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                    <title>JoeCamper on Siding Question for Utility Trailer Conversion</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/mods/siding-question-for-utility-trailer-conversion/#p39290</link>
                    <category>Mods</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Aluminum C challenge framing is the best option for strength and weight.  A slanted front would be the best for wind.  You will need to ensure everything is strongly attached to the frame—Bolt through or something similar.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:48:01 -0500</pubDate>
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                    <title>FarFromNormal on Siding Question for Utility Trailer Conversion</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/mods/siding-question-for-utility-trailer-conversion/#p39289</link>
                    <category>Mods</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Hi Friends, not really camping related, but I figured the mods thread was probably most appropriate. I want to modify my utility trailer to be enclosed. I have to keep the weight as light as possible because I don't have much towing capacity and I'll litterally be hauling rocks (for my crystal business). I'm leaning towards metal studs for framing, with a thin layer of lauan for the walls (unless anyone has better sugestions). I wondered if anyone here would have recommendations on what material(s) to use over the siding and roof to make it water tight. Recommendations on where to buy would also be appreciated.  </p>
<p>This is our trailer <a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Carry-On-Trailer-5-ft-x-8-ft-Wire-Mesh-Utility-Trailer-with-Ramp-Gate/3699516" target="_blank"><a href="https://www.lowes.com/pd/Carry" rel="nofollow">https://www.lowes.com/pd/Carry</a>.....te/3699516</a></p>
<p>I did find this company that makes kits, but the response I got was essentially that they didn't think it would work with our trailer <a href="https://www.cover-tech.com/trailer-enclosures" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.cover-tech.com/trailer-enclosures" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><a href="https://www.cover-tech.com/tra" rel="nofollow">https://www.cover-tech.com/tra</a>.....enclosures</a>. The only other company I've found that does similar buids is in Minnesota and doesn't deliver.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sun, 21 Jan 2024 11:26:46 -0500</pubDate>
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                    <title>simplify0615 on Towing with extra mirrors</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/towing/towing-with-extra-mirrors/#p38809</link>
                    <category>Towing</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Does anyone have any knowledge or experience with CIPA extended mirrors?  I have a ford explorer 2014 and I am looking at model CM11980.</p>
<p>I went from  pop up to a hybrid.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sat, 28 Aug 2021 08:27:51 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>2HappyCampers on $10 could save your life - not a scam</title>
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                    <category>Towing</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Great info!</p>
<p>Thanks for sharing!</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2021 12:32:01 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on $10 could save your life - not a scam</title>
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                    <category>Towing</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Here is some additional information on how to read the side of a tire.</p>
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<p>If you have any additional suggestions or knowledge, please share them.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sat, 19 Jun 2021 17:09:25 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on $10 could save your life - not a scam</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/towing/10-could-save-your-life-not-a-scam/#p38768</link>
                    <category>Towing</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Ok, now that I have your attention, let’s talk trailer tires.</p>
<p>Trailer tires typically last about 5 years (depending on mileage) and it is one time that you should never go cheap.  A few things you should know.</p>
<p>1) How old are your tires? The number imprinted on your tire gives you a week and year it was manufactured.  This tire was made in the 36th week of 2020.</p>
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<p>2) What condition is your tire?  Tread and dry rot cracks.</p>
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<p>If your tires are more than 5 years old, show signs of worn tread or dry rot cracks, replace them ASAP.</p>
<p>Buy a good reliable brand and not overseas junk. Also known as china bombs.  They are known for blowouts and are scary.</p>
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<p>make sure you buy the correct LOAD RATING for your camper.  Don’t trust the salesman.</p>
<p>zxcvbn – coming soon.</p>
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<p>I’ve used Kendra Load Star on my last 3 campers with no problems.</p>
<p>My friends use Goodyear Endurance tires on their travel trailers and love them.</p>
<p>NOW, the $10s.  Buy these Pressure Monitor Valve Stem Caps for the PSI of your trailer tires. Green means air in the tire is good, yellow means it low, red means you are in trouble.  A great visual indicator that you are low on air.</p>
<p><a href="”//www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HRIKMNC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1″”" target="_blank">psc=1</a></p>
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<p>I'm not making money on you, just trying to help you travel safely.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sat, 19 Jun 2021 17:02:07 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>CampingPhil on Wireless Vehicle Leveling System</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/leveling-stabilization/wireless-vehicle-leveling-system/#p38764</link>
                    <category>Leveling &#038; Stabilization</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>I absolutely love mine. Combine that with anderson levelers and it is done in no time - no guessing either.</p>
<p>Roll up on the levelers till the screen is green left to right. Unhitch, lower the nose by pressing the button on the landing gear until green and done.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 20:45:51 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on Wireless Vehicle Leveling System</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/leveling-stabilization/wireless-vehicle-leveling-system/#p38763</link>
                    <category>Leveling &#038; Stabilization</category>
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					                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 18:35:34 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>Jersey Delta on Wireless Vehicle Leveling System</title>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Looks pretty cool</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 14:51:11 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>Marc S. on Wireless Vehicle Leveling System</title>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>That's pretty slick.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2021 14:05:10 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on Wireless Vehicle Leveling System</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/leveling-stabilization/wireless-vehicle-leveling-system/#p38760</link>
                    <category>Leveling &#038; Stabilization</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>This thing is awesome. Both BigDawg and CampingPhil use it.</p>
<p class="a-size-large a-spacing-none"><span id="productTitle" class="a-size-large product-title-word-break">LevelMatePRO Wireless Vehicle Leveling System</span></p>
<p>Put a sensor in your camper and use an app on your phone.</p>
<p>A wireless vehicle leveling system that accurately reports how much height is required to reach a level position and tells you where that height is needed. It wirelessly connects with your smartphone or tablet, where an easy-to-use app displays the needed leveling information. It's designed for use with both drivable and towable vehicles. You can monitor leveling data as you pull into a site, allowing you to pick the most level spot before you park.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2021 13:53:04 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on Trailer Camera</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/towing/trailer-camera/#p38759</link>
                    <category>Towing</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>There are several trailer camera options out there and many campers come with standard wiring for the furrion camera system.  There are other options out there… some that are cheaper and some that are better.</p>
<p><strong>Haloview</strong> offers a pretty nice system and can use your existing pre-wiring.</p>
<p>They offer rear and side cameras.  720 or 1080 p, crisp color display, front dashcam recorded and more.  You can display the rearview while driving with distance markers for 20,40,60 ft to help change lanes and pass.</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2021 05:11:21 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on Propane Tank Monitor</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/appliances/propane-tank-monitor/#p38758</link>
                    <category>Appliances</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>If you are looking for a great Father's Day or a gift to make life a little easier, check out the <span id="productTitle" class="a-size-large product-title-word-break">Mopeka monitoring system on Amazon or other websites.  It uses sonar to give you accurate fill levels in two tanks.  It has a Bluetooth link to your phone and a physical monitor display for the interior of your camper.</span></p>
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<p>We currently have the internal float gauge that works great but they aren't in stores anymore.  They were also only on 20 lb tanks and not 30 lb tanks.</p>
<p>c<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1NvhHQSH_OM" target="_blank"></a></p>
<p>Don't waste your money on a screw-on gauge.  It either has pressure or it doesn't.  There is no way to know if it's 1/2 or 3/4 full because it's the same pressure.</p>
<p>JUNK!</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 10:44:45 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>JoeCamper on Buying New Tires</title>
                    <link>https://canvascampers.com/forum/towing/buying-new-tires/#p38756</link>
                    <category>Towing</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>If there is ever a time to NOT go cheap, it's buying tires for your camper.  There are many stories of blowouts, destroyed wheel wells, peeling back the side of your camper and more.</p>
<p>Our last three campers have all had Load Star tires that have worked well.  We are replacing ours because of dry rot cracking since they are 10 years old.  You can buy  ST205/75D14 without rims from Etrailer or Home Depot of all places for $77 each.  Much cheaper than everywhere else and they look great.</p>
<p>Do research, ask questions. Don't go cheap</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sun, 23 May 2021 08:20:53 -0400</pubDate>
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                    <title>lyndabinslc on That sink, tho...</title>
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                    <category>Plumbing &#038; Winterization</category>
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					                        <description><![CDATA[<p>Thank you so much @joecamper</p>
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					                    <pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2020 08:19:45 -0400</pubDate>
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