Best Camper Shells

[Desert_Roaming]

I've been searching for a used Callen camper but since they're long defunct I'm thinking it's not the best option right now. I've used A.R.E. shells for my work and private trips. I'm looking for a high top version and any current users feedback and suggestions.
I'm open to other brands or models,

 

[rruff]

Custom Camper Shells

Custom Camper Shells

belairshells.com

<$6,000

 

[Desert_Roaming]

Custom Camper Shells

Custom Camper Shells

belairshells.com

<$6,000

Very nice. Is that a Belair shell from your tagline?

 

[Desert_Roaming]

A little bit taller version of my old shell is what I'm looking for or similar. The Belair shells are interesting and I'll be looking at those too.

 

[Wyo37]

Tufport shells look nice. Never owned one though. I've always had A.R.E.

 

[rruff]

Very nice. Is that a Belair shell from your tagline?

No, that's home made. No experience with Belair, but I'm sure you can find some online.

Tufport shells look nice. Never owned one though. I've always had A.R.E.

They are slide-ins, and pretty heavy.

 

[chet6.7]

I don't know if it is accurate but some claim the Belair shells are made by U S A Camper Shell.

 

[rruff]

I think you are right...

 

[Czechsix]

I can't recall the name right now, but when I was looking around I found a place in Idaho that did a very similar design to the Callen. Same steel frame, insulation, etc. Maybe that'll give you a lead. I did manage to eventually find a used Callen, so they're out there. Concentrate your search in the San Diego area.

 

[Czechsix]

Another thing that comes to mind is: are you looking for a Callen due to the steel frames and durability? Or for another reason?

One thing I will say about the Callen units (but I've had a grand total of two for a sample size), is the wiring is something that you should plan on going through. I'm probably going to wind up reskinning mine within the next couple of years, but when I had opened it up a few years back the wiring was in a helluva state.

 

[Waltzing Matilda]

Realizing this is an old thread…but curious about your Callen wiring concerns.

I’ve had this Callen shell since 2013 and every time I turn on the interior or porch light I give a silent thanks that things are still working.

Likewise, the running lights on the outside are solid… so far.

So I was curious where you’re located, and if the conditions are harsher than those in Southern California/Mexico.