epcolumbusExplorerMar 04, 2020Tie downsI am new to truck campers. Looking at used ones. Can I safely mount a 1000 lb camper on my Ram 1500 short bed using heavy duty ratchet straps and the factory tie downs in the bed. Looking for opinion...Show More
mellowExplorerMar 05, 2020For back road slow travels to get a camper home ratchet straps can be a temporary solution if you are not traveling far.The next step up is brophy turnbuckles, but still not a great option for newer trucks with light truck beds.The best is either happyjac or torklift for safety.
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