Just getting started here on ExPo... Here's my rig in Alaskan Camper (8 ft. non-cabover) mode
KEENO
Alaskan Raised.JPG
Akaskan Cal.jpg
Adventurer
First Gen with 1968 Alaskan Camper
Just getting started here on ExPo... Here's my rig in Alaskan Camper (8 ft. non-cabover) mode
KEENO
Alaskan Raised.JPG
Akaskan Cal.jpg
Last edited by KEENO; 03-01-2009 at 09:40 PM.
1992 Dodge W250 w/ 1998 5.9 Cummins 12V with Bosch P7100 Mech. Injector Pump, NVG4500HD 5spd. & stuff. WilderNest Expandable Camper (Summer) or 8 ft. Alaskan Camper (Winter)
2002 Honda XR650L "Big Red Pig" & more stuff
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Welcome, KEENO!
Those old Alaskan Camper models are heavy, but nearly indestructible.
What sorts of maintenance were needed to keep the camper in working
condition? Have you had any problems with leaks?
Adventurer
Nice rig. Post some more pics when you can.
Sean
PROJECT "UHAULER"
http://www.expeditionportal.com/foru...ad.php?t=21709
Expedition Leader
Where does the WilderNest part come in? Just curious.
Adventurer
First Gen in Wildernest Mode
Sorry for the confusion on my Campers...
I've had a Wildernest on the truck since 1992 and love to use it in the warmer months. The Alaskan was just purchased this Christmas out in Ventura California and then Skied & Snowboarded it's way back to Nashville for a month long road trip.
Here's a shot of the Wildernest:
KEENO
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Last edited by KEENO; 05-11-2009 at 07:35 PM.
Adventurer
Nice setup! I love those 1st gens. The Alaskan fits it well.
truck: 2005 3/4 ton, Dodge Cummins Quadcab, shortbed, 6speed, 5.9L
camper: Callen built custom design
off road package: air dam removed, xfer case & fuel tank skid plates, Line-X rockers, Warn 4x fender flares, Toyo A/T 285/75R17 E rated
build thread: http://expeditionportal.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=28099
Explorer
Welcome to the forum, nice camper!
'12 Dodge 5500 6.7 diesel slightly modified. 14' 3" Alaskan camper (Alaskanabego)
My camper build: http://www.expeditionportal.com/foru...ead.php?t=9502
KD0ERY
Adventurer
watcha do with the wildernest, hint, hint, If its for sale pm .
Thanx Paul
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ExPo Original
Boss set up!
Love that shot on 101. What a great drive.
Welcome to ExPo -
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'97 Toyota T100 - some stuff and some stories....
'85 Toyota FJ6O - fractal cruising
currently listening to - Jamey Johnson "The Guitar Song"
recommended reading - Into the Story by David Maraniss
Adventurer
Thanks...
Great to be part of the family...
Yes... I thought twice about posting the pic of the GF (titled: "Picking up Hitchhikers on HWY 1"), but did anyways. You always seem to get a better response to your post that way!
I scored the Alaskan for an incredible price of $400 and it came almost color matched to the old First Gen. It does however need a new 4' x 8' sheet of 3/4" Marine Plywood for the floor after all of these years. Other than that, it's in awesome condition and the solid Maple Plywood interior just makes my giggle! They just don't make wood like that anymore in campers (or much else). Also came with a beautiful mellow-yellow Wedgewood 3 burner LP stove, genuine Ice Box & copper plumbing....
I've fab'ed & welded up (out of aluminum & stainless) a roof rack that attaches to the sides for the vertical uprights & also made a short ladder for the back. (Just to the left of the hitchhiker). Now, having thoughts of the 3' x 6' rack for the cab to hold the 35" full size spare & 3' x 2' box for the grill & junk.
I plan to do a mini-Alaskan build/modification post as it all comes together!
Planning on keeping the WilderNest at the moment. Currently suspended from the garage ceiling with (4) cam straps.
More to come...
TIA... KEENO
Last edited by KEENO; 03-02-2009 at 02:04 AM.
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