2022 Ram 2500 with Rambox

I am thinking of using my Ram to overland with but not sure about the investment to make it an overlanding vehicle

This is what I was thinking

First is a rack for the back to hold a roof top tent, max trax, water cans, probably gas cans (cause she’s a thirsty bitch), cooler/fridge, etc..

Let’t look at options for a RACK that can be used for a Ram with the Rambox.

OPTION 1

This is a rack provided by Nuthouse and it looks very nicely built.  They have a ton of addons but the negative is they are pricey.  Nutzo -RAMBOX series Overlanding truck rack can be made for all model year Rambox.  The RAMBOX rack is offered in a square tube design (The RAMBOX2) and is all aluminum.   This truck bed rack has been designed around the  RAMBOX cargo management system to allow full access to the storage. These racks mount to factory holes and require no drilling into the truck.   This bed rack is offered in a Low Profile version, Standard Height and cab height. The Standard height is at the optimal height to work with your Roof Top Tent (RTT) Annex.  These racks can also incorporate our aluminum retractable and lockable tonneau cover or aluminum hard deck.  This will keep your bed secure and dry.

Options include

Light Package

Deluxe light package includes: 1-CHMSL, 2- VisionX White accent lights, 4- Yellow marker lights, 2- Red marker lights, 4- VisionX Dura M460 2.75” square LED flood lights. All of our lights are wired with 12-14 gauge double sheathed marine grade wire and include 5 foot long wires

•  Deluxe Light Package ($1,495.00)
•  CHMSL,Third Brake Light LED 3/4” button light (not DOT approved) ($235.00)
•  Cargo bed light under rack, includes extra wire and weather pack connection ($235.00)
•  LED marker lights, (2) amber & (4) red, includes wire and weather pack ($525.00)
•  Two VisionX Dura Mini Lights ($325.00)
•  Four VisionX Dura Mini Lights ($678.00)

Removable Crossbars

Removable Crossbars allow full access and versatility to the bed of your truck. Extra removable crossbars can be made to hold/mount many additional items. You can have different bars for different mounting solutions that can be changed out in minutes.
Pricing includes additional finish time and material to coat parts

•  Removable Crossbars ($1,649.00)
•  Extra Removable Crossbars (each) ($385.00)

Hard Deck Options

The all aluminum hard deck creates a secure and weather proof area for all of your gear. The 1/8″ aluminum sheet is reinforced with 1”x 3” cross bars. It is a sturdy platform for all of your exterior storage needs. The deck also provides a great place to store a 40” spare tire. There are 2 multi-directional vents (optional) located towards the cab to promote cross ventilation inside the bed.
Hard Decks are priced per build due to oversized aluminum cost.

•  Aluminum Hard Cover Deck (Short Bed) ($3,299.00)
•  Aluminum High Clearance Hard Cover Deck (Short Bed) ($3,899.00)
•  L-Track tie down ($250.00)

Retractable Aluminum Coiling Cover

USA made aluminum powdercoated, retractable, and lockable cover

•  Short Bed ($2,579.00)
•  Long Bed ($2,679.00)

Tire Shelf

A Large sheeted deck that is designed to accommodate a tire up to 40″ and still provide extra space for storing gear.

•  Large Shelf with 4 pin mounting ($1,100.00)
•  Accessory rails for tire shelf. Priced per side ($300.00)

Awning mount

•  Custom fabricated awning mounts for 270 style awning ($395.00)

Maxtrax Storage Box

All aluminum storage box for Maxtrax brand only. These boxes make it easy to slide traction boards in and out. The hinged door has a hole for a carabiner or pad lock. These boxes can be mounted to the underside of the rack or anywhere else you’d like to store your traction boards.

•  Maxtrax Box for 2 boards ($549.00)
•  Maxtrax Box for 4 boards ($549.00)

Maxtrax Traction Aides MKII

•  Safety Orange ($299.00)
•  Black ($299.00)
•  Blaze Yellow ($299.00)
•  Olive Drab ($299.00)
•  Desert Tan ($299.00)
•  Gunmetal Grey ($299.00)
•  FJ Red ($299.00)

Average Cost: $3000-$3400 (without options, without tent)

 

OPTION 2

Another option is TRUSS Rack.  Not as expensive which is a positive but not cheap by any means.  Option 1 has a ton more options so if you like to keep your options open to add later then you may want to stay with OPTION 1.

The TRUSS systems mounts to the factory cargo rails inside your Ram's truck bed. Please make sure you have the proper cargo rails installed prior to the TRUSS bed rack.  Ram's OEM Rambox Tonneau rails have two slots in them. One facing the inside of the bed and one facing the sky. You will use both slots for attachment of the TRUSS bed rack.  If you do not have the exact pictured rails, the provided feet will not work with you truck. Please reach out as needed for clarification and factory rail part numbers can be provided so you can order them from Mopar if needed.  

THIS TRUSS IS NOT COMPATIBLE WITH TONNEAU, SOFT TOPS, OR ANY BED COVERS. 

Included

(6) TRUSS Legs

(6) Steel Mounting Feet

(4) Side Armor Plates

(3) 2" X 2" Load Bars

(1) All required fasteners, washers, lock nuts, and spacers are included in the kit.

Average Cost: $2000 (only rack)

 

OPTION 3 

This is my favorite but also most expensive option.  It’s called the Treehouse from snap outlanders and if you want “the best” then this is what you want.

Each Treehouse is built to order, built to the specs of your truck, fully aluminum, and a combination of tig-welded & riveted.

Standard Treehouse Includes:
- Matte black powder coat
- Third brake light
- Meteor Grey canvas with two side flaps with three layers (clear, screen, and outer)
- Single rear door with gas struts (Flip up)
- Four side doors with gas struts (Flip up, two on each side) 
- Seals on all doors
- Sleeping platform (75inx53in) that can be raised all the way up
- Electrical outlets (Two USB, one 12v cigarette outlet; Must be powdered by an external power station)
- Carpeted sleeping platform & ceiling of wedge
- Double sized, three inch thick memory foam mattress
- Two T-Tracks on the roof
- Insulated roof
- Ladder to access sleeping platform
- Bed rail clamps for installation
- Truck cap seal for base
- Guaranteed watertight sleeping area (does not include the base/truck bed area)
- Complimentary install at our facility in Pennsylvania + accessories for install

Average Cost: $12,000 (min of 6month lead time but includes rack, tent, etc)