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Product News and Reviews

Air Lift Releases New Loadlifter 5000 Air Spring for Ford F-150 Raptor

November 29, 2024

Aftermarket air suspension manufacturer Air Lift Company is now offering a new LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate with Air Spring Cradle for the 2021-2024 Ford F-150 Raptor. Air Lift air spring kits are designed to work with [read more]

Boot Camp

How to Raise the Payload Rating of Your Truck

November 25, 2024

When it comes right down to it, the pickup truck is built to really do one thing—haul cargo. It’s the raison d’etre. Yes, some people use them to tow, but hauling cargo is what pickup [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Discover the Future of Footwear: Introducing SumoShoes by SuperSprings

April 1, 2024

SuperSprings International, the leading manufacturer of suspension solutions for trucks, is excited to announce the launch of SumoShoes—the revolutionary footwear that’s set to change the game. Say goodbye to the discomfort of rough terrain and [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Timbren SES is a Great Suspension Mod for Your Truck Camper Rig

August 18, 2023

When it comes to hauling a truck camper, today’s trucks require extra help to ensure the ride is pleasant and safe. One of the best modifications that you can make to your truck is the [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Hellwig LP-35 Helper Springs Suspension Kit

April 10, 2023

The suspension system is vital to the ride and safety of your truck. The suspension includes not only your truck’s wheels and tires, but also your truck’s springs, shocks, and steering, basically anything that connects [read more]

Product News and Reviews

SuperSprings Releases New ‘Journey Better’ Leveling Kits for Hauling and Towing

December 29, 2022

California-based SuperSprings International, a leading manufacturing of suspension kits for vehicles and trucks, just released a new Journey Better Leveling Kit product line made especially for trucks, including the Ram 2500 and the Ford F150. [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Hellwig Releases Silent Support System Helper Springs at SEMA

November 3, 2022

Hellwig Suspension Products, an industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, has released its new Silent Support System – a polyurethane bushing upgrade that eliminates metal-to-metal contact for a smooth and silent ride. [read more]

Product News and Reviews

Hellwig Introduces Rear Sway Bar for HD Chevy/GMC Trucks

April 23, 2021

Hellwig Suspension Products, an industry-leading manufacturer of towing, hauling, and performance suspension products, just released a new adjustable rear sway bar for 2020-2021 Chevrolet and GMC 2500 and 3500 pickup trucks. The product is designed [read more]

Product News and Reviews

SumoSprings Installation Report and Review

September 14, 2020

Suspension issues can really take the fun out of truck camping. These issues include sway, rear sag, porpoising, and jarring bumps from uneven roads. Unfortunately, correctly matching your camper with your truck—important as it is—doesn’t [read more]

Overlanding

Building a Great Overland Expedition Truck Camper Rig

December 24, 2018

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]

Truck Camper Life and People

Exploring the Americas in a Custom Truck Camper Rig (Part 2)

May 14, 2018

Many truck camper owners dream of exploring Central and South America in their rigs, but for whatever reason never take the time to do it. Mike and Geneva Saint-Amour are making that dream a reality. [read more]

Truck Camper Life and People

Exploring the Americas in a Custom Truck Camper Rig (Part 1)

May 7, 2018

Many truck camper owners dream of exploring Central and South America in their rigs, but for whatever reason never take the time to do it. Mike and Geneva Saint-Amour are making that dream a reality. [read more]

Boot Camp

The EarthRoamer XV-LTS is an Amazing Piece of Engineering

June 10, 2017

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]

Boot Camp

Top 10 Truck Camper Mistakes and Pitfalls

February 2, 2017

An enlightened man once said that, “only a fool learns from his own mistakes. The wise man learns from the mistakes of others.” This is a great proverb, especially when it comes to owning a [read more]

Truck Campers

In the Spotlight: The Hellwig-Lance Rule Breaker Adventure Rig

December 8, 2016

Would you be surprised if I told you that the recently released Lance 650 is the second best-selling truck camper in the Lance truck camper lineup? It’s true. I was able to confirm this with [read more]

Truck Mods

Transforming a 2500HD into a 3500HD

December 1, 2016

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]

Product News and Reviews

Review of the Timbren SES Severe Service Spring for Truck Campers

November 17, 2016

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]

Truck Mods

Nitto Terra Grappler G2 Tires and KMC Wheel Upgrade

July 24, 2015

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]

Boot Camp

Picking the Perfect Truck Camper

January 9, 2015

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]

Truck Mods

Our Philosophy on Truck Camper Suspension Mods and Tires

November 7, 2014

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]

Boondocking

Bryan Appleby’s Tips on Truck Camper Full-Timing

August 15, 2014

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]

Truck Camper Life and People

Interview With Off-Road Truck Camper Expert Jeff Reynolds

July 3, 2014

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]

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

Truck Camper 101: Basics for Newbies and Beginners

January 3, 2012

If you’re reading this article you’re probably either a new truck camper owner or a person who is seriously thinking about buying one. Whatever your situation, the truck camper is a great choice with loads [read more]

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