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Looking for Light weight over Can camper

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by 98SR54x4M, May 1, 2021.

  1. May 5, 2021 at 10:59 AM
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    BartMaster1234

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  2. May 6, 2021 at 2:43 PM
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    Thanks for the input but this camper only weighs 500 lbs with everything in it so I’m not worried at all
     
  3. May 6, 2021 at 2:55 PM
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    Did you actually weigh it?
     
  4. May 6, 2021 at 3:54 PM
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    Keep in mind you’re essentially adding a wind sail to your truck, your fuel economy will suffer. Even with my RTT that sticks up maybe 6” above the roof of the cab, I lose maybe 5-6 MPG.

    That being said, if you can find a cab over that’ll fit - great. Just make sure you get it set up properly. Hopefully you don’t need airbags to support the extra weight.
     
  5. May 6, 2021 at 4:04 PM
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    tinfoil lined cab runflat headlights pee-thru seats
    Why not build your own…:anonymous:?
     
  6. May 6, 2021 at 5:06 PM
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    Yes
     
  7. May 6, 2021 at 5:08 PM
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    I’ve done my research and am aware I am just looking for people who are selling a light weight bel air Can over thank you
     
  8. May 6, 2021 at 5:08 PM
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    Price of wood has tripled over the last 6 months it’s cost more then buying one knew
     
  9. May 6, 2021 at 6:31 PM
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    tinfoil lined cab runflat headlights pee-thru seats
    it’s wood…?
     
  10. May 6, 2021 at 6:51 PM
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  11. May 6, 2021 at 6:55 PM
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    Bel Air Camper shells has a good seleciton of camper shells: http://belairshells.com/tacoma_shells
     
  12. May 6, 2021 at 9:26 PM
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  13. May 6, 2021 at 9:29 PM
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    I'm sorry to hear that. COVID19 has delayed shipment of materials for manufacturing to various companies and now these companies are starting up their production again. What kind of camper shell are you looking for?
     
  14. May 6, 2021 at 9:30 PM
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    Yea it’s really to bad but I’m looking for a used bel air it has to be light weight
     
  15. May 6, 2021 at 10:47 PM
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    Check out tradesman custom campers they make a similar product to the bel airs

    9B118C87-6670-43CD-8536-735FA728FB6A.jpg
     
  16. May 6, 2021 at 10:50 PM
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    I like that! Do you have a link to the manufacturer?
     
  17. May 6, 2021 at 10:56 PM
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  18. May 6, 2021 at 11:02 PM
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  19. May 7, 2021 at 8:54 AM
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    Heavy compared to similar shells (steel), unless you go roof top tent id look elsewhere. 2000lb rack rating is pretty insane tho
     
  20. May 7, 2021 at 5:48 PM
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    How much do they usually go for?
     

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