Denver's Overland Outfitting Experts Since 2013
Overland Outfitting & Rooftop Tent Install in Denver
What We Install
Rooftop tents, camper shells, roof racks, drawer systems, fridge mounts, on-board water systems, solar and 12V power management, recovery gear mounting, and cargo management solutions. If it goes on, in, or under your rig for overlanding, we install it. We also handle the lighting and electrical side of overland builds.
Tru Automotive is a Go Fast Campers certified retailer, installer, and warranty repair shop. We are the only certified GFC shop in Colorado, which means we sell, install, and service Go Fast Campers products right here in Denver. If you already own a GFC and need service or warranty work, we handle that too.
We also install rooftop tents and camper systems from other manufacturers. Whether you are running a GFC, an iKamper, a Roofnest, or something else entirely, we can get it mounted, wired, and ready to go.
Every overland build is different. A Tacoma with a wedge tent and a basic solar setup is a completely different project than a Tundra with a full platform camper, dual batteries, a fridge, and a water system. Most overland builds also benefit from a suspension upgrade to handle the added weight. We look at your vehicle, your gear list, and how you actually use your truck before we recommend anything.
We are located at 930 W Mississippi Ave in Denver and serve the entire metro area, including Lakewood, Englewood, Littleton, Aurora, Arvada, and Boulder.
Built for Every Off-Road Platform
Tacoma. 4Runner. Tundra. Bronco. Wrangler. Gladiator. Colorado. Ram. F-150. We build overland rigs across all of them.
Roof load ratings, bed dimensions, electrical systems, and mounting points are all different from one platform to the next. A rooftop tent install on a 3rd Gen Tacoma with a bed rack is a different job than mounting a GFC on a Bronco or setting up a platform system on a Tundra CrewMax. We know the differences because we have done them all.
If your vehicle goes off-road and you want to camp out of it, we can help you build it right.
Colorado's Only Certified Go Fast Campers Shop
Go Fast Campers builds some of the most capable and well-designed platform campers and rooftop tents on the market. Their products are lightweight, low-profile, and built to handle serious use. Tru Automotive is proud to be GFC's only certified retail, installation, and repair partner in the state of Colorado.
What does GFC certification mean for you? It means you can buy a Go Fast Camper directly through our shop, have it professionally installed by technicians who know the product inside and out, and come back to us for any warranty repair or service work down the road. You do not have to ship your camper back to Montana or wait weeks for support. We handle everything locally.
Our team has installed GFC campers and tents on dozens of different vehicles. We know the mounting systems, the hardware, the electrical integration, and the small details that make the difference between a good install and a great one. When you buy and install through a certified shop, you know the job is done to the standard GFC designed for.
If you already own a GFC and need service, reach out. We are here to keep it running right.
Common Questions About Overland Builds
Answers to what customers ask us most about rooftop tents, overland outfitting, and our install process.
Rooftop Tents and Campers
Do I need a roof rack to mount a rooftop tent?
It depends on the tent and the vehicle. Some rooftop tents mount directly to factory crossbars or a low-profile rack. Others, especially platform campers like the Go Fast Campers models, use a dedicated mounting system that bolts to the bed or roof. We will look at your specific vehicle and the tent you are considering and tell you exactly what you need for a solid, safe install.
How much weight can my roof hold?
Every vehicle has a dynamic roof load rating (the weight limit while driving) and a static load rating (the weight it can hold while parked). Dynamic ratings are usually between 100 and 200 pounds for most trucks and SUVs. Static ratings are typically much higher. A rooftop tent needs to stay within your dynamic rating for safe highway driving. We can look up the specs for your exact vehicle and make sure the tent and rack setup stays within those limits.
Can you install a rooftop tent or camper I bought somewhere else?
Yes. If you purchased your tent or camper online or from another dealer, we are happy to install it. We warranty our labor regardless of where the product came from. Just bring it in and we will take care of the rest.
What is the best rooftop tent for my truck?
That depends on how you use it. A solo weekend camper has different needs than a family of four that spends two weeks at a time on the road. Wedge tents are lighter and more aerodynamic. Platform campers like the GFC give you a full sleeping area with storage underneath. Hardshell pop-ups split the difference. We will talk through your use case, your vehicle, and your budget and help you pick the right one.
Electrical and Accessories
Do you do electrical work for overland setups?
Yes. Dual battery systems, solar panel installation, 12V fridge wiring, USB and power outlet integration, lighting, and general power management. We can set up a complete electrical system so everything runs off your auxiliary battery without draining your starter battery. If you need a simple fridge circuit or a full dual-battery solar setup, we can handle it.
Do you install drawer systems and cargo storage?
Yes. Drawer systems, cargo slides, molle panels, fridge slides, and custom storage solutions. Keeping your gear organized and accessible makes a huge difference on longer trips. We install systems from major manufacturers and can help you figure out the best layout for how you use your truck.
How do I get started?
Stop by our shop at 930 W Mississippi Ave in Denver, call us at (303) 954-8836, or fill out the quote form below. We will take a look at your setup, talk through what you want to do, and put together a plan.
Get Build Advice
Tell us what you're driving and what you've got in mind. Our crew builds these rigs every day, so you'll get real recommendations from people who actually wrench on them.
Address
930 W Mississippi Ave Denver CO 80223
Phone
sales@truautomotive.com
Business hours
Monday to Friday
From 9 AM to 5 PM
