Anyone slept or lived in an aluminum commercial truck camper?
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Hey everybody, |
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Luther- |
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To me, it looks full of expensive and easy to sell tools. That would make it even more break in prone than a typical climber setup. |
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I was thinking about the mesh guard too, then I got to thinking maybe they'd just smash the fiberglass... I edited the post but I was thinking one without windows (but with flaps you could open to ventilation). It's a good point that people might see the commercial setup and think expensive tools.. I'm planning on living out of it for a while, just trying to figure out what makes sense. Wouldn't wanna lose my rack, computer, backpacking gear, camping gear, etc.. |
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If someone wants to jack your shit, they will. Sometimes thieves will pass yours to get to someone else who looks like less effort but eventually they'll come to you. |
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nicelegs wrote:If someone wants to jack your shit, they will. Sometimes thieves will pass yours to get to someone else who looks like less effort but eventually they'll come to you. This could include your cheap factory stereo, catalytic converter, or your stuff in the shell. You can't stop them every time. Truly, what you need to do is get the setup you are most comfortable in and get good renters insurance. In the long run, you'll probably be happier than trying to turn your truck into a fortress.Agreed, get the insurance and stop worrying. The insurance is cheaper than adding defenses to your truck anyway. |
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yep, the thief fuckers will steal the whole rig if they want it enough. insurance is the biggest piece of mind right after covering all the goods up and keeping them out of sight of the average crackhead |
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Looked into renter's insurance and it's way cheaper than I'd imagine, my auto insurance company (AIS/Mercury) said theirs is $120 a year. Definitely gonna go that route, as long as everything checks out and the policy covers it. Thanks for thoughts everyone. I hate having so many bills as it is so I might not've looked without the suggestion. $10 a month is way worth it though. |
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I had a fiberglass cap on my truck but never slept in it more then a couple nights. I think the coldest I dealt with was in the 20's with a walmart special sleeping bag. It sucked big time but knowing what i do now about cold weather bags I would try it again. |
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With renters insurance, double check that they don't have limits on any particular items that you have (computers, jewelry, technology, outdoor gear, etc.) If they do, you can usually just submit documentation of what you have and pay a couple extra bucks a month to get full coverage for it. Most policies dont have a limit on climbing gear/outdoor gear, but some may. |
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Thanks mbakerwh, definitely will. Sorry bout the jewelry, glad they left the toys at least. |
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mbakerwh wrote:With renters insurance, double check that they don't have limits on any particular items that you have (computers, jewelry, technology, outdoor gear, etc.) If they do, you can usually just submit documentation of what you have and pay a couple extra bucks a month to get full coverage for it. Most policies dont have a limit on climbing gear/outdoor gear, but some may. Our rear house window got smashed in and the fuckers took about 4k worth of jewelry from my fiance earlier this year (everything she'd ever bought or received as a gift since 7th grade). Our insurance only covered 3k of it. So that kinda sucked. Luckily they left the trad rack, our new AT setups, two sets of avy gear, ropes, etc. Just something to look out for!Also check to ensure they cover full replacement value and not depreciated value. Depreciated value is worthless and doesent even come close to what's need to actually replace your stuff. Also take a photo of your stuff for proof you own it unless you have receipts for everything (no one does). |
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M.J. Pulvorizers wrote: Why the heck would you have 4 k worth of jewelry in your van?"Our rear house window got smashed in and the fuckers took about 4k worth of jewelry" Renters insurance is designed for your apartment/ rented house, not your van. It just happens that they cover your crap anywhere in the world which includes your car, but it's not designed for your car. If you dident have an address and said your car was your house, you couldent get renters insurance. Best you could do at at that point is inland marine insurance, but you have to have a business to qualify. |
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A system with full lenght drawers and a locking tail gate adds a little bit of extra security that's what I've done in my tundra. |
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I have since the 70's. Use double bubble Radiant barrier to insulate. It will keep you cool in summer and warm in winter. Glue a piece of ridged foam board to half inch ply to put down in bed of truck create thermal break. I had some success with insulated tempered glass too, its harder to bust out. If you are really going to live in it trim it out all kinds of ways to make it efficient and home for over the years. |
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I've owned and used an aluminum topper with a sleeper platform for years. It would without a doubt be very easy to break into; there is a "lock" on the latch that closes the back hatch, but you could literally just give it a good hard tug to break in. |
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I was planning on making a list of my gear and taking pictures. I'll definitely check whether its depreciated value. From the brief fact-finding call I made, insurance said I'd definitely be covered in the vehicle, even on a long road trip. Thankfully I've used my dad's address for the last few years as I've been travelling for work and got tired of changing addresses. I'll update after I talk with insurance more. |
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M.J. Pulvorizers wrote: Go with the high rise.... Keepsakes and sentimental will have to be down to a bare minimum. I can't even keep all my hats because of space! :) which is OK because of how much less clutter you will have. So much easier! I'm happy to hear more and more people choose life on the road.And the scales tip further... haha. It does seem like it'd be a lot easier to legitimately live in it. If I can resell my current camper for 500 or so that'd help. Guess I need to figure out the weight and cost difference between and aluminum and fiberglass and go from there. Aluminum has some nice options for hanging stuff though.. Mostly I have a little black book of drunken ramblings and whatnot that I'd be sad to lose.. Maybe I'll just take pictures. I'm pretty damn excited to get on the road too, its been in the works for way too long, time to pull the trigger. March 1st! |
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I've had an ARE aluminum commercial topper on my last two trucks. They come in various heights. Get the felt liner to reduce condensation when sleeping in it. |