Ski RV's, who's sleeping in parking lots?

**simple** · 02-19-2018, 01:37 PM

Originally Posted by DanoT

My first rule for winter RVing: have backup systems.

My first rule is to have mechanical aptitude and/or deep pockets to run a RV in the winter. Lol

**stayalert** · 02-19-2018, 01:41 PM

Agreed - my wife and I are new to the van thing and so far do good with our ‘97 e350 with ~240k miles on it

**B6Fischer** · 02-19-2018, 04:29 PM

Yup - backup heat is golden. Had to pull out our Mr. Heater Portable one morning and screw on a 1 lb cylinder. Main furnace then decided to start running again...

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**B6Fischer** · 02-19-2018, 04:35 PM

Originally Posted by simple

Vanlife is so glamorous until your electrical system develops a gremlin where you can't run your heater off your battery. Using the generator for heat sucks. Not just the heater either, my fridge causes the system go freak out as well.

Gonna have to take a break from chasing pow to fix this mofo. Last winter season it was another series of issues that kept me busy.

These RV things are money pits but oh so worth it.

I could not have afforded 5 weeks ski lodging so RV life is a huge savings overall, especially for 2. Allows us to extend our trips.

Chose the Chinook Concourse partly based on 6'-4" headroom!

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**B6Fischer** · 02-19-2018, 04:37 PM

Originally Posted by stayalert

Agreed - my wife and I are new to the van thing and so far do good with our ‘97 e350 with ~240k miles on it

Our 1997 E350 RV has well over 200K too. Dont know the exact since the odometer decides when to work!

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**beaterdit** · 02-19-2018, 04:52 PM

Originally Posted by B6Fischer

Our 1997 E350 RV has well over 200K too. Dont know the exact since the odometer decides when to work!

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2003 E350 at 267k here. 7.3 feels strong as ever.

**simple** · 02-19-2018, 08:56 PM

1996 E350 with 80k miles here. She purrs

**dan_pdx** · 02-21-2018, 12:24 PM

Here's a fun little camper project for your collective amusement: Cadillac hearse camper

https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/cto/d/cadillac-hearse-camper/6492880719.html

**tmokes** · 02-21-2018, 12:28 PM

If I don’t want to do my own work and want to look for a professional camper van conversion, who do you recommend?

Basically I’m looking for insulation, electronic work, and possibly putting in a removal bench seat. Do Advanced 4x4 do these work??

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**pow_pow~** · 02-27-2018, 08:05 PM

Coming from Aus with an epic pass and want to do a road trip next seasons for about 4 weeks from colorado to california. Currently i have three options

1) Myself - Probably be a campervan.

2) 2-3 friends - Probably a little rv

3) 3-4 friends - hire a van an stay in hostels/motels.

I have a few questions relating to the above.

1- Any recommendations on campervan/rv rentals?
2- are there any hostels/motels that anyone could recommend for long term stays that aren't ridiculously expensive.

Renting a house for a month mid season would probably be too hard. Any other tips would be welcome.

**B6Fischer** · 02-28-2018, 07:45 PM

Denver has large rv and campervan rentals. With more than one person, I find small motels are a better value than ski town hostels.

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**Name Redacted** · 02-28-2018, 10:28 PM

Originally Posted by pow_pow~

1- Any recommendations on campervan/rv rentals?.

https://www.outdoorsy.com

**beaterdit** · 03-01-2018, 04:00 PM

Spotted at the movie theater at 33rd S and State two nights ago. RAD.

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**snowaddict91** · 03-01-2018, 06:27 PM

Originally Posted by beaterdit

Spotted at the movie theater at 33rd S and State two nights ago. RAD.

Pretty sure that was for sale on ExPo recently. So much want.

**B6Fischer** · 03-14-2018, 12:19 PM

Gov Auction - 2001 Ford E350 Ambo 4x4 7.3L - Parker, CO
https://www.govdeals.com/index.cfm?f...05&acctid=5350

**doebedoe** · 03-14-2018, 12:34 PM

Originally Posted by B6Fischer

Gov Auction - 2001 Ford E350 Ambo 4x4 7.3L - Parker, CO
https://www.govdeals.com/index.cfm?f...05&acctid=5350

Sick.

**jackattack** · 03-14-2018, 06:26 PM

built-in ski storage locker is sick.

I can't imagine the number of hours that thing has idled.

**jackattack** · 03-21-2018, 04:06 PM

I've been thinking of changing gears and getting a hard-side to replace the Alaskan since the space chocolate incident of 2017 and well, it finally happened. A fellow mag pointed me to this pristine Bigfoot 1500c8.0 in Canada that had everything we need and nothing we don't and we couldn't resist.

Coming soon to a ski area parking lot or trailhead near you....

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If anyone is looking for a sweet 2009 Alaskan 8.5CO, pm me.

**Norseman** · 03-21-2018, 04:28 PM

Hey, nice! Team Fiberglass! We'll have to line them all up somewhere when LVS gets his.

**TAFKALVS** · 03-21-2018, 04:44 PM

Originally Posted by Norseman

Hey, nice! Team Fiberglass! We'll have to line them all up somewhere when LVS gets his.

Hopefully in a ski area parking lot somewhere cool, with dogs and norsechild running around in the background. And a bbq and fire pit in use.

**Norseman** · 03-21-2018, 04:48 PM

Sounds great.

I still want to get to Mission this season. Time is getting short for that I suppose. Mid l-April closing?

**jackattack** · 03-21-2018, 05:05 PM

April 14-15 is closing weekend unless the snowpack holds out and management make the call.

https://www.missionridge.com/operating-schedule

**ACH** · 03-21-2018, 05:37 PM

Originally Posted by jackattack

since the space chocolate incident of 2017

What did I miss?

Nice looking rig...

**steveski** · 03-21-2018, 06:05 PM

Originally Posted by jackattack

I've been thinking of changing gears and getting a hard-side to replace the Alaskan since the space chocolate incident of 2017 and well, it finally happened. A fellow mag pointed me to this pristine Bigfoot 1500c8.0 in Canada that had everything we need and nothing we don't and we couldn't resist.

Coming soon to a ski area parking lot or trailhead near you....

If anyone is looking for a sweet 2009 Alaskan 8.5CO, pm me.

Damn, you too?!

I'm behind but hoping to have a truck within a year and then I'll be needing the Bigfoot hookup.

**jackattack** · 03-21-2018, 06:29 PM

Originally Posted by ACH

What did I miss?

Nice looking rig...

Putting the top down became an ordeal. The last several trips both the wife and I have grown weary of the set up and tear down of the pop up. Other than that inconvenience, the Alaskan is great and a very high quality product.

Unrelated, the rig drives so nice with the Bigfoot. It’s 1000 lbs lighter than the Alaskan. Despite the added height, it’s going to be much better for winter driving.