Meet Gregg Grant and Heike Momiyama, Colorado adventurers who discovered what happens when you combine an F550 truck camper with LiquidSpring Smart Suspension and TruEarth Leveling.
When Gregg Grant and Heike Momiyama pull into camp after navigating washboard roads through southern Utah, they’re not exhausted. While other campers spend 20 minutes wrestling with leveling blocks, they hit a button and crack open their chairs. Their 2024 Ford F550 truck camper, nicknamed “Rogue One” for its stormtrooper-white color scheme, settles into its perfect position in under two minutes.”Our favorite thing is the TruEarth leveling,” Heike says without hesitation. “Everyone’s out there with their blocks and bubble levels, one person inside yelling adjustments. We just roll up, hit the button, and we’re done.”
The Build That Started at Overland Expo
Their journey to this F550 truck camper setup began at the Overland Expo Pacific Northwest in June 2023. After 20 years of camping—from toy haulers to vans—they were ready for something more capable. An adventure truck that could handle the remote, off-grid destinations they love without the constant battle against wind, sway, and rough roads.
Jerime at Elevation Off Grid introduced them to LiquidSpring suspension, explaining how the system adjusts to road conditions in 40 milliseconds. Two months later, at Overland Expo Mountain West, they committed to the build: a 2024 Ford F550 Super Cab with Elevation Off Grid’s Black Edition package, featuring LiquidSpring suspension, paired with a Bowen Customs bed and Kingstar Kruzer 8 camper.
Feel The Difference: F550 Truck Camper Performance
The contrast hit home during their first trip with the new rig. Heike was driving their old van to Nevada while Gregg followed in the F550. Interstate 40 threw everything at them—high winds that had Heike white-knuckling the steering wheel for hours.
“I get to camp exhausted from holding on for dear life,” Heike recalls. “Greg looks at me like, ‘What are you talking about? Was it windy out there?’ The F550 with LiquidSpring handled it like nothing was happening.”
Since taking delivery in April 2025, they’ve tested their F550 truck camper across the western United States. Next year’s plan? Canada and Alaska, putting the system through its ultimate test.
Ford F550 Suspension: The Technical Advantage
The real advantage shows up in how the suspension handles changing conditions.
“You don’t get that boat feeling, that swaying back and forth,” Gregg explains. “Even with the camper on, it doesn’t feel top-heavy. There are times you don’t even notice you have the camper.”
The ability to switch between Comfort, Normal, and Sport modes on the fly means they can adapt to conditions instantly. Winding mountain roads? Sport mode. Long highway stretches? Comfort mode. The F550’s suspension adjusts its behavior to match.
TruEarth Leveling: Game-Changer for Truck Campers
While the suspension impresses on the road, it’s at camp where the system really shines. The TruEarth leveling system shows a green, yellow, or red indicator before they even engage it. Yellow means it can level automatically—up to 8 inches of adjustment at each wheel.
“A few times it’s surprised us,” Gregg admits. “We thought there’s no way it’ll level here, but it raises one corner 8 inches while lowering another side 4 inches. It finds a way.”
The system even helps with practical tasks. Need to hook up a boat trailer? Lower the rear. Loading gear? Drop the suspension for easier access. Working on the engine? Lower the front end.
Living with an F550 Truck Camper Daily
Their F550 does more than weekend adventures. Living on a 4-mile dirt road in Colorado, they drive it regularly and notice the difference even on their daily commute. The LiquidSpring suspension smooths out the washboard sections that would normally rattle their other pickup truck.
At SEMA 2025, where Rogue One will be displayed at the LiquidSpring Outpost alongside other rigs, they’re looking forward to firmware updates. Carl from LiquidSpring mentioned four updates since April, including improvements to washboard handling and a “gimbal level” feature that lets users calibrate the leveling system to their specific camper setup.
“The idea that your suspension improves over time through firmware updates—you don’t get that with conventional suspension,” Heike notes. “You install traditional suspension and that’s it. With LiquidSpring, it keeps getting better.”
Who Needs This F550 Truck Camper Setup?
Based on six months and thousands of miles with their rig, Gregg and Heike have clear thoughts on who would benefit from a similar setup:
- Off-grid adventurers heading to remote destinations where comfort and capability matter equally
- Full-time or extended travelers who need reliability and reduced driver fatigue over long distances
- Anyone towing boats or trailers who could benefit from adjustable ride height for easier hookups
- Drivers on washboard or dirt roads once the new firmware updates are fully dialed in
- Couples or families who value quick camp setup and more time enjoying their destinations
“I would say anybody with a large rig would benefit,” Heike concludes. “We’re pretty heavy with the camper, but even just on the highway, it’s so smooth and easy to drive. You don’t get as tired because you’re not fighting the vehicle.”
Get On the Road With F550 Truck Campers
Six months into ownership, with plans stretching from Alaska to Arizona, Gregg and Heike have found their perfect adventure platform. The combination of the Ford F550’s capability, Elevation Off Grid’s build quality, Bowen Customs’ functional bed design, Kingstar’s comfortable camper, and LiquidSpring’s adaptive suspension has created something greater than the sum of its parts.
Gregg says, “ We are arriving at camp refreshed instead of exhausted. We actually enjoy the drive to these beautiful places.”
For those considering an F550 truck camper build, their advice is simple: Don’t overlook the suspension. It might be the difference between enduring your adventures and truly enjoying them.
Interested in learning more about F550 truck camper suspension options? Contact LiquidSpring to discuss how smart suspension and TruEarth leveling can transform your overlanding experience.
