“Queso” 2023 Gladiator Build & Travels

[rubclt]

Nice setup. Do you have an estimate on weight for just the top and your tent setup ? Not all the items you are adding, but where you are on those 2 items.

Thanks, the tent and rack are about 300 pounds…

 

[Belizeit]

I’ve been looking a little online at a couple of other brands. Four Wheel Campers and Topo Toppers.

 

[rubclt]

I’ve been looking a little online at a couple of other brands. Four Wheel Campers and Topo Toppers.

I recently found this brand… https://skinnyguycampers.com/models/truck-campers/5-0-glr/

 

[rubclt]

Added the “shore” charger…

 

[Big-Red131]

Nicely done! How much lift and what size tires?

 

[rubclt]

Nicely done! How much lift and what size tires?

37” with 3 lift

 

[Big-Red131]

Thanks.

 

[rubclt]

New RebelOffRoad side hatch installed. I did paint bolt heads black before installation. Makes it easier to reach items in front of bed.

 

[rubclt]

Nice weekend in North Carolina mountains exploring and camping

 

[Big-Red131]

Stunning!

 

[rubclt]

Swap Evo Rock Sliders to the Rock Slide Engineering electric folding step.

 

[mhinchliffe]

Adding a power bank with Redarc 1250 charger, 1500W Inverter and 200Ah Lithium Battery with Self-Heating.

To house all this in front of bed required welding two battery boxes and finish with Bedliner.

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@rubclt what paint did you use on the battery box when you painted it? It looks to be "textured", could be a 1/2 hardtop paint option on the 8........? Thx for the reply!

 

[rubclt]

@rubclt what paint did you use on the battery box when you painted it? It looks to be "textured", could be a 1/2 hardtop paint option on the 8........? Thx for the reply!

It’s Raptor Liner from a can. It’s tricky the first time so suggest practicing. Unlike rattle can you hold it 24-36” away. A thin coat top coat with black would work on hardtop. It needs top coat as no UV in Raptor Liner

 

[rubclt]

If the queen is happy there is piece in the kingdom. Keep this in mind as you see this mod…

 

[rubclt]

After traveling to Rubicon and back, a few lessons and changes to prepare for the next trip. Need more access to power, new power strip, new 12v outlets, moved the outside outlet to passenger rear. For cooking added second propane tank, add microwave and induction cook top…

 

[mhinchliffe]

If the queen is happy there is piece in the kingdom. Keep this in mind as you see this mod…

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The "press break" I see in the background of the first picture, how functional is it and are you happy with it?
Thx

 

[mhinchliffe]

Looking better equipped than the AirStream I might add!

 

[rubclt]

The "press break" I see in the background of the first picture, how functional is it and are you happy with it?
Thx

It’s helpful for small bends, use occasional. This is one at link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BXNB5FQJ?ref_=ppx_hzod_title_mob_b_fed_asin_title_0_0

 

[rubclt]

Looking better equipped than the AirStream I might add!

Thanks, the 200ah battery is key with 1500 Redarc Inverter. It really allows new way of camping with electric when there is no shore power, which is normal for our travels. Starlink mini and it’s just like being home.

 

[mhinchliffe]

The Mini does make life, ah I mean travel for work so much easier. That's a cool set up you have going on. Well thought out and ever evolving. Glad the Mrs enjoys it along with you. Mine is my home away from home. The 8 cu ft fridge and 6 gal hot water are nice. I freaked the kids out when I told them that it reminded me of a casket the way the curtains are pleated - they both realized it at the same time! Too funny!