How to Select a Truck Camper for a Pickup Truck

1). Measure the width and length of the bed of your truck. This is to ensure you purchase the correct size camper that will fit your vehicle.
2). Decide whether you want an aluminum or a fiberglass camper top. Although aluminum tops tend to last longer, fiberglass camper tops are often more attractive.
3). Decide how tall the camper top should be. The determining factor here is whether you will use it for camping. If so, select a top that extends up over the cab of the truck. If you simply want to haul materials or lock up items, go with a top that is the same height as the cab of the truck.
4). Decide if you want a camper top with windows or no windows. You may want windows if you intend to use the top for camping purposes.
5). Decide how much you want to spend. Prices vary greatly for camper tops. Fiberglass tops tend to be more expensive than aluminum. Opting for windows increases the cost as well.
6). Decide what color or finish you would like. This depends on the color of your truck. The camper top does not have to match exactly, as you can choose a complementary color as well.
7). Decide whether to buy new or used. A general rule of thumb is that if your pickup truck is older, then purchase a used camper top. If your truck is newer, a new camper top will fit better and look better as well.