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Old 12-21-2017, 09:47 AM   #1
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Smile Hello from Missouri

Hello, my name is Keith Bell. I'm from Joplin, Missouri. I am 13 years married and have two boys. 9 and 6. I am hoping in the next year to find a nice hybrid camper that me and my family can start making memories in. My boys love being outside and I have always loved camping. My goal is to buy our first camper used and get a couple years out of it then hopefully move to a nicer one that my wife and I can use for years even after the boys are grown and gone. We love traveling together and hope to make some road trips throughout our great country. I joined this forum so that I can further research models to stay clear of and to gather general knowledge of campers from all you experienced folks. I work at a church as the A/V/L Director and love the idea of having some technology comforts built into a camper outdoors. So I'm also looking for cool ideas and custom changes people have made to their campers.



Hello for now! Look forward to learning.
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Old 12-21-2017, 10:30 AM   #2
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Keith, welcome to the forum. The search function is great to find threads on various topics.

You did not mention what your tow vehicle (TV) is. Need to pay close attention to payload capacity in addition to tow capacity.

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Old 12-21-2017, 11:45 AM   #3
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Welcome from a fellow Missourian just a couple hours north of you! I know you are looking for used but the Kansas City RV show is in just a few short weeks. Come on up and check out various models to give you dreams and ideas!
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Old 12-21-2017, 12:25 PM   #4
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Tow Vehicle

Totally forgot about mentioning my tow vehicle.

2004 Ford F150 5.4l V8 4x4 Supercrew

I believe it is rated at 8,000 pounds maximum loaded trailer weight. I really don't want to go over 6,000 pounds due to its age and mileage on the truck.
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Old 12-21-2017, 12:35 PM   #5
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You also will need to know the payload of the truck which get figured in also. Should find on door jam. Later RJD
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Old 12-21-2017, 07:16 PM   #6
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Welcome from SW Ohio ,good luck in your TT quest .
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Old 12-21-2017, 07:43 PM   #7
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Welcome and congrats on your purchase. This is a great place for tips and advice.
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