Unique Cargo Trailer to Camper Conversion - check out the kitchen!
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- 7x16 cargo trailer converted to custom travel trailer with rear outdoor kitchen, office and bedroom.
Thanks for all the comments. Sorry for the sound quality, I made this on my iPhone so I could use my wide angle lens that comes with my waterproof case but it muffled the sound. I can hear it ok if I turn the volume way up, hope you can too. Cheers
We redid the audio of the video with voice over and posted it if you'd like to listen to that instead: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
@Mark Haak...reversing the hinge on that back door is nothing short of genius. I have watched over 200 cargo trailer videos. Hell, maybe 300! That is one of the top 5 most brilliant ideas. Thank you for sharing your set up.
Thanks Joseph - glad you like!
JC _ I am seeking a video of a cargo trailer converted to a cooking - only trailer. Not camping. Any ideas ? Thanks.
@JC....I have never seen any Cargo Trailer conversion video made on your specific question. There's not a lot of focus to your question, either. I mean, cooking what, for how many and how long? I'm thinking you may find some answers if you research competition cooking. The two areas there that come to mind are BBQ and chuck wagon. The participants are everything from big outfits with enormous budgets, to the guy around the corner that does it for a hobby. If you don't find anything on You Tube, check out your cable TV listing. Look for words in the title of the program like, festivals, BBQ, chuck wagon, competition. I hope that's helpful.
steve jette b
Nice conversion. Ques. Why didn't you put a bathroom with shower in the trailer?
That kitchen is the same size as the one I had in my NYC studio apartment! Only your fridge is bigger.
Some really good ideas.....I do like the reverse of the door...believe I would like to do this and attach mosquito netting or similar as most areas in South have plenty of them. I do not understand the audio problem...simply turned up the volume....was fine for me. I have had other campers with bathrooms......never used them and like you, I consider them wasted space and used them for storage.
Wow! I like this a lot... Beautiful wood wall and table love the color scheme. Excellent built from lighting to doors, cabinets, storage my Gosh a to die for out door custom kitchen.. Brilliant!!!!
Have wondered what was in there!! Very cool and efficient use of space!!
Thanks Lindsey! Pretty comfortable for sleeping and working!
toilet?sink?water tank?power supply?...woulda made that nose a perfect little bathroom set-up...nice set-up.
Yea.... A whole lot of wasted space..... My Japanese apt is only slightly bigger than that, and has everything (minus the king-size bed).
Only think I don't like is no access to fridge from inside I like it ..good job
Very nice set up.
Other than no bathroom it looks Great
very nicely done!!
Awesome setup!
Barely heard what you were saying..But this is greatttt....😍
Nice setup. Wonder what he was mumbling about?
Haha, sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
🌲 Looking good! I had the volume all the way up on my 'high end' phone but could still barely hear you. FYI. 🌵🌻
Elise, aka Godgirl
Thanks! And yeah, sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Good job
Neat trailer.
Well done!!
Can't hear the audio.
my phone can't go any Louder on volume , I'm having problems with your audio , please watch your own video , if I wanted to hold my phone the intire video , up to my ear , I would have needed a warning you didn't have your sound right , great video , bad sound . sound just totally killed the purpose of this video .
Ann Jackson Try using captions.
Kim Roberts
Kim Roberts , Try Keep Scrolling , There's No Witch Brews Bubbling Here . How's That For Captions ?
Yeah Kim..
man if i was has handy as you i would rather do this make it myself then buy those ready made ones
Looks like a nice setup but the video audio volume is too low to hear what you're saying.
Sorry about that. We redid the audio and posted it if you'd like to check that out: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Nice video. Too bad it didn't have sound. Left after 3:00 mark.
Yeah, sorry about that. We recently redid the video with better audio if you'd still like to check it out: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
please turn up your volume....don't whisper. thanks
Nice conversion well thought out. Video wow get a separate mic to lessen the handling noises and speak up and a slower. It was very difficult to hear and comprehend what you were saying low speaking volume, noisy mic, and cadence. Just trying to help. Thanks for posting this though lots of cool details.
What a shame... audio is so low can't enjoy the video. The trailer LOOKS great.
Thank's for the feedback!. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Brilliant use of recycled materials. I do think some of the storage space is not used very well and over stuffed without organization but to each their own. The outdoor kitchen is really well organized and looks very useful. Thanks for the tour.
I really like your outdoor kitchen, especially the ramp used as an awning.
Interesting ideas... looks like it was shot with a gopro that had the casing on it. Maybe do a voiceover of this video and repost it or subtitle? Awesome job, just wish I could hear what you were saying.
As fine a job as I've ever seen. I need a bathroom though. I could easily put one in this.
I need you to say that all again..but a little bit louder this time
Haha. Yeah, sorry about that. We recently redid the video with better audio if you're still interested: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
I can't hear you speak
Yeah, sorry about that. We recently redid the video with better audio if you're still interested: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Best use of space i've seen yet, with the exception of the use of the V part, instead of a closet I would have made it a bathroom, and made a pass-thru of some sort for access to the kitchen. Other than that, Brilliant.
Magic Nomadic the v is wasted
space I would rather have a square front and they are less of an eye sore on the outside of the trailer.
Ron B The V-nose is a shit ton better on aerodynamics plus you get another foot of room.
never like the exterior kitchen idea on a camper
a roof tent would fix that
yea a bathroom in the pike nose would have been ideal bedroom in the way back living space/kitchen in the med
i mean i have a wood stove with water jacket a big bedroom and 4x4 bathroom on the back of my 2 ton ford and its kinda like living in a studio but wood powered
VK7001.P
what?
why cant you have all 3 inside bathroom dose not need to be the taj mahal in fact mine is only 16 foot long and i have a 4x4x8 bathroom a 6x7.5x8 kitchen and bunk beds sideways across the back 7.5 long 4 foot wide and tons of storage
it works nicely for me the wood stove in the kitchen uses a water jacket to give me plumed hot water and heat the camper
and it all fits nicely on my 1969 F600 6x6 my little 3000 watt diesel generator will run 26 hr on 1.5 gallons of diesel so running frigide and AC is cheap like $2.40 per day
but like you are probably already thinking NOTHING is perfect no drive thrus i have to bypass under passes i have to pull into weigh in stations sometimes and at some point i need to add more lights inside and out
it mostly only gets used to go visit my mom and sisters in iowa to avoid flying
really i feel if you can get an old 2 ton truck that runs like new that's the way to go trailers are a pain in the ass sometimes
i only watch these vids sometimes to get ideas on how to better use my 16x8 space in the trucks box
I do have very good volume control, thank you very much!!!!
volume wasnt very good couldnt hear
Yeah, sorry about that. We recently redid the video with better audio if you're still interested: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
The one problem I see is no bathrooms or shower inside. The King size ed takes up way to much room. I like the out side flip part, that's cool but that's about it
Tony Skulitz - Bathrooms are not always a feature in a tiny space. We'd rather just walk to campground bathrooms
I had the volume cranked up and can't hear you, Looks nice.
What? What did you say? I can't hear you...Since the back hindged up, you could have mounted more solar panels to the wall...
It looks like a wonderful life to me! Good for you and your family. I wish I could have grown up like this. Thanks for sharing your build.
Good job . Love the modern chuck Wagon kitchen .
I really love that kitchen. Especially the large and tall refrig. Awesome.
Thanks! We love it too
What is the name of yr trailer ???
Who makes it???
Wear can I get one in Colorado????
How much was it???
It was a local trailer company here in Ontario that is now out of business. Anyone who builds trailers and is willing to do modifications for you can most likely do something similar.
If this is your first video, you are forgiven. Now get a decent aux microphone and speak up, can't hear anything you're saying.
Yeah, sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
That's the nicest 7x16 cargo van conversion I ever seen. I like the outdoor kitchen too. What do you have as the Tow Vehicle??
Thanks! We towed with a F150 so we could put 4 mountain bikes in the back and 3 kayaks on the roof
An AirBNB on wheels........did it cost much to insulate the walls
don't know, had the trailer builder do it as part of the original build. Cheers
I don't see what was gained by having the kitchen outside. It would take up the same square footage inside and be away from insects and bad wx.
The great thing about outdoor kitchen is you don't need all that extra square footage, if we placed it inside we would easily need another 4' length to our trailer to comfortably fit our needs. We tried all kinds of layouts inside and no realistic way we liked for us to have a large bed, office/desk, and kitchen inside a 16' trailer. So this works for us and the kitchen is never crowded!
Couldn't hear your commentary. Turned my volume all the way up. Sounds like you're whispering.
nice trailer but audio sucks
Yeah, sorry about that. We recently redid the video with better audio if you're still interested: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
I love the Trailer but he needs a much louder mic... I could not hear him talk.
Sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
I will be solo, I will not need half of what you have for a kitchen AND MINE? Will have to be built inside.
I would have a full bed and made room for a built-in closet.
Used that closet area, which would be perfect for a bathroom!
is that just the base for a smoke detector? please add a new smoke detector and a decent fire extinguisher.... happy trails:)
Love the idea of the ramp on top to make an awning
Best dad ever award
Well done. I've done two cargo trailer conversions now and really like them. Flipping the rear ramp door was a first. I use my ramp door as a patio. Have not posted my conversion but I will soon. Strong work.
Odd that people are chattering about the volume??? My computer has a volume control that is very clever and I can turn it up or down as needed. Maybe, others can try their volume control as well. I had no problem hearing your entire video. PS...I know I am being snarky but if I can hear it then I assume they can turn up their volume as well. :)
Hula Shack - Agree some just want to whine.
I can hear perfectly on my phone :) people like to complain about something
I have watched 30 or more videos tonight on my tablet with no problems adjusting the volume on it , yes, I do know I can do that and yes, it is a very clever device 🤑, but he does have his audio very low or perhaps he is very shy and speaking softly. In any case, since several people have mentioned it, perhaps it is wise to pay attention and adjust the next video accordingly. Towards the end of his presentation it was much easier to hear him. In any case, a very nice conversion and clever use of the back door/ramp. I certainly could be very comfy camping in this trailer. BUT, I am lazy and old, so would have to , at the very least, for those midnight bathroom calls, have to hide my chamber pot under the bed, lol. I refuse to run to the camp site's loo, dribbling all the way, with my granny gown billowing out behind me, six times a night, lol.
Hula Shack I can barely hear, and yes, my vol. all the way up. Your assumption that we are all stupid says volumes about you.
I agree.. no problems with audio.
Amazing build out. Thanks for sharing. Question, why not orient the bed east to west to create a little more room for places to sit when the weather is bad (cold or rain) outside?
thanks for the kind words and feedback. It is a great idea for shorter people but I am 6'4" so do not fit if the bed is sideways and if one of us has to crawl over the other to get out for a pee or something it is too disruptive. We had plenty of room for two foldidng chairs plus the bed so 4 of us could still eat inside comfortably if it was poor weather out.
@@Wander_for_good Makes sense. If you can't stretch out it wouldn't be comfortable. Looking into cargo trailers to do something similar. One more question. If the trailer is 7' wide on the outside, how wide is it on the inside after insulation and interior walls were added? Thanks again
Bump the volume up on this video and reupload please. I'm maxed out on my volume with no effect.
Love the clothespin on the chips! I have a half dozen pins in my pantry, too!!!
Really nice job. I built my first 14 ft cargo trailer into a nice camper in 1970. Since then I larger to a 36 ft. The 14 ft worked OK but I ran out of room and built a 36 footer and it was so big I could put my 18 ft 1955 wooden Lyman in it. Loved it. Pulled it with a Dodge 3500 diesel Dooley with a Cummings engine. Loved it T. Had it for 14 years and a trucker smashed the Dodge and I had to sell the 36 footer. Now I am back to a 24 foot V nose just like yours. All my trailers I use for my mobile studio because I am a professional photographer . Now I am back to a 24 foot V nose just like yours. That is why it caught my eye. Again very nice job. Thanks for posting it. My new tow vehicle is a Dodge Durango so I had to downsize. Thanks again for posting this.
Sounds sweet!
Sound is almost non-existent. I will pass on watching this video.
Sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in watching.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
This is truly amazing. I just love it. It is shocking how you have turned this into a home that feels big. I mean who has a king sized bed in their trailer? That is just awesome! Thanks for sharing!
Beautiful. Luv it. This is what I'd like.
How does the trailer handle on the road with the weight you have in the back?
handles just fine, never been an issue
Can't hear a damn thing! How 'bout a little volume??
Looks great but your commentary is all but lost. What a shame and waste of time.
Pity about the volume :/
Barely audible at top volume. Nice conversion, though.
Yeah, sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Clever use of space...Nice unit.
I might suggest one up grade...find a spot for a 30 gallon water tank, or maybe put one in the pickup bed.
Sounds like a PGA golf commentator
Yeah, sorry about the audio quality.
We redid the video with a voice-over if you's like to watch that instead
th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
How much did it cost? If you don't mind me asking....I'm thing of making one for my self,will use a smaller trailer,I live in Ontario and here you can buy one new for 2,500. Or so. I think it's better than an rv as you can make it the way you like and save some money!
We’re in Ontario too. We started planning for a 5x10' vnose for under $3k but the more we laid out our plans etc it quickly grew to 7x16’ then we needed brakes, more height, decided on tandem axels and decided to upgrade to all aluminium frame etc so was around $8k I think. Then some custom welding for the rear door, added windows, electrical work, insulated it, bought a fridge, bamboo table top and metal cabinets from IKEA, mattress etc added a few more thousand to the total plus a couple of weeks of time for all the work. Then there is license/registration/taxes and we had ours safety certified too. Really you can go small/simple for maybe around $3k or quickly go over $10k with all the options and customizations. (Prices are Canadian). Good luck with your build!
cathy roncetti single axle this size in Georgia $1800
well done very nice trailer
Stunning! Everything I want in a trailer, gorgeous!
Thanks Nigel
Kewl looking trailer to bad the sound doesn't work
Sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
One of the nicest conversions I have seen. Just needs a bathroom.
A bathroom? Absolutely Not! Odor, maintenance, black water regulations - a 5 gallon bucket, disposable plastic bags, and an external privacy/shower stall with water tank, pump and heater is simple to outfit and flexible to use. Substantial cost, space and maintenance savings with All of the utility. ;-)
this is a camping trailer not a house....go shit in the woods...
yup
I totally agree. I do not want to have to go out into the woods in the middle of the night just to go.
Thus the bucket.
Very nice setup.
Volume turned 2 max -- can't hear. :(
Sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
I think Im going stealth
No windows. And a portable handicap toilet it's just me and couple a pups. I can pick one thoes up for bout 10 bucks. and it can double as a chair
good thinking but I would miss the natural light, seeing the weather and having a breeze personally
Nice chuck wagon.
Great visual, Only, funny thing, volume so low I maxed it out.. then when the commercials kick in it nearly blows my speakers. ha ha.... You got me! ha ha
Aluminum will never EVER rust! Rust is a resultant oxidation property of iron. please don;t confuse the general public, most people know rust, few know that ALUMINUM oxidizes...which is the ALUMINUM relative equivalent to iron (steel, etc) which forms "rust". Also, "stainless steel" doesn't mean rust proof... it means STAINS-LESS regarding rust depending on primarily but not limited to carbon content/tempering, etc.. And there are grades of both steel and aluminum ... it's called metallurgy. rant sorry but...
hey great video otherwise! and i don't doubt your knowledge, but please present properly.
Mark - I don't want to come off like a jerk here, but, I'm trying to wrap my head around why you would choose to face your whole food prep/kitchen on the OUTSIDE of your camper. It's not (saving) you any space inside, it takes up the same 2ft depth you said it was whether it's facing outside or it's inside, IT'S STILL 2FT DEEP. I'm thinking sleeping with that TREMENDOUS BED is your real priority.
Now, you have the added distinct disadvantage of having to go outside for food. Could be raining or cold weather, but if it were inside, well, that wouldn't much matter.
You might want to consider redoing the video with audio at better levels. I cast these to the TV where the volume is usually between 14 and 25. Turned yours up to over 75 and still couldn’t make out what you were saying.
Yeah, sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for the great build ideas! We have a 7x16 Cargo Camper Conversion.
Get one of those composite toilets.. no plumping, no smell.. expensive but I think super worth it... water? A bottle of hand sanitizer haha
We do have a small one for the rare times we're not at a campground with toilets :)
Its a really nice trailer and He has a perfect voice for play by play Golf announcer-" Tiger has an 8 foot birdie for par on the 15th hole" and " I went for the compose toilet"
Thank You For You video
Your sound sucks, I can hear that there's SUPPOSED to be some kind of narration, but I can't make it out... Try deleting the audio from the original recording and doing a voice over in post.
Very nice, but it is pretty necessary to have some water. Maybe a holding tank. They make a free standing sink with a 4 gal. Water tank holder at bottom. You just press pump with foot and turn sink faucet on. And it drains into a 1gal. Empty water jug or toilet, or if outside ground. It would be handy, washing hands a d face. i see no source of water yet, or toilet. Nose would have been great area for toilet.
Please consider adding subtitles or just do a voice-over. Love what I see but can't hear your explanations or thoughts. :-(
Thank you! We (finally) took your advice and redid the video, adding a voice over.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html
Here's a thing about tandem axles. If you are not loaded up it can be a rough ride unless you went with torsion axles. Also, if one tire blows and you don't realize it, the tire can come apart and damage the trailer. With one Axle you will know you have a flat and can pull over, plus you can get TPMS on the wheels with bluetooth monitoring in the tow vehicle.
Why not just pull around an actual camper? I have everything you have and more including a shower.
What a great conversion and video, but the audio is a little bit on the low end. Thanks for posting. :-)
The kitchen was excellent and I particularly liked the rear tailgate canopy, which if required could easily be made into a self contained room with the use of a tarp or clear plastic.
I also really liked the deep V-Nose which adds a huge volume of space.
Edited to include paragraphs on the V-Nose.
We agree!
Outstanding Mark
You have such a soft speaking voice. Enjoyed the tour, but it was a wee bit hard to hear with everything moving around...I gotta ask...where do the children sleep?
It seems to me that converting a cargo trailer to camper is a pretty good idea. Thinking about doing it myself. However, every one is see on YT have all made the same error-all the doors open OUT. Tha means anyone can block your doors closed while you
are inside, turning your camper into your jal
wahou c'est magnifique !!!! original, bien pensé et ça fait rêver !!!! bravo !
reallly nice conversion do you travel in it with kids? talk about crowded. I like the kitchen, except the mircrowave could you put in on the wall or something your lose alot of counterspace with it. (I am a stickler for counterspace as I do alot of cooking so we can eat healthy most of the time) of course if your only camping a couple of weeks at a time a trailor like this will do fine.
Nice job. What the gross weight now? Also, might as well remove your annual safety sticker. Not required anymore as now a rv.
I love this
Can't hear a word your'e saying
Sorry about that. We redid the video with a voice over if you're still interested in hearing about the design.
You can check it out here: th-cam.com/video/Aagfb1LMCwQ/w-d-xo.html