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

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  • @championfortheunderdog
    @championfortheunderdog Před 3 lety +46

    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  Před 3 lety +3

      Thank you very much. I enjoy your viewership

    • @nanachick05
      @nanachick05 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +1

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

    • @paulettestaats423
      @paulettestaats423 Před 2 lety +1

      @@manofsan You bet!

  • @tommyg5346
    @tommyg5346 Před 6 dny

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

  • @1950harleycharley
    @1950harleycharley Před 3 lety +28

    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 Před 3 lety +1

      yes!!!!!Exactly

    • @markanthonymadamba
      @markanthonymadamba Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +49

    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!

  • @lizcarter6938
    @lizcarter6938 Před 2 lety +3

    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 Před 3 lety +17

    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.

  • @Jrocc811
    @Jrocc811 Před 3 měsíci

    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.

  • @MrFg1980
    @MrFg1980 Před 3 lety +27

    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.

  • @JRZGRL55
    @JRZGRL55 Před 3 lety +18

    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.

  • @pattylow1
    @pattylow1 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @Owl-100AcreWood
    @Owl-100AcreWood Před 3 lety +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.

  • @johnafagerquist8235
    @johnafagerquist8235 Před rokem +2

    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.

  • @ocieboyd2249
    @ocieboyd2249 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @zarty8121
    @zarty8121 Před 3 lety +13

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

  • @thedrummersclub3667
    @thedrummersclub3667 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @dcmore8488
    @dcmore8488 Před 3 lety +7

    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!!!

  • @Michaelw777.52
    @Michaelw777.52 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @mikemecklenborg5412
    @mikemecklenborg5412 Před 2 lety

    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!!

  • @mstakenagain
    @mstakenagain Před 3 lety +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.

  • @jeffreyskinner3057
    @jeffreyskinner3057 Před 3 lety +2

    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.

  • @ScottyBennitone
    @ScottyBennitone Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +5

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

    • @clarkclarke
      @clarkclarke Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @commonsense592
    @commonsense592 Před 3 lety +8

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

  • @allenbell3734
    @allenbell3734 Před 3 lety +5

    this couple did a wonderful job

  • @joeybobbie1
    @joeybobbie1 Před rokem +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.👍👍

  • @tomassoyweyvon4902
    @tomassoyweyvon4902 Před rokem

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

  • @user-qy6ct1mj6p
    @user-qy6ct1mj6p Před 6 měsíci +1

    This just confirmed that I am getting one no doubt

  • @chrispuder1527
    @chrispuder1527 Před 3 lety +8

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

  • @brianthebrian3889
    @brianthebrian3889 Před 3 lety +5

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

  • @henrytilbrook900
    @henrytilbrook900 Před 3 lety +6

    Another great video. Thanks Patrick and your wonderful guests!

  • @normanmerrill1241
    @normanmerrill1241 Před 3 lety +11

    Great interview. Lovely couple and product...thanks

  • @jameshill3244
    @jameshill3244 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @trvlaqwst7570
    @trvlaqwst7570 Před 3 lety +18

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

  • @TammiHartung
    @TammiHartung Před 3 lety +9

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

  • @johnettew3957
    @johnettew3957 Před 3 lety +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

  • @ericlarsen1721
    @ericlarsen1721 Před 3 lety +2

    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!

  • @margiepeary8003
    @margiepeary8003 Před 3 lety +8

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

  • @christiroseify
    @christiroseify Před 3 lety +4

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

  • @leahmondezie1722
    @leahmondezie1722 Před 3 lety +1

    They’re both so calm and lovely

  • @jimmyeller4436
    @jimmyeller4436 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @shawni321
    @shawni321 Před 3 lety

    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!

  • @scruffybehr
    @scruffybehr Před 3 lety

    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..

  • @mitchwinder1204
    @mitchwinder1204 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @lawrencestewart8685
    @lawrencestewart8685 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @dianeeichenberg4579
    @dianeeichenberg4579 Před 3 lety +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!
    😎✌🏻🤘🏻🤙🏻😎

  • @michaeloppenheimer2582

    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 !!!

  • @gerardhoward5321
    @gerardhoward5321 Před 3 lety +4

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

  • @anniecrawford5911
    @anniecrawford5911 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @kenmunozatmmrrailroad6853

    Great hosts and another wonderful interview Patrick.

  • @lillypatience
    @lillypatience Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +1

      Thank you for the information

    • @missy4663
      @missy4663 Před 3 lety

      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!).

  • @sadnessinside123
    @sadnessinside123 Před 3 lety +4

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

  • @Cantworship2gods
    @Cantworship2gods Před 3 lety +1

    I love all that storage space

  • @matthoward1174
    @matthoward1174 Před 3 lety +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 !

  • @wwz1011
    @wwz1011 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @tjabaley
    @tjabaley Před 3 lety +2

    Nice camper. Wonderful people. Great interview. Congratulations!

  • @victortran8540
    @victortran8540 Před 3 lety +1

    What a wonderful couple and an awesome build.

  • @phuongpham899
    @phuongpham899 Před 3 lety

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

  • @KA-pq3yz
    @KA-pq3yz Před 3 lety +1

    Nice, affordable options for most people. Thanks

  • @samp.a.3445
    @samp.a.3445 Před 3 lety +9

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

  • @jeslyny9692
    @jeslyny9692 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @clarkscottkent
    @clarkscottkent Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522

    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..

  • @TheGratitudeAttitude
    @TheGratitudeAttitude Před 3 lety

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

  • @summerbreeze5459
    @summerbreeze5459 Před rokem +1

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

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522

    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.😃

  • @nanachick05
    @nanachick05 Před 3 lety

    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!

  • @michaelmills9084
    @michaelmills9084 Před 3 lety

    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.

  • @fahadyounus1
    @fahadyounus1 Před 3 lety +2

    Amazing video Patrick, Thank you

  • @scottthejeepguy7499
    @scottthejeepguy7499 Před 3 lety +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

  • @mo-reesespieces9066
    @mo-reesespieces9066 Před 2 lety

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

  • @laurajphillips
    @laurajphillips Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @dlg5485
    @dlg5485 Před rokem

    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.

  • @MaxTripIndonesia
    @MaxTripIndonesia Před 3 lety +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

  • @olliechristopher467
    @olliechristopher467 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @tjab1715
    @tjab1715 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @elsiecruz38
    @elsiecruz38 Před rokem

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

  • @davidpatrick1813
    @davidpatrick1813 Před 2 lety

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

  • @cbishop41483
    @cbishop41483 Před 3 lety

    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!!

  • @lampelanleena
    @lampelanleena Před 3 lety

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

  • @afluna5417
    @afluna5417 Před 2 lety +1

    Great information. Thanks!

  • @mysticalmisfit1332
    @mysticalmisfit1332 Před 3 lety +2

    Love this! Thanks, Patrick😊

  • @Jabber-ig3iw
    @Jabber-ig3iw Před 2 lety +1

    People should check out Grizzlynbear, they have travelled from France to Australia in their Four Wheel camper on a Defender 130,

  • @normnilsson7208
    @normnilsson7208 Před 3 lety +6

    wow, a lot of important information, thanks

  • @paramount10987
    @paramount10987 Před 3 lety +3

    That is really well done.

  • @mostee77
    @mostee77 Před 2 lety +1

    Nice show , very nice couple ,,, respect

  • @alj521
    @alj521 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @alexkaa6351
    @alexkaa6351 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice couple and a good video!

  • @stefanielyons8308
    @stefanielyons8308 Před 3 lety +1

    This couple is so cute.

  • @davidanderson8469
    @davidanderson8469 Před rokem +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.

  • @duantorruellas716
    @duantorruellas716 Před 3 lety

    Very nice and practical. Absolute freedom.

  • @axerxes3981
    @axerxes3981 Před 2 lety

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

  • @normanmerrill1241
    @normanmerrill1241 Před rokem

    Great presentation…very informative…thanks

  • @skapunkoialternativeliving6522

    Another recomendacion guys.. you can go to Walmart and buy one of those toilets with the bags.. this why you don't need to carry cat litter to do your rapper in..

  • @a2r7n6
    @a2r7n6 Před 3 lety +1

    Well done! FWC makes great campers.

  • @vondutch666
    @vondutch666 Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @PurpleCollarLife
    @PurpleCollarLife Před 3 lety +1

    Great light-weight unit!

  • @ravenfeather7087
    @ravenfeather7087 Před rokem

    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.

  • @ferraritrip
    @ferraritrip Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @uttamgala7186
    @uttamgala7186 Před 2 lety +1

    I want these people to adopt me. What a nice couple :)

  • @jondraper9505
    @jondraper9505 Před 3 lety +3

    Great video.

  • @petebowman6275
    @petebowman6275 Před 3 lety

    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.