Looking for a true 1/2 ton camper.
#1
Posted 17 November 2020 - 01:04 PM
I've searched numerous models and have had no luck finding a true 1/2 ton truck camper that doesn't require mods to truck.
The Four Wheel Campers look promising, but I'm seeking knowledge from actual owners.
Thanks for sharing with a hopeful future camper.
John
#2
Posted 17 November 2020 - 02:44 PM
Sounds like you may be in the market for a shell from either Four Wheel Campers or All Terrain Campers. Both high quality.
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#3
Posted 17 November 2020 - 03:02 PM
John, I’ll also endorse the shells from ATC and FWC. However, I would recommend one truck mod, and that would be to add airbags. They help level out the truck, both front to rear, and side to side.
If I were to buy another pop up, it would be a shell with furnace, and very few other options. I’d probably go with an ATC, because of their willingness to do custom work, and their great customer focus.
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#4
Posted 17 November 2020 - 05:52 PM
John, I’ll also endorse the shells from ATC and FWC. However, I would recommend one truck mod, and that would be to add airbags. They help level out the truck, both front to rear, and side to side.
If I were to buy another pop up, it would be a shell with furnace, and very few other options. I’d probably go with an ATC, because of their willingness to do custom work, and their great customer focus.
So, WS, i am going the atc shell route, adding a propex furnace, and a 12v fridge, oh, and a 360 shadow awning. trying to keep it as light as possible - would u still think my gmc 1500 would need airbags??
thx
Oregon
#5
Posted 17 November 2020 - 08:11 PM
Yes. You will need airbags, if for no other reason than to level it back out and keep your headlights aimed properly.
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#6
Posted 17 November 2020 - 08:25 PM
Go, yes I do think you will need them. You can get by without, but you won’t like oncoming traffic flashing brights at you. The air bags level the truck.
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#7
Posted 17 November 2020 - 11:50 PM
John welcome to the cult.
On the truck mods make sure you at least have LT truck tires "C" rating or better.
Air bags are a definite.
My first truck with the Bobcat was Ford Ranger.I went with supersprings on the rear,
but when I mover the Bobcat to a 2002 Tundra I went with air bags.
I really like the idea of adjusting the pressure side to side.Levels out great.
Frank
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#8
Posted 18 November 2020 - 02:34 AM
Yes. You will need airbags, if for no other reason than to level it back out and keep your headlights aimed properly.
Thx !
Oregon
#9
Posted 18 November 2020 - 02:36 AM
John welcome to the cult.
On the truck mods make sure you at least have LT truck tires "C" rating or better.
Air bags are a definite.
My first truck with the Bobcat was Ford Ranger.I went with supersprings on the rear,
but when I mover the Bobcat to a 2002 Tundra I went with air bags.
I really like the idea of adjusting the pressure side to side.Levels out great.
Frank
so, how do you re-pressure your bags??
Oregon
#10
Posted 18 November 2020 - 03:45 AM
so, how do you re-pressure your bags??
Mine are 'plumbed' separately. Each has its' own valve just like a tire valve. You just give it a little shot from your air compressor.
Edited by AWG_Pics, 18 November 2020 - 03:45 AM.
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