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  1. panema

    Most capable, dependable, affordable truck camper truck?

    Did you I just spent the last 2 hours perusing 1999-2003 F-350s and definitely feel like there is a lot of merit this set up. Did you do the build on this or did you buy the truck / camper combo as is? The crew cab option and removing the rear seats could yield some valuable extra storage...
  2. panema

    Most capable, dependable, affordable truck camper truck?

    Thanks for your input. Have given this some consideration and am interested in out of the box 4x4 capacity and also the ability to separate the truck camper from the truck and use independently for various reasons.
  3. panema

    Most capable, dependable, affordable truck camper truck?

    What, in your opinion, is the most capable, dependable, affordable, and readily available 4x4 truck to slide in a truck camper and hit the road for a full time adventure / overland trip? Additionally, if you have a particular 4 season truck camper you think pairs perfectly and meets the same...
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    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Thanks so much for taking the time to reply - great advice. It may be a situation where I find something and make some updates to it to get it to meet my needs. I don't mind getting my hands dirty a little bit but I'd also like, if possible, to find something that isn't too much of a project...
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    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Thanks for pointing out the detail about the heated tanks. From a '4 season' perspective I was focused mainly on insulation and what cabin temp would be. I don't mind things being a little on the colder side, but i really don't want frozen tanks... ; ) Appreciate you pointing that out.
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    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    So if I'm hearing your correctly this is a +1 for half ton truck - specifically the F150 with higher payload capacity - and a lightweight camper. I think I'm totally sold on getting as lightweight camper as possible. Your thoughts on fuel economy are huge for me to hear not only from a range...
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    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Fantastic advice. Thanks so much for weighing in. Definitely thinking 3/4 ton truck minimum and a lighter weight camper to make sure the payload is there and prevent long term issues. Great to hear from folks like you who have first hand experience.
  8. panema

    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Thanks for sharing this. I've come across the capri's and will go give them a second look based on your thoughts about who they're geared towards as that sounds a little more like my vibe. I will also see if there is much to be found with them on the used market. Appreciate the input!
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    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Awesome - thank you so much. Any links to facebook groups in particular that might be extra helpful? I've bookmarked the site you sent over and will spend some more in depth time digging through their resources... thank you so much! The more I'm thinking it over, the more I want to go older...
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    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Awesome. Good to hear and thanks for taking the time to reply. Did you chronicle your journey? That sounds like an incredible trip and would love to read more about your set up and your travels if you have that info anywhere. I am aware that the F-150 has the heavier payload option but a) they...
  11. panema

    Lightweight, 4 season, wet bath 1/2 ton camper clarification & questions.

    Hi Folks, Thanks in advance for any replies, I’m new here and a hopeful future owner of a truck / camper, I think. Over the last couple months I’ve been doing online research trying to hone in on what I think I want to get out for some long term exploration. I figured after doing a certain...
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