Front Dinette Hawk Shell Photos + Mods

[frosty_1]

Hey all,

Recently picked up my 2013 FWC Hawk Shell Front-Dinette Model and I'd thought I'd share. Made to fit on my new 2012 Toyota Tundra 4x4 TRD.

The truck is basically stock. I added Weathertec floor mats, Mac's Custom Tie Downs L-Track kit in the bed, as well an inexpensive Bed Mat from Amazon. I also had the bed sprayed with LineX. As for suspension and tires, I put new E-rated Cooper AT3s on, as well as Timbrens. I'm going to run this setup until I make it down to Deaver for a custom spring setup. I also plan adding an extended range fuel tank when I'm in California.

As for the Hawk, I ordered it with the following options:
-Hawk Shell made for late model Tundra
-Mechanical Camper Jacks
-Aluminum bracket upgrade
-Solar plug on roof
-Front Dinette w/swivel table
-Furnace
-Propane cabinet
-Two burner stove
-Powered roof vent
-Screen Door
-Yakima Tracks
-Rear LED Floodlights
-Artic Pack
-Aux. Battery system w/2 batteries
-Gas strut roof assists

Mods so far:
-Install L-track on floor of shell and 'benches'
-Install Blue Sea fuse box(FWC should have used this instead of POS Bussman fuse box)
-Install Blue Sea 12v Plug and 12v USB Outlet
-Install LED lights in overhead lights
-Install plug for 12v fridge(I used same style plug as solar plug)
-Make reflectix window covers for all windows
-"De-Badge" camper. Removed all but "Hawk" logos with heat gun.
-Install Morningstar Solar controller
-Install AM Solar 100 watt panel

Here are some photos:

 

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Here's a shot of the reinforced table support:

 

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And of the seat detail:

 

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Here's a detail shot of the side bench:

 

[frosty_1]

Also made a very simple dolly for the camper. If I air down my tires, I barely squeeze in the garage. I may remove some molding from my garage to give me enough height to add the OME suspension I want...

 

[frosty_1]

Probably wonder why I have no truck/camper photos...hmm, well, it was raining and snowing when Jay installed the camper down in Medford when I picked it up. He efficiently installed the camper, then I sped back to Portland to get back to work. I immediately put it in my garage to dry it out and save it from Portland's monsoon rains. I do plan on going on my first trip towards the end of this month. Will report back after the trip. Also would like to do a Baja trip in March...anyone interested? I'd be driving down from Portland...

As for my initial impressions, I'm really happy with the camper. I placed the order the week after Thanksgiving and picked up my camper on January 10th...pretty quick turnaround. Construction quality seems good. Haven't really found any faults yet, but then again I haven't done anything other than hang out in my garage with it! One gripe I have is about the wiring and placement of fuse box. They cheaped out and used el cheapo Bussman fuse block. I would much rather see a Blue Sea unit and would have gladly paid more for it. Fuse block is difficult to access and hard to get my fingers in there. Also, the wiring and connectors seem of low quality. Hopefully they will last. I like to use wire and connectors from Greg's Marine Wire. Super high quality and dirt cheap.

I will update this thread as I work on my truck and camper, as well as with highlights of the trips I take it on!

 

[Lighthawk]

Thanks for the report and congrats on your new incognito Hawk!
Looking forward to photos of camper & truck.

 

[highz]

Looks like you have a sweet setup. Where do you plan to go for the shakedown trip? Congrats!

 

[captainphx]

Looks real nice, congrats. What is the L track used for on the floor?

 

[frosty_1]

First trip will be down the 101 to see the Redwoods!

The L-track will be used to secure any loads in the camper...jerry cans of water, plastic totes with camping gear and food, etc. It's super handy and was very simple to install. I used 1/4" SS T-nuts and SS 1/4"-20 machine screws to secure to camper floor. I then sprayed primer over an penetrations. I also went back and sprayed any staples that weren't covered with primer as insurance against rust on the floor of the camper.

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[hnwilcox]

Great Camper/Truck Frosty - Congratulations,

I have a quick question about fit and measurements concerning your Garage Door and Camper/Truck combo, as I am thinking about a similar configurations.

You mention being able to just barely fit in the garage - is that a 7 Foot or and 8 Foot Garage Door?

What is your exact Tundra Configuration?

Any idea on "PickUp Bed Load Floor Height from Ground to Bed"? I think the standard Tundra 4x4's I have measured are around 36" Unloaded?

Have you added any Suspension Upgrades yet?

Would very much appreciate feedback on your Measurements and Garage experience. I have an 8 Foot Garage, with about 93" of clearance.

Many thanks,

Howie



Hey all,

Recently picked up my 2013 FWC Hawk Shell Front-Dinette Model and I'd thought I'd share. Made to fit on my new 2012 Toyota Tundra 4x4 TRD.

The truck is basically stock. I added Weathertec floor mats, Mac's Custom Tie Downs L-Track kit in the bed, as well an inexpensive Bed Mat from Amazon. I also had the bed sprayed with LineX. As for suspension and tires, I put new E-rated Cooper AT3s on, as well as Timbrens. I'm going to run this setup until I make it down to Deaver for a custom spring setup. I also plan adding an extended range fuel tank when I'm in California.

As for the Hawk, I ordered it with the following options:
-Hawk Shell made for late model Tundra
-Mechanical Camper Jacks
-Aluminum bracket upgrade
-Solar plug on roof
-Front Dinette w/swivel table
-Furnace
-Propane cabinet
-Two burner stove
-Powered roof vent
-Screen Door
-Yakima Tracks
-Rear LED Floodlights
-Artic Pack
-Aux. Battery system w/2 batteries
-Gas strut roof assists

Mods so far:
-Install L-track on floor of shell and 'benches'
-Install Blue Sea fuse box(FWC should have used this instead of POS Bussman fuse box)
-Install Blue Sea 12v Plug and 12v USB Outlet
-Install LED lights in overhead lights
-Install plug for 12v fridge(I used same style plug as solar plug)
-Make reflectix window covers for all windows
-"De-Badge" camper. Removed all but "Hawk" logos with heat gun.
-Install Morningstar Solar controller
-Yet to install: AM Solar 100 watt panel

Here are some photos:

 

[frosty_1]

Hi Howie,

My truck has the TRD offroad package. No suspension upgrades yet, but I do plan on adding new leaf springs in back. Let me take some exact measurements and I'll post back with updates this weekend.

f.

 

[fireball]

Frosty - how about an update?!

 

[super doody]

Frosty - how about an update?!

i believe Frosty sold it to Bill Harr.

 

[billharr]

i believe Frosty sold it to Bill Harr.

Not me. Mine did not have an artic pack, had to buy later.