Off-Road DIY Truck Camper Test | Overland Camping Trip

Published 2024-04-14
I'm testing the off-road capability of my DIY truck camper while on a solo camping trip in Los Padres National Forest, California. I don't seek out challenging off road situations when overlanding, but it's good to know how the vehicle performs, so I can accurately judge our ability to handle different conditions.

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All Comments (21)
  • @chingon_grandpa
    Fall apart? Your last build went to Panama This things a fkn tank...people are dcks . Enjoy the build!
  • @ozmanfidaar6311
    Awesome work. Keep doing what you're doing, this channel should have way more subscribers--it's no fluff, no expensive fad gadgets, all real camping.
  • @HogTide_Rising
    I watched your build video and I was especially impressed by your attention to detail and the strength that you built in. I’m not at all surprised that it survived your off-road adventure. Great video as always.
  • You should make your tail lights recessed in your bumper. just cleaner and won't get damaged. Looking forward videos
  • @realmicrobet
    Just started video - I can't imagine anyone thinking it would fall apart. If anything it seems overbuilt - much stronger than most commercial truck campers.
  • @paulsink2800
    Love that area. Love that build. Thanks, as always for bringing us along.
  • @marcpikas2859
    Thanks for the video. Love your rig ! Perfect size for exploration yet comfortable.
  • @Seemego4WD
    Great job! People will be negative no matter what you do.
  • @genesishep
    Found your channel after someone stole your build video. At least they kept your name on it which allowed me to find your channel. I watched your build video again because you deserve the view count, not them. I have some suggestions if you are open to them. The taillight housing you are considering, build them on the top of the bumper set back from the edge. Much easier to make and gets them way out of the way for off-roading and protection. Winch should truly be considered a necessity. Or at least a Hi-Lift jack since it can operate as both a heavy duty off road tire jack and can be used as a winch. They are affordable and require no wiring, just manual muscle. Might be too late to do now but spring suspension/bed mounts Great job BTW!
  • Awesome. Love it. Worked out great. Maybe the tail lights can come up on to the fiberglass camper. Above the license plate and same place on the other side. Happy camping and travels.
  • @darkfireBikes
    Yeah i knew putting the lights down that low was just asking for that, put them on the camper body, like a foot off the bumper. You won't smash them and you got better visibility
  • @hanshormannbbb
    Looks great! If your in Ojai, would love to grab a beer at tops or OBC sometime
  • @centauri9458
    Like the roll on bed liner you used. Bet it would be good on the front two corners behind the cab and the over cab leading surface. Just to keep scratches from branches from harming the finish and fiberglass
  • any advice on getting your truck level for when you sleep? Also, thanks so much for posting such good content! love your channel and have enjoyed the recent build!
  • nice work and those trails definitely tested it out ! whens Amie making an appearance?