I agree a diesel would be a poor choice and I have owned two. They need to be driven. Good luck finding a 7.3 for a "song". 7.3 trucks bring a premium especially if they are rust free and excab or crew. Personally I would keep the truck you have, so...
I have a 70's era 10 footer on a f250 and had similar feelings the first couple times out. You'll get used to it. As for the stake bed tie down that's what I use. My are actually homemade. My camper is 3000 lbs loaded and ready to camp. I tighten the...
AS a family of 5 (3 and 8 month old twins) with a 80lb dog my 10ft 1976 real lite truck camper is too small. It has plenty of storage just not enough space. It's fine for sleeping but that's about it. We have been on 4 trips with it, but talked a fri...