Hey great to hear from you! Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Yeah this topper is light and easy to take on and off. Love your channel!!!

Thanks for watching and commenting! Any and all ideas are yours for the taking.

Thanks @AstroDanno! What part of the country/world are you in?

@@adventuresofshadowdog I’m in Mississippi, but I love camping over there in the Southwest. Darkest skies I’ve ever seen in Southern Utah!

Let me know when you come out this way next. Maybe we could meet up. 😎

@@adventuresofshadowdog we might be going to Arizona later this year. I wish I could bring all my gear out there.

Great video and camper, the astrology is fascinating, is there a darks skies viewing area in that area?

Well coming from a guy who actually BUILDS CAMPERS, I’m on cloud nine! Love your channel on Camper Builds and am amazed at your ideas and skills. Thanks for watching and commenting!

That sounds awesome! Wow! Thanks a ton for sharing this. Good luck with your build!

Thanks for watching and commenting. I’ll try to do a follow up video with more build details. 😎

I wish I had recorded that when I built them. But trust me I didn’t do anything special. I think most anybody could do it.

Thanks for watching! I’ve come to learn that when it comes to camping, campers, etc., it’s all a matter of compromise. What I really like about this topper is that it’s light, portable, and can be easily put on and off by one person. There are times I wish it were taller, but then I would have to buy a hard topper and they are too heavy and unwieldy to put on or take off by myself. And hard to store when off. Back to the compromise! lol. Good luck with your decision. Let me know if I can help in any way.

Hello Godley Texas! Thanks for watching and commenting. Hope to see you on future Adventures!

Thanks for watching, commenting, liking and subbing! With regards to the airconditioner, if you live in a dry climate like the Southwest. I suggest a small evaporating cooler. I have one I bought at Home Depot that is cylinder shaped and oscillates. Is about 20” high and 10” diameter. It only draws about 70 watts per hour so I can run it as long as I want. Just add water and plug into a Jackery or equivalent. A true AC unit draws a ton of power, even a small window unit. Just food for thought. Thanks again!

@@adventuresofshadowdog You're so right. I had a small AC unit for a motorcycle-towed camper and it never did a very good job, either, but that wasn't insulated as well as this topper, either. My hybrid pickup has a 2.4kw generator and storage, but I would probably get some standalone power just to save running the engine. I'd really like to know more about the door you built. You don't happen to have any photos or dimensions of that, do you? I would love something like that to go with the topper, when I get it. Such great information.

I really don’t have anything written out. And each vehicle will have different dimensions. But basically I just built a simple frame out of 2x2 lumber. Framed a door and window opening. Used 1x6 lumber for the exterior wall. Same for door. It’s a really simple build. Believe me it’s not finished nicely or anything. But it does the job just fine. And cost me next to nothing. I took my measurements as I built it out. You’ll need the topper in place to take those measurements. And hey! You can camp out of it without even building a wall and door. I did for over a year. I just closed the gate and zippered down the back flap. That worked fine too.

Waldo! That’s funny! Hey I suggest you call the company before you order and talk to them to make sure you get the exact right size. They were very helpful when I called them.

@@adventuresofshadowdog I almost ordered it through Amazon but stopped when I saw about measuring. Thank you

Thank you for watching and commenting. Shadow is wagging his tail!

Thanks for watching! Good luck with your writing.

Thank You!

Thanks for watching and commenting. There are so many options out there that it can be bewildering! Depending upon your purpose, this may or may not be a good option. For me, camping in it for one or two nights at a time, and allowing me flexibility with my truck, it's a great option. However, if I were camping for longer periods, I think I would want to be able to stand up inside of it. This option has me on my knees or stooping really low. I think a Minivan would allow you to at least stoop less. My suggestions is that you look at lots of options and then go with what you think would be best for your intentions. Good Luck!

Thank you! It’s been a really good product for me. After I made this video I bought the roof rack cargo carrier too. That allowed me to free up more space in the camper. It’s inflatable and holds a lot of cargo. Just FYI.

Thanks Dan! Appreciate the comment. 😎

Hi Andrea! Always good to hear from you! Thanks so much for the compliment. Coming from you, who has accomplished so much, it means a lot to me. Hope we can go shoot the stars again soon. ⭐️⭐️⭐️

Absolutely! There are more stable options as well that actually attach to the truck or tail gate. When I Google it I’m amazed at all the products and options made for this application. Thanks for watching and commenting!

Thanks! 😊

Thanks for watching! And I really appreciate your comment. Take care!

Thanks for watching and commenting. If it makes you feel any better, I'm still a working stiff too! Hope to retire in about 7 years. My weekend hobbies keep me sane!

Thanks! A skilled carpenter could do better. But the basic idea is there and even my novice build out works out quite well. Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment!

Thanks!

Thanks Nick!

I thought so too! I only wish I could claim it was my idea. But I learned it from a friend who probably learned it from somebody else. Somewhere out there is a genius who deserves the credit! Lol

Oh boy I agree 100%. I don’t know what I would do without my hobbies. I work hard 5 days a week. But on the weekends I explore the Cosmos and this beautiful earth of ours. Thank You for watching and commenting. Hope to see you on future adventures!

You can use a glue gun and cardboard to make a template to cut the wood. Just search youtube for “how to make a template” they use them in boatbuilding all the time because of the shapes.

I do understand the price consideration. And I would never try to convince someone to go with this product over a hard top. But in my case, I wanted to be able to easily take it on and off by myself. I could never do that with a hard top. That’s why I bought this product. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@@adventuresofshadowdog ah I did not consider that perspective. I am buying my truck on Tuesday so it's my first truck other than rentals. I hopeful to spend a lot of time on the road traveling in it. Not decided on the cap yet. I appreciate the videos!

Happy to help! Please feel free to reach out if I can answer anymore questions. Good luck!

You are welcome Tom! Thank you for leaving a nice comment.

Thank You Mindy!

Thank You! Really appreciate the nice comment. Take care!

Thanks Jon!

Thanks Patrick! Really appreciate you for watching and commenting!

Thanks for commenting! So Capri Camper does make different models. This one I purchased is a non-cabover for. 6’5” bed. My Ram 1500 has a 6’4” bed, so it sticks out a bit further. The bed length is actually 82” long. I’m 5’10”, or 70” tall. So it works for me. But they do make a longer version for an 8’ bed. They also make cob-over medals. Check out their website and you can see all their models and sizes. Your idea of sloping downward is an excellent idea! Thanks so much for watching and commenting!

Thanks so much for watching and commenting. And the tip! What a great idea! It certainly can’t hurt anything to give it a try. And it just might really make a difference on those dusty roads. Thanks!!!!

Thanks!

Thanks Brandon! Appreciate the comment.

Thanks Curt!

I’m glad the review was helpful. Thanks for watching and commenting’

That’s a good question. Before I built the wall and door, a fair amount of dust from the dry dirt roads would make its way into the bed of the truck. The rear window flap zips down from the sides, but is only attached to the gate with Velcro. A fair amount of dust would work its way under the rear window flap. Once I built the rear wall and door, it eliminated almost all of the dust. A little would still work its way in from here and there, but not much. I hope this helps.

Thanks! I didn’t seal the wood but now I’m thinking I should. Thanks for the tip!

I can relate because even though I am not a shy person, deep down I am a loner and I hate to ask for help. I’ll happily help others. Just hate to be the one asking. You will have a ton of room with an 8’ bed. You have to stoop, but you’ll have lots of room otherwise. I suggest you call the company and confirm measurements to make sure you get the exact right size. They were super helpful when I called and I called with some follow up questions too. Thanks for watching and commenting.

Thanks Andrew!

I wouldn't worry too much about a flat. These things are super tough and have an air inlet for each separate panel (left side, front side, right side, and top). And they come with a repair kit in case. HOWEVER, the bear country thing is a different matter altogether! Tough as the topper may be, I wouldn't want what is essentially a rubber boat to be the only thing between me and a hungry bear! Thanks for watching and commenting!

I will try to make a follow up video showing that. Thank you for watching and commenting!

In the summer I use a small portable evaporative cooler. It only draws 100 watts per hour and actually works pretty darn well. I bought mine at Home Depot.

In the summer I use a small portable evaporative cooler. It only draws about 100 watts and actually works pretty good. I bought it at Home Depot.

This was a big concern of mine. I'm happy to report that the mileage difference is minimal. Virtually no difference in town. Highway driving is about 1.5 mile per gallon less. I've been keeping records of this and my truck was averaging 21 mpg before and 19.5 now. I do a lot of highway driving, so my mpg is pretty good for a big truck. I hope this helps you!

@@adventuresofshadowdog thanks for sharing! I appreciate that

Hey Nick! I’ll do my best to give you my opinion. I don’t think I could manage with 6” less of head room. It’s cramped enough already that I’m usually crawling around on my knees. So I agree with you 100% on that point. I used the mounting foam tape generously and packed more of it from the inside around the corners. I haven’t had issues with water leaking in. However, I suspect driving in a downpour might allow some water to leak in. But even then, my floor is just the truck bed and all my stuff is in totes or off the floor on the bed, so I don’t really worry about it much. If you need 100% water tight, I would be a bit concerned. I don’t want to steer you wrong. But I’ve been camping in mine for over a year and haven’t had problems. I would suggest calling them and talking with them. Maybe they can put a skirt on the v1 for you? They were super helpful when I called them. Best of luck! And thanks for watching!

Thanks for the nice comment!

The windows that are a part of the getflated topper are secured with strong velcro. You can open them from the inside but it’s hard to close them completely without stepping outside and sealing the velcro by applying pressure from the outside. The window on the wood wall and doorway I built opens from only the inside. Did I understand your question correctly? And if so, did I answer?

Hey Paul! I wish you were sitting by the fire with me and I would cook one up over the fire for you. You have to move fast though or Shadow gets ‘em!

@@adventuresofshadowdog yes I bet Shadow would get them, he’s saying yum

Hello Roy! Thank you for watching. I’ll do my best to answer your questions. Regarding the weather stripping of the bed rails: YES, I used Camper Mounting Tape, which is essentially weather stripping, all along the side rails and front of the truck bed. I found that to be absolutely critical or some water will get inside while driving in heavy rain. I have a picture of the Camper Mounting Tape in the video. I bought it at Home Depot. Regarding the sealing the door and wall. I had some garage door weather stripping on hand and it happened to work real well along the sides and top of the wall. It is wide enough and flexible enough to accommodate the gap between the topper and the wall and flexible enough to accommodate the curvatures, etc. I just screwed it with washers to the wall and it presses up against the topper. I used regular door jam weather stripping for the door. Now to be perfectly honest, although the door and wall has weather stripping, it’s not 100% weather tight. However, if I want to, I can close the gate and zip down the flap from inside and then it is very weather tight. But so far I’ve been fine even with the gate down and flap up. I hope I was able to answer your questions.

Hello Emmett! Thanks for watching and commenting. Regarding condensation: when using an electric heat source, I have had no problems with condensation. However, a few times in very cold nights I did run a Mr. Buddy propane heater for a while. Even though it has built in safety features, I don’t dare sleep with it on. So I’ll run it before going to bed. When I’ve used it, I have woke up to condensation on the windows. But I have not experienced condensation on the ceiling or walls. Please bear in mind that I live in a desert environment with low humidity. That may play a factor. I hope this helps!

I think that cover would have to come off for sure. But I suggest you call the company and talk with them. They were super helpful for me.

I attached it to the bed frame inside that runs front to back. And, there are two Velcro straps that come attached at the top inside of the topper that can be used to roll up the rear window and snug it tight to the top of the topper. Instead of using the straps for that purpose, I used them to attach the wall to the top. So the wall/door is attached in three places, two at the top and one at the bottom to the bed frame. It holds nice and snug with just that. It also fits tightly with the weather stripping around the edges that apply pressure along the edges of the wall/door to the truck bed and topper. It's good and snug! Hope this helps.

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My Ram 1500 has the 6’4” bed. You will want one shorter for your truck. I suggest you call them and they will help you pick the exact right size for your bed. That’s what I did. Also, they have more size options now than when I bought mine. So I think you can get an even better fit. They were super nice to work with. I hope this helps.

Hahaha! That explains everything. I listened to my own video again to try to figure out what your comment was addressing. I’m glad you cleared up the confusion. In any regard, I do appreciate you for watching and commenting, even if things got a bit confusing. Take care!

@@adventuresofshadowdog yeah it was a cool video! I was looking at the Flatable covers for a Maverick and that’s how I came across this. I’d really like for them to create one that is extended for use with the tailgate down. 4.5’ doesn’t quite work for a camper.

Yes. If you noticed in the video I can reach out the little window in the door and easily open the gate. I actually reach through and close it sometimes on extra cold night. Thanks for watching and commenting!

@@adventuresofshadowdog cool 👍🏾

Well now that you put it that way! Lol

They are portable, foldable panels that I only place up there when stationary and camped. I use bungee cords to hold them in place in case the wind blows. BUT I DO NOT DRIVE WITH THEM UP THERE. They are very easy to put up and take down. Mine are made by Ecoflow. Hope this helps!