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TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs - Custom Frame Mount - Front
Part Number: TLF2004
$466.48
2002 Ford Excursion
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TorkLift Truck Camper Tie Downs - TLF2004
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Damage-Free Install: Mounts to existing frame holes with little to no drilling needed.
- Stable, Low Center of Gravity: Frame mount spreads camper weight evenly for better handling.
- Clean Look When Unloaded: Arms remove easily so brackets stay nearly invisible under the truck.
- Corrosion-Resistant Strength: Black powder coated steel stands up to road salt and rough travel.
- Easy Turnbuckle Setup: Two anchor holes let you find the best angle for a secure hold.
Features to know about
Stable Hauling for Long Trips: Frame-Mounted Tie-Downs
These frame-mounted tie-downs create solid attachment points that keep your camper stable on long drives. Because they mount directly to the truck’s frame—the strongest part of the vehicle—they distribute weight evenly and lower the camper’s center of gravity. That means less sway, better handling, and a safer, more comfortable ride even when you’re loaded up for thousands of miles.
Clean Look When You’re Not Hauling: Removable Arms
No one wants hardware hanging off their truck when the camper’s at home. These tie-downs tuck up nearly flush with the frame, staying out of sight until you need them. When you remove the arms from the brackets, the remaining mounts are barely visible, so your truck keeps its clean lines between trips.
Install Without Drilling: Custom-Fit Mounting System
The tie-downs bolt on using pre-existing holes in the frame, so there’s little to no drilling and no need to modify anything. It’s a straightforward setup that mounts tight for minimal ground clearance loss. Each kit includes two front tie-downs and all necessary installation hardware for a secure fit you can trust.
Built Tough: Powder-Coated Steel Construction
Made from black powder-coated steel, these tie-downs resist corrosion and hold up through rough weather and road grime. The heavy-duty construction stands up to repeated use and keeps performing season after season without weakening or rusting.
Simple Camper Connection: Adjustable Anchor Points
Each arm has two pin holes so you can set how far out it extends, giving you space to clear sidewalls or fenders. Two anchor holes on the plate let you pick the best angle for your turnbuckles (sold separately), helping your camper stay locked down tight from multiple directions while you travel.
Specs
Construction
- Material: Black powder coated steel
- Finish: Powder coated
- Mount Type: Frame-mounted
- Position: Front
- Fit: Custom fit
Installation
- Mounting: Uses pre-existing holes in the frame - little to no drilling required
- Connection Points: Adjusts for simple, secure connection to camper
- Anchor Holes: Choose between 2 anchor holes to get the best angle for a secure hold
- Hardware: Includes 2 front tie-downs and installation hardware
- Compatibility: Pairs with rear tie-downs (sold separately)
- Turnbuckles: Requires turnbuckles (sold separately) to attach camper to tie-downs
Performance
- Handling: Ensures excellent handling by distributing camper's weight evenly and lowering its center of gravity
- Clearance: Mounts tight to your vehicle's frame - minimal loss of ground clearance
- Design: Remains virtually invisible beneath your vehicle when arms are removed
- Adjustability: Extend arms out from truck body to clear bowed sidewalls and fenders
Origin and Warranty
- Made in: USA
- Warranty: Lifetime warranty
F2004 Tork Lift Truck Camper Tie Down - Front Frame Mount - Custom Fit
Replaces 39874
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2004 - 2005 Ford F-150 6-1/2 Foot Bed - no running boards or cab length only boards - factory hitch
- 2004 - 2005 Ford F-150 6-1/2 Foot Bed - no running boards or cab length only boards - no hitch
- 2004 - 2005 Ford F-150 6-1/2 Foot Bed - no running boards or cab length only boards - non-Torklift aftermarket hitch
Video of TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs - Custom Frame Mount - Front
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for An In-Depth Look at the TorkLift Front Frame Mount Tie Downs
Speaker 1: Today, we're going to be taking a look at TorkLift's line of custom frame mounted camper tie downs for the front. You want to verify here at etrailer.com using our fit guide, which ones work best for your vehicle. There are sets also available that will fit your vehicle available for the rear. These custom mounted brackets are going to provide an easy attachment point to hook up your camper.What's additionally great about those is that they have the removable ends. So when you're not using it, they'll be hidden away, and your vehicle will look like factory. The custom mounted brackets we're engineered to provide you with the best location for your tie down point to even distribute the load.
So, once they're attached, and adjusted. This'll keep your camper from being too top heavy. This'll increase the overall ride quality while you're campers attached, and the safety. It's made of a durable steel with a black powder coat finish, which'll ensure that you have a strong attachment point, and it'll be highly resistant to corrosion.When you are ready to use them, you can just slide in the attachment point. There's two points here to attach your turn buckles, and here on the shaft there are two points that will give you an adjustment inward, and outward, to specifically fit your camper.
So, you can use this hole for a wider camper, or this hole for an aero camper. Once you've got your appropriate hole, slide the pin through, and bring the latch over, and lock it in place. Then you can attach your turn buckles.Now if you need some turn buckles you can pick them up here at etrailer.com. There are many a different styles. From chain types, to quick attach lever types.
Our style is going to a be a threaded rod type that will hook to your camper, and down to our attachment point. We'll adjust it snug by turning our turn buckle here. With our passenger side done, we'll repeat that same step on our driver's side.Compared to stake pocket, our bumper mounted camper tie downs, frame mounted tie downs will provide better handling. They also mount out of sight, giving your truck a cleaner look, because the custom fit brackets secure tight against your trucks frame there is no loss of ground clearance. That completes our look at TorkLift's line of custom frame mounted camper tie downs for the front..
Ratings & Reviews
4.7
2407 reviews
by:
Spencer
12/20/2024
Worked great. 5500 miles round trip. Upgraded trucks about to buy another set!
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Joshua
07/14/2021
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Ian
05/22/2023
2005
Ford
F-150
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John
10/29/2026
This is my second truck that I have outfitted with Torklift frame mounted tie downs from etrailer. I carry big campers on my trucks and, in recent years, the Torklift system is the best option. They have worked flawlessly for me. I’m an older guy and I was able to install them myself with the help of an impact driver and torque wrench. It all went together in a couple hours. With today’s trucks, the metal in the beds is so thin that you can’t really mount directly to it any more without the weight of the camper levering on it and damaging it. Even the bumpers today are too thin to mount the old Happijack “buttons” for rear camper mounts. These custom designed Torklift mounts bolt directly onto the truck frame without touching the bed. They have extensions that stick out from under the bed when in place. Each of the four extensions easily removes when not needed and leave a “clean” look.
The service from etrailer is always good and fast. I have bought many things from them over the years. The people who answer the phones there know their products and give reliable, friendly advice. They have always been there for me whether I had tech questions, needed installation advise or (other product) shipping damage return, etc. I give the company my full endorsement.
The service from etrailer is always good and fast. I have bought many things from them over the years. The people who answer the phones there know their products and give reliable, friendly advice. They have always been there for me whether I had tech questions, needed installation advise or (other product) shipping damage return, etc. I give the company my full endorsement.
Mike L.
10/29/2026
Thanks John, we sure appreciate that! I'm glad to hear your tie-downs are working well for you...
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Chester
09/15/2026
This is the third set, third vehicle, I have installed these camper tie-downs on. Once you are used to torklift instructions/ pictures the installation is not that hard ( even for me at 74 years old). The torklift product itself is well made and works great.
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Mark
06/05/2024
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
These tiedowns were great. They fit my 2023 ford f350 4wd crew cab perfectly. They bolted on using existing holes and they included wire feeders to feed the bolts through all the holes. Everything was included in the kit and installation was pretty simple. Probably took an hour or so. Directions were very good and easy to follow. They hold my camper down very securely and are adjustable for various widths. Also easy to drill different hokes for custom widths. I highly recommend this tie down for this model truck.
Mark
6/6/2025
These tie downs are sill working as advertised. I have travelled over 20,000 mi with them in various conditions with about 10 of that time in dirt roads or 4wd roads. Nothing too crazy, but with my camper and these tied downs I am confident that the camper will remain attached and be secure. It hardly moves around at all. They are worth the money and I can still remember how easily they installedvery welll thought out design and installation!
Jon G.
6/6/2025
@Mark Thanks for the input! That definitely helps to paint a picture of the durability of these things!
What has been your favorite trip so far?
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Jim Lloyd
04/26/2026
Product came promptly, however, part of the tie-down was sticking out through the box when delivered. Stronger packaging is suggested. Everything fit well and instructions were quite handy, making much of the otherwise difficult installation easier. There was mention of possible alteration of the emergency brake cable support if it was a manual system. Extra parts were even included if needed. However, on a 2025, 5.5' F-150, nothing was said about a main exhaust support being in the way of the passenger side's installation. The tie-downs are now installed but I'm still trying to figure out how to re-install the muffler support.
Heather A.
5/1/2026
Hi Jim! I can see why that would be frustrating for sure. The good news is you usually don’t have to do anything drasticmost fixes come down to slightly repositioning the exhaust system rather than fully relocating it. That can mean loosening and adjusting a bolt-on hanger, adding a small spacer, or even tweaking the hanger position just enough to create some clearance. I’ll drop this article here since it walks through a few simple ways to fix it step-by-step, but overall you’re on the right track it’s typically just a matter of giving the exhaust a little more room so nothing is rubbing or under tension. This help article is about a hitch install but it still applies here.
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Michael
08/22/2025
2002
Dodge
Ram Pickup
The front mounts installed relatively easily with no drilling or modification. Instructions were ok, i recommend doing the passenger side first, as it has no gas tank in the wayand you will get the idea of the mount and order of tightening. I had to use double washers(provided) on the replacement bed bolt provided to make it work properly. The mounts themselves are solid and well made. Roughly .120 wall tubing. I sprayed cold galvanizing paint inside the tubes to prevent corrosion. etrailer’s service and shipping were top notch and fast. Total install about 4 hours, but I work slowly and take my time.
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Jack
09/06/2026
2001
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
Very poor instruction manual...
The photos are very small with poor dark images and contrast. Also, the names of the nuts, bolts, and other items should have photos of each item with the description and name of that item in each photo.
It appears that you don't want to help the customer install it on his own.
The tie downs are well made and strong.
I will give you more feedback when I get deeper into the installation...
The photos are very small with poor dark images and contrast. Also, the names of the nuts, bolts, and other items should have photos of each item with the description and name of that item in each photo.
It appears that you don't want to help the customer install it on his own.
The tie downs are well made and strong.
I will give you more feedback when I get deeper into the installation...
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Theodore
06/28/2026
GMC
Terrain
The camper tie down are solid and well worth the money. I installed them on my f250 to hold my camper and I just get in and go. Even in the mountain terrain.
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Milton
12/29/2025
2013
gmc
Yukon
We originally installed Happijack tiedowns in 2013 because that was the only option that the dealer offered and they did well until we unexpectedly went over a large hump in a highway road damaging the front tiedowns and the bumper! Once the damage was repaired, we decided to go with the frame mounted Torklyft tiedowns, which, although not inexpensive, are superior in my opinion to the non-frame tiedowns. Earlier this year we replaced the rear tiedowns prior to a trip to Alaska and they worked extremely well over the notoriously challenging roads thru the Yukon Territory and Alaska “highways”. Upon our return we replaced the front Happijack tiedowns with the Torklyft frame mounted tiedowns and so far are very pleased with the upgrade.
Lazer S.
12/30/2025
Glad to hear you are liking them, Milton! And I agree, the TorkLift tie downs are superior to the HappiJac tie downs. They are just more secure and heavier duty. At least in my opinion. And that sounds like quite the trip! Was it just a camping trip or did you do some fishing and or hunting?
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Albert
11/29/2022
Ram
3500
Keep in mind the parameters of the application these may be different on another vehicle. Camper is a Northern lite 9-6. Vehicle Chevy 3500 LB SRW 4x4. Post install, in my opinion. I’d feel my comfortable if the ‘FastGun’ tie downs were facing opposing directions. Currently attaching to the designated anchor points all four FG’s angle from the TorkFit anchor point BACK towards the NL camper’s anchor points. This positively prevents the 3600 LB. camper from rearward movement. However FOWARD movement can and has occurred. After a necessary sudden braking event I checked my clearances and discovered that forward movement did occur. About, one inch. My NL slid far enough forward that contact was made between the vehicle and the camper. Realignment was necessary. From an Engineers perspective: the best anchorage would be achieved with the anchoring devices (FastGuns, in my case) installed in opposing directions. In the future I will be placing blocks between the camper and the front of the truck bed to eliminate any forward movement.
Jenny N.
12/5/2022
I reached out to the manufacturer. They advised that they think it is a combination of the Northern light camper anchor point location being situated so far back on the camper and possibly the front of the camper not being all the way against the bulkhead of the bed if it is moving forward still. Otherwise, everything looks typical of a truck camper and truck installation. If it has any room to slide forward, it will in a sudden braking situation.
Albert
12/6/2022
Jenny thanks for your reply and diligence in reaching out to TorkFit. The NL camper does have forward bumpers for abutting the bulkhead. However when bulkhead contact is made the body of the my 21 Silverado makes contact with the fiberglass body of the camper. The pressure from a recent ‘sudden stop’ and ‘slide forward’ created enough pressure to chip paint on the truck. The bumpers make contact with the bulkhead about 10”-12” above the bed-bulkhead connection. The 90* corner at bottom, this should be the strongest area. I will install stop chocks at future loadings. I’ll also attempt to possibly install the TorkFits in a more vertical position. Thanks.
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Charles F
05/23/2020
Jason was great to work with on getting the proper camper tie downs for my truck as it was a new truck and was a bit confused as to the proper application.
I had them installed within an hour. Even an armature bolt twister could do this!
I have used my camper a lot since putting these on my truck and will tell you these are THE MOST SECURE ANCHORS I have ever used on any of my trucks PERIOD!
You will not make a bad decision going with this product. I recommend these tie downs over any product available! I Don't normally give recommendations or endorse products. These I am truly impressed with.
I had them installed within an hour. Even an armature bolt twister could do this!
I have used my camper a lot since putting these on my truck and will tell you these are THE MOST SECURE ANCHORS I have ever used on any of my trucks PERIOD!
You will not make a bad decision going with this product. I recommend these tie downs over any product available! I Don't normally give recommendations or endorse products. These I am truly impressed with.
Charles F.
5/24/2021
A year later and I couldnt be happier! I stand with my previous review 100
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Wade
07/01/2026
The best system one can get for worry free camping. Etrailer communication and service has been superb.
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Dot
07/15/2022
I had the mountings professionally attached to the frame. The hatches can be easily removed when not in use( and I would recommend that to keep them from being stolen). Using chains and turnbuckles, I feel very comfortable with my truck camper staying where it is.. does not rock, very solid.
It’s nice to feel secure about my camper staying firmly attached.
It was worth the investment.
It’s nice to feel secure about my camper staying firmly attached.
It was worth the investment.
Dot
7/16/2023
A year later, I just got back from camping trip. I love the easy set up of these hitches. I’m a 65 year old woman, and I can put these mounts on my truck in less than five minutes. Then, another 10 or 15 to put the chains and turn buckles on, make them tight. I usually drive about 5 miles maybe 10, go get gas, and give all the chains a shake to make sure they’re still tight. If not, spin the turnbuckles a time or Two. And off, I go. I am extremely happy with this investment. Of all the things I bought after buying the camper, this has brought me the most security and feeling of safety. Good luck, happy camping whatever you decide.
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Terry
08/24/2026
2018
Ram
3500
Good fit and the video instructions make installation so much better.
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JD
10/19/2026
dodge
Ram Pickup
Everything arrived without damage and all parts/pieces were there. It fit my 2024 RAM 3500 perfectly. I will note that installing the bolts was a challenge as it would take a small hand to fit in place. I ended up using a magnetic retrieval tool to place them. Also on the fuel tank side it was a very close fit. I did do all the work on the ground and breaking the rear spring shackle bolts loose took a 24" bar and a floor jack on the passenger side. On the driver side I had to use a section of pipe on the ratchet. But overall they were installed in about 2.5 hours. Picked up our new us truck camper last weekend and it was easy to secure and little to no movement during travel.
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Scott
11/30/2024
The parts fit as they should and work as designed. The main challenge for installing is in the loosening of the leaf spring bolts. With out an impact wrench or access to a touch and a long breaker bar it would be next to impossible for an average person to install.
Scott
12/1/2025
It was an easy install, and they have worked with out flaw. I would recommend torque lift products to anyone installing a pick up camper. 2018 F 250 short bed crew cab.
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Sheila
08/05/2026
Everything was as expected it came with all the hardware to complete the project. Naomi was wonderful on the phone helping to ensure the correct parts were ordered.
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Reed
04/11/2023
2013
Ford
F-150
The units appeared to be well made and were nicely painted. I installed them on my F150. The tools and hardware supplied were of good quality and installation was straight forward. Two people would have been great, but I was able to install both sides in a little less than an hour. The holes all line up very well. I like these better than the previous units I had on my 2013, as they do not stick out as far - so less noticeable. The extension arms come out at a very nice angle just under the body. I find these units with quality I expected and I think they will be highly functional in attaching my camper.
Reed
4/12/2024
This is a very superior product. It was easy to install and is very functional and looks great. I highly recommend this product. Very well made and designed.
Jesse M.
5/10/2024
@Reed Glad To hear you are still happy with your TorkLift Camper Tie Downs # TLF2018. Thanks for sharing.
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Jacquelyne
04/24/2026
2026
Chevrolet
Silverado 2500
Well, we called you today to inform you that one of the three packages didn't arrive via UPS. You said it showed delivered so basically we go pound dirt. A package was delivered here that did not belong to us. I literally had to get in my vehicle and track down the UPS truck. Low and behold he still had my 3rd box on his truck. That is obviously not your fault but the final response from you was very disappointing. We spend thousands with etrailer
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05 Dodge driver
05/14/2026
2005
Dodge
Ram Pickup
As expected from TorkLift, good product, heavy duty, fast shipping.
by:
Louis
08/03/2023
Perfect fit for it's function every time. This was my second order and the instructions were clear and concise. Very solid build from the get go and no need to retorque.
I definitely recommend this company.
Even their customer service was outstanding.
Congratulations for your reliability.
From Quebec City Canada
I definitely recommend this company.
Even their customer service was outstanding.
Congratulations for your reliability.
From Quebec City Canada
Louis
8/4/2024
Couldnt ask for anything better. I am using them on a regular basis. When not in use I remove, clean and store them in my garage. No rust issues and the brackets attached to the truck are just as solid as when I first torqued them to the trucks frame. I definitely recommend them to anyone looking for proper camper tie-downs. PS: Their customer service, as always, I outstanding!
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David c
03/01/2026
Great product. Fit just fine, no drilling or difficulty. Great customer service. I will purchase from E-Trailer again when in need of.... David C. Pennsylvania
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eric
11/06/2021
4 stars, just cause of the written instructions. Could be clearer.
Product Review: F2016, 2012 Ford F250 extended cab 8' bed
I really like the Torklift front tiedowns. I didn't feel I had the skill to fab the front tiedowns. The rear however, are rather simple. 2 1/2" 1/4" wall square pipe slips inside the factory hitch receiver. I used 27" lengths. The factory Ford hitch receiver curves towards the rear axle. Drilled and tapped thru receiver and pipe to hold it. Happy with the quick service from etrailer.com!
Product Review: F2016, 2012 Ford F250 extended cab 8' bed
I really like the Torklift front tiedowns. I didn't feel I had the skill to fab the front tiedowns. The rear however, are rather simple. 2 1/2" 1/4" wall square pipe slips inside the factory hitch receiver. I used 27" lengths. The factory Ford hitch receiver curves towards the rear axle. Drilled and tapped thru receiver and pipe to hold it. Happy with the quick service from etrailer.com!
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- Recommended Camper Tie-Downs For A 2005 Ford F-150 Hi Jim, For a 2005 Ford F-150 you would need the TorkLift Camper Tie-Downs - Front # TLF2004 and Rear # TLF3003. To complete the setup and secure the camper to the tie-downs you can use the TorkLift Locking FastGun Turnbuckles # TLS9522-2-LK
view full answer... - TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front for 2004 F-150 8' Bed We do have the HappiJac Truck-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs, # LC182860 that are a confirmed fit for the 2004 Ford F-150. However, the TorkLift Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Front, # TLF2004, is a confirmed fit only for the 6-1/2' bed due to the location suspension. The custom fit tie down for the 8' bed of models from this generation of F-150's is longer produced. Exactly what modifications would need to be made, if even possible, was not identified. Suspension location relative...
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Brooke M.
12/26/2024
Thats awesome, Spencer! Thanks for the pics! Were you able to get out a lot this summer?