We’re finding it necessary to settle down in place, so we’ve decided to sell our beautiful 2022 Host Mammoth and 2022 Ford F-550. The Host Mammoth has been featured on Truck Camper Adventure many times, and for good reason. We love the space and versatility, and have enjoyed so many parks and off-road locations that are simply not accessible with another kind of RV. I wish I had a dollar for every time someone exclaimed, “holy heck, that cabover has three pop-outs! Wow!” It’s always good for a chuckle!
As reviewed May 13, 2024 right here on truckcamperadventure.com, “Host Industries’ best selling camper, the Host Mammoth 11.6 is also a personal favorite with Truck Camper Adventure readers due to its sheer size and magnificent layout. Part of what makes the Host Mammoth so attractive is that it features three slide-outs, providing an amazing 180 square feet of living space.” We set out to have the nicest truck camper experience possible: hence the Mammoth, with the Extreme Off-grid Solar package, the F-550 with the Liquid Spring suspension (front and rear – and TruEarth upgrade!), and the StableCamper boxes and stability kit. (Jared at StableCamper was a huge help since we were rank newbies!). Once we were on the road, we took advantage of learning from articles and Facebook groups and upgraded and improved whenever it seems like a good idea. Our major mods include a new RecPro Houghton A/C, ceramic coating, the LiquidSpring Tru-Earth self-leveling upgrade and a 5th solar panel. There is a full list of mods and improvements below.
We actually started out on an F-350 diesel but after one cross-country trip, we changed our minds and were able to fairly quickly swap it out for a new 550 gasser, CM flatbed and the LQ suspension. The result was much more stability, a lot less hassle and tons more storage! We’ve traveled all over the Mountain West and, while the power difference is clear, since we don’t tow a boat or such we’ve found that we’re really fine without the diesel.
Here are the specs in bullet form (and the Host order sheet is also attached):
- Mammoth: Pecan decor, king bed, one corner wardrobe, “Off Grid Extreme” 720 AH Solar Package w/additional (5th) solar panel installed by Host; Truma on-demand water heater; fireplace with electric heater; two TVs; digital tank monitors; “SolarCool glass” windows; Microwave/convection oven; 6-foot couch w/hi-lo table; rear couch footrest; Sat-dish coax cables; Gateway router; bedside 12v and USB charging outlets; Thetford three-burner cooktop; keyless entry; power side awning; tall gen compartment; basement slide tray; gas plumbing for BBQ.
- Add-ons, modifications and Improvements: – Froli sleep system for under-mattress air flow, – Bob Moses Ceramic Coating, – second Ford factory Rear View Camera installed on camper, – new Norcold N10 fridge by Camping World 3/2024, – Custom-built switch installed in truck box for easy switching between the camper and truck bed cameras when the camper is off, – StableCamper stabilization kit (with hanging hardware in truck box), – Cel-Fi GO-M cell phone booster with Yagi directional antenna and Flagpole Buddy pole, – IRVWPC intelligent water pump controller, – new RecPro Houghton 13.5k AC (so much quieter!), – new Maxxfan with auto-rain detection, – replaced foam padding in both bench cushions; • added safety kill switch for jacks;
- Added shelves in bedroom closet
- Added basement slide safety pin
- All New tires: TWP front Michelin Agilis HDZ; four rear Yokohama YK-HDX
- Ford F-550 Lariat 4×4 Crew Cab 179” WB – Purchased May 2022. Currently 33,000 miles – 7.3 L gas V8, 10-spd, 4.88 ratio – 18,000 pounds GVWR Pkg. Agate Black, Black Onyx Interior; 12” display; factory rear-view camera installed in bed, Console Vault Safe, block heater, skid plates, rain sensing wipers, remote start, memory seat, heated & vented front seats, upfitter switches, etc. (all the Lariat features). All scheduled maintenance done by Ford dealer.
- CM Truck Beds Steel Flatbed 9’4”/94” – with Ford factory rear view camera & “StableCamper” storage boxes and liners, bed backstop and stake-pocket mounts.
- TST Tire Pressure Monitoring Kit
- Liquid Spring Suspension: both front and rear kits (plus “Tru-Earth Leveling” upgrade installed June 2024).
Our total initial investment, not counting the many add-ons and improvements was $192,906 ($94,835 for the camper and $98,071 for the truck, including bed, boxes, suspension and stability kit). We think someone would do very well to buy the combo since they are matched so well, but we are willing to sell the separately (but only if the camper sells first). We are asking $147,895 for the rig, or $72,995 for the Mammoth and $74,900 for the truck. The rig is located in Tucson, Arizona. Contact Michael at michaelk75rt@yahoo.com or text me at 406-272-2424.
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