A walk through of how we put the camper build together when we are ready to take a trip along with how we store the build when we are not road tripping.
I use to have them but unfortunately I do not. We sat in the back of the truck and drew them out for weeks. We measured things down to the cm, and we drew on paper what that would look like from top and side views. It was very in-depth.
OMG thank you so much! I have a similar plan drawn out to start my build. It is awesome to actually see it before I get started. I had my bed set up a little differently where the inside piece would fold over on top of the outside piece but your way is a lot easier. I'm just glad to know I was on the right track. Mine will be full time living. I'm so excited. God Bless you on your adventures. I am struggling now as to whether or not to have some kind of flooring for insulation purposes. Any suggestions?
We were going to go with the flip option as well and ended up changing it to the system in the video. Very glad we did because moving the mattress to flip the bed each time would have been a big pain. That being said, the only insulation we would need is during winter, and at that point, nothing it warm enough other than a 0* bag and warming up the cabin with a Little Buddy type heater.
So have you completed your design? I have that full time living idea in mind as well. I'd rather not go the pickup shell route, but I own a 8' bed pickup that soon will be paid for and don't want a payment of any kind. I liked the futon mattress idea, doubling as a sofa. And I really like the simplistic slide out for storage. I believe if you don't have a heat source, than insulation isn't going to be a huge factor, as you'll need to vent the window's to minimize condensation. Since the bed will just be for me, I've considered an insulated coffin type sleeping system, where my body heat was the heat source.
Dude this is exactly what I'm trying to do, and I'm overthinking it. I like how it looked like you just threw it together however you had to, but there were so many perfect things about it. Like how the mattress fits perfectly as a sofa or a bed. Super video! You inspired me to give it a shot!
Do you have any plans for this I am planning to get a truck soon and use something very similar to this, the only difference I am planning to make is to use something like your grooves for the top of the side piece as well so I can use the extra bed space for a desk when I’m not using it as a bed. I would probably widen the left side a bit and shrink the half bed a bit to make it hang less as well. This is really a perfect because it’s very easy to install and remove but also extremely functional
The bed was genius. I was fixing to have a 3 foot wide bed but yours was so simple to set-up I’m re-thinking mine. I’d like to know more about your roof racks. Great build, safe travels.
We sat in the back of the empty bed pickup for weeks with a pen and paper drawing blueprint after blueprint with a focus on playing devils advocate to our ideas. Finally, we landed here.
Thank You! We plan on doing tons of updated videos this summer! If you dig the videos we have going on and want to support us more, check out @equip_Travel on instagram! Thanks in advance and happy travels!
Very nice. I'd love to have the blueprints for that build. The couch/bed modes are a must for me also.
I use to have them but unfortunately I do not. We sat in the back of the truck and drew them out for weeks. We measured things down to the cm, and we drew on paper what that would look like from top and side views. It was very in-depth.
Really nice, you did a great job.
Thank you! Cheers!
OMG thank you so much! I have a similar plan drawn out to start my build. It is awesome to actually see it before I get started. I had my bed set up a little differently where the inside piece would fold over on top of the outside piece but your way is a lot easier. I'm just glad to know I was on the right track. Mine will be full time living. I'm so excited. God Bless you on your adventures. I am struggling now as to whether or not to have some kind of flooring for insulation purposes. Any suggestions?
We were going to go with the flip option as well and ended up changing it to the system in the video. Very glad we did because moving the mattress to flip the bed each time would have been a big pain.
That being said, the only insulation we would need is during winter, and at that point, nothing it warm enough other than a 0* bag and warming up the cabin with a Little Buddy type heater.
So have you completed your design? I have that full time living idea in mind as well. I'd rather not go the pickup shell route, but I own a 8' bed pickup that soon will be paid for and don't want a payment of any kind. I liked the futon mattress idea, doubling as a sofa. And I really like the simplistic slide out for storage. I believe if you don't have a heat source, than insulation isn't going to be a huge factor, as you'll need to vent the window's to minimize condensation. Since the bed will just be for me, I've considered an insulated coffin type sleeping system, where my body heat was the heat source.
Awesome I like it!
Dude this is exactly what I'm trying to do, and I'm overthinking it. I like how it looked like you just threw it together however you had to, but there were so many perfect things about it. Like how the mattress fits perfectly as a sofa or a bed. Super video! You inspired me to give it a shot!
Do you have any plans for this I am planning to get a truck soon and use something very similar to this, the only difference I am planning to make is to use something like your grooves for the top of the side piece as well so I can use the extra bed space for a desk when I’m not using it as a bed. I would probably widen the left side a bit and shrink the half bed a bit to make it hang less as well. This is really a perfect because it’s very easy to install and remove but also extremely functional
can't find your website... please leave a link...thanks. Interestingly simple build...thanks.
7:15 That's what she said. lol
Great, simple build that’s easy to take down and put up!
Is there somewhere I can order that mattress?
Heck yeah that’s awesome. I just subscribed, appreciate you sharing I’ll be following for more happy camping
Well done
The bed was genius. I was fixing to have a 3 foot wide bed but yours was so simple to set-up I’m re-thinking mine. I’d like to know more about your roof racks. Great build, safe travels.
Wicked.....you inspired me to do the same to my f150. Retiring in 2 & half years, logical way to go. Thanks again!!!
That is a really well thought out system. Congratulations
We sat in the back of the empty bed pickup for weeks with a pen and paper drawing blueprint after blueprint with a focus on playing devils advocate to our ideas. Finally, we landed here.
I really like your module system. Th idea of simply a few pieces to remove and they store compact. very nice
Glad you like it! Having it pack away small is an incredible feature!
I love it ... need to find someone to do the build for me since I have no garage or tools
Chop saw, circular saw and drill gun were the main tools! look into local shops that offer rental. Could be a great option.
Would like to see the swing away hitch bracket. Thinking of building one myself. Cool set-up.
Does that perpendicular awning not kill your fuel economy?
thanks for sharing. I have a similiar setup. Like the kitchen. Will build one myself.
Wow!
Couldn't be cheaper to build and it's so functionnal. Thanks for sharing.
Very cheap! and yet a year in, it's still working great.
i love this video thanks 4 sharing watching all the way from belize
Wow you guys really find a great way to keep simple and efficient love it
where did you get the swing away thing on your hitch ?
Awesome! That's exactly what I drive.
Great build. Looking forward to seeing the geared up setup.
Thank You! We plan on doing tons of updated videos this summer! If you dig the videos we have going on and want to support us more, check out @equip_Travel on instagram! Thanks in advance and happy travels!
Did you make a video of how you built this set up? Would love to see that. Thanks!
We did not. However, we did photo document it.
Great build and great vibe
Thank you!
what brand and model is the topper?? Great video and build THANKS for the ideas
Ranch Supreme. They did a great job building and matching the paint! Got it at a local topper dealer.
You could add flat handles for cheap and that would make it a breeze to lift and install your inside rig.
For sure, though we haven't, this would help.
I'm gonna be building something for myself, thanks for the great ideas.
Your Welcome!
I like it......
Your not going to get a comfy mattress like that in any other setup other that a topper setup
For sure. We knew right-away we wanted the tallest topper out there. I think I said those exact words in the ordering process.
Fast and easy built, love it!
Im inspired now
Love to hear that!
Great set up! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Hi what brand is the bed
$90 on Amazon and we still love it! sorry, not sure of the brand!
damn good job!
Thank you!