Hesitant owner of 1/2 ton, need 3/4 ton?
I have that other thread going about sleeping under a camper shell topper and how practical it might be. I have 2008 Nissan Titan, which seems to have plenty of power but maybe the frame of a 1/2 ton ...
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As much as Nissans are great vehicles, what is important is the GAWR, tire ratings and GVWR. An improved towing capacity does not necessarily translate into payload for a truck camper.
A 1/2 ton of any make will limit the size of the camper you can carry. My advice to anyone who is contemplating buying a new truck is always to choose your camper first. Look at all the options out there, then pick one the you will be happy with long term. Lot's of good used units out there for those of us on limited budgets,
Then when you know the size and wieght of your desired TC, get the truck that will carry it without exceeding the ratings/limits. We all have our favouite brands, but all trucks on the market these days are good buys.
P.S. My golden rule is to always buy the biggest truck you can afford. :B
A 1/2 ton of any make will limit the size of the camper you can carry. My advice to anyone who is contemplating buying a new truck is always to choose your camper first. Look at all the options out there, then pick one the you will be happy with long term. Lot's of good used units out there for those of us on limited budgets,
Then when you know the size and wieght of your desired TC, get the truck that will carry it without exceeding the ratings/limits. We all have our favouite brands, but all trucks on the market these days are good buys.
P.S. My golden rule is to always buy the biggest truck you can afford. :B
