Great walk around video, an older Canadian couple down here in Az for the winter said to us at boat Ramp" Walk the Ramp" always....that day the boat launch on our side was missing and our trailer dropper off and damaged the the tire& rim, so I'll never forget "Walk the Ramp"! Prep for all scenarios! Safe travels!

I don't know how the tabs are on those new style vents but the older models you can use a manual awning rod to flip up and down the tabs without use of a ladder. I prefer manual awnings so I will always have the tool around although it's useful for other things as well.

Hey there haven't seen a video on your 1st trip with your 1150 on your f450 and towing your jeep behind you . Would like to hear that all went .thanks

I drilled a small hole in the jack plates on bottom that i connect a small wire with a carabiner to the hole then the other end i made a loop with a carabiner which connects anywhere u can this will prevent a jack from ever failing and coming down when u are driving

Enjoyed the video. Safe travels.

Nice set up. Your mechanic experience comes in handy. I’ve got a 2008 GMC 3500 dually diesel. Just had the brakes done and mechanic found a mouse nest in the air filter which screwed up the DPF filter regeneration. All good now. Our 2022 Lance 1172 should be coming this month hopefully. It’s a heavy camper too around 5000 lbs wet. Safe travels 👍🇨🇦

Nice setup.....

When you consider the rickety sh_t going down the highway the issue will never be a meticulous guy like you that has mastered the rv setup to a tee. Rather the focus is largely you driving parameter...people passing, oncoming, wildlife, road conditions...two sets of eyes these days in terms of defense driving. First rate set, excellent advice.

Wow what a rig. Good info on the pre-trip. Is it the camera or is there a bit of truck sag even prior to loading the Land Cruiser, and do you need any additional suspension for all of that, like air bags?

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

Truck sags about an inch. Still high though on the rear. No suspension mods.

Curious why you decided to upgrade from the 990 to the 1150? We’ve had a 11ft camper before and I’ve been considering a 9ft camper for less hangover.

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

After the 990 was written off (see my Bigfoot video) I bought an 11 foot old Bigfoot and really enjoyed the extra space. With the height of the F450 the hangover doesn’t seem to be an issue.

Just woundering about your weights? Are you within your trucks GVWR all loaded down? Some details of that in your follow up video would be interesting. Beautiful camper and great land cruiser. Thanks & safe travels.

@darrylg7600

2 жыл бұрын

I’m over 10’000 lbs under the gcvw. And with 19.5 tires the rear axle is 16’000, and I’m and a long ways from that as well. The truck handled excellent on the way down to the Black hills. Will post a follow up when I return.

@TKGP67

2 жыл бұрын

@@darrylg7600 Thanks for the reply. I own a 06 350 DRW and my payload is about 5k. (13k GVWR) I’m looking to a double/triple slide camper and they’ll max that out dry. The 450’s of your year listed at about 5300 payload but much higher towing. My understanding is that if I’m over GVWR and have an accident our insurance won’t cover so I’ve been looking to 450/550 4500/5500’s cab and chassis because they have approx 16k/19k GVWR respectively. Which is why I was asking. GCVW is fine as long as your payload, including tongue weight, is within your GVWR. Glad it’s working for you and maybe your insurance is different from BC. Thanks!

@darrylg7600

2 жыл бұрын

@@TKGP67 the sticker on the camper reads 3874 lbs

@skoffco

Жыл бұрын

@@darrylg7600 how does your F450 have a 16,000 pound rear axle? My rear axle on my 2022F 450 is 9,900. Your gross vehicle weight rating is 14,000. It is in the same class as the F350 14,000 gross vehicle weight rating.

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

@@skoffco Ford rates it like that to keep it a class 3 truck. Bigger inner axles, brakes and 19.5 wheels are in a far different class.

Are you using a sheet of plywood in the bed of your truck to gain a tad bit more bed rail clearance?

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

No, just the rubber bed mat

Is it possible to haul both the camper and travel trailer 10K?

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

Yes but you may need a hitch extension

What is the available payload on your truck versus the weight with loaded camper and trailer? Must be close to limits.

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

The tires are nearly 4000 lbs each at 110 psi so lots of room left.

I have the same truck with a northern lite and was curious about the tongue Jack on your trailer. Do you remove it or does it swivel out of the way? Thanks Ps I’m also a Landcruiser guy 78 fj 40

@darrylg7600

7 ай бұрын

I pull it off the front and attach it to the rear of the trailer. The trailer has multiple points for the jack to attach to.

@bhager1945

7 ай бұрын

Ok thanks

We finally got our 2022 Ford 450 dually and 2023 Artic Fox 1150, curious to know what your total gross weight is?

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

Right around 15000 lbs

@lauramccrory703

Жыл бұрын

@@darrylg7600 we we're concerned about weighing over 14,000

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

@@lauramccrory703 With 19.5s you have plenty of margin.

@lauramccrory703

Жыл бұрын

@@darrylg7600 perfect, thanks for such a quick response

My 2020 450 says max air is 90 psi in front and 80 psi in back . Seems like you are way over air pressure.

@darrylg7600

7 ай бұрын

The HSR’s on my truck are either 110 or 120 psi. I can’t remember if they are G or H rated. Either way they’re good for 4000 or around 4200 pounds per tire. I think you are looking at the owners manual for recommended tire pressures. I usually only run 85 in the back with just the camper.

@cwtex59

7 ай бұрын

@@darrylg7600 Yes suggested pressure 90 front / 80 back on the cab sticker. I know that’s what I run and when pulling my 24k 40 foot 5thwheel in the Texas heat the pressure will rise to 110 in for and around 98 in back tires . Don’t think I would want to ru any higher than what is suggested max .

@darrylg7600

7 ай бұрын

@@cwtex59 yes you should always account for heat. However I live in the frozen north and even on a sunny day I have yet to measure an increase worth worrying about. I use a laser temp gauge as it’s so easy.

@darrylg7600

7 ай бұрын

@@cwtex59 You do know that tire pressure is measured cold?

@cwtex59

7 ай бұрын

@@darrylg7600 Yes , I’m well aware. Still I’m hesitant to go over suggested pressure. I’ve seen pressure rise and temperatures go way up traveling in well over 100 degree temperatures. So I like to go more on the safe side but still have enough pressure for the load .

Why don't you tow your Toyota 4 down instead of trailering? Your truck is sure squatting.

@darrylg7600

5 ай бұрын

Truck is still high out back when I put a 6 ft level in the camper or on a running board. I need to trailer as I’ve broken axles and transfer cases, birfields and what not.

Your set up could be catastrophic, with speed you have no steering and if you turn too quickly make sure you're buckled in. This is a redickyouless set up.

@darrylg7600

Жыл бұрын

Lol!