How The GFC Platform Camper Is Made

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  • @henrikm4657
    @henrikm4657 2 роки тому +19

    I love the fact that it’s fully designed and manufactured in the US! Looks like an amazing product.

  • @brotherheed00
    @brotherheed00 2 роки тому +19

    As a military Supply NCO that level of organization and systematic movement just gets me all excited.

  • @EPIC-4WD
    @EPIC-4WD 2 роки тому +7

    Total game changer for you sir. I love my Go Fast RTT.

  • @woodrowcall3269
    @woodrowcall3269 2 роки тому +9

    I’ve seen them on vehicles in other videos. But after the tour you know you’re getting a real quality product. Best of all MADE IN AMERICA 🇺🇸

  • @boywonder2799
    @boywonder2799 2 роки тому +1

    This is a serious operation. That is freaken impressive.

  • @leemen
    @leemen Рік тому

    We are about to update our gladiator and I’m on the fence GFC or RSI smart cap. Great to see how the GFC was made!!

  • @yengvang1368
    @yengvang1368 11 місяців тому

    this is spectacular, and the price is fantastic spectacular too. Since made in American and American labor them cost like gold.

  • @FreedomToRoam86
    @FreedomToRoam86 Рік тому

    Sweet Jeep! And cool to see the update on GFC’s production since I got mine a couple years ago.

  • @winkingjudge
    @winkingjudge 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome! Those fellas have a badass factory and the product speaks for itself. Been looking for something for the Suburban that would speed up our camp strikes in the morning!

  • @atpwacar
    @atpwacar 2 роки тому

    Wowwwww, exactly, these off-road vehicles are awesome

  • @JEEP-N-DIRT
    @JEEP-N-DIRT 2 роки тому +4

    Great video. Great product. And funny, the Larry guy doing the install is a close family friend that I haven't seen in years. We consider him and his parents family to us and are the reason my wife and I are together for over 32 years. Absolutely incredible to see him in your footage.

  • @NorthShoreOverland
    @NorthShoreOverland 2 роки тому

    That is an Impressive factory! Thanks for the tour!

  • @BirdDogOffRoadAdventures
    @BirdDogOffRoadAdventures 2 роки тому +2

    If I was ever going to get an RTT, this would be one I'd seriously consider. Thanks for sharing.

  • @JarradShaw
    @JarradShaw 2 роки тому

    Ok…
    Was not going to add a roof top, but saw Justin’s GFC and liked it.
    Thought I did not want one that would take away from taking the hard top off. But this on the Gladiator… that works.
    And(!) that you can utilize the bed because the detachable roof top bedding… yes!!!!
    Love the set up you imagined m, and I dig the lights a whole lot.

  • @jasonenginetech
    @jasonenginetech 2 роки тому +2

    Another great option is the Harker Outdoors EDC built in Bountiful Utah. The GFC and Alu-cab require crawling through the tailgate rear hatch area. Also on the Harker, with the visibility package, allows the inside rear window to tilt out to clean the Gladiator’s rear window.

    • @MarkPharaoh
      @MarkPharaoh Рік тому

      GFC doesn’t require climbing through the bed if you optioned the doors on the tent

  • @EngiTrek
    @EngiTrek 2 роки тому

    Total. Game. Changer. That setup makes me want a gladiator. Looks great!

  • @R3dWolf24
    @R3dWolf24 2 роки тому +3

    Man I love the GFCs! If they made one that folded out bigger to fit my family like the size of the full size iKamper I’d get one for sure.

  • @Dwealdric
    @Dwealdric 2 роки тому +4

    I really hope manufacturers understand the importance of videos like this. The overland and off road worlds are rife with knock offs, cheaply made crap, and built in China sub-par items. Being able to create and maintain buyer confidence in your brand and product really goes a long way these days. This is especially true when wait times are (for some manufacturers) over 6 months. Putting down such a large amount of money on a product you're not confident in, from a manufacturer you're not confident in, is a non-starter for many of us. I've been looking for an adventure topper for my truck for a while, and GFC just shot from the middle of my list to the top, by creating confidence in their product, process, and people. As a consumer, thanks to both Shawn and GFC for making this vid.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      Glad the video was helpful! I really like seeing more products in this space built in North America and with quality in mind. Living out of my truck so much, good quality and service for the parts I run are a must. Cost is less important to me than quality and supporting small companies.

  • @TopLarock
    @TopLarock 2 роки тому

    Yep, I sold my RSI and picked up a GFC Camper last month, I could not be happier. You have a great looking truck.

  • @mikepierson3097
    @mikepierson3097 2 роки тому +1

    Very nice! That’s the best gladiator cap/tent option I’ve seen to date. Congrats!

  • @marcn5733
    @marcn5733 2 роки тому +3

    Great video, Shaun. Really enjoyed seeing a "behind the scenes" of an equipment maker....I can see why you chose this canopy/tent.

  • @Cgny
    @Cgny 2 роки тому

    Quality at its finest

  • @justmattgray
    @justmattgray 2 роки тому

    I almost went with a GFC on my Sarge Green Gladiator and I went with a smart cap lol I got a great deal so no regrets. Nice to see someone have one and switch to a GFC. Also that green looks amazing.

  • @tacodrewww
    @tacodrewww 2 роки тому

    Probably one of the best UA-cam videos on the GFC campers , watched every minute.

  • @brenan_greene
    @brenan_greene 2 роки тому

    Freaking love GFC

  • @dawnfirephotography
    @dawnfirephotography 2 роки тому +3

    I'm happy for you that this build is coming together! I love what you've done with it so far.

  • @JonnyRoams
    @JonnyRoams 2 роки тому

    This is definitely the move for my Gladiator. Sweet vid Shaun!

  • @Positive.shutter
    @Positive.shutter 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing work sir. Love the fact that you help support small business and help them grow.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      I definitely want to support these kinds of businesses that are making great products for the overland space domestically.

  • @mrswaffle612
    @mrswaffle612 2 роки тому

    Nice tent.robot arms are super cool !!

  • @yaqoobtabsu3362
    @yaqoobtabsu3362 Рік тому +1

    fantastic

  • @sacredshogun6325
    @sacredshogun6325 2 роки тому

    That looks SICK!!!

  • @winnieraygo6994
    @winnieraygo6994 2 роки тому

    I am GFC #252 cool to see David and all the all the new changes you made a great choice great company super solid people !

  • @CatNamedMilo
    @CatNamedMilo 2 роки тому

    That was really interesting to watch how it’s built and looks awesome on the truck!

  • @thereissomecoolstuff
    @thereissomecoolstuff 2 роки тому +1

    The standup interior is the "Westfalia" option. My pop up VW has it and it makes a huge diff.. I like these factory visit vids.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! This one did well so far so hopefully I can do more.

  • @DM-tf6mk
    @DM-tf6mk 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely Awesome! Looks great and really enjoyed the walk through of the Facility!

  • @roboutdoors_21
    @roboutdoors_21 2 роки тому

    Made in America! Thank you! Great videos as always!

  • @paulespinoza7172
    @paulespinoza7172 Рік тому

    I'll never complain about price again. They do great work. Now I'll start saving my pennies.

  • @stevenssendegeya7945
    @stevenssendegeya7945 Рік тому

    Good show

  • @Heslip01
    @Heslip01 2 роки тому

    I saw you in Quesnel with your gofast on. Looked sick

  • @patrickjamesmcb
    @patrickjamesmcb 2 роки тому

    Very cool... I will be most likely buying one of their toppers. I need a way bigger tent tho. If they had a tent closer to king size that folded out I would buy it.

  • @Just.Another.Adventure
    @Just.Another.Adventure 2 роки тому

    Got us a GFC as well for the same reasons. So far love it!

  • @gearlist
    @gearlist 2 роки тому

    Awesome to see the BTS. Setup looks awesome with that lighting 💯💯

  • @Cutlass7687
    @Cutlass7687 2 роки тому

    Yeah.! Love my state. MT

  • @raresolid
    @raresolid 2 роки тому +5

    Nice video! We reached out to GFC as well, but unfortunately the setup is currently out of our reach right now. We are definitely going to go clam shell option late this year or next year. The time savings is worth it in my opinion. Look forward to seeing how it holds up and hopefully we cross paths in the Cranbrook area one day!

  • @Bosshoss311
    @Bosshoss311 2 роки тому

    I’m surprised you didn’t get one sooner. Def getting one for my Gladiator soon.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +1

      I honestly just didn’t even know about it until this year.

  • @phlfly10
    @phlfly10 2 роки тому

    there are lot of them similar idea. another one manufacture got me interested beside Alu - Cab , is the Skinny Guy

  • @DrXtoph
    @DrXtoph 2 роки тому

    Sick setup!! You're the best

  • @bobgriffin4080
    @bobgriffin4080 2 роки тому

    Super impressive! Great video!

  • @BODEGAWOODS
    @BODEGAWOODS 2 роки тому

    Looks super sick. Good choice

  • @franktobey1140
    @franktobey1140 2 роки тому

    Looks awesome, Picking mine up in 3 weeks can’t wait!

  • @UncleElroy21
    @UncleElroy21 2 роки тому

    One thing I would recommend to help reduce drag is adding a wind fairing to the front of the camper right where it hangs over the cab. That little gap creates a wind drag. Similar to the fairings on the front of frontrunner roof top racks would be perfect

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      I haven’t really noticed any drag or noise so far.

  • @Bedawson
    @Bedawson 2 роки тому

    Excited to see how you build this out. What a game changer

  • @timjchick
    @timjchick 2 роки тому

    Impressive. Great setup.

  • @Nolgore
    @Nolgore 2 роки тому

    No flipping way, you and Nate both with GFCs now? That's the best thing ever. Can't wait to see both your buildouts. Keep an eye out for #3684 on a black ZR2 ;)

  • @Fparrish
    @Fparrish 2 роки тому +6

    Way cool may man 👌🏼 Hey you got a link to those LED interior lights that you used in the GFC?

  • @emmawebb6955
    @emmawebb6955 2 роки тому

    Great info. 👍 💯
    🚙 look mighty SPIFFY ‼️
    WOW.....SWEET, all ya need is a COLD ONE👈😉😁✌️

  • @truthdefenders-
    @truthdefenders- 2 роки тому +1

    That guy is so proud of their replacing humans with machines. Reminds me of a couple of Twilight Zone episodes.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +2

      They employ about 60 people to make these tents 100% in Montana instead of overseas and employing no one. So I don’t think there’s anything wrong with running efficiently.

  • @jimmethven8074
    @jimmethven8074 2 роки тому

    Very cool. It will be interesting to see how it works out over time.

  • @kingdomoverlanding
    @kingdomoverlanding 2 роки тому

    that's awesome! Great insight!

  • @ryan_know-where9546
    @ryan_know-where9546 2 роки тому

    Super good video! I really hope you don’t color change the Jeep when you wrap it. This color looks so good on the Gladiator!!

  • @alishuseynov4521
    @alishuseynov4521 Рік тому

    Great video

  • @deanweller5789
    @deanweller5789 2 роки тому

    the camper of my dreams!! 😍 Nice vid Shaun!

  • @djp1234
    @djp1234 2 роки тому +1

    I have one on my Diesel Gladiator. I also have a 40 gallon transfer flow fuel tank inside of it, so I can go 1000+ miles without gas stations.

  • @Warr-Path4X4
    @Warr-Path4X4 2 роки тому

    The look on your face when you were playing with your "mood lighting" made me laugh. Looks good though

  • @MotoM1234
    @MotoM1234 2 роки тому

    Kid in a candy store…enjoy it.. very cool

  • @darksideemt
    @darksideemt 2 роки тому +1

    Not sure if you follow Arkansas Offroad, but check out how he did his bed on his Taco with that tent setup it's pretty dope. Looks great and kinda wish you weren't going to change your color cause I love the sarge green.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      I met him and saw his truck in person. His setup sold me on the GFC it’s incredible.

  • @yorkchris10
    @yorkchris10 2 роки тому

    Reminds me of my Computer Automated Systems days. Those UR robot arms are used by small and large companies and are quite Universal . I guess the safety is having bigger arms than the robot.

  • @awdgsx415
    @awdgsx415 2 роки тому

    Couple interesting things they are using Haas automation machines cool!! US based company 👍. I like how he said "programming the V10" 🏎. Pretty cool setup, the next evolution of roof top camper tents. Cool.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      Yeah it’s pretty cool how they make it all and right in Montana.

  • @KrazyMitchAdventures
    @KrazyMitchAdventures 2 роки тому +2

    Great video Shaun.
    That is quite the tent.. But I am gonna bet they're expensive.. us poor people can only dream about owning something like that..

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +1

      I look at it like this: I live out of my vehicle 25% of the year or more. I need certain functions out of my truck and if it makes my life/work easier, it’s not so much of a cost. For many it may be out of their price range/overkill, and that’s totally fine. I’m not trying to sell anything here, this is just what I’m using for me. 👍🏻

    • @KrazyMitchAdventures
      @KrazyMitchAdventures 2 роки тому

      @@TheStoryTillNow Brutha, for you this totally makes sense, and dont get me wrong, it is an amazing setup, and I wish I could afford something like this, for me, it would be a lot easier to get in and out of with my legs in the shape they currently are, if I could bring a small ladder.. Its just too expensive for the average person, granted it is cheaper than a camper.

  • @walterrodrigues9077
    @walterrodrigues9077 Рік тому

    I love it 😊

  • @sandcrawlerrelics3610
    @sandcrawlerrelics3610 Рік тому

    I love this style because we have two American Bulldogs that go with us everywhere. I love the fact that we can sleep on top and they can crash below. They are big babies. It’s between this and the Alu Cab. Did you consider the Alu Cab?

  • @RickGallina
    @RickGallina 2 роки тому

    Damn this is everything I wanted my GFC install Vlog to be lol. Good stuff, bro You ever make it to Colorado let's hit up some Gladiator/GFC Adventures.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +1

      Hey Rick, I watched your video when I was considering the GFC, loved it. 👍🏻

    • @RickGallina
      @RickGallina 2 роки тому

      @@TheStoryTillNow haha right on man! Have fun, it’s a game changer.

  • @TheUnexpectedOffRoad
    @TheUnexpectedOffRoad 2 роки тому

    Always so awseome to see how something is built! Looks so good!! Do they make a mini one for my H2......lol

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +1

      They make a lot of different sizes but I think the H2 might be a tough one lol

  • @justindyson6036
    @justindyson6036 2 роки тому

    that was a cool video shaun!

  • @thehayman7352
    @thehayman7352 8 місяців тому

    How is that spare mounted and is it working for you? Mounted using the bed anchors? I have my 37 mounted similar I’m just worried about the stress on the bed anchors and GFC frame, but this in depth video reduced my concerns

  • @katharine262
    @katharine262 2 роки тому

    I'm jealous! Now we need one :)

  • @alberttu8120
    @alberttu8120 2 роки тому +2

    I'm an early adopter of the tent #162 :D. Definitely happy with it and a fan of what they are doing in the "Made In USA" space making manufacturing relevant again.

  • @thecollettefamily
    @thecollettefamily Рік тому

    Great videos! I have GFC build #4482 myself. I see that you have your Maxtrax mounted on the outside of the side wing. What are you using to mount that?

  • @JendellOverland
    @JendellOverland 2 роки тому

    If you have all of your gear in the back, how do you get into your tent without the ladder? And with your 4.5 inch lift, how do you get into the back through the tailgate? May be easy for you, but your wife is not as tall as you....... Just curios, as I thought about the Ursa Minor for my Wrangler, and this is kinda styled the same way as that platform.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      I leave enough space to climb. Just a matter of better organization. But I do have the ladder incase I need itZ

  • @TaylorandDaddy
    @TaylorandDaddy Рік тому

    Can u let me know How many inches it is closed from roof to top of piece that is over the roof? I wanna try to be able to get in my garage

  • @rohanyoandje9003
    @rohanyoandje9003 Рік тому

    We reached out to GFC

  • @nickholzem7401
    @nickholzem7401 2 роки тому

    Great video! I am considering the camper topper for my Gladiator. How high does the top of the pop up measure from the roof of the cab, with out roof rails? I'm wondering if once installed I'll still be able to park in the garage. I have about 9-10" to play with.

  • @8l1ndman
    @8l1ndman 2 роки тому

    It would be really cool if we could get an update on how the camper is holding up after a year.

  • @troutventure
    @troutventure 2 роки тому

    Nice! I can't wait to pick mine up. Where is the light kit from I didn't see anything about it in the description

  • @freeyoutubemusic1779
    @freeyoutubemusic1779 Рік тому

    Nice content

  • @ragnarocking
    @ragnarocking 2 роки тому

    since you can stand - get a pressurized water tank with a hose attachment and you can shower in your truck bed

  • @foramit1
    @foramit1 Рік тому

    Dawn,
    May I ask you about the tyre size , brand and body lift on your gladiator?

  • @dafrasier1
    @dafrasier1 2 роки тому

    Japanese inventory system: from a US guy named W. Edwards Deming : Just in-time inventory system, the Japs added to it a little.
    USA.

  • @MrDaveB123
    @MrDaveB123 2 роки тому

    Can you get bug screens for the lower unit ? And why this over a Alu Cab ? Price and Weight ?

  • @troopyinafrica
    @troopyinafrica 2 роки тому

    Looks a lot like the AluCab Canopy camper/cabin🤔. There you get a rear door to get in. How do these compare price wise with the AluCab product?

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      You’d have to look that up I’m not sure. These ones are around $8000.

  • @Bigskypathfinder1791
    @Bigskypathfinder1791 2 роки тому

    Welcome to my neck of the mountains.

  • @zumezoom9593
    @zumezoom9593 2 роки тому

    I wonder if gfc can integrate their rt tent into van top..making it look seamless like it's part of the original roof.

  • @hjstrater
    @hjstrater 2 роки тому +1

    So what’s the lighting kit you put in there? Did I miss it in the description?

  • @cidifede1
    @cidifede1 2 роки тому

    Awesome video. I love my gfc! Where did you get those lights? I don’t see them in the description

  • @betweenthepines4000
    @betweenthepines4000 2 роки тому +1

    Curious you went with GFC over Alu Cab which is sold locally for us at Cap It. What were the determining factors to go GFC over Alu cab? Weight? price?

    • @KTMcaptain
      @KTMcaptain 2 роки тому +1

      Probably cause he got a deal from them to do a tour and advertise their product, or that they are much lighter and rated for off road race truck use.

    • @SoloHiker1
      @SoloHiker1 2 роки тому

      Also to support an American made product.

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому +1

      I’m not a big fan of the Alucab, it’s heavy and bulky looking. One of my main things with this build is trying to keep it light, which is why I’m also doing aluminum bumpers and skids. The GFC is simple, light, sleek, and also made in North America. It was a simple decision, the Alucab was never even considered.

  • @bma7978
    @bma7978 2 роки тому

    If I could only buy a new GFC Superlite!

  • @garretthackett4313
    @garretthackett4313 2 роки тому +2

    I didn't see the light info in your comments?

  • @Westwardeast
    @Westwardeast 2 роки тому

    Love the video. Have you considered getting your sensor cleaned hahaha

    • @TheStoryTillNow
      @TheStoryTillNow  2 роки тому

      I actually dropped my camera during this trip and damaged it. I got a new camera but I think there is one more video with the specks in it. So annoying.

    • @Westwardeast
      @Westwardeast 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheStoryTillNow oh no that's the worst! Been there. My wife dropped my g master lens and the filter ring is wrecked. She feels so bad but it's all part of using the gear to make magic.

  • @15jwrangler
    @15jwrangler 2 роки тому

    Awesome vid as usual Shaun! What rocker guards are you currently running?

  • @hexnut72
    @hexnut72 2 роки тому

    Do you use the ladder? I am thinking it would be nice to have but wondering if I would ever use it?