FULLY CUSTOM Toyota Tacoma CAMPER with FIREPLACE Is Perfect for the RETIRED Adventure Life
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ส.ค. 2021
- Paul built this fully custom 100% aluminum camper with his son, with the purpose to live in it full-time. It features a Propane Fireplace, Single Bed, 120Ah Batteries, Small Kitchen setup, and more. Paul likes to Trail Run and Climb, and when he can he spends time in the States traveling.
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did anyone else notice the impeccable aluminum welds all across that thing, damn, sweet!!
Heck yeah we did, so clean
@@VanClan I wish he would have talked a little about the sub frame and the exterior shell construction more.
The TIG welding is definitely superb! Are you or your son a welder by trade? I've been thinking about the van life. I toured on a motorcycle in Vancouver and the west coast in the US. Fun, but tedious at times. Nice heater setup too! Polymorphous Solar cells are better for cloudy/rainy areas because they will still provide a charge when mono-crystalline won't.
I agree. Been welding Aluminum for 30 years myself & I am impressed!
yep
I’ve seen a lot of van/truck conversions. I’m not a “vanlifer,” and I can tell this gentleman isn’t either. One of the best setups I’ve seen in a LONG time. Resourceful, well thought out, intelligent, and a work in progress…but the basics you need are all there! I’m impressed. Absolutely.
Glad you liked it!
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@@JaredConnell
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this is super cool. looks very very functional and reminds me a lot of a sail boat cabin. Also being all aluminum gives it a really secure and safe feeling. WELL DONE!
Excellent use of -space. I had a Tacoma and a homemade camper on it an it was fantastic. Unfortunately, when my dog grew from a pup to a full size adult dog, the Tacoma no longer worked. So I had to move up to a full size truck and a mid-rise camper shell which is presently on order. But that Tacoma lasted me 13 years and I still miss it. You did a great job on your build. God Speed.
Thanks for the nice comment. We hear you on the vanlife with dogs thing, its a whole different thing haha
Nice setup. I have two (older) Newport Dickinson propane heaters installed in my motorhome. Just like yours. I have a trick for you, if you would like to get more heat out of your fireplace for the propane used, and not have a lot of wasted heat go up the flue. At the top interior of the firebox, there are 4 circular punchouts. Buy some stainless steel washers (2 per hole), some bolts, nuts, and lock washers; and plug some, or all, of those holes. Start with just plugging two if you want. The exhaust gases will still exit just fine, but you'll get a lot more heat from smaller burner fires. More heat using less propane. I did this many years ago. Zero problems.
very clever
@@VanClan Another point. DON'T buy the P-12000 version. The burner in it is (was?) the same size as the burner in the P-9000. As a result, the P-12000 produces negligible extra heat. That is unless, in later models, they increased the burner size.
Wow did not expect the interior to be like that. Stove and all. Perfect for a getaway for him.
Thanks for sharing 👍
Glad you liked it! We felt the same when Paul opened up that door to show us inside!!
You did an amazing job with you're build! Love it! Thank you for the tour.
Thank you so much!
Great build!! You can always go where it never rains & the weather is beautiful!!!
Love the simplicity and thoughtfulness of this creation❤
That camper design is quite dynamic.
sure is!
Nicely Done! Really like the faceted, aerodynamic front end closely trimmed to fit the contour of the cab. Nice work
So awesome! This is one of my dream builds. There are undoubtedly many small details and lessons learned that went into this. As a tacoma owner myself, I hope it brings you much joy and satisfaction!
Awesome! Thank you for such a kind comment
Wow, what a great build & design! Love it!
Thank you! Cheers!
I love that simple, beautifully crafted and effective make!
good job Paul!
Great build, mate! I respect his attitude and can only aspire to be in such good shape when I’m his age! 💪
you and me both 😂
Yeah this guy has some guns.
Love this conversion. Looks good, cosy and warm, great job x
Glad to hear you like it!
08:03
2003, after a half-century of make-do camping in lesser rigs, we built our ExpeditionVehicle with No! Holes! In! The! Roof!.
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On skoolie and other home-built forums, we enjoy reading about first-time builders.
Inevitably, somebody wants a sky-light over the bed to watch the stars as they sleep.
And, inevitably, that sky-light leaks, usually at 3am and during a freezing rain.
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Second-time builders rarely chop Holes! In! The! Roof!.
Wanted to see this on the inside .
Excellent job!
See you in Squamish all the time .
I have the lifted quick sand Tacoma with topper and roof rack.
06:33
For our ExpeditionVehicle bed platform, I used expanded metal, similar to stout window-screen.
This allows air to circulate under the mattress, a common area for moisture accumulation... and mold.
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We are headquartered out of Eugene, Oregon, with similar weather to Brit Columbia.
Nearly two decades full-time live-aboard, this works for us.
Excellent idea. Expanded steel or aluminum?
@@seeharvester
I used steel (3/4" 14ga?), the material I used for our permanent porch two decades ago..
Thicker material may need less support.
Nice set up. Thank you for sharing and video. Blessings to you.
Thank you too
Sleeping outside & not worrying about paying rent is the best feeling in the world I love my lil $30 tent with full size bed so peaceful 😌🏕
Just right for one person. Real smart and clever.
Looks like a mini Kimbo Camper! 🤙
:D
That’s a great setup, nice.
Glad you like it!
Exceptional build. Really like the bump outs on the sides for more space. Pretty sharp looking aluminum corner near the pillow at the head of the bed. Get one of those babies r us rubber corner guards to glue on that corner. Haha. Thanks for sharing that impressive build and safe travels.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed, it really is a great build
Cool camper! Love the fireplace
thanks Mark
Great job, phenomenal build
That looks great wonderful job. I bought a truck bed tent this summer cuz of fuel prices. Tried it 3 times and realized that I don't like to be in such a confined space. So back to 10 miles a gallon pulling the camper.
I have the exact same truck even same color . Damn why did I watch this? Now I want one. Great job my friend I’m impressed.👍👍
Very impressive sir. Thank you for the tour. Safe Travels Amigo
Glad you enjoyed it
That is the perfect cabin for my dog and me. Just to get away and out into the woods again
Very good design for space... Cozy.
👌Compact comfort and neat for outdoor free life;what else more do we need👍
Right 🙌 so spick and span
Space for a visitor?
Very Nice man! well thought out, obvious craftmanship and looks functional. As I write this don't know any other vids you have posted but you need to. Seems like the unit needs some "Running in" as I listen. Perfect stove heat placement....
That fireplace is amazing
WOW that is nice set up, really like it!
I'm glad you like it
Awesome! I like it.. useful stuff and I love the heating set up and propane storage!
Glad to hear
Had to stop at 3:50 to say, you are in really good shape. Respect.
You aren’t wrong about that haha! He’s an active guy
A wonderful build to perfection!.
Glad you like it!
Fridge idea is going to be implemented in my setup…thanks!
Awesome! Have fun!
Just want to say kudos on your superb build.
Thank you kindly
Dude has it figured out! Awesome!
Yeah!!
I’ve watched a zillion camper videos and this is in the top 5. Well done 👍 👍👍👍👍
Glad you liked it! thanks for the awesome comment
Looks very well thought out - well done!
Thank you! Cheers!
That's an awesome build 🙂👍🏾 the only thing I would do diff is a rechargeable water dispenser.
👏
Really nice setup. I'm retiring in 10 years and I was kind of dreading it until the idea of living small and traveling came along. Thanks for sharing and best of luck fro your journeys!
Best of luck! we love to hear about your excitement
Looks amazing! Really reminds me of something my dad would have. My only complain would be that I hate your water situation. All the little jugs are just taking up space. I would either move that 5 gallon jug to where your cups are, or mount one outside on the back. You could even plumb it so you could access it inside. And/or you could make a 3-5 gallon rain collection and filter system.
I'm not sure I'd trust a water collection with birds pooping n the vehicle.
excellent love how simple but we'll thought out it is,also reliable Toyota can't go wrong
you got it Barry!
Very nice design! I'm impressed.
Really nice work , really cool setup
This is a real beauty . Attractive simple and functional
glad you liked it!
Wow sweet build Paul! You could sell those things 💕👍
we sooo agree! Thanks for the feedback
Beyond impressive.
I love being a Bachelor, nice work Bro! Kudos 2U! !
Thanks Justin
@Just,
MGTOW!
[applause]
very nice! functional and meets his needs - what more can you ask for!
we so agree!
Looks like you are pretty handy with metal work
Yes! Paul's son helped him out with the build and it turned out great
Awesome build
Glad you think so!
Wow! Beautiful
Many many thanks
What a nice set up!
I think so too!
Super nice!
You take great videos man lots of work
Respect. Thanks man 🙌
Make them and I would buy one. Best I have seen.
We put a Dickinson in our cargo trailer conversion and now have one in our Scout, and love it. Nice little setup.
Happy Thanksgiving
Thanks, you too!
Great job!!!!!! Love it.
Fantastic build! I agree that is an excellent window.
Ok it is a super cool build,but come on man we need details! How did ,or who made this? Is it easy to make? Was it expensive? All aluminum, how was it welded? How was it attached to the bed.Its like hanging a steak in front of a hungry lion.lol
Paul and his son built it together, hence not having all those specs but we must say, they did an epic job :)
@Tob,
Links and that information 'is in the description below'.
Neat! Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
I have the same truck, you gave me good idea, thanks.
No problem 👍
Very Very NICE well done!!!!
thanks steve
Awesome job on the camper 👍
Glad you liked it!
I really like the aluminum camper. So aerodynamic, solid and I assume light weight. I might have to get the EBook and check out the build.
What is the ebook?
@@janettetaylor3683
Their link to their build-book is 'in the description below'.
Wow perfevt man! good job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Nice.. looks cozy.
it sure does!
Totally cool!
We so agree 😊
Very nice build !!!
Thanks!
Nice, that's all you need.
Definitely!
very beautiful job , nice truck too . cheers 😀
*Beautiful video!* 🇨🇦 *:D*
Glad you liked it!
Great video it gave me a lot of good ideas for mine
Glad to hear it!
Love the shape of the cover
rightt?!
This is a excellent set up.
Enough is enough, just right. Well thought out build covering all the bases for a single on the road. Only thing I would do is to have the exterior painted to match the truck.
Very very impressive work / setup. I loved it.
Glad you liked it!
Very creative and well planned.
Many many thanks
This guy is awesome. Nice build...& the campers good too. Lol
Hes pretty great - we agree
It's a great setup 👌 👍
I think so too!
This is beautiful work. Would love to see how he put it together.
very good your videos. I'm building a camper and the information is very important.
Great to hear!
This is an excellent build
100% agreed!
Looks great! My only issue would be utilizing the heating stove for food and water as well instead of having to use an additional gas stove.
Very nice! Love to have made on my ridgeline
You should!
Nice setup
We feel the same 😊
Thanks for sharing its awesome
Thanks for watching!
Cool idea!
Glad you think so!
I would have added a sleeper over the truck cab, but hey, I like this guys organization and skills very much and well done!!
This is awesome
Excellent
I agree with the comment below this is an amazing setup. Thanks for sharing from ontario.
Thanks for watching! Were in ontario as well :D
Now that’s innovation! 🤓
pretty amazing!