Camper Tie Downs for a 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty with Short Bed

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What are the right tie downs for F250 short box 2012 Ford super duty ? Do they include the frame brackets?

asked by: Rick

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Expert Reply:

The correct frame mounted tie downs for your 2012 Ford F-250 short box are the HappiJac Truck-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs # LC182910-182971 which work as long as you do not have a Torklift aftermarket hitch. This includes:
- (2) Front anchor plates
- (2) Rear brackets and anchors
- (1) Stabilizing bar
- (2) Bumper braces
- Installation hardware

You would still need the turnbuckles to secure your camper to the tie downs.

- HappiJac Original Turnbuckles # LC182898 (manual)

- HappiJac Qwik-Load Turnbuckles # LC182895 (quick load/release)

If you have a Torklift aftermarket hitch, please let me know what Torklift hitch you have and whether you have a board/step under your truck and I would be happy to help you find the correct tie downs.

expert reply by: Scott S

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Answer 1

I checked with Happijac and the kit you need for your 2011 Ford F-250 is the part #LC182910-182971 for the tie downs and then for the turnbuckles #LC182897. This is a much better setup than a stake pocket attachment for a camper so I would not…

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Answer 2

The stabilizer bar and brackets will be bolted inside the bed and the front anchoring plate will be bolted on between the bed and the cab. If you don't have enough space to get your hand and the plate between them then you'll have to unbolt…

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Answer 3

I went ahead and reached out to Torklift, and they confirmed what you need to in order to remove the gas tank cover on your vehicle to install the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front #TLF2016. The cover drops down and gives you…

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Answer 4

All 2017 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a factory trailer brake controller (TBC) utilize a trailer module (TRM) which initiates the trailer charging system. For trailer charging to operate, the TRM must detect a trailer is connected and a brake…

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Answer 5

Yes the handle is included for the Replacement Spring-Loaded Turnbuckle for HappiJac Qwik-Load Turnbuckle Set #LC182897. So everything in the photo is included like what you were asking. I am attaching a link to our returns policy for you to…

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Answer 6

The HappiJac Qwik-Load Turnbuckles for Camper Tie-Downs #LC182895 have a minimum reach of 16-1/2". This means your tie-downs need to be at least 16-1/2" away from the attachment points on your camper. The best way to determine fitment would…

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Answer 7

According to my contact over at Lippert, when you attempt to clamp down the HappiJac Qwik-Load Turnbuckle #LC182897 if the spring has spring or is weak the buckles will turn a lot easier than one that is fully operational. If you've got one…

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Answer 8

Yes, in order to test the trailer connector on your tow vehicle you can use a standard circuit tester or a plug in tester like the 7 Way Trailer Connector Vehicle Tester part #C73NR. This is going to make testing the wiring on your tow vehicle…

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Answer 9

A lot of times the 12 volt accessory circuit isn't active on vehicles for the trailer wiring. Sometimes it's just a matter of inserting or replacing a fuse under the hood of the vehicle. Or in other times a relay has to be installed.…

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Answer 10

If you have already added the fuse and the trailer charge circuit is not activated in the 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty with factory integrated brake controller, then you want to make sure the trailer is connected and you press the brake according to a…

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Answer 11

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 12

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Camper Tie Downs for a 2012 Ford F-250 Super Duty with Short Bed

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