Squeaky Penguin's (Trip Reports) Build Thread

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Don't mind the sleeping arrangements so much as figuring out how to pack an empty bed. Oh well, I'll figure it out, and the camper should be all set for the next trip whenever that happens.

And yes, both quick weekend trips this spring have been awesome. Tons to explore in Utah and only 5 hours away.

Don't know if I want to deal with the hassle of picking up another topper right now.


Anyways, swapped my air/fuel sensor again today. Been having random check engine codes ever since I installed the other one this past summer, and even ran into a misfire issue in Utah last weekend that had me concerned. These two are supposedly the same part number, but have numerous differences.

IMAG0557 by brettbjorgum, on Flickr

I kind of suspect the one I picked up off fleabay last year is a knockoff. Truck seems to have a little more power, and no check engine codes after the swap.

 

Interesting, I just got an AF sensor today to tackle my P0171. Looks like the one on the left, which hopefully bodes well for both of us

 

looks like you had a great time man, glad the rear performed without complaint

 

Interesting for sure! My first guess would be that I ordered the wrong part the first time around, but the correct part number is on that bad sensor. And P0171 is one of the many codes I was getting. Who knows, as long as it solves the problem.

Springs are a little on the stiff side right now, but are working out well. Should be perfect when I get the GFC.

 

What’s the latest on the GFC, Brett?

 

Update I got a week ago was they would be doing the 1st gen fit-up/my camper the first week or two of May. Thinking they may be a bit behind that though based on the updates we've been seeing. They are now including in-person delivery and setup help for those of us that preordered, so that's kinda cool.

As excited as I am to get it, I don't really need it right away any more since it won't be here for my big trip coming up. Don't have any trips planned immediately after, and can't wheel anything in Colorado yet anyways.

 

Good deal. Sounds like they’re trying to do the right thing at least.

 

It seems like they are. Got a solid update last week explaining the delay, new shop setup, etc. Sounds like they're trying to dial their process to produce as high of quality product as possible.

I was getting a bit frustrated there at lack of updates while my original estimated delivery went by, but feel a bit better about it now. Still would have been nice to have it for this trip, but oh well...

 

It really does look super well thought out. I’m thinking a year or two down the road once they have their production dialed in and their options worked out would be a good time for me to level up.

And I’ve honestly thought about seeing if they’re still hiring for anything... Never hurts to ask, I suppose.

 

you'd like montana a lot more than CO..just saying ......except winter doesn't ever seem to end this year..

 

BRRRRAAAPPPP

 

We'll see if this prevents further cracking. I didn't see anything else since welding it up, so hoping I'll be good.

 

Has anyone had any issues with getting your truck aligned? I have OME 882 with Total Chaos UCA. I can't seem to get rid of my positive camber and the tech set the plates are maxed out. Any advice?

 

Did you get the 50mil or the 80mil? Looking at all my options now.

 

I do my own alignments, but haven't had a problem. Could be all sorts of things, posting pics of all 4 cams would probably be the most helpful.

80mil. Made a huge difference.

 

Pretty affordable. I'll go with the same. Thanks bud.

 

Spent the last week plus some out in the truck. A bit over 2,700 miles, lots of offroad. Very happy with how the truck performed, only thing it was missing was a GFC. Only took a couple dozen pictures, and I'll throw most of them out, but here's a couple from the phone:

IMAG0578 by brettbjorgum, on Flickr

IMAG0591 by brettbjorgum, on Flickr

And then from the actual camera:

IMG_1443-Pano by brettbjorgum, on Flickr

IMG_1471-2 by brettbjorgum, on Flickr

 

Spending a week on the ground again will make you appreciate the GFC that much more! Looked like a nice trip based on yours and Ryan's pics!

 

That last one ended up pretty good.