Stream'n
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I need your assistance. I have a 2012 4x4 F250 diesel crew 4x4 ( sb ).
The trailer is 10,000 lbs . A newbie, I plan on doing full time boondocking.
In order to prepare my truck I am researching a cargo box, front grill,
HD weather mats, portable generator, rock tamers, 12 V air compressor,
water filter and a pump so that I can use at a lake or river as a source.
Could you suggest brands &/or sources.
My interest also includes an expedition roof rack, lamps, a light weight motorcycle
( I might have to carry it on the front bumper ) and an external "in bed" fuel box.
Unfortunately this truck has a small 25 gallon fuel tank.
My trailer camper has 500 watts of solar panels so I will not be using the generator full time. How would you outfit your truck for a maximum stay in the 'outback'?
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ArcticDodge
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-I like Weathertech for floor mats.
-Look at replacement 50 + gallon fuel tanks from Tranfer Flow inc. Might suite you verses taking up bed space.
-Not sure what you mean by "light weight" motorcyles but a Suzuki DRZ400 is 300 lbs or a Kawasaki KLR650 is 400 lbs. Either does great on FS roads but the KLR is more comfortable for longer highway runs.
- Rock tamers are a brand name of "mud flaps". You answered your own question.
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See if you have a place for a 2nd battery under the hood.
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sdrubrecht
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Make sure the water filter will do cysts and Giradia and all the other nasties waiting in rivers and lakes. That will be an expensive and slow in gallons per minute filter. If your truck can handle the weight, water might be more important than fuel for long term boondocking.
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Francesca Knowles
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It sort of depends on where you're going, and-
When you say "full time boondocking" do you mean you're going to be living out there all the time?
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I have a Honda eu2000i generator I bought from Wise Sales. Also have a Viar 12vdc air compressor that is fairly heavy duty.
If you had a toyhauler trailer it would take care of your water needs with 100+ gallon tank, it would have a built-in generator, it would have a fuel station with pump for extra fuel and could easily carry your motorcycle without bumper adapters to carry a 400lb bike on it. Toyhaulers are designed for boondocking and make it easy to carry a motorcycle.
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Stream'n
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The toy hauler sounds perfect in terms of space however mine is a regular 27' trailer. I am checking with Ford to get an estimate on installing their largest stock fuel tank or a Titam 50 gal. tank. Some Ford dealers will not install an aftermarket unless they have a pre-agreement with the Co. on warranty and I do not want to screw up my warranty. But I will have this truck a long time and so I really do need a bigger tank. Once I solve this problem then water will be the main priority. i would like to put a 'bladder' in a rack on top of the cab however weight and safety would be the main factors. I do want to find a good water filter and pump. So far I have not found a big selection to choose.
Yes! I plan on living out there all the time. I will travel mainly in the west. I plan on dry-camping for 4-6 weeks at a time before I restock, etc. however even that depends on how remote I find myself and how much I like the view : ) We will see. I can conserve. My trailer water tank is 54 gallons. I would probably need another 54 gallons AND do some major conservation to stay for one month. I would like to have an option of 4-6 weeks. I have considered installing a compost toilet and changing out the black water tank for another fresh water tank. Try bringing that conversation up with your local dealer. " You got to be nuts" is the expression on their face. It would not be entirely for the extra water! But I need to research that idea a lot more before I bring it up with anyone! I will probably wait on the motocycle until I get some camping under my belt and see how the rest of this fits the plan. But thanks for the bike ideas. It will need to be in the enduro catagory.
Thanks for the feedback!
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Francesca Knowles
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I'm sure I'm in the minority, but I think the idea of ditching the black tank in favor of more water capacity is brilliant, especially if you're single.
Not to put too fine a point on it, but especially out in the real boonies, men can easily take care of at least half their "business" just about anywhere, and the other half can be accommodated by use of a porta-potty.
Porta-potty management is MUCH easier than that of the black tank.
One caveat on that point, though...you ought to keep that tank somewhere so if you decide to sell the rig it'll be available to the next buyer.
I'll be following this project with interest!
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Stream'n
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Waste management is a major consideration. I am exploring all of this with it in mind to leave no footprint.
There are other threads which cover this. I believe that with the right preparation and care an area can be left in the natural pristine condition it was found. I will need to take my trash out.
Again, thanks for all your input. I am still waiting on information about whether or not I can convert my tanks out if I get a NH toilet. Measurement wise it is more complex than anticipated. And because my truck is a short bed it does not look like I will be able to carry the enduro bike I need. I could place it on a front rack on the truck however think it to be too unstable i.e. the bike weighs almost 300 lbs.
You guys are right about the toyhauler however that might have to wait a few years for a trade. In the meanwhile I will work on how to carry more water. A long bed truck would have worked fine. Live and learn!
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