I've owned many campers. I lived full time in a camper twice for 1 year. First thing, mice, mice, MICE!!! The more enclosed areas, fridge, sink, bathroom, stove, pipes, wires (and so forth) the more mice will make your camper their new home. This camper is simple and you can store it without mice destroying it chewing up wires etc. Other campers something breaks (furnace, fridge, pump, etc.) you're laid up waiting at an RV repair shop for days if you can even find one that has an opening. This camper, your stand alone electric cooler goes out--hit the store and buy another. Toilet breaks...stop at Walmart. You get the idea. After having many campers, this minimalist camper is my favorite! I add what I want and keep everything stand alone and easy to swap out or even bring a backup. Two things...I would add a deisel heater and probably not put this model on a 1/2 ton unless it comes heavied up on the suspension or you heavy it up.
2023 SOARING EAGLE CAMPERS ADLAR 6.5XL SELLING PRICE - $26,999.00 i don't see that price even close to how little you get ,yes its a great minimalist camper but more like the 10-14k range at most
Excellent presentation as usual, PJ. That being said: No freshwater tank, no water heater, no grey tank, and no propane tank. Why wouldn't I just buy a tent or drive my little pickup truck to a decent motel instead? 😀
My thoughts are - truck cap, bedrug, a cot with a foam mattress, a cooler, a campstove and you save yourself some money getting basically the same thing.
@@amydelpiere9315 I most certainly would NOT! I'm too old for that crap. I'd opt for the other choice in my OP: sleeping on an actual bed in an air-conditioned motel room with a civilized PRIVATE bathroom a few steps away.
It's nice to see a quality built "shell model" being offered with few amenities weighing in at around 1400 lbs wet with added gear. It does need both a propane cabinet open to the outside and a forced air furnace installed on the driver's side of the camper. The microwave will be useless when boondocking on BLM land or Forest Service campgrounds without hook ups. The RV industry seems to be oblivious to remote camping. On a more positive note - after seeing the amount of rot in some older truck campers - I like seeing the welded aluminum frame, a one-piece fiberglass roof covering versus the usual vinyl or rubberized membranes coverings that are popular in many Elkhart, Indiana builds and last but not least, the use of composites as opposed to wood panels. This type of construction definitely adds to the cost of this truck camper when compared to some others that are stapled together. For remote camping - definitely opt for the 360 watts of panels, provide that Soaring Eagle has done it right.
Needs a diesel heater mounted on the rear and some form of a water source. Thank god it has a air conditioning option...the main reason i won't buy a Scout as of yet.
Where does one purchase those retractable Ratchet straps (10:50) as shown on this video? I've seen others with just one bolt attachment instead of a 4 bolt attachment I believe you show here. Thanks!
That weight is still really pushing it for a 1/2 ton unless you're driving a 2wd stripped down basic/low model, which most are not. The fancy V6's are going to run high and suck gas hard with that weight and wind resistance whereas the small V8's will take it better but suck gas too. $14k in today's economy is pushing it as well and does explain why the RV industry isn't selling any product.
seems like a shell w a bed, table, simple electric and ac for 30k -- i ordered a scout kenai for 42k completely loaded and i felt ripped at first but im cool now
It will fit a 1500, but you shouldn't put it in one. As soon as you put your food in it, you'll be over your GVW. Once you add water, tools, clothes, toys, you're way over. You cause an accident, your ins won't cover you. My 1500 literally has a decal in the glove compartment telling Not to put a camper on it, si there's that.
Unfortunately if I had truck I would pull a 5th wheel trailer greetings from southern Ontario Canada hello PJ I will watch but most likely not my favorite video 😮
Does anyone make something to block the air between the roof of the cab and the bottom of the camper ? A wind dam or a fairing or something ? I know it needs a little gap to allow for torsion when the cab and the bed get in a twist. (un level road) I was thinking about mounting a piece of black PVC pipe up there to create a fairing that could also double as a storage compartment for the black water hose. Any thoughts or suggestions ?
Quick question: I own 2018 Tundra with a payload capacity of up to 1,730 pounds., the Adlar Campers Adlar 6.5XL: dry weight, 1,200 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1765 pounds. So, can I place the camper on my truck?
Can, yes. Should? Only you can make that decision. Just know that most half ton trucks are not constructed to have that much weight in the bed and up high, they’re just station wagons that look like trucks. Real trucks start at 3/4 tons and up if you want something built for this job. 1/2 tons are just not appropriate vehicles for campers.
That’s the thing, how are buyers justifying this cost? $20k will buy a LOT of hotel rooms: at $100/night it would take sleeping more than 40 nights a year for 5 years to break even. My little 2 week vacation every year would take over 20 years amortize the cost of shelter. Even renting a class a motor home for every night and mile is cheaper than ownership. So what’s the advantage?
This thing is a joke, no basic amenities and 30 grand I can build something for five grand better than this with the amenities. Good luck selling this thing.
I've owned many campers. I lived full time in a camper twice for 1 year. First thing, mice, mice, MICE!!! The more enclosed areas, fridge, sink, bathroom, stove, pipes, wires (and so forth) the more mice will make your camper their new home. This camper is simple and you can store it without mice destroying it chewing up wires etc. Other campers something breaks (furnace, fridge, pump, etc.) you're laid up waiting at an RV repair shop for days if you can even find one that has an opening. This camper, your stand alone electric cooler goes out--hit the store and buy another. Toilet breaks...stop at Walmart. You get the idea. After having many campers, this minimalist camper is my favorite! I add what I want and keep everything stand alone and easy to swap out or even bring a backup. Two things...I would add a deisel heater and probably not put this model on a 1/2 ton unless it comes heavied up on the suspension or you heavy it up.
I think this is pretty slick....pricey for what you get, but I like it overall !
2023 SOARING EAGLE CAMPERS ADLAR 6.5XL
SELLING PRICE - $26,999.00 i don't see that price even close to how little you get ,yes its a great minimalist camper but more like the 10-14k range at most
27k for a bed in a box , anybody that buys this is a idiot. Sleep in the back of your van or suv same thing.
Yes but compared to a Scout its a smoking deal !
I paid that for my 2012 Ram single cab 4x4 shortbed Express new.
YEP. My fully loaded 2022 Palomino slide in, pop up with bathroom was only $21K Love it !
Excellent presentation as usual, PJ. That being said: No freshwater tank, no water heater, no grey tank, and no propane tank. Why wouldn't I just buy a tent or drive my little pickup truck to a decent motel instead? 😀
My thoughts are - truck cap, bedrug, a cot with a foam mattress, a cooler, a campstove and you save yourself some money getting basically the same thing.
@@adventureswithgnomie6553 Don't forget your camp potty!
Because you'd be sleeping in a wet tent on the ground 8 out of 10 times (where I come from.) But to each their own.
@@amydelpiere9315 I most certainly would NOT! I'm too old for that crap. I'd opt for the other choice in my OP: sleeping on an actual bed in an air-conditioned motel room with a civilized PRIVATE bathroom a few steps away.
@@colormedubious4747 LOL 😂, with bedbugs.
Hey PJ, I think I love you ;-) the camper is a different story
We all love you PJ. You could sell screen doors for submarines, lol.
It's nice to see a quality built "shell model" being offered with few amenities weighing in at around 1400 lbs wet with added gear. It does need both a propane cabinet open to the outside and a forced air furnace installed on the driver's side of the camper. The microwave will be useless when boondocking on BLM land or Forest Service campgrounds without hook ups. The RV industry seems to be oblivious to remote camping.
On a more positive note - after seeing the amount of rot in some older truck campers - I like seeing the welded aluminum frame, a one-piece fiberglass roof covering versus the usual vinyl or rubberized membranes coverings that are popular in many Elkhart, Indiana builds and last but not least, the use of composites as opposed to wood panels. This type of construction definitely adds to the cost of this truck camper when compared to some others that are stapled together.
For remote camping - definitely opt for the 360 watts of panels, provide that Soaring Eagle has done it right.
very nice review from this lady,adds to this units niceness for sure!
I like the design and quality,no wood...kudos!
That slide out bed in smart.
Another great breakdown from PJ!🫡🇺🇸💪🏼🙌🏼
Great video ❤
The problem with all of these is they’re too much money. Nice review though
Aluminum frame is the way to go.
Needs a diesel heater mounted on the rear and some form of a water source.
Thank god it has a air conditioning option...the main reason i won't buy a Scout as of yet.
Where does one purchase those retractable Ratchet straps (10:50) as shown on this video? I've seen others with just one bolt attachment instead of a 4 bolt attachment I believe you show here. Thanks!
That weight is still really pushing it for a 1/2 ton unless you're driving a 2wd stripped down basic/low model, which most are not. The fancy V6's are going to run high and suck gas hard with that weight and wind resistance whereas the small V8's will take it better but suck gas too. $14k in today's economy is pushing it as well and does explain why the RV industry isn't selling any product.
seems like a shell w a bed, table, simple electric and ac for 30k -- i ordered a scout kenai for 42k completely loaded and i felt ripped at first but im cool now
I would love to see A/C in the Scout and a proper roof fan.
@@irok1d i ended up getting a 2022 palomino 690 for 21.900 w ac and heat and fan
I saw a camera splice starting at 3:20. Couldn’t see how the bed leveled.
It will fit a 1500, but you shouldn't put it in one. As soon as you put your food in it, you'll be over your GVW. Once you add water, tools, clothes, toys, you're way over. You cause an accident, your ins won't cover you. My 1500 literally has a decal in the glove compartment telling Not to put a camper on it, si there's that.
Unfortunately if I had truck I would pull a 5th wheel trailer greetings from southern Ontario Canada hello PJ I will watch but most likely not my favorite video 😮
Do people just climb up the tail gate or does it come with steps?
Yes and no.
Nice.
Does anyone make something to block the air between the roof of the cab and the bottom of the camper ? A wind dam or a fairing or something ? I know it needs a little gap to allow for torsion when the cab and the bed get in a twist. (un level road) I was thinking about mounting a piece of black PVC pipe up there to create a fairing that could also double as a storage compartment for the black water hose. Any thoughts or suggestions ?
Was wondering that myself. But you don't need a black hose, it doesn't have any tanks at all. It's basically an empty shell with a microwave.
Quick question: I own 2018 Tundra with a payload capacity of up to 1,730 pounds., the Adlar Campers Adlar 6.5XL: dry weight, 1,200 pounds + stuff, 500 pounds = 1765 pounds. So, can I place the camper on my truck?
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Sure! Just don’t overload it with extra gear!
Don’t forget yourself and any passengers! That payload gets eaten quickly with truck campers.
Can, yes. Should? Only you can make that decision. Just know that most half ton trucks are not constructed to have that much weight in the bed and up high, they’re just station wagons that look like trucks. Real trucks start at 3/4 tons and up if you want something built for this job. 1/2 tons are just not appropriate vehicles for campers.
just leave the wife or girlfriend at home you should be fine
Convenient 🛌 bed😊
How much is the one in the video?
Will you take $387 down?
Sure! If you can get a loan secured for the rest of the purchase amount!
@@PrincessCraft Will you do zero down?
Is there one for an 8' bed?
What the price
It’s nice- but not 27k nice lol
But on the positive side- you could go number 2 while stirring your eggs lol😂
Quel est le prix ?
These campers are too expensive!
That’s the thing, how are buyers justifying this cost? $20k will buy a LOT of hotel rooms: at $100/night it would take sleeping more than 40 nights a year for 5 years to break even. My little 2 week vacation every year would take over 20 years amortize the cost of shelter. Even renting a class a motor home for every night and mile is cheaper than ownership. So what’s the advantage?
@@RyanMcIntyre Adventure! Hotels are not in the middle of nowhere? It depends on what you want to do, hence the options
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I'd rather buy Diabo spacekap for half he pric3 and build it out exactly how i want and save weight too
4th video of these and nobody is talking price... must be so high you only get laughs $30k you ARE high
Way overpriced. Buyer BEWARE!
This thing is a joke, no basic amenities and 30 grand I can build something for five grand better than this with the amenities. Good luck selling this thing.
Nice.