Pushing It Off Road with a 3-4000 lb Hardtop
I've been boondocking with a 1-ton van with a limited-slip for quite a while and I've pushed it - been stuck many times - and have usually been able to get out. A truck camper is very different, t...
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As a comparison only (it's your decision) Some parts of my setup:
GMC 2500HD,4x4, extended cab, duramax, about 6800 lb.
Lockers front and back (auto in back, electric in front)
Heavy duty top over load springs
other upgrades
NO AIRBAGS!
Winch front or back
heavy duty, oversize offroad tires
2 mounted spares - never needed even one
Outfitter Apex 8 popup camper, fully loaded about 2800 lbs.
no AC
most of the load right at truck bed ( 4 batteries,44 gals water)
You can see some of my trips on my website, and here
Jefe is a great reference source of info
So is The Grand Whazoo -- Dave Rogers - here
GMC 2500HD,4x4, extended cab, duramax, about 6800 lb.
Lockers front and back (auto in back, electric in front)
Heavy duty top over load springs
other upgrades
NO AIRBAGS!
Winch front or back
heavy duty, oversize offroad tires
2 mounted spares - never needed even one
Outfitter Apex 8 popup camper, fully loaded about 2800 lbs.
no AC
most of the load right at truck bed ( 4 batteries,44 gals water)
You can see some of my trips on my website, and here
Jefe is a great reference source of info
So is The Grand Whazoo -- Dave Rogers - here
