Product Reviews

Each and every one of us has experienced it at one time or another—the blinding rays of the sun while behind the wheel. Not only can these blinding rays be an annoyance, they can also [read more]

After attending the Truck Camper Adventure Rally in Quartzsite last month, we decided to empty our RV waste/gray water holding tanks at home using our Flojet Portable RV Waste Pump.  Even though we had owned [read more]

When it comes to boondocking and exploring off-grid in your camper, few things are more important than your 12 volt batteries. This power is needed to run everything from your refrigerator, furnace, and water pump [read more]

One of the benefits of owning a truck camper is the ability to use it dismounted from the truck. Unfortunately, dismounted campers tend to be bit wobbly and unstable like a newborn colt. The issue [read more]

For many of us, reliable cell phone service is not only a nicety, it’s a necessity. Yes, the truck camper allows us to get away and relax, but a good number us still work and [read more]

Life is full of choices. Truck camper options are no different. One option we really debated when we ordered our camper was the oven. We liked the idea of having an oven, but hated the [read more]

So you’re thinking about buying a set of all-terrain tires for your truck camper rig. That’s great that you’re doing research beforehand, because when it comes to buying tires, most people put very little thought [read more]

The Overland Expo is the most unique event for DIY adventure travel enthusiasts in the world and one of Truck Camper Adventure’s favorites. While the countless vehicle builds and classes deservedly take center stage, the [read more]

Whew! We’ve been working overtime here at Truck Camper Adventure lately. As part of our recent Expion360 Viper lithium battery upgrade, we just installed a Go Power GP-SW1500TS Pure Sine Wave Inverter. Having a powerful, [read more]

Getting a quality night’s sleep in today’s truck camper is often difficult. When you consider that one-third of each day is spent in bed, that’s unfortunate. Truck camper manufacturers have outfitted their campers with big [read more]

Having a way to “do” your business conveniently is a must for anyone who enjoys truck camping. Indeed, truck camper manufacturers have gone out of their way to design campers with adequate bathroom facilities without [read more]

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]

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

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]

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]

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]

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]

The unexpected encounter early in the night left us rattled. It was around 9:30pm. We were boondocking in the Prescott National Forest a few miles outside of Mayer, a small town located in north central [read more]

Truck Camper Adventure recently announced an exciting partnership with Zamp Solar, an American company based out of Bend, Oregon. With this partnership, we are planning several upgrades to the Truck Camper Adventure rig’s 240 watt [read more]

I’ve owned my Ram 3500 for three years and my Northstar Laredo for two and have hated not having some kind of cover to protect them from the elements. Things like ultraviolet rays, dirt, bird [read more]

I recently installed a battery monitor and a solar power system in my 25C9.4SB Bigfoot truck camper. There are many reviews of battery monitors and solar charge controllers on the Internet. What makes this particular [read more]

The aftermarket fender flare has become a very popular modification over the years. The primary function of the fender flare is to provide more tire coverage. This extra coverage not only prevents rocks from being [read more]

A product doesn’t need to be flashy or new to serve an important function in your truck camper rig. Such is the case with the Xantrex LinkLITE, a 12 volt battery monitor first introduced in [read more]

Without a doubt, rear sag and sway are the most common suspension issues for trucks hauling truck campers. Rear sag occurs when a truck is either over matched or when a truck is hauling a [read more]

One of the great things about solar power is how easy it is to use. As long as the sun is out you’ll get a free and renewable source of energy that’s not only clean [read more]

Airing down our tires when we go off-road is a truck camper ritual that happens more often than not. The improvement that it makes to ride quality and performance is so significant, it’s silly not [read more]

Every once in a while, I come across a new RV product that is simple in concept yet meets an important need. The Plug Saver from GR Innovations is one such product. Indeed, the concept [read more]

I think we’ve all seen the Torklift advertisement at one time or another. The ad is about Torklift’s FastGun, their popular, spring-loaded, lever-action turnbuckle. On the right side of the ad are two photos of [read more]

Ah, the good ‘ole days. It wasn’t that long ago when having a 240 watt solar power system in my truck camper was the bees knees. The occasional use of a light, the water pump, [read more]

I don’t know about you, but I’ve never been a fan of the traditional aluminum and glass slider window found in today’s recreational vehicle. It often sticks, making it difficult to open, is hard to [read more]

There’s no doubt about it, there isn’t a truck camper feature more polarizing than the Thetford cassette toilet. You either love it or you hate it. We’ve owned seven RV’s over the years and our [read more]

Of all the electronic devices found in today’s RV, few are more essential than the modern inverter. This is especially true for those of us who prefer to camp off-the-grid and still work. My truck [read more]

Of all the resources found in today’s recreational vehicle, water is, by far, the most precious. This is especially true for boondocking enthusiasts who prefer to camp in remote, faraway places and for overlanders who [read more]

The Torklift GlowStep is the gold standard when it comes to the aluminum folding step for RV’s. No other aluminum folding step maintains its strength and shape better than the GlowStep. I’ve owned my set [read more]

Well, it’s finally here! After waiting 10 long, excruciating weeks, I finally received my Buckstop Classic III winch bumper. Along with the bumper, I installed two PIAA 520 ATP head lamps and a Warn 16.5ti [read more]

I just finished installing a complete set of Torklift Talons on my truck. What are Talons? Well, if you’re familiar with Torklift International’s frame mounted tie down system for truck campers, Talons are simply the [read more]

It was like a scene out of the Robin Williams comedy film, RV. We had just spent the weekend camping with family and friends. All of the girls had used our bathroom over the weekend, [read more]

Did you know that the first recorded use of a windwheel was in the first century by the Greeks? Widespread use of windmills, however, didn’t occur until the 13th century in Europe when they were [read more]

Without a doubt, elevation is one of the most important aspects to finding a great boondocking location. For instance, if you want to avoid summer temperatures in the 90s, you’ll want to camp at an [read more]

The sway bar is a critical component of a truck’s suspension system. Its purpose is to keep the truck’s body from rolling or swaying while turning. Most of today’s pickup trucks come with a factory [read more]

During a camp out on Mt. Graham four months ago, we were exposed to a pretty intense monsoon in the middle of the night. I had inspected the roof of the camper during the spring [read more]

Next to its superb Fastgun turnbuckles, Torklift International’s Tie Down system might just be the crown jewel of the company’s extensive product lineup. The Torklift Tie-Down System consists of four independent, frame-mounted tie down receivers [read more]

With a capacity of only 30 gallons of fresh water in my Wolf Creek truck camper, I’m always looking for ways to save water and reduce consumption. This is why I was intrigued when I [read more]

Turnbuckles are essential pieces of hardware in truck camper ownership. They act as the “middleman,” securing the truck camper to the tie-down system of the truck. While simple chain and turnbuckle systems are cheap and [read more]

Did you know that 60 percent of all storage compartments found in today’s RVs have the same CH751 locks and keys? No, that isn’t a typo—60 percent! Done solely to reduce costs, the generic CH751 [read more]

When it comes to survival, it’s important to know the Rule of Threes—you can live three weeks without food, but you can only live three days without water. We keep an emergency supply of food, [read more]

Most of the us look forward to the summer when we can get out and camp in our RVs, but with the summertime come higher temperatures. Depending on the location, this can bring temperatures in [read more]