Atl-atl's Alaskan 650si documentation thread!!

[Atl-atl]

Well, here we go. Ive had quite a lot of different campers over the years. From sleeping in the back of many different XJ Cherokees, to sleeping under a Softtopper on a Tacoma, to a GFC, to a UJoint converted Thor RV, to numerous Four Wheel Campers including my 1978 Chevy Blazer with a period correct Four Wheel Campers Blazer that Ive got a thread about here.

This one is different. Its a brand new, built to my spec Alaskan 650si that I picked up on December 15th, 2025. Rugged Grey exterior over Klondike interior. Riding on my 2024 Ram 2500 Tradesman Power Wagon on 40s. Some of the specs include 12v air conditioning, inside toilet, outside shower(by choice) 2x162ah lithium batteries, 1 Zamp 190 watt solar panel, Victron 150/35 mppt controller, Redarc BCDC 1225(that I wish was more powerful) and all sorts of other goodies. I plan on documenting all of my mods and adventures here like I do with my other rigs. There arent a ton of new Alaskans out there, in fact Ive never seen another grey Alaskan outside of an RV/overlanding show, so ask/comment away. Im happy to help anyone thats interested or just has feedback.

 

[Art Vandalay]

Looks great! An Alaskan has been on the potential list for my F350, though my wife objects to the "old-fashioned" aesthetic, and I'm not sure that's going to change.

Question: How much does the floor stick out past the end of your bed - or the furthest point back if anything on the lower half of the camper sticks out past the floor? And do you have any idea how far the front floor of the camper sits from the front wall of your bed? I know you have a 6' 4" bed. My Superduty is 6'10" and I've been wondering if the Alaskan 650 would let me keep (and close) the tailgate.

A bit jealous you can use the tie-downs that attach to the bed. That's a no-go for the aluminum Ford bed. Hoping Alaskan and other camper manufactures can figure out how to use the new'ish Tork-Lift Apex tie downs that mount in the bed floor.

Will follow this thread with interest.

 

[SimplyAnAdventure]

Wow…. I thought I had the best looking truck/ camper set up a person could build…. Until I saw yours. That looks absolutely amazing! Those Alaska campers seem to be on a serious resurgence. I love it, congratulations!!

 

[2Toyotas]

Lookin good!

 

[AbleGuy]

Thank you/No thank you….for ruining my day.

I was fairly happy when I woke up this morning.

Life was good, I felt completely at peace with my world.

As I pondered my life over a cup of java, I felt fully satisfied that I finally had everything I wanted/needed to continue enjoying my simple retirement.

And then I had the misfortune to stumble across this thread.

I was immediately mesmerized by the very enticing pictures of this beautifully matched, incredibly designed combo.

A matched set in Charcoal Gray! How brilliant a choice!

Unfortunately, the seen could not be unseen, and the sin of Lust once again has returned to my newly tortured mind and scalded eyeballs.

You should have been thoughtful enough to prominently post a trigger warning on your title, damn it!

The once muted static of envy has loudly turned back on in my head and I find I am no longer content with my life after all!

I realize I have been conning myself about happiness and the acquisition of shiny new ‘things’..

Emotionally, the amazing build in this thread has now become an uncomfortable sharp rock in my shoe.

I may as well complete my ************ day now and follow suit by making an appointment with my dentist, for some expensive and painful oral surgery.

Yeah, thanks for posting…


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[Atl-atl]

Looks great! An Alaskan has been on the potential list for my F350, though my wife objects to the "old-fashioned" aesthetic, and I'm not sure that's going to change.

Question: How much does the floor stick out past the end of your bed - or the furthest point back if anything on the lower half of the camper sticks out past the floor? And do you have any idea how far the front floor of the camper sits from the front wall of your bed? I know you have a 6' 4" bed. My Superduty is 6'10" and I've been wondering if the Alaskan 650 would let me keep (and close) the tailgate.

A bit jealous you can use the tie-downs that attach to the bed. That's a no-go for the aluminum Ford bed. Hoping Alaskan and other camper manufactures can figure out how to use the new'ish Tork-Lift Apex tie downs that mount in the bed floor.

Will follow this thread with interest.

Alaskan or Truck Camper Garage would be able to answer with more confidence if you can fit a 650 with your tailgate. I think it will be close. As for measurements, when TCG installed it they trimmed down the "bumpers" on the front of the camper so that it only sits 3/4" from the front of the bed. When Alaskan installs them, they put the camper about 1 1/2" from the front of the bed. The true length of the camper floor is exactly 80" but there are a number of items that are on the back wall that stick out further, such as the lock core for the back door, propane cabinet latch, water fill port etc. The floor of the camper sticks out about 5 3/4" from the inside edge of the back of my bed but the stuff on the back wall sticks out another 1-2 inches.

 

[SDDiver5]

You in So Cal now? Pretty sure the first pic of the camper on the trailer is at my exit in San Diego.

Edit: Ah, I see you picked up at TCG.

 

[Art Vandalay]

Alaskan or Truck Camper Garage would be able to answer with more confidence if you can fit a 650 with your tailgate. I think it will be close. As for measurements, when TCG installed it they trimmed down the "bumpers" on the front of the camper so that it only sits 3/4" from the front of the bed. When Alaskan installs them, they put the camper about 1 1/2" from the front of the bed. The true length of the camper floor is exactly 80" but there are a number of items that are on the back wall that stick out further, such as the lock core for the back door, propane cabinet latch, water fill port etc. The floor of the camper sticks out about 5 3/4" from the inside edge of the back of my bed but the stuff on the back wall sticks out another 1-2 inches.
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Thank you so much for the super helpful reply!

 

[canoematt]

wow oh wow, this setup is looking good! (i've followed your treads on CK5).
This rig should be turn key, reliable, and comfortable. I look forward to a few trip reports.

 

[Atl-atl]

wow oh wow, this setup is looking good! (i've followed your treads on CK5).
This rig should be turn key, reliable, and comfortable. I look forward to a few trip reports.

Thanks! Thats cool you are on here and CK5. Hopefully I be able to finish Blazer FWC #2 soon.