I’m glad your doing what makes you happy man. Watched since day 1 and has made me make positive changes in my life and how I do things. Everyone has their calling
@@nickfeness I just need a idea on how to make a bed cap Into a little pop up camper but cant think of anyway to keep it sealed and also on how to support the sides.
I bought a twin-size air mattress that I use in my Ranger when I'm out camping. That way, it's not in the way when I need to use the bed of my truck for other things. And, an air mattress packs down very small when not in use. Also, by using the air mattress, I have more headroom as apposed to having a raised bed. In the areas in front of, and behind, the wheel wells, I built fitted wooden storage boxes the same height as the wheel wells. Then, I put plywood across the top of the boxes, from front to back, so that I have one continuous flat surface that I can use. The plywood has hinged doors above the storage boxes.
Super cool, just a tip from a carpenter, to do a drop cut with a skil saw tilt the tool forward on the front of the table then use your thumb to pin the gaurd forward and then start the saw, slowly setting it into your wood
I'm gonna do this same build for my Ranger. I've seen several camper builds for these trucks but this is by far my favorite. Great video, thanks for the idea!
That looks good. You could still add two more layers of poly for better wood protection and shine and then some good wood wax and buff it real good... that way, it is completely sealed and has good protection from moisture.
I just bought my first F150 in 50 years of driving. It was a last minute buy because I go deer hunting in WV every year. Your system does not leave enough room to haul necessities. I did not realize how much more I haul with a cap on the bed. The truck I bought has one of those roll over bed covers, level with the top of the bed. I had coolers, plastic tubs, water jugs, tent and all manner of stuff jammed under there. It has a short extended cab and I had that packed to the top too. I slept in the tent and was fine, even below 30*. I started looking for a cap when I got back. There is where the REAL cost comes in. I hope I don't have tp buy new, but a cap 8"-10" above the cab is hard to find. If you do a lot of cold weather camping, try putting a piece of that foil covered foam insulation under your bag. About 3/4 thick and wrap it in plastic. A little noisy till it breaks in, but warm.
Awesome build dude! I have a similar set up in my Ranger! I have a high top tho, Highly recommended the high topper for head space👌. Get some LED strip lights for the cap roof that run off if usb and a dual port battery pack to run them. It will last forever!! And little usb fans are great too. Walmart has a few for summer time. Also recommend doing reflex insulation on the cap or carpet it. Cuz when you use heat, condensation will build up on the shelf where the cap meets the bed. And it also helps with keeping warm. Happy camping!! FFR life!
Excellent build. I just got rid of my 26 footer and going back to tenting. Might do this for my truck but I use it a lot for hauling. I may do it with an enclosed trailer. Th only thing I’d add is a filler to make room for a second sleeper. I take the bride along sometimes. Good job. Enjoy.
I'm a older carpenter and my opinion is that you did a great job. Functional doesn't need to be thousands. Or low quality. Good work. I'll bet you could have ripped your 2x4s in half too.
Throw some carpet on that fiberglass topper inside to help with the moisture in the cold and it might help insulate it a little. I have a fiberglass topper on my 07 Dakota and it doesn’t have side windows and I’m going to buy some of the truck bed carpet or trunk carpet material like what comes on pre-carpeted toppers
Between Mav and CrazyQuady, you can pick up a ton of little neat ideas for truck bed setups. CrazyQuady’s has more convenient, ideal little creative ideas here and there that add up to make it a great setup while Mav’s has the nice battery setup and pull out drawers and all. I personally like CrazyQuady’s setup, but I like Mav’s content better but not by much. They’re both pretty equally good Channels.
This past Monday, I just bought me a 2005 Ford Ranger 4x4 Supercab with a camper shell on it already. And now I find this video! Perfect! Now to see if I can afford the lumber...
Add a strip of wood running down your bed and one on the other side of the gap and cut some 3/4 ply to cover the gap. When not in use slip it under your bed pad. It works great for if you have company with you. Portable buddy heater will heat that good too. I use one in my off road camper. Nice build man.
Thank you for the video ...much appreciated! May I kindly suggest no music in background of future vids... everday working sound is fine. You did a great job on the build - like the magnets, pull out drawer, lift up door in bed. Awesome.
I think you're a better woodworker than you give yourself credit for. Whipping our a zillion tools and knocking that out in 12 hrs. Thanks for the inspiration! There are things I'd add (heater, fans, cooking, electricity, lights, simple toilet that stows away [you may be very grateful one day for it], water, insulation, sealing tailgate and where truck meets topper, heating, sink, some form of decoration, co2 detector, fire extinguisher, first aid and trauma kit, food, snow pants, warm jacket, cotton sheet for summer, blackout window covers, lantern...maybe even roof fan...didnt catch if truck has backseats for more storage and even as back-up place to sleep...hammock, awning, fold-up chairs and table for outside...roof storage or rack if needed) but my guess is over time you've added to this already. An idea I've seen is make it so a board can prop up on sonething in center to make bed for 2 if ever want that or if even you alone want more space.
That's a great setup! I dig it. I would love to have something similar in my truck. But I've never done anything this complicated with wood just yet. Right now I've got a really simple system in my 07 Tacoma; I just have two 2x6's running across from bedside to bedside, with a thick plywood sheet cut to size on top. It's not glamorous but it works great for my fiancée and our dog. Only thing I don't love is having to use thin pull-out containers to store gear underneath. But it's really a pretty great & simple system. Just wanted to mention it in case anyone else here happens to have a Tacoma or any truck with similar slots in the bedsides to support lumber across.
I just bought my first Ranger yesterday, it’s a 2008 Sport edition 5 speed, only 2wd but I’m not looking to send it in mud or anything so I should be fine. But I like your video a lot! Inspired me to make the back of my truck similar. I watch @mav a lot and you remind me of him in a sense. Subscribed dude good luck in your journey!
Throw a little propane heater up on that shelf when it gets cold and your set for colder temps while out boon docking . good build thanks for the tips .... Have fun !!
Awesome build I have a 95 that I have been thinking about building what are the measurements like how wide is ur sleeping platform an ur countertop looks like you have good floor space also.
I think there could be a business out there that can make these inserts. I know truck beds are all different but there must be a way to make universal set ups for people that dont have the tools or space to work and just go out and buy a finished bed and cabinet set up that you can just throw in the back and be done. I think I would buy one. Nice job
Thinking of doing the same thing with my ranger, I did a little camping in it already and refletix tape on the windows helped with temperature and carpet on the ceiling helped with that also and condensation
Best use so far of a Pickup truck conversion. Still plenty of storage space, and a horizontal surface to get things done ( cooking, a laptop ) Also being able to sit straight means you can actually live the thing and not only sleep. May l suggest making a overnighting video with the truck?
I would make the platform height the same both sides, that way you could fill in the "hallway" area and make one big special bed if you have a special guest:) And I'm also thinking this is pre Covid prices, ouch.
I like it. I'm currently looking towards getting a shell for my F250 and building out something like this. I would need to have the other side built as a second bed, but I don't think it will be drastically different than what you have done here. Definitely like the shelves/cubbies idea. I am thinking along the lines of elastic mesh netting, though, instead of the cutouts.
You definitely should shortened one those shelves to have a place to be able to sit straight up or in middle at end build a little low profile wooden chair, definitely bad carpet color choice, good luck keeping that clean lol, but I still love your initiative and respect that your even doing this, also sorry I commented before the end of video before you said you were putting a chair in middle, that be very important when weather is bad
Cool build! I'm going to do this to my 81 F100 so I can go fish/camping in it. I think I'm going to get rid of the topper clamps and bolt it to the box though. They look like something evil could happen in the middle of the night. Thanks for sharing!!
Nice build. I like what you did. You will fine tune it as you go. After about the third trip out you will find what you need to do if any. It will be awesome.
I got a 98 s10 and been thinking of doing the same thing minus the bed only because I’m a bigger size I need the extra room but I’m also going to open the camper to my rear cab and but you should invest in one or two solar panels on the roof of the camper and a few batteries so you could have light and power for a tablet run a radio or a heated sleeping bag for the winter
I’m finna buy a frontier in about a month n a half and it’s only single cab so it still has teeny back seats but only 2 door I’m thinking of making a bunk out of the back to camp weekends or getting a bed topper like you got and making a camper.
I love this idea but being 6’3” I have a feeling I’d need to do a bit more room. I have a platform for in my jku and I can just fit with my feet between the front seats and sit up(I’ve worn the roll bar in the face though) If you have a bad back at all you could be in for some sore mornings. Not being able to sit up while you’re in bed will suck and you will smash your head if you happen to forget where you are. Great job though, I hope you enjoy it.
Yeah being tall and sleeping in this Ranger don't mix well 😂 thankfully i didn't get the tall jeans lol. Yeah I'll probably encounter some of that haha. And thanks, i appreciate that man!
@@SmplBuilds since I’ve watched your video a few more ranger campers have popped up. If you could find a cap like this. www.pinterest.ca/pin/467530005052317819/
Since you didn't remove the shell before you sprayed the stain..... how's that poly backspray look on the windows of the shell? Sweet build tho. I got a 98 mazda b3000 4x4 with a shell. Thanks for the vid. Bad ass.
Not sure about anyone else.. but I'm super excited! 100 bucks.. with little experience. I would have guessed at least $120... I mean with the rights to the background music and all. But seriously... how many splinters did you get using that wood!
Thanks Pickle!! Anyone can do it. Just need a few bucks and some time 👌🏼 its finish plywood but yeah got a couple splinters that'll make a grown man cry.
you should get like a jackery 240 battery on amazon then you can charge it while driving and just movie it to the back so you can have some house power outlets in the back
Wicked coo. I have just the back end of a 4by4 ranger that I pull with my mini van and been thinking about doing this. That way I can have my bed in the van and my bestie that goes with me because I need get in and out of wheelchair.. she can have the trailer to be comfy in. Just got to find someone to build it for us
Thank you for the great video. The project turned out great. Quick question; did you attach any of the framing to the truck bed? I didn’t see where you did, but it seemed pretty stable even when you took the center floor piece out to open the access panel. It seems like it’s attached somehow/somewhere. I’m about to do this build myself, so I appreciate any input very much in advance.
Cant say what HE did for sure, but i've watched TONS of these build videos (im going tomorrow to get a shell for my truck and start my own!), and very few needed to connect it to the bed. The sheer weight of the full shelving alone makes it hold fairly well, plus if you fit the wood to your bed gaps itll prevent any sideways movement :)
Two pieces of wood positioned correctly connected to the bed and the other connected to the same height on the other side of your table cabinet thing would allow you to take out the bottom part of the floor and slide it in to the same level as your bed to take it from a single person bed to a duel person bed and back again without taking away any storage
Very nice, I have a similar build, except I don't have the storage units on the right and laid the foam mattress directly on the floor instead. Very useful if you have a gf or need space for 2.
party time. nice build
The man himself! Haha. Appreciate that brother. Let's get everyone to turn their trucks into campers 💪🏽🤣
The man the myth the legend!
Ford ranger is the best one ever
I’m glad your doing what makes you happy man. Watched since day 1 and has made me make positive changes in my life and how I do things. Everyone has their calling
@@SmplBuilds hi
Watching this made me realize how much I have been over complicating my build idea. Nice job.
Haha yeah man nice and simple does the job. Thank you!
Agreed I had way more steps in my head before I watched this video
Love it when guys say they have little woodworking skills but have every power tool imaginable 🤔
Maybe he bought a set like i bought 9 power tools but im only using 5 of them usually 😂
"I have very little wood working experience" Cracks out the cordless fuel jigsaw
My brothers a carpenter, its his 😂
@@SmplBuilds could you help me im trying do a diy camper on my f150 but i dont know nothing about what is the best way
@@jasonjr2500 with a canopy or a complete diy camper?
@@nickfeness I just need a idea on how to make a bed cap Into a little pop up camper but cant think of anyway to keep it sealed and also on how to support the sides.
Jay nelson sells a detailed course on how to make one
I've always loved those lifted Rangers with Extra Cab...
I bought a twin-size air mattress that I use in my Ranger when I'm out camping. That way, it's not in the way when I need to use the bed of my truck for other things. And, an air mattress packs down very small when not in use. Also, by using the air mattress, I have more headroom as apposed to having a raised bed. In the areas in front of, and behind, the wheel wells, I built fitted wooden storage boxes the same height as the wheel wells. Then, I put plywood across the top of the boxes, from front to back, so that I have one continuous flat surface that I can use. The plywood has hinged doors above the storage boxes.
Super cool, just a tip from a carpenter, to do a drop cut with a skil saw tilt the tool forward on the front of the table then use your thumb to pin the gaurd forward and then start the saw, slowly setting it into your wood
Appreciate the tip man! You'd think having a dad and brother as a carpenter I'd be better... 🤦🏽♂️😂
I'm gonna do this same build for my Ranger. I've seen several camper builds for these trucks but this is by far my favorite. Great video, thanks for the idea!
That looks good. You could still add two more layers of poly for better wood protection and shine and then some good wood wax and buff it real good... that way, it is completely sealed and has good protection from moisture.
I just bought my first F150 in 50 years of driving. It was a last minute buy because I go deer hunting in WV every year. Your system does not leave enough room to haul necessities. I did not realize how much more I haul with a cap on the bed. The truck I bought has one of those roll over bed covers, level with the top of the bed. I had coolers, plastic tubs, water jugs, tent and all manner of stuff jammed under there. It has a short extended cab and I had that packed to the top too. I slept in the tent and was fine, even below 30*. I started looking for a cap when I got back. There is where the REAL cost comes in. I hope I don't have tp buy new, but a cap 8"-10" above the cab is hard to find. If you do a lot of cold weather camping, try putting a piece of that foil covered foam insulation under your bag. About 3/4 thick and wrap it in plastic. A little noisy till it breaks in, but warm.
Awesome build dude! I have a similar set up in my Ranger! I have a high top tho, Highly recommended the high topper for head space👌. Get some LED strip lights for the cap roof that run off if usb and a dual port battery pack to run them. It will last forever!! And little usb fans are great too. Walmart has a few for summer time. Also recommend doing reflex insulation on the cap or carpet it. Cuz when you use heat, condensation will build up on the shelf where the cap meets the bed. And it also helps with keeping warm. Happy camping!! FFR life!
Excellent build. I just got rid of my 26 footer and going back to tenting. Might do this for my truck but I use it a lot for hauling. I may do it with an enclosed trailer. Th only thing I’d add is a filler to make room for a second sleeper. I take the bride along sometimes. Good job. Enjoy.
Looks good . I Think You Need A Flat Screen TV .
I'm a older carpenter and my opinion is that you did a great job. Functional doesn't need to be thousands. Or low quality. Good work. I'll bet you could have ripped your 2x4s in half too.
Love the way that turned out, so supprising how much a strip of carpet 'classes' it up!
Throw some carpet on that fiberglass topper inside to help with the moisture in the cold and it might help insulate it a little. I have a fiberglass topper on my 07 Dakota and it doesn’t have side windows and I’m going to buy some of the truck bed carpet or trunk carpet material like what comes on pre-carpeted toppers
Awesome idea! Been wanting to do something like that. Thanks! 🤙🏼
Between Mav and CrazyQuady, you can pick up a ton of little neat ideas for truck bed setups. CrazyQuady’s has more convenient, ideal little creative ideas here and there that add up to make it a great setup while Mav’s has the nice battery setup and pull out drawers and all. I personally like CrazyQuady’s setup, but I like Mav’s content better but not by much. They’re both pretty equally good Channels.
@@leviwyatt5921 mav was definitely inspiration for the start of it never checked out the other one. I'll check it out, thanks!
Everything is better built not bought.
Its the pride of a good job 👏 👌 👍
I agree. Thanks!
Since I done my Ranger I like to see other setups also and you’ve done a great job on yours.
This past Monday, I just bought me a 2005 Ford Ranger 4x4 Supercab with a camper shell on it already. And now I find this video! Perfect! Now to see if I can afford the lumber...
Nice! Haha yeah unfortunately it'll probably be much more expensive now
@@SmplBuilds Yeah, I'll be lucky to be able to afford toothpicks and popsicle sticks.
Add a strip of wood running down your bed and one on the other side of the gap and cut some 3/4 ply to cover the gap. When not in use slip it under your bed pad. It works great for if you have company with you. Portable buddy heater will heat that good too. I use one in my off road camper. Nice build man.
I've been thinking about doing that thanks for the tips! And I appreciate that man 👍🏻
Bro I’ve watched a ton of these videos, but I dig yours the most.. nice job!
Appreciate that man!! I really couldn't find any others that fit all my needs either. Hope this helps with your build 👍🏻
Looks awesome. Not overbuilt and removable. Have fun
Thank you for the video ...much appreciated!
May I kindly suggest no music in background of future vids... everday working sound is fine.
You did a great job on the build - like the magnets, pull out drawer, lift up door in bed. Awesome.
Thanks!!
What a neat design! I love the narrow bed; it gives you enough space to move to the other end of the truck bed. Well done! 👍
Thanks! Yup, works good for me 😁
You should make that bottom panel into a bed extender
Finally a small truck build!
I think you're a better woodworker than you give yourself credit for. Whipping our a zillion tools and knocking that out in 12 hrs. Thanks for the inspiration!
There are things I'd add (heater, fans, cooking, electricity, lights, simple toilet that stows away [you may be very grateful one day for it], water, insulation, sealing tailgate and where truck meets topper, heating, sink, some form of decoration, co2 detector, fire extinguisher, first aid and trauma kit, food, snow pants, warm jacket, cotton sheet for summer, blackout window covers, lantern...maybe even roof fan...didnt catch if truck has backseats for more storage and even as back-up place to sleep...hammock, awning, fold-up chairs and table for outside...roof storage or rack if needed) but my guess is over time you've added to this already.
An idea I've seen is make it so a board can prop up on sonething in center to make bed for 2 if ever want that or if even you alone want more space.
You gotta remember this is a little Ranger not an RV lmao... but those are good ideas. Maybe if you used good space management
Hey man, congratulations on your build, great achievement for do little money. Hope you’re having loads of adventures!
That's a great setup! I dig it. I would love to have something similar in my truck. But I've never done anything this complicated with wood just yet.
Right now I've got a really simple system in my 07 Tacoma; I just have two 2x6's running across from bedside to bedside, with a thick plywood sheet cut to size on top.
It's not glamorous but it works great for my fiancée and our dog. Only thing I don't love is having to use thin pull-out containers to store gear underneath. But it's really a pretty great & simple system.
Just wanted to mention it in case anyone else here happens to have a Tacoma or any truck with similar slots in the bedsides to support lumber across.
Having trouble visualizing this but appreciate it 👍🏼
I just bought my first Ranger yesterday, it’s a 2008 Sport edition 5 speed, only 2wd but I’m not looking to send it in mud or anything so I should be fine. But I like your video a lot! Inspired me to make the back of my truck similar. I watch @mav a lot and you remind me of him in a sense. Subscribed dude good luck in your journey!
Congrats on the Ranger. Yeah that dudes got some awesome videos. Appreciate the kind words!!
Throw a little propane heater up on that shelf when it gets cold and your set for colder temps while out boon docking . good build thanks for the tips .... Have fun !!
Thank you!! 😁
Great build. Love how simple & budget friendly it is.
Not only is this the best build video I’ve seen but it’s also in a ford mother fuckin Ranger! Following this tutorial exactly. Thanks a million
may I suggest solo, off-grid camping and you'll get 100K subscribers in no time! Congrats on a great build!
Its in the plans! Thank you! 🙏🏼😁
Love this. Throw in some basic camping gear, a streamlined food preparation setup, and you can go pretty much anywhere with it.
thanks! i agree 👍
Thanx! For your floor , why not peel and stick tiles ? This makes cleanup a lot easier. Superbike!
More comfortable haha 👍🏻
Thank you for filming this (most critical video) with the leaf blower in the background.
Awesome build I have a 95 that I have been thinking about building what are the measurements like how wide is ur sleeping platform an ur countertop looks like you have good floor space also.
leaf blowing in the dark is next level unneighborly lmao
Lowkey making me think about making my tacoma a camper lol nice work my guy
Do ittt! Haha thank you 🤝🏻
Great build 👍🏻 Love the magnets and the big hinged door. Now I just need a friend with all those saws ... oh yeah, and a truck 🤪
Aahah thanks bro!
I have a 96 Jeep Cherokee that I've been looking to do some storage in the back you gave me some great ideas, nice build.👍👍
Thanks!!
I think there could be a business out there that can make these inserts. I know truck beds are all different but there must be a way to make universal set ups for people that dont have the tools or space to work and just go out and buy a finished bed and cabinet set up that you can just throw in the back and be done. I think I would buy one. Nice job
Great idea! Thank you 😁
Cool, simple, utilitarian. Have fun.
Thanks, will do!
Thinking of doing the same thing with my ranger, I did a little camping in it already and refletix tape on the windows helped with temperature and carpet on the ceiling helped with that also and condensation
Best use so far of a Pickup truck conversion. Still plenty of storage space, and a horizontal surface to get things done ( cooking, a laptop )
Also being able to sit straight means you can actually live the thing and not only sleep.
May l suggest making a overnighting video with the truck?
Thats what i thought too. Thank you! And i plan on it, just need to fix a few more things on it first 👍🏻
This thing looks so rad! This is the start of something big, keep at it! Will be doing this very very soon as well !
Appreciate that! Love to hear it 👍🏻
This should be factory on all ford trucks, very useful when your Ford breaks down every other day. 😆
You did a good job on the Camper Build. I want to do the same thing on my Tacoma. I just bought a topper for it.
I'm thinking about getting trail cams for safety measures while truck camping
nice lil setup
Great idea. And thanks!
Great project, great job. Jersey strong Bro - Morristown. Maybe I’ll run into to you at Stokes SF someday.
Thanks man!! 💪🏽
Keep watching MAV!!!!
Great stuff!!
Not bad at all. Making the most out of the old Ranger. 👍 I just sold my 97 XLT. I miss the thing....
Appreciate that!
I would make the platform height the same both sides, that way you could fill in the "hallway" area and make one big special bed if you have a special guest:) And I'm also thinking this is pre Covid prices, ouch.
I just stuff em in the hallway! 😂
Yup no room for pussy in that bed
Dude, that looks great. Thanks for taking the time to make the video.
No problem 👍 thanks!
I love how the safety glasses went on after a close call, I’m guilty of it too
Those friendly reminders 😅
Love seeing those TSL Thornbirds!
Your dream come true! It looks sooo cool
Exactly hahah just mini version 😂 Thank you!
Your build gives me a lot of great ideas for my own. Nice job!
Ford Freakin Ranger!!!!!
Yessirrrrr!! Hahah
YOU BEAT ME TO IT
I ain’t no stranger that’s a
This is actually a really good idea for camping or if you’re getting tired of spending money on hotels/motels.
Cheap diesel heater run exhaust under the bed of the truck you'll be warm for a buck a night
I like it. I'm currently looking towards getting a shell for my F250 and building out something like this. I would need to have the other side built as a second bed, but I don't think it will be drastically different than what you have done here.
Definitely like the shelves/cubbies idea. I am thinking along the lines of elastic mesh netting, though, instead of the cutouts.
Go for it! That would be awesome. Yeah as long as you have some storage 👌🏼
Cool! If I were to add something it would be a double bed, a stove and some water for showers, hand washing, cooking and so on
Camping not living
Those tires are chunky! Looks awesome man nice work on the build. Inspirational for surr
The one issue with the 94 was the A/C would leak and be useless so it would only blow hot air which was fine for winter but miserable for Summer
I’m gonna start mine tomorrow after watching this video. I’ll send you the results.
You definitely should shortened one those shelves to have a place to be able to sit straight up or in middle at end build a little low profile wooden chair, definitely bad carpet color choice, good luck keeping that clean lol, but I still love your initiative and respect that your even doing this, also sorry I commented before the end of video before you said you were putting a chair in middle, that be very important when weather is bad
I'm gonna do this for a year then buy and RV and renovate the inside myself, will save alot of dough over the years!
Yeeeah man sounds like a good plan to me! Haha
Cool build! I'm going to do this to my 81 F100 so I can go fish/camping in it. I think I'm going to get rid of the topper clamps and bolt it to the box though. They look like something evil could happen in the middle of the night. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks bro! Haha yeah definitely want that top to be secure 😬😂
Great video. Just Bought a topper for an older S15. I may be doing this soon.
Lets goooo 💪🏽
Tail end behind you wheel well maybe add a portable potable water still or sink
Nice build. I like what you did. You will fine tune it as you go. After about the third trip out you will find what you need to do if any. It will be awesome.
Thank you! Thats the plan 👍🏻
I got a 98 s10 and been thinking of doing the same thing minus the bed only because I’m a bigger size I need the extra room but I’m also going to open the camper to my rear cab and but you should invest in one or two solar panels on the roof of the camper and a few batteries so you could have light and power for a tablet run a radio or a heated sleeping bag for the winter
I’m finna buy a frontier in about a month n a half and it’s only single cab so it still has teeny back seats but only 2 door I’m thinking of making a bunk out of the back to camp weekends or getting a bed topper like you got and making a camper.
nice build man. Reminds me of the old carpet kit my uncle had in his f150 from the 80's!
I love this idea but being 6’3” I have a feeling I’d need to do a bit more room. I have a platform for in my jku and I can just fit with my feet between the front seats and sit up(I’ve worn the roll bar in the face though)
If you have a bad back at all you could be in for some sore mornings. Not being able to sit up while you’re in bed will suck and you will smash your head if you happen to forget where you are.
Great job though, I hope you enjoy it.
Yeah being tall and sleeping in this Ranger don't mix well 😂 thankfully i didn't get the tall jeans lol. Yeah I'll probably encounter some of that haha. And thanks, i appreciate that man!
@@SmplBuilds since I’ve watched your video a few more ranger campers have popped up. If you could find a cap like this.
www.pinterest.ca/pin/467530005052317819/
@@sidneycoakley1524 I do like that style! Might just build a custom pop up on top of my cap tbh
@@SmplBuilds we added 1 to the family so the current set up we have needs to be changed. I’m going to be attempting a custom hardtop this spring.
Nicely done . Now go and enjoy it . Yes check out a mr. Buddy heater .
The leaf blower stuff was funny as hell. I concur!
Ahahah glad you enjoyed it 😂
This is so awesome! I am so happy for you!! I hope my build comes at least close to yours!!!
Nice job, dude! Congratulations!
Nice build for not having wood working skills… Nice truck too!
If I could give you a 5 star rating like Uber dash I would. Ingenious brother 👏 👏 👏
Hahah thanks!! And i appreciate all your pointers 👍🏻🙏🏼
Since you didn't remove the shell before you sprayed the stain..... how's that poly backspray look on the windows of the shell? Sweet build tho. I got a 98 mazda b3000 4x4 with a shell. Thanks for the vid. Bad ass.
Looks mean AF dude! Glad you made a video.
Thanks man
Not sure about anyone else.. but I'm super excited! 100 bucks.. with little experience. I would have guessed at least $120... I mean with the rights to the background music and all. But seriously... how many splinters did you get using that wood!
Thanks Pickle!! Anyone can do it. Just need a few bucks and some time 👌🏼 its finish plywood but yeah got a couple splinters that'll make a grown man cry.
Great build, man! You should velcro a CO2 detector to your ceiling to be safe
Thanks! Good idea.
you should get like a jackery 240 battery on amazon then you can charge it while driving and just movie it to the back so you can have some house power outlets in the back
Definitely gunna look into that. Thank you!
94 Ford Ranger XLT was the best, high suspension, beastly 4x4 great all around truck. Sadly sold mine last year needed the money
Sounds like i need one of those lol! 4x4 is giving me problems and i have no blinkers whatsoever...
Wicked coo. I have just the back end of a 4by4 ranger that I pull with my mini van and been thinking about doing this. That way I can have my bed in the van and my bestie that goes with me because I need get in and out of wheelchair.. she can have the trailer to be comfy in. Just got to find someone to build it for us
Just s and g's I'm really curious about doing thus build and making it some what r-6 insulated
Very cool. I've been looking for basic build ideas for small trucks..(I have a 16 Frontier Ext King Cab) Nice Job.
Thank you!!
Thank you for the great video. The project turned out great.
Quick question; did you attach any of the framing to the truck bed? I didn’t see where you did, but it seemed pretty stable even when you took the center floor piece out to open the access panel. It seems like it’s attached somehow/somewhere.
I’m about to do this build myself, so I appreciate any input very much in advance.
Cant say what HE did for sure, but i've watched TONS of these build videos (im going tomorrow to get a shell for my truck and start my own!), and very few needed to connect it to the bed. The sheer weight of the full shelving alone makes it hold fairly well, plus if you fit the wood to your bed gaps itll prevent any sideways movement :)
Two pieces of wood positioned correctly connected to the bed and the other connected to the same height on the other side of your table cabinet thing would allow you to take out the bottom part of the floor and slide it in to the same level as your bed to take it from a single person bed to a duel person bed and back again without taking away any storage
I’d add a roof vent and get an accordion seal and take the back window if the truck out and the front window if the shell and have a pass through
Never thought of that, thats a sweet idea!
Interesting. Where does a guy get these accordion seals?
@@chrisbroesky2932 just google truck cap accordion seal or truck cap pass-thru seal
Very nice, I have a similar build, except I don't have the storage units on the right and laid the foam mattress directly on the floor instead. Very useful if you have a gf or need space for 2.
Thanks!!
They should ban leaf blowers😅. Great job, think I am gonna copy your build....super easy👍🏽👍🏽
I agree! 😂👌🏼 Glad you found value in it! 🙏🏼
Very good job looks great I want to do one but I have to find a camper shell
Thanks!! Hope you can find one 👍🏻
Nice job! Hope you’re enjoying the build.
Nicely done, simple and lightweight. I feel your pain on cutting large panels on the table saw!
Great video ! Do you have info or a link on your blow up bed ? Thank you.
Thanks!! Its actually a Foam Pad. Here's the link amzn.to/2LYyWDy 👍🏻