Ok, we have thoughts so I will share more.
This truck is for truck stuff, I will be in my car for most of my miles. Running empty I am getting about 9mpg, that includes the Cajon pass as part of my commute. My 1999 Silverado 1500 got 10 mpg with the camper but it was not in overdrive much and yes I know it should have had a smaller camper but I like others am learning. My 1500 was empty and stopped in traffic when it was hit by a car doing 70, it was a big hit. The camper loading certification label allows for 3200 lbs of camper per GM. Yes I know newer trucks have changed but this ride is paid for in full and has less than 63,ooo miles on her.
I like the comments how about tie down and discussion of using angle iron instead of swing out brackets. I weld some and have friends who weld some. Money saved on these items can buy fuel for camping.
