E-450 Godzilla!

[Samson16]

The microwave is also an air fryer now

2026 baby!!

I plan on using this whenever possible

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[Davexxxx]

The microwave is also an air fryer now

2026 baby!!

We're new to air fryer use.

Always carried a Coleman stove, jug of oil and a Wok.

When we got this camper, tried the air fryer. It won't do a fish fry for a large group but for just the 2 of us, much better than toting, storing and cleaning all the rest.

But you have to feed it AC.

 

[Samson16]

We're new to air fryer use.

Always carried a Coleman stove, jug of oil and a Wok.

When we got this camper, tried the air fryer. It won't do a fish fry for a large group but for just the 2 of us, much better than toting, storing and cleaning all the rest.

But you have to feed it AC.

I just edited my post to add the little blackstone

 

[Samson16]

Pictures behind access panels lol

I’ve been pleasantly surprised to find plywood and not MDF so far

 

[Davexxxx]

I just edited my post to add the little blackstone

Ours came with the Suburban version.

I also got a Weber Go Anywhere charcoal grill. Its not a kettle but travels much better.

 

[Samson16]

More pics.
Cabling running along frame rails between the duallies

The two slides. Small one sticks out farther

Ford refreshed the grill for 2026

It is a challenge to level with my 4 degree downslope driveway

Ford loves OEM Hankooks

The enclosed wet bay is simple but I like the valves are right there and not cable operated.

 

[Davexxxx]

I love the plywood and that wet bay is really nice. Shame it has Schwinteks though.

You'll want to be reading up on those.

 

[Davexxxx]

While you're yanking panels and nosing around, be looking for opportunities to seal against rodents.

Its a lot harder to do on a motor home than a trailer. Some will be out of sight or reach and will have to be done from the inside, rather than out.

 

[Samson16]

You'll want to be reading up on those.

I did before I purchased. It was in the “CON” column but I think two small slides have a better chance than one big wonky one using Schwintek and I follow the level first, all the way out, or all the way in to a count of three method, so the motors stay in sync. I really tried not to have slides at all, but the claustrophobia was too much for both of us

 

[Samson16]

Some roof shots. It’s a little wet to walk on unnecessarily still, but most of it is clear. The slide toppers are there too

 

[Samson16]

So, what is the plan? Upgrade with two more Maxx Air fans, a Cube, and cover the rest in PV panels?

 

[Davexxxx]

I did before I purchased. It was in the “CON” column but I think two small slides have a better chance than one big wonky one using Schwintek and I follow the level first, all the way out, or all the way in to a count of three method, so the motors stay in sync. I really tried not to have slides at all, but the claustrophobia was too much for both of us

They do add a level of complexity, risk and maintenance but the vibe is so much better, with than without.

Ours is through frame, rack and pinion. If anything goes wonky electrically, I can just crank it in or out by hand.

 

[Samson16]

Ours is through frame, rack and pinion. If anything goes wonky electrically, I can just crank it in or out by hand.

You have the best design. I do not. I have no choice but to become an expert at maintaining Schwintek slides. Operating them manually in worst case scenarios will be part of that preparedness. My path is set now.

 

[Davexxxx]

Some roof shots. It’s a little wet to walk on unnecessarily still, but most of it is clear. The slide toppers are there too

You'll love the full fiberglass roof. So much less hassle than any of the other types. The seals will still need inspections and maintenance but still ...

I used 4" Eternabond on all roof seals just to get away from that hassle. You have plenty of time for that. What is there, needs to fully cure first.

Only one plumbing vent. I've never seen that before. Not necessarily bad, just different.

 

[Davexxxx]

So, what is the plan? Upgrade with two more Maxx Air fans, a Cube, and cover the rest in PV panels?

Among other things, yes.

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