Aluminum Camper Forum

After reading these cracking issues, I am wondering about buying a used Camplite. We are looking for a little used 16DBS in excellent condition that was stored inside. Hoping that one will pop up. I will even consider a 2017/2018 model but would prefer the aluminum cabinets and exterior but will consider others.

Am I chasing a potential money pit with having to get the frame gusseted and welded?

Thank you David, we have a group 27 flooded battery that is just old.( was original when purchased last fall).

The battery will not hold a charge so it is time to replace. More than likely I will just buy a Duracell Platinum AGM from our local Sams Club.

Do you know if a group 31 battery and box will fit on a stock 2015 14BDS?

Bill

Ok...I'm in. I need a new battery and still not quite certain even after reading this.
1) If I go with the LiFePO4 battery I see for about $900 I still only get 100Ah. Then if I do that do I need a different charger?
2) Two GC batteries what size do I get? Do they make AGM 6v GC batteries? Do I need a new box to put them in?
3) Option 3 to go with a 12v Deep cycle AGM such as  ODYSSEY band still get 100Ah

I don't know what is the best value.

Bill

Nice, I had three tear drops. This looks like a great option for "Flying Solo"

I might have to give it a try...butt....this seems to be a real crappy thread

Nice....interesting I didn't know the AIRSTREAM Nest was cancelled already

Welcome to the zoo...have fun...and looks like you found a nice one

Welcome aboard....enjoy the circus ride

Get a 3.0L F150 and enjoy the 29.0mpg  not towing and 18.0mpg when towing

Quote from: mojospeople on August 22, 2020, 01:26:46 AM
Well, sold the 16TBS to a friend last Saturday, signed the papers for a new old stock 2019 Lance 1985 on Monday, secured financing on Wednesday and proceeded to find out my TV needs transmission work to the tune of $4k on Thursday. And to make matters worse, the part is on about a 2 week backorder aaaaaand we're supposed to go camping in the U.P. with friends in precisely 2 weeks. Grrrr. Will the part get here early? Will I have to cancel our trip? Will we go but hotel it with a brand new camper sitting at home? Will we take our chances and tow 1200 miles with a front differential that is whining? Not bad yet but....Will I find a truck to rent or borrow? I think those are all my options. Stay tuned....

Lance builds a great trailer.....good quality trailer...note the hitch weight is 520# on the Lance and that's dry.  That being said..see the comment above

I put on some load D Carlise 185/80-R13 radials..put in 2/3 tank of fresh water, loaded up with clothes, tools, chairs , and stuff we will bring. Tongue weight is 330#. Tows great behind the "Oilburner". Again thanks Merlin....I will ship the scale back to you tomorrow. thanks Bill

Getting new shoes in the morning....greased the bearings...we are good to go. After we are packed, 1/2 tank of fresh water, I am going to check tongue weight (thanks Merlin)...the take if for a spin....may camp the Mississippi

I know ...just giving you a hard time...

so how did the test come out? pregnant or not?

Hey Pinstriper ....all good things come in time....we had to buy used.....but on the upside....looking at your profile and the description...that white F150 looks like it's in pretty damn good shape for a 2007...