Recommended Camper Tie-Downs for a 2023 Ford F-150 w/ 6-1/2 Foot Bed

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Hi there - I was told that you can help determine the right set up for my rig. Can you help me determine what bed mounts I need for a 2023 F150 6.5ft bed that will be hauling a Travel Lite 626XSL camper? Any additional information or recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

asked by: Taylor L

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I would be happy to help! To mount a Travel Lite Camper in the bed of your 2023 Ford F-150 with a 6-1/2' bed you will need the following parts:

TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs - Custom Frame Mount - Front item # TLF2018

TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs - Custom Frame Mount - Rear item # TLF3007

TorkLift AnchorGuard Derringer Turnbuckles for Truck Camper Tie-Downs item # TLS9020 if you do not already have chains

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

Thank you for all of the details! The correct tie-downs for your 2018 Ford F-150 include the following: Front - #TLF2020 Rear - #TLF3007 I've attached review videos for you to check out.

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TorkLift and etrailer cannot actually recommend using only front tie downs on any slide-in camper, even if it is a very light one. Sure, you may have seen folks do this and they may have had no issues at all. But in the worst-case scenario where you…

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Hello Steve, If the HappiJac Camper Jacks #LC736514-4 are binding, then per the instructions for the jacks, it may need lubrication. They say "anytime jack seems to labor more than usual, place a few drops of light oil into the oil hole in the…

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Thanks for the kind words! Yes, the Custom Fit Tie Down Kit item #TL82FV does include both Front item #TLF2018 and Rear item #TLF3007 tie downs. These fit the 2018 Ford F-150 with a 6-1/2' bed.

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Answer 5

Camper tie downs #TLF2019 are only for the 5-1/2 foot bed and #TLF2018 are only for the 6-1/2 foot bed. They cannot be used interchangeably between the different length beds on a Ford F-150. So basically, the front tie downs will be different between…

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That is correct, you can tap into the plug and it will provide a charge but keep in mind that this is not the most efficient way for charging a battery. This method does not provide any charge balancing or battery charge management and on newer…

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I can confirm for you that the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front #TLF2018 and the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Rear #TLF3007 are a fit for your 2018 Ford F-150 with a 6-1/2 foot bed, so long as you do NOT have…

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Answer 8

For your 2018 Ford F-150 short bed we have the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 kit part #AL88385 as a confirmed fit that is also compatible with in-bed hitches like your fifth wheel hitch unlike the other options that fit your truck. This would work and fit…

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The Brophy Camper Scissor Steps for truck campers, #AS04, are intended for an entry height of 31" to 40". If your camper door sets within that 31-40' range then yes this will fit your rig. Please see attached image for measuring points…

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Answer 10

That is a good question, and you can leave your current fold-out steps up and in the folded position when installing the mounting bracket of the Brophy Scissor Steps. The reason is, the bracket will be installed just underneath the door so as long as…

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The replacement manual jack for the 4200 and 4160 jacks are the HappiJac Manual Truck Camper Jack System, part #LC736514-4. We have the electric upgrade kit for this part, so we have the upgrade for you. Because your camper is already pre-wired, you…

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