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02-20-2010, 10:39 PM
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~Craig~
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Camper?!
I'm picking up a camper... Got the tie downs and everything
I have a 72 gmc k20 3/4 ton.. Any advice on towing? Anything with these pickups while pulling i should know??? |
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02-20-2010, 10:46 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Camper?!
check your lights, cross the chains, use a good hitch, check the tires on the camper, and don't drive like an idiot.
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02-20-2010, 10:54 PM
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Re: Camper?!
How big is the trailer? For a decent sized trailer a load-equalizing hitch is a huge help. If the camper has trailer brakes make sure you have the controller setup in your truck. Make sure you have the proper mirros on your truck so you can see what's going on behind you.
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02-20-2010, 11:01 PM
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Re: Camper?!
Normally a camper goes on the truck. Are you towing a trailer with the truck with the camper on it or hauling the camper on a trailer?
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02-21-2010, 02:08 AM
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Re: Camper?!
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02-21-2010, 06:13 AM
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Re: Camper?!
You have a K2500.A K/20 would be a Chevy
 ."Camper" is a general term,but you said it even comes with tie downs and asked about you truck hauling it which tells me it`s a slide-in camper.Just load it,ties it down and go like you have something you are driving the first time.Watch for branches and other low objects.You`re up there at over 8',remember.Don`t want to crush the overhang.
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02-21-2010, 08:36 AM
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Redefining LowBudget
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Re: Camper?!
My truck is bagged so the load is ok but I want to add a rear sway bar....
I'm in the middle of rebuilding my rear suspention with that in mind so I'm also relocating my shocks....
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02-24-2010, 01:56 AM
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~Craig~
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Re: Camper?!
Thanks you guys, Yeah I meant slide in camper. I picked up a cherry camper. Its from the late 70's. Sat in a garage most its life. When I was cleaning it... I found in a neat clean envelope... It's Bill Of Sale From The Lot. Title, Owners Manual. And Parts Sheet. That tells you how nice it is for being that old! I'll Post Pics Up Soon. I have worked the last 7 days straight. I got it home on my lunch break. I havent had any time to enjoy it yet
 And Yeah It is a k25 My bad :/ |
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02-24-2010, 01:57 AM
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02-24-2010, 03:23 AM
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 J/K, nice truck!
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02-24-2010, 11:08 AM
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02-24-2010, 12:41 PM
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02-24-2010, 06:44 PM
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Re: Camper?!
Also watch out for crosswinds.They can tip you plumb over.
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02-25-2010, 01:58 PM
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02-25-2010, 02:00 PM
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02-25-2010, 02:06 PM
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Re: Camper?!
Here is a photo of an old one.......check out the hottie on top!
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03-01-2010, 01:54 AM
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~Craig~
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Re: Camper?!
 Here she is boys, When Taking her off today the camper twisted a little bit and tweaked the sheet metal where the front passenger jack bolts in, Kinda sad...but I guess it could be worse! Cant wait to go Camp!! |
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03-01-2010, 03:40 AM
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Re: Camper?!
 Looks like it's handling the weight. Have fun!
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03-01-2010, 09:08 AM
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Redefining LowBudget
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Re: Camper?!
Dam dude you said camper that thing is CONDO size.....Looks kool though..
one thing I learned with mine is DO NOT GET IN IT WITHOUT BEING ON SOMETHING...I set mine on an old well built picinic table with the spare fram and bed around the yard I'll probably use that...also let see some inside pics and remeber to pack low and forward
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03-01-2010, 08:03 PM
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Re: Camper?!
That`s nice,alright.I miss mine.Hey,looks like you have a C2500-2wd 3/4t.
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