trailer guy, not much experience with campers , but
those campers that I've seen here, were using outdoor kitchen. Especially when there are two people. As mentioned, you only need a folding table
with small propane stove, and folding sink for dishwashing.
"Fishing villages"? All small coastal towns are of a "fishing" kind, whether they have some other industry there or not. Very often there is a paved
road and even a public bus there. This isn't an Amazon jungle. Some have only dirt road. And then there are "fishing camps" accessible on 4WD, but
often a 2WD would suffice, in a good weather. Some "fishing villages" you can reach in a compact car, no kidding.
Have your ever been to Baja? If not, then you should take a drive and see how it looks and what is what.
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EdwardTeach
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[Edited on 5-10-2014 by EdwardTeach]
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Ribbonslinger
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I have to disagree with you Alm. I have a 9'6" Bigfoot 3000. It is huge and has a ton of room. For me it is multiple purpose. I can take it to the
mountain to ski in BC or go to Baja in the desert.
I use to think people who had campers were total jam tarts since I always tented back then. But once you get use to hot showers and fresh baked bread
it is hard to go back to a tent.
Don,t get into a camper unless you really want to go off road and like being by yourself. A trailer is usually cheaper and you can setup at a nice
beach with it and go exploring with your truck. I love the challenge of exploring crazy roads to get to beautiful spots but it is not for everybody.
Maybe save yourself some cash and drive down to Mulege and stay in a bed and breakfast. Take day trips to Conception Bay and visit Coco,s or Coyote
beach and see what you think. It is a real community at these places and you might really like it. Happy hour and socializing every night. If so
then get a nice trailer and setup shop.
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Alm
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Forgot to tell: website to look for RV: Rvtrader.com
Click on Ca in the left menu, sort by Price->Lowest, and see what you get.
I bought my trailer online, new from dealer - after researching on makes, options and my needs, and then picked it up. There were some
disappointments due to buying it sight unseen, but not too many, and they were not defects. Just something that you can only see when you walk into
it. Can you close the toilet door while sitting there, without hitting your knees? Can you stretch on the bed without your feet hanging down (those
beds are often shorter than regular furniture)? Is there enough storage space, and is it easily accessible? And so on.
I would NEVER buy a used RV of any kind online, sight unseen. A used rig you need to inspect thoroughly, preferably with somebody who knows how to do
it. Ask questions, make appointment, then go and check it. Drive 3 hours if you have to. There are dozens of dealerships between Sacramento and SD,
and in the valleys to the East.
Consult with somebody who owned particular model(s) that you are thinking to buy. I hope you heard about Open Roads forum. The best place to ask
technical and other questions on RV. Be precise. A broad question like "whatta best make for me" will fetch you a response so broad that it will be
useless.
Check Rvtrader listings every few days, bargains go quickly.
Agreed with Ribbonslinger - even though he disagrees with me  ... Though Bigfoot
is called so for a good reason - they are roomier than some other shells. Good quality, molded fiberglass shell, not cheap, even when used. Assess
your needs first. Throw a tent, blue foam pad and warm sleeping bag in your truck, drive down Mex 1 in winter - not during holidays - it's crazy. See
how people live on camps, what rigs, what you like or dislike. It's warm enough for tent until mid-December, and then again after mid-February.
[Edited on 10-5-2014 by Alm]
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mickeyr1999
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Thanks I have been to Baja quite a few times but the advice to load up my subauru and hit the Baja road is a good one.
Thanks
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