jat4 wrote:
Pulled the trigger on the new Dodge today--this is it. 2018 model, 4wd, 6.4L Hemi, crew cab long box. A decent number of optional features as well.
And have my wife accompanying me to New Hampshire this weekend to go camper shopping. Wish us luck.
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p.s. I just want to add my thanks to everyone who has participated in this thread, you all have really helped me think through the process and zero in on what I am really looking for, both truck-wise and camper-wise. so thanks again.
Pulled the trigger on the new Dodge today--this is it. 2018 model, 4wd, 6.4L Hemi, crew cab long box. A decent number of optional features as well.
And have my wife accompanying me to New Hampshire this weekend to go camper shopping. Wish us luck.
p.s. I just want to add my thanks to everyone who has participated in this thread, you all have really helped me think through the process and zero in on what I am really looking for, both truck-wise and camper-wise. so thanks again.
Not a FCA person but nice truck....
Time to go camper shopping now....
Have fun.....
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GeoBoy wrote:
Did you get the 3500? Have fun shopping.
Did you get the 3500? Have fun shopping.
I looked with a magnifying glass... It's a 3500 Heavy Duty... Leaf springs out back...
GeoBoy wrote:
Did you get the 3500? TC warehouse has a nice Northstar SC 950 in stock. Have fun shopping.
Did you get the 3500? TC warehouse has a nice Northstar SC 950 in stock. Have fun shopping.
SidecarFlip wrote:
I looked with a magnifying glass... It's a 3500 Heavy Duty... Leaf springs out back...
GeoBoy wrote:
Did you get the 3500? Have fun shopping.
Did you get the 3500? Have fun shopping.
I looked with a magnifying glass... It's a 3500 Heavy Duty... Leaf springs out back...
oops, guess I forgot that little detail . . . but fun to keep you all guessing.
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yes, that 950sc is exactly the one we're looking at, but I'm hoping they still have the sold 850sc (or another one) on the lot just for comparison. My concern is mostly with the extra foot of rear overhang if I'm driving mostly offroad trails . . . or is that less of an issue given the long box? obviously more room and more storage is a good thing that would offset the overhang. thoughts?
2018 Ram 3500 srw crew 3.73 4x4 6.4L Hemi
2018 Northstar 850sc
2008 Jayco 26L, Reese HP DC WD hitch
2006 Dodge Ram 2500 mega 3.73 4x4 5.9L Cummins, Prodigy, MOPAR power tow mirrors (traded)
2000 F-150 V8 5.4L, Reese Brakeman (died)
Definitely my preference,
Putting 10-ply tires on half ton trucks since aught-four.
2017 Ford F-350, crewcab, 4x4, 6.7 diesel.
2016 Thunderjet Luxor 21' limited edition, Yamaha powered.
2016 Wolf Creek 840-SOLD, Arctic Fox 990 ordered.
How do folks feel about roof racks? reason I ask is we have done a lot of hunting in northern Maine over the years, and up there you need to bring two or even three spare tires to deal with the inevitable flat tires. The camper roof seems like the only place to carry a couple of extra full size spare tires.
New truck is in the driveway as we speak, and guess what . . . it has ICY COLD AIR CONDITIONING. I had almost forgotten what that feels like.
mkirsch wrote:
Only overhanging by a foot, your truck's rear bumper will hit the ground long before the camper on any terrain you can traverse with a stock pickup truck.
Only overhanging by a foot, your truck's rear bumper will hit the ground long before the camper on any terrain you can traverse with a stock pickup truck.
True, but it adds weight. All the 950's I've seen (in pictures) are on dually's.
His primary goal is offroad camping. When camping offroad, especially on unimproved 2 tracks and seasonal access, weight is a consideration. I know, thats all I do.
Nice camper (950) anyway, minus the antique roof system.
jat4 wrote:
Appreciate the continued advice. Ryan Penney emailed back from TCW to say their only 850sc is going out tomorrow, we won't be there until Sunday, so we're not going to do a side by side comparison. That 950sc is sold but doesn't go out until November, so we'll be able to take a good look at that. He has more 850sc models on order, if we were to go with the 950sc I imagine we could simply fill out a build sheet and order one, that way we'd get exactly the features we want.
How do folks feel about roof racks? reason I ask is we have done a lot of hunting in northern Maine over the years, and up there you need to bring two or even three spare tires to deal with the inevitable flat tires. The camper roof seems like the only place to carry a couple of extra full size spare tires.
New truck is in the driveway as we speak, and guess what . . . it has ICY COLD AIR CONDITIONING. I had almost forgotten what that feels like.
Appreciate the continued advice. Ryan Penney emailed back from TCW to say their only 850sc is going out tomorrow, we won't be there until Sunday, so we're not going to do a side by side comparison. That 950sc is sold but doesn't go out until November, so we'll be able to take a good look at that. He has more 850sc models on order, if we were to go with the 950sc I imagine we could simply fill out a build sheet and order one, that way we'd get exactly the features we want.
How do folks feel about roof racks? reason I ask is we have done a lot of hunting in northern Maine over the years, and up there you need to bring two or even three spare tires to deal with the inevitable flat tires. The camper roof seems like the only place to carry a couple of extra full size spare tires.
New truck is in the driveway as we speak, and guess what . . . it has ICY COLD AIR CONDITIONING. I had almost forgotten what that feels like.
You need to check the capacity of the roof and lift system to ascertain that. I'm sure a call to Northstar will get you that data. Keep on mind that if you get roof air, that will decrease the capacity of the roof by 100 pounds.
I think, If I was you, I'd add a front receiver and spare tire mount there, versus the camper roof. That gives you 2. One under the truck and one on front.
Interesting you get flats in Main. My good friend in Northern Maine hunts from his TC and never has a flat issue.
Think I'd keep the roof clean and available for hauling field dressed game instead.
You know that you can buy direct from R.C. Willett in Iowa? That way you can custom spec what you want and they will do the mounts and set the unit at the factory....
One option you'll want is their bunk ladder. Getting older means less mobility and the ladder allows much easier access to the cabin over bunk. I almost bought one for my Palomino but got a Top Line instead.
Keep in mind your camper weights and where you plan on going. Myself, I'd get the 850 because it's lighter. Lighter means more 'stuff' capacity and less suspension issues and modifications.