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What kind of camper do you have?

Discussion in 'Towing' started by RoyB, Apr 18, 2010.

  1. Feb 17, 2016 at 7:32 AM
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    J Gibson

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    katzkin leather, toyota step bars, pro grill, advent overhead DVD player, cargo extender, bed mat, husky liners, impulse digital brake controller, avs bugflector, tinted windows, Firestone ride-rite air bags, ARE camper top with tool doors, ScangaugeII, ProEFX tow mirrors, ImMrYo rearview mirror lift bracket, Salex glove box and console organizers, 2020 Tacoma Pro styled wheels, 265/70 r17 Michelin MS2 tires, LED map lights, drivers seat extended and raised, ram ball tech deck installed, blacked out badges, tinted taillights, upgraded climate control knobs, ultimate headlight upgrade with Osram superbrights and wiring harness along wit OEM pro headlight housings.
    Yeah, my mileage suffers too. If I really baby it on level state highways (below interstate speeds) i can squeak out maybe 14-15, but usually cruising down interstate i am in the 12 range.
     
  2. Feb 18, 2016 at 3:44 PM
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    68dave

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    Toytec Boss kit & OME leafs, 231mm tundra brakes SCS wheels...
    image_zpsv41dn8vh_cfc7bc222a0970802620022c4048ee99770a70c3.jpgNot mine but i had to post a pic of it here. 1991 Hilux diesel 4x4 with 76k miles. A guy on a fiberglass RV forum that i'm a member of just had this shipped from Japan to him in Washington state. That would be tons of fun!
     
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  3. Feb 18, 2016 at 3:45 PM
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    68dave

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    Toytec Boss kit & OME leafs, 231mm tundra brakes SCS wheels...
    image_zps2rxsmsga_6777007f0dc9c074237bc487c939eacdf7aa3957.jpgAnother pic.
     
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  4. Feb 18, 2016 at 3:55 PM
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    Trowbocop

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    That's fantastic.
     
  5. Feb 18, 2016 at 4:31 PM
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    gmann1972

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    Mileage sure does suffer when towing this...oh well

    IMG_20150808_161310_281.jpg
     
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  6. Feb 18, 2016 at 4:51 PM
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    Toytec Boss kit & OME leafs, 231mm tundra brakes SCS wheels...
    The old saying goes "You gotta pay to play".
     
  7. Feb 18, 2016 at 4:54 PM
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    YES SIR RE, you sure do and I don't care...As long as it's fun, then nothing matters
     
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  8. Feb 20, 2016 at 8:41 AM
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    I WANT!!!
     
  9. Feb 20, 2016 at 8:44 AM
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    I'm at 10 mpg no matter what. Not really an issue now with gas scratching $2 a gallon here. But with gas at $4.3 back in 2013 I shelled out like $800 in fuel on a 1800 mile trip.
     
  10. Feb 20, 2016 at 8:53 AM
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    My wife and I have a vintage 1984 UHaul CT-13 fiberglass camper. UHaul had them in their rental fleet until the early 1990s when they sold them to the public.

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  11. Feb 22, 2016 at 8:53 AM
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    katzkin leather, toyota step bars, pro grill, advent overhead DVD player, cargo extender, bed mat, husky liners, impulse digital brake controller, avs bugflector, tinted windows, Firestone ride-rite air bags, ARE camper top with tool doors, ScangaugeII, ProEFX tow mirrors, ImMrYo rearview mirror lift bracket, Salex glove box and console organizers, 2020 Tacoma Pro styled wheels, 265/70 r17 Michelin MS2 tires, LED map lights, drivers seat extended and raised, ram ball tech deck installed, blacked out badges, tinted taillights, upgraded climate control knobs, ultimate headlight upgrade with Osram superbrights and wiring harness along wit OEM pro headlight housings.
    How cool!
     
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  12. Feb 22, 2016 at 10:39 PM
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    Anyone know how the 2016 Taco tows compared to the Gen 2 trucks?
     
  13. Feb 23, 2016 at 5:47 PM
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    aires 3D mats, scan gauge II, rear differential breather relocation, and bakflip G2 bed cover.
  14. Feb 23, 2016 at 5:55 PM
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    Ridgeline001

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    I like it. Any pics of inside?
     
  15. Feb 23, 2016 at 6:01 PM
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    Nice setup!
    What's the specs on the camper? How's the tacoma handle it?
     
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  16. Feb 23, 2016 at 6:41 PM
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    Toytec Boss kit & OME leafs, 231mm tundra brakes SCS wheels...
    Nice! My parents rented them when i was a kid for camping trips to Gettysburg. Brings back a lot of fond memories. Are you a member over at Fiberglassrv.com? If not check it out. One member over there is restoring a U-Haul and was asking for pics. I'm also a member over there with my Casita.
     
  17. Feb 23, 2016 at 6:45 PM
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    (totaled) 2011 Tacoma DC
    x2.
     
  18. Feb 23, 2016 at 6:46 PM
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    Eagle keeper

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    That this is awesome. I hope it works out for him. I have done some reading on them and from what I understand they are illegal in the states. I could totally be wrong and hope I am cuz that's bad ass and I'd want one anytime
     
  19. Feb 23, 2016 at 6:54 PM
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    Toytec Boss kit & OME leafs, 231mm tundra brakes SCS wheels...
    Because of the age he states that it is eligible for registration in his state. Here in my state of Maryland if a vehicle is 20 years or older no inspection or emissions testing is required. Just insurance is all you need to get historic tags.
     
  20. Feb 23, 2016 at 6:58 PM
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    Freakin. Awesome.
     
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