Four Wheel Campers Hawk - Tundra Fit

[DirtyDog]

I have had several people with Tundras call me about my camper. I have had to explain Tundra fit issues a few times so I thought I'd just post an explanation here for Tundra owners looking for information.

The Tundra access cab model has the shallowest bed in the industry at 17 inches. The double cab Tundra has a deeper (standard depth) bed at 21 inches.

The Ford F150 has the deepest bed in the industry at 23 inches. Therefore, a Hawk built for the F150 will sit six inches above the side of the access cab Tundra. Any other Hawk that is not built specfically for a Tundra will sit 4 inches above the Tundra bed walls.

Tundra access cab owners are faced with this decision: buy a new FWC that is built specifically for the truck, find a used Hawk built for a Tundra (hard to find), or buy a standard used Hawk and be satisfied that it looks a little funny 4 inches above the bed.

I would be interested in seeing photos of Tundras with standard FWC campers on them to see how they look.

 

[Fish Chaser]

I bought my standard Hawk knowing I would replace my 2002 TRD Tundra soon, The truck was far from worn out, but I wanted 4x4 and newer couldn't hurt. The camper was fine on the Tundra for a year before I got my GMC Sierra 4x4. It really didn't look that bad, I filled the gap along one side with a 4" or so PVC tube with screw cap, great for holding my two piece surf rod, or long bow. Had I kept the Tundra I would have put another on the other side and made it an auxillery water tank holding maybe 3-4 gallons.

The gap over the cab was more disturbing, it was maybe 8" compared to maybe 3.5" now. Besides the appearance the biggest difference was the wind turbulence it would catch, at speeds over about 50 I got more wind noise, I think also related to the sliding rear window. This was remedied about 50% by cracking another window. With the new truck I have very little noise. I had been considering and inflatable filler maybe made of a motorcycle inner tube, or even some long locking metal drawers that could bolt through the floor of the cab over bed. I had sourced drawers that would work, but it was going to be pretty pricey, albeit cool.

 

[Roger]

Dog,

I think you mean first and second gen tundra with the 17 and 21 inch deep beds. I've attached a pic of my Ranger in a Tundra with a platform under it.

It that what you are looking for?

I think a hawk is wider? This camper is only about 70 inches wide.

..snip..

I would be interested in seeing photos of Tundras with standard FWC campers on them to see how they look.

 

[norcalhawk]

I have had several people with Tundras call me about my camper. I have had to explain Tundra fit issues a few times so I thought I'd just post an explanation here for Tundra owners looking for information.


The Tundra access cab model has the shallowest bed in the industry at 17 inches. The double cab Tundra has a deeper (standard depth) bed at 21 inches.


The Ford F150 has the deepest bed in the industry at 23 inches. Therefore, a Hawk built for the F150 will sit six inches above the side of the access cab Tundra. Any other Hawk that is not built specfically for a Tundra will sit 4 inches above the Tundra bed walls.


Tundra access cab owners are faced with this decision: buy a new FWC that is built specifically for the truck, find a used Hawk built for a Tundra (hard to find), or buy a standard used Hawk and be satisfied that it looks a little funny 4 inches above the bed.


I would be interested in seeing photos of Tundras with standard FWC campers on them to see how they look.


2002 Access Cab 4x4 with full size Hawk. I filled the gap with 4" PVC with screw caps on both sides of camper. This is where I store my rear awning set up (poles etc.) and other long items. Seems to be working well. The gap between the cab and camper I can live with. Plan to upgrade to a larger PU within a year or two...hoping Toyota will grow a little larger with a diesel engine between the front tires.

 

[buzzman]

My friend From WI. stopped by for a visit last year here in TN. Has a Hawk on a Tundra. I took some pics when he was here. The Hawk, made for a Tundra, is a nice fit as you can see. Hope these help.

Buzzman

 

[randygirl]

I have a bunch of pics of my camper(2002 Hawk) on a 2004 Tundra. I don't have wifi right now so thy are on my phone. DD, of someone wants to email me I can forwar them pics!!

 

[K6ON]

Hey folks, DD's post was in 2006....He's been through 2 trucks and campers since then. Today he has a custom ATC mounted on a flat-bed Ford.

 

[sourdough]

I have had several people with Tundras call me about my camper. I have had to explain Tundra fit issues a few times so I thought I'd just post an explanation here for Tundra owners looking for information.


The Tundra access cab model has the shallowest bed in the industry at 17 inches. The double cab Tundra has a deeper (standard depth) bed at 21 inches.


The Ford F150 has the deepest bed in the industry at 23 inches. Therefore, a Hawk built for the F150 will sit six inches above the side of the access cab Tundra. Any other Hawk that is not built specfically for a Tundra will sit 4 inches above the Tundra bed walls.


Tundra access cab owners are faced with this decision: buy a new FWC that is built specifically for the truck, find a used Hawk built for a Tundra (hard to find), or buy a standard used Hawk and be satisfied that it looks a little funny 4 inches above the bed.


I would be interested in seeing photos of Tundras with standard FWC campers on them to see how they look.


For reference here is my '03 Tundra with a '10 Hawk built for the taller beds and cab roof heigths...

 

[Lighthawk]

Here's an 06 Tundra with 08 Hawk



I bought some additional siding from FWC to cover the gray painted plywood that was visible on the sides. We chose the Hawk specifically to have the width for a double bed (48x78 mattress) to sleep transverse the truck, and not impact the cooking area with a bed pullout.

The shallower bed does cause the gap above. Wish truck mfg. thought about loading/unloading over the taller sidewalls. Maybe it's just looks, but I find taller sidewalls to be more difficult to reach over when loading/unloading the truck.

 

[norcalhawk]

I have had several people with Tundras call me about my camper. I have had to explain Tundra fit issues a few times so I thought I'd just post an explanation here for Tundra owners looking for information.


The Tundra access cab model has the shallowest bed in the industry at 17 inches. The double cab Tundra has a deeper (standard depth) bed at 21 inches.


The Ford F150 has the deepest bed in the industry at 23 inches. Therefore, a Hawk built for the F150 will sit six inches above the side of the access cab Tundra. Any other Hawk that is not built specfically for a Tundra will sit 4 inches above the Tundra bed walls.


Tundra access cab owners are faced with this decision: buy a new FWC that is built specifically for the truck, find a used Hawk built for a Tundra (hard to find), or buy a standard used Hawk and be satisfied that it looks a little funny 4 inches above the bed.


I would be interested in seeing photos of Tundras with standard FWC campers on them to see how they look.



This is my Tundra 2002. (attached photo) Added 4" PVC pipe on both sides which works well to store my awning and poles or other items that are long and bulky, such as fishing poles, tarps and hiking poles, etc. etc. When I ordered my "Hawk", I do so with the idea of upgrading to a full size truck within a year or two. I have been been happy with my current set up. However, my mpg did decrease 2 mi/gal. ugh! Next year I plan to buy a new truck and I'm leaning toward a Dodge. Heard they might be coming out with a light duty diesel in a half ton...?

 

[nostromo68]

I am new to the forum but have dealt with a similar issue. I have a 2006 Tundra Crew Cab and purchased an 06 Kestrel for it. After looking at fit check info from FWC, I learned that the Kestrel was made for the 00-04 std and AC Tundras with the lower sidewalls. After adding about 2.5 inches of base to the bottom of my camper, it fits great on the top of the bed rails and only a few inches over the top of the cab. Good fit IMO.



Happy Trails...

Eric

 

[norcalhawk]

This is my Tundra 2002. (attached photo) Added 4" PVC pipe on both sides which works well to store my awning and poles or other items that are long and bulky, such as fishing poles, tarps and hiking poles, etc. etc. When I ordered my "Hawk", I do so with the idea of upgrading to a full size truck within a year or two. I have been been happy with my current set up. However, my mpg did decrease 2 mi/gal. ugh! Next year I plan to buy a new truck and I'm leaning toward a Dodge. Heard they might be coming out with a light duty diesel in a half ton...?



Tried to add a photo, but didn't go through. Too large of a download. Sorry, don't know how to fix this and share my photo. UGH!

It looks like I got it. Happy trails to all.

 

[Rick NV]

Explorer- good job with those pvc pipes - it really balances out the look to fill in the gap - that is a really nice looking set-up- thanks for sharing ...

 

[norcalhawk]

Explorer- good job with those pvc pipes - it really balances out the look to fill in the gap - that is a really nice looking set-up- thanks for sharing ...


Thanks Rick NV

 

[norcalhawk]

Can you see past the pipes with the side mirrors?



Hello,
Yes, I can see them pactically. As Look in my side mirroes I seepart of the end cap near the cab and along the length of the pipe. I always know they are there, but as you can see there tucked under the camper. They are basically directly above the top of the truck bed. I added another pic for you to see.

Happy trails,

 

[norcalhawk]

Hello,
Yes, I can see them pactically. As Look in my side mirroes I seepart of the end cap near the cab and along the length of the pipe. I always know they are there, but as you can see there tucked under the camper. They are basically directly above the top of the truck bed. I added another pic for you to see.

Happy trails,


Another shot of 4" tubes.

 

[Roger]

Hey folks, DD's post was in 2006....He's been through 2 trucks and campers since then. Today he has a custom ATC mounted on a flat-bed Ford.


Beware! Zomebie Thread!

Zhooo, Zhaaa...
Still interesting.... Sooo. do you use pressure treated wood or do you just paint with exterior paint like I do?

By the way what kind of bed liner do you use?
Spray on or roll out?

Thanks

Roger, brains, brains, water, solar, brains!

 

[norcalhawk]

Another shot of 4" tubes.



I apologize for my spelling errors...not sure how that happen because I proof read my typing? Thanks to all for your kind remarks regarding my camper modification with the PVC tubes. Great place to store long items...

 

[funemployed]

Hi, great idea with the PVC pipe! How did you attach then? Want to do the same for fishing poles and ski poles. Thanks!

 

[PaulT]

If you don't hear back in a reasonable time, you might check the date on the post previous to yours.

Paul