Hi. Thanks for the great video. Is the patent still pending on those steps? I am considering a Four Wheel Grandby and steps are a priority for me. 8/26/2024
@rockydaleadventures
14 күн бұрын
The steps were custom made for us by our friend. They are not currently for sale, but maybe they will be sometime in the future. Hitch steps are available from etrailer, Amazon and even Home Depot. Another addition that we made, but didn't show in the video, is a larger rear handle. It's much longer than the stock one. We're planning to do an update video soon, so we'll be sure to show that...
@bonniemadtson1456
14 күн бұрын
@@rockydaleadventures Thanks for the reply. I’ll look into hitch steps.
@timgriz1
Ай бұрын
Awesome build!! I have a hawk on a f-250 that I am building. I am adding solar and an inverter. Was it a pretty expensive job to add the 2000 watt inverter? I got quoted $1800 to add it in my camper and said that’s not a possibility…
@rockydaleadventures
29 күн бұрын
I did the electrical work myself, so it wasn't too expensive. I paid around $600 for the inverter on eBay. This is the inverter that we have: www.amazon.com/Samlex-PST-2000-12-2000-watt-Inverter/dp/B003FWJ4OS
@billderinbaja3883
2 ай бұрын
Beautifully shot and produced video... very professional. Love those Hornbeck boats!
@billderinbaja3883
2 ай бұрын
Great build!! My wife and I are watching for a used Grandby with front dinette... weight is our driving criteria. Comments: (1) Thanks for sharing Hornbeck Canoes... amazing weight/performance features. (2) Your seat delete-drawer is perfect... who made it? (3) The ARB compressor is exactly what I'm looking for (4) Stainless steel backsplash and magnetic counter organizers... brilliant (5) Coathooks and mirror... my wife loves those! (6) Utensil drawer at dinette top... great idea!! QUESTION: Can you provide a photo/sketch of your roof plan with light solar panels and canoe racks... how do you prevent panel shading from racks?
@rockydaleadventures
2 ай бұрын
The seat delete was fabricated by a friend of mine - he's very talented and skilled! We talked about what we wanted and he just made it happen. If you email me, I can send you some pictures of the roof. The canoes block the solar panels, but when we're driving the lithium batteries are charged by a Victron Orion TR Smart charger. When we get to camp, we take the canoes off, and the sun does it's thing. We also have a portable solar charger from Overland Solar: www.overlandsolar.com/products/bugout-130-rugged-solar-charger
@overlandvan8833
3 ай бұрын
man i hate ford, such an ugly truck to me, no offense.
@scottp9707
3 ай бұрын
Wonderful job, best I’ve seen by far - wish Ford still made that truck. Looking around for one to do the same type build you have.
@scottp8147
4 ай бұрын
I think I got a woody,nice job.
@CBWANADA
4 ай бұрын
Looks nice, wish it had an indoor shower
@scotttaylor3619
4 ай бұрын
That’s beautiful, what is the inside dimensions wall-to-wall of your camper?
@rockydaleadventures
4 ай бұрын
Wall to wall measures 78", front to back measures 140", the floor under the dinette measure 24" x 36". Hope that helps.
@cherimarotzke9449
5 ай бұрын
How do you get the canoes on top your camper ?
@rockydaleadventures
5 ай бұрын
We have a telescoping ladder something like this: www.amazon.com/BOCOM-Telescoping-Lightweight-Multi-Purpose-Collapsible/dp/B0C56YKKGJ/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nbG48O5i7uTsPIDvdS_8GA3oqSPxR97D_QOD-99P7aAn0rlPgsMOXSjgj6P8xXuY-EBQJfwUXniJNFy0aMsqVcfGc7KVXY2EE8Gv2byK_MP6bhMzn3CHyAx2FwEpVEjNtJPekox_uVJ_Ra5Udd8_mMs_2LP6qAK0EO19W9_tTgmsY2HoRsc3A-sgaxc9jtxDXDcdnbi23183KgPyo7n7Jt6Dt4PbHGT-QxXN9h51vqFRV6LuMJulUSypUZbVgp-5yaEAA_YyIxWIwDDyNxVwglVZ2ejRKED56D9zqo7jEak.vcruQEVgyOhN0DALSphdYD4SzgD1KjdrxYUxMziM0cw&dib_tag=se&keywords=WolfWise%2B8.5FT%2BAluminum%2BTelescoping%2BLadder&th=1
@anonymous_friend
7 ай бұрын
I wasnt aware that you could couldnt camp in certain places without a graywater tank. Would an external tank suffice? one that you can put back into the truck when you leave? The light boats are genius. I would like to see how you have them strapped down without damaging the aluminum roof. Thanks for sharing.
@rockydaleadventures
6 ай бұрын
It seems each location has different rules... some places require a permanent black tank, other places prefer composting toilets, some places don't care. You just have to research before you go. As for the boats, we ordered the camper with factory installed Yakima tracks on the roof. Then we added our own racks.
@anonymous_friend
6 ай бұрын
@@rockydaleadventuresDo you have to have a ladder to strap the boats on? Also what length of boat did you get? I want to do a similar setup. My kayaks are too heavy to do that unfortunately.
@rockydaleadventures
6 ай бұрын
Our boats are 10' and 12'. We have a telescoping ladder something like this: www.amazon.com/BOCOM-Telescoping-Lightweight-Multi-Purpose-Collapsible/dp/B0C56YKKGJ/ref=sr_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.nbG48O5i7uTsPIDvdS_8GA3oqSPxR97D_QOD-99P7aAn0rlPgsMOXSjgj6P8xXuY-EBQJfwUXniJNFy0aMsqVcfGc7KVXY2EE8Gv2byK_MP6bhMzn3CHyAx2FwEpVEjNtJPekox_uVJ_Ra5Udd8_mMs_2LP6qAK0EO19W9_tTgmsY2HoRsc3A-sgaxc9jtxDXDcdnbi23183KgPyo7n7Jt6Dt4PbHGT-QxXN9h51vqFRV6LuMJulUSypUZbVgp-5yaEAA_YyIxWIwDDyNxVwglVZ2ejRKED56D9zqo7jEak.vcruQEVgyOhN0DALSphdYD4SzgD1KjdrxYUxMziM0cw&dib_tag=se&keywords=WolfWise%2B8.5FT%2BAluminum%2BTelescoping%2BLadder&th=1
@davidlandis5175
7 ай бұрын
Great setup! We have a 2021 Hawk on a 2013 F-150 XLT, so that bumper might fit. Where can we find it? Googling didn't produce anything that pointed to the source. Thanks!
@davidlandis5175
7 ай бұрын
(Did go through your links.)
@rockydaleadventures
7 ай бұрын
The bumper was custom made for us by our friend Dave - he's a very talented and skilled fabricator. He made the drawer system in the back seat, the gear boxes on the back, and other upgrades. If you have a fabricator near you, I'm sure you could get something similar made for you.
@WilliamManning-ir9he
8 ай бұрын
where did you get the red lithium battery
@rockydaleadventures
8 ай бұрын
Links are in the description... lithionicsbattery.com/product/12v-320ah-e2107-gtx-battery-2/
@erbertlawnsco
8 ай бұрын
What MPG do you get with the camper on. Thanks
@rockydaleadventures
8 ай бұрын
On our last trip to Alaska and back, we averaged around 15.5 mpg. It depends a lot on the quality of the gas and how steep the mountains are... and how much gear and food we bring...
@johnnybattlelife
8 ай бұрын
Great and thanks for the reply
@sonny1597
11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tour! I finally had my ship come in and I got a 2022 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road and I have on order the 4 Wheel Camper .. Swift Edition which I pick up Oct 17!
@OnDirt
Жыл бұрын
This is a great video. I'll definitely take some of your ideas and apply them to my camper!
@daviddamitz2880
Жыл бұрын
Hi James. I met you guys up on the Keweenaw Peninsula on Lake Superior. Did you order that new drone yet??😊
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
Ha ha... I'm seriously thinking about it. Leaning toward the Mini 3 Pro. Thanks for the inspiration! It was nice to meet you. Have a great summer...
@sistox2047
Жыл бұрын
Wow just an amazing video and love to watch someone talk about something they love!!
@TheNpsurfbum678
Жыл бұрын
Wow. Rad build. You guys are living!
@ExploreThe50
Жыл бұрын
What kind of canoes do you have?
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
The canoes are made by Hornbeck Boats. Link is in the description.
@richardtaras1304
Жыл бұрын
Have to say......WOW !! Have you really maximized you space & utility. That is one amazing evolution. Great to see you on the club too
@Skipow10
Жыл бұрын
very nice! what make canoe's are those btw?
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
The canoes are made by Hornbeck Boats. Link is in the description.
@jamestaylor8860
Жыл бұрын
You did it! Just found your channel and subscribed immediately. This is the perfect rig, strong enough on a truck platform and complete as a camper. I’m impressed! Thank you.
@kersonperez1003
Жыл бұрын
Did I hear clearly this camper has AC unit?
@mundodebandeirante
Жыл бұрын
very good your videos. I'm building a camper and the information is very important.
@slmjake
Жыл бұрын
Johnson Sliver Minnow?
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
Usually I use a Lake Clear Wabbler. Sometimes, a Hinckley Spoon, or something similar...
@slmjake
Жыл бұрын
I love this video and the lack of music
@coltwinchester6124
Жыл бұрын
All these camper tours are pretty much the same. There's not much difference in these new one compared to my 1997 Sunlite. Except cost.
@lawrencepatricio5776
Жыл бұрын
IMO the utensils drawer and the grey tank bumper are pure genius.
@kenjohnson4423
Жыл бұрын
Great job , i enjoyed your video. I restored a 1988 Grandby, i love it, only used it once. No toilet or heater, so it can get cold by morning, but its only for occasional use.
@davesteinbaugh7444
Жыл бұрын
Perhaps the best video I've seen. Could you tell me what size and make of inverter you installed? Thanks so much!
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
The inverter is a pure sine wave 2000 watt inverter - Samlex PST-2000-12. It has no trouble powering the induction cooktop. We have one installed in our house also, that's been running 24x7 for years with no issues.
@mikewillden920
Жыл бұрын
You’re like the only person who mentions payload. Thanks
@JacindaH
Жыл бұрын
I love everything about this! You've obviously thought through every little detail which shows.
@carverolson8782
Жыл бұрын
Excellent set up, thanks for sharing.
@richarde1355
Жыл бұрын
This outfit is about as close to a perfect camping outfit as one can get… Wow, love the thought and ingenuity that has gone into creating this dream machine. Thanks for creating and sharing the video!
@slmjake
Жыл бұрын
Love your setup! The F150 with HDPP is my dream rig sir! What kind of mpgs empty and loaded? You really set it up right! Looking forward to learning more about your boats !
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
When we drove the truck off the lot, it was empty and we got 21 mpg on the highway coming home! Loaded, we got 16.8 mpg highway on our last trip to the Adirondacks, and we get around 14.5 mpg combined. It depends a lot on how much gear, food, water etc that we have with us. We're always trying to lighten our load...
@slmjake
Жыл бұрын
@Rocky Dale Adventures thanks for the feedback! I wish I had bought a HDPP truck! Just got a used 2022 crew cab 6.5 bed Powerboost. Whimsy 1500 pound payload compared to the 2450 pound on a used HDPP truck I saw last summer. What is your payload like on the yellow sticker? And what kind of boats are those? Adirondack guide boats? They look light and stable!
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
@@slmjake The payload according to the sticker is 2,570 lbs. The boats are Hornbeck Classic Canoes. The link is in the description. They're great lightweight boats!
@slmjake
Жыл бұрын
@@rockydaleadventures thanks sir! I need to check them out!!!! Those are so light!
@alvardlt2
Жыл бұрын
Great video; very informative and love all the mods!
@papatravels61
Жыл бұрын
i like the camper just not the truck.
@anthonylan2295
Жыл бұрын
Great setup and video so thank you. My four wheel hawk will be arriving in January at Mainline Overland NC. I've been waiting to buy a truck because of the crazy market adjustment prices. I just wanted to know if that bumper setup is for sale with your friend at this time? I love those boxes and gray water tank.
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
Congrats on the new Hawk! I'm sure you'll have some great times. The bumper is completely custom, but I'm sure my friend could build one for you. It's a little involved - we relocated the backup camera, the spare tire hanger, and re-plumbed the kitchen sink drain hose. What truck do you have? If you email me, I can send you some pictures and dimensions. You might be better off finding a local fabricator to work with, because your truck will be in the shop for a while...
@Jack-ne8vm
Жыл бұрын
Fun 'playing fort' in a blizzard or thunderstorm. I've often wondered how safe I am from lightning sleeping up there.
@NikonF5user
Жыл бұрын
Where in the world did you get that cool balance rod connecting your canoe to your backpack?!? That is brilliant! Also impressed to see an external frame pack, it has been a while. I have always preferred them, but they are almost non-existent these days it seems...
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
The carrier is my own design. We got the Kelty external packs from Hornbeck Boats. My friend Dave bent the aluminum U channel, and then I mounted it to the top of the frame with some cable clamps. The cross piece and tail piece are made from aluminum tubing. It's very easy to put the boats up and take them off.
@mikes4352
Жыл бұрын
@@rockydaleadventures Great design, now if only my Old Town wasn't 50lbs. LOL
@danielvasquez9419
Жыл бұрын
Please can you give us the address or phone number of your manufacturer for that rear bumper and boxes. I really appreciate any help you can give me
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
My friend Dave made the bumper, swing outs, and boxes. It's all custom work, done right here in Pennsylvania - he's not exactly a manufacturer. Do you have a Ford F-150? I don't have CAD drawings but I could give you some rough dimensions, and you should be able to find a fabricator near you that could make what you want...
@octavianomora5712
Жыл бұрын
Great video, love the rig and boats. Safe travels 🍻
@FishBamboo1
Жыл бұрын
Enjoy your videos. We have a pop up camper as well. Love the fact we can go to more remote areas. Have you ever tried Packrafts? Much lighter and easier to carry long distances. We bought DIY kits. We have ultra light models (under 3 pounds) for our high Sierra trips and a slightly heavier model for pack rafting with our mountain bikes. Happy trails.
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
Years ago I had an inflatable raft similar to the Packrafts. It weighed about 4 lbs, and was kinda like a bathtub with a saggy floor!. Seriously considering a couple of Packrafts for our next trip out west. Our canoes are very light, and very comfortable - but still they weigh 14;bs and 18lbs each. We saw the Packrafts at Expo East and they've definitely come a long way.
@juniordelgiorno5260
Жыл бұрын
I live close to where these campers are built and I’ve been considering buying one for years and your input with upgrades is very helpful
@glennboudreau7593
Жыл бұрын
Very cool rig and it was wonderful meeting you both this past weekend at Hoss General Store. Thank you for your time and pleasant conversation. The videos were fun to watch too. Looking forward to more adventures. Safe travels .
@rockydaleadventures
Жыл бұрын
Nice to me you too. Let us know if you get a FWC!
@winnieyyc-fox9612
Жыл бұрын
Nice built!
@arcticbrink8423
2 жыл бұрын
Nice setup!
@towgod3096
2 жыл бұрын
Can you please give us some information about the rear bumper? I am thinking of something exactly along those lines. Is it going to be put in production?
@rockydaleadventures
2 жыл бұрын
The top of the bumper is 13" wide which makes a nice step. The bumper is 7" high. The backup lights are Rigid Ignite LED's. The license plate light is a waterproof LED for motorcycles. The bumper is completely custom, but my friend who built it for us could build one for you. Do you have an F-150? If you email me, I can send you some pictures if you want to build one yourself or have a local fabricator. I didn't take many pictures of the build unfortunately...
@towgod3096
2 жыл бұрын
@@rockydaleadventures Wow, thanks for the reply. I am going to be purchasing a F250 or 350 4x4 in the next while, so I'am starting to look at my options to fit it out. Thanks very much for the information.
@winstonrobinson6732
2 жыл бұрын
What modifications did you do to the F150 for it to handle the weight of the Grandby and the weight of passengers, food, etc.? thanks
@rockydaleadventures
2 жыл бұрын
Our truck has the "Heavy Duty Payload Package" from Ford. Details are in the video. In the future, we might add air bags and a rear Hellwig Sway Bar, but so far we really haven't felt the need to do that.
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