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    Milennial friends of mine have the as follow...

    Milennial friends of mine have the as follow jobs, not inheritence, not from money.
    1. 34 y/o woman petroleum engineer, masters, $280k last year as a contractor. Paid off her school of mine's debt...
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    I took out the dinette in both of my truck...

    I took out the dinette in both of my truck campers.
    Now, usually it is just 2x people in my slide in.
    I basically have a couch/futon. We love it, can both lounge and watch movies, sit up and eat,...
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    I should've done my research. Back to Big Buddy I...

    I should've done my research. Back to Big Buddy I go. Checks out.
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    Fellas who have used Buddy heaters and Wave 3's....

    Fellas who have used Buddy heaters and Wave 3's.

    I have a Wave 3 in my camper now, and it just doesn't put out much heat at all compared to the Buddy Heater's i've used in the past.
    It heats up,...
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    As someone in their 30's, with not seven figures...

    As someone in their 30's, with not seven figures but good lifestyle. This. Currently broke up with my girlfriend of two years somewhat recently......and now have on the "multiple casual shitty...
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    My inventory in the last six years was... 1991.5...

    My inventory in the last six years was...
    1991.5 W250 Cummins = 334k miles, original turbo/motor, rebuilt auto tranny
    2001 Dodge 2500 Cummins = 357k miles. Original motor/turbo, rebuilt auto tranny...
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    I had one on one of my trucks a few years back....

    I had one on one of my trucks a few years back. It worked well, and served its purpose. I mean, it's pretty self explanatory if that makes sense. I used it a ton and never had any issues with it.
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    I think the only thing that I personally, as...

    I think the only thing that I personally, as 10yrs in the Front Range, see that is a little different.
    I don't know anyone who can't afford their houses. I know multiple, if not 10s in the last two...
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    You are 100% correct that this is a gamble,...

    You are 100% correct that this is a gamble, ableit a very stable one compared to other investments.
    Problem I forsee happening. Currently, I can afford a second property in Colorado. In the future,...
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    Thanks fellas for the insight. So, talked to...

    Thanks fellas for the insight.
    So, talked to lender again today.
    He is recommending I keep current mortgage of $1900 @ 2.25, rent at $2700+ because I'll never be able to get that rate back.
    Go...
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    Need some advice from the gurus here. Own home...

    Need some advice from the gurus here.
    Own home in Colorado.
    Bought for $450k, put some sweat equity of my own work(remodeled entire house), in a very good area
    Worth $550k now
    Current mortgage...
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    The 2021 Tundra 5.7...which is the same 5.7 in my...

    The 2021 Tundra 5.7...which is the same 5.7 in my 2012 Tundra with 200k on it gets 8mpg with my camper. 12mpg without. 3'' lift, 35's, 2k payload with camper. Not ideal but it is what it is.
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    Totally! Come on over to the hardside...

    Totally! Come on over to the hardside life(whether truck camper or van or whatever you get) You'll love it. The fact of not setting something up/tearing it down is awesome. As you said also, not...
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    This all depends on where you live. It's funny...

    This all depends on where you live. It's funny people mention moisture.
    FWIW
    I've had 1990 Skamper 6.5' FWC
    Now I have 1990 Shadowcruier 7' hardside

    I did many a night in Crested Butte, Wolf...
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    We've seen the logical light. Again, if I had...

    We've seen the logical light. Again, if I had unlimited $ I would be in a newer 3/4/1 ton with some real cool aftermarket suspension. That's not reality for me.
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    Totally. That's exactly it. I was going to go...

    Totally. That's exactly it. I was going to go newer diesel, like 2012-18. Rode in my buddies 2017 Dodge 2500 6.7. It literally rode the same as my 2004 Dodge with Thuren suspension components I put...
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    Terrible. Getting about 8-10mpg. But, here is the...

    Terrible. Getting about 8-10mpg. But, here is the kicker. I was getting 15mpg from Denver to Crested butte over the pass and back in my Dodge cummins 6sp. Now, what sucks is because it was so low...
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    Late to the party. I've got a 195k miled 2012...

    Late to the party.
    I've got a 195k miled 2012 Tundra sitting on 35's, OME suspension all around, airbags, sway bar that hauls 2k in its bed(HARDside camper) 4-6 weeks per year. Swing out hitch, 2x...
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    I mean to be fair...the US Taco + Tundra are...

    I mean to be fair...the US Taco + Tundra are really simple. Even the 4runner. Up until recently...same powertrain/features for like 10+ years now. Problem is...is the price on them compared to...
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    What in the fuck.

    What in the fuck.
  21. My 16 y/o self with a 15 y/o girlfriend back in...

    My 16 y/o self with a 15 y/o girlfriend back in high school were fucking everywhere. Private gym we had access to after hours(my dads gym), neighbors pool, parents basement, car parked at her parents...
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    I just got rid of a 2004 Dodge 2500 common rail...

    I just got rid of a 2004 Dodge 2500 common rail that I was getting 15mpg with a hardside camper. I am now in a Tundra, doing the same stuff getting 8-10mpg, but, operating costs are wayyyyyy cheaper.
  23. 195k on my 2012 Tundra. 35'' BFG K02's. Just...

    195k on my 2012 Tundra. 35'' BFG K02's. Just rebuilt suspension(OME 3'' coils, control arms, shocks, rear leafs) TRD sway bar, firestone airbags...hauling 2k camper loaded all around the mountains is...
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    That's what I am thinking. I have a small...

    That's what I am thinking. I have a small hardside(1990's Shadow Cruiser) that is 1300 dry, and I add about 600lbs of gear so about about the same as you but that extra couple feet + roof accessories...
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    PM'd.

    PM'd.
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    Who is it here that has the mid/early 2010's...

    Who is it here that has the mid/early 2010's Tundra that has a hard side camper on it? I remember this a couple years ago, people lost their minds over GVWR and the dude said it handled the weight...
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    This is me currently. Too many driveway projects...

    This is me currently. Too many driveway projects plus an entire house remodel that is on its ending. I would be buying this dudes van right now if i didn't have a camper project and a truck project...
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    Oh no doubt. Scrap the interior, but it at least...

    Oh no doubt. Scrap the interior, but it at least has the panels + electric system bones.
    Rebuild front suspension/drive shafts, coils, rear leafs, Agile RIP, new wheels + tires.
    I think you could...
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    No need. Body damage only it states, I'm seeing...

    No need. Body damage only it states, I'm seeing surface rust on that frame/suspension. Wire wheel would take all of that off. I would just get a donor van or buy the panels individually($500ish...
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    https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-2006-fo...

    https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-2006-ford-e350-quigley-4x4/7302427506.html
    Some Mag will pick this up sooner than later.
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    Mags, Gonna let go of my 2006 Ford E350RB...

    Mags,

    Gonna let go of my 2006 Ford E350RB Quigley 4x4 6.0 powerstroke 200k miles here soon.
    Here are short details.
    Panel van with no windows except rear/front.
    33''s good shape on pro-comp...
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    What is your sleeping platform/situation inside?...

    What is your sleeping platform/situation inside?
    I picked me up a 2005' E350 w/ a high top(not as high as yours though)...skimming my brain for the build out after I get done remodeling my house....
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    Luckily, my frame is not rusted through but the...

    Luckily, my frame is not rusted through but the body is indeed shot...and components for the most part have seen better days. That's gnarly it just fell off, crazy.
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    So, I've been looking literally for a couple...

    So, I've been looking literally for a couple years now at vans just wasn't in the rush to buy one. I've had truck campers to my current 2012 4runner that I built the back out and have been...
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    I actually love that you mentioned expanding...

    I actually love that you mentioned expanding foam.
    Yesterday, I took apart the battery boxes to see what exactly was going on up there.
    On my passenger rear quarter towards the front, I started...
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    Well, I bit the bullet about a month ago and...

    Well, I bit the bullet about a month ago and bought an absolute project of a 2005 E350 4x4 Quigley 6.0 with 200k on it, already built out(not well done at all), Colorado CamperVan high top installed,...
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    Kind sir, could you run this for me. Thank you...

    Kind sir, could you run this for me. Thank you your service

    1FTSE34P65HA42622
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    REDUCED MAG PRICE. $3900, $1k under what it was...

    REDUCED MAG PRICE. $3900, $1k under what it was one month ago brand new.
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    2020 Orbea Rallon M20 REDUCED $3900

    Injury + needing less bike = sale
    Less than 100 miles on it
    Some small scratches/abrasions from general Colorado riding
    2020 Rallon M20
    Size Large(Orbea sizing is on the smaller side)
    29''...
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    AC Sep

    Went to Trestle, got a little too send on Search and Seizure, went way over the bars and landed straight on left shoulder. Winter Park doc says Grade 3 separation though my PA ortho friend says it...
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    This is a cool platform. Would be alright do a...

    This is a cool platform. Would be alright do a conversion and throw in a newer 4bt cummins or something alike.
    Also..you could just buy a Ford box van, 4x4 conversion it and call it a day..same...
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    Oh heck yeah.

    Oh heck yeah.
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    Everybody's passes have arrived except mine. This...

    Everybody's passes have arrived except mine. This is a nail biter for sure. The anxiety everyday I go without my pass in the mailbox is eating me alive.
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    Vans are nice. Truck campers are nice. Since I...

    Vans are nice.
    Truck campers are nice.
    Since I sold my truck camper, I am going to build a custom off-road winter-able off-road trailer. Gonna go solid axle trailer, with an Alaskan 8ft on it....
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    Yeah, it is by far the most dependable and easy...

    Yeah, it is by far the most dependable and easy to work on vehicle I have ever owned. It is still currently my daily driver so miles will go up. Just a great truck for the mountains, but it is time...
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    Selling the rig. Wish I did not have to but it is...

    Selling the rig. Wish I did not have to but it is what it is. Somebody pick this up and adventure in it.
    https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/denver-2002-dodge-x4-24v-cummins/6880860083.html
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    Van looks good. What are the specs on it? More...

    Van looks good. What are the specs on it? More pics prease.
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    Need some mag input on what to do here. As some...

    Need some mag input on what to do here.
    As some of you know. My current setup is as follows.
    2002 Dodge 2500 24v Cummins 4x4 SRW with 6.5'' Skamper pop up.
    310k miles, rebuilt tranny at 275k. ...
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    I would love to have a E350 4x4 van. Then, I...

    I would love to have a E350 4x4 van. Then, I realize I can build diesel truck with hardside camper for about $30k less and that idea goes away.
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    I mean, I could be wrong, but is that not exactly...

    I mean, I could be wrong, but is that not exactly what happens anyways?
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