Possible Habitat Advice

[MSGGrunt]

Good idea or bad idea to consider a freezer/cooler truck box as the basis for a camper build? Size is 8'x16'. Not sure on the weight but given a freezer/cooler box I would bet heavier than a "normal" box. $2,500 US seems reasonable if the FG140 long wheelbase model can handle the weight. Ideally a composite box that is lighter would be better, but? I wasn't going to go a full camper build, but if the freezer boxes make a good base for a camper build because of how they are insulated I may change my mind or if too heavy to start with I may ditch the idea.

 

[luthj]

They can be. They are usually very weather resistant and well insulated.

 

[gator70]

I almost went this route. There is a better one at 14ft. (this one was in good condition, for sale for $3000)

 

[SkiFreak]

It will keep you nice and cool in Summer.

The box will obviously be a lot lighter when you take that boat anchor off the front. Might ever be able to onsell it.
A standalone unit like this may not be the lightest option out there, but I would think they would be ideal as a removable camper setup, which is what you will be doing.
Bit of work replacing the barn doors at the rear, but easier than building an entire box.

 

[MSGGrunt]

My thoughts exactly SkiFreak. I was away from the truck when I saw this add and it seems Gator70 is correct, 14' would probably be a better fit. A 16' box would be extending about 6 1/2' past the rear axle centerline.