part three of the broken frame saga.
A nice finish to the over weighted broken axle saga. Not really about the broken framed truck but informative as heck. It's a good read. https://www.truckcamperadventure.com/is-the-eagle-cap-1165-t...
Forum Discussion
JimK-NY wrote:
This whole topic moves beyond my understanding and preferences.
To me a truck camper is about ease of use, mobility including being able to go into the backcountry. I got a relatively large truck camper so my wife and I along with 2 cats could live in it full time. My TC has no slides but is 9.5' and hits 4000# loaded for full time use. IMO, my TC is already pushing the limits. With a 12000# total weight, it is not going very far in the backcountry. No rutted dirt roads, no soft ground, no narrow trails with overhangs.
When much more is desired or needed, it seems that it is time to switch to a 5th wheeler or trailer. At least you can drag it to semi remote areas, unhook and have a truck to explore in. I just cannot imagine trying to deal with the size, weight and limitations of a truck camper weighing 6000, 7000 or even 8000# or more.
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