Introduction: How to Install and Remove Slide-in Campers

Camping during the summer is one of the best things to do as a family or with friends. As a requirement, Campers and additional accessories are much needed when it comes to preparation for any camping session. In a simple step-by-step process, you will be able to learn how to install a Slide-in camper for your truck.

Step 1: Choose the Right Camper

In choosing the right camper, it should include most if not all the attributes below.

1. It should be compatible with the truck that you have.

2. Make sure that the camper will be able to accommodate you and your companions.

3. The camper should be insured as you will be travelling through some rough terrain.

Step 2: Install Camper to Truck

To begin with camper installation the right way, prepare all the needed tools and bolts to have a smooth installation of camper to the truck.

  1. First step is to remove the tailgate, tonneau cover, side rails (if they are present), and other accessories that may hamper the installation of the camper.
  2. Place the camper on its position in the truck. Make sure that all the connection slots are well-in place to easily bolt the and secure the camper to the truck. In doing this, you can either jack up the camper and slowly back up the truck into place or you can do it the other way. Letting the camper merge with the truck. Always consider having an extra hand to help you do this.
  3. Secure each connection with the proper bolt and tightness. Always follow the guidelines present in the camper's user manual to have the best possible result.
  4. Test the whole thing. A quick drive will tell you that everything is in order.

Step 3: Uninstalling the Camper From the Truck

When doing this, make sure camper will be in its final position in your camping location.

  1. Safely remove all bolts and connections that merged the camper with the truck.
  2. Slowly and carefully jack-up the camper to have some distance with the rear part of the truck. It would be best to have everybody in their right place before doing this so that no accidents would happen. In using hydraulic systems to raise the camper, it should be carefully done with slow and sure operation.
  3. Move the truck away from the raised camper. Take your time in moving the truck to allow adjustments if needed.
  4. Slowly bring down the camper to its correct level and secure its structure if needed.