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Hard to keep up with your fleet. 🤣

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Thank you Happy. Sort and simple.

Thank you, Spencer. So true Teresa did have 3 inch spacers added for better ground clearance. Now, she also has the Nissan Xterra for those bad weather days. 😊 Thanks for watching! -Mark

Thank you, Mandy!

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Oh this makes us so happy! It is always our primary goal to entertain and share helpful tips. Have fun with your buildout. I still camp in my Kia occasionally and LOVE it. If you have any questions etc, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're always happy to help! Happy Camping! 😊 ~Teresa (& Mark)

Heck yeah! I had to look it up since I had no idea what that was. I'm going to post a description for our viewers! I'm from PA. we had something on the other end when my grandfather worked in the slate quarries called a Pastie. Which is pie crust wrapped around steak cubs, potatoes with some onions. Thank you for the suggestion!!!🙂 -Mark "The pepperoni roll is an Italian-American stuffed bread roll. Originally conceived of as a coal miner's lunch, it is popular in West Virginia and some nearby regions of the Appalachian Mountains such as Eastern Kentucky, Western Pennsylvania, Western Maryland, and Appalachian Ohio.".........credit-Wikipedia

Jeff LOL yes I like to mix it up. Normally, me and Teresa just head out on adventures and camp. So, while we try to keep it simple, we do like to get out all the cooking stuff. This was my first time out with both Brian and Chris. So I really didn't know what our time would be for food since we did a lot of driving. We, too, like the freezer dried meals. Do you have any favorite brands and meals? Also, any suggestions for favorite areas to travel in West Virginia? Thank you for subscribing! Means a lot to us. -Mark

Yeah, right! I had no idea I'd have to compete with Brian and Chris in making the ultimate steak. 🤣 Next time I'll show them! In some ways, it worked out. I think they felt sorry for me, so they shared. Win win! 🙂 -Mark

According to Brian Toyota Overlanders said no. Yokum's is in Seneca Rocks. I had no idea where we were since he was leading and picked out the route. 🙂. Thank you for commenting and checking out our channel! -Mark

I'm confused by your comment. Please tell me you're joking, right? I really find the ProCarpenter Lefty/Righty amzn.to/3LjhYuw great to work with since you can read it from both sides. I also prefer to see all the smallest numbers since most tape measures don't have them. Not to mention, when I don't have my readers, I can remember the #. Plus, since I'm dyslexic it really helps me be better at my math. So if this is your reason not to take my advice, you should simply go with what works for you! - Mark

Definitely some super fun small curve roads. The COBB cooker is super cool. Little to big for our camp rig. This was why we went with a Lodge Cast Iron Dutch Oven. It's not as large in size and just a hair less weight. Not by much LOL. We will say we have enjoyed a great deal of tasty chicken from Brian's cooking. -M

Thank you so much! I believe you're our 1st viewer from India! - Mark

It sure was! Thank you for being such an amazing trail guide. It sure was a good time. Can't wait to do it again this fall!.

Good catch. You know, even I missed that one. 😊 That would definitely be a lot of weight! Do you have a Storyteller?

Hey Sis! Yes, so conformable. I went from the stock 2 inch bedding to now 4". Total game changer. For some time, I've been using the REI Helix backpacker blow-up mattress pad. Just one more thing I had to manage when setting up camp or breaking down. This is the only sleep system on the market which is 4". You can't put a price on a good night sleep! 😊 -Mark

Essentially around those who enjoy adventures as much as us! Thank you for helping remove the tree stand!

Great to see the farm!

​@@KirstieDean Glad you enjoyed seeing the farm. Not much has changed. 😊

Ofcourse! I have everything on my truck build listed here. Along with some additional TH-cam video tours. outofofficecamping.blogspot.com/p/ford-ranger-fx4.html?m=1 Please tell Peter Brautigam I sent you his way. He makes some incredible custom hitches. He's made well over 100. Fit and finish is top notch - hands down. -Mark

Thank you, Larry! Have a Happy 4th of July! - Maek

You may be right, or this is a reflection from the sky light on the fit kit. Definitely keep in mind, like he said, this is just a prototype, not a production unit. Tim said they received this to give feedback to AluCab and work out all the bugs with the add ons. Really wild setup. I don't think a lot of folks understand what you pointed out. I believe it is the fit kit to attach the tent to the cap. What's so amazing is that you have a truck cap, a tent, or a combo of the cap and tent together. Lots of options or the ability to mic match and the resale market will be just as amazing. Since it's not a one and done unit that only fits model Z truck...etc. really wild. This family model was amazing how much room it has. Still not as fast to set up or shut down as a traditional wedge tent. Thanks for the comment and watching! -Mark

Hello JC, congratulations on ordering up the GFC V2PRO! Yes, I made them out of 1/8th aluminum. I bent them on my finger break. I'll have a video about how I did it. I also made the air spoiler and did the rear seat delete plateform. See a full tour here: th-cam.com/video/NIanT5VDluY/w-d-xo.htmlsi=3pNavbz0Xt3InJwI We're so happy you found our channel. Do you own a Ford Ranger? I have a bunch and bunch of product install videos I have to edit. So stay tuned! Thank you so much for the comment. Also, if you'd like to see the full build list plus links to the products, I used to check out our website. outofofficecamping.blogspot.com/p/ford-ranger-fx4.html?m=1 - Mark

@@OutOfOfficeCamping Ya I do have a ford ranger! I've had my overlanding equipment for a little over two years and am super excited for a passthrough build!

​@@JCRanger​ That's so exciting! When will you get your GFC? You have to send some photos. Our email is the same as our channel @ gmail. I always like seeing other Rangers Overland Rigs since we seem to be so rare. If only some of those other mid-size trucks took a spin in a Turbo 10 speed truck, they definitely would reconsider. That puts a smile on my face every time. - Mark

@@OutOfOfficeCamping My install date is November 21st the wait is going to kill me but it will be well worth it!

​@@JCRangerGoing to be totally worth the wait!

Thank you for watching Dan! That might weigh more than I can carry with my GVW since I like to keep those ounces off the truck, Lol. Normally, everything stays in the truck. We literally just finished dinner and got a fire started. I do have to look into the ultrasonic/led device. Yes, we're having a great time getting out. Just came back from off-roading at a paid trail park AOAA in PA good times today. Sleeping last night was a wee bit hot, only 90 degrees and no AC. By 4, it dropped to 70 degrees with 99% humidity ya. I'm not sure which was better...lol -M

Yeah that little dude was quite a surprise! LOL! And we were pretty relieved to hear the true origin of the trail name. Phew! 😂 Thanks for watching! 😊 ~Teresa

Racoon peeking around the tree. To crazy

​@@KirstieDeanSo funny and cute!

Thank you for watching and commenting! Mark ☺️ Happy Camping!!!

Thank you Mike! Glad you found some helpful tips in our video's. Yup had to get that fire going! Stay tuned the next video I'll release in a day or so. I have a bunch of camp videos to get caught up on. This just happened to be the most current. I felt it was fitting to put it up. 😊 John and Cathy even join us in there Treehouse on the 3rd video Day 3-4. - Mark

I have no idea. I'm sure it would freeze. The only way I see getting hot water is with a third-party water shower pump system. I believe this is nothing more than just one big water tank. Great question! This is why we carry portable water tanks. We prefer winter camping so we can simply carry our water in our cab until we get to our destination. Then we move our tanks to an area, which we are heating with our diesel heater. I'm sure if you have a large power source one could easly attach 12 volt heating pads or even a water bubbler. -Mark

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Thank you, Edward! We spent over 1 year determining what we needed for our adventures. Every time we get to use the setup, I appreciate all the time I spent bending and cutting all the pieces. What kind of setup do you have?

I know right! Our CVT roof top tent had one just not as big as this one. Amazing truck camper. I believe what most people don't get is that this is a Swiss army knife. You can buy a truck cap, or just a Roof Top Tent, and / or buy a fit kit and put them together, and now you have a truck cap camper. But wait, there's more! You can pick and choose what tent top you want to add. 1 over all products with multiple part options to build what you want. Just think how great that makes it even for resale! Fun stuff!

Definitely a all in one option with lots of choices based on everyone's individual needs. Yes, true ditch the tailgate and lose some extra weight. This AluCab is headed in directions no other manufacturers have gone. 2025 should see some big changes.😊

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Oh thank you! I'm so happy you were able to find some tips useful! I agree...being able to access things from inside is nice. Safety and comfort from outside weather keeps me inside often. Thank you so much for watching and happy camping! ~Teresa 😊

Oh, thank you! I agree the X was such a capable and affordable option. Maybe Nissan will have a change of heart and bring them back. I was looking at the 4Runners (such an awesome truck!), but sadly, I could not find one in my price range that wasn't very high miles or rusted out. ☹️ I'm happy you found a truck and are out there doing it! We need more women enjoying this style of adventure. Thanks for subscribing! 😊 ~Teresa

Yes, they are Jeffrey. That sound never gets old!

Thank you, Jeffery. Our little Coleman has served us well. We've actually switched to vehicle based camping to get more remote off-road. What kind of camper do you have?

@@OutOfOfficeCamping Actually I’m currently searching for one that will fit our needs and meager budget lol.

Have you found the right one yet?

Thank you, Larry, for watching. Yes, this was a little different. The put on a wonderful small family style Ocerland/camp festival. Which we've met the nicest folks. So I felt it was fitting to do a shop tour at their open house. Travel video to come. Leading up to the open house and some of the shop and rigs. Stay tuned. 🙂 -M

That's so cool, Paul! We really like the Rubi Grid. I like how it uses more of the space in the Ford Ranger Tray. What mounts did you go with?

It’s the same as your husband has he was the one that inspired me to go with that system I’ve had other ones and they aren’t no comparison to the rubigrid

Definitely report back. With updates! What other systems have you had? What color arms did you go with?

I had just cheap setup and it was definitely not worth the money I haven’t installed mine yet and I already know it’s going to be worth the money for sure it will be this weekend project

​@@paulpeters5199We look forward to hearing about how it goes! Enjoy.

Thank you Greg!

Hi Larry! Thank you so much! And thank you for watching! We always hope that our videos help people. Hope you have a great day too! ~Teresa 😊

Hey John, I definitely think that would work without any problems. I've gotten really good at counting with the remote. I now know how many clicks to get to each color group. 🤣 Of course, what would be really cool is if you could buy an extension cable which you could just connect and go. Maybe they do, and I never looked. 🙂 But one other thing you got me thinking about, which I didn't mention, was powerstations and DC ports. Not all are created equal. So someone might buy a diesel heater to get a code only to find out that the amps off the DC port is not strong enough. So, it's definitely worth the mention. I saw a bunch of YT creators this winter getting 8K units only to be left in the cold. I'm not sure why they didn't do a drive camp night? Always good to test your system prior to using them for the first time. 🤣 Just like you did with your Hcalory heater.

Thank you again, Larry, for watching. More camping videos are coming, I promise. I'm working to get caught up on all our fabricating and product installs at the moment. (Just more than a few) I'll be mixing the camping videos in, I promise! When we would camp at State Parks with our 1999 Coleman Utah and hook-ups, we used our MICA heater. amzn.to/3Uz3ECe You get a very nice heat which is dry. It also takes the moisture out of the air. It heats up faster than other options, i.e., propane heater in camper. Safe to walk around, and we can use it in our home when not camping without the worries of a cat getting hurt. Looks like a big flat screen TV. Lol Did you find our channel from a Coleman video? If not, you might enjoy the Camping Play list (can't miss the pop up!) th-cam.com/play/PLYbhd86hIh7HgmPM34lTFEgHt5RDBySUj.html&si=74TFZaEUq_h6fiUx . We have taken this places most Colemans shouldn't go at its age. 🤣 Thank you again for watching, following along, and all your comments! Really means a lot to us! - Mark

@@OutOfOfficeCamping Yes, I did find you from doing your pop-up video. Glad I did as your channel has lot's to offer. I ordered one of those heaters today that you suggested. Thanks for the tip my friend. Cheers!!

​It's so wonderful you found us from the Coleman Pop-Up video. We love our little pop-up. Sadly, we haven't used it in over a year since we've been doing more off-road adventures. Wow, we're so happy you picked one up! You have to comment back once you get it and let us know what you think. I never heard of a MICA heater. When I was doing my homework on infrared heaters I saw a video which a fellow did a 4 different heaters and the power they used. Plus how quickly they heated up. I was sold. 🥵😊

Paul, Thank you! Yes, I've had a great time working to build a Purpose Built Adventure Rig with weight in mind. We hope to make more time coming up to hit Bald Eagle to find some of those trails that I'm sure you already know about. My Amish buddy is over in Belleville. Are you on the Central Pennsylvania Overland Facebook group? It would be cool to catch up at some point. We'd really enjoy seeing all the best spots to play. Teresa just got her own rig a Nissan Xterra so she too can hit the trails. Does your wife have her own Jeep? Thank you for watching and commenting! - Mark

Yes she has a 2018 JL two door and we’ve got some mods done to it and I have a 2019 ranger and we hit the central trails almost every weekend I don’t have Facebook

You both sound like folks we need to go wheeling with. Teresa is excited to meet other women who enjoy hitting the trails. I hear you on the FB. If it wasn't for the marketplace, I'd be right there with you. If you could send us an email, everything is in our about on YT. That's so cool. You have a 2019 Ranger also! I have a really nice ZRoadZ bed rack in case you need one of the highest weight loads for load on the market. I got it for a rooftop tent. I liked that it had the side walls that opened up. Making it super easy to get stuff from the front of the truck. I have a great deal of Ford Ranger Content ready for editing. I've just been trying to get all the camp videos up since they tend to me seasonal content. Do you have a 4 door? FX4 ... Have you done modes? Do you both camp also or just like to wheel. We're so happy you found our channel! We really enjoy meeting other like-minded folks who like to get out and play in the dirt + camp. 🙂

Mine is a super cab xlt with the chrome package and fx4 package I’ve been watching videos on the ranger raptor definitely on my wish list

The RAPTOR is nice, but I'll stick with my FX4 with more towing and payload. Not to mention parts like suspension would just end up being swapped out. I already have extras I need to unload, 18" OEM rims, factory bed liner....stuff! You know I'm sure the Jeep has a full box of stuff 😂. The power of the RAPTOR would definitely make me smile more then I already smile with the 10 speed ans turbo. You know...nothing like putting the skinny pedal just because you can. Never gets old. Well if you do need a bedrack for a rooftop tent, keep me in mind.

Spencer I too miss the snow. So much for a winter with ❄️ on the East Coast (Maryland) Yes it's been a Hot one this week! I was thinking Spencer's never going to figure out this spot 😂. Great group of folks, all of which Chris met at Mid Atlantic Overland Expo by Main Line Overland. All the more reason folks should go to this event! So we will see you then Aug 8-11 2024. Chris loves helping others and making sure folks have a good time safely! Thanks again for the comment and for watching the video! Many.more ready to be edited. -M

They are some fun roads. Chris's mountain top trails sure make you breathe lots of fresh air when he's driving. 🤣 We're so happy you enjoy our content. We really like to mix things up. Our buddy Mike Hanyi has a 1984. I'm sure you know him since he goes to all the events. Here is the Rig tour we did up at the Harrisburg PA VW Van Event. The Westy is definitely the real Wedge Camper! th-cam.com/video/4NSAgljY3FM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=_OS5Mkm-HfFgpCkv The Taco is definitely a very capable offroad plateform to go play in. Sounds like you have all the greatest rides for whatever adventure you want to take! Thank you for watching and the shout-out to Chris! One amazing, caring, giving, helping fellow. We need more Chris's in the world!!! 😊 - Mark

Thank you again, Larry, for watching. I tried again to really match the music to the mood. We're glad you liked it. I'm still playing catch up as you can see on camping videos 🤣. We do have a bunch of product installs and other stuff I have to get up. So don't worry sit tight more camping content is read and waiting to be edited. Yes, this was an amazing group. Chris has introduced us to the nicest folks. Most of them he meet at Mid Atlantic Overland Festival hosted by Main Line Overland in PA. We'll be there Aug 8-11, 2024! We got you covered on the vehicle. Just enjoy and come along with us. ‐M

@@OutOfOfficeCamping Did that guy own a small area on top of the mountain who build the out-house? I didn't think you could. I don't know?

​@@larrywade9041 This is private property. Not public or state owned.

Hi! I'm so happy I have inspired others to try this. I promise you will not be disappointed. The overall sizes are 64" length, 42" +/- wide, 36" +/- height. Removing the rear seat gave us the extra headroom. Not to mention the weight savings. Thank you for watching! ~Teresa

@@OutOfOfficeCamping hi! So I finished the boards and wrapped them completely in carpet. I used the door hinge method for storage and reclining and I gotta say it turned out pretty well! My Kia soul is electric and I also incorporated a solar panel which is mounted using a roof rack. This charges a generator that powers a mini dryer, fridge, freezer, plug in induction stove, and car charging. I have a water tank with an air pump that creates water pressure, a filtration system, and a stick that heats the water to my desired temperature. I just refill the tank with river water! This really helped me create storage and space to sleep. My only expenses now are car insurance (working on getting a legal car insurance exemption using an emergency fund,) and local+organic foods. Just gotta food prep once a week to keep my Tupperware containers full for when im not near civilization!

It sure was we always enjoy when you visit. Non-stop laughs.

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