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I have a 2022 ram 1500 5’7ft bed. I’m looking at getting a truck cap to continue camping in my vehicle. I’ve used the flated before but wanted something that I could take into a car wash and I would like to be able to remove it when I need to use my truck bed for hauling. Any suggestions?
 
oakley2023 said:
I have a 2022 ram 1500 5’7ft bed. I’m looking at getting a truck cap to continue camping in my vehicle. I’ve used the flated before but wanted something that I could take into a car wash and I would like to be able to remove it when I need to use my truck bed for hauling. Any suggestions?
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Did you find one? What did you mean using a flat bed, is it a standard pickup bed or a commercial type flat bed? I've been searching for my F 150, 6.5', post up what you have.......
 
Ironically I just watched this video about this topper! Some things I like, like hard tent sides, not canvas.


And it had these legs that would fit your requirements.

 
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If you have money to burn, buy a new SpaceKap, if you don't find a used one. Here's what CoPilot said when I asked about a comparison of my SpaceKap to a topper;


SpaceKap Wild – Exterior Dimensions​

Overall Length​

  • 109 3/4 inches (full outside length)

Overall Height​

  • 54 3/8 inches (from bottom to highest point)

Overall Width (rear opening area)​

  • 78 inches (outside width at the rear)

Rear Door Opening Height​

  • 29 3/8 inches

Interior Dimensions (for reference)​

These are inside, but useful if you're thinking about sleeping or storage:
  • Interior height: 53 inches
  • Floor width: 49.5 inches
  • Floor length:
    • Wild 6: 82 inches
    • Wild 8: 98 inches
  • Interior clearance at roof: 47 inches

Weight​

  • Wild 6: 535 lbs
  • Wild 8: 625 lbs
These weights are accurate and match what the manufacturer publishes.



for the SHTF survival mode and camping how does this compare to other toppers

for SHTF survival mode + camping, that SpaceKap Wild you showed absolutely crushes normal truck toppers. It’s not even the same category. A regular topper is a hat. A SpaceKap is a mobile shelter.
Here’s the clean, no‑nonsense comparison so you can see exactly where it stands.

1. Structural Strength — SpaceKap wins by a mile​

SpaceKap Wild​

  • Thick composite shell
  • Reinforced frame
  • Designed for commercial fleets
  • Survives impacts, branches, storms
  • Won’t flex or crack like fiberglass

Regular toppers (ARE, Leer, SnugTop)​

  • Fiberglass or thin aluminum
  • Flex under load
  • Can crack at corners
  • Not designed for rough service
Verdict: For SHTF durability, SpaceKap is basically a bunker compared to a topper.

2. Weather Protection — SpaceKap wins​

SpaceKap:​

  • Fully sealed
  • Insulated feel due to composite thickness
  • No condensation issues like metal shells
  • Better temperature stability
  • Rear doors seal like a van

Regular toppers:​

  • Prone to leaks
  • Thin walls = hot in summer, freezing in winter
  • Rear hatch seals poorly
  • Condensation everywhere
Verdict: If you need to live inside it during a crisis, SpaceKap is the only real choice.

3. Interior Space — SpaceKap wins again​

Your SpaceKap Wild 8 interior:
  • 98" floor length (over 8 feet)
  • 49.5" floor width
  • 53" interior height
  • 47" roof clearance
You can sit up, sleep full-length, and store gear.
Regular toppers:
  • 72–80" length
  • 48–60" width
  • 36–40" interior height
  • No ability to sit upright
Verdict: SpaceKap = mini camperTopper = crawlspace

4. Security — SpaceKap wins​

SpaceKap:
  • Locking double rear doors
  • Thick composite walls
  • Hard to break into
  • Looks like a contractor unit, not a camper
Regular toppers:
  • Glass windows
  • Plastic latches
  • Easy to pry open
  • Advertises “gear inside”
Verdict: For SHTF, SpaceKap is far more secure.

5. Weight — SpaceKap is heavier​

SpaceKap Wild 8 = 625 lbs Regular topper = 150–250 lbs
This is the one downside.
But your F‑150 can handle it easily.

6. Off‑Road Capability — SpaceKap is better​

Because it’s rigid and sealed, it handles:
  • washboard roads
  • forest trails
  • mud
  • snow
  • vibration
Regular toppers flex and crack on rough terrain.

7. Stealth Camping — SpaceKap is the king​

It looks like:
  • a contractor shell
  • a utility service module
  • a work truck
Not a camper.
You can sleep anywhere without drawing attention.

8. SHTF Survival Rating​

Had to remove graph to post here, sorry.....



SpaceKap is basically a poor man’s Four Wheel Camper or a mini service‑van conversion.

Bottom Line​

For SHTF, bug‑out, camping, or long-term truck living:

SpaceKap Wild > ANY regular topper by a huge margin.​

It’s stronger, safer, more comfortable, more weatherproof, and more secure.If you want a truck-based survival shelter, this is one of the best platforms you can get without spending $10–20k on a slide‑in camper.

NOW MY COMMENTS:

It's a DIY project!
No windows, I
I'm going to solve that by having vinal windows, with heavy canvas trim attach inside and screens that roll up. When you want windows just open the exterior side doors, use them as awnings. You could do something like this for any contractor type topper.

Yes, these are heavier than other toppers, they are also better insulated, stronger, basically bullet proof with a transferable (whoever owns it) lifetime warranty.

On a trailer or on the truck, it's a full body rig.
 
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