Aliner Ranger 10 Modifications and Packing Tips

[@DrJohn493]

Thanks for tips! I've made some similar mods to my Ranger 12 but this video gave me some good ideas on improving storage.

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

Thank you for your comment!

[@RoyBNow-ip7rk]

I did find it helpful. I am thinking of purchasing an Aliner Scout Lite. I have been tent camping but at my age that is not as easy as when I was 20:). Some of my main questions have to do with the towing. I have a 2019 ford explorer XLT base model. I recently had a Class 1 hitch (2000 lbs capacity) installed, but the lighting hook up was a 4 pin and not a 7 way. So I am now trying to correct that. These basic ideas and concepts you share are very helpful to me and are presented differently than the other videos I have found. I have not towed a trailer in a while so that is another concern. I am use to just packing it in the car and going. But, again, this is a lot more setup and take down and I am trying to minimize that as much as possible. I don't want to spend a whole day getting ready for a 3 day camp out. Just want to go. Thank you again for this video and I look forward to more as you have time. Any suggestion or videos on towing, battery use, set up, or just general everyday use would be interesting. Happy Camping.

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

Thank you for your comment, and I am glad that you found my video helpful. Let me first start off by saying how happy I am with my Aliner. A future video will list my reasons for liking it, and why I purchased the Ranger 10. I almost bought an Aliner Scout Lite, which is just like the Ranger 10, except it has no built-in stove, furnace, electric cooler, water tank, outdoor shower, propane tanks, and water heater. My tow vehicle is a 2019 Honda Passport, capable of pulling 3,500 lbs. The dry weight of my Ranger 10 out of the factory was 1519 lbs, with a tongue weight of 226 lbs. Of course I pack the trailer and tow vehicle with probably over 200 lbs of gear, plus two LP tanks and a battery, but it pulls well. I had no experience in pulling a trailer before the Aliner, other than tugging a U-Haul trailer from California to Florida a few times since 2021, but it's very easy. My biggest challenge was backing up, but practice, practice, and more practice (along with extreme patience) helps. So far I've traveled approximately 2,800 miles to various locations, including my most recent trip to Apache Junction, AZ (near Mesa) from Orange County, CA. My tow vehicle and Aliner handle well. I plan on making more videos like the ones you've suggested. Happy Camping to you, too.

[@constancepullen810]

You said something about pool noodles. How do you use them ?

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

I use the pool noodles to stop the air flow in between the gaps created by the triangular walls and A shaped roof. On cold nights, cool air flows through these gaps, but the pool noodles helps keep the flow to a minimum.

[@dickvankoughnett2331]

I purchased this model Aliner last year . I like the simplicity of it ,and the very light weight . About 1250 lbs I think . You can purchase an adaptor to go from 4 pin to 7 pin , but then you wont have trailer brakes . Or battery charging from your car . I have hardly noticed a difference in gas millage because of the low profile of the Aliner Scout lite . Have fun

[@kendallparish5611]

@@HaveMapWillTravel90606 I've done lots of winter camping in my Aliner - I use 6 in wide strips of indoor/outdoor carpeting held in place with Velcro to cover all the metal junction points and hinges.

[@anitabarra810]

Enjoyed your video! We have the same model Aliner, bought it new in 2020 and really enjoy it. We don’t boondock so we usually have electricity and water at campgrounds. I like what you did to the plywood cover under the sofa bunk. That looks very functional. I now use small bins in there and have to get on my hands and knees to pull them out. I will get rid of those useless drawers also. We have a Dometic refrigerator in ours which I’d like to start using. Right now I use it for storage of dry food items. We do the same with our portapotty-had to modify the cabinet at the bottom so we could slide it in and out. I bought a wooden cutting board that I place over the sink when I am cooking inside. We put command hooks up also to get stuff out of the way. We leave the beds set up because we spend most of the day outside. We really enjoy our Ranger 10, but if I could do it over, we’d get the Ranger 12. Sitting in the Ranger 10 at the dealer it seemed fine space-wise. But after getting everything in it, I wish it had some more floor space. I look forward to your videos and ideas.

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

Hello and thank you for your comment. Like you, I think the Ranger 12 would have been a better choice, as I like the layout and extra space. I will be uploading more videos in the future. Right now I'm in Florida helping my brother move items from California.

[@teresas7272]

Great tips! Esp the board across the floor to keep gear from shifting

[@mararundell2500]

Very useful video.

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

Thank you.

[@johnd9031]

Good review. Nice camper.

[@user-fz2ul7wl2d]

I like to see people use gizmos & gadgets for their campers. There are so many different ides only limited by our imagination. You can by the less expensive scout modle and outfit your camper to your needs & taste.

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

I completely agree about buying a less expensive or used RV, and then add the needed amenities to one's liking. I decided to buy a new Aliner, one step above my original choice, because of convenience. I'm not much of a tinkerer, as you can probably tell by the dusty 1973 VW Super Beetle sitting in my garage 😆

[@kendallparish5611]

I've have had an Aliner for 9 seasons now and I have 3 recommendations - no1. get the front canvas dormer - the extra air flow and light is wonderful and we prop the dormer open 4 inches or so at night with a 2x4 for ventilation. No2. we purchased a small Bluetti power pack and use it to supply AC power when not available it also supplies DC power to to the trailer battery and electrical system. It can be charged off shore power or solar. No3 stay away from the 3 way propane/electric fridge - they don't work! and draw too much power when they do - The 12 volt chest style fridge is a good alternative. personally - I use a straight AC electric dorm style fridge. The Bluetti keeps it going while on the road traveling.

[@ggreg2258]

The more of your vids I watch, the more tempted I am! ! ! BUt I live in Ohio> Where might I get an Aliner?

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

I found my dealer through a Google search for "Aliner dealer". I'm sure there's an Aliner dealership near you. Good luck in you search!

[@karaperry4958]

Im in Indianapolis, I purchased a 2021 Aliner Classic at Mt. Comfort RV . Greenfield , In . Not too far from Ohio.

[@tracecarrasco3872]

Thanks for the video! How does this fair when you have loud neighbors? One of the reasons we want a camper is because we always find ourselves near people playing music late/being loud at their campfire. I’m curious how well this isolates you from that noise/rainfall noise.

[@HaveMapWillTravel90606]

Good question! I’ve had my share of loud camping neighbors while tent camping, especially after quiet hours. This indeed can put a damper on a relaxing camp outing. To be honest, I haven’t encountered loud neighbors since I began camping in my Aliner (is it because I’m now camping with fellow RVers who are older and quieter after 10:00 pm?). I shall research this and provide a video in the future 😊