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TugCE's avatar
TugCE
Explorer
Nov 06, 2013

2003 KZ Sportsmen 951

Hi Everyone,

I tried searching for my answer but it kept coming up with no matches so here is my question.

A local Dealership has a 2003 KZ Sportsmen 951 for-sale for a good price asking $3995. My question is do you know what this thing might weigh? I realize this will change with what ever is loaded in to it but I just want a number to start with.

My next question is the add says 8 foot bed. Is there any way to use this on a Short Bed? I am thinking about picking this up to us for one or two trips then sell it.

Thanks in advance for any and all advice.
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  • mooring_product's avatar
    mooring_product
    Explorer
    Nov 06, 2013
    Yes it will work.

    The only issue I had was the drivers side is heavier then the passenger side. I ran stableloads and 30PSI on the drivers side and it handled great. I kept the tailgate on.
    The new owner has it on a Dodge Megacab SRW.


    yeehaw by MooringProduct, on Flickr
  • handye9's avatar
    handye9
    Explorer II
    Nov 06, 2013
    I found a few ads for similar make and model campers. It appears the weight is somewhere around 21 - 2300 lbs. The weight should be manageable, however, being built for a longbed truck, the center of gravity may not be good for a short bed.

    You want the camper's center of gravity (COG) to sit directly above, or slightly forward of your rear axle.

    The more the COG is behind the rear axle, the more wieght comes off your front (steering) axle.

    Some of the ads, I saw, had pictures showing weights and COG's marked on the campers. They didn't show an actual measurement of the COG.

    Find out center of gravity on that camper, and, measure your truck to see where the COG matches up. It probably won't fit.
  • Poppy___Nana's avatar
    Poppy___Nana
    Explorer
    Nov 06, 2013
    When in doubt - contact the manufacturer:

    Customer Service Contact Info

    Customer Service: 866-472-5460
    Email: customerservice@kz-rv.com


    KZRV LP
    Attn: Customer Service
    0985N 900W
    Shipshewana, IN 46565

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