Alu Cab Canopy Camper Walkaround -- The ULTIMATE Tacoma Camper!

[@9rows]

Nice vid. I'm tired of pulling a square drop. Been looking at canopy campers. Came down to DirtBox and AluCab for me. As someone who makes a living in the manufacturing space, I greatly enjoy supporting American manufacturers. Once I get my square drop off to its new owner, I'll be buying a DirtBox.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

DirtBox looks like they've got some interesting camper options. I hadn't heard much about them, but checking out their website it looks pretty nice!

[@VictorVlogsPDX]

Such a versatile rig. Was cool to see it in person, but this detailed walk-through brought it to the next level. Cant wait to see all the adventures it takes you guys on. 👊

[@WheretoNextOverland]

@@VictorVlogsPDX us too!

[@Alex_Shi824]

Thank you for sharing, Waiting to see how the fireplace going to work during the winter time👍

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Us too!

[@GATORADDAM]

Fantastic setup. I didn't see the 100 dollar poop shovel. Haha.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Hahaha. IIronically the $100 poop shovel got downsized to a $20 poop shovel. The expensive one will stay with the Lexus. Haha.

[@larryfregin2859]

First..... Aloha from ballard. Been waiting for this vid...nice

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Haha, cheers!

[@Brian.A.Simmons]

Great review and set up!

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Thanks! Cheers 🍻

[@mykalbee]

Very nice. If I ever go with a truck, I would like something similar. Until then, my 4runner and a rtt will have to do.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

@@mykalbee 4Runner + RTT is still a pretty sweet setup!

[@tobynelson5188]

I was stuck at 6’2”. Didn’t listen to the rest of the video. Jk. Great video man and so happy you guys pulled the trigger on the new rig it’s gotta be awesome!!!

[@WheretoNextOverland]

It's not my fault you're so short!

[@4WDisLife]

nice setup, bene following since you got the truck from east coast, and I am trying to something similar to my tacoma, takings notes as I watch.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Hope this video was helpful! If you have any questions as you consider your build, just drop a comment and I'll do my best to answer

[@gregschwartz8977]

Nice setup!!!👍👍

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Thanks! We love it

[@the_mountains_our_calling4809]

Very nice set up!

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Thanks! We're loving it so far

[@maxdexpeditions]

I see this set up as our final family build! Just need more cash!!! 😆

[@WheretoNextOverland]

"Buy once, Cry once". It's our new motto. 🤣

[@jamesholloway2284]

Nice Rig !!

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Thanks!

[@dvsmike]

The tour we have been waiting for! Nice set up! How much are those campers from the manufacturer?

[@WheretoNextOverland]

They start around $13K -$14K for the camper shell and go up as you pile on the accessories.

[@dvsmike]

@@WheretoNextOverland 😲🫨😬🥴

[@WheretoNextOverland]

@@dvsmike right?? Buying it used saved us literal duffel bags of cash 🤣

[@ommaigod]

How much does that weigh? And what did you do to your suspension?

[@WheretoNextOverland]

It weighs ..... a lot probably? The canopy camper itself is about 450lbs I believe. Shocks and leafs have been upgraded, and we've got airbags in the rear.

[@LiterallyOverTheHillAdventures]

I have had 4 nights of running my Dickenson all night long on a relatively low setting without having to get more gas. It was from 0F to 20F each night, it kept me comfortable. The water tank and water pump really do make a difference. Where do you have your fridge?

[@WheretoNextOverland]

That's good to hear! Water tank is first on our list of upgrades. On the fence about a water pump ... need to look into it more. Fridge is in the backseat. We like it there so we can access food / drink on the road without having to get into the camper.

[@LiterallyOverTheHillAdventures]

@@WheretoNextOverland the water pump comes in handy for showering.

[@jpking0512]

Love the setup. I've been looking at the alucab for my tacoma. Where do you put all your clothes when on a trip? We usually just live out of suitcases, which isn't great. Thanks!

[@WheretoNextOverland]

@jpking0512 my wife and I each use our own backpack for clothes. I suppose we could prioritize space inside the camper for stuff like that, but it always seems like there is other "stuff" that takes priority in the drawers / cabinets

[@jpking0512]

@@WheretoNextOverland thanks!

[@markdurmiendo981]

nice set up sir. who's the shop did the build for you sir.. thanks

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Thanks! We bought the truck and camper as you see it (already built). It was all done by OK4WD on the East Coast. Locally (in WA), Mule Expedition Outfitters will be our go-to for any additions we make to the build

[@sfbigdawg]

Nice rig, I just picked up a used tundra with alucab. Did you have the storage bags on the back door before adding the table and molle?

[@WheretoNextOverland]

@sfbigdawg like you, we bought our Tacoma / AluCab used. Pretty much cane built out just as you see it in the video. I've seen some people saying they aren't big fans of the bags on the rear door, but I suppose it all depends on your use case

[@sfbigdawg]

@@WheretoNextOverland I want to do similar as you on the door, molle up top and table down below. I have the bags and they are riveted in with a bunch of rivets through the door. Wondering if I take them completely out and figure a way to plug the holes.

[@armaner7682]

😍😍

[@IndependenceOverland]

Mine has finally landed. Can’t wait to get started. How have you guys been liking it now that you have had it a while?

[@WheretoNextOverland]

Oh man, I'm excited for you. Ours has been flawless, has made setting up & breaking down camp SO much easier (granted, we were ground tent camping before ... but still). The build quality is fantastic. Ours is 4+ years old and everything functions exactly as it should. We weren't sure how much we'd love the Goose Gear setup inside, but it's been great. EVERYTHING has a home, which is a new experience for us haha. Now that we've lived with it for a bit, we've got a round of upgrades on order (water tank, shower cube, upgraded latches, and a few other odds and ends). But yeah, I would 100% get it again without hesitation, and I guess that says everything.

[@IndependenceOverland]

@@WheretoNextOverland Awesome to hear! Coming from a regular RTT the Alucab stuff is incredible, so coming from a ground tent must be wild haha! I am looking forward to new adventures with a place that has walls around it!

[@dubious6718]

Yes its ultimate expensive. It deletes the tailgate and the rear view mirror so you also need a backup camera, and preferably a camera to replace the mirror.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

I can't deny ... it does do all of those things. But still the best canopy camper out there, if youre willing to spend the $$ IMO

[@LordCade]

I miss the LX content.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

More LX content to come, especially over the winter. We've got plans with her. 😃

[@TimKeh]

The external door latch/padlock seems like a poor locking solution. Someone could come along while you are inside the camper and lock you inside the camper with their own padlock, or with a something jammed into the latch holes.

[@WheretoNextOverland]

I thought about that as well, but there is a way to close the door with the latch remaining 'open'. In that position, you can lock the door from the inside, but it cannot be locked from the outside. A bit hard to describe, but they did think of that.

[@ChefAlexSocci]

pretty sure in american its pronounced aloocab hahaha

[@WheretoNextOverland]

I see what you did there ...