DIY Cargo Trailer Camper Conversion - Episode 12 - Completed Conversion Walkaround - 6x12 Toy Hauler
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ก.ค. 2021
- This video is a walkaround of my completed 6x12 Cargo Trailer Conversion to a fully self contained toy hauler camper. Please see the playlist below for the previous 11 videos that detail the build step by step.
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Very well planned out. Nice job. We are fixing to build one with a older much smaller cargo. Thank you for sharing it is super nice. Ours is a 5 x 8. Do not laugh but it is all we need. I am putting a potty in it, and we are putting a shower, but it will be with a cassette toilet. Putting a two-burner stove and sink in front so we can cook if the weather is bad. I can stand up in it, my husband has to bend a bit. We have a run-away now but found when husband got ill on camping trip, we needed to be able to get in and out and it was a problem. I love the runaway camper, I had to break it down and hook to car and drive it home. It was easy. Its why we are going smaller so if I have to drive it home ever again I can. Also, we do not want the weight we only have a six cylinder. Am subbing your channel. Tell people also to know the camp sight number, and how to get there. Write it down. Peace!
Thanks. Good luck with your build!
What can I say, Dude you did big ...awesome ..THANKS FOR SHARING
Thanks!
Stand up work. Many great ideas and execution.
Thanks Dan!
Oh my goodness! That is the absolute best use of space in a 6 X 12 I have ever seen! And 100% functional for all aspects of living! EXCELLENT! I wish I could hire you to build one for me!
Wow, thank you!
This is seriously a phenomenal build. Definitely the best one I've seen so far for a cargo trailer
Thank you!
Don, the job you did on the construction side of this series was absolutely AWESOME. However, it seems that you are equally talented in the video production aspect of your channel. I enjoyed the "fades" and the text additions which made the viewing that much more enjoyable. As a licensed general contractor, I can appreciate the attention to detail that you demonstrated both in your craftsmanship with the construction of the camper, but also in the video production. Congratulations on the completion of a project well done! keep the project videos coming!
Thanks so much for the kind words..very encouraging.
Looks great. Congratulations on this build.
Thank you!
Epic! I bought a 20' new cargo trailer, have a feeling I will be using a lot of your stuff! Thanks for the hard work!
You are welcome. Best of luck with your conversion.
Already subbed... You did it right brother! That is an awesome trailer. I'm still designing my trailer build and you just made me want to change a few things I had planned. Definitely going to go back and watch your build videos. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks! Good luck with your build.
love the set up with a real efficient use of space - especially the bath
Thanks. It is a tight fit, but it works for me.
Hot Damn, Don! What a great build. Congratulations. I almost skipped to the next video when I saw the barn doors with AC vent, but when I saw that you can actually put a motorcycle in there, this quickly became one of my most favorite builds on TH-cam. So much useful stuff in such a tight little package. Masterful. Cheers.
Thanks! I appreciate the feedback. I really like how it turned out and use it alot.
One word.....WOW!!!!!. Amazing job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice! I’ll be checking out your stuff. Well done
Thank you!
Very nice build love what can be done in small spaces when planned out safe travels
Yes, it's all there. :-) Many thanks.
I like how your build came out. I like it so much. I am going to use your video to build out mine. I have a 6×10.
I can't wait to see how it comes out.
Thank you. Best wishes for your build. I sure it will be nice.
Great use of space. I really like this build. I live in a 27' toy hauler so this is very interesting to me. The kitchenette and bathroom are very cool. I LOVE your use of black diamond plate. Very practical, and looks so sleek. So glad I caught this episode. Thanks for the tour.
Thank you for the feedback. I really appreciate that.
Outstanding job and well thought out.
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback.
Nice build. Looks like lots of work.
Lol.. it was. Worth it in any case.
Really love your build, set up and all the ideas you came up with Don...dynamic job!! ✨
Thank you very much.
Thank you so much!
i've only just started the video but have stopped it to rewatch parts already! lol it's soo prety... i know i'm going to love the inside :)
Thanks Brenda. Glad you like it. I am out traveling in the desert southwest in it now. Working out great!
Nice! Working on my shower trailer build now.
Super build we took a different approach to accomplish the same purposes. Some great ideas on your build especially the AC 73s to you my friend.
Thank you!
Dam I would love to live in this.my father passed away so probate forcing me out.i bought a toyota sienna but now I'm thinking the sienna plus a cargo trailer would be ideal.you did a great build.very sweet.and I doubt that roof will ever leak ..nice job
I had to subscribe. What an awesome build! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Thank you! Much appreciated.
Just seeing your stuff now. Nice build, you packed a lot of stuff in well in 12 ft.
Many thanks.
Beautiful job. You put a lot of stuff in that thing.
Thanks.. Yes.. it is packed.
Awesome build brother you are now self sufficient 😳and so much storage just subscribed 🇺🇸🦅🇺🇸
Thanks Drew! I really appreciate that.
Amazing build
Thank you.
Very nice setup.
Thank you!
awesome awesome looking forward to your updates
Thanks!
Nice job Don! I mean really nice. I haven't watched the entire build series yet, but you had better believe I will. Love the kitchen/bath set up. Your skills are showing, again. We're all good here, just been a crazy year. Trying to make Sturgis July 9th--15 we'll see. I get back to you soon.
McDave
Thanks McDave. So good to hear from you and that you are well. I'll be in Nebraska during Sturgis, but won't be making it up there.
Very Very nice..... Love it......
Great job. You do have some skills:-)
Thanks Mike!
Nice 690 I just got a 701 and been trying to figure out a cargo trailer build
Thanks. Just rode that 690 over 5,300 miles coast to coast on the Trans America Trail (TAT). It is a great bike.
Impressive!
Thanks!
Nice build! I’m currently working on a fiberglass enclosed chariot motorcycle trailer. I’m curious what you used to bring your coax into the trailer. I’ll go check out your other build videos to see if you mention it. I’m looking forward too field day in my little trailer(mobile Ham Shack)
I like your well thought out build. Seeing all of my Dad's ham equipment he carried on our trips made me really like the one radio. Where is the antenna?
Hi Jeanie. Thanks. The VHF/UHF antenna is on the roof in front of the wifi booster antenna. I also have a portable Vertical Antenna I use with the HF Radio I also carry.
Nice job. I wish would have shown how the moisture from ac is getting to the ground
Thanks Dale. On that AC, I connected a 3/8 inch vinyl hose to the drain and run it down the inside of the cabinet and through to floor. It is hard to see in the video.
Nice build and videos sir. I realize when you are a DIY'er, that cost and savings aren't always the underlying reasons for a build, but have you estimated your cost for this build outside of your labor?
I kept track of costs. It was roughly $11k. I don't know what to compare that to since it I unique... but like you said, it was not so much about saving money (although I am sure I saved alot) as it was about getting exactly what I want.
Very nice! interested to see how you did your shower!
Thanks. Watch Episode 12.. finished build.
Don'sDoItYourself just watched this one. Thought you were going to do one with detail on frp shower?
Great job and thanks for posting. Is the folding bath door a Lowes / Box store folding door you cut down or something else?
I bought the folding door of Amazon. I did have to cut down the length for it to work in the trailer.
Glad you added pictures with the bike in. Im going to use some these ideas on my trailer build. How do you like that awning?
Glad I could give you some ideas. I do like the awning. It has worked out very well for me.
What external air vents did you use? Or do you have a link from where you bought them? Thanks
How much cost you to built this? It’s awesome I want to do something like this 👍🏼👍🏼
Awesome build!! Did you do an axle flip to gain that clearance?
The axle is a 5,200lb straight axle. Standard is a drop axle which is lower. I do plan to flip (underslung) the straight axle to get about 3.5 more inches. When the stock tires wear out, I am getting some all terrain tires with the lift.
Pretty rad. I'll let the KTM stuff slide (ha, ha).
Thanks!
Looks amazing, when you get a chance can you provide total weight for the build?
Thanks. I am getting the trailer weighed tomorrow. I will post back here later with the trailer weight. It has a 5,200 lb axle and same GVWR on its sticker but I don't expect to be near that fully loaded. Trailer was 1,850 lb as I bought it.
I just got it weighed today. It is 3,680 lbs with a 280lb motorcycle and 21 gallons of water and all my stuff (food, clothes, etc.) .
What did you use for the wifi booster ( NOT cell ) - and how well does it work? :)
I am using the “Alfa Tube-UNA Atheros USB Wi-Fi adapter long range booster for PC or Camp Pro” into an “ALFA R36A Portable Wireless 802.11n WiFi USB Router. They total less than $100.
The setup works great for me. I can be in an area and pickup Wi-Fi in about a block or two radius. Good for Walmart parking lots, near a Starbucks, or any other place with a public Wi-Fi.
DON, AWESOME CHANNEL, ENJOYED THE BUILD. WHAT WOULD YOU SAY THE TOTAL COST OF THE TRAILER WAS, IF YOU ADDED THE LABOR AND TIME.
Hi.. it was about $11,000 including the solar power components and etc.. no.. that does not include any labor..
Nice job! 73 de WK4T
Thanks a lot!
Hey don you don’t have any sort of floor plan for this do you somewhere? Mainly the front with the kitchenette and the shower
No, I don't have anything drawn up. Had an idea and just built it up based on shower pan width and the angle needed to get shower opening to 32 inches. Then I worked with the counter space to fit the sink and fridge appropriately. After that, just built everything to fit.
The privacy door is good so the dog doesn't sit and stare at you when your laying a deuce! Dogs do that!
SO True!
Excellent job! Did you install your roll out awning yourself and if you did, was it difficult?
Thanks. I did install the awning myself. I made a video of it..I think Episode 5 of the build. Check out the Playlist linked in the comment section. Good luck.
@@donsdoityourself2547 thank you sir
What's your weight on that? Awesome build
I put it on some CAT Scales at a truck stop and fully loaded with water and a motorcycle on board it weighed in at 3400 lbs.. Not sure empty, but I am assuming it is less than 3,000lbs since the motorcycle weighs about 385 lbs..
I looked through your videos and didn’t see one on propane lines from your tank to inside. Do you have a propane vid?
I did not do a video on the propane installation.. I just run the hoses from underneath the floor at point of use.
@@donsdoityourself2547 thank you, just wondering what kind of hoses, fittings, regulator.
How do you like pulling the 6x12? I am on the fence a little about a 6x10 or 6x12
No problem at all. Pulls well. Not sure if you'd notice a difference between a 6x10 or 6x12 pulling , but you will like the extra space.
@@donsdoityourself2547 you read my mind, thank you so much for your time. I think i will actually go tandem 6x12 or even 7x14 but that may be a stretch.
How do you deal with condensation draining from back of AC? Since it’s above electronics.
I have a drain tube connection than runs down though the floor.
Any ideas on how to keep the grey tank from freezing?
Yes.. I added a 60W heating pad just last week. Also can put in antifreeze... between the two... I'd think it would take some extremes.
Very Nice build. Is body 12' or tonque to tail 12' ?
The body is 12ft long. The tongue is another 3ft. 15ft tongue to tail.
@@donsdoityourself2547 Thanks. I've built 3 cargo / camp trailers from scratch, all 15' 11". In Calif, 16 ft and under is considered a "camp trailer", and registration only cost $10 for 5
Years. Over 16' is a regular yearly fee.
Nice work! Out of curiosity, do you think a Indian chief would fit in it?
I Don't know. I have a Victory Kingpin and I have not tried it yet. Will try it when I get back from this trip..I have my KTM-690R on board now.
I should mention that I did build it with the width in the back to accommodate the handlebars of the Kingpin and the wheel chocks are movable, so it should fit, I just have not tried it. O finished the build just in time to leave on this trip.
Wow, you may have mentioned it already but can you run that AC unit off your batteries?
Yes, I have 510aH of LiFePo4 (Lithium) batteries and a 1500W pure sinewave inverter. I can run it for well over 10 hours. Wanted to be able to run the AC without the generator overnight in parking lots or rest stops when I am on the road.
@@donsdoityourself2547 , good idea but I bet quite an investment.
I built the LifeP04 batteries myself from cells I ordered directly from China. They actually cost less than what Lead Acid would cost. About $900 in batteries. If you were to vut them already in form, I agree... very expensive.
You may have said previously but was there a reason you went smaller?
Todd, I went smaller so I could get into more remote places. Almost stuck several times in this woods with 7x18. It does not track directly behind the truck and I cannot turn it around when a trail dead-end. The 6x12 tracks so if the truck makes it, the trailer does, and I can do a U turn rather easy with the 6x12 and if needed, I could unhitch and drag it around and reconnect. It is a trade off, but I keep both and take the one best for the intended trip.
@@donsdoityourself2547 great info, That's the same kind of camping we've always done. Thinking of the same size for our build for the same reason. We had a truck camper and planning on a cargo conversion. F150 as well so we don't have to upgrade the truck either.
Where did you purchase the kitchen sink?
I bought it at Lowes. It is a Bar sink.
Electrical near gas or under AC is a gamble
How so with the AC and electrical? The AC is electrical?
There is no gas in the appliance stack.
@@donsdoityourself2547 just watchout the condensation drip
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Nice trailer, but putting ac unit above the electronics?..?! You can see wet wood on the right of the electronics!
Dana, you are looking at dried wood glue that pooled during the build. Also, I have a piece of vinyl flooring on the AC shelf that would contain any condensation leaks and then pass the water down the side where it would be easily detected on the floor. Rigjt now, all the condensation is properly drained from the pan through a hose that goes out through the floor.
Make that August 9-15, Duh....
McDave.. your still alive! Not sure I get the comment. I must have missed something? Hope all is well.
@@donsdoityourself2547 My previous comment said Sturgis in July, meant to say August. I'll get back to you soon.