April 29, 2025 4 min read

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?

I decided to go with an older model Tundra so that if I (will let’s be honest) beat it up on trails, I won’t be as worried about scratching the paint. It’s a 2007 Long Bed Toyota Tundra. It’s known for its reliability and I plan to have this truck for many many years.  Plus the long bed is great for the camper as I typically bring my wife and kids along on my adventures!


Can you give us a top highlight overview of your buildout and its key features? 

My absolute favorite part of the build so far is the bed rug. It sounds simple, but it truly makes the camper feel like a little piece of home on the road. We get in, slide into our slippers and just cozy up in the bed of the truck!

 

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? 

Tune M1
Goal Zero battery
Iceco Fridge
Truma Heater

Obviously the camper is the biggest game changer, but what’s inside is where the good stuff is. The kind bed extender from the Tune paired with the HEST mattress is unmatched. It’s honestly more comfy than my bed at home!



HEST Dually Queen with Dually Extend, HEST Camp Pillows, HEST ComforterGoal Zero Battery Yeti


How much time and effort did the entire process take, and was it worth it?

I feel like I am just about a year into this build. I have a problem with “once I have it on my mind, it’s absolutely happening” and of course this fit neatly into this mindset. I purchased the truck and pretty much did a speed run on this build. But it’s ever changing and I am sure that it will never be “fully” done. It was 100% worth it in my opinion. Having young kids, I am frequently finding new spots for them to see and now it’s so much easier with a camper big enough to hold the whole family.



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.

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