Refurbishing The Avion Truck Camper Fiberglass Pan
Most of the Avion's exterior is aluminum. But, the very base of the camper, hanging off the truck bed, is
RV Trailer Lights: Rewiring Brake, Clearance, and License Plate Lights
Towing a trailer or large load requires special safety concerns when on the road. While specific requirements may vary by
Replacing Rotten Truck Camper Floor
Ladies and gentlemen, the floor of the truck camper is not pretty. After years of patches and general neglect, it
Replacing Rotten Truck Camper Wings
No, when I say "wings" there aren't any feathers involved. The wings of a truck camper form the portion of
Galvanic Corrosion In Vintage Campers
Do you have a vintage Airstream, Avion, Spartan, or another aluminum-bodied camper? Ever noticed screw heads covered in rust or
Roam Lab’s Campfire Gumbo
There are so many ways to cook a gumbo. Some are regional. Some are familial. Mine is practical. After traveling
Fiberglass, Resins, and Other Material Lessons Learned
When renovating a truck camper (or any camper) weight is key. Sure, wood and other classic materials are aesthetically pleasing,
Avion Ultra Truck Camper Floor Plan
We have looked at a lot of truck campers. Like any home search, there are things we love and things we dislike. One of the many appealing aspects of the Avion is its layout. There is a large table, wide open space, and a dedicated bathroom. But there is a major problem: a lot of the wooden fixtures are rotten. So, we are pulling everything out and starting from scratch. When one starts from scratch, the floor plan starts to change.
Boondocking Power
An important part in optimizing one's electrical system for boondocking is knowing what one's consumptions will be. If one already
Charging A Laptop on 12 Volts
I bought my MacBook Air back in 2013 because it was lightweight and had a long battery life. Yet, no matter how long that battery life may be, it's never going to be long enough to not require recharging while on the road. Which brings up a dilemma: how do we charge our computers while boondocking?