laharview

Hi SilverNV, Check out my "Laharview Farm Camper" post under Conversions. Here I show the installation of a Fiamma awning. It's on the top end of price however it works and fits great, high quality, and i am pleased with there service. You can order direct from them.

Welcome!

Welcome. I agree with your assessment. I bought on and camperized it. Also a great tow rig.

Got it done. CRL window in the middle and the 3M 1080 in rear. Also used the 1/8" Knifeless and worked great. Before and after photos below. Thanks for the idea!

She didn't look quite right with the white panel behind the CRL windows so I copied the idea from another NV'r to add wrap. First step was to outline the area with 1/8" (3.5 mm) Knifeless Finish Line Tape. Then used 3M 1080 Gloss Black wrap. I found it best to start in the middle and use a felt edged squeegee to smooth it out. Don't rush it. Also the tape worked great. Added a 5' gear hammock (like we use on the ship) to the right side for bulky stuff like coats. Did not want a cabinet here as it might be a head knocker.

Utah is on my 2017 late summer list and then swing through eastern Oregon on August 21st to catch the total eclipse of the sun.

As of now I am interested in just the NW states. Have to split my time between this silly day job, NV camping, and the other camper I am involved with. It's the Sea Scout Ship Odyssey...

Excellent points. An extra couple of feet would bring along issues that I wanted to avoid with this build. I am using throw rugs in the front over the factory rubber floor. Easy to shake out/dry and not a big deal to replace when needed. I also have a 5 gallon hanging Sun Shower in one of the totes. Works great when Campgrounds are not available.

Good question. I have maximized the back space wanting to leave the middle clear for our GSD Tank (below), his bed, and room for a couple lawn chairs to lounge about when the weather is bad. At this point the build is meant as a weekend warrior (+) that will pull the tractors and toys. And with the idea of finding a hotel every so often that has a shower and pool for the longer trips. I agree that an additional 2' would be great.

A bit tall from the outside but I use the old school Coleman white gas stove that is low profile.

Was loading up all the camping appurtenances last weekend and realized a built-in table would be handy for the stove when we are at sites with no tables or want to cook under the awning. Also to stage beverages. Used 3/4" plywood and made slides under the bed platform. Legs are from a Big Leaf Maple from the back 40 and slip into a hole used to slide out the table. Not needed if the tables are out 2' or so. Also installed LED bulbs in the factory interior lights. Still need to add some under the cabinets but these made a huge difference. Bulbs are from JDM ASTER (evil bay) and I bought the DE3175 with 6 LED's. Fits nice without hitting the light fixture.

Nice. Looking forward to photos as you progress.

Nice. Looking forward to photos as you progress.

Hi Wollip, The last thing I wanted to do was drill holes in the truck so I spent a lot of time trying to make any Fiamma mounts work on top. At this time they do not offer mounts for the NV. In talking with them I got the impression that a lot more interest was needed before the factory would make mounts for the NV. FiammaUSA sent me photos of an installation using the top mounts but the installer still had to drill several holes in the roof so that was out. The problem I kept running into was the mount placement in relationship with the end of the awning. The Fiamma mounts must go close to the ends and the spacing of the factory NV mounts did not line up very well.. So the plan was to fabricate a full length aluminum mount (plate) that I could bolt to the NV mounts and then bolt/weld on Fiamma mounts. After I mocked this up I was not happy at how much height was added. And it did not look nice at all. With the side mount I need a step stool to reach the legs (I'm 5'-11" tall) so a small ladder may be in order to deploy. If a full roof rack was going to be installed then the awning could be mounted to it with minimal issues. That would be best. I found one done this way but noticed that they cannot open the slider door to the full open/lock position. It appears the awning is too far forward. I am not going to install a roof rack so the side option won out in the end. Just use a high quality sealer like Lexel and give it a check in every Fall. Best Regards, Mike

And the cabinet doors are hung. Time for a road trip!

Got the awning mounted. Bought the F45S 2.6m and used Ford Transit mounts 986955-741. The awning came with wall mounts so I shimmed one and used in in the middle. Maybe a bit overkill but turned out very solid. The photos show the shim thickness needed and the location on the side. I used 1/4" Riv Nuts on the top holes and the supplied screws on the bottom holes. I placed the order directly with Fiamma USA. The Ford mounts do not show up on their web site but they are a stocked item. Lots of rain here so am working under the tarp again!

Going to add one on the other side and possibly a short one above the window.

Nice! I'm building a high top camper and only added the middle windows. Not adding rear windows so I had thought about paint for the rear section. Going to copy you instead of paint. Thanks!

Upper cabinet is in. Just have to hang the doors. Also installing the Fiamma awning this weekend.

Well done. Thanks for posting.

Nice!

I will be using the Ford Transit High Roof Kit #98655-741. These only showed up on the European site but after calling Fiamma USA found out they have them in stock just not listed on their site. Ordered direct, very nice folks to work with! The rear mount I can thru bolt and the front mount I plan on using Riv-Nuts. Lots of photos with measurements to follow.

Hi Doug, Sorry for the delay, don't check in much. The rack I used is a Cycle Country Wedge-Lok 50-0500. It flexed more than I liked so I added two 2" x 2" angle supports from the front to the center tube and a couple of eyes. Two of the tie down straps I use are attached to the chain holes in the hitch. Made it a very robust rack for gravel roads. Will have to post a photo next time I put it on. I ride the Suzuki 350 DR. Tried the 650 way back but too tall and too heavy. I dropped the front sprocket one tooth and worked out great. Today my Fiamma F45s awning and mounts arrived! Will be mounting it in a couple of weeks and will post photos of the install. Also finished up a cabinet and couple of other small items. Almost done! Best Regards, Mike

Welcome! Please post photos as you go along.

Congrats on the new truck. Put up some photos of your conversion as you go along so we can steal your ideas. I am building a simple camper out of a 2015 2500 HD SL 5.6 and have photos under Laharview Camper Build. I agree with your comment about the acceleration. This summer pulled 8,000 lbs of trailer and John Deere tractor over the pass and was impressed. Way better comfort and handling than my 1988 2500 Chev (sold it). If you want millage this truck is not for you. Mike