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2012 Camper Build - UPDATE Rig is finished and FOR SALE! I finally got back to work on the truck and installed the RevTek leveling kit and Rickson wheels with the MPT81s. It is absolutely incredible. The problem I have is that I have taken a new job and will not be able to use the truck as...

I am going to build a receiver mount carrier for the spare. Keep in mind, my entry door is on the side, which frees up the entire back side to store/attach more stuff

Winch, Bumper, Braces, and Tires/Wheels First I would like to send an apology for going silent so long. I have taken a new job that is consuming all of my time and is on the East Coast. My rig is sitting unused in Montana overlooking the Yellowstone River. I installed a Buckstop Baja...

@Byrdseye - tires and wheels have arrived, unfortunately, I am on business travel for another week. I should be able to get the exact dimensions when I return home on 3/2. I will also take some pics of the custom made running boards/rock rails (these are strong and will serve dual purpose)

Bumper, winch and wheels...espar/webasto heater?? I bought a Warn 16.5 winch and a buck-stop bumper (baja edition) details at http://www.buckstop.biz/dodge10_baja.html. The bumper is under construction and should be here soon. I also completed my Rickson order. I bought 20x9's and am...

Back to 20" The wheel/tire combo has created more flip-flopping for me than any other decision on the rig. I am back to the 20's. After reading the posts and chatting more with Dan at Rickson, I am coming to the conclusion that the 20's are the right wheels. Now the question...

Registering a 5500 as an RV The chassis cabs are actually incomplete vehicles and in this case, I became the up-fitter. Armed with the receipts from the truck, flatbed and camper, I registered the entire package as an RV in MT. It's a simple process that requires a state patrol to VIN...

Anyone recommend a custom shop to fab a 4-6" lift kit for a 2012 Dodge 5500? I am in the processes of planning some wheels/tires for my build (http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/67031-2012-Dodge-5500-Expedition-Camper-The-build-has-started) and need to get some advice on a custom...

Maiden Voyage Prep: I added a full rubber mat between the camper and flatbed (1/2" of cushioning and extra friction to hold camper in place). The mat was 8 3'x3' squares purchased at Home Depot...the kind of mat used for people to stand on and reduce fatigue. Flushed and then filled the...

Super Singles vs duals - thinking is evolving back on the super single vs duals thread...I think the notion of cost justifying a part time expedition rig is going to be difficult regardless of whether it has single or duals. There is no denying that the super single conversion is expensive...

@tcdent - windows are dual pane and made by Dometic

Interior Dimensions The over cab bed is a queen (60" x 80"). The dinette bed is a large single (36" x 80") General interior height is 80" Bathroom is 31"x 32" Entry door is 24" The over cab bed has the fire escape /moon roof positioned such that you can sit up in bed. The upper bed is...

Interior Pics of American Hero The more I work in the camper getting it ready for use, the more I like it. All of the wiring and plumbing are securely fastened; there is no debris left under the counters from drilling...it is meticulously assembled Entrance Dining Hardwood Floor...

Update - Travelers was a NO go even though I have a significant book of business with them. St Farm was too expensive. So I logged onto Progressive and viola, it was done and the rates were in line with my expectation. I am in the process of getting the rig registered as an RV. I hope...

Camper - first pics The camper has arrived! The North Star America Hero flatbed camper is simply AWESOME! I have removed the camper jacks and bolted aluminum straps connecting the rear of the camper to the flatbed. I need to register this as an RV and it has to be permanently attached to...

Height of flatbed great question...I will measure the ground to top of bed when the truck in back in CO

Flat bed installed - Alum-line The first step is getting the custom flat bed mounted on the truck. It is 9' 6" long (6" longer than the camper) and 7' 10" wide (width of the camper). It was custom built by Alum-line of Cresco, IA. If I can ever make the suspension pliable enough to flex...

Super Singles Since the truck was only carrying a piece of plywood, I removed the inner steel dual. It was somewhat of an experiment. The track is too narrow to carry a camper safely. The Rickson track will be 75", so I will have 85" outer tire to outer tire track when finished.

Try Rickson Wheel www.ricksontruckwheels.com - call and ask for Heather.

Quick update. Bed and Camper scheduled for install next week. Pics at end of week.