Our Carli Suspension Equipped Power Wagon on 37s Gets a Go Fast Camper

We're setting out to build the best adventure ready 2019+ Power Wagon we can, so for this next phase of the build we installed a Go Fast Camper. Follow along as we make the trek from the GO fast facility in Montana down to our shop in California!
Shout out to Go Fast Campers for the hospitality!
gofastcampers.com/
#powerwagon #gofastcamper #cjcoffroad

[@dustydreager7215]

Diggin it. Keep the power wagon content coming ! I have a 2022 olive green and appreciate your content cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@AlexCr0ss]

More videos like this please

[@DarkHorse08]

Need more of these. I came here to skip through but ended up watching the whole thing. Please make more of these.

[@igotursixx2665]

It would be really cool if they would make a Power Wagon in a Mega Cab version. Looking forward to seeing Andrew's new build!

[@davee2316]

Love the change of pace with the Vlog style video. It was great seeing some personality and behind the scenes enjoyment incorporated in the video. The build clips are amazing but I’ll enjoy the series going forward like this just as much if not more!

[@mustdodiving5263]

Liked this style video… you co-pilot did a great job with his narration…

[@nyalsewell]

Man I dig the hell out of this! Keep this format and build up

[@nhoverlandram5203]

Great Video guys! The deeper dives into the products is a welcomed addition.

[@sherpaec]

Sweet build and love this video style. Quick note, pulling that second gen out, if they had turned the opposite direction it will help pull the front off the truck up out of the ditch and let the strap just pull the rear axle up and out. You would fit the ditch and the drift less on the way out.

[@brokenrockadventures]

Great video. 👍 would love to see more of these.

[@TheCummins1212]

Excellent action footage, really like the driving over the waterfall. Please throw these in more often.

[@brisonpalmer6730]

I think the CJC Powerwagon is the reason there is a shortage of Powerwagons right now. That rig is so sweet and the GFC camper makes look even better.

[@necstanunn]

I really like this style of video... still live the builds too... can't wait to see what else you got going on this rig!

[@aaroncarter1853]

Thanks for the continued Power Wagon content guys, I really appreciate it. I've got a 2019 with big plans for a refit with a number of product you guys offer this summer. Its really great to see the truck out there doing what it was built for and seeing how the upgrades actually help in real conditions both on-road and off. Looking forward to more content in the future, especially in this format of just using the trucks.

[@CJCOffRoad]

This truck just got an axle truss so it's going to get a whole lot more off road use!

[@JasonWaterfalls13]

Love this kind of videos and seeing these trucks in action! Great work guys, thank you!

[@CJCOffRoad]

More to come!

[@brokenwrench404]

I’ve been pretty happy with the ridge grapplers in the snow and ice. Nice n quiet too

[@CJCOffRoad]

Those have much better siping, smaller lugs and a better overall tread design for snow. We've been plenty happy with our RG equipped trucks in the snow!

[@hibiki54]

Beautiful shot there at Toquerville Falls. St. George and Hurricane, UT was one of my favorite places to go wheeling when I was younger. Haven't been there in over 20 years and now that I got my Power Wagon I plan to hit that spot and send it once I beef it up a little.

[@bc6806]

Well done 👍🏻. Nice PW

[@livinthelife6056]

Very cool ! Power wagon content keep it coming !

[@kevinheine9152]

Great video, really enjoyed the blog style as well. Have been a fan of all your videos for sometime but I would like to see more of these in the future. It’s a great mix of your content.

[@eronchamberlain4931]

I like this series. You guys always have the best info about the products you are choosing to use on your rigs. Keep it coming.

[@CJCOffRoad]

More to come!

[@LWRoad]

Keep the adventure VLOGs coming!

[@theonlyDougBlack]

Love it, keep going!

[@jakekirker7388]

Awesome video! Love the PW content and I like that your actually going to use it.

[@homerfeltheim12345]

Love this video. Great job

[@TheAdventureKean]

Awesome video and welcome to my neck of the woods. First off-road adventure with my Carli Pintop 3.25 on my Ram 3500 was to Toquerville Falls. My sway bar has arrived at my off-road shop but it hasn’t been put on yet. The ride is a rough ride. Not overly technical but it is a rough one. I was on highway pressures too and was very impressed so far.

[@BornetoRoam]

Hell yeah!!! I hope y'all make some accessories for it in the future

[@michaellong3629]

Love the content! Definitely add more!

[@igotursixx2665]

Very cool campers haven't seen those yet. Looks great for desert camping not sure for winter doesn't look insulated enough

[@ronaldspins]

That camper is the hot set up😀

[@hockeymann88]

Great content. Lots a quality shots and information.

[@CJCOffRoad]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@drsalt4795]

You guys have the best job

[@CJCOffRoad]

We agree!

[@richardaguilar2050]

Good to know on Go Fast camper

[@abrahamdz1471]

Finally a video guys!! Been waiting for some content

[@CJCOffRoad]

We've been doing our best to keep up here and had to focus on shipping orders and not videos! We're hoping to get back into the weekly uploads though!

[@mr.nobody4349]

Great video and truck of course. Going to see what you can do with my gen 2 99 3500 dually soon. Should make for a fun build for you guys.

[@andrewyoung9751]

Love the power wagon content.

[@Eralston814]

Definitely love this style of content. Looking to purchase a ram this year, 2020-2022 2500 or 3500 and outfitting with a Alu Cab Canopy camper. I will eventually drive to California for y’all to do the install of a Carli suspension system. Love what you guys are doin with these trucks.

[@CJCOffRoad]

We'd love to help!

[@Jibbs_actual]

I had RT's for one winter living in a snowy environment, awful was an understatement haha! They're are amazing for the city driving tho!

[@TW-pq3hn]

Absolutely fantastic!!! Great job fellas! The great production videos are cool for feature builds but, the people just want more content! Even if they are short. My favorite part is just seeing you guys using the equipment you sell and giving honest reviews. It’s obvious RTs can go through the snow but, your honest opinion that their are better options out there is extremely valuable. Thank you!

[@CJCOffRoad]

We'll do our best to get back on the weekly uploads! Sadly we've just been too busy to get out and film!

[@TW-pq3hn]

Totally understand! I can’t wait for you guys to get busy on my rig!

[@FreedomToRoam86]

Sweet Ram, even more so w the Go Fast

[@connordanhof5022]

Truck looks awesome and looks like it does really well! Glad you guys enjoyed st George think I passed you guys on the road. That powerwagon looks mean

[@CJCOffRoad]

Give us a honk next time!

[@muddyram]

Awesome video! Love the direction you’re taking the power wagon. That annoying seat belt chime is super easy to silence by the way. Makes wheeling much more enjoyable

[@CJCOffRoad]

Yeah it's on the to do list with this truck!

[@mikeypalas]

Ok, I need one of those campers. You did the suspension on my 2020 green PW. This is the perfect lightweight solution. Looks like the decked system can stay in place too.

[@CJCOffRoad]

Yep the Decked will work fine with this setup!

[@jeanphilippepoitras]

Nice video guy’s!🤘🏼 That camper is the cats ass, lightweight so it doesn’t screw up the truck balance too much, i like it a lot. Also love that light mount on the bumper. Keep on posting PW stuff guy’s, there is never enough😂. I see im not the only one who likes the hydro blue on his truck💪🏻

[@CJCOffRoad]

Hydro blue is a killer color!

[@1uniqueguy]

Loved the video!

[@nor49cal69]

I use to live in La Verkin, UT right where you guys went through!!!

[@campoften8452]

Vlog style was good! Let’s see some of you guys beating down trucks in the desert!

[@CJCOffRoad]

We’ll have to make it happen more this year!

[@shuawallace7901]

Would love to have a set up like this some day

[@socalexpeditions]

So rad!!

[@dannymagana5328]

*biased powerwagon owner comment* This was an awesome video! I wasn't sure if I liked the camper or not but this really sold it. Truck looks great and you guys seem to have had some fun making the video. It's going to be a good year for the PW.

[@CJCOffRoad]

Oh yeah! This thing just got a Carli axle truss, and is about to get the 3.0 Dominator setup!

[@dannymagana5328]

@@CJCOffRoad need to hear how much performance upgrade you guys get!

[@rodrigocarrillo9126]

Vlog is sick

[@mustdodiving5263]

Liked this style vid…

[@joelpepper275]

looking at this set up on my rig. what's the new height measurement to top of camper (not including racks) as i'm trying to see if it would fit into an 8' garage. thanks guys and great video!

[@loganhuckabay7570]

The vlog videos are cool. I’m interested in how y’all setup this rig with all your gear and supplies. I also like the feature trucks, but seeing the trucks get used like they’re built for is better!

[@CJCOffRoad]

We'll be documenting the build out on this one!

[@mattdagger1480]

That’s weird my kenda klever RTs did absolutely amazing when I took them out the last blizzard we had!

[@603Cummins]

I had those RTs on my last truck and living in the northeast it only took me a single winter to get rid of them. Pretty solid in the dirt but trash in the snow, wet, etc.

[@CJCOffRoad]

We couldn't agree more!

[@lylejohnson2360]

I'd like to see you replace the tubular bar skid underneath....maple off road seems to have the only one.

[@imagedetailstudio9965]

Awesome! Does Go Fast Camper make a version that is compatible with Rambox?

[@SamanthaHAgastin]

Awesome 😎👍 content. ⁉️ is it possible to swap a TRX steering wheel on this rig? I think the current PW one could have more character.

[@phxedcwo]

Good video as always. We are always adding more to our trucks like larger tires, racks, bumpers, tools and other gear. Then, throw in towing a trailer around and we'll definitely need more stopping power. I have a 2018 Power Wagon that comes in north of 8000 lbs. What are your thoughts on brake upgrades? Pads/rotors, maybe new calipers with more pistons for better clamping power. Keep the videos coming.

[@CJCOffRoad]

On our experience, good pads, rotors and fresh fluid is enough! We usually use EBC products on our personal trucks!

[@grisa12345]

Thanks for sharing the video. I’d rather sleep in my bed with my ARE Overland camper shell and keep my gear on the roof, than vice versa with gear in the bed and sleeping on the roof. So far I haven’t had my topper move or give me any trouble after a lot of trails. Tents are the worst. Wind, flapping sound, exposure, harder to get in and out. Sleeping in the bed makes more sense but I guess that’s just me.

[@CJCOffRoad]

There's absolutely an advantage to a shell. Really it just comes down to personal preference!

[@grissom.]

super cool to see you making videos with “Just Diesels” will we be getting a video of his 3rd gen?

[@CJCOffRoad]

We'll probably leave the coverage to him since he's going to document the whole build on his channel, but might do a final wrap up video here once it's complete! We'll be doing his suspension soon though!

[@stevenpeterson7234]

Awesome Video!!! Love the PW!! Wish I could afford one. What was your MPG for the trip?

[@CJCOffRoad]

We sat around 8-11 MPG depending on terrain, which actually isn't far off from our normal mileage in this truck!

[@Blakelyc]

Great video, glad to see some content. When are we going to see a video on the Carli E-Ventures system?

[@CJCOffRoad]

Hoping to get it out in March!

[@Blakelyc]

@@CJCOffRoad can’t wait. I already ordered and paid for one for my 2022 F250 and I’m hoping I didn’t make a mistake

[@rbljackson]

I just found your channel. Been looking at those go fast camper shells and was curious how it would look on a Ram Power wagon or Mega. Hows that thing holding up long term? Im thinking a decked system in the bed plus that camper on top would be a great set up. Can I mount a kayak onto the roof rack rails? How much weight can they support? Last question.....is the bed space water tight with the camper shell on there? thanks

[@CJCOffRoad]

It's been working well for what it is! The bed area is not quite water tight or dust proof like some other options but we love how light weight and versatile it is. It's also plenty strong enough to have Kayaks on the roof!

[@TheUnorthodoxx]

Finally THE VIDEO; been teasing us for a while now! So what made you go with the version without the side tent doors? Also do you have the blinking Axle Lock light often? Yes, I like this style of video, keep ' em coming!

[@CJCOffRoad]

We went back and forth on the side doors, but ultimately decided we didn't want to have a ladder to keep things cleaner, so we went with the internal entry design. Our bed will be mostly open so that makes things easy! As for the blinking light, our rear locker started to malfunction after the snow incident, but we'd likely place the blame on having custom 4.56 gears on this truck since there isn't an off the shelf option yet. To save people the hassle, it isn't worth re-gearing for 37s from the factory 4.10s on these after driving it both ways!

[@TheUnorthodoxx]

@@CJCOffRoad Ah man thanks for that info. I always thought about having all the doors open for summer sleeping but the keeping clean didn't cross my mind. Yeah, with that 8 speed, 4.10s and 6.4 it should be fine right, lol.

[@sandiegobashbrothers]

What transport company did you use to ship your truck??

[@jeffb6333]

Is there a video on the trail light install on the front bumper?? Looks very smooth

[@CJCOffRoad]

We didn't do an install video, but could do one all about those lights if people want it!

[@jeremycurbey7958]

@@CJCOffRoad yes! Was wondering the same thing, very clean looking. Would love to do the same.

[@navseal345]

👌

[@es.photography]

? Did you guy film the shops 3rd gen at dtx. Still waiting for you guys to jump that thing...

[@CJCOffRoad]

We spent most of the day driving it for fun, but it's going to get a dedicated video soon!

[@michaellimon8281]

Hi, big fan of the Chanel and video. Has anyone ever told you you look like Toby from the office?

[@CJCOffRoad]

All the time! 😂

[@sandiegobashbrothers]

That’s awesome!! I have a 2021 pw and about to put on the carli backcountry suspension on mine! I’d like to do the road trip! What was the cost to ship your truck there?? I’m in SoCal also! Thanks! 🤙🏽

[@CJCOffRoad]

It was around a grand or so? It all depends on when you’re shipping though as prices change. It was a fun trip!

[@sandiegobashbrothers]

What company was it??

[@williamfrancis402]

Lol, i would have thought they would have cleaned the snow out of the bed before installing the camper but ..

[@johnhanson1337]

Did you see a big drop in the mpg with the GFC? What we’re you averaging?

[@CJCOffRoad]

Actually no. MPG was maybe 1MPG worse at most, granted the bar is low already with a PW.

[@4wdiesels]

Boy you guys kind of disappeared for awhile, glad to see you're back doing good things! I'm also glad to see you guys still have the Power Wagon. I thought for sure you had sold it and banked out because of the outrageous prices of used pickups. Power Wagons guzzle the gas but they sure are cool. Let's go Brandon 🇺🇲

[@CJCOffRoad]

We actually just trussed the front axle on this rig so expect more videos of this truck getting down!

[@medicchester]

What MPG are you getting? I'm at 15 Hwy and 11 City original stock set up on mine.

[@CJCOffRoad]

That's about the same as we get! We took a slight hit with the camper but it's not crazy.

[@Frenchie751]

Is the guy without glasses the same guy from Justdiesels?

[@tawaitai]

Did you look into any other campers such as Super-Pacific X1 or Vagabond Drifter? What made you choose the Go Fast? BTW Vlog style is good, nice to go along on the adventure!

[@CJCOffRoad]

Ultimately it came down to our relationship with GFC. We've worked with them in the past, and enjoy their brand ethos, commitment to production in the USA and their product. All three options you mentioned are fantastic choices though!

[@tawaitai]

@@CJCOffRoad I'm guessing they're the lightest of the three?

[@CJCOffRoad]

We actually haven’t compared! They’re all pretty similar from our research!

[@mikeh8498]

Do you feel like you could fall out sleeping? Is there a lip?

[@CJCOffRoad]

No you'd have to somehow break through the sides of the tent to fall out!

[@lifescansdarkly]

I was looking into this setup but I don't like how there's a big gap between the roof and the tent (looks to be at least 6"), seems like that would act as a big air scoop at highway speed. Every MPG you lose is the equivalent of 30 miles less range, and when I'm on long road trips out West I can easily find myself with hundreds of miles between fuel stations so that's a real concern. Would be interested to see the numbers on fuel economy once the trip is over!

[@CJCOffRoad]

So believe it or not fuel economy was very similar (still awful) with the camper on and off. The variance got larger as speed increased, but we averaged 16-8 depending mostly on the mountains we were climbing and that’s about where this truck normally sits. Range was in the mid 300s which is poor but about on par with what we get normally in this truck. The diesels have a little less than double the range.

[@lifescansdarkly]

@@CJCOffRoad Interesting, thanks for the reply! Glad to hear it wasn't a big hit, the GFC is a really robust tent and I do like how it's a complete bed solution.

[@oinn8003]

Got a 22 Olive Green, so to install this camper I need to go all away to Utah?! Can’t I just drive to Santa Clarita and get it done by you guys? Also it does snow a lot in Southern California, Big Bear 🐻

[@CJCOffRoad]

We don't install Go Fast campers, but lots of places around here do! We thought it would be more fun to visit their facility though.

[@patriotshockey9945]

@@CJCOffRoad would love to know who offers this GFC install option in socal instead of driving up to Montana. Are you guys planning on making any mods or buildouts in the GFC?

[@scotsemmens596]

What kind of light rack is that?

[@CJCOffRoad]

www.cjcoffroad.com/collections/ram-lighting-kits/products/dodge-ram-19-on-2500-3500-7-xl-linkable-kit

[@mikerobinson8734]

Good looking rig! I was so close to buying one of these but the fuel economy was what turned me away. The PW already has terrible fuel Economy, I can’t imagine how bad it is with the lift 37’s and that camper. What are you getting? 8mpg? I opted for a Diesel Rubicon and I get incredible range and 27mpg average.

[@CJCOffRoad]

Yeah this thing is around 8-11 which is why we prefer the diesel Rams. Same platform and double the fuel economy with more power! You did it right with a diesel Rubicon!

[@mikerobinson8734]

@@CJCOffRoad I’ll admit though the PW comes with some features that are unmatched in all the other Ram trucks. Wish they would put a 5 link in the front/rear of the 2500HD with the same PW package. I could live with the less payload and towing capacity if they had the PW diesel OMG that would be amazing!

[@extspence]

WHo makes the light bar on the front?

[@CJCOffRoad]

www.cjcoffroad.com/products/dodge-ram-19-on-2500-3500-7-xl-linkable-kit

[@PS987654321PS]

Why didn't the GFC block all that snow from getting in? This is terrible. If that snow freezes you have a big problem camping in that.

[@CJCOffRoad]

That was from the drive up to Montana when the truck still had an open bed!

[@MikeUtah]

How significant is the increase in wind noise?

[@CJCOffRoad]

Is there, but really only noticeable over 70.

[@ryananderson6321]

@15 mins in.... Amazing point to bring up about GoFastCampers essentially promoting an 'open-source' platform to build off of.

[@Elogyz]

Hello! I have a 2010 Ford F-350 that I haul with daily (around 10,000 lbs.) I was interested in getting either the $750 2.5” leveling kit, or the commuter 2.0 2.5” lift. I’m looking for very good ride quality. Which one would you suggest?

[@CJCOffRoad]

With that much weight on the truck, the bigger the shocks the better so we'd recommend the Commuter out of those two!

[@Elogyz]

@@CJCOffRoadok! Do you think I will need to invest in a airbag system to prevent sag?

[@CJCOffRoad]

It all depends on how heavy it is!

[@timothymroberts2949]

What Carli system is on this truck?

[@CJCOffRoad]

Power Wagon Pintop! www.cjcoffroad.com/products/2019-2500-power-wagon-pin-top-system

[@shakubob]

So wait, is this build Pintop or Dominator?

[@CJCOffRoad]

It's been on both, but is currently on a Dominator system.

[@jdirt1982]

Who knew ralphie does camper reviews....

[@juballarue6290]

So how was the fuel milage ?

[@CJCOffRoad]

Bad, but really not that much worse than stock! The bar is pretty low on these Power Wagons haha.

[@juballarue6290]

@@CJCOffRoad Lol ... Gotta pay to play!

[@lyricalman20]

Wtf they didn’t even clean the snow out first smh

[@gurupurkha]

What the heck. If I were the company installing the camper, I'd sure as hell remove the snow from the bed for the customer. Customer services these days isn't what it used to be.

[@Djtruckin]

I must say, nice ride, a little bummed that they installed camper over the snow in the bed. Show some lack of care on there end. Just saying. They must have had a good reason. Oh well, none of my business. I’m just talking notes.

[@CJCOffRoad]

We told them it was fine! Felt bad making them shovel out the bed when we weren't going to have any gear in there!

[@DC-rl4rp]

Love the camper…but come on GoFast….I’ld be Pissed if you didn’t give me as a Customer…who shipped my Rig To YOU….and slapped the unit on top of my bed full of Snow…..Do better GoFast IMO..

[@evanmiller1642]

Im not sure who carli . I wonder how long this overlander fad will last

[@ralphmartinez9919]

Nope. Just lost the purpose of yo truck. The bed! Hard pass on this crap for trucks. Yuppie shit

[@CJCOffRoad]

Our bed is still open and now we have a camping spot too. We don't really see a downside?

[@TheAdventureKean]

Awesome video and welcome to my neck of the woods. First off-road adventure with my Carli Pintop 3.25 on my Ram 3500 was to Toquerville Falls. My sway bar has arrived at my off-road shop but it hasn’t been put on yet. The ride is a rough ride. Not overly technical but it is a rough one. I was on highway pressures too and was very impressed so far.

[@CJCOffRoad]

Yeah that road isn't technical, but the embedded rocks are enough to shake your teeth out in a stock truck! The Carli sway bar will be a welcome change on that road!