Truck Mods

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]

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]

PAOLI, Pennsylvania (January 9th, 2019) – In this episode of AmericanTrucks’ (AT) “The Haul”, Adam Maqboul installs a trio of bolt-on modifications to his 2016 Silverado LT equipped with 33-inch all-terrain tires and a 6-inch [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]

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]

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]

Truck Camper Adventure is pleased to present this interview with truck camper enthusiast and explorer Cal Willis. Known as “cewillis” on the truck camper forums, Cal has been exploring national parks and off-road trails since [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]

For consumers looking to buy a new RV, most never consider a truck camper and we think that’s a serious mistake. Today’s truck campers possess the same accouterments as the finest motorhomes and fifth wheels [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]

When it comes to truck campers and extreme boondocking, few people have gained more knowledge and experience than Bryan Appleby. Known on the Internet forums as “bka0712,” Bryan has been a full-time RV’er since 2009. [read more]

When it comes to extreme truck campers (XTC’s) and exploring off-road, few people know more than Jeffrey Reynolds. Known as Jefe 4×4 on the Internet forums, Jeff embarked on his first off-road adventure in 1965 [read more]

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]

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]

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]