Thanks all for the replies.
I ended up taking all 2x4s and OSB out, the 5th wheel rails out, as well as taking the tailgate off. Put in my plastic liner to see how it did on a roadtrip (I know, I know, but needed to see before ordering a bedmat). Went boondocking for a few nights in the NF. Didn't shift on the forest roads, but did a little with a strong head/side wind coming home. Ordered a DeeZee heavyweight mat. Planning to put it on top of the plastic liner, to give just a bit more cab clearance (with only the liner, have just under 2", and plenty on the bed rails).
Have a few more questions though.
On steps: the camper originally came with Step-Up Products 4 scissor step, with mounting bracket just under the door (horizontally mounted). Bracket and steps weren't included, but the bolts and nuts are there. Lance (and Step-Up) sell the model for around $299. This is about what a Brophy model is, and Torklift is a bit more. Any significant difference between these? I'm not sure how the others will mount , as there's only 1.5" vertical under the door to mount the bracket, as Step-Up mounts under the door floor.
I've also been looking at folks who use a Little Giant, or have constructed a hitch mounted step or step/generator rack. I have a Honda 2000, that I may or may not be carrying, after the next question...
On AC: My camper has a Mach 3 PS, and it pulls just over 1000 watts, so great for the Honda 2000, but, I'd kind of like to ditch the generator and 90lbs of AC off the roof, and add a MaxxAir fan (roof is prewired for the fan). Been in the desert all my life, and tent camp a lot, so, the heat isn't that big a deal, though, there were times when my AC couldn't cool off my 5th wheel fast enough. The weight was never an issue with the 5th wheel, but it is now.
For those who've removed an AC unit from a truck camper, is there a noticeable difference in wind load/handling? Or from those who've added one? If not, I might as well keep it.
Thanks all.
