Four Wheel Camper Installation Question

[aquajoc730]

Hi Everyone,

I’m planning on buying someone’s used Four Wheel Camper Project M (Tundra to F-150). The FWC shop in SoCal quoted me $1500 to install the camper to my truck. If I want to take it to a local shop and do it on my own, they recommend an installation kit ($360) that includes a long list of random items (see attached pic). First, for anyone having been in my situation, should I just bite the bullet, pay the ridiculous installation fee, and get the camper mounted at the FWC shop? Or, is it worth doing this at a local shop with the kit? Also, is the kit even necessary? Second, does anyone know of a shop in Orange County that’s had experience installing an FWC unit? Any help in doing this right (and maybe saving money along the way) will be greatly appreciated!

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[simple]

Have you searched for an installation video? That list of parts looks like widely available items so if you don't need them all you could purchase individually.

 

[aquajoc730]

I’ve checked and haven’t found much…


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[OverlandNA]

This link provides printed instructions for older units plus FWC gives 2 links for newer videos.

FWC Install Instructions - Four Wheel Camper Discussions

Page 1 of 2 - FWC Install Instructions - posted in Four Wheel Camper Discussions: I hope this isnt Top Secret/Classified info, but I found this in the FWC folder I recieved with my camper and thought it might be helpful/might answer a few questions/etc. (if this is already here or somone at FWC...

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[Sparse Gray Hackle]

“The FWC shop in SoCal quoted me $1500 to install the camper to my truck.“

That price is ludicrous! Go look for another brand like Topo Topper or SuperPacific.

 

[aquajoc730]

I actually have the SuperPacific. It’s time for me to move to a larger setup due to my growing family (5 people).


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[Sparse Gray Hackle]

If you want to get away from the Wedge, a Topo Topper might be a better option, or maybe an ATC slide in.

 

[aquajoc730]

I’ve checked out all the options. Their narrow profile, like my SuperPacific, makes them way too cramped for a family of five. Only the Project M and Tune M1 have the interior width to allow five to actually fit and sleep. Anyway, I’ve got a Project M lined up to buy used for a great price, so now I just need to figure out an affordable way to get it installed. I appreciate the recommendations for a different camper, but they’re not helpful. I’m going with a Project M for sure and need some advice on the installation. So far lots of people have recommended Basil’s Garage in Vista, CA, so I’m going to start there.


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[Sparse Gray Hackle]

Got it. If Basil’s doesn’t work out, another install option would be to check with truck canopy dealers. Have fun with your new camper.

 

[aquajoc730]

Thanks!


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