Complete DIY Truck Camper Shell Camping Setup For Chevy Silverado 1500 | Four Wheel Camper Hawk

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  • @championfortheunderdog
    @championfortheunderdog 4 роки тому +47

    I’m a new fan if this channel☺️.. I love this show and all the different ways to live camp and travel. I’m so inspired to build one myself now and take work on the road .. BTW this is the first time an owner has noted having carbon monoxide/ fire alarm detection- good job! 😆🙏🏻

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  4 роки тому +3

      Thank you very much. I enjoy your viewership

    • @nanachick05
      @nanachick05 4 роки тому +5

      No they point them out all the time, or just see them. I’ve noticed on a couple of man made ones they weren’t there however, not safe.

    • @manofsan
      @manofsan 3 роки тому +1

      @@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures - the roof looks thin. Do you hear the rain?

    • @paulettestaats423
      @paulettestaats423 3 роки тому +1

      @@manofsan You bet!

  • @1950harleycharley
    @1950harleycharley 4 роки тому +30

    Love this couple...they are nice people and I appreciate the way he doesn't over talk her and lets her do her thing while she lets him do his thing.

    • @virginiaalvarez6424
      @virginiaalvarez6424 3 роки тому +1

      yes!!!!!Exactly

    • @markanthonymadamba
      @markanthonymadamba 3 роки тому +2

      this is very rare couple. having the level of respect for each other. The way they show us how it should be done. Thank you to this couple. and to this channel

  • @1950harleycharley
    @1950harleycharley 4 роки тому +51

    I like this couple...I like their camper...I like the respect they give to each other...so refreshing in today's society...Gotta be that way if you are with each other 24 hours a day! Best of success to you on your travels!

  • @tommyg5346
    @tommyg5346 4 місяці тому +1

    Very impressed with her planning the layout and his execution of the build. This is ridiculous. Amazing job!!!!

  • @lizcarter6938
    @lizcarter6938 3 роки тому +4

    I honestly think this is the best video on your channel and it has NOTHING to do with their rig. This couple is just absolutely amazing!! The way they RESPECT each other when the other is talking, the way they both look at each other. Just absolutely and amazing interview and the fact that they are so likable and respectful to each other I wish I could give this video 2 thumbs up!!!!

  • @michaelparsons8815
    @michaelparsons8815 3 роки тому +19

    Love your camper! I had a Hawk on my F-150 for 14 years. I kept track of my nights and totalled 297 over night trips. It is perfect for weekend or even cross country trips. I drove it from California to the EAA air show in Oshkosh, WI one year. I decided to move up to a travel trailer and that was okay but not quite what I was looking for so I sold it and now have a 31' class C motorhome. It has all the bells and whistles but I'm seriously thinking of selling the C and going back to a new Hawk. With the Hawk I can go everywhere with it and it doesn't cost me $125 per month to store and $805 per year for license fees. With my Hawk I could cruise easily at freeway speeds without worry if I needed to brake or swerve like I do with the motorhome. Four Wheel is quality work. Thank you for sharing your video.

  • @johnafagerquist8235
    @johnafagerquist8235 2 роки тому +3

    That may be the best build I've seen, for a truck bed camper. Beautiful. Very, very close to what I would do. Truly outstanding.
    Thank you for posting this video. You have a great channel.

  • @zarty8121
    @zarty8121 3 роки тому +13

    This is one of the best I've seen. My score 10/10. Nice couple, valuable advice and tips too.

  • @JRZGRL55
    @JRZGRL55 3 роки тому +19

    Beautiful camper - I know you two are enjoying the heck out of this. So much in a very small space!! And this is one of those videos where I couldn't help but smile through the whole thing because these two people are obviously so happy together & respect what each other has to say.

  • @SamEagle17
    @SamEagle17 4 роки тому +49

    The basic shell is a fantastic option for a weekend warrior. Store all your gear inside and sleep in the overcab bed. A cooler, cassette toilet, camp chair and some bins and you are good to go. I would much rather have my bikes, inflatable SUP and kayak locked inside. Makes much more financial sense than a van build. It’s much easier to to divest of just the shell without taking a big financial hit on the vehicle.

  • @MrFg1980
    @MrFg1980 4 роки тому +28

    That is the EXACT setup I've been lying awake at night thinking about ! I have been looking at the shell model so I could keep it light and add only what I need.

  • @pattylow1
    @pattylow1 4 роки тому +8

    Thank you for the excellent tour of the Four Wheel Camper. Anthony and Kathy were so nice to share all the great information about the camper and the extra work that they put into making it so comfy and cozy.

  • @ocieboyd2249
    @ocieboyd2249 4 роки тому +5

    They are really a sweet couple who look like they did their homework. thank you for the review! This model and camp-x are the main ones I'm looking at. Thanks again, this is so helpful.

  • @Michaelw777.52
    @Michaelw777.52 4 роки тому +10

    Excellent interview, and the perfect amount of information. Don't know how this could have been better. Kudos to NJOA and Kathy and Anthony.

  • @mstakenagain
    @mstakenagain 4 роки тому +3

    This is a great video of a four wheel camper. Far better than the one I made a few years ago with a blurry Cannon camera. We really enjoy our Four Wheel Camper shell with a fold over couch, heater, solar.

  • @mikemecklenborg5412
    @mikemecklenborg5412 3 роки тому

    I really like this gentleman he is very respectful of his wife when she is talking. I know they are being recorded but he seems like a great guy!!

  • @ScottyBennitone
    @ScottyBennitone 4 роки тому +32

    Patrick , I hope someday you will have 1 million subscribers . All your videos do such an excellent job of showcasing all different types of rvs , trucks , campers , trailers , etc . Simply put, nobody does these type of detailed videos as good as you . Thank you for your dedication . Joe , In PA.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  4 роки тому +5

      Joe, thank you very much. I love sharing the educational videos with the subscribers and newbies

    • @clarkclarke
      @clarkclarke 4 роки тому +2

      Agree 🎉🎊🎉
      educational indeed ..... and now we know what media blasting is .... well let me speak for myself .. hahahahahaha!!!!! .
      love the channel ...💞

  • @tomassoyweyvon4902
    @tomassoyweyvon4902 2 роки тому

    You could not have picked a better couple to interview and tour this Camper, very nicely done, thumbs Up!

  • @dcmore8488
    @dcmore8488 4 роки тому +8

    I have a Hawk model, but mine has the sink , 3 way fridge, forced furnace two burner stove and a couple other features and love it! I bought mine new in 2007 and keep it on my truck pretty much all year around. And today if I wanted to sell it, I could probably get all my money back or more. Great investment!!! And this Four Wheel Camper company has just fantastic customer service!!!

  • @jeffreyskinner3057
    @jeffreyskinner3057 4 роки тому +3

    I’m looking at truck campers myself, and came across the Four Wheel Camper models. I too drive a 1/2 ton GMC AT4 model truck with a 6.2 L engine. This video was very informative, and honestly , Four Wheel Campers should pay this couple for a great advertisement! One of the best reviews I’ve watched. I’d probably opt for a Hawk that was already built out , but the shell intrigues me as the customization is endless. I’d hire this gentleman to build mine out in a heartbeat if he lived in NC. Great video. Glad I landed on it.

  • @thedrummersclub3667
    @thedrummersclub3667 4 роки тому +1

    Campers are probably some of the nicest people I have ever met. This Camper is crazy awesome

  • @joeybobbie1
    @joeybobbie1 Рік тому +1

    Thanks to those Folks for showing their Camper to us. I have been interested in knowing more about this Model for a while. I do like the ease of not having to pull a Camper, plus the Mobility. He did a Great Job of fitting it out. The only things I would add, is a outdoor Shower and a Air Conditioning. Also a outside Awning would be nice. I like all the Headroom also. Very nice Camper and Great interview and Video.👍👍

  • @commonsense592
    @commonsense592 4 роки тому +8

    What a wonderful couple, the way they communicate together is insightful. Thank you.

  • @jameshill3244
    @jameshill3244 3 роки тому +1

    Anthony and Kathy a pleasure listening to you.Great camper, thanks for the video Patrick. James UK.

  • @trvlaqwst7570
    @trvlaqwst7570 4 роки тому +18

    Love the camper! And what a pleasant couple. Thanks Patrick!

  • @Jrocc811
    @Jrocc811 7 місяців тому

    Its very rare to see a Hawk on a half-ton truck so I appreciated this video to get their expectances. Even 3 years later this helps with my purchase options.

  • @chrispuder1527
    @chrispuder1527 4 роки тому +8

    Super clean build they did! Very articulate and well done tour.

  • @henrytilbrook900
    @henrytilbrook900 4 роки тому +6

    Another great video. Thanks Patrick and your wonderful guests!

  • @ericlarsen1721
    @ericlarsen1721 4 роки тому +3

    I've had my eye on one of these Hawks for a few months. This video is better than any of the vendor-made clips. Thank you!

  • @normanmerrill1241
    @normanmerrill1241 4 роки тому +11

    Great interview. Lovely couple and product...thanks

  • @margiepeary8003
    @margiepeary8003 4 роки тому +8

    Thanks Patrick for such an informative video! Such a nice couple & an AWESOME pop up camper!!!

  • @davidanderson8469
    @davidanderson8469 Рік тому +1

    For what FWC charges they should modify the design to include underbed storage like all the rest. A decent mattress would be nice too.

  • @johnettew3957
    @johnettew3957 4 роки тому +2

    This is the first pop top pickup camper I have seen. It seems to be a sound investment and plenty of room. Thank you for the tour and such a nice couple

  • @jimmyeller4436
    @jimmyeller4436 2 роки тому +1

    Solar panels on top can have air conditioner I love stuff like this y'all have a blessed year

  • @scruffybehr
    @scruffybehr 3 роки тому

    What a beautiful couple! They both spoke real clear. I'd like to go camping with them as they sound like they like to have fun and are adventurous. Thank you for having them and thank you for asking some of the important questions I needed answered. Great job..

  • @dianeeichenberg4579
    @dianeeichenberg4579 4 роки тому +6

    Well, Patrick, you did it again. You are like a bloodhound when it comes to finding the unique and awesome DIYs. Thanks to you and that wonderful couple!
    😎✌🏻🤘🏻🤙🏻😎

  • @allenbell3734
    @allenbell3734 4 роки тому +5

    this couple did a wonderful job

  • @brianthebrian3889
    @brianthebrian3889 4 роки тому +5

    New Jersey folks are really nice and friendly I enjoy visiting my friend each time from Arizona .. originally a mass hole by default :)

  • @christiroseify
    @christiroseify 4 роки тому +4

    Love the pop-up top!!! and he built a nice space there... Great travel home

  • @TammiHartung
    @TammiHartung 4 роки тому +9

    Interesting option for a truck camper - maybe a good transition for a couple who wants to step up from tent camping.

  • @kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853
    @kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853 3 роки тому +2

    Great hosts and another wonderful interview Patrick.

  • @anniecrawford5911
    @anniecrawford5911 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much for sharing and showing the details of your camper. You were both very informative and helped to educate me. I am very impressed at the ease of ‘popping’ up the top. You always were very cleaver and handy with all of your precision adds. Great job. Happy trails.

  • @michaeloppenheimer2582
    @michaeloppenheimer2582 3 роки тому

    One of the things that can assist you in food storage is the freeze dried survival food where you can get a package that's three days worth of food so you get a number of those together and you don't even need any refrigeration and you've got some pretty amazing meals and of course if you have a refrigerator a small refrigerator you can always chop up a little bit of meat and add it to the freeze dried foods and voila you can have some pretty scrumptious meals and it doesn't take a whole lot of room out of your camper and you can put more food in your camper than you can otherwise and if you carry extra containers of water and if you have extra propane fuel you can stay out boondocking considerably longer, I'm just a few suggestions that may help you on longer trips where you can stay out longer enjoy the wilderness longer !!!

  • @phuongpham899
    @phuongpham899 3 роки тому

    The BEST video EVER on this 4 wheel pop up camper. Thank you

  • @sadnessinside123
    @sadnessinside123 4 роки тому +4

    Great video. Their set up is wonderful. Thanks for sharing.

  • @ssy12335
    @ssy12335 3 роки тому

    That whole search conundrum used to be easily solved by going to the old Orchard Supply. They closed ours but I used to love that place because the employees were all older men (usually men) who loved to tinker, loved to build, and were so helpful to me while I was trying to build adaptive equipment for our daughter with sensory needs..if there are any of you out there, thank you for everything!

  • @TheGratitudeAttitude
    @TheGratitudeAttitude 3 роки тому

    Great tour, lovely couple… thank you, Patrick for another excellent video. ~ Maria

  • @wwz1011
    @wwz1011 2 роки тому +1

    A lot of people just go with one fan. You were really smart going with two. Way to go IMO.

  • @lillypatience
    @lillypatience 4 роки тому +5

    Nice! FWC is in the next town over from me :-). Lots of full timers live in these including We're The Russos and Bound for Nowhere. I love how the Anthony and Kathy were able to customize it for their needs.

    • @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures
      @NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the information

    • @missy4663
      @missy4663 4 роки тому

      Lovely couple! The charcoal/black exterior of the truck and camper looks super sleek. I have seen the Russo's version and not a big fan of their colour combo. Theirs looks more like a tradie's truck (no disrespect to tradies!).

  • @victortran8540
    @victortran8540 3 роки тому +1

    What a wonderful couple and an awesome build.

  • @leahmondezie1722
    @leahmondezie1722 3 роки тому +1

    They’re both so calm and lovely

  • @ArmandoJasso-h2h
    @ArmandoJasso-h2h 10 місяців тому +1

    This just confirmed that I am getting one no doubt

  • @gerardhoward5321
    @gerardhoward5321 4 роки тому +4

    Awesome set up and tour ... Thank you for sharing

  • @matthoward1174
    @matthoward1174 4 роки тому +3

    Really cool. I like the FWC Project M. More of a basic aluminum truck cap, but with the pop top, and a bed over the cab. They make high quality stuff !

  • @lawrencestewart8685
    @lawrencestewart8685 3 роки тому +1

    really nice camper.....i didn't even know that there was a pop up truck camper

  • @tjabaley
    @tjabaley 4 роки тому +2

    Nice camper. Wonderful people. Great interview. Congratulations!

  • @clarkscottkent
    @clarkscottkent 3 роки тому +1

    great video...thinking about going this route as well. Nice to see personal touches and additions to a basic shell.

  • @jeslyny9692
    @jeslyny9692 3 роки тому +1

    Such a nice camper the design n layout is perfect n great couple

  • @Cantworship2gods
    @Cantworship2gods 3 роки тому +1

    I love all that storage space

  • @davidpatrick1813
    @davidpatrick1813 2 роки тому

    Cadence and ending each sentence on a high pitch ... I noticed that too... Nice build work ....

  • @mitchwinder1204
    @mitchwinder1204 3 роки тому +1

    Wow, their cabinetry is as nice, or nicer, than what Four Wheel provides.

  • @samp.a.3445
    @samp.a.3445 4 роки тому +9

    Amazing share. I have a 6.4" bed on my 1/2 ton 2019 Ram... looking into this.

  • @mo-reesespieces9066
    @mo-reesespieces9066 3 роки тому

    You are spot on. Not easy to sorce something if you don't know what it is called.

  • @summerbreeze5459
    @summerbreeze5459 Рік тому +1

    Great video! Thank you. Very informative from beginning to the end. Very good Questions you brought up 👍🏽

  • @tjab1715
    @tjab1715 3 роки тому +1

    Very informative. Thank you! We are definitely thinking about purchasing one in a few years. Great video.

  • @axerxes3981
    @axerxes3981 2 роки тому

    Excellent review and discussion. Thanks for sharing!!! Best wishes.... Ax

  • @laurajphillips
    @laurajphillips 4 роки тому +2

    Great Vid as always! Very nice couple! Best of luck to them!

  • @elsiecruz38
    @elsiecruz38 2 роки тому

    Nice build and set up. Great detailed video. Thanks fot the insperation

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 4 роки тому +8

    Sorry guys I have to come back with another commentary.. the smoke detector alarm is good where they put it the other alarm for invisible smells should be on Lower to the ground not on the roof they done it wrong right there.. propane gas is heavier than air and it will seep on Lower ground so if you're sleeping you won't wake up in the morning I highly recommend you put that alarm low to the ground no doubt it will ring before it gets to you..

  • @olliechristopher467
    @olliechristopher467 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you so much Anthony and Kathy. I am looking for something like this for my GMC 1/2 ton. My wife and I want to have something to supplement retirement travel stays in motels/hotels.

  • @cbishop41483
    @cbishop41483 4 роки тому

    What a beautiful truck camper!!! I live in the Northeast by NH and the reason pop tops arent too popular with us are the low winter temps and snowloads for sure!!

  • @KA-pq3yz
    @KA-pq3yz 4 роки тому +1

    Nice, affordable options for most people. Thanks

  • @jayren35
    @jayren35 3 місяці тому

    Great video ! They did a great job on the build.

  • @MaxTripIndonesia
    @MaxTripIndonesia 3 роки тому +1

    Oh my God
    How Lucky you are
    You have great camper truck
    Amazing video
    Love your channel so much
    Hopefully someday we can have camper truck like this
    We come from Indonesia
    Good Luck for you

  • @nanachick05
    @nanachick05 4 роки тому

    Wow! This thing is awesome for quick man/woman getaways...fishing, hunting or just gotta get a way for a few days, or a nice long vacay. I would definitely want an awning and on the site they offer them that’s a good thing.
    Thanks Patrick! Nice tour, thank the couple too!

  • @scottthejeepguy7499
    @scottthejeepguy7499 4 роки тому +4

    GREAT VIDEO, love those pop ups, hard to find, but my nephew is on his second one, if I found one at a reasonable price, I would buy it in a heart beat, then I would finally need a pick up truck, (love the van by the way)nice job Patrick

  • @fahadyounus1
    @fahadyounus1 4 роки тому +2

    Amazing video Patrick, Thank you

  • @lampelanleena
    @lampelanleena 3 роки тому

    Lovely video, and a very lovely couple 🤗 It is so good to see and hear how they respect one another 💕

  • @dlg5485
    @dlg5485 Рік тому

    I always thought FWC was overpriced, the Hawk shell is now $17K and fully kitted out they can reach upwards of $50k! But it is very well constructed with solid materials, so the shell model is a good foundation for a custom build. I asked George at Humble Road if he would be willing to build out one of these and he said he'd love to, so going with a pro upfitter to build one of these out is an option for those who don't want to do it themselves, although it might be even more costly than buying one fully loaded from FWC.

  • @ravenfeather7087
    @ravenfeather7087 Рік тому

    A pretty nice rig. One thing I don't like is the lack of a good heater. A buddy heater will do the job but as part of the combustion of propane a lot of water vapor is created. Which condenses on the inside of the camper. A more conventional furnace such as a Suburban draws a lot of electricity and most will discharge overnight because of the blower.

  • @mostee77
    @mostee77 2 роки тому +1

    Nice show , very nice couple ,,, respect

  • @vondutch666
    @vondutch666 4 роки тому +2

    great folks, great camper, great interview. I've been using google images to figure out the terminology for different widgets. take care

  • @petebowman6275
    @petebowman6275 3 роки тому

    What an excellent video! I have been considering doing the overland, tent, camping. After this video though, I'm convinced this would be a much better buy with much more comfort.

  • @michaelmills9084
    @michaelmills9084 4 роки тому

    I have alway like Patrick when he was / is selling Air Stream - Think his new show is great, beleive he knows the industry better than most.

  • @alexkaa6351
    @alexkaa6351 4 роки тому +1

    Nice couple and a good video!

  • @donnaportelli1277
    @donnaportelli1277 3 роки тому

    Very nice. Lots of good luck & keep safe! I may look into something like this, it seems to be the way to go! Ty

  • @duantorruellas716
    @duantorruellas716 4 роки тому

    Very nice and practical. Absolute freedom.

  • @a2r7n6
    @a2r7n6 4 роки тому +1

    Well done! FWC makes great campers.

  • @stefanielyons8308
    @stefanielyons8308 4 роки тому +1

    This couple is so cute.

  • @PurpleCollarLife
    @PurpleCollarLife 3 роки тому +1

    Great light-weight unit!

  • @jennymontague851
    @jennymontague851 3 роки тому

    I like it as I have a Toyota Tundra, 4.7 Liter 48, 2X4 so it would not be able to haul a heavy camper. So this info was helpful. Nice to know there are many alternatives out there, but I need to find them in AZ. Thanks for the video. Liked your set up.

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522
    @skapunkoialternativeliving6522 4 роки тому +4

    When using battery power ..I recommend using double or two batteries. . don't use one battery and buy them both at the same time.. failure to do so the will older battery will cancel out the new battery.. hell yeah.😃

  • @mysticalmisfit1332
    @mysticalmisfit1332 4 роки тому +2

    Love this! Thanks, Patrick😊

  • @normnilsson7208
    @normnilsson7208 4 роки тому +6

    wow, a lot of important information, thanks

  • @alj521
    @alj521 3 роки тому +1

    very nice walk thru.....travel safe!!

  • @paramount10987
    @paramount10987 4 роки тому +3

    That is really well done.

  • @HarmoniousSun
    @HarmoniousSun 2 роки тому

    Awesome. Love it. Thank you for sharing.

  • @ferraritrip
    @ferraritrip 4 роки тому +1

    Love this tour and this couple!! Travel Safe!!!

  • @sicchuckie
    @sicchuckie 3 роки тому

    I agree Patrick, what do you call things when searching? I feel like I’m always reinventing stuff.

  • @donaldschaefer4861
    @donaldschaefer4861 4 роки тому +1

    Great video and good questions...NIce people and well done !!