I've been watching you since you launched your channel, I like alot of adventure channels, yours however is my favorite, your enthusiasm and how you've mapped your life is inspiring. Now your going to build the rig that you've always wanted this will be very cool and wish you all the best towards that endeavor.
Thank you very much for the kind words! It’s been a wild ride, and I feel so fortunate to be able to do this caliber of build. Wouldn’t be possible without my amazing fans so thank you!!
Hello! Love your channel. After watching you, I feel great about what I did. I just completed a 2024 diesel F550 4x4 crew cab CA 60. I used Buckstop for the single wheel conversion and I had Globetrekker's zero torsion subframe installed and put a Kingstar Kruzr 8 with storage boxes on it. Love it! Maybe see you in the wilderness some day!
Definitely following this series. The expedition style camper on a big rig has caught my eye (family of 4x currently with a ford transit ..space is a premium).
Dude I remember when you bought the Dodge mahal and built the Jeep I never cared for it but you inspired my build back in 2019 and now I'm looking forward to this build to I can't wait to see what you do
Those Buckstop aluminum singles rock. We have 210 offroad Baja trails on them and counting without any issues. The Pirelli PS22's have been a great tire combo. Climbs like a goat and will clear anything our Jeep would so long as you have an 8x11 foot space.
Saw the sneak peak on Timmys channel, looking forward to the build should be good, hopefully inside storage for the bikes too - thats what I want to see more love for the MTB.
Love it, best luck. I am worried for you though, lol! As a midsize truck adventurer, I think of all the places in WA, OR, ID, Utah that require more capability than a Subaru but more nimbleness than F550s with 12' boxes. Seems it limits you to forest service roads or very tame and wide secondary roads, at which point you don't really need the beefy 4x4 capability. But, that comes from my own ignorance. Maybe that's why you're going to tow SxSs!
Didn't think it would take you long to jump into a new build. I have been looking for a 450/550 to SS and FB with my current TC that will eventually get a composite box once my ranch property is finished so I can build it 🤙💫looking forward to watching the build so I can steal/ borrow some ideas 😬🤣
Will be following along with this one. I'm torn between truck and van based. I can imagine wanting/needing full sized truck but most of the needs would be met by a van. We'll see.
Either way, you’ll probably find pros and cons with either. My advice is try one of them out and if you get it for a good price you can always sell and go the other way!
WoW -- I've never heard of Bison Overland campers but noticed the Marshal shirt that Drew was wearing and had to look up the website and found that their out of Tulsa (I'm located in Tulsa). I've been researching overland rigs for awhile. I may reach out to see if I can view any of their campers that are in progress. The F550's are the way to go!!!
If you don't want the extra wheelbase, you could always build the new camper on a single cab chassis. Betting you wound up with transmission dramas running the Fuso after the sounds it was making.
Good choices. I am a Chevrolet diehard, unfortunately Chevrolet doesn't have a 450... or 550. Compared to the Ford. Truckware has some fantastic products. Perhaps a combination of the old school and new version bumper. So you get the additional protection for the headlights. Broken headlights are expensive. The suspension setups are very nice. Important discussions there to ensure ride quality and ability to handle the weight. Lockers front and rear, and properly geared. Additionally a good transfer case and transmission setup. Something that allows low low speed crawling with the weight and highway cruising at highway speeds with the weight. Interior cab creature comforts are just as essential. Cameras, infotainment, everything. Winches and lights outside. Communication and solar..... Then of course the camper... creature comforts and interior room... slide outs.. At some point, you may be joined with someone else other than you and your dog. Room and attributes for two are important. What are your long term plans and goals ? Forever living on the road ? Or within .... time obtaining a base home and this becomes just a temporary home ????? Going to various shows and events. You mentioned a trailer and SxS... a cargo trailer is a better option. Enclosed and secure. Can additionally store the bikes. Plus it protects things better. Cost wise very close to a standard open trailer. Just provides better options. This is a great move. Lots to consider. But that's the best part. Being well planned using the experience of being on the road and putting together the ultimate vehicle and home. Nothing wrong with being comfortable. Afterall, it's your home. Plus your profession, being able to show up for an event and stay ... and be presentable and be on the road for hours and stop and not be wore out and road weary. That's important as well. Be bouchie !! Step up your whole game. I am somewhat surprised you're not hauling a toy hauler 5th wheel. Pulled by a nice 4x4 truck.
Maybe a single cab F-550 if wheelbase is an issue. I have a Buckstop bumper, design is nice overall. Powder coating is not holding up well and I kind of wish I got it in aluminum to save some weight.
I think that you have been a realtor for quite some time now and we didn’t even realize it. But yes sir you have been a heck of a builder and it just keeps getting bigger and better
02:17 Earthroamer on the Ram 5500, do the frames break behind the axle? Because of the amount of overhang? Earthroamer engineered a reinforcement for that problem area? How is F-550 addressing this potential situation? . If I was me, would I shorten the house to avoid that overhang?
Totally syched for the new build!!! Wondering about clearance on that huge truck? I know i would scrape everything as i do that with my popTop camper. Can't wait to see it all go down. Thx for the content.
Stoked for you bud. I’m also in the process of super singling out a 5500 w/liquid springs. (Dusty from buckstop is awesome as well.) The 3500 just wasn’t cutting it being way too far overweight with my current setup, and after having a wheel fall off doin 60 mph in Yellowstone during march with no reception at 1045 pm (tow didn’t get me home til 615am the next day) I decided to go big. Definitely gonna get back to makin vids with the build too. My channel name deserves it 😂
It will actually provide tons of traction having that much weight on the rear! Of course it’s all a balance. The 84” cab to axle length puts most of the weight in front of the rear axle
Damn, I really wanna see this Phil… let’s see what your mind creates… I lurk more than comment lol but I’ve been watching for ages and remember all the past builds… the dodge-mahaul was probably my favorite probably because the damn name flows so well😂
Neat to catch up on what ya got goin on and we checked out that big blue rig in Stanley a few years ago. Cool build, I think he had just got it? Was curious if ya even braaaped any more? I remember when ya had your dirt scooter dangling off the back.
I'm getting my Ford F450 4x4 CC ready with the super singles and the Carli stuff. Then flatbed (Adrenalin or Bowen), and then a box. I have the 205" wheelbase or 120" cab to axle, so it's got 14' rails. I'm probably going to use the same folks as you to build the box.
I found your channel when you were in the Dodgemahal and I was really bummed to see that build go. I was never fond of the Jeep build, but it was cool. I do like this Fuso, but I can see how some aspects might get tiring after a while. An F550 however, that is a step up from the Dodge, but keeping the same feel!
i found out about Bison from one of your recent vids. Ive already decided on BIson, the custom size & stoutnes is a big deal to me. I just have to move alot of stuff to shift. Sell my half ton/camper etc. Im going w a 2025 Sierra 3500. No contintnetals here, that level is too much $$ & weight. i cannot wait to start this project. I used to be obsessed wi the FG4x4, but Im just inlove w the Sierra HD. Good luck onyour build, will follow this.
sounds like the Fuso isnt Down To Mob jk sorry about mechanical issues you hinted about. More excitement to come with new build. I like the Fuso but for slightly lighter use . Hope Christmas was good and Happy new year to all!
Haha I love the fuso but like I said I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to do another Bison build and step up my game even more!! Thank you for following along!
@@-RyN-23 Well, then, how about 'Truck Life House'! Or, maybe, 'Life Truck House'! I bet there isn't one of those already. . Volley in your court, sparky...
After watching you and others full timing, I think the only way I could commit is to have a base camp setup with towable fun haver. Mobbing the house sketch’s out my mechanical sympathy.
Haha I totally feel you! I’ve noticed that having a trailer I end up mobbing the trailer waaaay more than I’d like. Even when I try to go slow 😂 I like the happy medium of always mobbin the house!
Dude the story! hey are gonna Sh*t when they see it!!! I pooped a little when I first saw her but, future video lol 5:00 some guy walking by, "he talking to a tree?" just keep walking... 11:55 classic
The Land Rover guy probably hangs something on it. I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt. I don’t like that long wheelbase of a crew 450/550. The break over angle and turning radius is…..💩 I like the Fuso 🤷🏼♂️
Ya that just looked so weird to me! Especially on a super clean Land Rover. Really threw me off lol ya the turning radius and break over aren’t as good but the rest of the truck is a work horse! Pros and cons to both, I love trying new campers and new projects!
Congratulations on your new buildI can't wait to see what it's gonna look like. I was trying to find a video of bison's work. They did on that fuso you showed a clip of but I couldn't find it.
It won't be long before people will be starting to use CAT Mining dump trucks for their camping vehicles. It's kind of crazy when you think about it. I can't afford it anyway. 🤣
Don’t. Know why not buy 2012 Cummins that doesn’t have def and can be deleted with programmer to make that power plant work like it should and wants to
Well, that didn’t take long😂
Hahaaa I’m as surprised as you are 😂
That fuse was better than a Aline camper
I've been watching you since you launched your channel, I like alot of adventure channels, yours however is my favorite, your enthusiasm and how you've mapped your life is inspiring. Now your going to build the rig that you've always wanted this will be very cool and wish you all the best towards that endeavor.
Thank you very much for the kind words! It’s been a wild ride, and I feel so fortunate to be able to do this caliber of build. Wouldn’t be possible without my amazing fans so thank you!!
Very cool, '24MY is the last year of the Lariat SuperCab for all Super Duty's including Chassis Cabs. Awesome spec man!
I KNEW IT!
I was actually saying yesterday that the FUSO isn't the rig you want. To slow for your inner GO. 🙂
You know me too well! haha I am stoked for more mobbage
*mobbage lol
Hello! Love your channel. After watching you, I feel great about what I did. I just completed a 2024 diesel F550 4x4 crew cab CA 60. I used Buckstop for the single wheel conversion and I had Globetrekker's zero torsion subframe installed and put a Kingstar Kruzr 8 with storage boxes on it. Love it! Maybe see you in the wilderness some day!
Sounds like a beast of a build! I’m super stoked for you! 👊
Definitely following this series. The expedition style camper on a big rig has caught my eye (family of 4x currently with a ford transit ..space is a premium).
Dude I remember when you bought the Dodge mahal and built the Jeep I never cared for it but you inspired my build back in 2019 and now I'm looking forward to this build to I can't wait to see what you do
Loved the sneak preview with Timmy!
Heck ya thank you! That was so fun haha
Oh sick man I've been wondering! Looking forward to seeing more
Heck ya stoked to have you along for the ride!
Obviously it’s always about our next build! Lovin it!
Hahaa always! Gotta keep moving forward!
NICE!!! Looking forward to what you do......we should compare rigs when yours is done
Nice dude! Can't wait to mob w/ ya this summer on some trails!
@@TruckHouseLife hell ya man I’m looking forward to it as well! It was fun seeing ya in the PNW recently!
Those Buckstop aluminum singles rock. We have 210 offroad Baja trails on them and counting without any issues. The Pirelli PS22's have been a great tire combo. Climbs like a goat and will clear anything our Jeep would so long as you have an 8x11 foot space.
Thanks for the tip! Those tires sound awesome, I’ll check them out for sure!
Saw the sneak peak on Timmys channel, looking forward to the build should be good, hopefully inside storage for the bikes too - thats what I want to see more love for the MTB.
Dude you called it!! I am so stoked for the interior bike storage, more to come on that!
Sick dude. Timmys vid got me so pumped when you were drifting the mobzila
Hahaaa dude thank you! That was so much fun!
Amazing can't wait for this 😍
I am stoked to share the build with you!
can't wait to see how your ford comes along, because I'm right after you. Show the way
Thanks, I will be showing it all!
Love it, best luck. I am worried for you though, lol! As a midsize truck adventurer, I think of all the places in WA, OR, ID, Utah that require more capability than a Subaru but more nimbleness than F550s with 12' boxes. Seems it limits you to forest service roads or very tame and wide secondary roads, at which point you don't really need the beefy 4x4 capability. But, that comes from my own ignorance. Maybe that's why you're going to tow SxSs!
Can’t wait to see what’s next in your build !
Most definitely looking forward to your next build ❤
I’m pumped to share it with you!
12:24 “ I shouldn’t have seen that” had me dying 😂😂😂
Thanks for sharing, Phil and coats, don't forget a ramp for our 4 legged pooch❤,or elevator 😅😅😅
Didn't think it would take you long to jump into a new build. I have been looking for a 450/550 to SS and FB with my current TC that will eventually get a composite box once my ranch property is finished so I can build it 🤙💫looking forward to watching the build so I can steal/ borrow some ideas 😬🤣
Haha absolutely! Keeping the doggos comfy is a priority!
Dude your life ROCKS....
Happy New Year.
Will be following along with this one. I'm torn between truck and van based. I can imagine wanting/needing full sized truck but most of the needs would be met by a van. We'll see.
Either way, you’ll probably find pros and cons with either. My advice is try one of them out and if you get it for a good price you can always sell and go the other way!
Very cool can't wait.
Heck ya, thank you!
WoW -- I've never heard of Bison Overland campers but noticed the Marshal shirt that Drew was wearing and had to look up the website and found that their out of Tulsa (I'm located in Tulsa). I've been researching overland rigs for awhile. I may reach out to see if I can view any of their campers that are in progress. The F550's are the way to go!!!
They make some seriously awesome campers for sure! Tell Drew I sent ya!! 👊
If you don't want the extra wheelbase, you could always build the new camper on a single cab chassis. Betting you wound up with transmission dramas running the Fuso after the sounds it was making.
Ya the single cab would be tough for dogs but nice on the saved wheelbase!!
Back to a good ole American rig!!! Can’t beat our diesel pickups that you clearly love from the old dodge
GET ON IT!🤙
It’s happening!! Whooaa!
@@Down2Mob 😉
That is awesome, can’t wait to watch the new build!
Good choices. I am a Chevrolet diehard, unfortunately Chevrolet doesn't have a 450... or 550. Compared to the Ford. Truckware has some fantastic products. Perhaps a combination of the old school and new version bumper. So you get the additional protection for the headlights. Broken headlights are expensive. The suspension setups are very nice. Important discussions there to ensure ride quality and ability to handle the weight. Lockers front and rear, and properly geared. Additionally a good transfer case and transmission setup. Something that allows low low speed crawling with the weight and highway cruising at highway speeds with the weight. Interior cab creature comforts are just as essential.
Cameras, infotainment, everything. Winches and lights outside. Communication and solar.....
Then of course the camper... creature comforts and interior room... slide outs..
At some point, you may be joined with someone else other than you and your dog. Room and attributes for two are important.
What are your long term plans and goals ? Forever living on the road ? Or within .... time obtaining a base home and this becomes just a temporary home ????? Going to various shows and events.
You mentioned a trailer and SxS... a cargo trailer is a better option. Enclosed and secure. Can additionally store the bikes. Plus it protects things better. Cost wise very close to a standard open trailer. Just provides better options.
This is a great move. Lots to consider. But that's the best part. Being well planned using the experience of being on the road and putting together the ultimate vehicle and home. Nothing wrong with being comfortable. Afterall, it's your home. Plus your profession, being able to show up for an event and stay ... and be presentable and be on the road for hours and stop and not be wore out and road weary. That's important as well. Be bouchie !! Step up your whole game. I am somewhat surprised you're not hauling a toy hauler 5th wheel. Pulled by a nice 4x4 truck.
haha view from 5:06 from the tree angle!! Most creative angle yet. nice work!
Maybe a single cab F-550 if wheelbase is an issue. I have a Buckstop bumper, design is nice overall. Powder coating is not holding up well and I kind of wish I got it in aluminum to save some weight.
Give us a price breakdown of build?????
For sure, I plan on it!
I think that you have been a realtor for quite some time now and we didn’t even realize it. But yes sir you have been a heck of a builder and it just keeps getting bigger and better
Saw you on @TruckHouseLife video with the new F-550. Looking forward to seeing your build, and an awesome 2025!
NICELY DONE
Nice rig, gonna be great!
Can't wait super excited for you n coda!
Heck ya thank you!
The new build is gonna be sick!
02:17
Earthroamer on the Ram 5500, do the frames break behind the axle?
Because of the amount of overhang?
Earthroamer engineered a reinforcement for that problem area?
How is F-550 addressing this potential situation?
.
If I was me, would I shorten the house to avoid that overhang?
Earthroamer doesn’t make their campers on the 5500 platform. Never seen a 5500 breaking like you mentioned. Link?
I love "stoke level" as a unit of measurement.
@@Pappawheely-4x4 hahahaa it’s a solid one!
Totally syched for the new build!!! Wondering about clearance on that huge truck? I know i would scrape everything as i do that with my popTop camper. Can't wait to see it all go down. Thx for the content.
this new truck is gonna be SICK its like the mahal on steroids!
Haha heck ya!!
Stoked for you bud. I’m also in the process of super singling out a 5500 w/liquid springs. (Dusty from buckstop is awesome as well.) The 3500 just wasn’t cutting it being way too far overweight with my current setup, and after having a wheel fall off doin 60 mph in Yellowstone during march with no reception at 1045 pm (tow didn’t get me home til 615am the next day) I decided to go big. Definitely gonna get back to makin vids with the build too. My channel name deserves it 😂
dam dude cant wait to see this next truck camper build Phil!!
Big rig plans! 🛢️🛒🧷
Ohhhh yaaaa!!!
looks l.ike its going to be an Awesome builded !! CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!
Forest green and bronze with the traditional bumper would be tough 🤔!!!
Hell yeah brother
Will all the weight on the rear-axle not be a problem in mud and snow ?
It will actually provide tons of traction having that much weight on the rear! Of course it’s all a balance. The 84” cab to axle length puts most of the weight in front of the rear axle
@raam,
Correct.
Damn, I really wanna see this Phil… let’s see what your mind creates… I lurk more than comment lol but I’ve been watching for ages and remember all the past builds… the dodge-mahaul was probably my favorite probably because the damn name flows so well😂
Just got introduced to your page from our Alaska buddy
Oh heck ya! Thats awesome! I had a blast hangin with Timmy living the truckhouse life
Neat to catch up on what ya got goin on and we checked out that big blue rig in Stanley a few years ago. Cool build, I think he had just got it? Was curious if ya even braaaped any more? I remember when ya had your dirt scooter dangling off the back.
I'm getting my Ford F450 4x4 CC ready with the super singles and the Carli stuff. Then flatbed (Adrenalin or Bowen), and then a box. I have the 205" wheelbase or 120" cab to axle, so it's got 14' rails. I'm probably going to use the same folks as you to build the box.
Sounds like a beast of a build! This is how you do it! 👊
I found your channel when you were in the Dodgemahal and I was really bummed to see that build go. I was never fond of the Jeep build, but it was cool. I do like this Fuso, but I can see how some aspects might get tiring after a while. An F550 however, that is a step up from the Dodge, but keeping the same feel!
you are so beyond cool. I freakin love you.
Seen this coming!😂 Let's Mob Brother!😎🤙👍
The thing you are going to hate about the new diesel trucks are the DEF fluid. You run out you are stuck on the side of the road intil you get some.
How much for the fuso ?
I’ll let you know! It will be for sale in a few months most likely!
Bringing back the 2nd gen vibes. Gonna be cool!!
Good stuff as always! Why the Ford over the Ram?
Thank you! Honestly, I love the looks of the ford more. It’s also a more common platform, that’s really it!
Facts
👊
The F550 rigs are awesome. The only downside is the normal MPT 81 tires that are used on those builds are only rated for 68 MPH.
i found out about Bison from one of your recent vids. Ive already decided on BIson, the custom size & stoutnes is a big deal to me. I just have to move alot of stuff to shift. Sell my half ton/camper etc. Im going w a 2025 Sierra 3500. No contintnetals here, that level is too much $$ & weight. i cannot wait to start this project. I used to be obsessed wi the FG4x4, but Im just inlove w the Sierra HD. Good luck onyour build, will follow this.
Nice.
Movin Forward.... Thats what ya do 🤙🤙🇺🇸🇺🇸🏁🏁👍
Abso friggin lutely!! 🇺🇸👊
sounds like the Fuso isnt Down To Mob jk sorry about mechanical issues you hinted about. More excitement to come with new build. I like the Fuso but for slightly lighter use . Hope Christmas was good and Happy new year to all!
Haha I love the fuso but like I said I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to do another Bison build and step up my game even more!! Thank you for following along!
Let me know when you sell the Fuso.
Will do! It will be for sale in a few months
If I had a dollar for every "dream" on this channel 😂😂😂. I give this new truck 3 weeks before it's gone.
Id call it the new and improved mullet buggy
Hey! My demand that you tell us worked 😂 Saw the truck on Timmys channel first
Going to have to rename this channel Truck House Life 😎
Already have one of those named that
@@-RyN-23
Well, then, how about 'Truck Life House'!
Or, maybe, 'Life Truck House'!
I bet there isn't one of those already.
.
Volley in your court, sparky...
@@-RyN-23yes there is
Holy cow!!
Others have done this, Orverlanders from Canada
I’d like to buy the fuso
Good to know! I’ll have it posted for sale soon!!
After watching you and others full timing, I think the only way I could commit is to have a base camp setup with towable fun haver. Mobbing the house sketch’s out my mechanical sympathy.
Haha I totally feel you! I’ve noticed that having a trailer I end up mobbing the trailer waaaay more than I’d like. Even when I try to go slow 😂 I like the happy medium of always mobbin the house!
That custom license plate is the bees knees 😂
Haha thanks ya know just dreamin 😂
Awesome ! Could have been the Dodge Mahal 2.0 cummins 5500 tho........
Called it when the mobicon went on the market.
I drive an old Dodge pick-up.
Those transmission sounds are normal...
Side x side. Coming to a previously quiet campsite near you 🙄
Why a single back tyre on camper?
Dude the story! hey are gonna Sh*t when they see it!!! I pooped a little when I first saw her but, future video lol
5:00 some guy walking by, "he talking to a tree?" just keep walking...
11:55 classic
@@KyleinADHD Hahaa thanks man it was fun to show ya! And lmfao if anyone saw me filming this they would be so tripped out!! 🤣🤣
Sick 👏🏻👍🏻
Thanks!
Perfect for Baja man,
This is so much better than the Bison
Your not factoring in the space the engine take on the ford. The living space seems a similar length. You are adding a little width though.
Amazing!! I’d love to provide you a car stereo as a gift to support your work. Would you be interested?💌
it's a bigger Bader 4x4 truck camper
The Land Rover guy probably hangs something on it. I’ll give him the benefit of the doubt.
I don’t like that long wheelbase of a crew 450/550. The break over angle and turning radius is…..💩
I like the Fuso 🤷🏼♂️
Ya that just looked so weird to me! Especially on a super clean Land Rover. Really threw me off lol ya the turning radius and break over aren’t as good but the rest of the truck is a work horse! Pros and cons to both, I love trying new campers and new projects!
Congratulations on your new buildI can't wait to see what it's gonna look like.
I was trying to find a video of bison's work. They did on that fuso you showed a clip of but I couldn't find it.
Thank you!! I have a bunch of videos on my bison overland camper build you can find here: th-cam.com/video/FG1ykVBo3-I/w-d-xo.html
The new owners of the Rubi are going wait what , he said it was babied since new
I'm detecting a trend here... 😅
So your saying your F55stoked...GOD BLESS
Haha heck ya!!
It won't be long before people will be starting to use CAT Mining dump trucks for their camping vehicles. It's kind of crazy when you think about it. I can't afford it anyway. 🤣
I def wouldn’t go cab over with the ford 6.7.
Why not?
@ Most engine work requires cab removal.
Don’t. Know why not buy 2012 Cummins that doesn’t have def and can be deleted with programmer to make that power plant work like it should and wants to
A 12v Cummins would be an awesome option for sure!!
“This thing is perfect”
A month later: “this things for sale”
😂
🎉🤙🏾🍿
Wanna sell the Fuso?