Radica Moonlander Review on Nissan Frontier Short bed - Paria Overland by The Juniper Lab Episode 1
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2024
- In this episode of Paria Overland I review my Radica Moonlander truck camper on my 2018 Nissan Frontier. The moonlander is great for short bed trucks and really anyone just looking for a durable camper.
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What is your current camper set up?
Moonlander, once I get my 24 Taco, but must have the rooftop window.
Soft topper on 5ft bed. Soon flatbed amd more options
Next month April I’m getting delivery of my Radica for my Tacoma short bed I got it loaded with pretty much every option sliding windows both sides tail window the front cab window and roof bubble, except didn’t get the solar panel I have my own 180 watt portable Yeti
I'm really liking these toppers. They look really well made and durable. Some toppers that are close in price seem both really heavy and fragile when it comes to tree limbs rubbing and puncturing them. The only thing that looks concerning is those wires up top that are exposed to hazards like limbs catching or rubbing them and uv exposure shortening their outer jacket's lifetime. Thanks for sharing what looks like one of the best made and functional toppers I've seen. Safe and happy travels Sir. Also, hopefully you have a propane and co detector in there somewhere.
Some stained wood paneling inside would look awesome. I love this camper shell. I like what you did to with the carpeting and the placards on the roof. Makes it feel more home like inside
Very cool concept. I would take this over a rooftop tent any day of the week.
Same. It’s really nice when the weather sucks. The zero set up time and then if it’s windy way better than hearing canvas blow around all night.
@@TheJuniperLab That is the fun part though.
And this thing will be useful even when you’re not camping where is one of those tents just sits on your truck year round blocking or you have can take it off and on.
@MJ-zo5gb the bed platform is easy to remove and then you have a giant space for moving items. It’s great.
I need to replace my truck this year. When I do I’d like one of these.
Nice! Hopefully you'll have many years of fun with your Moonlander. And maybe someday you can get a truck with a 6' or 6.5' bed! Those Bel-Air campers are made in SoCal and I've seen them around here for about 40 years. I had one in 1990. They are decent, but not good for off-roading and they won't last forever due to the wood frame (which is only stapled together if I recall correctly).
Roof basket and light bar valance would seal the function and flow
Bro you should do a camping vid with ur moonlander. U had awesome b roll at the beginning
Heck yeah. Been busy but planning on it!
for the price you get so much, was looking at Packout Campers and Tune M1 Camper before RADICA and im sold .
didnt like the cave like comment so i will splurge for an extra window thank you
Amazing set up. Can it come a bit more narrow ? Like 6 ft
Radica custom builds them so I’m positive they could. Send them an email 👌
Yes, they have that option. You save $150 of the purchase price.
I have a MoonLander on order, scheduled to be completed in June! It’ll be going on my 2022 Frontier. I had question regarding your sleeping platform, if you don’t mind. What mattress are you using and what are the sizes of your two sleeping platforms? I’ll be doing solo trips and was wondering what size I should have one of the platforms for said solo trips. Thanks!
I have two sleeping panels which together cover the entire truck bed. One is 38 inches and the other is 16 inches. Currently I have the larger one in and it’s a standard trip fold 4 inch mattress off Amazon. It’s a twin size that’s 38 x 75 inches. Fits perfect. There’s a lot of brands on Amazon with this size. Congrats on your Moonlander! I paid full price for mine so not affiliated but I don’t regret it at all. Rad guys and a rad company.
@@TheJuniperLab thanks for the quick reply! I’m super pumped to get mine. I love about an hour north of Denver and drove down a few months back to talk to Luke and check them out in person. Made me so much more excited to get it. Love the setup, by the way!
@@denim_joey for sure! It’s a work in progress. The guys at radica are great! Shoot me a comment when you get yours 👌
Thanks for the video curious if you think having one of these with a more lower profile roof is doable, I’m not talking flush with the cab just not so hi. Or would it be way to cramped. Would love something like this that would still clear standard garage, also at 5,7 definitely don’t need sides that stick out so far.
With how the bed sits on your truck bed rails I imagine it would be pretty tight for sleeping.
Hello, I just order my Moonlander. I’m super excited. I definitely know that I will need more than a 100w of solar. How difficult was it to add more solar on the diamond plate roof?
I added the second panel with no issues
I have looked for 2 years fpr a topper that i like and is affordable! Thank god thus is better than any i have sen. And is cheaper. Can these be financed?
Please share the negatives and things you'd change.
Thanks!
I just did a little video about getting some new shocks. Next week I’ll a pros and cons of it. Thanks for the idea!
@@TheJuniperLab Actually, I just watched about 3 hours of your content. I liked the interview with Luke. I also liked the Twitter files. I'll give you a sub for sure.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it all.
You mentioned drop in fuel economy on the old set up. Have you noticed a mpg set back from your stock vehicle with the moonlander on?
Not as much as the cabover that’s for sure
Do you have a problems with dust getting in?
Yes but that’s a tailgate seal issue not from the Moonlander. I have a couple gaps in my tail gate I need to seal. I need to do a video on fixes for that.
Please do an update video on what other mods you have done
Ordered mine in September with expected April delivery. It never occurred to me that the fan would be connected to the power inside. I assumed, like the brake light option, it would be wired to the truck's power. Did you get them to install a standard brake light instead of their upgraded brake light set-up?
You could probably ask to get it wired directly to the starter battery. That would be ideal honestly. I have the standard brake light option. I already had the wire harness installed so it was easy plug and play.
@@TheJuniperLab I've seen photos both with and without a small standard brake light mounted at the top. Does it come standard with the topper? I don't want the elaborate option they offer.
A smaller brake light is standard but the larger light bar is an upgrade. They have more info on their website.
@@TheJuniperLab I couldn't find any reference to a standard brake light on it but will ask when they contact me in March for my options.
What’s the height inside the unit, ceiling to floor, ty
Did you get the stock bed or queen bed, looks cozy in there
It’s stock but with a 5 foot truck bed it doesn’t leave a lot of extra room. This comes with two bed panels so currently, when it’s just me, I use the smaller bed panel and I get quite a bit more space inside. I really need to do another video.
Looks nice! Do you know what’s the overall height with moonlander (including the fan)? I wonder if it can fit in 8ft high garage. Thank you!
Depends on your truck. My Frontier with HD lead springs and a shocks sits at 7 feet 8 inches.
@@TheJuniperLab that’s good to know, thanks! Sounds like all mid-size trucks will be ok but full-size could be sketchy
@@TheJuniperLabDid the suspension change the ride height of your truck? Is it lifted?I have a stock 2019 Frontier SV, and am seriously considering one of these but am also limited by an 8ft garage height.
@dustinstalcup9389 I didn’t measure before and after but if it did it’s extremely minimal. With the upgraded rear leaf springs the height with the moon lander is 7 feet 7 inches.
Will a 6”3 dude be cramped length wise??
How big is your truck bed? I’m fine being 6 foot. You’d have a few inches to spare with my set up.
Hey Good day, what you did with the Cab-Over please?
My old camper?
@@TheJuniperLab Yes..
@@51ghostrecon it’s currently for sale. Located in Southern Nevada.
@@TheJuniperLab OK I can send you my email, and we chat...
@@51ghostrecon send me an email derricklytle@pm.me
Any regret on not getting front and back windows? I’m looking at the same configuration as yours
Yeah I wish I had more windows for light. My thought initially was security but it’s not ideal when you heat things going on outside and don’t have any view of it 😬
Can you tell me how much your average mpg dropped w the Moonlander? Thanks.
It dropped about 1 MPG on average with city and highway driving at full speed. If I stay at 60 it’s about the same as stock.
Thanks for that info! A unique topper for sure!
What do you find annoying about the automatic maxair fan? I will get my moonlander in November and really want to not make any mistakes.
Having the fan overall is nice when it’s hot but the auto features are annoying. 100 percent I would get it again though. Really helps.
@@TheJuniperLab Can you negotiate the price?
Have yall made em w camper jack stand mounts?
I believe they now offer that.
Can you stand up on it? If not, what is the height from the truck bed to the bottom of the ceiling?
Not in mine. I’m not sure how that would change with a full size truck though. It’s about 5 feet. So can’t stand up, sadly. I’d like to see a version with a 6 foot from the bed to the roof to allow for standing. I know Radica is adding options but I’m not sure if that’ll be an option in the future.
great video
volume was brutally loud compared to your voice tho
Really? That’s your feedback? Lame..
How's the visibility with the mirrors?
It's not bad. I always double check anyways but I don't find it any more limiting than any other camper or shell.
Is yours the wide side or slim?
Wide
Is that a full sized bed?
It’s a twin but they offer a full size bed option for larger trucks.
@@TheJuniperLab I believe they come standard with a full with a queen option on the larger trucks.
You’re right. I have the two panels which when combined would be a full size bed. With my second panel removed it’s a perfect twin size bed. The queen is an option for a full size truck. Thanks for the comment and making me clarify :)
@@TheJuniperLab Awesome topper, can't wait for my install. A bit far for me, 1000 miles from Denver, but will try to make the most of the trip out there. A little concerned about road conditions in April as I've never been to Colorado. Keep us informed on your experiences with your rig. Always up for stealing ideas! Thanks
PS- Good interview with Luke.
Totally! And thank you!
What?
Zero isolation
Insolation
You’re very observant about insulation.
Learn english before commenting…
Easy to do yourself. Radica does that so the buyer can customize it to their liking.