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Welcome to our monthly Rigs We Dig series! Each month in 2025, we'll be celebrating the ingenuity of a featured DIY build—showcasing their smart design, practical functionality, and adventurous spirit.
Building a family-friendly overland rig takes thoughtful planning, durable gear, and a passion for adventure — and Tuan Vo’s 2007 Toyota Tundra with a Tune Outdoors Camper checks every box. Based in Denver, Colorado, Tuan designed his Tundra overland build to handle rugged trails, offer cozy camping comfort, and adapt to family trips year-round. Outfitted with a HEST Dually Queen Mattress + Extend, multiple Camp Pillows, a Comforter, and more, this custom setup transforms a classic long-bed truck into the perfect home on wheels for exploring Colorado, Moab, and beyond. Whether you're planning your first overland rig or looking for family camping inspiration, Tuan’s build shows what’s possible with the right foundation and a few smart upgrades.
Your Name: Tuan Vo
Location: Denver, CO
Make & Model: Toyota Tundra with Tune Outdoors Camper
Year: 2007
HEST products: Dually Queen + Extend, Camp Pillows x4, Comforter, pillowcases
What made you choose your vehicle make & model as your base?
Can you give us a top highlight overview of your buildout and its key features?
What were your main goals or priorities when designing and building your rig?
My biggest priority for this rig was keeping enough space/easy storage access so I can constantly switch what I put in there for different purposes. Right now I have a few key things that always stay in the truck, but I know that different trips will require different gear. Plus I am a neat freak so having things in their proper place is important to me!
What were some of the biggest challenges you faced during the build process?
The biggest challenge of this rig thus far is the age of the truck! When I bought the tundra, there was quite a lot of surface rust and a few issues with the suspension that I knew was a “had to” before diving into anything related to the camper. Once the camper went on, now the biggest challenge is creating a stiffener for the bed so that the cab and bed don’t flex as much (which is a known problem for this generation of tundras).
How many dollar signs on a scale of 1 to 5 is your build (5 being the highest)?
$$$$$$$$$
What products, brands, or upgrades are you most excited about in your rig?
HEST Dually Queen with Dually Extend, HEST Camp Pillows, HEST Comforter, Goal Zero Battery Yeti
How much time and effort did the entire process take, and was it worth it?
What’s one feature in your rig that you’ve learned you cannot live without?
Definitely the propane heater. Since I live in Colorado, the weather is constantly changing. For example, it was 70 degrees and sunny on the front range, and I decided it was a good night for camping! Only an hour away and it felt like a winter wonderland. Of course I forgot a heavy jacket so that propane heater is constantly saving my butt. Thankfully I stayed warm the whole night and slept soundly.
Are there any features or upgrades you wish you had added (or done differently)?
One feature I wish I had added sooner, would be a water tank. I am currently trying to figure out a bracket that fits a roam water tank inside the Tune so I can have easy access to washing dishes, showering, and spraying off dirty kids haha. It’s a work in progress but I definitely wish I had figured it out before the camper went on the truck.
Where is the coolest place you have taken your rig?
So far, I would say Moab! I love the desert and going to Moab from Denver is a pretty easy drive. It’s like a playground for the whole family!
Do you have any advice for someone just starting their overland rig build?
The biggest piece of advice that I can provide for building an overland rig is to go at your own pace. Everyone’s needs are different and the most important thing is that you like what you are doing. While I might have a portable potty in my camper for my small children, you might not need that! This community is supposed to be inclusive and helpful, so don’t compare your build to others! As long as you’re happy, that’s what matters.
