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bucky
Mar 22, 2022Explorer II
I use 2X12s built like a ladder with three steps laid down on it's side.
I only use it on trips longer than several weeks in tandem with a tool box against the front of the bed that leaves a gap on each side of it.
The gap on one side is the Champion 2000 watt genset, the other side is a 5 gallon gas can to feed it if necessary.
Behind that is the 2X12 thing. 5 gallon diesel cans sit on each end where I can reach them, with a 20lb propane tank and a 6 gallon water tote in the other 2 holes. All of that is in front of the hitch.
A tonneau covers all of it when parked or checking out the surroundings after we get set up. It's light enough to easily remove in-between trips if I need the full bed. The truck is rarely used other than as a mule. The hitch usually hangs on the 5er when at home.
I only use it on trips longer than several weeks in tandem with a tool box against the front of the bed that leaves a gap on each side of it.
The gap on one side is the Champion 2000 watt genset, the other side is a 5 gallon gas can to feed it if necessary.
Behind that is the 2X12 thing. 5 gallon diesel cans sit on each end where I can reach them, with a 20lb propane tank and a 6 gallon water tote in the other 2 holes. All of that is in front of the hitch.
A tonneau covers all of it when parked or checking out the surroundings after we get set up. It's light enough to easily remove in-between trips if I need the full bed. The truck is rarely used other than as a mule. The hitch usually hangs on the 5er when at home.
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