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Anybody watching this: --- Be very cautious about the water storage tank in very back of the trailer. That's a BAD and DANGEROUS idea. Too much weight at the rear -- 800 pounds swinging left and right during quick maneuvers can get you killed. If you are planning on building a trailer --> design your water tank and holding tanks as low and as close to the axles as possible.
@@TroyWical0 What do you think the batteries weigh? The man seems to have thought this through a fair bit. I would wager it is not as bad as it looks. I would have used a low top rectangular baffled box design but then again his is built.
@@charleswidmore5458 Those are lithium batteries so probably not more than 150 lbs of dead weight. Compare that to almost 1100 lbs of live weight. I won't go as far as to say it's dangerous but it is definitely not optimal. I agree with having a lower profile rectagular tank, maybe even two (or more) baffled tanks that reduce the free surface effect of sloshing water.
Having water around the electronics isn't the best idea either, boxed off in the centre with an opening door to be able to fill the tank would be a better option.
I love the DIY projects like this where the owner gets everything they need while not having to settle for the 1980's interior design and subpar construction the RV industry offers.
OMGoodness the RV industry is SLOW to change. I think orange/brown interiors were just recently outlawed in several states or we would still be looking at them in new rigs. Yikes!
When did those GMC MotorHomes come out? Late 60’s early 70’s? The fabric upholstery and wall paints might benefit from an update or something more neutral, but the shape and design of those are cool!
Again.....A whole load of know-it-alls, pulling it apart like the true expert's you all are. Here's a thing. Why don't YOU ALL build your own and We'll tear yours,,,, apart.?......No? ..........I don't think so.
Michael Berding Do you sometimes like to enjoy the view outside from your kitchen window? I think that what you’ve built is absolutely incredible! Thank you so much for sharing it publicly. Lots of people second guessing how and why you did things. I just want to enjoy your accomplishments with you, not critique you.
@@mitchellbarnow1709 Thank you, I appreciate that! Yes, sometimes I'll open up the kitchen windows, generally if it's cloudy or near sunset. Can be a very nice view sometimes. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
I didn't think the ladies would like it. Its too function over form... basically a man cave on wheels. But... if you've got testosterone coursing through your veins his rig looks like mobile heaven.
If security issues are ingrained in your psyche and you cannot let it go...the nomadic lifestyle may not be for you. I am in my third decade of my mobile journey and have never has a problem. I do keep a baseball bat by the door though. I choose my camp spots wisely and boon-dock exclusively. An LTVA is the way to go in the winter. October thru March. BTW...I avoid the big tent and shows like the plague., as many other "locals". When those are gone...life is good again. Also, if you stay up at Plomosa road during all the Quartzite festivities (the big ones)...you are just a quick trip over to Parker, AZ for all your needs.
Heh yeah imagine a serial killer invaded the home, you hide in the crypt just in time, but thats when the horror starts as you hear him bring back his victims. One by one, horror by horror. Eventually you figure he's going to find the crypt, so you wall off a portion hoping to fool him to fool him when he does, and luckily you do as he finds it and starts to stash corpses into the space. Trying not to breath the whole time while he's in there arraging body parts. He even grabs your leg by mistake once but decides not to move it. Well at leaste you survived.
I admire your astute planning and expertise. Your articulate presentation is the best I've encountered in TH-cam's videos. Thank you for a large amount of data so easily assimilated.
ItzAn Opinion I used to always mess that up because I thought the apostrophe indicated possession; Joe’s garage, the cat’s bowl, the van’s windows, it’s doors.
I thought the same thing but couldn't help to notice the toaster oven and microwave RIGHT NEXT TO THE SHOWER, PLUGGED IN! I know the curtain prevents water from hitting them, but that's asking for trouble.
This was one of the first videos on this kind of thing that I saw 2 years ago that really convinced me on the viability of this kind of lifestyle (for me), and it's still easily my favorite and probably my biggest inspiration for my own eventual set up. I must be at least 300 build videos deep at this point, but this is the one I always return to.
I love nearly everything about that conversion. The shower is pure genius, and the crypt would be amazing as long as I could have a fan in there. Truly awesome build. I think it's one of my favorites I've seen.
But you certainly can't sit up in bed. If you can't breath because your nose is stopped up you have to turn around and crawl out of there! Not very convenient if you ask me. And how in the hell do you have sex in there? That's pretty limited, as well. Isn't it? To say of nothing of trying to convince someone new to join him down there. I'd be like "OH, hell, NO!!!!" AS I RAN OUT THE DOOR SCREAMING, "HE WAS TRYING TO KILL ME!!!!" JUST: NO. NO. NO. AND HELL NO!!!!!!!!!
With the weight in the back, my tongue weight was 12%, as weighed by truck scales. Bumper-pull trailers are supposed to be in the 10-15% range, so I'm easily within that range.
@@michaelberding4616 I love your build, but what about contamination problems with your fresh water tank? You don't appear to have any filtration system in place for your drinking water, nor a convenient way to clean or descale the tank
@@LukusCannon I only put potable water in the tank, so contamination is never an issue. I do run the water through a secondary Brita filter, but that's mostly just because I like to have it chilled. With regards to cleaning or descaling the tank, that's not a common practice in the RV industry or community and just hasn't been an issue.
@@michaelberding4616 This is the absolute best Home on Wheels I've ever seen and this would be the only way I could do it. Wow! You need a monitor in the bedroom for security and I would need my dog but they make great security and you have enough space.
Not sure how safe that would be, sleeping in a spot that seems to have only one exit, incase of fire or some other emergency..very nice build otherwise!
@@brichusi He did have room to the right of the batteries to have an escape hatch. I'm not sure if he's skinny and strong enough to climb up to the top and over onto the couch. Hopefully those plastic containers with canned goods are stout enough to double as stairs once.
Ah, but with the water tank and the tools, there's no room to crawl out that way. Maybe over the top of the batteries, but even then he's gonna have a hard time moving tools into the bedroom and then crawling out the back.
I have seen a few of these videos and they all seem to have a common element, their battery bays are a C fire waiting to happen. To humor you guys I will list a couple that I see off first glace. 1.) Mechanical abrasive shorting potential between cells when the insulation of the main leads is a potential risk. In general you want a circuit interruption device to be as close to the battery as possible. 2.) Exposed cells/bus tie points. Any conductive material across those points can dead short that portion of the battery until it fuses open, looses connection, or destroys affected cells. Potential for class C fires, then class A, and in worse case Class D due to the lithium battery chemistry. On a good note, those cells look to be of a more stable chemistry. 3.) That circuit breaker is convenient; however, not likely rated for the DC current interruption needed with that battery in a fault. 4.) Water by electronics. Self explanatory; not necessarily a hazard, but precautions should be observed. 5.) Dual use storage and rigging for sea. This is more of a general concept, the electrical system needs to be protected if the space is going to be used for storage duty. Contents may shift during flight. 6.) This may be a bit inevitable, but there isn't easy access to the battery bay when loaded. This goes back to circuit interruption. I would install a remote battery disconnect contactor that isolates the battery at a touch of a button. 7.) Maybe I missed it but I didn't see any figure extinguishers in sight in that battery well. Just a few top level observations. Nice build.
Yes some valid points. This looks like a Blue Sea Systems circuit breaker which should be ok for 48V and 3000 Amps breaking capacity. I think if say it's a 5kW inverter then I'd add a 150A HRC fuse for peace of mind.
I like the crypt I would have taken some of that living room floor out.. I did like the size of the bedroom . you didn't overboard on the TV 😏 I would definitely put my 55in flat screen it on that wall. Just a beautiful home. I do hope in 2020 your business takes off mate. 👍
You did all the right things - large water tank, proper waste systems, deep freezer, stand up fridge, washer, dryer, toilet, shower, oh my! Very nice rig! Most women focus on decor not on support systems. Truly smart build. I especially like the light switches on one access panel, and love your shower concept. Lucky girlfriend to have a nice man like you around, so handy! Thanks for sharing - it was great fun to see your rig!
I absolutely love the sleeping crypt, I’ve dreamed of building a built in bed with sides and a round opening like a hobbit hole. I remember sleeping in my grandmothers big canopy bed with heavy red velvet drapes that she would close at night. It was so cozy and dark.
I too slept in grandparents canopy bed like a fort as a child, loved it. Remember too it kept mosquitos out and was cooler being up off floor with no ac . side benefit lots of storage underneath.
I thought the same thing all the full size furnishings... i thought the whole point to the was minimizing and mobility. That land yatch barely fits the definition of mobile and it sure as hell aint minimal. More opulent tham my house was. Lol
@@mshock9637 I see your point. I'd want something a little more mobile and small enough to go more places. This thing is a monster. I still think it's a cool build.
But me lookin how i do and all i think id get more flak over the sound proof crypt. Just a hunch but my size, tattoos and colorful language might increase the creeper factor to 11. Lol
He's user the space the way that he wants to. It's built for him, not someone else. Room to sit very comfortably, queen size bed, it's perfect. You can park the thing and drive around easily.
This thing is crazy! Can't believe all the stuff he's done. I couldn't sleep in the crypt. I can't imagine the middle of the night and I have to go to the bathroom or I hear something and have to crawl out of there.
Finally some one that built a nice rig and "gets it!" I'm tired of all these van and trailer build that people put together, where they're shitting in buckets and showering in rubbermaid containers, it's just not practical, and once the novelty of it wears off another junk rig for sale on marketplace. This rig I could actually live in. Nicely done.
Great build, very custom. All the commercial RVs are expensive trash, I regret buying mine so much I rebuilt it piece by piece, vowing never to make the same mistake twice. Now everything is where I want how I want it(commercial grade😉) and screw buying propane >Diesel heating is the most legit, almost done rebuilding mine now. Similar electricals but different setup. 48v all electric ftw😆
he spent all that money on custom window awnings just to put a cabinet over one and a coat rack over the other... He also can't seem to figure out how to reverse the hinges on his min-fridge and he's got a soundproof "crypt" for "sleeping"... yikes...
Great fort! When I was like 13 I built a fort in the woods between four evenly spaced trees that was well over 30 feet tall from the ground to the "sun deck" . It had two open floors (no walls) between enclosed floors. It had a ladder in a different spot on each floor and a knotted escape rope from the roof to the ground. It had a Colman heater, a boom box for entertainment and we even had a porta potty away from the fort. We were always trying to find a fireman's pole or build a slide for life but the township found it and torched the place one Sunday. I could see the fire from the highway on our way to church. When we finally got back there some time later it had all been picked up and aside from some burned tree trunks, you'd never know it had been there. The township posted a sign on each of the four trees "No Trespassing, Twp Property" I'm in my 60s now and I'm absolutely going back there at some point just to see if I can still find the spot and maybe a relic.
@@jbuckley2546 middle-class America 1968-69. It was my fort but I had alot of friends help build it over a summer. BTW, as an adult I worked as a project manager in an architects office and I had a hand drawn ink on card stock rendering of that club house/fort framed next to my desk. It was the first structure I drew before I built it.
Interesting story. Thanks for posting it. Kinda cruel they did that to kids. They could have at least given you all a heads up and taken the time to teach you about why it isn't allowed, such as safety concerns. And how about a pat on the back for good planning and following through with a project?
The exposed terminals made me nervous.. all it takes is one of those tools/toolboxes shifting and shorting the battery bank to start a fire. Even a layer of electrical tape would help. (I melted a battery once in the military)
BMS is for chums😅 and low temp cut off is for peasants 😏 I kid, I kid, I damaged my first set of $1600 batteries (105ah X16) that way. But in all honesty if he keeps it between 10-95% he should be ok those are huge batteries which shouldn't drift since I doubt he hits Max C rating on discharge.
Wow I love the bed idea, I have to use his idea if I build out a bus or a step van anyway happy new year stay safe stay strong stay healthy god bless and enjoy life 👨🍳🎅🥩🥓🌶🚌
I love the build except for one thing - the "crypt" is a show stopper for me. I'm not claustrophobic by any means and I was even certified at one time to work in confined spaces. I just draw the line at sleeping in a small enclosed space with only one egress. It's a great idea I might get used to it but not my cup of tea... Otherwise I could live in that rig forever. It's magnificent.
WOW super glad you put this up on the internet! I am planning a large off-grid trailer build so glad to see others build similar setups. Looking to pack as much solar as possible into the build I am planning and use Tesla battery modules, and run a mobile office and 3D printing farm out of it!
This is the best layout I have seen of ALL the build videos I have watched over the last few years! Very nicely done! Really love the crypt & shower! One question though. Do you have to drag your wet clothes from the washer by the sink through the trailer & over the couch to reach your clothes dryer?
Yikes!! ..i might need your help with our 8'x18'x7'H. extended "V"nose rig 5200# tandem axles.. ..with 'MiniSplit' AC; OnDemand WaterHeater; 2 '1800watt' induction, portable; 32" TV; 6 ²' Fridge 3way; 1800watt CeramicHeater; Convection or Propane Oven; (I am a Avid/ Retired MasterChef); GrayWater Tank (no black H²O); HomemadeComposting Toilet (with urine diversion to the "Gray" & computer-fan vented); & more... HELP! I was thinking 4 x 175w (Series & Parallel circuited) SolarPanels; 3000w MPPT Inverter/Converter 30A; 6 x 12volt AGM 100A Batteries.. Do I sound like I need help or what?!? My last "Rig" was a 17' R-pod with 2 (65# Batteries) 6volt/100amp in a 'Series' & a 100W Renogy suitcase Solar.. way under powered! Thanks for any advice! (Where to start over 🤔) BeSafe! P.s. Too bad he (Michael) is not offering 'Solar Set-up Advice'...😜
Awesome build, Michael. Really like your shower and the way you've built in the washer and the toilet with the flip ups. But the crypt? Uh uh, nope, no way lol
John Bergholm - I agreed at first but once I saw how much room he had in there I changed my mind. The only thing I could see is keeping the dust out of there.
@@danielsweeney6742 I thought that calling it a crypt was the only thing creepy about his sleeping area. Most tiny houses and van builds have a low ceiling height over the bed. From the view with the camera inside there , it looked like a large screened vent, which made it seem less crypt like. It would be tough trying to change the sheets, and make the bed. I have an ATC (Aluminum Trailer Company) trailer. Well made trailers, and they can be quite costly. Changing it to a gooseneck pull will be quite expensive, but a good idea.
@Michael Berding Are you sure you're not some modern-day new breed of Vampire that doesn't burst into flames in the sun like in the movies but needs it dark and your bed is really just a step up from the old coffin!?!? lol!!! EDIT: I have to say nice job and of course it is to what you as an individual want in its overall design, it's not for me but in it for you, you did a great job! Amongst a list of how I want mine to be indifference, it doesn't matter as this is for you but one thing no matter what for me is the more slide-outs the better, being a full-time RVér, it really opens your space up to feel like you are in more of a home, rather than a cramped RV. Just my personal opinion...otherwise, good for you man! ;)
That was pretty cool but The Crypt????? What do you do if you have a cramp and need to get up quickly????? Awesome Rig! Love the way you hid the shower in the floor and the toilet and washing machine! Wow you have all the comforts of home (which it is your home).
I like the overall design of the thing. Only major change I would have done is build a bed platform above your couch, probably something that can be raised and lowered to maximize head space in the sitting area when not sleeping. You could still soundproof the three walls, ceiling and under the bed platform, and use heavy blackout curtains to close off the sleeping area from the rest of the trailer. I just worry that the crypt would get too damp and promote mold growth, even if it has ventilation.
It's got to be awkward when he has company over and some one has to use the bathroom. Does every one file out of the camper so that one person can have toilet privacy? Must be a drag if it's raining out. What if that person has had a bad.... bowel movement? No thanks. I want a separate bathroom with ventilation! Esp in such a small space.
Truly the Best Cargo Trailer conversion I've ever seen. It's perfect. This guy should get an award for creativity, form, function, and genius ideas. 2 THUMBS UP 👍👍..
Fantastic Job! I just started my Cargo conversion, just got the foam board on walls, have 6-350 watt , 24 volt panels to go ontop, but planning to make actuator frame to be able to tilt the panels for the winter months, even though I am in Florida.. want to build it right the first time. I bought two 100 quart freezer/ fridges (12v or 24volt) for Christmas (I am impressed how fast they will freeze) tested with gallon jug and 2 liter bottle water. I want to be able to run every thing off solar like in your setup. was there any regrets or I shoulda done this instead?
Only two major changes I'd do to my rig: First, have it be a gooseneck or 5th wheel design instead of a bumper-pull. Second: install a diesel heater instead of relying on the heat pump.
I tried the actuators set up with 980 watts. Just realize it will take about 2x the actuators u think, (as they are over rated) and the build and design process will take about 2-3 weeks. Also the advantage is only about 30% which means in winter will only be an extra 200ish watts. Just really look into it before going to the trouble! Good luck with your build man!
Michael Berding , congrats on your rig. Would you mind telling us the name of the company that built it for you and possibly the cost of it (the trailer only)?
@Michael Berding, I'm still in the very initial phase of planning a conversion - possibly a trailer with the same width and height of yours, but 28 foot in lenght - and I thought it would cost me much more. Thank you.
So basically you took a one bedroom apartment with an oversized tv and rammed it into a trailer. I think this could definitely be called "Divorced, option one".
L.O.L. THIS DUDE HAS BUILD MY DREAM RV WTF LIKE WOOOOOOOOW RV DAAMMM BEST RV EVER = NOT EVEN A 2 MILLION DOLLAR RV COMES CLOSE TO THIS DESIGN , ITS CRAZY HOW COOL IT IS
well I'm calling click bait ! thumbs down..i clicked to see the 2 k solar..I'm currently specking out a 7 panel 2.1k solar system myself for my rig..if you have seen one trailer build you have seen them all..this one isn't that good either and isn't that safe..125 gallons x 8.34 (weight of water p/g) is 1,042.5 lbs..that tank should be in the front section and centered..that protection he gawked at pretty much prevents fires/explosions..he stated lithium batteries..Battle Born Batteries are lithium iron phosphate and have a very robust and very good charge controller built into every battery which makes them extremely safe in this application. because they are a drop in replacement for flooded batteries..no need for a special charger for lithium cells like he mentions..also much more safer than lithium ion..matter of fact lithium ion are down right dangerous in this application even worse in this configuration (all in series) and no mention in the Outback Power FlexMax FM60 Charge Controller manual if it is able to safely charge any lithium battery..even if it can..it can only do so if you thermo monitor every battery which is clearly not done here.. Please let me state that I AM NOT A HATER !! but people should think before posting videos of death traps like this..if one person follows this guys floor plan and electrical build now you are endangering people with YOUR ignorance and Qwest for cheap!..lets not forget only one egress (the door) to get out which is going to be a real issue because that back section where all that energy is stored should be encased in fire board and who are you kidding with that little fire extinguisher? when this thing goes that thing will be useless..i carry the spirit of the one armed man with two guns..when asked why two when you only have one arm? his reply was "I'm not gettin kilt for the lack of shootin back !" so i have two 10lb CO2 and one 4lb abc fire extinguishers.. You might ask why?..well when this thing burns and it will..to the frame..the insurance company will figure out you made a time bomb and even with full comprehensive will not pay out for anything..hopefully the only good thing that might come out of it is your not sleeping in "The Crypt"..yup you named it correctly alright..the biggest danger to a Mobil domicile is fire and this guy has done his best to make sure he dies in one..now I'm a full timer also..if you got to my channel you will see i bought a Itasca Suncruiser 37B..it was a mechanics special and I'm currently doing the repairs myself..just a lot of maintenance that wasn't done that brought the price down to what I'm sure is about what that pickup costs..go..look at what i live in for less than what this entire setup costs..look at the space,fit and finish,comfort ect ect..if this comes off as harsh or i just have a burr up my ass its because stupid crap like this is going to get insurance rates jacked for the rest of us..then insurance companies are going to get regulations in place for who can do what to Mobil domiciles..the current wait time for most Mobil domicile repairs at a RV repair shops varies from a week to months depending on where you are at and what the issue is and its getting worse as more and more folks are adopting this lifestyle..
So, tell us how you really feel. Just kidding. You brought up some points that would never occur to me. I am in the process of learning by doing on a simple static solar setup for my house. Nothing big, just a small system to run some refrigeration and a few lights. It appears from what you say about battery technology that I have a few more chapters to peruse.
@@gearhead2be i was a one man show at a municipal golf course for 3 years..besides fixing and maintaining the green equipment i maintained 43 out of an original 50 electric golf carts 36V (6X6V batteries) X 43 = 1,548 batteries inspected/maintained or replaced every week :/ plus cleaning terminals and all the other gear under the seat..so yeah i know lead/acid pretty well..but i want to go lithium..its better suited for mobil domiciles..now for a static setup it comes down to your budget,how much time you want to devote to maintenance and space..i'm not gonna rip out another tangent here but for instance The nickel-iron battery or Edison Battery lasts a very very long time if maintained..but has low charge retention and as a result of being charged often off gases a lot which means constant maintenance..on the other side of the spectrum are the lithium iron phosphate..only maintenance required is keeping the terminals clean.. both are far more expensive over lead acid (flooded) batteries..may i suggest "DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse" here on youtube..I'm just repeating what i have learned from him and a few other sources..may i suggest even further his video called "$950 "Battle Born" Battery Tear Down"..it convinced me by far that this is going to be my energy storage solution..good luck !
There's a know it all in every bunch...then they're frequently wrong. That water tank in front would add too much tongue weight and put him over the 10%. As long as it's accounted for it's fine. If you knew anything about solar you'd know those famous charge controllers are customizable in their settings. I could go on but it's getting exhausting wasting my breath.
@@mrmotofy 1st of all..a know it all i am not..do i know trailers..lets see..350,000 logged miles with spread axle flatbeds yes..besides most people know to put the heaviest part of a load over the axles..not in the back in a corner..btw i said "that tank should be in the front section and centered" not "in the front" as you stated..do i know a lot about solar? well..i will say this i know i will be spending around 12,000 dollars and i want every pennies worth..i have learned that Tesla doesn't make solar panels Panasonic does for Tesla..i learned the best and oldest solar companies are out of china..i learned there are (2) different types of solar panels- Mono- and Polycrystalline and how they are different and which is suited for what..i learned about efficiency vs watt vs dimension (bigger isn't always better) i learned what and who's panels degrade faster than others..i learned the pros and cons of running solar panels in series or parallel..i learned which way to park with flat mounted panels to get the most sun..i learned the pros and cons of 12/24/48 volt systems..i learned what energy storage solution is best for solar use..i also learned which types of charge controllers work with which types of storage solutions and the Outback Power FlexMax FM60 Charge Controller can not safely charge straight up lithium cells.. Go watch cell phone catching fire videos..that's what happens when a lithium battery is charged incorrectly..its very fast and very violent..i just realized..what rig do you have? do live full time in a mobile domicile? i looked at your channel..i don't think you do..so when its your ass in a match box with hundreds of amps hanging around..looking for a way out..maybe your words might be heeded..till then go troll somewhere else where personal safety isn't a issue..rest assured i will call out unsafe builds when i see them and this is one of them..
Everything is great except for the bed. It’s alright now but if you get a back, knee, neck, arm injury or even the runs 😳, well, good luck with that. But like I said everything else is great. Bathroom & shower is just genius.
What's the rough overall cost to build something like this? The cost of maintaining a truck heavy enough for the task is gonna be most of the overhead once it's built; especially if it's not required to sit on a rented lot most of the year. -Right? And what do you use for internet service while traveling around?
My trailer cost roughly $55,000 to build. $20k for the trailer, $35k for everything else. It never sits on a rented lot, I'm boondocking virtually 100% of the time. I use an unlimited AT&T plan for internet service.
@@michaelberding4616 Thank you for sharing that info. & I really enjoyed seeing this! Something like this is what I picture for myself sometime in the near future. It's an inspiration to see that the mobile man cave concept can be a reality! LOL & 'The Crypt' looks like it'd be very comfy in my opinion! I dig the Rig, Bro! ✌😎
WWOOWW MAN AWESOME!!! Great to see someone TRULY INNOVATING! I am VERY much like him. I have some Hawaii insite as we have a lot of asian culture here. Washer dryer all in ones are REAL. They are VERY VERY common in korrea. So you can buy one that actually works if you buy it from korrea. Also Refigerated drawers are also a thing. anyway awsome setup.
@@michaelberding4616 I had you pegged for CS. Nice setup regardless. That entertainment system is exactly what I want, and I'm happy to come across someone that really invested in their solar system to support it.
@@michaelberding4616 I'm a radio engineer -- but my skills fall apart when working with the carbohydrate foam (wood)... I like the 48V DC Plant -- I build all my comms systems on them. Curious to know more about the problems you've had with the 48V HVAC, looking at a similar setup for a (AC Primary, 48V 100AH DC Backup battery with 48V engine-driven alternator as a backup) site....
@@michaelberding4616 well i hope those lithium batteries do have balancer and fire proof, otherwise emergency exit, which was suggested in other comments really needed.
@@n3lee The 48v battery bank has been fantastic, no issues there at all. The 48v heat pump that I purchased was overpriced and the heating function on it was flakey at best. It would error out frequently for no apparent reason and it would almost always error out if the wind was blowing directly into the outside unit's fan. The company I bought it from (HotSpot Energy) was not helpful in getting the situation resolved. I think it was a beta product and I was a guinea pig. The only downside to a 48v system in an RV is getting equipment that'll work with it. Your choices are more limited. Should you choose to go with 24v, there's a lot more options.
Your rig is fantastic. Well planned out. I hope you can answer a few questions. Where do you normally eat? I assume up in the lounge area. Even though you said you planned the bathroom for you by yourself, I wonder why you did not make a separate shower and toilet unit to vent and isolate the smell. I assume you are not a fan of open light, why did you bother with windows. Resell I assume down the road Love the idea you planed for using the under section for your tanks and extras. No worry about damage or freezing. Why no generator to recharge your batteries if you decide to travel into areas of reduced sun. Do you support yourself on the road. Would enjoy seeing some of the various places you have been with your rig Look forward to seeing some of your answers. Some of your best set ups in my opinion are the elevated solar panels. Very ingenious. Your shower set up set up where you can send Grey water outside or Grey water tank. Entire back garage with water tank and solar set up. Very easy to get at and maintained. Your bed under your lounge is good for you but too much work for me. Your design so my opinion does not matter. If I was 60 years younger I would love have a rig like yours to travel around. One of the best featured self contained units I have ever seen Do you have plans to take it to Alaska and enjoy that beautiful state and check out the winter season?
I've put together a frequently-asked-questions page which answers most of your questions here: bit.ly/2TsDaEP I don't have any plans to go to Alaska in the winter, I grew up in Minnesota and have had plenty of winter wonderland for now.
That is a very impressive trailer conversion, with the crypt and loft being the coolest features. That said, a toaster oven near the shower is a bit more adventure than I would be comfortable with.
I would put a hose fitting on that valved extra output of the water tank so I can fill the tank without opening the tank. Put an RV water filter on the filler hose.
There are a ton of great ideas in this build; I especially love the washer and dryer! But TBH, I was claustrophobic from the start, with the windows all covered. The crypt? OMG! 😱😵
Very cool! First time I've seen this layout with the bed/living room combo. Really creative! I really like your shower and the fact that you have a washer and dryer. Well done!
I was wondering how you made the "crypt" look so roomy when you were in there, then I realized you were 4ft. tall when standing next to the host at the end. Eitherway you made it work for you. Good job.
A split level trailer, what a perfect layout. Efficient use of space in order to have space where you want it most. The sleeping space is ideal. I see the logic in the design. Way more comfortable than any other. If I ever decide to do that I'd start from that design adapt it. Love the way it is fully cold proof.
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I always knew Millhouse was going to grow up and do something epic.
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This guy making hot pockets while he showers, efficiency.
Washing dishes while he showers. Kramer efficiency.
When you can take a dump and flip your pancakes at the same time you’ve reached maximum level efficiency 😂
@foresty forest he lives in a van
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This “crypt” is probably bigger than most overlander’s bed set ups.
yup, i'm thinking i ordered my trailer 3 ft too short.
When he gets older and is up every 2hrs, he can sleep on the couch & change the crypt area to a black water storage tank.
FISH ON lol
That's what a pee bottle is for. :-) gotta accommodate the digs anyway you can
I started taking saw palmetto capsules and after a few weeks find I need get up only every 4 hours. A welcome improvement I must say.
Try Saw Palmetto capsules. I did and now get 4 hours before feeling the urge to wander. Thank goodness!
"The Crypt"
Aptly named.
I'm afraid there won't be any "bom-chicka-wah-wah" with the new girlfriend going on in there.
Anybody watching this:
--- Be very cautious about the water storage tank in very back of the trailer. That's a BAD and DANGEROUS idea. Too much weight at the rear -- 800 pounds swinging left and right during quick maneuvers can get you killed. If you are planning on building a trailer --> design your water tank and holding tanks as low and as close to the axles as possible.
What stood out to me the most is having it off to the side. That's a lot of weight and I would have a hard time not at least putting it dead center.
@@TroyWical0 What do you think the batteries weigh?
The man seems to have thought this through a fair bit.
I would wager it is not as bad as it looks.
I would have used a low top rectangular baffled box design but then again his is built.
@@charleswidmore5458 except when the water tank is MT
@@charleswidmore5458
Those are lithium batteries so probably not more than 150 lbs of dead weight. Compare that to almost 1100 lbs of live weight. I won't go as far as to say it's dangerous but it is definitely not optimal. I agree with having a lower profile rectagular tank, maybe even two (or more) baffled tanks that reduce the free surface effect of sloshing water.
Having water around the electronics isn't the best idea either, boxed off in the centre with an opening door to be able to fill the tank would be a better option.
I love the DIY projects like this where the owner gets everything they need while not having to settle for the 1980's interior design and subpar construction the RV industry offers.
Yeah. So he went for the 70's.
@@jbuckley2546 Haha! Especially that coffee table that needs a little TLC lol!
OMGoodness the RV industry is SLOW to change. I think orange/brown interiors were just recently outlawed in several states or we would still be looking at them in new rigs. Yikes!
When did those GMC MotorHomes come out? Late 60’s early 70’s? The fabric upholstery and wall paints might benefit from an update or something more neutral, but the shape and design of those are cool!
Again.....A whole load of know-it-alls, pulling it apart like the true expert's you all are. Here's a thing. Why don't YOU ALL build your own and We'll tear yours,,,, apart.?......No? ..........I don't think so.
" Cut me all These windows"
"Also Cover them all up from the inside, I like it dark"
Yep, I did that. Learned about myself along the way.
I'd leave it window less to stay stealthy
Michael Berding Do you sometimes like to enjoy the view outside from your kitchen window? I think that what you’ve built is absolutely incredible! Thank you so much for sharing it publicly. Lots of people second guessing how and why you did things. I just want to enjoy your accomplishments with you, not critique you.
@@mitchellbarnow1709 Thank you, I appreciate that! Yes, sometimes I'll open up the kitchen windows, generally if it's cloudy or near sunset. Can be a very nice view sometimes. I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
Everybody likes options.
Here for the solar setup. Very nice :D Love it
Hi Will! Glad you approve. :) I appreciate everything you're doing for the community -- the videos, websites, etc. Thanks!
Not my cup of tea, but genuinely a truly original design with a lot of great features.
I honestly loved it .
UNTIL
I saw the crypt.
Nope, no way, not happening.
I'm claustrophobic.
Could NEVER do it.
Hut rest of it was AWESOME.
I didn't think the ladies would like it. Its too function over form... basically a man cave on wheels.
But... if you've got testosterone coursing through your veins his rig looks like mobile heaven.
Ok. That crypt is awesome. That shower is awesome. The loft is awesome. I guess the thing is awesome. Thanks for posting Seven.
I loved how excited he got talking about his hidden fort I mean crypt.
That ending was so good. Man is set. Owns his home, starting a business in the community doing something he loves. Best wishes to him!
Except within the month from filming, he'd given up his business according to the description.
@@medes5597 .....@Tony Bearmore ..?
Seems like a few cameras with a monitor in the crypt would be a good idea.
Tom Butler
a good idea??? Hell I would call that a "must"...
ABSOLUTELY! That is what I was thinking!
And a nice little peephole where he can fit a gun barrel through.
If security issues are ingrained in your psyche and you cannot let it go...the nomadic lifestyle may not be for you. I am in my third decade of my mobile journey and have never has a problem. I do keep a baseball bat by the door though. I choose my camp spots wisely and boon-dock exclusively. An LTVA is the way to go in the winter. October thru March.
BTW...I avoid the big tent and shows like the plague., as many other "locals". When those are gone...life is good again. Also, if you stay up at Plomosa road during all the Quartzite festivities (the big ones)...you are just a quick trip over to Parker, AZ for all your needs.
@@geraldhenrickson7472 It only has to happen once. I'd rather have it and not need it then get robbed one day while im in a tiny hole I sleep in. >_>
That crypt is like a panic room for a trailer home invasion.
@@Mason-pq3kv lol
@chris s Thats a very specific scenario. I like the solution.
Heh yeah imagine a serial killer invaded the home, you hide in the crypt just in time, but thats when the horror starts as you hear him bring back his victims. One by one, horror by horror. Eventually you figure he's going to find the crypt, so you wall off a portion hoping to fool him to fool him when he does, and luckily you do as he finds it and starts to stash corpses into the space. Trying not to breath the whole time while he's in there arraging body parts. He even grabs your leg by mistake once but decides not to move it. Well at leaste you survived.
@@mikejones-vd3fg You gotta write that up into a novel or a screenplay!
Great home! I really appreciate the guys honesty when he gives you a reason for why he did everything. Very valid reasons and excellent work!
As someone who is a really light sleeper, give me a fan in the "Crypt" and and I think I'd be in heaven
Same! And a pee bottle lol
In-freaking-credible! Michael's home is pure comfort and convenience!
Dave Smith dude doesn’t even get three square
until your guests asks, "wheres your loo mate.
Note too that his license plate is Minnesota. His "four seasons" ain't fooling around.
His tow vehicle is not licensed in Minnesota.
@@mgrasmussonuvc ?.......This is exactly what I mean......Gal.
I admire your astute planning and expertise. Your articulate presentation is the best I've encountered in TH-cam's videos. Thank you for a large amount of data so easily assimilated.
I see someone has been taking advantage of their word of the day calendar :p
Yes I was also impressed with Michael's intelligent and thoughtful comments.
Sounds like a perfect place for him & that's how a home should be suited to it's owners.
"...a home should be suited to *it's* owners..."
Why did you use an *apostrophe* there when the correct spelling is just *its* ?
@@itzanopinion on occasion, one makes a typo. You may also note that there is no punctuation between "be" & "suited". Mea culpa.
ItzAn Opinion I am SO happy you pointed out the most important part of this entire discussion! Itz SO important we stay eternally vigilant!!!
ItzAn Opinion
I used to always mess that up because I thought the apostrophe indicated possession; Joe’s garage, the cat’s bowl, the van’s windows, it’s doors.
Cool trailer. Shower design is awesome.
I thought the same thing but couldn't help to notice the toaster oven and microwave RIGHT NEXT TO THE SHOWER, PLUGGED IN! I know the curtain prevents water from hitting them, but that's asking for trouble.
1000 pounds of water on the back of the trailer. Do you have it balanced on the front?
Needs rainwater collection. Weight robs MPG.
in the video he said he has the black and grey tanks in the floor up front.
This was one of the first videos on this kind of thing that I saw 2 years ago that really convinced me on the viability of this kind of lifestyle (for me), and it's still easily my favorite and probably my biggest inspiration for my own eventual set up. I must be at least 300 build videos deep at this point, but this is the one I always return to.
I love nearly everything about that conversion. The shower is pure genius, and the crypt would be amazing as long as I could have a fan in there. Truly awesome build. I think it's one of my favorites I've seen.
But you certainly can't sit up in bed. If you can't breath because your nose is stopped up you have to turn around and crawl out of there! Not very convenient if you ask me.
And how in the hell do you have sex in there?
That's pretty limited, as well. Isn't it?
To say of nothing of trying to convince someone new to join him down there.
I'd be like "OH, hell, NO!!!!" AS I RAN OUT THE DOOR SCREAMING, "HE WAS TRYING TO KILL ME!!!!"
JUST:
NO. NO. NO. AND HELL NO!!!!!!!!!
All that weight in the back, not surprised he's got a sway problem.
With the weight in the back, my tongue weight was 12%, as weighed by truck scales. Bumper-pull trailers are supposed to be in the 10-15% range, so I'm easily within that range.
@@michaelberding4616 I love your build, but what about contamination problems with your fresh water tank? You don't appear to have any filtration system in place for your drinking water, nor a convenient way to clean or descale the tank
Should mount water-tank in the center back there, to distribute weight equally between both sets of tires.
@@LukusCannon I only put potable water in the tank, so contamination is never an issue. I do run the water through a secondary Brita filter, but that's mostly just because I like to have it chilled. With regards to cleaning or descaling the tank, that's not a common practice in the RV industry or community and just hasn't been an issue.
@@michaelberding4616 This is the absolute best Home on Wheels I've ever seen and this would be the only way I could do it. Wow! You need a monitor in the bedroom for security and I would need my dog but they make great security and you have enough space.
Not sure how safe that would be, sleeping in a spot that seems to have only one exit, incase of fire or some other emergency..very nice build otherwise!
He did not tell everyone about the escape hatch in bedroom
@@brichusi He did have room to the right of the batteries to have an escape hatch. I'm not sure if he's skinny and strong enough to climb up to the top and over onto the couch. Hopefully those plastic containers with canned goods are stout enough to double as stairs once.
Ah, but with the water tank and the tools, there's no room to crawl out that way. Maybe over the top of the batteries, but even then he's gonna have a hard time moving tools into the bedroom and then crawling out the back.
I have seen a few of these videos and they all seem to have a common element, their battery bays are a C fire waiting to happen. To humor you guys I will list a couple that I see off first glace.
1.) Mechanical abrasive shorting potential between cells when the insulation of the main leads is a potential risk. In general you want a circuit interruption device to be as close to the battery as possible.
2.) Exposed cells/bus tie points. Any conductive material across those points can dead short that portion of the battery until it fuses open, looses connection, or destroys affected cells. Potential for class C fires, then class A, and in worse case Class D due to the lithium battery chemistry. On a good note, those cells look to be of a more stable chemistry.
3.) That circuit breaker is convenient; however, not likely rated for the DC current interruption needed with that battery in a fault.
4.) Water by electronics. Self explanatory; not necessarily a hazard, but precautions should be observed.
5.) Dual use storage and rigging for sea. This is more of a general concept, the electrical system needs to be protected if the space is going to be used for storage duty. Contents may shift during flight.
6.) This may be a bit inevitable, but there isn't easy access to the battery bay when loaded. This goes back to circuit interruption. I would install a remote battery disconnect contactor that isolates the battery at a touch of a button.
7.) Maybe I missed it but I didn't see any figure extinguishers in sight in that battery well.
Just a few top level observations. Nice build.
Yes some valid points. This looks like a Blue Sea Systems circuit breaker which should be ok for 48V and 3000 Amps breaking capacity. I think if say it's a 5kW inverter then I'd add a 150A HRC fuse for peace of mind.
I like the crypt I would have taken some of that living room floor out.. I did like the size of the bedroom . you didn't overboard on the TV 😏 I would definitely put my 55in flat screen it on that wall. Just a beautiful home. I do hope in 2020 your business takes off mate. 👍
You did all the right things - large water tank, proper waste systems, deep freezer, stand up fridge, washer, dryer, toilet, shower, oh my! Very nice rig! Most women focus on decor not on support systems. Truly smart build. I especially like the light switches on one access panel, and love your shower concept. Lucky girlfriend to have a nice man like you around, so handy! Thanks for sharing - it was great fun to see your rig!
I absolutely love the sleeping crypt, I’ve dreamed of building a built in bed with sides and a round opening like a hobbit hole. I remember sleeping in my grandmothers big canopy bed with heavy red velvet drapes that she would close at night. It was so cozy and dark.
I too slept in grandparents canopy bed like a fort as a child, loved it. Remember too it kept mosquitos out and was cooler being up off floor with no ac . side benefit lots of storage underneath.
There’s a lot of space but also a lot of wasted space.
I thought the same thing all the full size furnishings... i thought the whole point to the was minimizing and mobility. That land yatch barely fits the definition of mobile and it sure as hell aint minimal. More opulent tham my house was. Lol
@@mshock9637 I see your point. I'd want something a little more mobile and small enough to go more places. This thing is a monster.
I still think it's a cool build.
@@fistpunder
Not doubt brother. Its steeped in badassery for sure. Just not my speed.
But me lookin how i do and all i think id get more flak over the sound proof crypt. Just a hunch but my size, tattoos and colorful language might increase the creeper factor to 11. Lol
He's user the space the way that he wants to. It's built for him, not someone else. Room to sit very comfortably, queen size bed, it's perfect.
You can park the thing and drive around easily.
This thing is crazy! Can't believe all the stuff he's done. I couldn't sleep in the crypt. I can't imagine the middle of the night and I have to go to the bathroom or I hear something and have to crawl out of there.
Finally some one that built a nice rig and "gets it!" I'm tired of all these van and trailer build that people put together, where they're shitting in buckets and showering in rubbermaid containers, it's just not practical, and once the novelty of it wears off another junk rig for sale on marketplace. This rig I could actually live in.
Nicely done.
How is using a Rubbermaid container for a shower pan impractical? Or "shitting in a bucket" impractical?
@@K9River How is it not? Do you really want to put so much effort into shitting and showering? Don't you have other things to do?
Amando Abreu
C’mon man. How much effort does it take to shit in a bucket?
Cool thing about building custom things is that they don't give a flying rat's arse what you think. It's for them, not you.
@@ZipchesterVT 0. Getting rid of it is the effort.
Great build, very custom.
All the commercial RVs are expensive trash, I regret buying mine so much I rebuilt it piece by piece, vowing never to make the same mistake twice. Now everything is where I want how I want it(commercial grade😉) and screw buying propane >Diesel heating is the most legit, almost done rebuilding mine now. Similar electricals but different setup.
48v all electric ftw😆
Very cool rig. The crypt reminds me of a bow-berth on a boat.
Exactly except harder to access
I have been a certified RV technician for 14 years. Very ingenuitive creation. Your rig design definitely stands out. Thank you for sharing
he spent all that money on custom window awnings just to put a cabinet over one and a coat rack over the other... He also can't seem to figure out how to reverse the hinges on his min-fridge and he's got a soundproof "crypt" for "sleeping"... yikes...
Great fort! When I was like 13 I built a fort in the woods between four evenly spaced trees that was well over 30 feet tall from the ground to the "sun deck" . It had two open floors (no walls) between enclosed floors. It had a ladder in a different spot on each floor and a knotted escape rope from the roof to the ground. It had a Colman heater, a boom box for entertainment and we even had a porta potty away from the fort. We were always trying to find a fireman's pole or build a slide for life but the township found it and torched the place one Sunday. I could see the fire from the highway on our way to church. When we finally got back there some time later it had all been picked up and aside from some burned tree trunks, you'd never know it had been there. The township posted a sign on each of the four trees "No Trespassing, Twp Property" I'm in my 60s now and I'm absolutely going back there at some point just to see if I can still find the spot and maybe a relic.
'The township'? You sound like you live in 1930's Alabama.
@@jbuckley2546 middle-class America 1968-69. It was my fort but I had alot of friends help build it over a summer. BTW, as an adult I worked as a project manager in an architects office and I had a hand drawn ink on card stock rendering of that club house/fort framed next to my desk. It was the first structure I drew before I built it.
Interesting story. Thanks for posting it. Kinda cruel they did that to kids. They could have at least given you all a heads up and taken the time to teach you about why it isn't allowed, such as safety concerns. And how about a pat on the back for good planning and following through with a project?
It looks a lot smaller on the outside, but wow! Great design!
Lithium system, no balancing BMS. This is not safe if anyone was wondering.
The exposed terminals made me nervous.. all it takes is one of those tools/toolboxes shifting and shorting the battery bank to start a fire. Even a layer of electrical tape would help. (I melted a battery once in the military)
BMS is for chums😅 and low temp cut off is for peasants 😏
I kid, I kid, I damaged my first set of $1600 batteries (105ah X16) that way.
But in all honesty if he keeps it between 10-95% he should be ok those are huge batteries which shouldn't drift since I doubt he hits Max C rating on discharge.
Me: pure function...cool
Wife: creeped out
Man cave for the win!
Wow I love the bed idea, I have to use his idea if I build out a bus or a step van anyway happy new year stay safe stay strong stay healthy god bless and enjoy life 👨🍳🎅🥩🥓🌶🚌
I love the build except for one thing - the "crypt" is a show stopper for me. I'm not claustrophobic by any means and I was even certified at one time to work in confined spaces. I just draw the line at sleeping in a small enclosed space with only one egress. It's a great idea I might get used to it but not my cup of tea...
Otherwise I could live in that rig forever. It's magnificent.
I love your home, and thanks for the thorough understanding of how your rig works day to day
WOW super glad you put this up on the internet! I am planning a large off-grid trailer build so glad to see others build similar setups. Looking to pack as much solar as possible into the build I am planning and use Tesla battery modules, and run a mobile office and 3D printing farm out of it!
Omgaaaad this my new favorite rig ive watched hours an hours of ppls rigs this is hands down the coolest one ive ever seen helluva job wow
This is the best layout I have seen of ALL the build videos I have watched over the last few years! Very nicely done! Really love the crypt & shower! One question though. Do you have to drag your wet clothes from the washer by the sink through the trailer & over the couch to reach your clothes dryer?
Yikes!! ..i might need your help with our 8'x18'x7'H. extended "V"nose rig 5200# tandem axles..
..with 'MiniSplit' AC; OnDemand WaterHeater; 2 '1800watt' induction, portable; 32" TV; 6 ²' Fridge 3way; 1800watt CeramicHeater; Convection or Propane Oven;
(I am a Avid/ Retired MasterChef); GrayWater Tank (no black H²O); HomemadeComposting Toilet (with urine diversion to the "Gray" & computer-fan vented); & more...
HELP!
I was thinking 4 x 175w (Series & Parallel circuited) SolarPanels; 3000w MPPT Inverter/Converter 30A; 6 x 12volt AGM 100A Batteries..
Do I sound like I need help or what?!?
My last "Rig" was a 17' R-pod with 2 (65# Batteries) 6volt/100amp in a 'Series' & a 100W Renogy suitcase Solar.. way under powered!
Thanks for any advice!
(Where to start over 🤔)
BeSafe!
P.s. Too bad he (Michael) is not offering 'Solar Set-up Advice'...😜
Bedroom would be a heck of a Dutch Oven.
imatt65 ventilation runs 24/7, but still...
Unique use of space to say the least. The styling is too utilitarian for me. Finish it off with clean, modern styling.
I'm wondering about that sleeping space. Should we do a gps on that rig and compare it to locations where hookers have gone missing?
Hey that thought actually has merit lol
Nice cargo trailer . I bet he has $30000.00 or a little more in it.
yes would say he was on a open budget
Awesome build, Michael. Really like your shower and the way you've built in the washer and the toilet with the flip ups.
But the crypt? Uh uh, nope, no way lol
John Bergholm - I agreed at first but once I saw how much room he had in there I changed my mind. The only thing I could see is keeping the dust out of there.
@@danielsweeney6742 I thought that calling it a crypt was the only thing creepy about his sleeping area. Most tiny houses and van builds have a low ceiling height over the bed. From the view with the camera inside there , it looked like a large screened vent, which made it seem less crypt like. It would be tough trying to change the sheets, and make the bed. I have an ATC (Aluminum Trailer Company) trailer. Well made trailers, and they can be quite costly. Changing it to a gooseneck pull will be quite expensive, but a good idea.
@@danielsweeney6742 If you're referring to dust in the crypt, we keep it at bay by vacuuming every time we clean the sheets. Works out well.
@Michael Berding
Are you sure you're not some modern-day new breed of Vampire that doesn't burst into flames in the sun like in the movies but needs it dark and your bed is really just a step up from the old coffin!?!? lol!!!
EDIT: I have to say nice job and of course it is to what you as an individual want in its overall design, it's not for me but in it for you, you did a great job!
Amongst a list of how I want mine to be indifference, it doesn't matter as this is for you but one thing no matter what for me is the more slide-outs the better, being a full-time RVér, it really opens your space up to feel like you are in more of a home, rather than a cramped RV. Just my personal opinion...otherwise, good for you man! ;)
We have beds like YOURS down at the MORGUE. Very comfortable, and not one complaint !
Your good friend Vinny in good old Fla.
Hahah!
That was pretty cool but The Crypt????? What do you do if you have a cramp and need to get up quickly????? Awesome Rig! Love the way you hid the shower in the floor and the toilet and washing machine! Wow you have all the comforts of home (which it is your home).
Obsessive Over consumption...The quintessential American
I like the overall design of the thing. Only major change I would have done is build a bed platform above your couch, probably something that can be raised and lowered to maximize head space in the sitting area when not sleeping. You could still soundproof the three walls, ceiling and under the bed platform, and use heavy blackout curtains to close off the sleeping area from the rest of the trailer. I just worry that the crypt would get too damp and promote mold growth, even if it has ventilation.
-Likes things on the darker side
-Showers every couple of days
-Lives in a trailer.
My man!
Most adults get tired of blowing 2 hours every day poomphing in the bathroom.
@Mykel Hardin very true and he apparently takes less than 10 minute shower with 125 gallons lasting 15 or so showers.
It's got to be awkward when he has company over and some one has to use the bathroom. Does every one file out of the camper so that one person can have toilet privacy? Must be a drag if it's raining out. What if that person has had a bad.... bowel movement? No thanks. I want a separate bathroom with ventilation! Esp in such a small space.
Freaking AWESOME! Love the crypt!
I think a co2 alarm in the crypt would be important in case the fan system goes down. 150 cubic feet of airspace can get used up really quick.
That was the coolest place I've ever seen! Loved his home.
what if it catches fire while you are in the crypt?
Truly the Best Cargo Trailer conversion I've ever seen. It's perfect. This guy should get an award for creativity, form, function, and genius ideas. 2 THUMBS UP 👍👍..
Man that is awesome, great job dude👍 I love the crypt. Awesome job all around, great job
Fantastic Job! I just started my Cargo conversion, just got the foam board on walls, have 6-350 watt , 24 volt panels to go ontop, but planning to make actuator frame to be able to tilt the panels for the winter months, even though I am in Florida.. want to build it right the first time. I bought two 100 quart freezer/ fridges (12v or 24volt) for Christmas (I am impressed how fast they will freeze) tested with gallon jug and 2 liter bottle water. I want to be able to run every thing off solar like in your setup. was there any regrets or I shoulda done this instead?
Only two major changes I'd do to my rig: First, have it be a gooseneck or 5th wheel design instead of a bumper-pull. Second: install a diesel heater instead of relying on the heat pump.
I tried the actuators set up with 980 watts. Just realize it will take about 2x the actuators u think, (as they are over rated) and the build and design process will take about 2-3 weeks. Also the advantage is only about 30% which means in winter will only be an extra 200ish watts. Just really look into it before going to the trouble! Good luck with your build man!
Michael Berding , congrats on your rig. Would you mind telling us the name of the company that built it for you and possibly the cost of it (the trailer only)?
@@FOXMOSMAN3 The trailer was built by Aluminum Trailer Company (ATC). I had lots of custom options, so my total for the trailer came up to $20,000.
@Michael Berding, I'm still in the very initial phase of planning a conversion - possibly a trailer with the same width and height of yours, but 28 foot in lenght - and I thought it would cost me much more.
Thank you.
So basically you took a one bedroom apartment with an oversized tv and rammed it into a trailer. I think this could definitely be called "Divorced, option one".
Fantastic build-out. The raised floor is a perfect work around for a 4 season camper.
I wonder how he gets the mattress out if he wants to replace it?
I loved that rig. Not sure about the crypt having a bit of an issue with tight spaces but cool none the less.
L.O.L. THIS DUDE HAS BUILD MY DREAM RV WTF
LIKE WOOOOOOOOW RV DAAMMM
BEST RV EVER = NOT EVEN A 2 MILLION DOLLAR RV COMES CLOSE TO THIS DESIGN , ITS CRAZY HOW COOL IT IS
Its good to see somebody had a dream and actually designed and built what they needed, not just went into a store and bought a new one
This is a cool design and all, but what if you aren't 4 feet tall? His size is giving the illusion that this trailer is huge.
I've never wished so much I was a foot shorter....
well I'm calling click bait ! thumbs down..i clicked to see the 2 k solar..I'm currently specking out a 7 panel 2.1k solar system myself for my rig..if you have seen one trailer build you have seen them all..this one isn't that good either and isn't that safe..125 gallons x 8.34 (weight of water p/g) is 1,042.5 lbs..that tank should be in the front section and centered..that protection he gawked at pretty much prevents fires/explosions..he stated lithium batteries..Battle Born Batteries are lithium iron phosphate and have a very robust and very good charge controller built into every battery which makes them extremely safe in this application. because they are a drop in replacement for flooded batteries..no need for a special charger for lithium cells like he mentions..also much more safer than lithium ion..matter of fact lithium ion are down right dangerous in this application even worse in this configuration (all in series) and no mention in the Outback Power FlexMax FM60 Charge Controller manual if it is able to safely charge any lithium battery..even if it can..it can only do so if you thermo monitor every battery which is clearly not done here..
Please let me state that I AM NOT A HATER !! but people should think before posting videos of death traps like this..if one person follows this guys floor plan and electrical build now you are endangering people with YOUR ignorance and Qwest for cheap!..lets not forget only one egress (the door) to get out which is going to be a real issue because that back section where all that energy is stored should be encased in fire board and who are you kidding with that little fire extinguisher? when this thing goes that thing will be useless..i carry the spirit of the one armed man with two guns..when asked why two when you only have one arm? his reply was "I'm not gettin kilt for the lack of shootin back !" so i have two 10lb CO2 and one 4lb abc fire extinguishers..
You might ask why?..well when this thing burns and it will..to the frame..the insurance company will figure out you made a time bomb and even with full comprehensive will not pay out for anything..hopefully the only good thing that might come out of it is your not sleeping in "The Crypt"..yup you named it correctly alright..the biggest danger to a Mobil domicile is fire and this guy has done his best to make sure he dies in one..now I'm a full timer also..if you got to my channel you will see i bought a Itasca Suncruiser 37B..it was a mechanics special and I'm currently doing the repairs myself..just a lot of maintenance that wasn't done that brought the price down to what I'm sure is about what that pickup costs..go..look at what i live in for less than what this entire setup costs..look at the space,fit and finish,comfort ect ect..if this comes off as harsh or i just have a burr up my ass its because stupid crap like this is going to get insurance rates jacked for the rest of us..then insurance companies are going to get regulations in place for who can do what to Mobil domiciles..the current wait time for most Mobil domicile repairs at a RV repair shops varies from a week to months depending on where you are at and what the issue is and its getting worse as more and more folks are adopting this lifestyle..
So, tell us how you really feel. Just kidding. You brought up some points that would never occur to me. I am in the process of learning by doing on a simple static solar setup for my house. Nothing big, just a small system to run some refrigeration and a few lights. It appears from what you say about battery technology that I have a few more chapters to peruse.
@@gearhead2be i was a one man show at a municipal golf course for 3 years..besides fixing and maintaining the green equipment i maintained 43 out of an original 50 electric golf carts 36V (6X6V batteries) X 43 = 1,548 batteries inspected/maintained or replaced every week :/ plus cleaning terminals and all the other gear under the seat..so yeah i know lead/acid pretty well..but i want to go lithium..its better suited for mobil domiciles..now for a static setup it comes down to your budget,how much time you want to devote to maintenance and space..i'm not gonna rip out another tangent here but for instance The nickel-iron battery or Edison Battery lasts a very very long time if maintained..but has low charge retention and as a result of being charged often off gases a lot which means constant maintenance..on the other side of the spectrum are the lithium iron phosphate..only maintenance required is keeping the terminals clean.. both are far more expensive over lead acid (flooded) batteries..may i suggest "DIY Solar Power with Will Prowse" here on youtube..I'm just repeating what i have learned from him and a few other sources..may i suggest even further his video called "$950 "Battle Born" Battery Tear Down"..it convinced me by far that this is going to be my energy storage solution..good luck !
There's a know it all in every bunch...then they're frequently wrong. That water tank in front would add too much tongue weight and put him over the 10%. As long as it's accounted for it's fine. If you knew anything about solar you'd know those famous charge controllers are customizable in their settings. I could go on but it's getting exhausting wasting my breath.
@@mrmotofy 1st of all..a know it all i am not..do i know trailers..lets see..350,000 logged miles with spread axle flatbeds yes..besides most people know to put the heaviest part of a load over the axles..not in the back in a corner..btw i said "that tank should be in the front section and centered" not "in the front" as you stated..do i know a lot about solar? well..i will say this i know i will be spending around 12,000 dollars and i want every pennies worth..i have learned that Tesla doesn't make solar panels Panasonic does for Tesla..i learned the best and oldest solar companies are out of china..i learned there are (2) different types of solar panels- Mono- and Polycrystalline and how they are different and which is suited for what..i learned about efficiency vs watt vs dimension (bigger isn't always better) i learned what and who's panels degrade faster than others..i learned the pros and cons of running solar panels in series or parallel..i learned which way to park with flat mounted panels to get the most sun..i learned the pros and cons of 12/24/48 volt systems..i learned what energy storage solution is best for solar use..i also learned which types of charge controllers work with which types of storage solutions and the Outback Power FlexMax FM60 Charge Controller can not safely charge straight up lithium cells..
Go watch cell phone catching fire videos..that's what happens when a lithium battery is charged incorrectly..its very fast and very violent..i just realized..what rig do you have? do live full time in a mobile domicile? i looked at your channel..i don't think you do..so when its your ass in a match box with hundreds of amps hanging around..looking for a way out..maybe your words might be heeded..till then go troll somewhere else where personal safety isn't a issue..rest assured i will call out unsafe builds when i see them and this is one of them..
Gorgeous home hey that crypt well it’s man cave for sure
I think you could of done better with the lay out somethings not bad but most needs redone
Everything is great except for the bed. It’s alright now but if you get a back, knee, neck, arm injury or even the runs 😳, well, good luck with that. But like I said everything else is great.
Bathroom & shower is just genius.
If it's a temporary injury/issue, he could just sleep in the couch area. But yes, I do see your point.
What's the rough overall cost to build something like this? The cost of maintaining a truck heavy enough for the task is gonna be most of the overhead once it's built; especially if it's not required to sit on a rented lot most of the year. -Right? And what do you use for internet service while traveling around?
My trailer cost roughly $55,000 to build. $20k for the trailer, $35k for everything else. It never sits on a rented lot, I'm boondocking virtually 100% of the time. I use an unlimited AT&T plan for internet service.
@@michaelberding4616 Thank you for sharing that info. & I really enjoyed seeing this! Something like this is what I picture for myself sometime in the near future. It's an inspiration to see that the mobile man cave concept can be a reality! LOL & 'The Crypt' looks like it'd be very comfy in my opinion! I dig the Rig, Bro! ✌😎
Dude!!! This build is SICK!!! It's such a good set up for a full-time living space!! Nice job on the build, Michael!
WWOOWW MAN AWESOME!!! Great to see someone TRULY INNOVATING! I am VERY much like him. I have some Hawaii insite as we have a lot of asian culture here. Washer dryer all in ones are REAL. They are VERY VERY common in korrea. So you can buy one that actually works if you buy it from korrea. Also Refigerated drawers are also a thing. anyway awsome setup.
This guy must be like an engineer or something he does a really good job
Thanks! I've been a software engineer for many years, does that count? :)
@@michaelberding4616 I had you pegged for CS. Nice setup regardless. That entertainment system is exactly what I want, and I'm happy to come across someone that really invested in their solar system to support it.
@@michaelberding4616 I'm a radio engineer -- but my skills fall apart when working with the carbohydrate foam (wood)... I like the 48V DC Plant -- I build all my comms systems on them. Curious to know more about the problems you've had with the 48V HVAC, looking at a similar setup for a (AC Primary, 48V 100AH DC Backup battery with 48V engine-driven alternator as a backup) site....
@@michaelberding4616 well i hope those lithium batteries do have balancer and fire proof, otherwise emergency exit, which was suggested in other comments really needed.
@@n3lee The 48v battery bank has been fantastic, no issues there at all. The 48v heat pump that I purchased was overpriced and the heating function on it was flakey at best. It would error out frequently for no apparent reason and it would almost always error out if the wind was blowing directly into the outside unit's fan. The company I bought it from (HotSpot Energy) was not helpful in getting the situation resolved. I think it was a beta product and I was a guinea pig.
The only downside to a 48v system in an RV is getting equipment that'll work with it. Your choices are more limited. Should you choose to go with 24v, there's a lot more options.
Your rig is fantastic. Well planned out. I hope you can answer a few questions. Where do you normally eat? I assume up in the lounge area. Even though you said you planned the bathroom for you by yourself, I wonder why you did not make a separate shower and toilet unit to vent and isolate the smell. I assume you are not a fan of open light, why did you bother with windows. Resell I assume down the road Love the idea you planed for using the under section for your tanks and extras. No worry about damage or freezing. Why no generator to recharge your batteries if you decide to travel into areas of reduced sun. Do you support yourself on the road. Would enjoy seeing some of the various places you have been with your rig
Look forward to seeing some of your answers. Some of your best set ups in my opinion are the elevated solar panels. Very ingenious. Your shower set up set up where you can send Grey water outside or Grey water tank. Entire back garage with water tank and solar set up. Very easy to get at and maintained. Your bed under your lounge is good for you but too much work for me. Your design so my opinion does not matter. If I was 60 years younger I would love have a rig like yours to travel around. One of the best featured self contained units I have ever seen
Do you have plans to take it to Alaska and enjoy that beautiful state and check out the winter season?
I've put together a frequently-asked-questions page which answers most of your questions here: bit.ly/2TsDaEP
I don't have any plans to go to Alaska in the winter, I grew up in Minnesota and have had plenty of winter wonderland for now.
Funny that the guy that covers all his windows sleeps in a “crypt”. To each his own.
Yeah, this dude has someone tied up in the basement
The most amazing portaloo EVER!
He realized the windows are too easy to pop-out from the inside so he covered them and locked them from the outside.
Congrats my dude. You seem super proud of the thoughtfulness of the design as you should be!
That is a very impressive trailer conversion, with the crypt and loft being the coolest features. That said, a toaster oven near the shower is a bit more adventure than I would be comfortable with.
Who doesnt like warm shower toast early in the morning. Gotta live a little.
@@CCWSig
You have a sense of humor 😂😂😂
and a loo that close to "guests" !
I would put a hose fitting on that valved extra output of the water tank so I can fill the tank without opening the tank.
Put an RV water filter on the filler hose.
It seems to works as is. BTW...if water pressure is low...the tank might not fill or fill very slowly. If you wander off while filling....yikes!
this is the coolest trailer conversion I've come across
There are a ton of great ideas in this build; I especially love the washer and dryer! But TBH, I was claustrophobic from the start, with the windows all covered. The crypt? OMG! 😱😵
Love the living room setup!! Finally something that I would love to do, great job!
I want this guy designing the next Mars spacecraft!
Very cool! First time I've seen this layout with the bed/living room combo. Really creative! I really like your shower and the fact that you have a washer and dryer. Well done!
Not my thing, but a cool build nonetheless. Each one can be appreciated to reflect the individuals taste.
I was wondering how you made the "crypt" look so roomy when you were in there, then I realized you were 4ft. tall when standing next to the host at the end. Eitherway you made it work for you. Good job.
I'm actually 5'7", but Seven is rather tall and was holding the camera at an angle such that it makes me look even shorter.
Great tour and amazing how he put the things in this trailer for his enjoyment. Some great ideas if you are going to build out a rig for yourself.
There are some impressive people in this world
A split level trailer, what a perfect layout. Efficient use of space in order to have space where you want it most. The sleeping space is ideal. I see the logic in the design. Way more comfortable than any other.
If I ever decide to do that I'd start from that design adapt it. Love the way it is fully cold proof.
The Crypt is truly inspiring Me.. I too love a dark silent area to sleep and I'd never considered something like that.
Wow!!!!!!!!!! I loved it hahahahah. Washer dryer and a sleeping fort hahahahaha how cool is that!!!
I’d like to see all the links to these builds and products and not just yours.