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@Beach - I agree, Arkansas is a great place to explore. Can't wait to go back. The generator is the 2000 watt Yamaha EF2000iSv2, which is capable of running the 9200 BTU Coleman Mach Polar Cub if necessary. They seem to work pretty well together. The generator goes to max rpm when the AC kicks...

Haha. That bumper is one of my favorite things about the truck. I don't think I would have chosen that one, but I really like having it on there now. A lot of the oil companies install them on trucks stationed in areas with high deer/elk populations. The thing is pretty stout...

We've only spent 14 nights in the camper, but we absolutely love it so far. The toilet, shower, and AC make it much more usable in the area we currently live. Storage capacity under the bed is a huge plus. It's one of the reasons we bought this camper. All of our gear fits in there, eliminating...

We took a weekend trip to the Ouachita National Forest in western Arkansas. I thought you all would enjoy some of the pictures. Our build is pretty basic. The truck is a retired oilfield vehicle. Poor industry conditions forced a number of them onto the market last year. The Ranch Hand...

Thanks for everybody's feedback. We ended up buying a Northstar 850SC without insulation. We spent the first night in the seller's heated barn, so temperature wasn't an issue. Second night, we stayed in Mark Twain State Park in NE Missouri. Temperature got down to 33F, but we were connected...

Found one. Thanks for your help and feedback.

What do you all think is a reasonable price range for a 2011 Northstar 850SC? NADA shows $10,450 as an average retail price. I have a lead on what appears to be a pretty clean one. Has AC and an awning. Plan to take a look next weekend. Thanks!

1991 Hallmark 9.5' ($250) - Boulder http://boulder.craigslist.org/rvs/5925978058.html CL ad says it is going to scrap after the new year if nobody wants it. For $250, it might make a good project.

Those Northern Lites are really nice. Here's an '05 Bigfoot made for a short bed. The price is right, but it's in southern Utah. Not a bad thing, really. Northern Utah is getting dumped on. You can hit the SLC resorts on your way down from Canada...

These things must be really sweet. I can only find one used 650 in the US. It's in Mesa, AZ. http://www.rvtrader.com/dealers/Tom%27s-Camperland-2927034/listing/2016-Lance-650-120466814 Searchtempest only shows one 650 listed on craigslist. It's in Portland. Brand new, but cheaper than the...

Wow. Did you go with dual controls?

Nice. That one looks like its been cared for. It's a long haul from me, but worth a call. I assume I'll have to put some bags on mine at a minimum. The install process looks fairly straight forward. Plus, if you get the big compressor, it looks like you can add on a 2 gallon tank and have...

That's a great looking rig, fisherman. I agree with you on the shower. My wife and I cycle a lot in the summer. Having the ability to shower after a ride would be a huge luxury. I have a similar truck (stock suspension). How does your rig handle on and off pavement? Any issues worth noting?

Doing a little research tonight. I learned that Northstar didn't debut their subzero package until the 2015 model year. That will change my search. Removed insulation from my must-have list. I'll just come up with a DIY solution.

This is a great idea. Which way does the tool box door open?

Thanks for posting. That one caught my eye as well. I emailed last week, but it doesn't have the subzero package. According to the Northstar website, the subzero package includes additional insulation in the frame, so I'm hesitant to buy uninsulated and try to DIY a solution. I've been accused...

There's so much great information in that thread. Thank you!

Hey, folks. We're in the market for an 8' pop-up. Would be mated with a long bed F-250 gasser. We're trying to keep the weight within GVWR, so the really large 9.5 footers would be pushing our limit once all our gear is added. Ideal model might be the Northstar 850sc. However, we're open to...

Hey, folks. First off, I'd like to say hello. I'm new here. Looks like you all have a great community. My question concerns winter camping. We'd like the option to take our future camper on ski trips and other winter outings. We're searching for 8' pop-ups in the used market. Most of the...

Stan, This one doesn't have Yakima tracks. What's the process for adding them on the smooth FWC roof? I worry about missing the frame and drilling a bunch unnecessary holes. Thanks!