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MeatEater Photographer Builds DIY Truck Camper for Hunting

31.12.2025 11:00 1 min 1 source РУС
themeateater.com ISL

MeatEater lead photographer Seth Morris has built a DIY truck camper designed for hunting and fishing expeditions. The setup features a raised fiberglass topper for headroom, a custom bed platform with storage drawers, and a Dometic CFX5 electric cooler for food. Water is supplied via a Dometic jug with an electric faucet, and cooking is done on a classic two-burner camp stove.

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