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A collection of truck camper specific articles on pickup trucks including information on payload and tow ratings.

Truck Campers

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]

Trucks

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]

Trucks

The New 2019 Ford Ranger Promises to be Off-Road Ready

May 11, 2018

Ford just announced that rigorous testing is underway on the new 2019 Ford Ranger pickup truck. According to the press release, Ranger testing is based on the same proven standards of the highly successful Ford [read more]

Trucks

2018 Ford F-150 Boasts Impressive 30 MPG Highway Rating

April 27, 2018

The 2018 Ford F-150’s first 3.0L Power Stroke diesel engine officially boasts EPA-estimated ratings of 30 mpg highway, 22 mpg city and 25 mpg combined. These are the highest EPA-estimated ratings available in a full-size [read more]

Trucks

The 2019 Ram 1500 Offers Higher Payload and New Off-Road Package

April 11, 2018

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is now shipping the brand new 2019 Ram 1500 pickup truck to dealerships nationwide. As promised, the new pickup is both lighter and stronger and features several enhancements compared to previous [read more]

Trucks

Ford Issues Two Safety Recalls for the 2017-18 F-150 Truck

April 8, 2018

Ford Motor Company just issued a safety recall in North America for approximately 350,000 2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition vehicles with 10-speed automatic transmissions as well as 2018 Ford F-650 and F-750 vehicles [read more]

Trucks

2019 Chevy Silverado Features New Trailboss Off-Road Trim Level

February 5, 2018

After years of playing it safe with a more traditional approach, it looks like Chevrolet is finally changing things up for the Silverado 1500. Chevrolet unveiled the new pickup a few weeks ago in Texas [read more]

Trucks

Ford Adds New 3.0L Diesel to 2018 F-150 Lineup

January 15, 2018

Ford officially announced the release of an all-new 3.0L Power Stroke turbo diesel V6 for the 2018 Ford F-150 pickup truck. The long-awaited diesel, engineered by the same team that built the 6.7L Power Stroke [read more]

Trucks

Chevy to Unveil All-New Silverado 4500HD and 5500HD

January 8, 2018

Chevrolet announced today that it will reveal its all-new Silverado Class 4 and 5 chassis cab trucks at The Work Truck Show 2018, scheduled to take place March 6-9 at the Indianapolis Convention Center. The [read more]

Truck Camper News

Fiat Chrysler Issues Safety Recall for 1.5M Trucks

December 25, 2017

FCA is voluntarily recalling an estimated 1.48 million Ram trucks in the U.S. to help prevent occupants from inadvertently moving the vehicles’ gear-shifters out of the “park” position. This recall is limited to trucks equipped [read more]

Truck Mods

Riding on Air: A Primer on Kelderman Suspension Systems

December 14, 2017

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]

Trucks

2018 Ford F-Series Super Duty to Deliver More Torque and Power

December 5, 2017

Ford Motor Company just announced that their 2018 lineup of F-Series Super Duty pickup trucks will be more capable than ever—thanks to a newly upgraded 6.7-liter Power Stroke diesel engine. “Super Duty customers expect the [read more]

Truck Camper News

Ford Issues Safety Recall for 2015-17 F-150 and 2017 Super Duty Trucks

October 23, 2017

Ford Motor Company just issued a safety recall in North America. The recall affects approximately 1.3 million 2015-17 F-150 and 2017 Super Duty vehicles in North America to add a water shield to side door [read more]

Trucks

2018 Ford F-450 Sets Bar for Luxury, Technology, and Payload

October 2, 2017

Ford Motor Company recently pulled the wraps off of a new F-Series Super Duty Limited that sets new luxury standards for high-end heavy-duty truckers. With pricing at $87,100, the F-450 (DRW) Limited delivers technology and [read more]

Trucks

FCA Announces Major Recall of Ram 2500 and 3500 Trucks

September 25, 2017

FCA just announced a major recall of an estimated 443,712 U.S.-market heavy-duty pickups and medium-duty trucks to inspect and replace, if necessary, faulty water pumps. Affected trucks include model-year 2013-17 Ram 2500 and 3500 pickups; [read more]

Trucks

Colorado ZR2 Makes Competition Debut in America’s Longest Off-Road Race

August 18, 2017

Chad Hall of Hall Racing will debut a modified 2017 production Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 during Best in the Desert’s General Tire “Vegas to Reno” race presented by FOX. “Vegas to Reno,” known as “the longest [read more]

Trucks

FCA Issues Emissions Recall for 2013-2014 Ram 3500 Trucks

August 14, 2017

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) recently issued an important emission recall for 2013-2014 model year Ram 3500 trucks equipped with the 6.7L Cummins turbo diesel engine. The recall, designated T05, is quoted here in its entirety: [read more]

Trucks

Ford Issues Safety Recall for Certain 2014 F-150’s

July 31, 2017

Ford Motor Company just issued a safety recall for approximately 117,000 Ford F-150, E-Series, Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles to replace improperly tempered seat, seatback, seatbelt and/or seatbelt buckle attaching bolts. If a seat, seatback [read more]

Maintenance and Repairs

‘Bullet Proofing’ Your Navistar 6.0L Power Stroke Turbo Diesel

July 13, 2017

If you own a Ford truck powered by the Navistar 6.0L Power Stroke turbo diesel, you’ve come to the right place. In this interview with spoke with Bullet Proof Diesel’s Director of Marketing, Jeff Dahlin. [read more]

Trucks

Grading the 2017 Ram Power Wagon

June 22, 2017

Time sure flies. Its been 12 years since Ram re-reintroduced the Power Wagon, the company’s purpose-built, 3/4-ton off-road pickup, to the public. The truck enjoyed an uninterrupted run in popularity from 1946 to 1981, when [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Bushwacker Pocket Fender Flare

June 15, 2017

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]

Trucks

Ford Raptor Features New Cutting-Edge Transfer Case

June 5, 2017

When the updated F-150 Raptor hit showrooms last fall, few could foresee the extent of the innovations beyond its high-output engine and new skin. Along with all the power and agility gains came the most [read more]

Rallies and Shows

Nissan Unveils Modified Titan XD Pro-4X at 2017 Overland Expo

May 15, 2017

Nissan recently took the wraps off a specially modified 2017 Titan XD Pro-4X 4×4 called “Project Basecamp.” Designed as a dream project vehicle for overlanding enthusiasts, the Project Basecamp was on display last weekend at [read more]

Trucks

2018 Ford F-150 Gets Redesign and New Diesel

April 24, 2017

Ford recently announced that its 2018 F-150 will not only get a redesign, but it will also come with a first-ever diesel option. The 2018 update will include bold new front and rear styling, a [read more]

Trucks

Diesel vs Gas: The Pros and Cons for Truck Camper Rigs

April 6, 2017

So you’re interested in buying a pickup truck to haul a truck camper, but aren’t sure whether to get one with a diesel or a gas engine. You’re not alone. Many have struggled with or [read more]

Trucks

Ford Issues Safety Recall for 2017 F-250 Pickup Truck

April 3, 2017

Ford Motor Company has just issued a safety compliance recall for approximately 52,000 2017 Ford F-250 gasoline-powered 6.2-liter vehicles for unintended vehicle movement while in park. The recall affects only the 2017 F-250 truck with [read more]

Truck Camper News

Ram Announces New ‘RV Match’ Two-Tone Truck

March 24, 2017

Ram Truck unveiled a new exterior color shade for its Laramie Longhorn line of pickup trucks at the recently completed Dallas Auto Show. The new color, dubbed “RV Match Walnut Brown,” will serve as the [read more]

Truck Camper News

Chevy Announces 2017 Colorado ZR2 Off-Road Pickup

February 13, 2017

Chevrolet recently announced an off-road trim line version of its mid-size Colorado pickup called the ZR2. Based on its capabilities and features, the ZR2 will be able to do everything well—from traversing heavy two-track trails [read more]

Trucks

Another One-Ton Pickup Truck Lesson Learned

November 3, 2016

Truck Camper Adventure recently received this email from Chris Heatherton about his 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. His email provides serious food for thought for readers who are in the process of choosing a pickup truck [read more]

From the Editor

A Payload Warning about Ram 2500 Pickup Trucks

August 28, 2015

We recently received this email about matching the right pickup truck with a 1997 Lance 3000 Squire Truck Camper. Hi, Mike! I’m just getting started with the truck/camper set up and after reading your informative [read more]

Trucks

Quadratec LED Tail Light Modification

July 10, 2015

Tail lights are meant to be seen and my Jeep Wrangler’s lackluster, 17-year-old OEM tail lights were barely cutting it. Without a doubt, this was an upgrade that was needed not only for looks, but [read more]

Trucks

Converting MOPAR’s JK Tool Kit into a TJ Tool Kit

June 19, 2015

Have you ever wanted to remove your Jeep Wrangler hard top and/or doors when you were out and about on a beautiful day, but didn’t have the tools available to make it happen? Don’t fret. [read more]

Trucks

10 Reasons Why the Jeep Wrangler is Cool

June 12, 2015

Despite its poor fuel economy and mediocre safety ratings, the Jeep Wrangler continues to be a huge seller for the folks at MOPAR. What makes the Jeep Wrangler so popular with men and women of [read more]

Roads and Destinations

Arizona’s Bulldog Canyon 4×4 Jeep Trail

May 9, 2015

A couple of days ago, we had an opportunity to explore the nearby Bulldog Canyon OHV trails in our newly acquired 1998 Jeep Wrangler. That morning I just had a set of Rancho RS5000X shocks [read more]

Trucks

Stock Interiors Carpet Kit Installation and Review

May 1, 2015

What is the nastiest project that everyone who is restoring a car or truck will have to do at some point in time? If you said, replacing the carpet. You are correct. The job is [read more]

Trucks

Rancho Steering Stabilizer Upgrade

April 24, 2015

With the recent purchase of a 1998 Jeep Wrangler, swapping out the old OEM components that are prone to wearing out from age and use like shocks, fan belts, and hoses will be important. A [read more]

Trucks

Top 10 Craigslist Dos and Don’ts for Selling Jeeps

April 15, 2015

It seems like everyone has an opinion about Craigslist, the popular website for buying and selling. You either love it or hate it. I’m in the love it camp. It’s free, easy to use, and [read more]

Trucks

1998 Jeep Wrangler Sport Specifications

April 11, 2015

I. 1998 Jeep Wrangler Sport Chili Pepper Red Engine: 4.0L Inline 6 (180hp @4750 rpm,  220 pounds-foot torque @4000 rpm) Transmission: 3-speed automatic GVWR: 4,450 pounds Tires: BF Goodrich 31×10.50r15 A/T Fuel Tank Capacity: 19 [read more]

Trucks

Making the Switch: Review of the 2013 Ram 3500 Pickup Truck

February 6, 2015

One of the great things about this website is the interaction I get with readers. One question asked of me several times during 2014 is why I bought a new truck just two years after [read more]

Trucks

A Chevy Silverado 2500 Payload Warning

September 26, 2014

A few days ago, I received this surprising email from Steve in Utah about his brand new 2014 Chevy Silverado. Hi, Mike. I am in the process of buying my first truck camper and have [read more]

Maintenance and Repairs

Ram Service Bulletin 18-018-13 REV. D for the 6.7L Cummins Turbo Diesel

May 27, 2014

A few weeks ago, I took my 2013 Ram 3500 in to the local dealership to have a remote start installed and to investigate what might be causing some random check engine lights to come [read more]

Boot Camp

Choosing the Best Truck for Your Truck Camper (Updated)

February 7, 2014

Buying a new truck in today’s economy is a big deal. Depending on options and trim lines, a new truck can easily cost you well over $80,000. So before you pluck down those bucks, you [read more]

From the Editor

A Question About Half-Ton Pickup Truck Payload

August 19, 2013

This weekend I received the following question about hauling a hard-side truck camper on a half-ton, short-bed pickup truck. Hi, Mike! I have a 2000 Sierra 1500 short box pickup with less than 100,000 miles, [read more]

Preparedness

Making Your Own Jeep Survival Kit

August 11, 2013

In August 2012, the Discovery Channel debuted a reality survival TV show titled One Car Too Far. The five-part series featured former British special forces operative Gary Humphrey, self-proclaimed gear-head Bill Wu, and a 2002 [read more]

Roads and Destinations

Arizona’s Montana Mountain 4×4 Jeep Trail

February 18, 2013

If you’re looking for a moderately challenging 4×4 trail located in central Arizona that also offers beautiful landscapes and diverse terrain, then the Montana Mountain trail is made for you. Located in the world renowned [read more]

Trucks

TJ Jeep Wrangler Interior Modifications

January 5, 2013

One of the nice things about owning a Jeep Wrangler is how easy they are to modify and trick out. Indeed, there are numerous companies in business today which cater specifically to Jeep Wrangler owners. [read more]

Truck Mods

6 Easy Steps to Flat Tow a Jeep Wrangler

December 7, 2012

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]

Boot Camp

How to Raise the Payload Rating of Your Truck

August 22, 2012

When it comes right down to it, the pickup truck is built to really do one thing—haul cargo. Yes, some people use them to tow, but hauling cargo is what pickup trucks were built primarily [read more]

Trucks

Review of the 2011 Ford F-250 Pickup Truck

June 20, 2012

I considered myself pretty fortunate to be in the market for a new Ford F-250 in September 2011 to haul around my new camper. Not only were the 2012 models coming out soon, which motivated [read more]

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