[Terrance Barker]

We previously had a Callen camper (El Cajon, Ca) on a 2000 Tundra which met our needs at the time. We've recently moved up to a pop-up camper from Four Wheel campers (Wodland, CA) on our '05 Tundra. It's been quite good so far. We bought the stripped down model which weighs under 700 pounds. It has a welded aluminum frame. We were impressed by how well one worked on a friend's Ford on some trips to Baja on some pretty bad roads (we've been traveling to Baja for over 30 years and know what bad roads are). Check out their website for mounting details.

Originally Posted by dkocol

New to tundrasolutions.com but been finding lots of information, great site, definitely one of the best. The one thing I haven’t been able to find was if any one has specifically talked about slide in truck campers? I have found lots of information on towing, but unsure how much of it applies. I just got a new 2005 Tundra DC and was wondering if anyone out there was hauling a slide-in truck camper? I have been thinking of getting one of the small 6.5' pop up types that seem to range in weight from 1000-1400lbs depending on MFG. I have a couple of question:

Has anyone had issues with Tundras and Truck Campers (the small ones)?

What’s your opinion on Air Bags? I hear they help handling when hauling something like a camper.

What type of Camper tie-downs are you using, Happijack, torklift?

Other general issues concerns?

I have come across a used Northstar 6.5’ dry weight 1200lbs. I am trying to find out more before I take the next step. Obviously the lighter the better and I am trying to balance the amenities with overall weight but also interested in just how much a Tundra can handle and what helps.

Sorry about all of the question, but a newbie to Tundras as my previous truck was too small and wimpy to mention. Been loving the truck, love the ride, and it definitely beat all of the competition!!!