Truck Mods

We recently received this question from Joe in Vermont about the alternator charging circuit in his Cirrus 800 truck camper: Hi Mike! We have a 2014 Ram 3500 and a 2016 Cirrus 800. While doing [read more]

We are all shaped by our own experience. My road less traveled for a then 23-year-old began in 1967 with a 1949 Willys Jeep Overland Utility Wagon with a tired Chevy 265 V8, 5.38 pigs, [read more]

It’s amazing how quickly things can happen. Often they can happen in the flash of an eye. It was the summer of 2019. We were vacationing in the Truck Camper Adventure Rig, headed toward Hurricane [read more]

Hellwig Suspension Products debuted its “Attainable Adventure” 2019 Ford Ranger XLT at the recent 2019 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. This solar-powered exploration vehicle is equipped with a pop-top tent, a bed-mounted kitchen, two Specialized [read more]

The bane of most truck campers is the lack of storage. While many solutions to solve this vexing problem exist, this backseat drawer system modification, by Jeff Gunn, is one of the best. On October [read more]

Hellwig Products, an industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, recently released its bolt-on air spring suspension system for 2017-2019 Ford F-350 and F-450 dually pickup trucks. The Big Wig’s 5,600-pound springs allow [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]

Hellwig Products, an industry-leader and manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, has just released its bolt-on, three-way adjustable Big Wig rear sway bar for 2019 Ford F-450 dually pickup trucks. This sway bar [read more]

Oregon-based SherpTek, quality manufacturer of custom modular truck beds, just launched a smaller, overland-style truck bed ideal for today’s pop-up truck camper. Not only is this new aluminum truck bed more compact and more capable [read more]

Torklift International just released a stainless steel version of its popular StableLoad upgrade for 3/4-ton and one-ton trucks equipped with leaf spring rear axle suspensions. The StableLoad works by “pre-activating” the stabilizing effect already designed [read more]

Washington-based Torklift International just announced the release of the newest edition to its heavy-duty towing line—the SuperHitch Cannon, the only receiver extension for new Ford trucks. “Since 2017 Ford Motor Company has been producing Super-Duty [read more]

When it comes to properly outfitting your truck camper rig, few things are more important than your tires. Like we always say, everything is riding on them, literally. Indeed, a good set of tires connects [read more]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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]

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

Looking for a smoother, more sophisticated ride for your truck camper rig? Then you’ll want to take a serious look at the top-notch air ride suspension systems offered by Kelderman Manufacturing. To learn more about [read more]

I had the pleasure of meeting Dorian Hartfield, Buckstop Truckware’s director of marketing and sales, at the recent Overland Expo West. For the show, Dorian displayed three of the company’s most popular winch bumpers, including [read more]

Is your truck camper rig sagging too much in the rear or in need of extra sway support? If the answer is, yes, then you’ll want to check out this article by Michael King who [read more]

The EarthRoamer luxury expedition vehicle—everybody wants one, but at $438,000 for the “base model” few can afford it. If you’re not familiar with the EarthRoamer XV-LTS, it’s an amazing piece of engineering. Imagine a solar-powered [read more]

If your truck camper rig is suffering from an acute case of rear sag or sway, the good folks at Hellwig manufacture a variety of suspension products to cure these troublesome ailments. In an effort [read more]

The suspension system is vital to the ride and safety of your truck camper rig. The suspension includes not only your truck’s wheels and tires, but also your truck’s springs, shocks, and steering. All are [read more]

Contemplating an upgrade to your truck’s drivetrain, tires, or suspension? Then you’ll want to check out this fascinating and informative read by Lance owner and off-road guru, Jeff Reynolds. Jeff outlines the steps, the “nuts [read more]

Already own a three-quarter-ton pickup truck and can’t afford to buy a one-ton truck to haul a truck camper? Then you’ll want to take a look at this article by reader Michael King. Michael lays [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]

Looking for a quick and easy way to improve the off-road performance of your truck camper rig? Try airing down your tires. Sure, you can spend big bucks on flashy, double barrel shocks, on locking [read more]

Few things are more important to the safety of your family and your truck than your tires. The trouble is, there is a lot of misinformation and complacency out there. Few people really know the [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]

Interested in upgrading your truck’s alternator wiring to charge your camper’s batteries more quickly and efficiently? Cal Willis, who holds a degree in physics, provides us with the details of his heavy-duty charge system installation. [read more]

Last week, I had a complete set of wheels and tires installed on my 2013 Ram 3500. I want my truck to be ready and to look good when I pickup my new Northstar Laredo [read more]

A video of my new Buckstop Classic III winch bumper and Warn 16.5ti heavy duty winch. If your plans include going off-road, then having a heavy duty bumper and winch are a must.

Most people know how critical wheels and tires are to truck handling and safety, but the truck’s suspension system is important, too. The suspension system consists of coil springs and leaf springs as well as [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]

After a few recent close calls with deer and elk, I decided it was time to do something about it. If your truck is like mine, your front grill is made of plastic, not much [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]

I recently received the following question about shock absorbers and ride stability when hauling a truck camper: Hi Mike, I wanted to contact you on your choice of Shocks. I have been looking at three: [read more]

One of the great things about owning a truck camper is the ability to tow things like boats, trailers, and Jeeps. With several trips planned for the winter and spring, getting our 2004 Jeep Wrangler [read more]