Thanks. It was tough to figure out at first but it came together great. It ended up rebuilding it into what you see. Simple is best if it can be simple.
Very respectable Build thank you for the video I just sold my little Tacoma supercharge four-cylinder I bought a tundra and I had the a T Overland atlas camper built for it I’d live on the road full-time be blessed I’m living in a trailer right now but soon I’ll be moving into the back of my truck I like your seat delete I’m going to do the same thing on my tundra I have the crew cab the backseat pretty ginormous
@@bigsouthoverland ..unfortunately the Border is Still Closed due to Covid! i'm in Ontario ( Toronto area..)...The fun places in Canada in my opinion are out WEST in Alberta or British Columbia...!!...the ROCKY mountains!!! oh Yeah!!...cheers Sir! Enjoy you 'RIG'!!
Great video. Love your channel but I’ve watched countless videos of Alu Cab builds and not a single video shows whether or not you can close and lock the back door from the inside as you are up in the tent sleeping. Can you close and secure the back door from inside the Alu Cab?
The Alu Cab does have a latch inside the at the top and bottom of the rear door. It's a spring loaded type of latch but technically there is no lock. I hope this helps.
Something you could do for a trasharoo type bag for the tire mount is a dry bag. You can take the backpack straps off the dry bag and lash it to your spare tire. Just put a heavy duty trash bag inside it and you are good to go!!
We are glad you enjoyed it. We are already changing a couple things inside since we shot this...stay tuned. Thanks for your continued support. We look forward to hearing about your alu cab build.
Great setup and a beautiful vehicle. The Alu Camper; I assumed you purchased and had it installed from one of their distributers here in the US, meaning you did not install this yourself? a neat idea to remove the back seats for that gorgeous fridge. We're (2+1 small dog) thinking of a Taco for our run around the US then head south. This set up is exactly what I am looking for.
I'm loving this build. Can you tell us more about your suspension, especially the specs on the heavy duty leaf springs? I added an Alu Cab Canopy Camper to my Tacoma and it's largely coping fine with the additional 400lbs but there is definite sag and loss of ground clearance. I'm looking at Deaver Expedition Stage II that claim to handle 400-600lbs additional bed weight with around 2" lift. Also, did you cut the Prinsu rack to fit? Was it making contact? Looking forward to your heater video. Keep up the excellent work!
Duane the leaf packs are O.M.E./ARB heavy duty...per the specs, they should keep the truck level up to 660lbs... I believe. I also have the Bilstein 5160 shocks in the rear. I am sure with our additions of gear we have exceeded the 660lbs. but the combination of the two seems to be working well. As for the Prinsu rack...I chose to cut it down mainly to eliminate weight and I was unable to use the portion of it that is under the camper. It was not touching the camper in any way. We are headed to camp and I should be able to finish up the heater video soon. Keep watching. Thanks. Leaf Pack: tinyurl.com/y7bhfurd Shock: tinyurl.com/yd8vbp4s
Great looking rig! How are you attaching the water tank? That seems like a much better location using dead space vs the AluCab tank in inside the canopy. I am about to pull the trigger on one for my Gladiator so looking for ideas. Thanks!
Hey. The tank is through bolted to the bulkhead of the camper. The Front Runner tank has holes molded in it to facilitate this. Install the tank BEFORE the camper is installed. Good Luck.
So we look like we're about the same age and the wife and I are about to completely retire in 6 months and want to do something like what we see you doing. I like the simplicity of the design and I keep coming back to the same camper setup. Don't want something gigantic and full-time, want to be more maneuverable and enjoy driving in parts of Alaska also. Not the typical gigantic full-time retired mess I see people using. Still want to be able to pull our boat and do some fishing also. Not going to be full-time off-road boondocking but having the availability! Wondering what your favorite setup is for bathroom necessities? Getting up in the middle of the night needing to go sometimes? Any opinions or advice would be highly appreciated friend! Thank you very much for your time. We will be tuning in often! John& Dawn
Hey John. We have have three different bathroom options. A 5 gallon bucket, a Foldable leg style from Walmart and currently a Thunderbox, also foldable, from Iron Man America. The Wally proved difficult to collapse/open the legs but light weight. The Thunderbox folds nicely but is heavy, With each we would simply place it set up at night in the floor of the camper at the front of the bed/cab area so it was ready if needed during the night. Obviously you'd need to stoop under the camper bed to use, or at the rear but for us with the benches and the rear door that didn't work. In the mornings we pack it away if we are moving on or place it outside in the 23 Zero shower enclosure. I hope this helps. We are getting back on the road soon so keep an eye out . If you have any more questions don't hesitate to ask.
Hey mate, there is a fair few companies with stock of wheel bags in Australia, have a look at crash pad, it’s no necessarily the best, but it suit your build and fits over the tire instead of using straps that can go brittle
Awesome rig and awesome video. I am planning on building something like this, and would love to know what modifications you made to the suspension if any.
Awesome video! I too have a Canopy Camper on my Tacoma. Have you discovered any tricks to closing your Exhibition Essentials propane tank holder? I struggle with mine, using an 11 lb tank.
I too had some trouble. Remember the turn is only a 1/4 turn to lock it. Open it and line up the catch lever inside pointing up...then close and turn to the left with a 1/4 turn while pushing in on the face to compress the foam and it should catch. Good Luck.
Nice Setup Which is the model of Front Runner water tank is it? Also which diesel heater is that and did you exhaust it through the floor of the box. I just bought a Tacoma Access cab and an Alu-Cab canopy camper.
Hey. I have added a link to both the water tank and the heater below. I did exit the exhaust of the heater through the bed floor. I'm working on a video about the heater so look out for that. Water Tank: tinyurl.com/y25w6tqk Heater: tinyurl.com/y3gqh39e
@@bigsouthoverland Appreciate the info. I will look forward to the heater install. Any reason why you went with the all in one heater system and not the diesel heaters with a remote fuel tank? Also, how is the water tank attached to the accc?
Great video; very informative walkaround, too! I've got an '07 Prerunner (6' bed) with Bilstein shocks that I'd love to outfit similar to yours. I realize mine isn't 4X4, but I don't have to drive in the back country. Do you think it makes sense to trade up to a 4x4, or save a lot of money and keep my Prerunner? It's got just 97k miles. Thanks for any thoughts.
I'd keep the Prerunner. With a locker in the rear you should be fine... especially if you don't go places that are likely to get you stuck. Spend the money on the build out.
We drilled into bracing of the door and attached it with self tapping screws. The Front Runner table already has holes in it that allows it to line up with the bracing so you don't have to drill trough the door. We used 5 screws.
We have slept in some pretty good storms and not really had any issues. You do have to remember you are in a tent, but the wind did not through us around. I hope this helps.
The Alu-Cab alone is about $9300 for the base plus labor to install and that depends on where you are as far as labor rates in your area. There are not many add on items ...propane bottle mount, molle panes, etc. Most of the add on/upgrades we installed ourselves. I hope that helps.
What size solar panel are you running? Are you finding it is enough to keep up with the fridge when you aren't driving? Love the walkaround. I have been enjoying building my own alucab set up and love to see what others are doing as well.
I'm running a 160 W panel but it is not enough to sit for more than 2 days to keep the fridge running. I have to drive every day for the best performance.
Great great Setup !! what is the official payload you can put on the Taco in your country ? in mine it's so low (~600kg), the hilux with 1000kg is the only way to carry canopy camper and passengers with their stuff :(
@@TerryManitoba Learn from my mistake. Attach the water tank BEFORE the Camper get fitted on the truck. Figure out where the water will exit the tank also and drill any holes BEFORE the camper is installed. It'll be much easier to access any bolts/nuts .
@@bigsouthoverland Yes - I've got both - waiting to get installed. I just have to estimate where exactly to position the tank. I will likely just use it for outside gravity water usage on the passenger side.
@@TerryManitoba The front Runner tank will fit in the space at the front outside of the camper. There is a narrow "tray" in front and we just centered the tank in that. you will have to add a fill hole on the face of the tank as you cannot access the included fill hole once installed. Gravity feed will be easy. Good luck with it.
Hey. I simply drilled through the existing holes on the table back and lined them up with the bracing across the bottom and up the center and then used self taping lath screws...9/16 I believe. Hope this helps.
I need to know more about that double ram ball manfroto mount you have for the go pros! I’ve been looking for something like that for a while. Do you have a link?
Here are the links to the ball and mount. You will of course need the ram ball mount base also. Ram Ball tinyurl.com/yd2lrqzd Mount tinyurl.com/y77ojaab
Hi there, I have been considering the front runner water container between the cab and the front bulkhead of my Canopy Camper also. Can you tell me how you mounted it to the canopy camper? Thanks.
Yes, absolutely! The tank is molded with holes that enable it to be through bolted to the bulkhead. Use about a 2.5" or 3" bolt and some large fender washers to hold it in place. You will need to drill through the bulkhead...and you will have to remove the two trim panels on the side of the camper...It's a job but it can be done.
@@david.rencher I couldn't figure out any other way to mount it without drilling. I think outside is a better option than inside which is what Alu Cab has come up with using their tank.
@@kevinklasman not hard at all. I did have to install another fill valve because the valve that is built into the tank becomes inaccessible once the tank is installed in front of the bulkhead.
Hey Josh, We are using the Alu-Cab mattress that was included with the camper and we also added a 3" foam topper. We can close it with two pillows and both mattress/topper, inside with no issue. We sleep pretty well up there.
Awesome video, awesome rig! I’ve watched your video a couple of times now as I’m in the process of getting one. 1 question, is the suspension upgrade you did adequate? Or now that you have had it a while would you suggest some thing beefier?
With all the weight that's on the truck why not opt for a full size truck that can handle the load. Tacoma was never meant to be driven with all that weight. Handling must be nerve-wracking.
Thanks for sharing.
Nice everything ! Great setup. Enjoy !
Thanks 👍
Sasquatch lights I love that!
The refrigeration slide was my favorite, well done on the build!
Thanks. It was tough to figure out at first but it came together great. It ended up rebuilding it into what you see. Simple is best if it can be simple.
Thanks for the walk around very cool set up
Glad you enjoyed it
👍👍👍👍👍👍GREAT VIDEO AND INFO, GREAT GEAR AND TRUCK.
Thanks so much! We are trying to get into Canada in 2022.
A great tour of your rig, and you answered some of the questions that others don't get to - thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent video. The frontrunner water tank setup is very neat.
Love this truck 👍
Very nice rig setup. I'll subscribe and see you on the trail. Thank you.
Very respectable Build thank you for the video I just sold my little Tacoma supercharge four-cylinder I bought a tundra and I had the a T Overland atlas camper built for it I’d live on the road full-time be blessed I’m living in a trailer right now but soon I’ll be moving into the back of my truck I like your seat delete I’m going to do the same thing on my tundra I have the crew cab the backseat pretty ginormous
I'm inspired! Thank you.... 😊
Extremely nice build. You should consider SEMA 2022.
Thanks so much. That's a big leap for us...but thanks for the vote of confidence.
Thanks very much. That is a big leap for us...thanks for the vote of vote of confidence.
That's one of the best taco's and set up out there!
Thanks so much!
This is the best layout with the Canopy Camper I have seen. You really have thought this build through really well mate.
Thanks
Thanks for sharing this build.
Been debating on many different configurations but by far I keep coming back to your video. 🤙🏼
Safe travels to y’all.
Thanks so much! Good luck with your build.
Nice setup.
Thanks!
Great rig. Especially the Believe sticker.
we are always keep a watch out for the Squatch!
Really nice set-up. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much.
So simple, so easy. Nice job! love it.
Nice setup, I'm thinking about going this route myself.
Do it! you'll love it.
I absolutely love your setup! Your design, installation is so well thought out. Just beautiful!
Thanks very much. It is a constantly evolving adventure.
WOW!! So Well 'Thought Out'!....SOLID like a TANK!!!...Safe Travels Sir!! cheers from Canada!
Thanks so much. We are trying plan a trip to Canada this summer. Any idea on the restrictions coming from the U.S.?
@@bigsouthoverland ..unfortunately the Border is Still Closed due to Covid! i'm in Ontario ( Toronto area..)...The fun places in Canada in my opinion are out WEST in Alberta or British Columbia...!!...the ROCKY mountains!!! oh Yeah!!...cheers Sir! Enjoy you 'RIG'!!
Nice setup!Look into the Trasharoo for garbage and firewood and whatever you wish to carry outside the rig..
Thanks. I have a "trashbag" now but it's not very good.
Nice rig, well thought out. Considering this same shell on a Mojave Gladiator.
Thanks so much David. If you like the option to build it out yourself inside then the Alu-Cab is a great platform for that.
Very nice build! About to get my family out over landing soon. Keep the vids coming!
Thanks
Great video. Love your channel but I’ve watched countless videos of Alu Cab builds and not a single video shows whether or not you can close and lock the back door from the inside as you are up in the tent sleeping. Can you close and secure the back door from inside the Alu Cab?
The Alu Cab does have a latch inside the at the top and bottom of the rear door. It's a spring loaded type of latch but technically there is no lock. I hope this helps.
Something you could do for a trasharoo type bag for the tire mount is a dry bag. You can take the backpack straps off the dry bag and lash it to your spare tire. Just put a heavy duty trash bag inside it and you are good to go!!
Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for the walk around
You got the wheels in my head turning again lol
Hopefully I'll get my canopy camper by April next year
We are glad you enjoyed it. We are already changing a couple things inside since we shot this...stay tuned. Thanks for your continued support. We look forward to hearing about your alu cab build.
Do you think you could still fit the same cooler if you kept 1 seat behind the passanger? Curious how long that beauty is.
The fridge is too long to keep the single seat. It is a monster and eats up most of the back seat area.
Running same suspension setup. Don’t need fancy. I just running icon add a leaf. 265 Goodyear duartrec. It’s a better ride quality I think.
Thats a cool setup dude, enjoy the trips!
Thanks! Will do!
Thanks for the review and good luck with the channel and adventures.
Thank for the video. Just selling my Promaster conversion and looking to buy the Alu Cab. Really like the boxes/benches you built inside. Thanks
Great video, beautiful rig.
Thanks very much.
Beautiful set up.👍🏻
what a beast!
Thanks
I am in the market for a very similar setup so this video was very helpful, thanks!!
Glad we could help.
Great set up buddy 👍👍
Thanks 👍
Nice set up.
Thanks!
Great setup and a beautiful vehicle. The Alu Camper; I assumed you purchased and had it installed from one of their distributers here in the US, meaning you did not install this yourself? a neat idea to remove the back seats for that gorgeous fridge. We're (2+1 small dog) thinking of a Taco for our run around the US then head south. This set up is exactly what I am looking for.
Thanks very much. We did have it installed by a dealer.
Did you have to do anything for the suspension as far a airbags stuff like that.
I did change the rear leafs to a OME 600lb. Helps but we are still a bit heavy.
Nice!
Very cool
GOALS !!!! I like it
Nice rig!
Awesome setup!
Love your set up I have the same on Colorado ZR2
Thanks very much. I have seen one on a Colorado.
Thanks for the walk around! Good info 👌🏽 been looking for something similar
Take a good look at the Alu-Cab. It's great if you'd like to do the build out yourself.
@@bigsouthoverland Thanks!
I'm loving this build. Can you tell us more about your suspension, especially the specs on the heavy duty leaf springs? I added an Alu Cab Canopy Camper to my Tacoma and it's largely coping fine with the additional 400lbs but there is definite sag and loss of ground clearance. I'm looking at Deaver Expedition Stage II that claim to handle 400-600lbs additional bed weight with around 2" lift. Also, did you cut the Prinsu rack to fit? Was it making contact? Looking forward to your heater video. Keep up the excellent work!
Duane the leaf packs are O.M.E./ARB heavy duty...per the specs, they should keep the truck level up to 660lbs... I believe. I also have the Bilstein 5160 shocks in the rear. I am sure with our additions of gear we have exceeded the 660lbs. but the combination of the two seems to be working well. As for the Prinsu rack...I chose to cut it down mainly to eliminate weight and I was unable to use the portion of it that is under the camper. It was not touching the camper in any way. We are headed to camp and I should be able to finish up the heater video soon. Keep watching. Thanks.
Leaf Pack: tinyurl.com/y7bhfurd
Shock: tinyurl.com/yd8vbp4s
Where did you source your extruded aluminum for making the cabinets?
Try going to tnutz.com
Great looking rig! How are you attaching the water tank? That seems like a much better location using dead space vs the AluCab tank in inside the canopy. I am about to pull the trigger on one for my Gladiator so looking for ideas. Thanks!
Hey. The tank is through bolted to the bulkhead of the camper. The Front Runner tank has holes molded in it to facilitate this. Install the tank BEFORE the camper is installed. Good Luck.
So we look like we're about the same age and the wife and I are about to completely retire in 6 months and want to do something like what we see you doing. I like the simplicity of the design and I keep coming back to the same camper setup. Don't want something gigantic and full-time, want to be more maneuverable and enjoy driving in parts of Alaska also. Not the typical gigantic full-time retired mess I see people using. Still want to be able to pull our boat and do some fishing also. Not going to be full-time off-road boondocking but having the availability! Wondering what your favorite setup is for bathroom necessities? Getting up in the middle of the night needing to go sometimes? Any opinions or advice would be highly appreciated friend! Thank you very much for your time. We will be tuning in often! John& Dawn
Hey John. We have have three different bathroom options. A 5 gallon bucket, a Foldable leg style from Walmart and currently a Thunderbox, also foldable, from Iron Man America. The Wally proved difficult to collapse/open the legs but light weight. The Thunderbox folds nicely but is heavy, With each we would simply place it set up at night in the floor of the camper at the front of the bed/cab area so it was ready if needed during the night. Obviously you'd need to stoop under the camper bed to use, or at the rear but for us with the benches and the rear door that didn't work. In the mornings we pack it away if we are moving on or place it outside in the 23 Zero shower enclosure. I hope this helps. We are getting back on the road soon so keep an eye out . If you have any more questions don't hesitate to ask.
Does'nt Alu Cab offer its own 13 gallon water tank system.Was it cheaper to do the front-runner water tank.
Cheaper yes but a lot of work to install.
Nice setup!
Just kindly ask how much it cost you for the camper set? I really like it. Thank you
Great set up. ~carol
Hey mate, there is a fair few companies with stock of wheel bags in Australia, have a look at crash pad, it’s no necessarily the best, but it suit your build and fits over the tire instead of using straps that can go brittle
Awesome rig and awesome video. I am planning on building something like this, and would love to know what modifications you made to the suspension if any.
I changed the leafs to OME heavy duty. Rear shocks are Bilstein 5160 and fronts are 6112 Bilstein.
hey there! beautiful build. why did you have to cut the roof rack? would it not fit how it was?
The Prinsu rack fit but the section that is under the camper overhang was unused so I decided to cut it off to save a bit weight.
Awesome video! I too have a Canopy Camper on my Tacoma. Have you discovered any tricks to closing your Exhibition Essentials propane tank holder? I struggle with mine, using an 11 lb tank.
I too had some trouble. Remember the turn is only a 1/4 turn to lock it. Open it and line up the catch lever inside pointing up...then close and turn to the left with a 1/4 turn while pushing in on the face to compress the foam and it should catch. Good Luck.
I like your side benches. will have to look at that for mine (just ordered for my Gladiator). What grade of aluminum extrusion did you use?
80/20
Nice Setup
Which is the model of Front Runner water tank is it? Also which diesel heater is that and did you exhaust it through the floor of the box.
I just bought a Tacoma Access cab and an Alu-Cab canopy camper.
Hey. I have added a link to both the water tank and the heater below. I did exit the exhaust of the heater through the bed floor. I'm working on a video about the heater so look out for that.
Water Tank: tinyurl.com/y25w6tqk
Heater: tinyurl.com/y3gqh39e
@@bigsouthoverland Appreciate the info. I will look forward to the heater install. Any reason why you went with the all in one heater system and not the diesel heaters with a remote fuel tank?
Also, how is the water tank attached to the accc?
@@TerryManitoba the simple answer is space. The all in one fits nicely in one of the benches. I may explore an external fuel tank down the road.
You had me at Murder Spork
I love that thing.
Love the benches. Are they 80/20? can you share the cut list?
Yes they are 80/20. I do not have a cut list though. It was a cut as I go project.
Great video; very informative walkaround, too! I've got an '07 Prerunner (6' bed) with Bilstein shocks that I'd love to outfit similar to yours. I realize mine isn't 4X4, but I don't have to drive in the back country. Do you think it makes sense to trade up to a 4x4, or save a lot of money and keep my Prerunner? It's got just 97k miles. Thanks for any thoughts.
I'd keep the Prerunner. With a locker in the rear you should be fine... especially if you don't go places that are likely to get you stuck. Spend the money on the build out.
Nice walkaround, how were you able to mount the Front Runner drop down table to the rear door?
We drilled into bracing of the door and attached it with self tapping screws. The Front Runner table already has holes in it that allows it to line up with the bracing so you don't have to drill trough the door. We used 5 screws.
How does the canopy handle the wind? We have been looking into one but my wife is afraid that it will be noisy like a rooftop tent.
We have slept in some pretty good storms and not really had any issues. You do have to remember you are in a tent, but the wind did not through us around. I hope this helps.
Cool rig Bossman! If you don’t mind me asking, what’s the out the door
cost on that so I can start saving. Much appreciated! Stay safe.
The Alu-Cab alone is about $9300 for the base plus labor to install and that depends on where you are as far as labor rates in your area. There are not many add on items ...propane bottle mount, molle panes, etc. Most of the add on/upgrades we installed ourselves. I hope that helps.
@@bigsouthoverland thank you!
what brand is your full molle fabric panel on the back in the camper?
really nice setup... any guess at what you spent all in?
What size solar panel are you running? Are you finding it is enough to keep up with the fridge when you aren't driving? Love the walkaround. I have been enjoying building my own alucab set up and love to see what others are doing as well.
I'm running a 160 W panel but it is not enough to sit for more than 2 days to keep the fridge running. I have to drive every day for the best performance.
Great great Setup !! what is the official payload you can put on the Taco in your country ? in mine it's so low (~600kg), the hilux with 1000kg is the only way to carry canopy camper and passengers with their stuff :(
Why do most of the guys down south of the border buy those short box tacos? Full size cab and this tiny little box!
I don't know. In hind sight I wish I'd have bought a long bed. The longer beds are harder to come by though.
Thanks for the tour. How did you mount the outside water tank?
It is through bolted from the inside. There are mounting holes formed in the tank.
@@bigsouthoverland Thanks - I'm getting my ACCC installed next week and ordered the Front Runner water tank as well. Let the fun begin...-:)
@@TerryManitoba Learn from my mistake. Attach the water tank BEFORE the Camper get fitted on the truck. Figure out where the water will exit the tank also and drill any holes BEFORE the camper is installed. It'll be much easier to access any bolts/nuts .
@@bigsouthoverland Yes - I've got both - waiting to get installed. I just have to estimate where exactly to position the tank. I will likely just use it for outside gravity water usage on the passenger side.
@@TerryManitoba The front Runner tank will fit in the space at the front outside of the camper. There is a narrow "tray" in front and we just centered the tank in that. you will have to add a fill hole on the face of the tank as you cannot access the included fill hole once installed. Gravity feed will be easy. Good luck with it.
Been thinking about getting one of these. I love camping in the rain. How does the tent hold up in bad weather?
So far it has held up well. We have been in heavy rain with no issues.
Awesome set up!! How did you mount the front runner drop down table to the back door with the tire mount on there? Thanks!
Hey. I simply drilled through the existing holes on the table back and lined them up with the bracing across the bottom and up the center and then used self taping lath screws...9/16 I believe. Hope this helps.
@@bigsouthoverland that does help thank you very much! One more thing, where did you get your fabric molle panels on the back door? Thanks!
I need to know more about that double ram ball manfroto mount you have for the go pros! I’ve been looking for something like that for a while. Do you have a link?
Here are the links to the ball and mount. You will of course need the ram ball mount base also.
Ram Ball tinyurl.com/yd2lrqzd
Mount tinyurl.com/y77ojaab
Hi there, I have been considering the front runner water container between the cab and the front bulkhead of my Canopy Camper also. Can you tell me how you mounted it to the canopy camper? Thanks.
Yes, absolutely! The tank is molded with holes that enable it to be through bolted to the bulkhead. Use about a 2.5" or 3" bolt and some large fender washers to hold it in place. You will need to drill through the bulkhead...and you will have to remove the two trim panels on the side of the camper...It's a job but it can be done.
@@bigsouthoverland thanks, I was scared you were going to say drill! Haha I wish there were more t-track on the outside of that bulkhead.
@@david.rencher I couldn't figure out any other way to mount it without drilling. I think outside is a better option than inside which is what Alu Cab has come up with using their tank.
How hard is the water tank to fill?
@@kevinklasman not hard at all. I did have to install another fill valve because the valve that is built into the tank becomes inaccessible once the tank is installed in front of the bulkhead.
Is this truck your daily driver or a dedicated camping vehicle?
Camping only.
What kind of mpg hit does that camper cause?
Currently we are getting about 13-14 mpg.
What mattress are you using to sleep on and do you like it? Is it easy to store up there?
Hey Josh, We are using the Alu-Cab mattress that was included with the camper and we also added a 3" foam topper. We can close it with two pillows and both mattress/topper, inside with no issue. We sleep pretty well up there.
What thickness did you go for on that mattress? Is it comfy ?
It's 4" I believe and we added a 3" foam topper that we cut to fit. With both it's great. Just the Alu Cab mattress was not enough for us.
Are you running the stock front and rear differential gearing?
Yes we are. I may change it in the future.
I like this but maybe for motorbikes
Hey Man beautiful truck, where did You get the alucab?
I purchased it from Ashville Vehicle Outfitters in N.C. They are a dealer for OK4WD in N.J. but there are dealers around the U.S.
I'm sorry Man just caught up on all Your videos and saw the one where You got it 👍
What model Tacoma did you start with?
It's a 2019 TRD Double Cab Short Bed.
Awesome video, awesome rig! I’ve watched your video a couple of times now as I’m in the process of getting one.
1 question, is the suspension upgrade you did adequate? Or now that you have had it a while would you suggest some thing beefier?
I do need something beefier in the rear. It will bottom out if I hit a hole to hard. I may add another leaf. The front seems fine. I hope that helps.
@@bigsouthoverland it does thanks!
Is gas mileage much worse please?
You did there's things you don't like, such as?
That is one nice Taco!! You all have made some nice mods as well. What kind of diesel heater are you utilizing? 👍
Thanks. I have put a link below to the heater. I'm also working on a video about the heater so keep looking out for that.
tinyurl.com/y3gqh39e
LastUSbagCompany makes a great trash bag
Thanks. I'll look them up.
5' is too small imo.
With all the weight that's on the truck why not opt for a full size truck that can handle the load. Tacoma was never meant to be driven with all that weight. Handling must be nerve-wracking.
The Tacoma drives fine. Admittingly is is a bit heavy.