Can't put a cabover on a CC?

mtnmike · 11-28-2005, 11:12 AM

Anybody else run into this? My owner's manual ('04 CC 4x4) says you are not to carry a cabover camper on a crewcab... Huh?!? That was one of the reasons I bought it-- to carry a camper cross-country. Does anyone have information on why Nissan would say this regarding the crew cab? Any theories? Any solid reasons why it wouldn't be a good idea to do this? I'm bummed... gotta have that camper for fishing and hunting...
Mike

Yomama · 11-28-2005, 11:15 AM

I'd guess it to be do to the shorter box and the extra weight. Buy a TT.

tillery444 · 11-28-2005, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mtnmike

Anybody else run into this? My owner's manual ('04 CC 4x4) says you are not to carry a cabover camper on a crewcab... Huh?!? That was one of the reasons I bought it-- to carry a camper cross-country. Does anyone have information on why Nissan would say this regarding the crew cab? Any theories? Any solid reasons why it wouldn't be a good idea to do this? I'm bummed... gotta have that camper for fishing and hunting...
Mike

Dude,
They make lite models that will work with a Titan CC. I would get some airbags for the rear, and go for it! I am also considering doing this in the future. For example, here are some that would work. It might over hang 6 inches or so but it will work.
http://www.sunvalleyinc.com/

*TitanFan59* · 11-28-2005, 01:07 PM

Ditto, airbags or helper springs and mount it up.

**Helinut1970** · 11-28-2005, 01:48 PM

Also dont start your engine....It causes engine wear which can eventually lead to engine failure in the distant future!!!

I would'nt worry to much about it. You can mod any truck to carry a camper. Go for it if you can find one to fit it properly.

The manual also says dont pull a 5th wheel to but alot of guys pull one with no prob.

**HudsonValleyTitan** · 11-28-2005, 03:15 PM

I can't imagine one of those campers fitting in the rear of my CC anyhow. BUT....if you can find one and it's withing the capacities of the bed, why not?!

DeTitan · 11-28-2005, 11:00 PM

You can too:

CAMPER

BTW Tillery that is one sick avatar!

A2titan · 11-29-2005, 04:41 PM

I believe there is also a new bed hitch for fifthwheel towing for short bed fullsize trucks. It slides itself back via a camming action on turns and back up as it goes back to neutral stright again. Just saw it on a RV show. Slightly off subject I know.

tillery444 · 11-29-2005, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by DeTitan

You can too:

CAMPER

BTW Tillery that is one sick avatar!

Thanks. Usually I change the avatar every month or so but, for some reason I just can't bring myself to do it this time?

moore101 · 11-30-2005, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Helinut1970

The manual also says dont pull a 5th wheel to but alot of guys pull one with no prob.

Where does the manual say no 5th wheel?

mtnmike · 12-01-2005, 11:51 AM

Thanks, guys, for all the input on a cabover camper... you basically confirmed my guess re: owner's manual cautions.
deTitan, what-- if any-- mods did you add for carrying your camper? I know it's a light one (from the looks), but did you beef up the shocks/ springs, etc.? And does anyone have recommendations regarding airshocks for carrying a camper? I did this years ago with great results. I've got a heavy, older camper, and am too cheap to buy one of the high-end newer (and lighter) ones. Thanks,
Mike

DeTitan · 12-01-2005, 01:11 PM

Hi Mtnmike,

That is not mine. I have a sliver cc 4x4.. That one of off the camper manufs web site.

I was happy to find it for a friend. Many here have added either a helper spring or airbags.

For off the beaten track camping or exploration the cab over may be a good thing, but for generic camping etc. Personally I would go with a trailer or a fiver given my current life cycle etc.

Currently I have a diesel classA which is not getting the usage it should.

Recently I saw an aluminum flat trailer with a truck camper affixed to it and under the cab-over section they had two quads tied down! It was really nice, the trailer provided a deck or patio to the camper when the quads were off!

mtnmike · 12-02-2005, 01:13 PM

Thanks for the input, DeTitan. I'm not sure I want to haul a trailer clear across the country, which is one of the many plans we have for our CC. Plus, I already have the camper... in any case, I will at least use the cabover for hunting/ fishing trips and short forays. Most of my camping is in pretty remote/ inaccessible country. Still, I'm gonna look into a smaller travel trailer for the big trip. Meanwhile, anyone have a good source for airbags?
Mike

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeTitan

Hi Mtnmike,

That is not mine. I have a sliver cc 4x4.. That one of off the camper manufs web site.

I was happy to find it for a friend. Many here have added either a helper spring or airbags.

For off the beaten track camping or exploration the cab over may be a good thing, but for generic camping etc. Personally I would go with a trailer or a fiver given my current life cycle etc.

Currently I have a diesel classA which is not getting the usage it should.

Recently I saw an aluminum flat trailer with a truck camper affixed to it and under the cab-over section they had two quads tied down! It was really nice, the trailer provided a deck or patio to the camper when the quads were off!

Clint · 12-02-2005, 06:02 PM

Go take a look at www.timbren.com they make quality products.

Good luck.

Clint