Recent content by reverse01134

In Michigan is below 0'F now and I thought that was cold enough....

My biggest concern is condensation. My single wall stainless steel water bottle collects significant condensation immediately after filled with cold water in a room temperature. The idea of water dripping down the wall in the camper and potentially causing a mold issue is something I want to...

Thanks for the reference! I checked out the build on his IG. It's very similar to my original plan - using aluminum square tubing for the camper frame and DIBOND sheets for the exterior skin, attached to the frame with 3M VHB tapes. For the interior, I was planning to use pink foam insulation...

Buying a used camper is my plan B but at the moment, I'm focusing on gathering information online to figure out if I can manage DIY build. The main reason for considering custom build is lightweight and low CG. I see the possibility that I can build a 6'x8'x4.5' box shell (no cabover) weighing...

It's been a hectic week with work and I haven't had a chance to respond to the recent replies. However, my plan is progressing. I spoke with the shop where I had bodywork done on my Gladiator and they are happy to help with metal fabrication for my camper build. I confirmed they can weld...

I completely agree with you, and that's my exact concern: Will I get satisfying results? I did a complete remodel of a 60 year old fixer-upper myself (except for the roof) and I know this for sure - things never work out as planned and there are always surprises no matter how much you prepare...

I may've made a confusing comment. When I said 2500 I meant Ford F250 / Ram 2500. Good info! I will look into it. I thought you guys were telling me to go big or go home! 😁 I'm just kidding. I welcome second thoughts like this. It's a good opportunity to revisit things that I might've missed...

The more I explore this forum, the more I'm astonished by the depth of knowledge being shared here. You guys are truly devoted to the same interest and I love it. The idea of a 3/4 ton truck was initially overwhelming given that the Gladiator is the largest vehicle I've owned, I felt like this...

Just went through most of the 40 page long thread - love your build and all the adventures you've been thru with your rig! Man, the 3500HD MSRP in 2021 was so affordable... A valid point that makes me revisit on my decision... I didn't really think about reclining seats because we rarely...

Looks like I missed a few new posts while typing up my previous post. I think I got the answer on the payload... 2500 will give a good power to handle 1500 lbs without feeling the weight is there.

Thanks everyone for all of your valuable inputs. @SDDiver5 and many others suggest that a 3/4 ton is a better fit for my intentions. I'm not biased (well maybe a little because of the different price point :p) and I want to do the right thing, so I should look into 3/4 ton options more. @FAW3...

Thanks for the input. I'm leaning towards a 1/2 ton as this will be used as my daily driver. Keeping it lightweight is also for that reason as well as for vehicle balance and stability on trails. I believe a 1/2 ton payload capacity is well above my target weight added to the vehicle for the...

Hi, I'm currently in the early planning phase for my next overlanding rig build. I currently own a Jeep Gladiator with a bed rack and rooftop tent. After numerous adventurous trips with this setup, I find myself wanting a larger camper. What I envision is a full-size light duty truck with a...