I suppose I could buy this one, build a custom flatbed and re-do the inside to update it.
http://spokane.craigslist.org/rvs/4897936209.html
http://spokane.craigslist.org/rvs/4897936209.html
Thanks. Yes it's a dedicated camper deck. Will only be removing the camper for storage during the winter months. Have the Tacoma and a utility trailer to do chores with.Lighthawk said:Very nice fab job, Mr. Manx! Looks super clean, but where are the stake pockets?
Or is this rig intended for F/T camper mount?
Yes, with such a short deck, there wasn't much room and the left front side has the gas tank filler neck so that area couldn't be used at all.Vento said:Did you have thoughts of adding boxes underneath? Or did you not have the room?
My metal fabrication skills are "hobby" level only, mostly limited to making some basic parts for my motorcycles.Vento said:Way cool, did you make it or have someone fab it up for you?
I was expecting and dreading the "slow fill" associated with the lowered fuel filler. Mine is 9" lower than it was from the factory. With a fuel capacity of 132 litres, I didn't want to spend 15 minutes trying to fill it up each time I needed gas.Bigfoot said:Under cons the flatbed installation will require custom mounts, rear lamps and fuel filler. In particular the fuel filler on modern trucks, especially diesel, can be sensitive as to angle and height. Finally, the flatbed makes the truck and camper more of a unique, integrated unit that will be difficult to upgrade should either need to be replaced. It's a commitment.