complete DIY camper build from a ratty old popup start to finish !
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- This video is a step by step guide to building your own camper . I completely transformed my old popup camper to a nice new hard sided camper . I cover everything I think you would need to know to build your own .
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I’m a 64 year old arthritic, mobility impaired, woman. I am not now nor have I ever been builder or repairer of anything bigger than a trinket box. I loved this video. No fancy technical jargon, no fast forward through what you were doing. And you explained everything you did and why. This was an excellent teaching video.
Thanks so much glad you liked it !!
Same here except I'm late 50's. Lovely soothing calm voice to.
You could build a model one using card and match sticks or popsicle sticks. It wouldn't be too difficult for you I am sure.....
Hi me just turned 60 this year Sept 02 .lol .my brother just both my side by side ride .turning my trailer that I pulled my ride on making it in to a camper a log house like. Yes I can't wait .my brother is going to do the project for me because I have no tools he has lots .so he's going to pick up they trailer and side by side up tomorrow or Sunday. 6 feet hi I told him .nice talking to you .👍🏕🔥🌲🌻🕯
I know rite?
This is truly one of the best DIY videos that I've ever seen on TH-cam. You don't have an extravagant workshop loaded with $500k worth of expensive tools. You don't have 15 people helping you with the build. The process is shown in real time from a good angle, where viewers can get a good look at what you're doing. Absolutely perfect and the camper came out great!
Thats awesome !! thanks so much for the comment !!
Real dude. Real people.
With my experience in the Rv industry, I can honestly say this will probably outlast anything out there now. Well done!
Thats awesome !! it's nice to hear from someone on the inside of the industry . Thanks !!
This has to be one of the cleanest most thorough camper builds I've ever seen. Awesome job to you, sir!
thats so good to hear !! thanks !
I'm 44, have a spine injury so I try to guide my son who is autistic through building things I am not an expert in. Your calming way of explaining makes it easier to learn. We are slowly converting a mini bus so this was very helpful.
thats great !! I'm really happy it helped , I bet that minibus conversion is a pretty fun project .
Awesome project and some good skills to pass on!
To LIVINMONTES. Both you and your son are a GREAT TEAM. Life is just random - even if people have any disabilities, they still have things to ACHIEVE. So you need to find how to do them! I'm writing music for a video, but am Dyspractic - so I can't get the hang of any instruments, except KEYBOARDS. However, if you notice, many musicians DO play everything through a keyboard these days as a matter of course. No massive amount of instruments to drag around from place, and no big orchestra to have to find space forbon a stage either. So no- one will know my "secret" problems anyway! SORTED! And with your practical mind, you are also just the ideal Dad your capable son needs, too!
I have never built anything, I live watching videos of people who can do all these things on their own. Its amazing to watch...
Glad you enjoyed it !!
I'm a 60 year old woman and Must Admit, I watched your Entire videos on this project. I didn't slip forward or miss Anything even though I do t understand alot of how you do things. I found it So fascinating and satisfito watch! I want a camper So bad and this Custom made Camper is So Beautiful! ❤❤❤❤❤ You're such a Handy man! Impressive 🎉😊
I'm so happy you enjoyed it Thank you !!
I agree with everything you said. It was mesmerising to watch 😊😊
I’m not usually impressed by these do it yourself projects but this is a amazing job. Well done.
Thank you !!!
Wow! I didn't think I was going to watch the whole video. But, my eyes were glued the whole time. I honestly love it. You did a great job man!
Thats awesome thank you !!
Me too
Thats awesome !! thanks !!
Same!! I couldn't believe how interesting it was. Every single step had me involved because of the way the build flowed so perfectly! I really enjoyed watching this, it was so impressive!👏👏👏✌️♥️🙏
Make sure…when you aren’t using this- keep mouse traps installed! 😮 Excellent job - what a talented young man, very nice to see! thank you for sharing this with us 😊
I really think I have it pretty mouse proof but they are freaking horrible animals that destroy everything they can so probably a good plan
@@blackspruce1861 I have some bags I got at a hardware store that are like family size tea bags but with peppermint, spearmint and what all in them. I used to leave them in my last car, on a pie plate on the floor, to keep the chipmunks from infesting and eating my air system and filter. They work well, are not toxic and do not smell like mothballs. If you hate the mint it dissipates pretty fast as long as it isn't mint oiling the flooring. I thought my nice minty car was a great return on not replacing filters and having acorns vacuumed out or blown at me when the fan was turned on.
Much better than checking and changing the snap traps, decon or whatever. My cousin swears by peppermint oil spray.
@@blackspruce1861do you have any cats around ? I have to strays in my yard which have completely decimated the mice population, there's been nothing in my traps for months
I would call this a smart build because you thought things thru so you didn't waste your time. Looks like you are very knowledgeable and a perfectionist. Nice job!
Thanks ! I did put a lot of thought into and still had to change plans several times . it was quite a project
Excellent video. You made me miss my husband, he passed but he use to build just like this. Great job sir. Enjoy camping
Thank you !! sorry to hear that
Charlie is such a happy pup! 🥰 He likes to let you know when it's time for a play break.
He sure is !! and he's always ready for a play break
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That’s the only camper build I’ve ever watched all the way through. Fantastic job! I’d take that camping any day. Take care.
Awesome !!! Thanks!
Usally most people fast forward it but not you sir i loved your video😊 i liked how you went so slowly and you started from absolutely nothing and it turned out amazing you were patient with it and i absolutely loved it thanks for the video
Everyone who thinks he did fantastic
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Thanks !!! awesome to hear it sounds like I got it just right for thanks again !!
@@blackspruce1861 your welcome keep up the fantastic work
This is literally the best hard side conversion on the Internet! ThANK YOU!!!!!
Thanks !! thats pretty awesome to hear . I have more coming on this camper build soon hopefully a week or 2 .
Your daughter is gaining useful knowledge she will never forget especially since she is learning it from a pro her father. I love 💕 it when the kids are involved!! My dad did it for me I ended up building homes. Great build, great video.
🤣🤣 that’s my wife and I swear she’s only a year younger than me .I think she’ll like this comment
@@blackspruce1861yikes!!! You truly are a G, an OG as a matter of fact. If I could put a set of those black sunglasses 😎 like these on your picture I would. Fantastic looking camper btw. Can’t wait to see it finished with a fridge and everything on the punch list done. Hopefully we’ll see you and your, ahem, wife camping during the winter months!
I'm dying over here. I get the same thing all of the time.
LOL I just finished that video and it will be up in the morning at 10:45 . I might do a little winter camping in it .
lol it's like a compliment and insult all in one but you know that lol
Thank you for not making this a “4 part series”. I love seeing something come completely together in a single video. And mostly with basic hand tools! (The miter saw being the only extravagance)
no problem ! I know I lose interest if there's a lot of small episodes too.
I worked for a mobile home company back in the late 60s. (Fleetwood) Some of the large trailers uses 2x2 lumber for the side walls and 2x4 lumber in the front wall. The roof was 2x6 tapered to the edges to allow a bit of roof pitch. The trick to keeping the walls in place was a cap strip all the way around the trailer and some of the larger units used steel strapping to reinforce around windows. I think you did a great job, especially using glue and screws. The big trailers were all just nailed together by hand.
wow 2x6 roofs . thanks !!!
Great build! I'm 73 and did a much smaller 4x6 cargo conversion. metal studs made wiring a problem. All my connections were soldered and covered with heat shrink and tape. Came out with AC, 24" TV, AM/FM/CD/DVD, Solar, Inverter, roof rack and awning
Thanks !! that sounds pretty nice !!
@@blackspruce1861 Thanks, 1st time ever job was made possible by youtube vids like yours.
When the great philosopher, Dwayne Carter Jr. said "Real G's move in silence, like Lasagna"...he was indeed referring to this gentleman. Nicely crafted video my G.
Thank you !! I'll have to think on that one for a while lol
And science says seperate for both our heads! As the old saying goes! Two heads are better than one! Weather that's true or not? Happy sky's ❤
Love Lil Wayne...my grandson's named after him....Carter. 😊😅
TUNECHI!!!!
😂😂😂😂 that was a good one 😂😂
I can assure you, your trailer is built 100% better than my class C motorhome!
This is an amazing build.
Wow thanks !!! I'm really happy you enjoyed it !!
I am living outside in New York City.
I am in college rite now and I have a job.
I'm a 44 yr old dad I'm doing the best I can.
If you've ever been Then you know the winter in NYC is brutal so imagine living outdoors in those conditions.
And cops are all to happy to wake a house less person up in the middle of they're sleep too harass them.
This I believe will help me stay alive out here.
I love my country America is the greatest we help out the whole world.
But many veterans , essential workers ,single parents , widowers and divorcees are living in the street or wilderness and just barely able to keep ourselves from not dying.
I will complete school and one day see my kids.
All these videos inspire this City boy.
God bless you all may the lord protect us 🙏
I'm really glad you have enjoyed the videos . It sounds like you have the will of a true survivor , just keep focused and you can achieve anything . Thanks and may god bless and protect you as well
Nope! I’m 76 and watched with such awe!!
Thats great I'm really happy you enjoyed it !!
Two things I like about this build, is you didn't over do the windows. Second you took the time to make nice exact, straight cuts.
Thanks !!! straight cuts really help . I honestly would have liked one more window by the stove but no room
You won't miss it. I would however, think about adding a second axle. It's really pretty easy to do even now. It would help with not running into any problems with fishtailing.
I loved watching this from start to finish. The way you narrated was soothing and understandable for those of us who know nothing about building. What a beautiful and well-done build! Thank you for sharing.👌🏽
Thats awesome !!!
@blackspruce1861 do you ever cover the total cost
@@StoopidMonkeysMomma I will in the next video . I have all the receipts but haven’t added them all up yet
@blackspruce1861 thanks 😊
I just finished that video it will be up Saturday morning 10:45
I really believe anyone would be happy with your creation. You're very skilled. That was a lot of precise work. Oh and that cherry counter is beautiful. Excellent.
Thanks !! I'm really happy with that counter too !! glad you liked it !!
I really enjoyed watching you do this. I am no builder but you definitely made we want to attempt a project like this. Excellent job! Great video!
awesome !!! thanks !!
I've watched alot of homemade camper videos, and I feel you nailed it. You didn't over build where you didn't need it and you did when necessary. The Luan was more than necessary for the walls where I've seen others use 1/2". Keep up the good work brother!!
Thanks !! thats great to hear . I was really concerned about weight but also strength at the same time . I will certainly try thanks again !!
Whats the weight? No way it’s under 2k 😂 ??
Solid build, yeah seems like a tradeoff between weight and strength, which reminds me of a Japanese build i watched a whlie ago, th-cam.com/video/zvgaycb8_DQ/w-d-xo.htmlsi=loxgFiIIKxju0a0X theyve been working with wood for a long time and have some intersting design philosophies. Personally id see if could get away with no wood and just use aluminum frame with sytrofoam board for ultimate light weight. Ive seen homless shelters made out of them they put out for the homeless in the winter here in the city , they seem to insulte really well, and add some plastic sidng for more weather proofing and youre good, Id be planning to haul it using an eletric bike so id be even more weight consiouse is the reason and this could be a real light weigh solution. Thanks for the inspiration. @@blackspruce1861
The video with the weight is up now
I would have put a good coat of paint on all the exposed wood before the siding. There is always exposure you don't expect. Great project! Well documented and the narration is excellent.
Thanks !! I agree hind sight is always 20/20
but, you did put siding which is more than most so it'll last longer just because.
If they built campers like this, no one could afford them. Great job.
Thanks !! yeah they really have it down to a science for efficiency
@blackspruce1861 you are making such a thorough job - do I detect you have done this BEFORE?
A quality build for sure
This is an incredible video. Great audio, videography, explanations, craftsmanship. Well done sir. I’m highly impressed.
thank you !!! I have 2 other videos on it now on the channel now , and am currently working on some final improvements that video hope to have that video up in a few weeks.
Beautiful job man, I have been a carpenter for almost 30yrs and I enjoyed every bit of watching you build this...and now I'm currently online looking for an old pop-up or trailer to use for the same thing!😂
You did an amazing job and that will probably outlast most campers built today!! It looks beautiful and I'm sure y'all enjoy it to the fullest!!
Thanks !!! its looking like the junk popup market might get wiped out lol
be sure to do a tube and let us have a look how you get on, I love watching the different ways people have of doing the exact same thing
@@baldwelder8775me too, I’d love to see it
if you're in Texas, I have an old pop-up that needs gone! 2 old rv trailers too!
@@One4beauty Let me buy one of the rv trailers from you....Seriously!
What a great build and something to be proud of. Thanks for showing it to us.
Thank you I am really quite proud of this one it turned out better than I thought I could make it . happy to share thanks for watching !
Wow! I enjoy watching him build his camper, and he's awesome! I would love for him to help me build one for me if I had a pop up camper. Love it! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
Thanks !!! glad you enjoyed it !!
It looks like a cozy cabin! And like it could be a Manufactured travel trailer! 👏👍
Thank you !!
What a massive improvement over the old pop up camper! I think this 2.0 version will outlast most newer campers! Nice work!
Thanks !!
That popcamp was garbage! This one you built might not be ‘foldable’ but it WAY nicer!
@@chrismayer3919 it sure was thanks !!
Great job. Much better quality than a factory built camper.
Thanks !! I'm really hoping so crossing my fingers anyways
If I was you I would be as proud as Punch with what I’d achieved. And you did that while filming everything! Awesome! Australia. 👍
Thank you !! I am pretty darn proud of this one . filming really slows it down but I think its worth it . nice to contribute what I've learned
I’ve always enjoyed watching folks like you build things. This build was very impressive, and it’s one more video that adds to my knowledge of woodworking. Thanks
awesome thank you !!! and I'm just happy you liked it
This guy is living the life dude he has free time to work on his projects, has a beautiful wife to die for, is calm and peaceful, also is a master manifester! fuck yeah brother
Hey thanks a lot man !!! glad you liked it !
What a great build, your carpentry skills are crazy good.
Looking forward to seeing more progress on this rig. This is Alan, GREETINGS from Riverside in Southern California. God Bless you and your family.
Thanks Alan ! I plan to do an update video soon
I've gotta hand it to you, you did an expert job in my opinion. I have seen others that people have build and yours is very detailed. This will last a very long time and you have saved thousands of dollars compared to production models and looks just as good. Peace ✌
Thanks!! I’m really hoping it does ,and super happy about how it turned out
Thank you for the wonderful explanation, the photography, and the effort put into this video.. but I am surprised by those who watch and do not put a like. It has a million and a half views and only 34 thousand likes. What..? Support this content, it really deserves support
you're very welcome glad you enjoyed it !! I'm pretty sure theres a lot of people who it just doesn't cross there mind to give a thumbs up and thats fine. I know when I watch TH-cam on my television its a big pain to get to the thumbs up
Awesome video, my wife and I could really enjoy a camper like this. ☕️😌👍💯
Thanks ,glad you enjoyed it !!
Excellent. I got some good ideas from watching how you built this. Your camera woman did a great job also, capturing clips of every step of the way. The editing and your voice over was perfect. Thank you.
Thank you very much! I always like to hear that people liked the quality of the video too !!!
What a dynamite little build! Simply incredibly well built, I'm impressed, not only with the craftmanship of the project but with the narrative style of the video as well. Looking forward to seeing what you do next!
Thank you very much! I planing on doing an update on it soon getting a heater installed hopefully some kind of fridge , and getting the weight and cost and some finishing touches
@@blackspruce1861 Fantastic build, what was the budget on this? if you dont mind me asking
@@blackspruce1861 Great build! Curious what your final weight will be, especially compared to the original weight. Thanks for sharing your build.
Video with cost ,weight ,heater, and fridge up in the morning 10:45AM
video with weight in it is up now
This video was incredibly helpful! I have a camper that needs a new shell due to water damage. This is exactly the tutorial that I need to get me through the project!
Thats awesome !! I looked for a while for good instructions and didn't find what I was looking for I'm glad this will help !!
Thanks !!
I'm a fairly good Carpenter and you've now given me the confidence to try to do this on my own when I have enough free capital to spend but also I'm also thinking about getting an RV so now that I need see how it's built I'm pretty sure I could fix any problem I come across now I really appreciate this video it really helped
oh yeah if you're a good carpenter you can do it for sure . thats great to hear that the video helped Thanks for commenting !!
Wow ... that answered several questions I've had about a project like this one. I see a few of these mouse-ruined pop ups around, some just for the price of "hauling it away". Now I see why (besides any still working appliances) about all that's useable is the running gear/frame. Very useful info, Ryan! Thank you for taking the time to share this project :) Later, sir ... God Bless
P.S. I see your pup is as helpful in a building project as mine is! (lol)
hey thats what I wanted to hear ! I had a lot of questions and couldn't find simple answers . thats about it for sure I think my fridge still worked but the way it was vented through the wall of the popup caused water damage so I decided not to use it . oh yeah he's great to have around but as far as helpful not so much lol
Certainly looked like a lot of work but much better held together than a commercially built RV! Well done!
Thanks !! it really was quite a bit of work . I hope it holds up well
Amen.
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on that window foam just make it even with trim and then get a nice UV polyurathane clear sealant go over the seam with that because it will give you more uv protection to keep the foam from breaking down over time. Nice build, honestly way better than what Im planning
I started trimming the foam even with the edge them caulking around it . Thanks !! you might be surprised I didn't think mine would turn out anywhere as nice as it did .
I know almost nothing about woodwork. You're very clever and it is such an inventive, visually appealing and made to last camper. I am super impressed.
Thanks so much I'm glad you enjoyed it !!
Guys who can do this type of work are so skilled and intelligent! Awesome build!
Thanks !!
I would double check the load capacity on the springs/suspension. Just to make sure you're not putting way more on them than they were designed for. It may not seem like much weight, but it adds up quickly. Especially when you start loading gear, etc in it. * Since it was an older trailer to start with, those springs, bushings, etc may not have been in all that great of shape and they might possibly be Chinese springs. We see a lot of boat trailer springs break because they came from overseas and it's usually a horrific crash in the road. Which obviously you would never want to risk. Fortunately new springs and hardware aren't terribly expensive. But definitely a cool project you've done there.
I had the bearings all replaced , had new 8 ply tires put on . the springs don't look like they are in bad shape or overloaded . I may have a heavier axel and swings put on at some point though just for pice of mind . Thanks !!
That's what I was thinking, all those 4x2 s do add up, but it looks sweet
I’m surprised you didn’t waterproof the underside of the floor before you put it down. Floors rotting out is a huge issue with campers. Other than that, one of the best builds I’ve seen.
I would have if had I used non treated plywood and that might be a better way to go actually .. I explain it pretty well in this video if you want to check it out
th-cam.com/video/6zqvvafOjIk/w-d-xo.html
I think that may be the wrong link here's the right oneth-cam.com/video/6zqvvafOjIk/w-d-xo.html
Dude! I LIKE the way you work. Very methodical...
Thanks man !
You came up on my feed today. Probably because I watch a lot of tiny home and cabin builds.
I binge watched all of your videos today. I’m really impressed with your work and listening to you explain the process of your builds.
Keep up the great work and I look forward to your future videos!
Thats awesome !! I'm really happy you enjoyed them and I'll try to keep them rolling out
Wow! Just wow! Ran across this by accident and so glad I did. I’d never do this, but so enjoy watching genius at work!! Thank you!!
thats awesome I'm really happy you found it too . thanks !!
That was a great trailer build from a pop up trailer. I would try to build something like that myself. Carl Thomas
Thanks Carl , Its a fun but big project !!
Man your my hero I didn't see you use not one tool I don't own....I've been thinking about doing that very thing to an old camper frame I have . You did a fantastic job
Thats awesome !! . I'm glad this helps , I looked a lot for a video that built in a way I was familiar with and decided to wing it for the most part . Thanks !!
One of the Most Simple Efficient No-Frills Basic LAYOUT 😂 I have seen seen. ❤
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Thanks !! I'm not into frills lol
From someone (me) who worked in RV's a long time, you did an Awesome Job without having prior experience in that field. Couple of minor things that you could have done different, but no complaints here! Great Job!
thats good to know . it really is hard to find solid information on how to build one . I was fortunate the guy at the surplus store explained the roofing and siding/trim for me otherwise I probably would have screwed that up . Thanks !!
Great job. No doubt a better quality build than you would buy.
Thanks !! I really hope so but I've never bought a new one so hard for me to say
I am a truck driver who pulls flatbed. Ive delivered lots of lumber, siding, and such to various travel trailer builders. Yours appears to be a lot nicer than many of them. I've seen that they dont predrill nail/screw holes. If the 2x2 splits, I guess they figure its inside the wall.
I was very impressed with how you built this and let us know what you were doing as you went. Thank you.
Thanks !! I'm happy you liked it !!
A good tip for using the butyl putty tape, is to put the roll in the freezer overnight. The tape will still be flexible and the paper will roll off easily in one piece when you apply it.
Thanks !!! I really wish I would have know that one before this build
Another great, beautiful build! Impressive work, well thought-out, now you just need to do some traveling videos with the trailer.
Thanks !! I'm hoping to do a nice fall trip with it
I don't usually comment on videos I , I just had to tell you that I watched the whole thing! It was fascinating and would be good for anyone, whether interested in DIY or buying a camper, to know what to expect and look for. You make it look easy, but I know it is not. Thank you for posting this!
Thats awesome thanks !!! I'm really happy you enjoyed it and I won't lie it was a pretty tricky project
Bro you're a god, not only for this great build but also for the fact you were able to get your wife off her phone to help...Seriously this blew my mind, again not so much the great build but how you were able to get some help from her...My wife wouldn't piss on me if I was on fire, if she had to get off her phone...Bravo sir, bravo.
LOL !!! I'm pretty lucky my wife doesn't like to sit around and the only time its difficult to get her help is if she has to wait on me to make a decision she wants to be moving .
Love the video. I’m in the middle of a utility trailer conversion, and I took some good notes from this to help.
One word of caution for those of us in colder climates; if you use a floating floor covering that doesn’t need to be glued down, it can crack under your footsteps in severe cold.
Awesome glad you liked it !!! I didn't know that I'll have to keep it in mind . I more than likely won't use it in too cold of weather though not something I want to haul round on snowy roads if I don't have to .
Much much higher quality built than any Camper or motorhome I've ever had.
Good job
I am really hoping so !! thank you !
Great video, I like the design you used. You made me laugh at 22:32 when you got scared of the spider that climbs out from under the trim. That made my day, thanks.
Thanks !! yeah I've never been fond of spiders lol
You need to build more projects I don’t even want to build a camper but watching you explain and go into simple details I feel like I could build anything with no experience. Im now searching for old pop up campers.
thats awesome !! thanks ! honestly if you're going to build one from the frame up don't rule out old regular campers or camper frames . they are built better .
Very Beautiful Build. MUCH better built than a commercial mass produced one. I know you will enjoy it. We enjoyed watching your construction 💛
Thank you !! glad you enjoyed it !
I love the build - simple yet eloquent. You don't see those things intersect too often. You never mentioned costs to anything, I can imagine already that this wasn't too crazy but I would be curious to know about the cost and location of the supplier for the doors and windows. I might not be able to do a 'tiny house' or 'cabin build' BUT...grabbing a run down pop-up and giving it a face lift would definitely fit the budget and my constraints of not having much land to store it and/or to build on. Thanks for inspiring the creative side of my brain!
Thanks!!! I haven’t totaled up the receipts yet . I plan to put the cost ,weight and a few finishing touches in the next video.
Pretty impressive sir. This build is a sad testament to the absolute horrendous quality you see in the US RV Industry. I say that with the added note that this camper is probably the best built camper IN the US. If only RV Manufacturers took such care in their quality. Looking forward to seeing your other builds and what the weight is.
well thank you !! I've never owned a newer camper so I can't really say much about them but I definitely tried to build this as well a s I could
I've watched this video 5 times now. I am going to be homeless soon by choice with my wife and child. I showed her this video and I gave her an idea of how comfortable it can be. We are in a bad housing situation and need out till we find a new home to live in. It won't take long but having something to stay in is a main priority. We will have a home again within a month 🙌 but just saying thanks for the details. I'm a general contractor and wood worker so it's all basic stuff to me. But to see how everything was built helped me a lot in the design on mine. I got a free pop up with title from a old guy down the way that was wasted but axles were recently replaced. So I got an idea with a few personal tweaks I'll build my own. I do have a truck camper setup as well.
wow 5 times ! no problem I hope I got enough details the video , sounds like you'll build a really nice one . I hope the house hunt goes smooth and quick for you and your family
@@blackspruce1861 thank you so much. I am a carpenter so all of this is natural
wow thats ridiculous but I guess they don't have to worry about the mice
I found your channel quite by accident. I’m so pleased I did! This was so much fun to watch, and all your creative ideas are inspiring. My oldest son, who is 22, is making changes to a partial pop out and hard top camper of his own. I sent this video to him to hopefully provide some insight. Thank you for making this video!
hey I'm glad you found it too !!! I'm just happy so many people are enjoying it !!
Me too today
Get him to take some pictures, in case someday he wants to turn it into a video.
@@Cindy4004 that’s a good idea!
Great work 👍
Oh wow! This is such a fantastic camper. You did a wonderful job on it. I really enjoyed this video and the way you narrated and explained each thing you did and why. I loved it!
Thanks so much !! thats awesome !!
My husband and I did something similar like this in 1995 I bought an old pop up camper for 150 buck.. my husband and I stripped it down and then built a camper with a door folded down from the back and took the Harley out to Sturgis for the motorcycle rally. Murphy bed and everything fit perfect😊
That’s awesome!!
Dude... like me, you married up. Never forget that!
Thanks lol !!
Did this very well!! I think it looks great and im sure you will jazz it up more as time goes by! But indeed it is ready to go for a basic camping trip. Eventually you will be glamping in style in this bad boy!! I forsee a dometic cooler style frodge unit, a small basin sink w a small water pump and gravity flow drain line to a gray jug, etc. Enjoy your camping times w your doggo!!
Thanks !! I definitely want to put some kind of fridge /cooler in it , not sure there's room for a sink but maybe . yeah I'm looking forward to some trips
I really enjoyed your video because I build timber frame homes, and maybe because of UK fuel costs I'm more frugal but I would say it's all about making it light to tow and that front wall really doesn't need 2×4's, it's structural integrity is already there 😊
thanks I'm glad you enjoyed it !! yeah it probably didn't but it gives me a little piece of mind and it did make it easier to build also I was able to put outlet boxes in it.
Hard core build! I didn't know there was vinyl that didn't need be glued! Interesting!
Thanks !! yup its a thicker I think than the glue down stuff . I really don't know a lot about vinyl but it does say on the display if its no glue
My son converted his pop-up camper into a traditional shaped camper. It is painted a pretty shade of blue with trees and mountains painted on the sides . It even has an air-conditioner and a heater. The camper is perfect for their family of three. Now it only takes a very short time to set up at a site instead of more than an hour.
That sounds really cool !!
Considering you started without a design plan I think you did a magnificent job.
Thanks !!! yeah I had a bit of a plan in mind but I definitely changed a bit as I went along with the build It was hard to envision it having much room but it turned out to be pretty roomy in the end .
A great camper! I love the colors of the wood too. Thanks for letting us watch this build.
thanks !! thanks for watching !!
Thank you for telling us about forgetting the glue and window frame. This is the first video where i felt i could actually get a helper and try to build.
no problem !! thats awesome I was really aiming for that outcome without being boring
My wife and I did alot of traveling by car and plane before she got sick and couldn't do it anymore because of her heart condition. She passed away in 2018. My situation has changed I have mobile home that the space rent keep going up I have been thinking of getting read of my mobile home and buying a class b van and traveling. I still have alot of questions about gas or diesel I ran into gas station I have a 76 and now have chevron and exxon which I didn't have before only a 76 credit card. Traveling from California to Texas ran into problem in New Mexico. Because of my weight it's hard to fly need 2 seats. So no more flying for me. Watching you gave me a positive outlook I can do it.
sorry to hear about your wife . I'm no expert on gas versus diesel but diesel sure has a lot more power . I think you can do it too!
That came out really sharp. At first I thought it was too small. But you fit a lot inside and kept a clear flow to get to all areas. I really like the floating camper stove setup. There is room on the front and back so if you decide to add a bike rack, or strap down extra gear. It can be done easily. Can't wait for it to rain. You could always take a water hose to it just to test out the windows.
Thanks !! I was pretty shocked how roomy I was able to keep it too. It did rain like crazy one day it was completely dry inside
I was really impressed with the cherry wood stove-top and cabinets. I like that you also used 2x2s and lightened the load. That trailer should be real comfortable on any trip. Happy Camping ! 💕
Thanks !!! I really like cherry pretty stuff and it smells so good when your cutting or burning it
I would be interested to know what the finished van weighs,, most UK motors are less than two litres engine size so weight is a critical factor?
just saw your response . I have a video that will cover weight , cost , adding a fridge and installing a heater that will be up Saturday morning 10:45 .
You are so amazing and awesome to put that much time and energy into this wonderful build! Thanks so much for showing what hard work, elbow grease and not a ton of $$ can do!
I see that your Project Manager (Dog) did a very thorough job managing this project!
He always does , best boss ever constantly demands play breaks
Beautiful, practical build, and you are a genius! I loved this so much that I watched it TWICE! Thanks so much for sharing!
Thats awesome glad you enjoyed it so much !!!
I really enjoyed watching this rebuild. I hope you film something for your first camping trip. Also think about putting a ceiling vent/ fan that pulls in air or out.
awesome glad you enjoyed it !! I do plan to do a camping video . I don't want to put any holes through the roof though It just makes a likely spot to leak
@@blackspruce1861i'm going to do a small camper, and I agree, no roof leaks ever! That's my plan. I'm going to go get flat sheets of painted roofing metal from a manufacturer for the whole roof. Then instead of plywood, i'm going to fiber reinforce some polyfoam sprayed onto the underside of the metal for a solid supertight roofcap. I'll shave off excess, and have a roof I can stand on and last 40 years.
that sounds like a good idea !!
Another one for the watch later playlist that I shall revisit in 5-10 years from now when I finally decide to build it!
sounds like a good plan !
Fantastic Job !
I have an old rodent infested pop up camper just waiting for a new life !
Very good job !
Thanks for sharing !
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Thanks !! thats awesome !
Wow everything you did from start to finish was so amazing to watch so impressive the beautiful wood you used for cupboards and your lighting quite fantastic ❤
Thanks so much !! I almost stopped at the cupboards I'm really happy I kept going though glad you enjoyed it !!!
@@blackspruce1861 loved the wood you used you have a unique way of working with wood thanks for your video loved watching you
Thanks !! unique comes from being self taught lol . really glad you enjoyed it . another video up tomorrow 10:45 am
Thanks for sharing your project with us. You, Dave, and Brooke all have a way of "story telling" your projects which makes it easy to follow, and most importantly an easy listen.
No problem !! Thanks !
Glued, screwed, marine grade plywood, Stainless Steel screws, lots of putty, WOW! You built it like I build things. Great job.
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The only thing that made me shudder is the use of at least one plastic wire connector. I have never had a soldered and shrink wrapped connection fail, but I have replaced a lot of plastic wire connectors someone else put in.
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You did a great job on the video and the sound quality was fantastic. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks!!! Had I known they were junk and thought about soldering I would have went that way . I wish I would have
Phenomenal project. As much video production work here as the camper itself!
Thank you !!! thats pretty true it was quite a project on both ends