the mrs and i did some more talking last night and she's leaning toward what Bob86ZZ4 has suggested and go with a truck that's already been converted with an aftermarket box. she's concerned about the room, or lack of room i guess i should say, by going with the factory sleeper. i guess with me, my wife, my son and 2 dogs it could get a bit short on space. so i'll probably abandon the idea of converting a sleeper. if the mrs. ain't happy....i ain't happy