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Meet Billie Holiday
I was pulling for Charlie Parker was outvoted by my wife and kids!
I've been lurking here for a few months now learning about these amazing campers. We really loved the idea of the clamshell for cooking outside but also really needed the extra clearance for boondocking in our Colorado mountains on the weekends! I didn't think the pitched axle was a possibility on the CS-S until I read a post on this awesome forum that a dealer a couple hours away orders them standard on all his 320s. He happened to have one 2018 CS-S left on his lot. Added the Pahaque add-a-room tent and we were good to go. We then decided to do a quick shake down trip of 4000 miles, 12 states and 2 countries with me, my wife Katie, our boys Miles (8), Coltrane (4) and Ella the Silver Lab (she matches the [email protected] nicely). Used our 2013 Durango as TV ...Boulder to Saratoga Springs, NY for a small Jazzfest where Katie and I met 16 years ago (thus the Jazz theme in our family). We saw MT Rushmore, camped in a great little state park in the UP right on the Lake, 2 nights in Ontario, Niagara Falls, the Adirondacks...an amazing Maiden Voyage. We saw a couple Outback 320s, a cool new 400 and followed two ladies and their rented [email protected] half way through South Dakota...everyone was super friendly.
Billie pulled like a dream behind the 5.7 HEMI but the real test was pulling it up into the mountains with my highly modified 2003 Jeep Rubicon. The main reason we went with [email protected] was to stay under the 2000 lb limit of the Wrangler. I read hours of posts on this forum and jeep forums and was finally comfortable that it could be done. Added a Prodigy P2 brake controller and a Reese friction sway hitch in an abundance of caution and safe driving practices. The first two trips were up to the Indian Peaks up 10%-13% roads and she did great...rock solid and never over 4000 rpm...we dragged Billie over roots, rocks and puddles to a secluded dispersed site we have been tenting in for years with no problem.
On the road trip east we had a few soggy campsites where we all just squeezed in the [email protected] bed with Ella on the floor. It was tight but we are not large people so it was fine. But when we add the Pahaque tent and a queen inflatable for the boys it is truly spacious.
I haven't camped in a trailer in almost 40 years and have never owned one. Learning all the ins and outs of the systems has been a steep learning curve but has been made easy thanks to all the people that share there knowledge on this forum. We can't wait for our next adventures.
Camp-on!
Boulderjay
I've been lurking here for a few months now learning about these amazing campers. We really loved the idea of the clamshell for cooking outside but also really needed the extra clearance for boondocking in our Colorado mountains on the weekends! I didn't think the pitched axle was a possibility on the CS-S until I read a post on this awesome forum that a dealer a couple hours away orders them standard on all his 320s. He happened to have one 2018 CS-S left on his lot. Added the Pahaque add-a-room tent and we were good to go. We then decided to do a quick shake down trip of 4000 miles, 12 states and 2 countries with me, my wife Katie, our boys Miles (8), Coltrane (4) and Ella the Silver Lab (she matches the [email protected] nicely). Used our 2013 Durango as TV ...Boulder to Saratoga Springs, NY for a small Jazzfest where Katie and I met 16 years ago (thus the Jazz theme in our family). We saw MT Rushmore, camped in a great little state park in the UP right on the Lake, 2 nights in Ontario, Niagara Falls, the Adirondacks...an amazing Maiden Voyage. We saw a couple Outback 320s, a cool new 400 and followed two ladies and their rented [email protected] half way through South Dakota...everyone was super friendly.
Billie pulled like a dream behind the 5.7 HEMI but the real test was pulling it up into the mountains with my highly modified 2003 Jeep Rubicon. The main reason we went with [email protected] was to stay under the 2000 lb limit of the Wrangler. I read hours of posts on this forum and jeep forums and was finally comfortable that it could be done. Added a Prodigy P2 brake controller and a Reese friction sway hitch in an abundance of caution and safe driving practices. The first two trips were up to the Indian Peaks up 10%-13% roads and she did great...rock solid and never over 4000 rpm...we dragged Billie over roots, rocks and puddles to a secluded dispersed site we have been tenting in for years with no problem.
On the road trip east we had a few soggy campsites where we all just squeezed in the [email protected] bed with Ella on the floor. It was tight but we are not large people so it was fine. But when we add the Pahaque tent and a queen inflatable for the boys it is truly spacious.
I haven't camped in a trailer in almost 40 years and have never owned one. Learning all the ins and outs of the systems has been a steep learning curve but has been made easy thanks to all the people that share there knowledge on this forum. We can't wait for our next adventures.
Camp-on!
Boulderjay
Re: Post up some shots of your [email protected] set-up at the camp site! Part 2
New awning came in the mail, so I set up in the driveway. Hope this is ok!
Re: Post up some shots of your [email protected] set-up at the camp site! Part 2
our first trip with our new TAB 400 to Folly Beach SC, James Island Campground, Jan, 18'
Verna’s new 2019 [email protected] 400 Boondock Lite
Yes, I broke down, ordered a 2019 [email protected] 400 Boondock Lite. I took possession yesterday, camping in it last night.
My plan is to sell my house, get rid of about 2/3rds of my possessions (pretty much already done), move the rest into a storage garage and travel full time in the [email protected] 400 for about 5 years. I figure it will take that long to really investigate all of the 49 continental states and the Canadian provinces and camp in all of them. I’m starting a new map for the 400.
I haven’t found anything I didn’t like about the 400...except I do need to read more about unhitching it. I’ll get it, trust me, I’ll get it done.
I did special order the [email protected] 400, ordering the simple single red line decal on the sides. I just really was not interested in the black geometric designs, and I love this simple design.
I have a 19” TV with built-in DVD player in the sitting/dining area because I just can’t watch TV from bed. I still have the 24” TV in the bedroom, but it won’t be used as much as the 19”. Also, while boondocking, the Jenson entertainment center is an energy hog, while a TV with a built-in DVD player isn’t.
I also ordered the 200 watt flexible Zamp solar package with a 30 amp solar controller. It has been working very well, keeping the 2-way fridge running very cold.
I had the factory install the Progressive Industries Surge Protection with EMS. It works! It sure seemed strange not to connect the portable Surge Protector to the pedestal first, but I’ll be better off with this system.
The Victron Battery Meter with the Bluetooth Dingle hasn’t been set up yet, but I’ll get “round tuit” over the next few days.
I absolutely love the Fantastic Fan 10 speed with remote! I used it last night after the Cool Cat got the temps down to the upper 70’s from almost 100* inside. I left the FF on all night on medium and it was so quiet—it’s a joy to have.
It sure made it easier for the factory to install the AeroFlo vent cover for the FF—I really, really had to stretch to get the [email protected]’s AeroFlow on it 3 years ago, and the [email protected] 400 is 12” wider.
While I haven’t taken photos of the insides....except my wonderful neighbors clowning around in it tonight...I have taken photos of the outside (they did not come in the order I wanted them, but it’s OK):
Taken this evening in my driveway.
The driver’s side from my driveway
A campground last night in Ohio
Last night in Ohio
My wonderful neighbors who put my trash out for me whenever I’m gone, regardless of whether there is anything in the 96 Gallon container or not! They also get my mail and call me if sometime might be amiss.
Yesterday in front of the nüCamp factory
Look closely. Mt [email protected] S Max is in the background as I take a photo of my new [email protected] 400 Boondock Lite.
At a campground in Ohio last night.
My plan is to sell my house, get rid of about 2/3rds of my possessions (pretty much already done), move the rest into a storage garage and travel full time in the [email protected] 400 for about 5 years. I figure it will take that long to really investigate all of the 49 continental states and the Canadian provinces and camp in all of them. I’m starting a new map for the 400.
I haven’t found anything I didn’t like about the 400...except I do need to read more about unhitching it. I’ll get it, trust me, I’ll get it done.
I did special order the [email protected] 400, ordering the simple single red line decal on the sides. I just really was not interested in the black geometric designs, and I love this simple design.
I have a 19” TV with built-in DVD player in the sitting/dining area because I just can’t watch TV from bed. I still have the 24” TV in the bedroom, but it won’t be used as much as the 19”. Also, while boondocking, the Jenson entertainment center is an energy hog, while a TV with a built-in DVD player isn’t.
I also ordered the 200 watt flexible Zamp solar package with a 30 amp solar controller. It has been working very well, keeping the 2-way fridge running very cold.
I had the factory install the Progressive Industries Surge Protection with EMS. It works! It sure seemed strange not to connect the portable Surge Protector to the pedestal first, but I’ll be better off with this system.
The Victron Battery Meter with the Bluetooth Dingle hasn’t been set up yet, but I’ll get “round tuit” over the next few days.
I absolutely love the Fantastic Fan 10 speed with remote! I used it last night after the Cool Cat got the temps down to the upper 70’s from almost 100* inside. I left the FF on all night on medium and it was so quiet—it’s a joy to have.
It sure made it easier for the factory to install the AeroFlo vent cover for the FF—I really, really had to stretch to get the [email protected]’s AeroFlow on it 3 years ago, and the [email protected] 400 is 12” wider.
While I haven’t taken photos of the insides....except my wonderful neighbors clowning around in it tonight...I have taken photos of the outside (they did not come in the order I wanted them, but it’s OK):
Taken this evening in my driveway.
The driver’s side from my driveway
A campground last night in Ohio
Last night in Ohio
My wonderful neighbors who put my trash out for me whenever I’m gone, regardless of whether there is anything in the 96 Gallon container or not! They also get my mail and call me if sometime might be amiss.
Yesterday in front of the nüCamp factory
Look closely. Mt [email protected] S Max is in the background as I take a photo of my new [email protected] 400 Boondock Lite.
At a campground in Ohio last night.
Re: Maddmike’s new 400
So, three-night camping trip with the three dogs and the baby was successful.
First of all, I want to give props to my little Mazda CX-9. The little turbocharged I4 pulled this thing up steep mountain roads with no issue. Always had plenty of power and easy to pass when needed. Coming down the from the mountains I was afraid of brakes overheating but had no issue on the very windy roads into and out of Cashiers, NC. This is really the little engine that could. I kept my speed (on the highway not the mountain passes) between 60-17mph and averaged about 13mpg.
The 400 performed flawlessly. The campground we stayed at had much to be desired in the facilities department so all showers were in the 400. We were happy with the space and were very comfortable. Dogs had their space inside and were in the clam outside when we were not hiking. Overall it was a great weekend and Stella got to spend her first birthday. We actually stored her cake in the microwave.
Nothing exciting to report as everything functioned as it should and we had a beautiful getaway. Overall, everything was perfect and we are in love with our new camper. The front area usually stayed in the couch configuration where I could chill and read as baby and mommy napped. We think the 400 is the perfect size for us and our family
So, here are some pictures.
Re: Liz's Memorial Service
Thought I'd post this up. This Thursday, my youngest son & I will be heading to Swan Lake with some great friends. The purpose of this trip is to fulfill Liz's wishes & spread her ashes at the lake. I can say at this point I'm anxious, apprehensive, happy, sad, and a whole array of feelings that are hard to describe. I made a promise to her a long time ago that, in fact both of us wished to have our ashes spread there. I'm glad I will be in good company to make this event happen. She will be in good company there, as a LOT of our friends have been put to rest there as well. God speed Liz, you'll be in a happy place! 
Re: Frame cracks where tongue bolts to frame
Just an update to this problem. We just put on another 2000 miles on some pretty rough roads on our way to Tearstock. I am happy to report there is know change in the cracks from when I first noticed them. Still no cracks on the passenger side.
Re: Post up some shots of your [email protected] set-up at the camp site! Part 2
Decided at the last minute yesterday morning to take the camper to our closest KOA, Decatur/Wheeler KOA, Hillsboro, AL
1 hour from deciding to go to packed and hitched up.
Site P19, Water, Electric, Lakeside, two level site.
Hubby doesn't camp, but this was close enough that he came over to cook and do a little fishing
Sunset View
As I said, "little" fishing
For an extra $5, they let us stay until 7pm today. Really nice folks. The place can use a little bit of work. For example, the rails on the steps were pretty loose, but the lake front makes up for some of it.
1 hour from deciding to go to packed and hitched up.
Site P19, Water, Electric, Lakeside, two level site.
Hubby doesn't camp, but this was close enough that he came over to cook and do a little fishing
Sunset View
As I said, "little" fishing
For an extra $5, they let us stay until 7pm today. Really nice folks. The place can use a little bit of work. For example, the rails on the steps were pretty loose, but the lake front makes up for some of it.
Re: R-Pod PahaQue Visor???
Note on the above camp, NFS campground, $5 ($2.50) a day, with outhouse @ 8000' on "A" Yellowstone Creek just south of Kings Peak in Utah, 9 miles of dirt road. Stay there for 4 nights (Thur-Mon), not a single other camper, just some fly fishing visitors on the lake below. Using 1 gallon of propane and hardly any water from the [email protected] but did go thru 6 gallons of drinking water. Gray/black water were about 1/3 full when we left, nattery lasted without any signs of use really, appeared to be fully charge by the end of the day and was @ 12.4vdc in the mornings.
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