Hi all,
I have a remodeled vintage 8tf. FWC Fleet, late 80s or early 90ies model that I’d like to install onto our 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 ext.cab with 6.5 ft bed.
The original reach through slots that would give access to the tie downs on the truck bed have been covered up during the remodeling done by the previous owner so I’m having to look into other ways to attach it to the truck. The last owner used very flimsly looking eye bolts and ratchet straps.
I am planning on installing happijac tie downs in front and back of the truck and securing the camper with turnbuckles. Now I need to figure out new anchors on the truck itself to attach the turnbuckles too in order to replace those eye bolts.
Originally I was looking for a part similar to in this post:
http://www.wanderthewest.com/forum/topic/18224-new-anchor-points-on-camper/?fromsearch=1
But after inquiring with FWC they don't sell those parts actually and said they belong to a different tie down system. FWC recommended that I install jack brackets and mount an eyebolt to those. Only problem I just realized is that since it’s an 8ft camper in a 6.5ft bed both turnbuckes would be pulling forward since the jacks go onto the corners of the camper.
Does anybody have a different idea on how to actor the turnbuckles on the camper? Your input is greatly appreciated!
Thank you for your time.
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I have a remodeled vintage 8tf. FWC Fleet, late 80s or early 90ies model that I’d like to install onto our 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 ext.cab with 6.5 ft bed.
The original reach through slots that would give access to the tie downs on the truck bed have been covered up during the remodeling done by the previous owner so I’m having to look into other ways to attach it to the truck. The last owner used very flimsly looking eye bolts and ratchet straps.
I am planning on installing happijac tie downs in front and back of the truck and securing the camper with turnbuckles. Now I need to figure out new anchors on the truck itself to attach the turnbuckles too in order to replace those eye bolts.
Originally I was looking for a part similar to in this post:
http://www.wanderthewest.com/forum/topic/18224-new-anchor-points-on-camper/?fromsearch=1
But after inquiring with FWC they don't sell those parts actually and said they belong to a different tie down system. FWC recommended that I install jack brackets and mount an eyebolt to those. Only problem I just realized is that since it’s an 8ft camper in a 6.5ft bed both turnbuckes would be pulling forward since the jacks go onto the corners of the camper.
Does anybody have a different idea on how to actor the turnbuckles on the camper? Your input is greatly appreciated!
Thank you for your time.
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