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  1. Brad_UT

    2022 RAM 5500 Composite "Super Camper"

    Craig, Here are some pics of the antenna mounts and ground straps we were talking about.
  2. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Check this out. I had a dual Viair compressor setup, Dual 425's I think. I liked the compact size and having two for redundancy on the trail, but they just didn't put out enough air. Airing up all four MPT's at once from 30 to 70 would take maybe 20-25 minutes. I bit the bullet and got an...
  3. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Bed is spring mounted to the frame just like yours. I'm sure there are a few pages earlier in this thread where I go over the details like length, spring rate, source, etc. The weight and corrosion were on my mind too. I built most of this truck in my garage near Ogden, UT. I don't know what...
  4. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    I think Mike is the guy I that I talked to also. I clearly remember him saying, "you're not one of those overland camper guys are you?" When I said yes, he just sighed. But, he was okay to work with and all the dimensions came out just like my sketches. As far as custom aluminum beds go, they're...
  5. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Those look sweet. I hear nothing but good things about Stazworks. Do they have valve stems both sides? That's a must-have for me. I broke down this weekend and drilled out my steel Buckstop wheels for a second stem.
  6. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    I welded some flat bar to the Kelderman brackets that bolt to the frame. The flat bar extends up vertically a few inches and the tank "foot/bracket" bolts to that. It's a 1 gal tank which makes the the ride really soft. Probably could have gotten away with a slightly smaller tank. Definitely...
  7. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Thanks for the compliments! I have had some issues with aluminum bed. There are quite a few gusset plates that connect the frame rails that run front to back to the slats that run side to side. Alum-Line only welded one side of these triangular plates so they were weak. Cracks have started to...
  8. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Thanks man! The beast is getting better all the time. I was super happy with it on the last trip to CO/UT. Now that the RV/habitat part is done, I'm kinda focused on the "dialing in" the suspension starting with the rear. I'm adding some limit straps and I'll be calling ADS in Arizona this week...
  9. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Took the rig out this week to Colorado and Utah. Absolutely beautiful! The "new" Centramatic balancers seem to help, but the difference isn't dramatic. Next big upgrade for the rig might be some aluminum wheels. Stazworks, DBL or Buckstop - Thoughts? Don't need beadlocks. But do need valve...
  10. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    I picked up some of Just Wehring's new Centramatic balancers that he claims have been made specifically for the Continental 335/80R20 tires commonly used on super single builds. Pictures have been scarce so here you go. The ones I originally got from Centramatic are on the left. New ones on...
  11. Brad_UT

    2022 RAM 5500 Composite "Super Camper"

    Craig - so happy for you buddy! I hadn't checked your thread in a while. Wow, lots of progress! Take care sir. We'll see you on the road one of these days!
  12. Brad_UT

    Finally!! Direct bolt 1 piece aluminum 20x10 super singles F450/F550

    Finally we have a picture. Thank you!
  13. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    My thoughts exactly. So far, it's worked out great. Wouldn't change a thing.
  14. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    It's been a while since I posted but I'm still making progress. Everything is coming together nicely.
  15. Brad_UT

    Finally!! Direct bolt 1 piece aluminum 20x10 super singles F450/F550

    Great video. Regarding the Centramatic balancers, you mentioned a non-dished version better suited for the super single crowd. I've been using their deep dish standard design and found that they are not heavy enough to fully balance the 41" MPT81. Adding stick on wheel weights significantly...
  16. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    Thank you sir, and I 100% agree. All I had for the last trip was a fridge and a few lights. No heat, no AC, no sink, no toilet. ==> Still, Best trip ever. I took a super scientific poll about why the door was always on the pass side and got a bunch of, "well it just always is" kind of answers...
  17. Brad_UT

    2022 RAM 5500 Composite "Super Camper"

    I gave up on using the factory fog light feed to control the new BD lights. I hooked them up to an upfitter switch instead. Note: You'll get a warning/code if you leave the factory fog light harness unconnected. The truck wants to see a bulb (load) there. I installed some resistors to fool it.
  18. Brad_UT

    Another 2020 Ram 5500 Flatbed Camper Build

    They say life is what happens when you're busy making plans. That sentiment certainly applies here. In the few months since I posted last, I quit my job of 15 years, packed up the house, took a new job half way across the country and am now about to close on a house there. I got a job offer I...
  19. Brad_UT

    2022 RAM 5500 Composite "Super Camper"

    I want to see if it's as simple as just drilling a hole. Placement might be the key to avoiding cracks. Planning on adding them to mine next tire change. Looking good so far sir!
  20. Brad_UT

    2022 RAM 5500 Composite "Super Camper"

    You might see if Buckstop can install dual Schrader valves on those rims. That'll make airing up/dn the rears SO much easer. =)
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