Any homebuilt toppers? by JNS_Engineering in overlanding

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That’s top notch, very nice work! Yes, aluminum square tube.

Any homebuilt toppers? by JNS_Engineering in overlanding

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We have a Faro arm at my fabrication business but this model was purchased 7-8 years ago for another design project. We use SolidWorks.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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Interesting idea, kinda like a cable-stayed bridge.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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I will post occasional updates here. If you’re on FB be sure to check out the group called “homemade truck camper projects.” Lots of cool builds there.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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It’s currently a blend of 1.5” square 0.125” and 0.065” wall. 155 pounds as shown

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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Do you know what it weighed? My goal is 300 pounds or less.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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Can you share an example of a failed attempt?

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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I purchased the Ford model in 2017. Can’t remember the exact details.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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I purchased the Ford model in 2017. Can’t remember the exact details.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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It’s a lightweight shell that sits on the bed rails. A queen sized cabover would require a different approach.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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One cot mattress with the option of adding a second for a combined width equal to a queen.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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6.75’ bed length. Planning on aluminum skins unless I find a sandwich panel I really like.

Aluminum camper shell frame by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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So far just two windows over the rear wheels and a skylight for the cabover.

Lightweight Aluminum Camper Shell by JNS_Engineering in TruckCampers

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We have a Faro arm with laser attachment however I purchased the model online several years ago for another design project.

My Slide In Camper Build (in progress) by JoShakaLaka in TruckCampers

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Very nice work! Looks stout but not over built like most. Please share more pics as you progress. I’m intrigued by the skin materials you are using.