My present camper (hard side)shows signs of decay and structural failure. I've had it for over 15 years during which time it spends over 4 months annually on the road averaging over 12,000 miles per year. I travel well equipped for backpacking, fishing, hunting, prospecting, and long-term off-grid living - a LOT of gear. My present camper has an east/west convertible dining/sleeping area. This configuration allows me to use the upper bunk, and under the lower bunk for gear. Instead of a shower/commode there is a closet - also gear filled. I want a similar floor plan/setup. My search has found no one offering a lower, east/west, bed for 2 adults (full size 54"x76" strongly preferred).More specifically, I want a camper 80-86" wide; 8' to 8' 6" long; jacks on each corner; no basement (for lower clearance and lighter weight); no slide-out; no bathroom facilities; well insulated for winter/year-round use; appropriate refrigeration, stove, lighting, heater; desirable, but not absolutely necessary features include A/C, space for generator, outside shower; interior height about 6'6".So, does anyone know of anyone making such a camper, or of a manufacturer able/willing to modify or semi-finish an existing camper (shell) to suit my need. If necessary, I'll consider a used camper.Thanks

Take a look at Northstar Campers. Not so sure about the east/wet bed in the lower camper but I do know Northstar is more than willing to make custom modifications. I'd be very surprised if they aren't willing to build whichever model you choose with a closet instead of the wet bath. The floor insulation could be a little better in mine but that was easily fixed. The insulated windows are amazing at keeping the cold out. The biggest problem may be a generator compartment. Maybe you can talk Rex into building a box where the cassette toilet would be. Or, do like I did and build out a genny box for the front hitch.PS: Welcome to the forum

Take a look at an Alaskan Camper.http://alaskancampers.com/They have a 50" wide dinette bed that should be long enough for you.

Get in touch with Rex at Northstar. Explain what you are looking for and he might help fill your needs. Just plan on having to wait a while if you want a custom build. Exceptional customer service and they build great campers.

Look at Capri. https://capricamper.com/

Don't know about the bed configuration but have you looked at a Lance 825?

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nlol
Explorer
Sep 19, 2018
Bhan taint agonna make my short list o posobilities;)
Travels_with_Yo
Explorer
Sep 19, 2018
nlol wrote:
Some good suggestions. Thanks.

Eureka - I like the aluminum construction, and the lower seating/bunk conversion possiblity is ideal. However, the cabover though is only 2' - too little storage there - and outside width of only 6' 6" is a loss of interior space for both storage and sleeping my 6' 4" barefoot frame. I'll bet my truck won't fit between the jacks, even if they are of the fold out type. I've had to ad jack spacers on my 80" wide camper to clear the jacks.

The cabover is available in 24 inch and 48 inch length. Inside wall to inside wall is 6'-3.5". Our Ram 2500 2WD has room to spare between the fold out front corner jacks but it sounds like your truck is particularly wide. I have 3 videos available if you haven't already seen them (Note: mute the audio for the first 2 minutes on the first video if you don't care for quirky music) :-)
Eureka Truck Camper - video 1 of 3
jimh406
Explorer III
Sep 18, 2018
DWeikert wrote:
Luxury price, yeah. Luxury camper? not so much.
That's $45k for just their shell camper. :R

Would you feel better if I called it a luxury shell camper? :D
mellow
Explorer
Sep 18, 2018
For something that is 4 season Bigfoots are great. You can find them in Montana and Maine on Rvtrader. Might want to give them a call and see if they can custom fab something for you.

http://www.bigfootrv.com/m/

The 15C8.2FR is close to what you want.
DWeikert
Explorer II
Sep 18, 2018
jimh425 wrote:
djg wrote:
yes expensive but also they have some already done campers at $45000 maybe one of them might fit the needs

Dave

Still, a luxury price for a luxury camper.

Luxury price, yeah. Luxury camper? not so much.
That's $45k for just their shell camper. :R

Available for short bed, long bed, or flatbed trucks
Available length up to 16’
Marine vinyl or interweave fabric upholstered wall paneling, available in a variety of colors
R-12 insulation
Standard exterior lighting package- LED stop/tail/turn/reverse lights and marker lights
Marine grade vinyl flooring
Aircraft tie down system integrated into the floor for securing items
Stainless steel camper tie downs
Standard exterior color choices are white, battleship grey, or desert tan
Standard entry steps

That's a pretty stripped down camper for $45k, IMHO.
jimh406
Explorer III
Sep 18, 2018
djg wrote:
yes expensive but also they have some already done campers at $45000 maybe one of them might fit the needs

Dave

Still, a luxury price for a luxury camper.
djg
Explorer
Sep 18, 2018
yes expensive but also they have some already done campers at $45000 maybe one of them might fit the needs

Dave
STANG23L
Explorer
Sep 18, 2018
djg wrote:
Check into these campers custom built the way you want them

https://www.bahncamperworks.com/

Dave

I really like there design. But seeing this qoute "Most custom builds will start around $115,000." puts it out of reach of most customers.
djg
Explorer
Sep 18, 2018
Check into these campers custom built the way you want them

https://www.bahncamperworks.com/

Dave
nlol
Explorer
Sep 13, 2018
Some good suggestions. Thanks.

Yeah I know my needs aren't where the market is - thus my problem of finding one. Present camper is a Ranger - not very active these days, and I want a few upgrades - but I plan on visiting them to see if repair is practical. Truck is CC LB 3500 SRW. No, I'm not looking for used - I'm looking for a camper that will sleep 2 and pack a lot of gear - quality, not age is important. Looking at Capri, it strikes me I might be able to modify a dinette area for sleeping if the opposite side is narrow enough to leave reasonable isle width. Northstar looks interesting - I'll make a visit. The Alaskan, any drop/soft sided camper, would have to be driven in the raised position because of the gear stored in the bunk, and the necessary/double wall thickness needed for winter use is undesirable.

Eureka - I like the aluminum construction, and the lower seating/bunk conversion possiblity is ideal. However, the cabover though is only 2' - too little storage there - and outside width of only 6' 6" is a loss of interior space for both storage and sleeping my 6' 4" barefoot frame. I'll bet my truck won't fit between the jacks, even if they are of the fold out type. I've had to ad jack spacers on my 80" wide camper to clear the jacks.

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