Go Fast Campers V2 - My Full Review After One Year
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- Опубліковано 5 лип 2024
- After using my GFC for one year and going on various types of overlanding/camping trips I talk about my experiences, pros, cons, and whether I would make the same decision again. I also show aftermarket accessories I've added to make the GFC camping experience more enjoyable.
Please consider purchasing the below Amazon items via my link
Green Elephant Poles:
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Awning Mounting Bracket:
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Magnetic Baseplate:
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Magnetic iPad Swivel Mount:
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Storage net
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Mount tabs to GFC frame
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Non amazon links below here
Force Protector Gear Shade Panels:
www.forceprotector.com
Mountain Hatch - Tailgate Table:
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VRNCLR - Top Shelf Storage Bag:
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This has to be one of the best full sized rigs that I have seen in some time. The attention to detail is what I like the most.
Dam I’m sold on the Force Protection Gear. The only worry that I have about going with GFC is winter camping. I probably would bring the hot tent for a back up.
@@christopherlaboy1857 Thank you! I have definitely made the detail an important part of the build. And yes, FPG is a must. Winter camping....cant speak on that to much, sorry.
What an amazing video! Informative, to the point and no rambling! Thanks so much! I think your awning solution is the way to go also;
Thanks so much! Updating the description field to have the links to products if interested.
Awesome video! Everything super clear and to the point! Awesome rig you’ve built as well! HEY GFC! Sign this guy up as an Ambassador!
Thanks a lot, appreciate it. Yeah, I like that idea too....
Solid Review! The Force Protector shade looks well sorted. Great job.
FPG for the win. Works perfect
Great review. Love my GFC 💪🏼
Thanks man! They are pretty freakin awesome for sure.
Thank you for the comprehensive, well-organized review!
Thank you for checking it out.
We moved out solar panels to the lower half of the roof and it reduced the weight on the struts. Even with 2 175 watt Renogy panels it’s just enough strength. Great videos, great looking truck!!
That's a good idea! I might do that if it became a regular thing that happens. So far only the one time so not worth the effort to move it all at this point but ill keep the idea in mind, thanks.
Thanks for the detailed videos. Sick set up!!!!
Thanks appreciate it!
Thanks for the video on this. I am looking for one of these now.
Awesome! They are rad. Thanks for watching
Great review of your set up...thank you
Of course and thanks for checking it out.
Awesome contribution
Thanks for watching!
nice set up, thanks for sharing
Thanks for checking it out
Great update and review. Those Shitco ladder brackets are the best! Much better than the mantis claw in my opinion.
I haven’t messed with or seen the claw system myself but yes the @shittco ones are working awesome. Thanks for checking out the video.
Thanks; so clear and helpful.
Thanks for watching and glad the info helps.
For your first time making a drawer system awesome job. I have been camping since the 60's and at least for me, less is more.
Thanks. It was fun to build also.
Drawer system looks solid man!
Thanks man! Super happy with it. Such a space saver and clean organization.
Subscribed! I watched your other walk around too and really appreciate your videos. I asked a question on Facebook but I’ll copy it over here as well. Thanks again!
Great stuff, Tyler! Love your videos. My GFC should be shipped in June, can’t wait. I also have the Expedition One rear bumper with the tire swing going on my F250. Love your setup! With the added weight from the camper, bumper, gear, etc.. did you have to beef up your rear suspension and add a leaf or anything like that? I’m currently running a 6” lift with 37 BFGs and don’t want any squat in the rear. Yours looks really level so just curious. Nice work as always! I’m in NC but the dream is to get out to San Diego and hit some of the beach camping. Thanks again!
(Here was my FB response for those that care to read and not using FB.)
Landon Eck thanks a lot! Appreciate you watching them. Yes I hate the squat look too so I have some air bags that are still on from back in my camper trailer towing days. But they do the trick and I can adjust the air depending on how much stuff I have with me on a particular trip.
I have had all new suspension on order for months and will be having a new leaf spring pack made as soon as the stuff ever comes in. The airbags will be removed at that point. Beach camping is awesome, hit me up if you ever make it out this way.
Great build.
Thanks, appreciate it
Thanks for the video nice setup
Thanks for checking it out, appreciate it.
Very good set up.
Thanks! Appreciate it
Thanks for an awesome video. Question about the Exped...since it's one piece as opposed to the GFC version, how did it effect getting in/out of the camper if someone is sleeping and you only have one ladder?
It for sure changes that dynamic. Even without the ExPed, it’s likely the other person will be disturbed some. You have to move off of your side to be able to remove a section of the floor/mattress to be able to get down.
With the ExPed, I don’t see going through the floor as a option at all.
And thanks for checking out the video. Appreciate it.
Great video. Any plans you can share on the slide out drawers you made? I’m looking for something like this and don’t want to go the Decked Drawer route.
I am going to be making a video here shortly building a single drawer set up in a Tacoma. Stay tuned for that.
I didn’t make any plans for mine. But I intent to keep notes on this Tacoma build in case I do more in the future.
Nice rig...i was searching for the Flip up camper topper that you have, and I really discovered a few nice add on here! The mount for the Maxtrax, the solar, and the rear shaded panels are real nice adds. Id love to have a power wagon with a "decked" bed system, plus this topper and shade panel. I think it hits all my "wants" into one package. From what im reading the topper is only about 275 pounds which is a plus as well. The Power Wagon Payload capacity is a bit limited, so keeping the topper light is important.
Thank you. Yeah the GFC is very light weight. And I love the power wagon, with just the one draw back of the limited payload. For such a big capable truck it doesn’t have any more payload than the tundra really.
Good luck with the build out, I’m sure it will look great.
Would be great to see links to the aftermarket products/additions you’ve added!
Thanks for the suggestion. Updating the description field to have the links to products if interested. Thanks for watching.
Yo~ Super, you createdd superb video-work~
Hey thanks a lot! I did some drone stuff in my video just before this you might like since you do lots of drone stuff.
GFC should hire you for accessories department.....great video!!!
Haha thanks! Appreciate ya checking out the video. I’ve since moved to a Four Wheel Camper, check out that walk around video if ya haven’t seen it.
Love this but going to need to put a down payment on a house to have that setup.
Thank you for your review and tips. Still trying to decide if I will get the mantis claw or go your route. I plan to use a Qomotop double mattress (basically a discount Exped) that I love. Pickup for my ZR2 late June.
Thanks for watching. The mantis claw wasn’t around when I got my ladder set up but I’m sure it’s a great option. Congrats on the soon to be pickup. You will love it!!!
Love your video's. I just got my GFC camper for my Jeep Gladiator and starting to buy all the goodies needed to be set up right. Question what is the name of the black bracket with that pin you use to secure the awning? Could you provide links to product? I'm probably going to set up my GFC just like yours 😄
Thank you, appreciate it. Congrats on the new GFC.
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its not a direct fit. I had to make a backing plate and use some bolts and nuts for the GFC track system. If you message me on instagram (prospect_overland)I can forward a picture or two. Just remind me in the message you were asking about the awning mounts plz.
Good vid. Think I’m just going to duplicate all of this. Thanks for sharing the build
Thank you. Appreciate it!
So where is the battery for the panels located? Are you under the hood or in the bed somewhere?
At the time of the video it was a goal zero 500x in the back seat of the truck running a fridge. Solar wires coming through a rubber gland in the floor of the truck where the rear seat use to be.
I just bought a GFC and want to switch out the mattress. Which Exped Meganat Duo did you suggest? I don’t quite understand the numbering. Exped megat duo 10 maybe? Great videos. You’re a natural on camera.
I use the 10. I have the XL GFC so it fits great for mine. Guys with “standard” size GFC have trouble with the width.
Thanks for checking out the video and the compliment 👏🏻
@prospectoverland can you provide details how you mounted the solar panels to beef bars?
I’ve been asked about that solar stuff a couple times so maybe it’s time I do a short simple video on just my solar/power set up and mounting. If you hit me up on IG I can send over a quick pic or two in the mean time before I make a video.
How you like the rear bumper? You have any stats on your truck. Lift and tires? Thanks
The bumper is awesome. Works perfect. I went with a C4 can holder on the back. Just liked the look and shape over the expedition one version.
Currently I have 18" methods with +25 offset. 35" BFG KM3. I will be keeping same rims and switching to the same tire but in 37" once my suspension shows up one of these months. Ordered along time ago. I currently just have a 2" leveling spacer in the front and some airbags in the back to help ride level. But that will all be changing here momentarily.
i like your videos but this felt more like a build walkthrough than a review of the camper.
Any water leaks?
issues with doors?
Issues with locks?
Any movement from the clamps?
Hinge reliability ?
Any issues with the rear tent latches and associated locks?
Any issues with the nylon keder cord?
these are just a few things ive seen pop up on forums and videos that might be good to touch on for a review of the tent and camper.
Thanks for the content again I do enjoy the videos.
Mostly no to all those issues you listed. The one issue of the Beef Rack bar ends rusting but all new model GFC's come with the updated aluminum bar ends. Then the only other issue is one of the tent latches is sticky and they have told me they will replace it...I just haven't bothered doing it yet. Still opens, closes and latches so hasn't really affected me.
Thanks for checking out the video.
Hey man - rad build. I'm looking to the force protector shade as well. What straps are you using to tie down the poles. They look like easy adjustable clips of some sort
FPG comes with their own straps....but luckily Ive got a friend who sews me up custom length ones so depending on the situation I use a short one or a longer one....the FPG ones work just fine and are easy to adjust also.
@@prospectoverland Thanks man
Topo Topper vs GFC… any thoughts on which is ‘better’?
I’ve never heard of them so I can’t say. I just googled them and the badlands one looks sick! I just like the head room it would offer over the clam shell style of the mesa or GFC. Which is one of the big perks of my project m is the tall head room.
this FPG is a game changer
Yeah it is!!!
Have you had an issue with there being no over hands on the windows with water ingress?
It would be cool to see GFC come up with an annex to sleep more people and hangout in bad weather.
No I haven’t but I live and camp mostly in Southern CA so minimal water to ever deal with 🤷♂️
Dude awesome video!! Happen to have the link for the cargo net you used off Amazon? I’ve got one in the cart but I wanna make sure it’ll fit right
This is it….
MICTUNING Upgraded 41 x 30 Inch... www.amazon.com/dp/B01M8NQK4K?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
But…..it’s very stretchy, not sure if I will totally stick with it. It’s good for now and it works and is dirt cheap $$ But might need to figure out how to make it tighter so it doesn’t sag with the stuff up there. I can’t say I’m 100% on this item but I am 100% on storing stuff in this style/location.
@@prospectoverland nice! Thanks for that. I’m also debating stealing your FPG awning solution. I love how light and modular it is.
Where can one find those "D-Ring" mounts mounted on the screw points inside the GFC?
www.amazon.com/dp/B08P73WM8C?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
@@prospectoverland Thank you! Awesome content!
What is the price of one of these campers and would you recommend it for someone coming from a RoofNest
They start at $7700.
gofastcampers.com/pages/the-gfc-compact-truck-camper
Is the roof nest a hard sided tent or full tent material? I really like having the hard roof and the ability to mount stuff like my solar panels. Ive carried drywall and sheets of plywood up on top of it even.
What do you do to anchor awning poles in very hard ground/ rock?
Have you done a video on your tire/water carrier .. brand?
I use the short snowpeak metal stakes. They are so tough and still go into very hard compacted dirt. Haven’t dealt with much rock but I’ve hit some a time or two and I just diverts off to a softer spot next to the rock.
@@prospectoverland thanks … also great setup
@@cradb1248 appreciate it!
Do you have a link for the ladder with the angles steps?
Here is a link, I noticed they have a "2.0" and a "3.0" version. Not sure what the difference is. When I bought it it was just one option. Maybe call them to confirm.
ikamper.com/products/spare-ladder-2-0?_pos=1&_sid=373511aae&_ss=r#Overview
Do you have a screen solution when the doors of the GFC go up?
No I never did have screens with this, I have since changed campers.
Can you keep the bedding in the tent area when closed?
I leave the ExPed in it all the time but release the air. And I have kept the sleeping bag as well….but I take the sleeping bag down now a days just to try and help preserve the down filling to retain its loft. It will go bad over time being squished inside the tent while closed.
@@prospectoverland Thanks dude!
How much does your bed storage weigh?
A couple hundred pounds for sure. Dont have an exact weight. I had figured it out at one point but lost track. I have since sold it when I changed camper toppers.
Man I came here after posting my last question, hoping you’d offer a lot of info on the shell, but it turned out to be a walk around…
Yo can you do a video on your solar system TYIA
For sure. I have two other ones I’m editing now but after that maybe I’ll do a quick info video on my electrical setup.
Be honest, do you feel like you went overboard with the aftermarket lighting?? 🧐🤣
Of course I did, I’ve never said otherwise haha. Do I “need” any of that light, no….do I want it, yes 👍.
@@prospectoverland haha👍👍 sweet build
What storage box are those?
The wooden drawer system or was I showing a specific box?
@@prospectoverland The one ontop of your drawer system? Are those plano boxes?
@@kevinnaira3816 I think they are. Bought them at Home Depot, they were very inexpensive at the time. I am using the wolf pack plastic front runner boxes now that are a square shape instead of these. But I still have them at home on the shelf, I’ll double check the name and get back to ya.
Great video as always dude. We should hang out sometime 😜
Thanks man! And I’ll think about it and get back to ya 😂😂.
Haha I watch both of your vids and appreciate the info boys! Making me want to move to SD stat!
Cool video but it could be nice if you broke it up in two parts. I came for the GFC review not the Tacoma details.
Thanks for checking out the video. I'll keep that in mind if I make another one.
175 FOR AN EFFING BAG!!!!!!!
🤷♂️ hand made. Fits and functions perfect.
@@prospectoverland what did you use to adhere to the gfc roof /ceiling?
What a tool haha. I built my Toyota fully built rock crawler for less than his camper. Then I went to big 5 and bought a $80 Coleman tent, a $50 sleeping bag and a 24 pack of bud light. Perfectly happy and I can go in 2wd where you wouldn't even think about in 4. These guys crack me up.
Well….you’re the one watching this “tools” videos so…… take your rock crawler and get out there instead of wasting time watching my dumb videos.
Bud light says it all.
I’m not sure I should even watch this. You changed the ladder to a less comfortable one so it looks better? What kind of reviews are you doing. Next please.
Yes I did and fully acknowledged in the video that I was doing it just for looks. That's the cool thing about it being my truck and build, I get to make those choices, doesn't mean you have to.
@@prospectoverland that’s exactly what I said. I can’t follow someone whose reviews I don’t trust which is because you’re so different. It’s not wrong, it’s just rare that I’ve seen someone do something so dumb.
@@Mcknido_ I guess you and I just speak two different languages on this one. Someone who acknowledges they changed something for the worse but doesn’t mind because they personally like it better seems likes a straight forward, trust worthy, honest answer/review. Just because you don’t “like” that and think it’s “dumb” has no bearing on it being trustworthy or truthful. But o well, it’s just a ladder so really not that big of a deal and the 24,000+ other people don’t seem to care so I guess it’s not too important.
@@prospectoverland Man, youtube comments are beyond stupid. I'm looking at a GFC and I very much appreciated these videos and seeing your approach! Thanks for taking the time. Lots to learn here as a prospective owner. PS. Team All Black Everything here.
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too much shit!
Nahhhh, it’s the perfect amount of 💩 for me. 😂
@@prospectoverland It looks pretty cool tho!
Thanks for the thorough non-review of the GFC. 👎
You’re welcome 👋
DOES OWNING AN OVERLAND TRUCKS MAKES YOU A HIPSTER?
I don’t think so cause I am far from it.
@@prospectoverland But you know someone from your overland group that's is a HIPSTER!!!
Can you post a link for the ladder brackets?
Hit up @shittco on Instagram. Not sure if he ended up making more of these or not.