This is exactly what I want to do so I can haul my motorcycle in a trailer that’s towable by my SUV when I’m not motocamping from the motorcycle. I’m retiring in Oct 2023. I could buy a truck and a toy hauler and then be stuck at work for a few more years until they’re paid off, but no way do I want to do that. I have plans! 😊 Thanks for sharing your build. I subscribed.
I live in Michigan, I have traveled all over and in the UP camping. 5 yrs ago we set up bed cots to sleep in my trailer, instead of a tent, because it rained for 2 straight days, in Manistee. We had half people thought it was a great idea, the other half shaking their heads, well that's because they was dry in their RV's. Long story short, 2nd night it rained our tent was flooded, looked like a little lake. Lol. E ended up leaving tent there,, no way undo do it unless you wanna be standing in 2ft water to undo it.. I'm glad to see more people are building them up. We have a beautiful state to explore. I love it. Happy trails!!!😉
Nice trailer build. This is a smaller variant and version of what I am acquiring items for. I have a 7x16 enclosed. No real "frills", only the practical needs and a few creature comfort items. Instead of the tie-down rings mounted to the floor, I am going with e-track on the floor and walls. I am also going with the Disc-O-Bed setup. I need three in my case. I am anticipating hauling an Argo 8x8 or two 6x6's. I see you most important feature is your hat.
Ernest, good luck with your build! I'm thinking about getting rid of the disc o bed setup as it's a bit of a pain to set up and tear down (just trying to streamline my process). May have brackets towards the ceiling that store the beds (mattress and plywood) on them that I can manually move down to other brackets on the wall where the beds will be used, if that makes sense. Going with a larger trailer is a great idea, in hindsight a 14' dual axle would be best for my setup! Thanks for watching!
That air conditioner was such a great idea, then you’re not cutting a giant hole in the side of your trailer with a big air conditioner sticking out all year long. I am going to copy that exactly.
Glad to help! So I vented the return air into the floor in the center of the v nose going out underneath the trailer. I forgot to show that part in the video. Thanks for watching!!
Cool video I appreciate the detailed breakdown of each component. Very helpful! Could you elaborate on the solar set up in a separate video, I would love to run a solar set up with a chest freezer to fridge conversion
Thanks for watching! I did a video on mounting the panels but maybe I should do one on the electrical part of the setup, thanks for the advice! Getting ready to do a deer camp with the trailer this weekend, should be up in a week or so.
I had the same bike! I trailer my vintage Hondas in this and it works great. I have threaded inserts I put in the floor for 2 harbor freight wheel chocks so I can haul 2 bikes. Thanks for stopping by!
@@bwiesman there are pros and cons to tandem and single axle. The main reason I went tandem is that they come with electric brakes. I am a believer in trailer brakes.
Great video! I love how you built it to suit your needs. Using it as a toy hauler presents special challenges and you did a great job with meeting those. We use our Jeep as a "toy" and opted to use 100 percent of the space as a camper. Thanks for posting your awesome video and loved the memories in the wall!
I dream of kitting up the Tacoma for off road use, maybe someday! I have a hard time using the vehicle that gets me to the trail and is responsible for getting home, but folks like you do it all the time! Yeah it was especially hard as the sxs takes up almost the entire space. Thanks for commenting!!
Great Build ! I have a 6x10 and 6x6 of it is fold down bed. I too have it so the sxs can drive in. I do not have a sxs but I got a get buy on the trailer and it what I wanted, so it works for me.
Great job. I have a 7x16 enclosed trailer. And been thinking about doing what you have done. Just don’t know where to start. Great Job. I’m for sure going to used your toy hauler for ideas. Thanks for posting. Greetings from Nashville Tennessee Solo
Thank you for watching and commenting! It’s definitely a fun project I’m sure you will enjoy it! Check out my new bed video if you haven’t already, a huge improvement over the cots!!
@@SamC379 For sure! Also make a layout of where everything is going to go on paper then use painters tape to mark it all out in your trailer. Be sure to plan your electrical so you can do that while insulating.
Hi Clint, they are disc-o beds I bought off Amazon, but I’m going to be getting rid of mine for something that sets up faster. I am building new beds this week and should have a video out maybe next week on them. I’m super excited as I haven’t this idea on any video yet. Watch my lessons learned video and you can see more on the current beds. I will probably sell the disc-O beds. Thanks for watching!! th-cam.com/video/6my4PMalO5g/w-d-xo.html
What paint did you use im literally going crazy trying to figure out what i do because i want a clean look and painting plywood you and see the imperfections
@@miamiexclusive8598 just a cheap white and grey I got from our local Restore store, brand was Amazon. Don’t overthink it, most of my walls are covered up by bags, photos, etc
Hey Jason, unfortunately I don’t, at that point I had no plans for a TH-cam channel lol. Maybe I can make a quick video next week I think I have a few pics. Basically made a 2”x2” triangle like frame and screwed that to the wall, than 2x4 front supports and shelving material for the counter top. Thank you for stopping by and watching, and good luck on your build!
@@treycentanni8605 for sure then!! Make sure you insulate well and also consider a roof coating that not only seals it but lowers the affect the sun has on internal temp. I have a solar panel video where I talk about that roof coating. Supposed to lower temp by 10-15 degrees. Thanks again!!
Hey bud love your build! I bought a similar trailer and I need to get some electrical in it to run a CPAP. Was curious how much the electrical setup ran you for coin.
Hi Hank, I’d say for the 3 panels, charge controller, batteries and cables you’re looking at about $900. Depending on how long you want to stay, you might be able to just buy batteries and charge them up before you leave and when you get home and skip solar altogether. Good luck on your build!!
Not really just had to cut one pole on each side down, but I took them in and had them cut and sewn properly. Getting ready to sell them actually as I made some real beds for the trailer. Thanks for watching!!
Yikes! Your sink is over your electrical . . . It's probably fine but just the *thought* of it is disconcerting. What I would really like to see is how you did a decent job of paneling the trailer. Materials and methods. Mine new 6 x 12 trailer is covered in some pretty ugly plywood with large screws that I need to hide. I'm planning on a cedar ceiling but have not decided on what to do with the walls yet. Where did you get the rubber floor and does it small bad?
Yeah, I thought of that when I put it there. I’m going to make a diverter on top just in case it leaks. The paneling are original Paneling I just sanded and painted it. As for the floor, it doesn’t smell at all. I will try to find a link as the local store went out of business. Thanks for watching!
Sounds like the weight isn’t distributed correctly in the trailer. Too much weight in the back, you want the weight over the axles or towards the front of trailer.
Lowell, thank you for the advise! I’m still learning the ropes and appreciate the kind suggestions! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!
This is exactly what I want to do so I can haul my motorcycle in a trailer that’s towable by my SUV when I’m not motocamping from the motorcycle. I’m retiring in Oct 2023. I could buy a truck and a toy hauler and then be stuck at work for a few more years until they’re paid off, but no way do I want to do that. I have plans! 😊 Thanks for sharing your build. I subscribed.
I live in Michigan, I have traveled all over and in the UP camping. 5 yrs ago we set up bed cots to sleep in my trailer, instead of a tent, because it rained for 2 straight days, in Manistee. We had half people thought it was a great idea, the other half shaking their heads, well that's because they was dry in their RV's. Long story short, 2nd night it rained our tent was flooded, looked like a little lake. Lol. E ended up leaving tent there,, no way undo do it unless you wanna be standing in 2ft water to undo it..
I'm glad to see more people are building them up. We have a beautiful state to explore. I love it.
Happy trails!!!😉
Thanks so much for sharing. I have a 6 X 12 utility trailer I want to build into a toy hauler camper. You gave me a lot of ideas.
A see a lot of great ideas in your cargo trailer conversion to use in my own future cargo trailer conversion. Thanks for sharing them!
Great build! Nice workmanship, and design, Thanks For Posting
Amazing. The only thing I would change is having a big sink, but that is just personal preference.
Great job , very practicle . nice to see someone who is not obcessed with fine cabenetry and windows.
Thanks for watching Jay! We are pretty happy with it. Just got back from a camping trip and will be posting a video of it in action. Have a good day!
So cool 😎
Nice trailer build. This is a smaller variant and version of what I am acquiring items for. I have a 7x16 enclosed. No real "frills", only the practical needs and a few creature comfort items. Instead of the tie-down rings mounted to the floor, I am going with e-track on the floor and walls. I am also going with the Disc-O-Bed setup. I need three in my case. I am anticipating hauling an Argo 8x8 or two 6x6's. I see you most important feature is your hat.
Ernest, good luck with your build! I'm thinking about getting rid of the disc o bed setup as it's a bit of a pain to set up and tear down (just trying to streamline my process). May have brackets towards the ceiling that store the beds (mattress and plywood) on them that I can manually move down to other brackets on the wall where the beds will be used, if that makes sense. Going with a larger trailer is a great idea, in hindsight a 14' dual axle would be best for my setup! Thanks for watching!
Let me know Paul where I can see your ideas. Good luck. Greetings from Nashville Tennessee
Solo
That air conditioner was such a great idea, then you’re not cutting a giant hole in the side of your trailer with a big air conditioner sticking out all year long. I am going to copy that exactly.
Glad to help! So I vented the return air into the floor in the center of the v nose going out underneath the trailer. I forgot to show that part in the video. Thanks for watching!!
I love the simplicity of your build out. It looks great! Where did you get those folding bunk beds? Love those!
Amazon. Disc-o bed xl. Thanks for watching!
Thx for the share!
Thats what i want to do!
I love this!! Great job man!
Thanks!!!
Cool video I appreciate the detailed breakdown of each component. Very helpful! Could you elaborate on the solar set up in a separate video, I would love to run a solar set up with a chest freezer to fridge conversion
Thanks for watching! I did a video on mounting the panels but maybe I should do one on the electrical part of the setup, thanks for the advice! Getting ready to do a deer camp with the trailer this weekend, should be up in a week or so.
Great video, love the details. I'm thinking of building one to haul my Honda Shadow VT750C.
I had the same bike! I trailer my vintage Hondas in this and it works great. I have threaded inserts I put in the floor for 2 harbor freight wheel chocks so I can haul 2 bikes. Thanks for stopping by!
Nice build bro. Your wiring is neater then my wiring😂😂😂👌
Thanks man! Happy Turkey Day!
Nice build, some great ideas. Good work. Ours is 6X12TA with a flat front. We spent 5 weeks traveling through 16 states in September/October.
I bet you had a blast! I wish mine was a TA, may convert it. Thanks for stopping by!
@@bwiesman there are pros and cons to tandem and single axle. The main reason I went tandem is that they come with electric brakes. I am a believer in trailer brakes.
@@Endless_Skyway_Adventures me too!!
Nice convertible build. Can haul your ATV, and stay in it on trips. I’m looking to do something like this in a couple of years.
Thanks for watching! It is a fun journey building one, I’m sure you’ll have fun with it!
Very nice inside.
Very nice
Great Video
Thanks for watching and commenting!!
Great video! I love how you built it to suit your needs. Using it as a toy hauler presents special challenges and you did a great job with meeting those. We use our Jeep as a "toy" and opted to use 100 percent of the space as a camper. Thanks for posting your awesome video and loved the memories in the wall!
I dream of kitting up the Tacoma for off road use, maybe someday! I have a hard time using the vehicle that gets me to the trail and is responsible for getting home, but folks like you do it all the time! Yeah it was especially hard as the sxs takes up almost the entire space. Thanks for commenting!!
Great Build ! I have a 6x10 and 6x6 of it is fold down bed. I too have it so the sxs can drive in. I do not have a sxs but I got a get buy on the trailer and it what I wanted, so it works for me.
Thanks for watching and commenting! Good luck with your trailer!
I love it.
Thanks for watching James!!
Great job. I have a 7x16 enclosed trailer. And been thinking about doing what you have done. Just don’t know where to start. Great Job. I’m for sure going to used your toy hauler for ideas. Thanks for posting. Greetings from Nashville Tennessee
Solo
Thank you for watching and commenting! It’s definitely a fun project I’m sure you will enjoy it! Check out my new bed video if you haven’t already, a huge improvement over the cots!!
Start by insulating
@@SamC379 For sure! Also make a layout of where everything is going to go on paper then use painters tape to mark it all out in your trailer. Be sure to plan your electrical so you can do that while insulating.
Nice conversion 👍
Thank you!
Would love more info on the beds. I want to do a collapsible trailer as well. The beds seem perfect for what I want to do.
Hi Clint, they are disc-o beds I bought off Amazon, but I’m going to be getting rid of mine for something that sets up faster. I am building new beds this week and should have a video out maybe next week on them. I’m super excited as I haven’t this idea on any video yet. Watch my lessons learned video and you can see more on the current beds. I will probably sell the disc-O beds. Thanks for watching!! th-cam.com/video/6my4PMalO5g/w-d-xo.html
What did you do for the walls ? Did you paint ?
Yeah I painted them. If I had to do it again I’d definitely pull the boards down and insulate them.
What paint did you use im literally going crazy trying to figure out what i do because i want a clean look and painting plywood you and see the imperfections
@@miamiexclusive8598 just a cheap white and grey I got from our local Restore store, brand was Amazon. Don’t overthink it, most of my walls are covered up by bags, photos, etc
Nice job!
Thank you for watching Steve!!
Very Well Done!!!
Thank you, and thanks for watching!!
Very nice set up and thanks for the video. You gave me some great ideas!
Thank you for watching!
Got a video on the cabinet V-Nose build and rubber floor? Want to steal for my own...LOL
Hey Jason, unfortunately I don’t, at that point I had no plans for a TH-cam channel lol. Maybe I can make a quick video next week I think I have a few pics. Basically made a 2”x2” triangle like frame and screwed that to the wall, than 2x4 front supports and shelving material for the counter top. Thank you for stopping by and watching, and good luck on your build!
You from Abbotsford bc?
No, Indiana, USA. Thanks for the sub and for watching!!
What was the brand and model of the fridge/freezer please?
Bougerv 34 or 42qt I can’t remember the exact size. Still working but do t use it much anymore.
Can I say perfect
Thanks so much!! Glad you like it. Thanks for the positive comment!!
Great video. How is the ac vented again I seen threw the front but is there anything else toit?
I forgot to include that in the video. I vented through the floor with flexible ductwork 5 or 6” diameter. Thanks for watching!
@@bwiesman I like the whole setup wanting to put a atv in mine and your setup is perfect I’m in Louisiana so the ac is a must lol
@@treycentanni8605 for sure then!! Make sure you insulate well and also consider a roof coating that not only seals it but lowers the affect the sun has on internal temp. I have a solar panel video where I talk about that roof coating. Supposed to lower temp by 10-15 degrees. Thanks again!!
If it works for you cool.
Works awesome for me, of course I have totally changed it since that video!
Looks like you pull the trailer with a Taco, does it really cut your gas mileage down when you pull the trailer? Thanks , great vid
Hi David, yes it’s pretty bad on gas mileage. Anywhere from 8-11mpg depending on speed and wind conditions. Thanks for watching!!
I'm on the homework phase of doing this too. But i might go 6or7x14. Pulling it with my taco. Love this video my friend. Subbed
@@AB_thingsDFW I think you’d be well served w the 7x14. Good luck on your build and thanks for watching and for the sub!!
What are you towing it with ??
Was a tacoma now Gladiator. Bags and distribution hitch for both and both get around 10mpg.
Hey bud love your build! I bought a similar trailer and I need to get some electrical in it to run a CPAP. Was curious how much the electrical setup ran you for coin.
Hi Hank, I’d say for the 3 panels, charge controller, batteries and cables you’re looking at about $900. Depending on how long you want to stay, you might be able to just buy batteries and charge them up before you leave and when you get home and skip solar altogether. Good luck on your build!!
Was it tricky modifying the Disco bunk bed cots?
Not really just had to cut one pole on each side down, but I took them in and had them cut and sewn properly. Getting ready to sell them actually as I made some real beds for the trailer. Thanks for watching!!
How long will the ac run on the batteries?
That’s the only thing I don’t run off of batteries. Thanks for watching!
Love it cool I'm tall cost of your trailer
Probably about $7000 with everything. Thanks for watching!
Excellent👍
Thanks for watching!!!
Yikes! Your sink is over your electrical . . . It's probably fine but just the *thought* of it is disconcerting. What I would really like to see is how you did a decent job of paneling the trailer. Materials and methods. Mine new 6 x 12 trailer is covered in some pretty ugly plywood with large screws that I need to hide. I'm planning on a cedar ceiling but have not decided on what to do with the walls yet. Where did you get the rubber floor and does it small bad?
Yeah, I thought of that when I put it there. I’m going to make a diverter on top just in case it leaks. The paneling are original Paneling I just sanded and painted it. As for the floor, it doesn’t smell at all. I will try to find a link as the local store went out of business. Thanks for watching!
Why does my 14' cargo trailer fish tail so bad?
Sounds like the weight isn’t distributed correctly in the trailer. Too much weight in the back, you want the weight over the axles or towards the front of trailer.
Thank you. That seems to be what everyone says.
Odd question but any way you know the weight ?
3850 at time of filming. Now it’s 5000 as I’ve added stuff and another axle w brakes and support tubes.
@@bwiesman thanks looking to do one but stay around the 3000lb with the weight of the four wheeler
@@brilanhamlett512 my sxs weighs 1400lbs wet.
Yah my atv is 800 lbs so if I go with a similar setup as in the video I think I’ll have no problem staying under 3,500 lbs
Can you tell me your interior width?
74.25”
@@bwiesman okay, thanks for your response. So actually that must be 6.5x12.
@@jimsteele7108 You’re right! Now I need to change all my titles!!!
@@bwiesman , all good. Be thankful you got that 6.5, that way you can sleep sideways
@@jimsteele7108 yeah I love the current layout. Working on a diesel heater install currently. Space is always an issue with these little trailers!
The AC needs AC run, ey?
Yeah I caught that in post but left it in there, kind of like the fan is pretty cool! Thanks for watching!
When you're doing narration, stop the background noise no music
Lowell, thank you for the advise! I’m still learning the ropes and appreciate the kind suggestions! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!
Nice video, what size truck do you use to haul it?
Had a Tacoma and now have a gladiator. Both aren’t made for towing but with bags in the rear they do ok. I get about 10mpg average.
What mount did you use for the spare tire? Nice video.
Thanks for watching! I used the one that came with the trailer, just bought bolts that would go through the ramp door.