Howdy folks,
The truck camper lifestyle is new to me, I have never owned a truck, I have never owned a camper. I have done lots of camping, both vehicle and motorcycle so after lots of tenting I'm quite sure I will enjoy truck camper camping.
I've done a fair amount of research and have come to the conclusion that a FWC Fleet may be a good fit for my needs. I'll visit the factory and get all my questions answered before making a final decision.
I will likely get a near fully loaded camper (toilet, shower, furnace, fridge, aux battery, solar, awning, etc) and am thinking of weight considerations for the truck.
I've read the truck fit guide on the FWC website so I know the Tacoma is stated to be an adequate fit for this camper. I'm not married to any particular truck manufacturer or model. There's a Tacoma TRD Offroad for sale locally with the following specs:
2010 Tacoma TRD OFF-ROAD
60K miles
4.0L V6
3" Toytec suspension lift with Bilstein 5100 shocks
33" Goodyear Duratracs
Rims are 17" Fuel Boost
Aero Turbin performance exhaust
The truck comes fully loaded, with front and rear diff lockers, rear camera, and is a 6 speed manual.
Truck also comes with all factory rims and suspension. I have only seen pics and it looks in good shape. Owner says no rust.
My concern is whether or not this has enough suspension with the Bilstein 5100 shocks, owner says he also added an additional leaf.
For argument's sake let's say a fully loaded Fleet with 2 adult passengers and normal gear, food, clothing (so about 500 lbs) and 2 17' sea kayaks on the roof (60 lbs each).
Will I need to make additional mods for suspension?
Should I go to a heavier duty truck?
The truck camper lifestyle is new to me, I have never owned a truck, I have never owned a camper. I have done lots of camping, both vehicle and motorcycle so after lots of tenting I'm quite sure I will enjoy truck camper camping.
I've done a fair amount of research and have come to the conclusion that a FWC Fleet may be a good fit for my needs. I'll visit the factory and get all my questions answered before making a final decision.
I will likely get a near fully loaded camper (toilet, shower, furnace, fridge, aux battery, solar, awning, etc) and am thinking of weight considerations for the truck.
I've read the truck fit guide on the FWC website so I know the Tacoma is stated to be an adequate fit for this camper. I'm not married to any particular truck manufacturer or model. There's a Tacoma TRD Offroad for sale locally with the following specs:
2010 Tacoma TRD OFF-ROAD
60K miles
4.0L V6
3" Toytec suspension lift with Bilstein 5100 shocks
33" Goodyear Duratracs
Rims are 17" Fuel Boost
Aero Turbin performance exhaust
The truck comes fully loaded, with front and rear diff lockers, rear camera, and is a 6 speed manual.
Truck also comes with all factory rims and suspension. I have only seen pics and it looks in good shape. Owner says no rust.
My concern is whether or not this has enough suspension with the Bilstein 5100 shocks, owner says he also added an additional leaf.
For argument's sake let's say a fully loaded Fleet with 2 adult passengers and normal gear, food, clothing (so about 500 lbs) and 2 17' sea kayaks on the roof (60 lbs each).
Will I need to make additional mods for suspension?
Should I go to a heavier duty truck?