2018 | Truck Camper Adventure

8 Great Overland Expedition Truck Camper Rigs

December 31, 2018

Building a great overland expedition truck camper rig can seem overwhelming at first. Everything from storage capacities, GVWRs, amp hours, and center of gravity to DC loads, BTUs, wheel ratings, and tank capacities need to [read more]

Buckstop Releases Vintage Rear Bumper With Spare Tire Carrier

December 28, 2018

Oregon-based Buckstop Incorporated, quality maker of front and rear bumpers for full-size pickup trucks, recently released a multipurpose rear bumper for vintage trucks, augmenting the already popular offering for newer trucks. Featuring clean lines reminiscent [read more]

Building a Great Overland Expedition Truck Camper Rig

December 24, 2018

So, you want to build a great overland expedition truck camper rig to explore the world and get far off the beaten path? We don’t blame you. A well-matched, properly outfitted truck camper rig will [read more]

Yet Another Supplemental Charging System for Camper Batteries

December 17, 2018

Managing your camper power consumption can be a bit challenging if you’re generally not plugged into shore power, especially with hungry loads like the compressor refrigerators we’ve had in our last two campers. Keeping the [read more]

In the Spotlight: The New EarthCruiser EXD Expedition Camper

December 10, 2018

Oregon-based EarthCruiser has been on a tear lately with several new offerings. Last year the company released its first slide-in truck camper called the GZL, a high-end, pop-up for mid-size and full-size trucks, and this [read more]

OVRLND Campers Releases First Pop-Up Truck Topper

December 7, 2018

Flagstaff, Arizona-based OVRLND Campers revealed its first pop-up truck topper at the 2018 Overland Expo, combining the functionality of a conventional pop-up slide-in with the versatility and weight of a basic truck topper. Unlike the [read more]

Review of the Atlas-46 Yorktown Tool Roll

December 3, 2018

The one emergency nearly all of us will face at one time or another is a roadside vehicle breakdown or mishap. Unfortunately, many truck camper owners are woefully unprepared for such emergencies and have only [read more]

New Jeep Gladiator Pickup Truck Revealed at LA Auto Show

November 28, 2018

It’s finally here! After years of whisperings of a Jeep Wrangler pickup truck being released, FCA is finally doing it by revealing the brand new Jeep Gladiator at the 2018 LA Auto show today. Previously [read more]

Owner Review of the Capri Retreat Truck Camper

November 26, 2018

Truck Camper Adventure is proud to present another truck camper review written by a guest author. In this insightful and informative piece, Joseph Reeves provides us with a Review of the Capri Retreat truck camper, [read more]

A Big Hand For the Mexican Mainland

November 19, 2018

No Labels I am not an Overlander. At least I no longer use that shackle as a definition. As labels go, Overlander may already have passed its sell-by date. Overlanding’s Australian bush travel origins being [read more]

Host Releases Tahoe Short-Bed Double-Slide Truck Camper

November 9, 2018

Oregon-based Host Industries, maker of luxury slide-in truck campers and expedition rigs, just released a new, double-slide, short-bed truck camper called the Tahoe SB. With its two, full wall slide-outs, large dry-bath, and 8-foot wide [read more]

We Need Your Reviews

November 7, 2018

Just a reminder, that we need your truck and truck camper reviews. Lots of them. We’ve published several reviews in the past, and more are in the pipeline, but we need more. What’s our philosophy [read more]

Review of the Dometic Midi-Heki Vent

November 5, 2018

Maintaining proper ventilation in your camper is important. Proper ventilation can not only keep your camper cooler in the summer, but it can also prevent condensation from accumulating inside in winter. Roof vents play a [read more]

In the Spotlight: The Phoenix Level Series Pop-Up Camper

October 29, 2018

2018 has been a terrific year in truck camper development with several new models being released. Among these are two, groundbreaking pop-ups—the Bundutec Wild and the Phoenix Level 1 or Level 2, previously known as [read more]

ExoHaul Reveals Revolutionary Toy Hauler Truck Camper

October 22, 2018

Utah-based ExoHaul Manufacturing just released a new truck camper toy hauler for full-size, short-bed trucks called the ExoHauler Mega. According to the company’s press release, the revolutionary camper not only can travel to favorite, out-of-the-way [read more]

AmericanTrucks Reviews New 2018 Ford F-150 Diesel

October 19, 2018

AmericanTruckspert, Justin Dugan, recently got his hands on a beautiful, brand-new F-150 Lariat SuperCrew with the new 3.0L V-6 Power Stroke Turbo Diesel, thanks to friends at Garnet Ford in West Chester, Pennsylvania. This highly-anticipated [read more]

Get Outfitted With American Expedition Vehicles

October 15, 2018

Thinking about investing in some performance upgrades for your truck? Then you’ll want to check out what American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) has to offer. Based out of Wixom, Michigan, AEV is a premier supplier of [read more]

Review of the Progressive Dynamics 4645V RV Converter-Charger

October 8, 2018

It’s really unfortunate. The standard converter-charger installed in most RVs and truck campers is pretty poor. Many campers get the basic WFCO 8945PEC 45 amp Power Center like the one that’s in our Northstar Laredo. [read more]

Four Wheel Camper Announces First-Ever Open House, Oct 6

October 3, 2018

Four Wheel Campers (FWC) will be holding its first-ever Open House at the FWC factory in Woodland, California, this Saturday, October 6, 2018 from 10am to 4pm. The Open House will include free tours of [read more]

Mello Mike’s The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly (Part I)

October 1, 2018

Truck Camper Adventure is proud to present Mello Mike’s The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly, an opinion piece covering current events in the truck and truck camper industries. In this first installment, Mello Mike [read more]

Chevy and AEV Launch New ZR2 Bison Mid-Size Off-Road Truck

September 28, 2018

Chevrolet just announced that the Colorado ZR2 Bison will join the company’s midsize truck lineup as an all-new off-road performance variant. The Bison will also be Chevy’s first collaboration with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), a [read more]

No Fear or Loathing in Mexico

September 24, 2018

It’s 1977. Spellbound moviegoers watch agents of the evil empire approach the droids in Star Wars. Feeling the need to protect his tin friends, Obi-Wan raises a wise hand and breathes the immortal line, “These [read more]

In the Spotlight: Hallmark Milner – DEFCO ‘Heavy-Duty Raptor’ Rig

September 17, 2018

We love truck campers here at Truck Camper Adventure. One of the best places to view the 4×4 variety is at the Overland Expo West. By far, the best truck camper rig on display at [read more]

Dual USB Charging Socket RV Modification

September 14, 2018

With the advent of smart phones, touch pads, and digital cameras, 12 volt USB charging sockets are not only in high demand in today’s homes, but also in today’s campers. Fortunately, truck camper manufacturers have [read more]

Grading the 2019 Ford Raptor

September 10, 2018

Ah, the Ford Raptor. The mere mention of the truck’s name evokes images of the wide-body beast slinging mud in the Baja 1000 and climbing steep rocks in Moab, Utah. There’s no doubt about it, [read more]

Transform Your Tacoma – $5,000 Parts Giveaway

September 7, 2018

Paoli, Pennsylvania-based ExtremeTerrain (XT), an online retailer of 1987+ Jeep Wrangler parts since 2014, just announced its first Toyota Tacoma-themed giveaway. The giveaway celebrates the addition of 2005+ Toyota Tacoma parts to the ecommerce auto [read more]

In the Spotlight: AT Overland Summit Truck Topper

September 3, 2018

The overland marketplace is hot. Without a doubt, the hottest trend in the overland world is the lightweight, pop-up truck camper. We’ve highlighted several of these smaller campers lately like the Outfitter Caribou Lite and [read more]

Bugs and Truck Camper Refrigerator Compartments

August 31, 2018

Our first two campers, back in the day, had the usual propane refrigerators. When they were screwed into position in their compartment there was a tight seal on the inside of the camper, bug-tight. Anything [read more]

A Mad Scientist’s Take on the Ultimate Electrical System (Part 2)

August 22, 2018

In the previous article, we got the fluff. Now it’s time to get into the weeds. First though, I need to make a disclaimer. I am not a Licensed Master Electrician, nor am I a [read more]

In the Spotlight: Alaskan 8.5 Flatbed Side Entry Camper

August 17, 2018

If the 2018 Overland Expo West is any indication of the future, the flatbed truck camper is here to stay. Numerous flatbed campers were on display at the annual show, including three brand new models, [read more]

Installation Report and Review of the Hellwig Big Wig Air Spring Kit

August 13, 2018

Rear sag is one of the most troublesome suspension issues associated with hauling a truck camper. Rear sag occurs when a truck is either overloaded or when a truck is hauling a load near its [read more]

K-Z Suspends Production of Livin’ Lite Aluminum Truck Campers

August 7, 2018

KZ RV has suspended production of all Livin’ Lite brands until further notice. Livin’ Lite, headquartered in Shipshewana, Indiana, is the manufacturer of ultra lightweight truck campers, tent campers, travel trailers, and toy haulers. Livin’ Lite’s Camplite [read more]

Jacob’s Excellent Boondocking Adventure

August 6, 2018

Full-timing and boondocking are two themes we’ve covered quite a bit here at Truck Camper Adventure. Jacob Kneeshaw, of Seattle, Washington, is accomplished at doing both. Jacob, and his dog, Abby, started full-timing in his [read more]

Red Rock Rebels

July 30, 2018

ALL BOW DOWN Utah. The staid Mormon state that slaps you in the eyes with every corner, every turn, every time. The beer is good; commonplace session ales that average 3.2 percent alcohol by weight, [read more]

2019 Ford F-150 Limited Gets Raptor’s High-Output EcoBoost V-6

July 27, 2018

The Ford Motor Company just announced that the 2019 F-150 Limited will be a lot more powerful thanks to the addition of Ford Raptor’s high-output 3.5L EcoBoost V-6 engine. The upgraded V-6 will still displace [read more]

In the Spotlight: Bundutec Wild Pop-Up Truck Camper

July 23, 2018

In the Top 8 Pop-Up Truck Campers For Half-Ton Trucks article that we published last year, we complained about the fact that none of the campers in the article came with a wet-bath. That’s no [read more]

A Mad Scientist’s Take on the Ultimate Electrical System (Part 1)

July 20, 2018

In previous electrical and solar power articles published by Truck Camper Adventure, we purposely simplified the systems and terminology to make it easier for novices to understand. In this article, written by Pat Davitt, we’ve [read more]

Top 9 All-Terrain Tires For Truck Camper Rigs

July 16, 2018

Overlanding is often described as self-reliant adventure travel to remote destinations where the journey is the primary goal. Having a 4×4 rig capable of reaching these remote destinations is key, of course, but having a [read more]

Review of the Scrubba Tactical Wash Bag

July 9, 2018

Unless you’re a nudist, doing the laundry is a necessary evil. The popularity of doing it ranks right up there with getting a colonoscopy, but it has to be done. Those lucky enough to have [read more]

Buckstop Bumpers: Serious Protection for You and Your Truck Camper Rig

July 6, 2018

I remember the day well. It was in May 2014. We were driving on Route 12 in southern Utah, twisting and turning our way on the down-slope of Boulder Mountain, when all of sudden they [read more]

Kid and Gypsy Enjoy Truck Camper Life Abroad

July 2, 2018

Interested in living full-time in a truck camper and exploring North, Central, and South America? Michel and Sabina Robitaille of Ontario, Canada are making that popular dream a reality. After planning this trip for a [read more]

Truck Camper Window Reflections

June 29, 2018

In the past 18 years my wife and I have owned four truck campers, different brands, trading as we became more experienced, wanted features, more room or wore one out. I never thought I’d ever [read more]

In the Spotlight: AEV’s Jeep Wrangler Outpost II

June 23, 2018

The 2018 Overland Expo was probably the best overland show we ever attended. Everything about it was perfect—the weather, the exhibits, the classes, and the rigs. Without a doubt, the Jeep Wrangler Outpost II by [read more]

Mello Mike’s Truck Camper Musings and News III

June 19, 2018

Truck Camper Adventure is proud to present Mello Mike’s Truck Camper Musings and News—a Truck Camper Adventure Editorial of sorts—about truck camper life and happenings in the truck and truck camper industries. This is a [read more]

SherpTek Releases Improved Modular Truck Bed for Truck Campers

June 16, 2018

Eugene, Oregon-based SherpTek, manufacturer of high-end, modular flatbeds for all size trucks, just released a new and improved truck bed offering several new features along with a 7,000-pound payload capacity. SherpTek unveiled the 9.5-foot truck [read more]

Best Expedition Truck Campers of the 2018 Overland Expo

June 11, 2018

It quickly becomes apparent after surveying the hundreds of vehicles at the Overland Expo that overland rigs come in all shapes and sizes. At the show, you’ll see everything from motorcycles, Land Rovers, and Jeeps [read more]

Jefe Explores California’s Anza Borrego

June 8, 2018

Truck Camper Adventure is proud to present this trip report by off-road guru and contributer, Jeff Reynolds (aka Jefe4x4). Anza Borrego Desert State Park is one of the best state parks in the entire country. [read more]

Review of the Torklift Lock and Load Maximum Security Cargo Tray

June 4, 2018

One of the biggest hassles hauling a generator on overland expeditions and campouts is where to store it. Unless you’re lucky enough to have a large truck camper with exterior storage, bringing along a generator [read more]

2019 Ford Raptor Will Feature Smarter Shocks and New Trail Control

May 31, 2018

Ford Motor Company recently announced that the 2019 F-150 Raptor off-road pickup will feature upgraded technology, including electronically controlled FOX shocks, a new Trail Control feature, and all-new Recaro sport seats. Ford claims that the [read more]

10 Best Truck Campers of the 2018 Overland Expo

May 25, 2018

Each May thousands of overland enthusiasts gather in Flagstaff, Arizona for the Overland Expo West. The annual event, which showcases hundreds of overland vehicles and products as well as an impressive schedule of workshops and [read more]