A couple thoughts. We’re running 41” continentals on Staz wheels. I started with balance beads and very much disliked them. I didn’t like the feel of them spinning up, and maybe just an install issue but had trouble with debris plugging my valve stems when airing up / down. I’d like to try...
This rig served as the inspiration for our build and we finally got to see it in person at Expo. Wow, even better in person. The attention to detail is awesome. It’s a purpose built truck which is used, tested, and functioning for its purpose - not just show. Cheers to whomever gets this well...
We have four kids and had similar needs / wants. I’d like a cab over but couldn’t yet do an EC Core build. I found a quad cab c5500 former mobile command unit. (Build thread here in for forum), you can see what I came up with also on our IG @wehartstravel. He’s been reliable and comfortable so...
I modified a truck bed hoist. Eventually I’ll custom build an aluminum gantry : hoist instead to save weight. Also a reversing strap winch (meaning you can crank both directions without flipping the switch.
I used mine a lot during our recent drive to Guatemala when our wheels began to fail...
I ended up finding mine on FB marketplace. I used four across the back of our c5500 expedition rig. If I see one I would always ask if they had more. I did find an upfitter doing builds for Ameren IL I think in Springfield IL… can’t recall the name but maybe watch around there.
This spring above Guanajuato MX. 4 kids, one doggo to Guatemala and back over 4 months. Self build from a former mobile command unit. Build thread here in the forum under family mobile command I believe.
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Hi! Fellow family overlander here. As you know you’ll be hard pressed to find a crew cab over in 4x. Just a resource for you however, you might call Rolly at RC in Florida. He does 4x conversions largely for industry (bee keepers etc). Super nice guy.
An NPR with flat bed removeable camper...