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SidecarFlip

SE Michigan

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Posted: 04/19/17 02:08pm

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I might add that I run HappyJac tie downs. When I bought my Lance a long time ago, TorqLift wasn't even around (or thought of) so it was HappyJac or zip. I've always been happy with mine and I've never had issue one (other than replacing 2 of their tie downs that rusted pretty bad).

Hauled by big HS Lance all over the United States with them, on road and off road with no issues at all and now they secure my Palomino. Always have been very happy with their tie down system, It's quite a bit cheaper cost wise than the TorqLift and it's easier to install plus you never have to get under the truck to remove the system and I have never run a bed mat. I have a Rhino Lined bed and and thats all and the camper(s) have never shifted, even off road. Maybe I'm an exception but it's been a non -issue for me over the last 15 years or so.

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1997 Ford 7.3 OBS 4x4 CC LB

languiduck

Suffolk, VA In a van down by the river

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Posted: 04/20/17 07:11am

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Thanks for the tips! The fridge on mine already had a fan, not sure if that was added my the PO or what. But it cools great. I do have a gas stove burner and that suits me. Most of my camping is primitive so things like microwaves and a/c units are of no use to me either.
One of the benefits of the new top is all the lights are LED, so I'm good there. Just need to add a shower wand outside. There's no hot water tank so I just need one line teed in.

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Palomino Bronco 800

SidecarFlip

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Posted: 04/20/17 10:23am

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Far as I'm concerned, it's a good value for the money. There are nicer ones out there for a lot more money.

Being retired though, money can be an issue at times...