Why I Bought a Truck Camper I Northern Lite 610 Lightweight Overlanding Truck Camper Tour

After living full-time in a 16' Airstream Basecamp for 3+ years, I decided to buy a truck camper! Join me to learn why I purchased a 1994 Northern Lite 610 lightweight truck camper for my future Overlanding rig as a solo female traveler. I'll take you on a tour of the RV as well as share what I foresee as the pros and cons of this truck camper setup. I even outline what I think Napoleon and Jasper will like!
00:00-00:21 Intro
00:22-07:51 Why I bought the truck camper
07:52-09:51 Renovation plans
09:52-14:39 Tour
14:40-14:58 Outro
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[@floridagirl330]

I like the idea of being able to escape into your truck without having to put yourself in danger by going out the back door and around to your truck. A safe way to leave a bad situation!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Agree! Thanks for watching!

[@gorvlivin]

I camp in the back of my expedition and pull the a TT. Disconnect and disappear.

[@beverlybalius9303]

I agree,,,, I want a class b but if I can’t afford it i will buy an older truck and a new truck camper.

[@1Trupurpose]

I wouldn't "chop it up" to make modifications. Dont cut any other vent/can't fan holes unless there's factory markings for one. Replace the existing vent with a fant fan. Dont remove the support cabinets or windows to cut the outer shell for a larger window. You'll mess with the structural integrity and get "spider" cracks in the fiber glass shell. Even if you try and add some braces. Do get some air lift air bags for the rear, independent of each other, dont "T" them together. Have a way to air them up, small air compressor plug into cigerett lighter socket. You have to check them often. Get a more stout sway bar and Bilstein shocks. You dont want it swaying back and forth side to side. Stressing everything and tossing things around, stuff flying loose, out the cabinets, frige, when you pull in to a gas station at an angle through an abrubt driveway. [I worked in the RV industry for several decades and I was master certified towards the later part, went to many factory trainings, and had certifications in chassis, appliances, accessories, etc] After being retired for ten+ years, I still have people call me for tech advice.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for all the tips!

[@josephpetrick3499]

The trailer I'm thinking of rebuilding is skinned in aluminum and it has wood framing so fracture crack's would be no problem, no fiberglass. It's good to know the very cabinets are structural. I kingd of figured that.

[@1Trupurpose]

There's a fine line where certain vehicles have to be rigid, and having to give/flex. If its too rigid, then cracking/tearing can occur. The same goes if there's too much give and flex. If Youve seen a travel trailer chassis/frame before the rest of it is built, they are arched upwards towards the ends. Then after its asssembled, it straightens out with the weight of the rest of the constructed trailer. Like you see a long flat bed semi trailer is arched up in the middle, but when a load is on the semi trailer, it levels out.

[@Mike-01234]

@@1Trupurpose Why not just get overload springs or add more springs then airbags. I remember we did that on our 3/4 ton pickup years ago worked great as long as you kept the camper on all the time. We just took entire thing to a spring shop worked on heavy truck springs they removed the leafs re-arched and added leaf's to it until it was level. They even re-enforced the mounts welded bigger ones on and added a heavier sway bar. Truck drove nice after that seems like airbags would be good if you remove the camper drive it like that.

[@1Trupurpose]

Yeah, that could be done with the springs. I've removed the leaf springs and sent them to a shop that reached them and added leafs. You can also get what they call progressive add ons, which dont assist until the load in the truck increases. The air bags do have one down fall. They slowly leak, which is normal. About 2 lbs of air a week. There is a kit that has a little compressor, two gauges, and you can adjust the pressures in each bag from the drivers seat. I'd like that option because if the campsite isn't level, you could adjust the rear height and even side to side.

[@scenicdriveways6708]

You chose wisely, Northern Lite is a very good truck camper. My wife and I were Full Time RVers for just over 2 1/2 years. One thing we noticed is it's pretty hard to find a place to go boondock by yourself and be peaceful. We've gone out of our way to find spots where no one would bother us , just to have people riding their ATV's and dirt bikes right through our campsite only inches away from our slides. ( and there was nowhere for them to go behind our RV or on the sides). It's like nobody knows anything about Camping Etiquette or basic manners these days, it was very frustrating. And this happened everywhere we went, boondocking , private campgrounds, state park or national campgrounds, you couldn't escape peoples rudeness. It's sad.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So great to hear! Thanks for watching!

[@source5729]

@@TailsofWanderlust Really?! 😂

[@michellee7469]

@@source5729 right?!🤣 I think she missed the tone and personableness of his message and just pulled the info out that will be useful to her. 🤭🤷🏻‍♀️

[@whiteturtleadventuresandphoto]

Had a 9'6" Northern Light. LOVED it!!! Redo ALL the seals on the vents and windows. Also regularly check for excess moisture. STRONGLY recommend airing it out as much as possible especially in the colder weather to keep it dry. Get a much bigger truck then you think you will need. After you get everything loaded then find out that it handles horrible on a lighter truck you will thank me. I have helped hundreds of people with truck campers over the years and have seen them try and mask handling issues with air bags, springs, shocks, new brakes etc. only to spend a lot of money and still have issues.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Really great tips, thank you so much for sharing!

[@richarde1355]

Good thoughts and comments! What would you consider at "lighter truck" with application to this specific camper?

[@whiteturtleadventuresandphoto]

@@richarde1355 Tundra, 150, 1500, etc I would say is too small. I had mine on a 2500 and I would say that would be minimum if only the camper and basic gear. If also towing anything I would go up one more to a 3500 / 350 just to be safe with not only the suspension but the heavier brakes as well. The older campers did not have a lot onboard like batteries, charging systems, large water & waste tanks so the rated weight is a little misleading if you do much upgrading. Also it seems that once you get a "small" camper we upgrade to a larger one pretty fast 😂 so may as well get more truck at the start just in case!

[@richarde1355]

@@whiteturtleadventuresandphoto thank you!

[@Digital_Notions]

Remember, the higher center of gravity of these truck campers pose just as much of a problem as the weight. Sure, if you're driving on highways and such, a small 1/2 ton truck (Ford F-150, Tundra, Chevy 1500, Ram 1500) would be fine. But if you get off road, or start to load up the camper much, you'll quickly run into issues where the weight makes the truck handle awful given how high up it will be. Buy oversized if at all possible.

[@johntossing624]

Wow, I can’t wait to see what you will do to this rig! Very excited for you!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks John!! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@samanthahorne5236]

@@TailsofWanderlust

[@lindasteinbrenner8065]

You put so much thought into this… good for you! I am sure it will be beautiful and efficient when you are done. Good luck finding a truck! Can’t wait to see how it all turns out. ❤️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@free-range-humanproject7212]

Congrats! Welcome to truck camper life! Im a new convert myself, after living in travel trailers for 4 years I decided to try the truck camper. For a lot of the same reasons you mention, i like the compact-go anywhere 4x4 camper. I considered buying one and renovating a retro 70’s camper, but decided just to build a new one from scratch. Im not finished with the inside but im happy with the outside. You can see it on my channel. Again, congratulations. Looking forward to seeing your improvements

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That's awesome, love that you are building one out. I'll check out some videos thanks!

[@chelseab5467]

That is so cool. The fact that you are making an extra escape hatch is such a smart idea. I can;t wait to see the changes you'll make!! Thank you Tails of Wanderlust!!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching Chelsea!!

[@33Jenesis]

You put a lot of thoughts into what would suit your situation. Looking forward to see how you remodel it and quest to find a truck for it.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@carahupprich8359]

Looking forward to watching the renovation. Your preparation and research is impressive. I tend to impulse buy and then research what I got. :). You and Jasper and Napoleon are going to have some great trips in your new rig. Congrats!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Cara!!

[@hbuzzell]

That is the perfect truck camper! I love that you found one!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@missykay8346]

Thanks for the tour. We can’t wait to see the renovation process and finish. Love the pic of Jasper and Napoleon with his paw on Jasper’s head…too cute. As for the truck, still recommend checking out a Duramax Diesel - super quiet and great gas mileage. You won’t regret the initial expense.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

I really wanted to go with the Duramax, but sadly the prices are just too insane right now.

[@MarySears]

Excited to see all your improvements and adventures with your new camper!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@missroxanne7123]

Oh I can’t wait! Let’s get this baby renovated and explore! Awesome plans! Love it! 👍👍

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!! So excited to get it out there!

[@brunnie]

Thanks for the update, Cass. You've got lots of work to do so it is going to be interesting to see how you solve some of your problems. I can't wait to see the finished product. Good luck with the truck search. Until next time... Travel Safe.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@evesmith6429]

I’m so excited… Can not wait to see the transformation!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@tyrone-tydavis5858]

So well thought out.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!

[@getfreethenrv815]

You're onto something. We love our lance truck camper. Being able to pull into somewhere almost like a normal vehicle is priceless somedays. We have yet to truly "Get back" into the depths of some of those trails and areas, but soon. very soon. Keep on keeping on!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So good to hear you enjoy yours! Excited to be able to park in trailheads and such again. Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@lancewebb5990]

Made a truck camper out of a lear camper shell. Fabricated the top of it by cutting it down the center and put hinges on the sides so i can fold 1 half of the top to 1 side the other half to the other side. I then use poles with adjustment holes to work like a awning for both sides that way it dont hang over the windows. As well works great because i keep my solar panels attached to the bottom sides. So when its open they are up to charge. Works well because i keep my solar generator charged at all times. As well i got a small fold up solar panel. I use seals like a t top car would have when closed so no water can leak in. In the bed above the wheel wells on both sides i made hand crank scissors to crank up the side rails have a lip on them so i can set in my wood frame i keep stored under the bed that stays in the lower of the bed. As well a fold up floor that is very nice now i got a loft area. In the corner of the loft i have a place cut out and use a 2 step fold down latter to get up and down. To cover the top it was easy as useing poles from a sub 0 tent as well the top of the tent to make the roof. The walls for the loft area open up and unfold as you crank it up very solid and air tight. I have a small mount that hooks on the wall to hang my small tv and i just use led lights. In the loft area i use just a nice blow up mattress for when i have company. The lower area i have on one side my bed the other side a small stainless sink under it i got a small 7 gallon fresh water tank. A small microwave on the corner of the shelf. To the front of the cab between both sides i got a night stand with a top drawer and under it is my power station. Anyways gives you a rough idea what i made. When alone i do not use the loft and just use 4 quick mounts to take off my solar panels and put on the top. But when looking at the truck it looks just like a normal truck with a cap. And it only takes about 30 min to take it all out if i need to use my truck for other reasons.

[@Banagal]

I'm excited to see the remodeled truck camper. I like your ideas!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@jeffrohr5586]

Awesome find! Looking forward to seeing it after renovations

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Jeff!

[@staroceans8677]

As ALWAYS you are amazing and always put in such extraordinary effort in in everything you do. I'm sure it'll be amazing when you're finished and look forward to the process as it unfolds. I wish you luck in trying to find the right truck...hope all goes well.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@hardcoreherbivore4730]

Yeah, having the ability to go where most people can’t is very important to me as well. So important, I am willing to give up having a bathroom, and an indoor shower. Planning on still producing electronic music on the road. For that, I need space and privacy. Had to research the lowest powered studio too, which was actually a lot of fun. 🤗

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That's quite the rig you will have if you can accomplish all that! Would be interested what you end up with!

[@lindaheminway6279]

We went from a class b to a truck camper a few months ago. We get your choice totally, and love our Eagle Cap. We love it!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So good to hear! Glad you’re enjoying it!

[@philwhitney1108]

Happy New Year! Great choice on the older model (two piece) camper, as it's very lightweight, compact, - safer than pop-ups, and should be rather maintenance free. You'll certainly have the ability to travel many areas that others cannot. Definitely a bonus given the frequently over crowded popular sites. Another wise move - keeping the base camp, to first see how you adjust to the new set up. Sounds like you may end up sleeping down below and save the upper bed for possible company 😴 since your used to that nice large bed in the base camp. Looking forward to the renovation! Sure hope you can find the right truck in this craazy market. Be well!

[@timgillman]

And it is less likely to have leaks. I'm not sure about the cabinets but the cabinet doors looked like they were solid plywood.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@bluejeans8001]

All of the many channels I have followed over the last decade seem to have a similar theme. That is down sizing and migrating away from trailers to a more mobile all terrain type home. This will be fun to monitor this new transition. Thanks for sharing

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Agree! I’m really curious how we end up liking it in the end

[@chaosncheckt9356]

You have obviously given this much thought so kudos. Got a good friend who pretty much did the same - moved from a small overland trailer to a truck camper for his 1/2 ton. His main regret is he should have stepped up to a 1 ton. All the specs tell him he's ok weight wise he feels the 1/2 is just too small. He is a big boon docker and has done a mix of dropping the truck camper and going off in the truck and taking everything. On several occasions, he's come back and someone has moved into his boon dock site - something he never worried about when he dropped his trailer. He does find he doesn't drop the truck camper as much as he thought he would. To him, it's more of a hassle loading the truck camper back onto the truck than it was connecting his trailer. As most RVers tell you, trailer haulers are at times jealous of self-drives (van or truck camper) and self drives are jealous of trailer haulers. Being able to drop your home and go off exploring has lots of appeal. Looking forward to your build out.

[@neptunetriton]

The boondocking scene has gotten so crazy in some places that I actually have to set up a small bathroom/shower tent, chairs, bright orange leveling bricks, folding table, etc etc - you know make it extra obvious someone is there - or else someone else will take your spot within a matter of minutes while you run to town for a bag of ice.

[@jonthebru]

Good analysis.

[@Aboite81]

@@neptunetriton wow that’s crazy.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Really great point, as I've seen campers taking over other sites. It is crazy out there.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

It's so true, there's pros and cons to each setup. I definitely won't be taking the truck camper off when out camping, as it is such work to line it up and put it back on correctly. Thanks for watching and for the insight!

[@glamfamcampers]

Good bones, can't wait to see the renovations

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Very soon!

[@kerriirvin5206]

Looking forward to seeing the process

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Kerri! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@JanieAlcove9]

IDEA FOR LITTERBOX. Using the lower half of the storage cabinet to the right of the kitchen, cut a cat hole entry on the bedroom side. That way it’s invisible to general view, easily accessible from the front for cleaning and kitty won’t spread litter all over the camper

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Great idea, thanks Janie!

[@EatSleepRVRepeat]

That camper blew us away! It's incredible how light it is. I essences you can use a a Ford F-150 with a light weight of 1400+. We are so happy for you and look forward to the adventures. Lou & Angie

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Lou & Angie! It’s a great unit really wish they would start building them again.

[@anthonylorubbio6755]

I just bought a Northern Lite 610 and it’s my new home :) looking forward to watching your videos and tracking your journey for ideas and inspiration. Thanks!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Nice!

[@bringing_you_grace1495]

We traveled for awhile in a van and recently upgraded to a truck camper we love it!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So glad to hear that! Really looking forward to trying it

[@hinslensen682]

Interesting project Cass. Your truck camper looks very well kept both inside and out.. I'm looking forward to the built/result. Cheers!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@50spudman]

Sounds like you’ll be busy for awhile. Thanks for the tour. 👍✌️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Going to be a busy spring that's for sure. Thanks Spud Man!

[@aaronsesula2033]

Good for you !! Nice camper

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you Aaron! Appreciate you watching!

[@zygmuntziokowski7877]

Awesome!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Appreciate you watching the video!

[@warrenscorner]

That is an awesome truck camper! I’ve never seen any of your videos before but you had me at truck camper. When our travel trailer became unreliable my wife said “let’s get a truck camper “. I wasn’t sure if I was gonna like it but I love it. We took a trip last October from Niagara Falls through Colorado, Utah, The Grand Canyon and back home. It was just over 5000 miles and took a month. We also brought our dog and cat. We have a new travel trailer now but for those long trips I would much rather take the truck camper. I can’t wait to see what you do with this camper. Safe travels and stay well.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That's really great to hear that you enjoyed the truck camper so much for those longer trips!

[@paulhudson8321]

I first looked at northern lite because they were Canadian made but I ended up buying a Truck/camper package deal and it was a 2008 Lance 992 with 2 slide outs. After 2 years I really like the room the slide outs offer. We traded the 992 on a 2022 Lance 1172 which we ordered late 2021 and it should be delivered this spring. We love the versatility of a go just about anywhere truck camper.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So glad to hear you are enjoying the truck camper that much!

[@jeffgonzalez3872]

Excellent choice!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Jeff! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@eileenstickney80]

Perhaps a top entry litter box would work somewhere. Looking forward to seeing the renovations. Safe travels to you, Jasper🐶 and Napoleon 🐈‍⬛!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Good idea, thanks Eileen!

[@johnepperson8867]

I love that you're thinking "what if" scenarios and planning for them with escape hatches !!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks John!!

[@johnepperson8867]

@@TailsofWanderlust You're welcome !!!

[@TakeATripTogether]

This video answers some questions I was asking on a newer video. LOL Looking forward to hearing what you think about the truck camper once you get it finished and take it for a spin. We have a tiny camper but it has almost a queen size bed... which can still feel small since there are two of us and we have a king bed at home.

[@guylongley1573]

What a great little camper. Something like that would be perfect for me. I have a 94 Dodge Dakota and that would fit perfectly. Thanks for the tour. 👍😁

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@brianf9615]

I’m learning so much from this channel.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So glad to hear it!

[@geraldineross5168]

Looking forward to watching you upgrading you camper van. Love puppy and kitty they are beautiful. ❤️❤️❤️

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!

[@Julie-vw5py]

Excellent video! I’m really looking forward to the renovations

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@64maxpower]

Good for you guys, Congratulations

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!

[@martharivera8139]

Thsnk you for sharing so eloquently

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching!

[@hounddohg2768]

I love this. You are great

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching!

[@MikeB-in1nd]

Great choice

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Mike! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@TheRealSuperJ]

That is so cool and I can’t believe the dry weight is so low. The fiberglass shell should be more durable than other RV construction methods as well. Congrats!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@alohatvj]

The truck camper is pretty amazing 👏 😍. Look forward to the camper updates.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@sad754yt]

That really is great find.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Sam!

[@princearthurlouispagan9901]

Excellent presentation! Amazing lifestyle!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@stretchhurion6702]

that is what I looked at when I was younger but I changed my ideas and wehn with my trailer I am looking forward to finding the other video's on your renovation thanks

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Finishing up a few things but hopefully have that video soon!

[@leannemeissner6344]

Congratulations!!!! Looking forward to seeing the metamorphosis of your new toy!! Have fun!!!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@murrayt3434]

I have had a N.L. 610 for many years I have removed the windows to reseal them and I would not worry about replacing them with slightly larger ones I at all if that’s in your plan. These early ones are a thin fibreglass skin glued to blue XP’S plywood styrofoam SM then the foam board is glued to 3/16” merranti plywood creating a composite. . There is no frame around the windows. If one was concerned about compromising the structure you could add a wood frame between the skins. Complete floor is replaceable while on jacks on jacks. It’s not glassed in like some other models. Floor is a grid work of 1x wood sleepers with XPS foam board fitted between the wood strips then 1/4” plywood glued on top. As far as holding up the roof after removing the fridge cabinet consider a mini beam possibly made of Baltic birch plywood . It could run from the back wall of the camper on one end , along the curve of the roof and be supported on the other end with one post maybe at the box end wall. These campers are keepers for sure . Always fixable and rebuildable. Except for the counter top and the table even the interior cabinetry was built lightweight. The only hard side camper shells any lighter wound be a full custom job. Mine is almost 30 years old and still looks great.. Good luck !

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much!! That information is going to be immensely helpful when I start work on it. So glad to hear yours has been treating you so well. Love your idea on the beam. Thank you!

[@DavidWaldrip]

This is great! Congratulations

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks David!

[@BBear-km7mx]

Something to consider for camper tie down under the bed of the truck: merely use a long one piece length of thick wall 2" square steel tubing. Bolt it to the frame/bolt a piece of channel iron to the frame/then bolt the 2" tubing to the bottom of the channel iron, if need to lower the 2" tubing below the frame. The 2" tubing is minimal cost. Drill holes in each end of the 2" tubing and install eye bolts, to which you can attach your camper tie down chains/spring loaded tied downs/etc. Also, when you need to jack the truck up for any reason, the strength of the thick wall 2" tubing allows you to put a hydraulic jack under the outer end of the 2" tubing for a jack support when jacking up your truck. Another good use of the 2" thick wall tubing: if your trailer hitch has a 2" opening going through the trailer hitch mounting assembly, push a 2" thick wall square tube through the opening in the trailer hitch assembly. This will accomplish at least 2 things: have the 2" tubing extend out past the end of the bumper and use it for attaching camper tie downs; install some heavy duty eye bolts/tow hooks/ etc and they shall be available should you require being towed sometime; the 2" tubing will also act as an extra bumper to the rear of the truck; can hang mud flaps on the 2" tubing also. I've used this setup on every truck I've had over these past many years. Hope this helps others out there...

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Those are great tips, thank you very much! Still haven't figured how I want to tie it down to the Tundra, so thank you very much for sharing!

[@KaltrinaDemiri]

I think a truck camper setup is the best because it allows you to go to more offroading places without having to tow something behind you. Great choice!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That is the hope! I'll be really interested how it ends up.

[@dougdekuiper3194]

What a find. These truly are a needle in a haystack.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

They sure are!

[@adventureswithgnomie6553]

I love older truck campers - I have a Nissan Frontier and this gives an idea for a camper.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching!

[@carolgale2590]

Love the new to you camper

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@BarbellFinancial]

I think your channel’s logo might be my favorite one I’ve ever seen.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you, appreciate that!

[@FionaEatsFood]

I think you're building my dream build, so I'm excited to see how this turns out :)

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@edrumsas5420]

Cool. Best of luck

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Ed!

[@WW-wf8tu]

I got pulled to this video because I got updated on the Tundra you bought after this video. lol Always impressed with your well thought out process of how you arrive at your choices. When I heard the year of this camper, I was glued to wanting to see how you arrived at picking it. lol I do very similar thought processing in my choices. I find a lot of people just accept things the way they are and sacrifice not getting what they want. OR not knowing what they want and or how to get what they need because they don't put enough thought into it all. Impatience brings about a lot of compromises that are not needed. I appreciate your reasonings why you decided to go with a camper vs a trailer or van. Which is funny, since I was just thinking, why not just get a van at this point when you mentioned why not. lol I am not sure you are going to love the camper in the long run. Only because if you are tired of the base camp after 4 years, this change is going to be even more challenging. I would be claustrophobic in a camper of that size. And not having a luxurious leu at this stage in my life is a deal breaker. lol I wish you great success and enjoyment with this purchase. :)

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you very much! Definitely no where near as luxurious as the Basecamp, but I am very excited about where I can go with this one. I'm with you, also very curious how long it lasts!

[@YahshuaLovesMe]

it is beautiful, smart move/buy!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@brianaustin1328]

Looks like a great project. Now, Northern Lite 610’s will be even more rare! :)

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Very true! Maybe we can convince Northern Lite to bring them back.

[@wendyhoffman3985]

So fun. Love it. Can’t wait to see what you do with it. Happy Nee Year

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Wendy! Happy New Year!!

[@curious1366]

Hi! This is the first time I've seen one of your vids. When I saw your title, I didn't hesitate to come on over! I really like the layout of most truck campers, but the lack of pass-thru was a problem for me. I'm curious to see how you set that up! And, I can't wait to see your other modification ideas. I like how thoughtful you were with all your details and how well you explained your pros and cons!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@robp3431]

'Will be awesome to see you start your truck camper adventures and hear about your experiences with the pro's / con's

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Coming soon!

[@nomadicrecovery1586]

So cool I love your life and your passion for it

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Appreciate that, thank you!

[@dougschemmel99]

Super cool… happy travels

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Doug!

[@jerseyjim8365]

Good luck. It should be so much fun. 👍

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks!

[@mikestone9839]

I agree its great to have a variety of "tools" to enjoy the pursuit of being outdoors and exploring! Hooray for you!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@gumpokiegp6259]

🐻wow love your new camper...I'm so jelly. Thank you for sharing...God Bless

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for checking out the video!

[@gailjohnson6670]

Interesting. Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you Gail - appreciate you watching!

[@AstheMagpieFlies]

With our cats in my truck camper we put the litter box in the backseat of the truck ( I have a super cab) and left the window between the truck and the camper open so they can go back and forth. Makes emptying the litter box much easier too. We put a tarp down and a litter catcher matt so not as much litter gets dragged around the camper and it's super easy to vaccuum out at gas stations.

[@micnitram2006]

I wondered about this as well, when she mentioned putting in a bigger window there as another pass-through.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That's a great tip, thank you!

[@briangifford7023]

Wow! Great video and cool ideas for it! Good luck!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@bobbleheadwil4075]

Can totally see your logic, great purchase. First time viewer and first time subscriber. Also, I happen to have a truck camper. This is my third one, she's a 2021 arctic fox 865, yep I just got her 6 months ago. I used to think, fifth wheels were the best thing in the world. However, that's before I tried a truck camper. Talk about your game changer. I do love your little airstream, that is just cool as chips. I love how versatile it is. I've got this feeling you're going to fall in love with that truck camper, you're going to fall in love with the practicality of it. Welcome to the truck camper family, we're an odd group, you'll see. 😂🤣😂

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Excited to join the truck camper family, no matter how odd haha!! So glad to hear you are enjoying the truck campers so much. Can't wait to get out in it!

[@mjkraken]

Looks awesome!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@yooperdog]

We have a Scout on order, can't wait. Love that camper. That thing is light.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Hope you enjoy the Scout when it comes in, I've heard great things!

[@zombienectar]

I have a 96 Northern Lite 8.3 . It weighs 1100 lbs. I absolutely love it.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

That’s incredible how light they kept it!

[@ruthmarini8453]

This sounds like a really great adventure. You put up the coffee, I’ve got the cake right here, and let’s get started.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Haha perfect! Sounds good!

[@boestensrud9590]

I like how you have a little home packed in the back of your pickup truck, inexpensive living and your mobile.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks for watching!

[@boestensrud9590]

Two alone can be overpowered, but a 3 fold cord' cannot easily be torn apart."

[@chrishorst6993]

That’s a nice little Camper

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks, appreciate you watching!

[@kaisermojica4216]

Very nice camper. Can’t wait to see how this turns out.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@markreynolds3850]

Congrats on your new camper, very new.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Mark!

[@bentelog2823]

if i remember ur a programmer, perfect stress reliever the nomad lifestyle.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

I’m a Project Manager, so lots of meetings

[@1951Roy]

I went the same route, 16' Casita and an 18' truck camper. Feel more comfortable driving the Truck camper. Good luck with your remodel. Casita uses a small divider for wall support, check out some interior pic's for ideas.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you so much! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@lucillehjort971]

I love it. I was thinking that you should be able to get into the truck cab through the window too, but I thought that in inclimate weather you could park and get into the house part without going outside and in the event, you did feel safe and wanted to leave in the middle of the night or anytime. A smaller mattress, 3/4 size would give you more storage on the sides of the mattress if you need more room for things, too. I would want a twin size because I always imagine, I would need more storage space. Maybe you could get a truck with a back seat jump seat. That would give you extra storage room inside your truck and not be a lot longer as dual cab would be a lot longer, but I just remembered that you drive a truck and pulled a trailer so you are used to length, but the gas mileage may be better with a shorter truck. I know that you need a large enough truck so that you aren’t too heavy. I am so happy for you. Your pets will always be closer to you wherever you leave them inside.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Lucille! You're right, I'm very excited about having the animals along with me. I need the larger bed so Jasper & Napoleon can sleep next to me, so going to get creative with storage in other areas. Thanks for watching!

[@yamaharxz7]

WOW! that's a nice truck camper, it looks in really good shape.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Appreciate you watching the video!

[@davidsamples2598]

very useful thanks

[@TailsofWanderlust]

You’re welcome, thanks for watching!

[@SarahsAtticOfTreasures]

First visit here. I really enjoyed this.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

So glad to hear, thanks for watching and for all the comments Sarah!

[@TomKepler]

I just watched the videos on picking up the camper and this video's tour. Congratulations! Picking the camper up was quite an adventure. The camper seems to be in really good condition. I'm looking forward to your Alaska adventure and the tales you tell.

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thanks Tom! Really excited to start using it, it is in great condition for the age

[@MtndogCO67]

If Northern Lite made that today,,,, omg...what a winner! Great find!

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Exactly! Wish they would bring it back. Thanks for watching Steve!

[@SUVTouring]

Wow, good luck with the project !

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you!

[@bajadan2769]

Very cool set up

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Thank you! Appreciate you checking out the video!

[@kevinclark4261]

I'm a brand new subscriber...VERY cool camper! I have a Skamper camper myself I got 4yrs ago and LOVE IT!! Upstate New York 🇺🇲

[@TailsofWanderlust]

Welcome to the channel, and thank you! I'm from CNY originally - hope it isn't too cold out there right now!