Whether you're loading your truck camper or slide-in camper for your first trip, upgrading your suspension for a smoother ride, replacing worn tie-downs, or getting your camper ready for another season, we'll help you find products that fit your truck, your camper, and the way you travel.Not sure where to start? Choose the part of your truck camper setup you're working on below.
TRUCK CAMPER GUIDES & HELP
Real-World Truck Camper Experience
Truck bed campers ask a lot from both your truck and your camping setup. We've installed tie-downs, suspension upgrades, hitch extensions, and camper accessories ourselves, so we can show you what fits, how everything works together, and what to expect before you head out.With over 75 years of helping neighbors, 35,000+ installations completed, and more than 1 million photos and videos, we've worked with these products firsthand and can help you build a truck camper setup that fits your truck, your camper, and the way you travel.
Common Truck Camper Upgrades
Truck campers often benefit from upgrades that improve stability, comfort, and convenience on the road and at the campsite. Many owners add air springs or anti-sway bars for a more controlled ride, install hitch extensions to tow behind the camper, upgrade to solar power or lithium batteries for longer stays off-grid, and replace worn tie-downs, turnbuckles, or camper jacks to keep their setup secure.
How do I keep my truck camper secure while driving?
Use frame-mounted tie-downs and turnbuckles designed specifically for your truck and camper. Properly securing the camper helps reduce movement, improves stability, and gives you more confidence on the road.
Will my truck handle the weight of a truck camper?
Check your truck's payload rating before loading a camper. Air springs, anti-sway bars, and onboard air systems can improve ride quality and handling, but they do not increase your truck's rated payload.
What's the best way to get in and out of my truck camper?
Scissor steps, hitch steps, and grab handles provide safer, more comfortable access, especially when camping on uneven ground.
Can I tow a trailer behind a truck camper?
Many truck campers extend beyond the rear of the truck, requiring a truck camper hitch and a properly rated hitch extension to tow safely. Always verify the towing capacity of your truck, hitch, extension, and trailer before towing.
How should I store my truck camper when I'm not using it?
Store your camper on stable camper jacks or supports, use a breathable camper cover to protect it from the weather, and inspect seals, tie-downs, and support points before your next trip.
Need Help Choosing?
If you're not sure which products fit your truck camper or truck, call, chat, or send us a message. We'll help you build a setup that's secure, comfortable, and ready for your next adventure.
