What size/age of camper should I be looking for for my 2006 GMC 2500 Crewcab?

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72Blazerod

72Blazerod

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I have never had a slide-in truck camper before but thought I might start looking at them this year.  I have a totally stock 2006 GMC 2500HD Crew cab with a Duramax.  I believe my box is 6.5' long (not an 8' long bed).  I see a bunch of old campers in the classifieds that need work for cheap.  But some look mighty long to be putting into a shortbed truck.  What size of camper would you guys suggest?  What measurements should I take of my truck or the camper? I don't want anything fancy, just something to keep me warm and dry in the summer and early fall.  Any tips, hints or advice you could give would be appreciated.  I would hate to rush out and buy one and find out it won't work.

Thanks!
 
The 6.5' bed is a problem. Don't go over 8' and make sure the center of gravity is ahead of the axle, otherwise you will not enjoy driving it. As far as age goes, it's a wash. Make sure there is no water or structural damage As far as a fixer upper, how much work are you prepared to do?
 
The majority of older campers where made for the 8' truck box, and in most cases (unless it's a custom made unit) you have to go newer, as there are now campers made for short box trucks.    When originally looking for a camper myself, I found more available (Arctic Fox) for short boxes than long box!    With your truck I believe you could handle anything up to a 10' camper, but it would be good to find out your GVW or GVCW and go from there.
 
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