
Gramp Camp: Jon Burtt’s 7.3L Overland Truck Camper – Expedition Portal
There has always been something about old trucks with bed campers that captures my imagination. Maybe it’s the Texan in me or my childhood readings of Travels with Charley, but every time I see one, I long to leave the world behind in pursuit of an endless horizon. How could I not, though? A pickup with a camper is about as Americana as it gets. They are our nation’s 70 Series: affordable workhorses equipped to haul lumber to the yard or a family to the mountains with equal ease. In my opinion, there are few better options for exploring North America, which is why we’re going to take a closer look at one of the coolest overland truck camper builds around, Jon Burtt’s Gramp Camp.

The Truck
Many of you may recognize Jon Burtt’s name from Instagram or the story we ran on his Tacoma a few years back. By the time he sold that rig, it was one of the most heavily modified and well-known Toyotas in the community, but Jon wanted something better. He wanted more payload, better fuel economy, a larger bed, and in general, a platform better suited to his needs, and the Ford Super-Duty was a perfect choice. Specifically
Related News
-
6 Best Road Trips From Los Angeles
Here at Four Wheel Campers, our two favorite words are “road trip!” That’s where our company started, families getting on ...
Read More -
Southern Utah Camping Guide: Best Free & Paid Camping Areas
Southern Utah Camping Guide: Best Free & Paid Camping Areas Southern Utah is one of the top destinations for camping and ...
Read More -
Mountain Biker Can’t Get Enough of His Four Wheel Pop Up Camper – The Wayward Home
For someone who loves getting deep into the great outdoors and going mountain biking, there isn’t anything better than a Four ...
Read More -
Camping 101: Best Camping Gear for Beginners
Camping is one of the best ways to get out and explore. At Four Wheel Campers, we encourage everyone to enjoy the outdoors, ...
Read More -
Romantic Baja Adventure
The road to Baja is a nostalgic one. You are out there, truly out there – not a cell tower in sight. It’s raw, it’s ...
Read More -
What is Overlanding?
Overlanding’s popularity has increased significantly in recent years, and it’s a term we often use with our Four Wheel ...
Read More -
Dirt Road Dreams By Bret Edge
Dirt roads offer mystery and adventure, and while sometimes they’re dead ends, sometimes they lead to epic campsites ...
Read More -
Five Easy Camping Recipes From Four Wheel Campers
Eating delicious food can make all the difference between a good adventure and a great adventure. These five easy camping ...
Read More -
Tackling Dinosaur NM’s Echo Park by Truck Camper
A rough map of Dinosaur National Monument’s Echo Park doesn’t look like much but don’t let that fool you. Start by drawing ...
Read More -
7 Tips for Camping in a National Forest
Camping in a National Forest is free for up to 14 days in most locations around the United States. It’s an excellent option ...
Read More