The way I see it is you are looking at spending $34k for an inferior truck for the task when you can get the right truck from the start.
Fuel economy will suffer with the camper on anyway. Your maintenance costs will probably be higher on the 150 versus heavy duty components on the 250.
Good...
As shown, I am no doubt right at my 1970lb payload. On long, steep mountain descents stopping an overweight vehicle will test the limits of your brakes.
The aluminum tailgate is 75lbs +/-, my running boards are also aluminum and with brackets are no where near 125lbs.
When you are that close to capacity, every 50-75lbs matters.
If you ever decide to tow something, hitch weight also eats payload.
People start with the wrong platform then beef up...
The ADA redrew the line.
https://www.ada.gov/regs2010/titleIII_2010/titleIII_2010_regulations.htm#a202
https://www.ada.gov/opdmd.htm
Other power-driven mobility device means any mobility device powered by batteries, fuel, or other engines – whether or not designed primarily for use by...
Find the camper that will suit your needs then get a truck that will handle it, all your accessories and gear, your passengers weights etc. Don't be one of them overland guys that overloads a half ton truck.
Bedrug provides no perceptible insulation.
Bougerv 53 gets (y)(y) from my experience.
I had a 40" tall alum cap built for 8' bed, approx 250 lbs.
Weight adds up real quick.
I can carry 20 gal of water but rarely carry more than 14. I have no intention of staying back country for more than 10 days at a time.
Now diet Dr pepper I need a bigger tank for...
30 each water/diesel is a lot of weight.
1st coat= mix 25% polyurethane to 75% paint thinner
2nd coat= mix 50% polyurethane to 50% paint thinner
3rd coat= mix 75% polyurethane to 25% paint thinner
4th coat= straight polyurethane
Scuff with 220 grit paper and finish with a quality exterior paint
Ideally you would apply several coats of...
This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.