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If you didn't want a full blown camper trailer, maybe go with a GFC and then a small offroad trailer with a RTT on it, similar to this: https://manleyorv.com/trailers/morv-explore.html Or maybe an offroad teardrop with RTT on top?

Here is a 3D view of the idea I'm talking about. Not actually mitering two ends but one piece would be running along the length and then the other comes down to it at an angle. I'm designing a truck cap/topper, so the one piece would be running along the length of the bedrail and the other is...

Thanks for the feedback. I think I'm picking up what you're putting down in regards to the second part of your post, but would love to see a diagram if you find one.

Seems this is as good of an area as any to ask this question here. I'm in the design phase of a project and am curious the standard way of welding square tube that is cut at an angle to square tube of the same size, example below. Here I have 1.5" square tube that is cut at a 10° angle that...

Spent some time looking at trucks online earlier, and noticed that when I was building the GMC 1500, the upcharge for the diesel was ~ $2300 over the base: When moving up to a 2500, you're looking at nearly $11k upcharge: Is this a "because they can" scenario?

I haven't done any serious customization, and honestly would just like to purchase a vehicle that already has nearly everything I would want - Tremor, Power Wagon, or AT4. I'm leaning towards just keeping what I have for a while longer, but another consideration I hadn't thought of was quick...

I do some repairs myself, but I don't have time to spend 8 hours/side to replace an exhaust manifold or other lengthy repairs. I also don't have a second vehicle so it's not something I can park and work on when convenient. Timing chain would be about $2k, but I don't know if doing that...

Interesting. Wish that was out when I had them replaced last time. I can’t put mine failing in any particular incident, other than sometimes having to get on the pedal when going from a side road to a highway in traffic. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

Yeah I plan on trying something else next time I buy something. It’s a shame because I really want that 7.3 with the 10spd but oh well. Probably a power wagon in my future in a couple years. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

I’m not a hard user. I tow on occasion, an easy on the throttle, but do commute 35ish miles a day, part city part highway. I’ve owned the truck for 5 years and 70k miles. The manifolds were my request, buts it’s obvious when those start leaking. Ball joints were advised by mechanic as was the...

I'm very curious about peoples opinions on the economics of driving "old" vs "new". A brief explanation of my scenario: - Currently drive 2013 F150 ecoboost. Just hit 100k miles, recently had ball joints and control arms done, had one turbo replaced, have had exhaust manifolds replaced a...

I build a similar sized trailer a while back. I used 1/8 wall 2" square tubing for the main, exterior part of the frame, and for the tongue. I used 2x1" rectangular tubing - I believe 12 gauge - for cross beams and other support areas. I welded an A frame tongue and bracing under the frame...

Good stuff! I love the idea of hard sided pop ups, although I can say I had an old Hallmark with insulated soft sides that did remarkably well in extreme weather. Seeing all these builds makes me want to finish the plans for mine.

While I really don't disagree with anything you are saying, for a lot of people it boils down to: 1. Convenience. A couple clicks and some typing and you're done, it will be at your house in a couple days. 2. Time. It is an incredibly valuable resource. I have the means and knowledge to make...

Interesting write up! I only wish I didn't have to be at the office, I loved working from home. I think what I would do, if I were in your shoes, is just take like every wednesday off while I was gone. Plus a few days here and there. Work two days, have one off, work two days, have two off...

Damn, looks awesome! I've been eyeing one of these just haven't pulled the trigger yet. I'll be following this for sure! I have to say, cruise control is a game changer. My dad picked up a used 1290 with it and it's a fun ride and makes long stretches a lot easier.

Titans website still says for use with diesel fuel only.

I care about what a vehicle looks like, but reliability and functionality are what I want. Reliability is the reason I want out of my F150. The last thing I want to do is what @beef tits said and buy a brand new truck with unproven motor, let alone another twin turbo v6.

I think I need to do some more digging and see what comes up with the Ford 7.3. The F250 Tremor with 7.3 is at the top of my list, but a little hesitant due to the motor being so new. I think it would fit my needs/use case better, but if I remove Ford from the equation I end up at a PW. I'm...

Plenty of cases with CRP manifolds warping as well. Don't care to drop the extra cash for them to warp as well. Not sure how to lower EGTs when towing/hauling.