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Home2018August

Month: August 2018

Truck Camper Mods

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]

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10 Best Short-Bed Truck Campers for One-Ton F350-3500 Trucks

August 27, 2018

So you’re interested in buying a hard-side truck camper to haul on a one-ton SRW short-bed truck. If you already have the truck, you chose wisely. Today’s one-ton SRW truck is capable of hauling most [read more]

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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]

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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]

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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]

Truck Camper News

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]

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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]

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