ndr camper rebuild

The tags say built in 1970. Real ash plywood paneling . It fits on the pickup and raises to 6'4" when in use. Tows in lowered position.
 


Paint all done. I took some tips off a VW build site and used rattle can Krylon Fusion for plastic for paint. I dont know about the durability of it . Time will tell.
 
neat rig, I love the 1970 fabric on the benches. Does it have any leaks or is it still tight? Looks like it was taken care of. Should make a great home base when you are on the road.
 
How'd you get away with bringing that home?

After the eye roll, she probably said, "At least it's not another duck boat..."

If you told her it will get you out of the house more, she might pay for the restoration...

Just a thought... pg
 
Shawn, The fabric is new ,I was trying to keep the groovy vibe going. I used butyl rubber rope caulk under all trim pieces and roof vent no leaks. Im still working on a few little things.
Pat, I had to fess up to the wife on this one, too big to hide.
 
I had a '76 cabover 8' version... Neat campers... Three jacks, vs four is the largest downfall...
 
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Phil , the cabovers are nice. The extra room over the truck roof for a bunk frees up floor space. Mine only came with two jacks! It's scary loading.
Kris, I had been looking for a long time.its a west coast built camper and they are uncommon east of the Mississippi river. I found this one in Wisconsin and figured it was as close as I was going to get. You can find them in WA ,OR,CA Craigslist if you do a search. The company still is in business
 
I always thought those cool and wondered how good they ride on a standard 1/2 Ton truck. Just seems like on a 1/2 Ton with standard suspension that the center of gravity would be a lot higher and have a high risk of tipping on fast tight cornering. What is your experience?
 
I had restored and hauled a cab over on my last 1/2 ton truck. It does take on a high center of gravity and the front brakes suffer. I went thru several sets of disc's, the high heat from increased load warps them.

R.C.
 
Bob, First I would disagree that this is NDR. You have to get where you are going to hunt and then need a place to lay your head. If you ever get to Mpls./ St. Paul please contact me. I have a set of jacks you are welcome to. I don't need them anymore due to the EXTREME generosity of another member of the DHBP. Beautiful old school camper BTW and a nice job on the restoration.
 
bob admittedly I know nothing about campers, and I feel like a guy picking on someone for shooting a lion when I've never even been to Africa to inject any $$$ into the economy there, but I do know a couple things about blocking boats. Wouldn't your blocking setup be a lot more sturdy if you alternated the blocks? IE currently you have two sets of blocks both running parallel to the camper. What if you laid the first layer parallel then alternated the second set to be perpendicular and the third set parallel? Maybe its not an issue with these campers. Just seems like it would add stability if you are crawling around in there working.
 
The standard 1/2 ton is a little light for these campers without some mods to the suspension and tires, which I have done. A 3/4 ton is a better fit.
Kris, I know that the blocking is not what it should be. You are not the first one to tell me that. Your suggestion is what I have in mind for the off season storage.
Tom, ok I will go with mobile duck club. If I get it done Im heading up your way in late August so may try to meet up.
 
I don't think is standard 1/2 ton would be too small. Mine only weighed 1500 pounds...

I was going o tell you, I try not I might have 2 or 3 more jacks around someplace if you want to add more to the system.
 
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