Thanks Pete. I have owned four teardrops and are about done building a tiny camper but a friend with serious mobility issues is interested in camping and I think that a cargo trailer with a 36 inch door would be perfect for him. You have some great ideas that make economic sense.
Sir I must admit that you did a great job for a conversion, it’s basic but complete and very comfortably safe camping.. awesome work and it’s a perfect stealthy camper. Enjoy sir well done and well deserved.
@@huckleberrychris I think he said: Diamond cargo empty weight 1300, around 700 pounds of gear - bed - ac - toilet etc. And GVWR 3500 pounds. Plenty of enclosed trailers for sale economically priced at the trailer manufactures and dealer lots in the middle of Douglas GA. These enclosed trailers taken care of hold their value unlike campers.
Not heard of that brand. They do have a, I think it's a 2000 lb GVWR single axle trailer. I'm not as familiar with the specs though. I only like to purchase the 3500 and up axles.
@@LookOutside... when I buy cargo trailers they mostly sit more than they run down the road I just buy the cheapest and most all of them go by the same dimensions on the inside and out some of them just use a little better quality and welding and a little bit more steel and metal used. And the stuff that comes out of the middle of Douglas Georgia is fast and economical but that's what everybody wants and buys. If you're not running it commercially, everyday and running It wide Open on the roads it should last for many and many of years. I have one that's a 2000 model and I've seen some cargo trailers still in the 1980s running around. But the biggest crazy thing I see is people selling cargo and race car bumper pull trailers they won't too much for them I can go buy new cheaper than what they are selling them for that's why I did go by new cargo trailers on mine.
Two little kids could sleep in that top bunk. Two small adults who like spooning could sleep in the top bunk with a whole bunch of kids in the lower bunk. This is definitely a family design. Love the teardrop-type outdoor kitchen. Like you I like to be outside when I'm camping unless you are stuck in a Walmart parking lot, then it's restaurant time.
Pete, I know that you have the 4.0L V6 in your 4Runner. Install a “Dry” cold air intake and have your 4Runner tuned with the Overland Torque Tune, (OTT). The OTT will increase your horsepower by 25 and your torque also by 25 more lb ft. You’ll also get 1-3 MORE mpg. We bought a new 23 Tacoma TRD Off Road, double cab, 6’ bed. Our (my) Tacoma has the 3.5L Naturally Aspirated (NA) V6. The factory horsepower is 278 and the torque is 265 at 3,800 RPM. After installing the cold air intake and the OTT, my Tacoma now has 318 horsepower and 295 lb ft of torque at 2,300 RPM. I’m getting 22mpg at 82mph with the cruise control set on I-90 in Montana. Here in north central Washington state I set the cruise on 75mph on I-90 and I’m getting 23.5 - 25mpg. Before installing the intake and the OTT, I was getting 21 mpg in WA and 19-20mpg in MT. The OTT costs $450 - $500 and it’s worth every penny. Safe travels, Man !
Great job on the conversion👍👍. I'm going to do the exact same only difference will be a hinged roof over the cooking area. Once the barn doors open you can latch the roof and keep the doors in place. possibly put up a shower curtain and have an outdoor shower. Happy camping.
@@AdventureContinuesAgain Thanks for sharing your build. Always good to learn new tips. Here's a good video I think you will like. It's packed with good info! Title, "Should a Travel Trailer be Level When Towing? Answered | The Savvy Campers" (at channel, The Savvy Campers). Also, its really key to get many aspect right, such as the % of the total load resting on the tongue. Here is a good article from Consumer Reports. They even consulted with the NTSA. Title: Should a Travel Trailer be Level When Towing? Answered | The Savvy Campers Subtitle: Expert advice to help make your towing adventure a smooth experience (Aug. 29, 2019) I hope you enjoy your camping!
I like it! It would sure be nice if they had a place in my community where I could take our trailer, which is the same type as the one you have, with the door on the side, where I could have a crew build one like the one you have. For now, our trailer is used for storing the things she makes for craft shows. Well done! Excellent design!
Dude I dig it. The bunk bed was the exact solution I needed to see. The rear kitchen is perfect. With the exception of my own preferences and a shower/toilet insert I am going to use a lot of your design in our refit. Perfect hunting trailer design.
Great set up we are thinking of doing something like this for a beach runner and wrapping it. So when we hit the beach with our family we have room for everyone and our stuff
Simplicity, affordability and practicality. I'm loving everything about this build! It works for him and his family, and that is all that matters. He stated pretty clearly that he does not boondock, so his setup must be perfect for campgrounds with hookups. It also sounds like when he goes camping he does not go just to sit inside his trailer and play with electronics. He wants to sit, eat and be outdoors and use his trailer for sleeping. In that case, his build is even more perfect for him and his family. That looks like one comfortable bed set up..... Well done!!!!
Sorry hit send to early...use a marine porta potty and a salamander wood burning heating unit vented up top and has copper and tile heat resistance around it...looking to go bigger and like to boondocks... thanks
Watched your video from one of the TH-cam recommendations. Good job on the camper build. It looks pretty good and functional. As someone else mentioned, an awning off the rear would be good for your camp kitchen. Happy camping and maybe we will see you out there.
Looks great and very functional! I'd suggest putting an in-line water diverter valve to reduce the sink flow by about 90%... that's wasting WAY too much water.
Looks really great and clean. Well thought out and love the less is more especially with the toilet. It has everything you need and then some. Thank you for shating.
Wow, great build. You may want to consider building these for sale because that is the perfect size for a small family. I'd rather have that than an actual travel trailer pre made and very overpriced.
Love your trailer, what a great idea with the bunk beds. And of course as an avid downhill rider I'm here checking out your hardtail 😆 What a cool way to mount bikes!
DUDE! We live in Wilmington, I know exactly where your avatar picture was taken and we literally just bought the same trailer from the same dealer you bought it from. All without ever knowing you existed until researching building it out tonight. This is a crazy, crazy world. Nice build, by the way. 👍🏻
That's awesome. Im in Uwharrie forest inside my camper as I am replying. 68 degrees inside, 27 degrees outside. Would love to see your finished project.
should do a little window with a black out cover for it into the kitchen so you can see what's going on in the back and possible take pictures of the bears next time. LOL :) Awesome little stealth camper.
I had a lot of people comment on the bear story. When I said outdoor kitchen, I meant when we were camping in tents not the camper. I actually close the doors on the kitchen when we sleep.
I like this conversion the best. I would like to have a similar conversion, though I would have to go taller, since I am 7 feet tall and would also want to use hammocks instead of any kind of bed. It's just me anyway. I would also like to add a screen door on the side, but stay away from bears. LOL
Good job! Glad it works for you and your family. I like the bed situation but I would have to have a full queen and anything else would be a deal breaker.
Unfortunately I could not fit a queen in there. 7X14 would probably work better for a bigger bed. Im 5'11 and the full is fine. Don't get me wrong, I would not want to sleep in a bed that small at home, but for trips it's fine. 12 inch memory foam mattress so it's very comfortable.
I've seen people that would not fit in a queen.All kidding aside,you did a great job!Hubby and I would kill each other in a double.We are old and sleep on a king sized waterbed here a home.😂
Generally, as long as your gray tank contains water that was used for washing, it's legal to dump it on the ground. Note: Some boondockers have stated that this only applies to gray water from a shower or sink that was captured in a tub or bucket, but water that was allowed to drain into the gray tank is not.
What is being hurt by pouring gray water on the ground? Someone should get the bears and mountain lions a black tank and then train them to empty it….on the ground. 😮
I learned dont store mountain bikes in the vertical position on a wall for a long time. Air creeps into the hydraulic system and will corrode. I had to replace the braking system on my two mountain bikes because of this.
...I store all my mountain bikes in the vertical position in my garage and have never had any problems. I have been doing this for years. You should not have any air in your lines, you may need to bleed your brakes.
Here's my one take because you really got it going good there, however, the rear doors I believe, should lift up from the bottom with a couple of hydraulic lift cylinders just like a car back hatch Lifts up for shade while cooking etc. Thank you for sharing 🤠
perfect perfect perfect...only thing that would have made it just able to live in is a shower and a way to have the bed fold up something sort of like a murphy bed but i get totally what u were going for and a toilet is better than getting up in the middle of the night and leaving the camper lol ...fantastic job..i would pay for u to make me one with just a few slight adds or minuses...the bunk bed idea was really smart if u dont have kids and ur by urself more storage up there or other ways to use that top bunk as well as the windows and doors...5k for trailer and modifications or 5k just for the modifications ??
Amen to your comment on being outside, but having a comfortable place to sleep away from the bears. I am planning on doing a similar type of build. One question: does your trailer have brakes or are you relying on your vehicle?
No trailer brakes. It only weighs 2000 lbs. I keep my distance to give a little extra time for braking. That being said, trailer brakes are definitely a safe and good thing to have.
Thank you for adding the additional photos at the end ofbthe video. Question, did the trailer come with that thin panel board on the inside walls? Can you please tell me what you did to improve and insulate the walls and ceiling? Did you add another layer of plywood? Or? Thank you.
Next month I'm going to buy a 20 foot moving truck. I want to create a small 10 x 7 living space near the cab, and then I'll wall off the back half. It'll have 2 uses: during the day it'll be used for making short/local hauls in town for people for things like furniture; that will be an easy source of income each day; $100/Load. In the evening as a ministry option, the back area will easily get turned into a nice space to sleep in, so that a homeless person can stay warm and safe. I can either make them a meal, and provide them with a food, water, clothes, hygiene products, a Bible, the hammock & sleeping bag that they slept in, and $100 cash. I need to give a huge shout out to Josh who has a YT channel called: "ACTS INITIATIVE. This week I was really inspired by his amazing 24 part series called "Dead Church", that talks about the importance of not living above and beyond, but living to constantly help others who desperately in need. So this is why I'm excited to be moving out of a stick & brick next month.
Love this! We are Florida tent campers, and we have the portable ac etc but still the summer kills! This would be perfect for the 3 of us!! We were looking at pop ups and stuff but for the price and no insulation, couldn't justify it. I had built an enclosed trailer to haul our camping gear, but I think it's time to move on! The only down side we are having is our truck is the 4 cylinder Colorado which says it's towing capacity of 3500 but a total GVWR of 5500 so I'm a little confused on that stuff, but we def need to be camping trailer style now. Do you have blue prints for this or any advice? Thanks!!
If stay off the interstate, keeping it at 55 on the highway, I think you would not have any problems towing it with your truck. I don't have any building plans, I kinda just winged it. My advice is to buy a cargo trailer and use your imagination. Decide on what's most important. Beds, kitchen, bathroom. Look at other camper conversions and get ideas.
@@AdventureContinuesAgain ya that's what we were thinking too. I'd be curious to see what my 6x8 I closed I made weighs. I don't do over 65 and it pulls fine and I still get 17mph.. the only good thing about my 4cy 😂 . One day I'll do it.
Love your video, I want to add a shower as well with only one sofa bed. Hey I have a 2021 4 runner and yeah at 3000 pds it seems to drop in the back and slight struggle. What year is your 4runner?
You would probably want to go with a 7X14 size camper if you want an inside kitchen. I was just trying to go as small as possible and have a toilet and kitchen.
I have been considering a similar design, love the kitchen setup! I do 90/10% boon docking/campground. I know it's more expensive to have 2 axles, 4 tires and increased weight but I think it would handle better on a windy day or on a rough road. If you got a flat tire on a highway you almost have to pull over immediately. Does your trailer have its own brakes?
No brakes. Its super light. I have gone down some pretty nasty fire roads with no problem. Double axle will probably ride better but decrease your fuel efficiency. Just personal preference.
Love your cargo trailer camper build. Simple is the best. Do you have a link to your kitchen utensil holder? Looking forward to see more of your videos.
Do you by chance have the measurements for the wood used to frame the kitchen. Also I noticed you mudding the trailer, did you add any insulation? We are in a colder climate
How did you add an external air intake. Is that just a hose pointed to the intake of the AC or was that a 2 hose system to begin with? Can you maybe share a better picture of the AC?
Wanted to go as small as possible, almost like a teardrop camper. Easy to tow, easy to store. I really enjoy tent camping, cooking outside, I didn't want to lose that feeling with a giant camper.
@@AdventureContinuesAgain Sounds good Im just doing my Durango bed platform with gear storage now 2022 j-f-m-a- then build my 6x10 flatbed trailer into a lite camper / Trout & Bass Fishing - camping traveling. johnson City area, from Greensboro
Very nice. I'm making one that's going to look similar to that. 4x8 dimensions with a 6'3" height. I have a question. I'm framing it out of metal. I like your exterior walls what kind of material is it and where would I get it?
Exterior walls are aluminum, I purchased the trailer already built, I only did the interior. If you make a 4X8 thats only going to give your enough room for a bed, like a tear drop camper. You might find it is cheaper to purchase a cargo trailer already fabricated.
Thanks Pete. I have owned four teardrops and are about done building a tiny camper but a friend with serious mobility issues is interested in camping and I think that a cargo trailer with a 36 inch door would be perfect for him. You have some great ideas that make economic sense.
Sir I must admit that you did a great job for a conversion, it’s basic but complete and very comfortably safe camping.. awesome work and it’s a perfect stealthy camper. Enjoy sir well done and well deserved.
Hey thanks!
Ours is a 7 x 16 with 7' interior height. We have the ramp which we drop down to make a porch. Bug screen to separate interior from porch
Brantley, what brand is yours and how much does it weight? Sounds like the perfect size for me. Do you have videos?
@@huckleberrychris I think he said: Diamond cargo empty weight 1300, around 700 pounds of gear - bed - ac - toilet etc. And GVWR 3500 pounds. Plenty of enclosed trailers for sale economically priced at the trailer manufactures and dealer lots in the middle of Douglas GA. These enclosed trailers taken care of hold their value unlike campers.
@@tomtee4442 Brantley's is bigger though. and maybe a different manufacturer
Not heard of that brand. They do have a, I think it's a 2000 lb GVWR single axle trailer. I'm not as familiar with the specs though. I only like to purchase the 3500 and up axles.
@@LookOutside... when I buy cargo trailers they mostly sit more than they run down the road I just buy the cheapest and most all of them go by the same dimensions on the inside and out some of them just use a little better quality and welding and a little bit more steel and metal used. And the stuff that comes out of the middle of Douglas Georgia is fast and economical but that's what everybody wants and buys. If you're not running it commercially, everyday and running It wide Open on the roads it should last for many and many of years. I have one that's a 2000 model and I've seen some cargo trailers still in the 1980s running around. But the biggest crazy thing I see is people selling cargo and race car bumper pull trailers they won't too much for them I can go buy new cheaper than what they are selling them for that's why I did go by new cargo trailers on mine.
Two little kids could sleep in that top bunk. Two small adults who like spooning could sleep in the top bunk with a whole bunch of kids in the lower bunk. This is definitely a family design. Love the teardrop-type outdoor kitchen. Like you I like to be outside when I'm camping unless you are stuck in a Walmart parking lot, then it's restaurant time.
For sure. Thanks
Thanks for sharing your great ideas! I'm converting a 4x6 into a microcamper and it's a challenge with such a small area.
4x6 would be a really fun build. I would like to try a 4x8 build overlander style.
Pete,
I know that you have the 4.0L V6 in your 4Runner.
Install a “Dry” cold air intake and have your 4Runner tuned with the Overland Torque Tune, (OTT).
The OTT will increase your horsepower by 25 and your torque also by 25 more lb ft. You’ll also get 1-3 MORE mpg.
We bought a new 23 Tacoma TRD Off Road, double cab, 6’ bed.
Our (my) Tacoma has the 3.5L Naturally Aspirated (NA) V6.
The factory horsepower is 278 and the torque is 265 at 3,800 RPM.
After installing the cold air intake and the OTT, my Tacoma now has 318 horsepower and 295 lb ft of torque at 2,300 RPM.
I’m getting 22mpg at 82mph with the cruise control set on I-90 in Montana.
Here in north central Washington state I set the cruise on 75mph on I-90 and I’m getting 23.5 - 25mpg.
Before installing the intake and the OTT, I was getting 21 mpg in WA and 19-20mpg in MT.
The OTT costs $450 - $500 and it’s worth every penny.
Safe travels, Man !
Great job on the conversion👍👍. I'm going to do the exact same only difference will be a hinged roof over the cooking area. Once the barn doors open you can latch the roof and keep the doors in place. possibly put up a shower curtain and have an outdoor shower. Happy camping.
That sounds really cool
@@AdventureContinuesAgain Thanks for sharing your build. Always good to learn new tips.
Here's a good video I think you will like. It's packed with good info!
Title, "Should a Travel Trailer be Level When Towing? Answered | The Savvy Campers" (at channel, The Savvy Campers).
Also, its really key to get many aspect right, such as the % of the total load resting on the tongue. Here is a good article from Consumer Reports. They even consulted with the NTSA. Title:
Should a Travel Trailer be Level When Towing? Answered | The Savvy Campers
Subtitle: Expert advice to help make your towing adventure a smooth experience
(Aug. 29, 2019)
I hope you enjoy your camping!
This is an excellent job, well put together, and some real no nonsense build out
I like it! It would sure be nice if they had a place in my community where I could take our trailer, which is the same type as the one you have, with the door on the side, where I could have a crew build one like the one you have. For now, our trailer is used for storing the things she makes for craft shows. Well done! Excellent design!
Dude I dig it. The bunk bed was the exact solution I needed to see. The rear kitchen is perfect. With the exception of my own preferences and a shower/toilet insert I am going to use a lot of your design in our refit. Perfect hunting trailer design.
Awesome, glad you liked my ideas
Very well done!! I like the kitchen being outside also.
One for the best build I've seen in years... Great work. Camp on.👍👍👍
Thanks!
I like your idea for the toilet for the same reasons as you and it is nice to be safe from bears or other predators especially the two legged kind
Great set up we are thinking of doing something like this for a beach runner and wrapping it. So when we hit the beach with our family we have room for everyone and our stuff
Wow. You did a awesome job brother. Thanks for sharing👍👍
Awesome camper! I love the ideas. Gives me something to work with on my own build. One of the best i've seen.
Thanks! Hope it inspires your build.
Simplicity, affordability and practicality. I'm loving everything about this build! It works for him and his family, and that is all that matters. He stated pretty clearly that he does not boondock, so his setup must be perfect for campgrounds with hookups. It also sounds like when he goes camping he does not go just to sit inside his trailer and play with electronics. He wants to sit, eat and be outdoors and use his trailer for sleeping. In that case, his build is even more perfect for him and his family. That looks like one comfortable bed set up..... Well done!!!!
Awesome I have a similar older set up with a smaller cargo trailer.
No kitchen set up, that's awesome
Sorry hit send to early...use a marine porta potty and a salamander wood burning heating unit vented up top and has copper and tile heat resistance around it...looking to go bigger and like to boondocks... thanks
Man I love this idea,wanted a nice trailer but this seems more logical and if need storage in the winter months,great idea dude no shame
Watched your video from one of the TH-cam recommendations. Good job on the camper build. It looks pretty good and functional. As someone else mentioned, an awning off the rear would be good for your camp kitchen. Happy camping and maybe we will see you out there.
You should move the refrigerator door hinges to the other side. Easier access. The hinges are really easy to move.
So many people have commented on that. I actually did have it switched back the door was banging the frame of the camper so I switched it back.
Outside of maybe adding an awning for the rear kitchen and the side for lounging I think some solar panels and a lithium battery pack could be handy.
I was thinking it would be a bit of bugger to use the kitchen of it was raining...
Very nice build, you did a wonderful job! 👍
Thank you!
Looks great and very functional! I'd suggest putting an in-line water diverter valve to reduce the sink flow by about 90%... that's wasting WAY too much water.
Good idea thanks
Looks really great and clean. Well thought out and love the less is more especially with the toilet. It has everything you need and then some. Thank you for shating.
Thanks!
Wow, great build. You may want to consider building these for sale because that is the perfect size for a small family. I'd rather have that than an actual travel trailer pre made and very overpriced.
Thanks!!!
Wow, great job, this is likely right up my alley! thank you for posting your handy work!
Thanks! Good luck with your build.
You can re-hinge the fridge door to the other side for a little more convenience. Great build
Thanks. I know. I had to hinge it that way so it would hit the side of the camper
Your build is one of the inspirations for ours, heck of a job!
Oh thanks!
I just watched your videos, looks like a work in progress. Would love to see the finished product.
Love your trailer, what a great idea with the bunk beds. And of course as an avid downhill rider I'm here checking out your hardtail 😆
What a cool way to mount bikes!
LOL
DUDE! We live in Wilmington, I know exactly where your avatar picture was taken and we literally just bought the same trailer from the same dealer you bought it from.
All without ever knowing you existed until researching building it out tonight.
This is a crazy, crazy world.
Nice build, by the way. 👍🏻
That's awesome. Im in Uwharrie forest inside my camper as I am replying. 68 degrees inside, 27 degrees outside. Would love to see your finished project.
@@AdventureContinuesAgain - We don’t have a TH-cam channel, but we’ll try to make a non-cringe video of it once we’re finished.
Gave me some killer ideas for my own build thanks brother
Great! Glad you liked it. Good luck.
Very nice. Everything is well planned out. Like it a lot.
should do a little window with a black out cover for it into the kitchen so you can see what's going on in the back and possible take pictures of the bears next time. LOL :) Awesome little stealth camper.
I had a lot of people comment on the bear story. When I said outdoor kitchen, I meant when we were camping in tents not the camper. I actually close the doors on the kitchen when we sleep.
Dope build 🙂👍🏾
Stranded wire carries electric around each strain. The more and smaller the diameter of the strain wires the better.
Very awesome and thank you for sharing your project.
Thanks
Well done. Wish I had that skill set.
Thanks! Doesn't take much skill, you can do it!
I like this conversion the best. I would like to have a similar conversion, though I would have to go taller, since I am 7 feet tall and would also want to use hammocks instead of any kind of bed. It's just me anyway. I would also like to add a screen door on the side, but stay away from bears. LOL
Most of the trailer companies will build any measurements you want, so a taller ceiling is totally doable.
Love the bunk beds.
Thanks!
Thanks for some great ideas! Happy camping!
Finally...someone pulling with a SUV and not just a pickup truck.
4runner is pretty capable for a V6. Just went up to the mountains and it had no problem pulling up some high passes
YOU ARE A TRUE,CRAFTSMAN. NICE WORK!🍒👍✌
Thanks Robert!
Good job! Glad it works for you and your family. I like the bed situation but I would have to have a full queen and anything else would be a deal breaker.
Unfortunately I could not fit a queen in there. 7X14 would probably work better for a bigger bed. Im 5'11 and the full is fine. Don't get me wrong, I would not want to sleep in a bed that small at home, but for trips it's fine. 12 inch memory foam mattress so it's very comfortable.
@kellimatthews1923 . . . Good point! I have seen people in Walmart who wouldn't fit in a double bed.
I've seen people that would not fit in a queen.All kidding aside,you did a great job!Hubby and I would kill each other in a double.We are old and sleep on a king sized waterbed here a home.😂
Don’t know what state you’re in but most places it’s illegal to dump grey water on the ground.
Generally, as long as your gray tank contains water that was used for washing, it's legal to dump it on the ground. Note: Some boondockers have stated that this only applies to gray water from a shower or sink that was captured in a tub or bucket, but water that was allowed to drain into the gray tank is not.
What is being hurt by pouring gray water on the ground? Someone should get the bears and mountain lions a black tank and then train them to empty it….on the ground. 😮
Always a Karen involved.
Can always put a clear container with lid (cut hole in container for drain) under trailer to catch gray water. Dispose later
This is a great build! Thanks for sharing and blessings!😇🙏🏽💜💜💜
Thank you so much
4Runner always!!
Still made in Japan and awesome
Great job we recently converted a cargo trailer too and loved the whole process of building it exactly how we wanted it
That's what makes conversions great, accomplishing the build and then getting to camp in it.
Great kitchen set up!
I learned dont store mountain bikes in the vertical position on a wall for a long time. Air creeps into the hydraulic system and will corrode. I had to replace the braking system on my two mountain bikes because of this.
...I store all my mountain bikes in the vertical position in my garage and have never had any problems. I have been doing this for years. You should not have any air in your lines, you may need to bleed your brakes.
This is an awesome Rig!
Here's my one take because you really got it going good there, however, the rear doors I believe, should lift up from the bottom with a couple of hydraulic lift cylinders just like a car back hatch Lifts up for shade while cooking etc. Thank you for sharing 🤠
Great idea
perfect perfect perfect...only thing that would have made it just able to live in is a shower and a way to have the bed fold up something sort of like a murphy bed but i get totally what u were going for and a toilet is better than getting up in the middle of the night and leaving the camper lol ...fantastic job..i would pay for u to make me one with just a few slight adds or minuses...the bunk bed idea was really smart if u dont have kids and ur by urself more storage up there or other ways to use that top bunk as well as the windows and doors...5k for trailer and modifications or 5k just for the modifications ??
Under 5K for everything, probably closer to $4800
Love this! Well done
Thanks Dave
Nice! Looks really good
Thanks!!!
Amen to your comment on being outside, but having a comfortable place to sleep away from the bears. I am planning on doing a similar type of build. One question: does your trailer have brakes or are you relying on your vehicle?
No trailer brakes. It only weighs 2000 lbs. I keep my distance to give a little extra time for braking. That being said, trailer brakes are definitely a safe and good thing to have.
Thank you for adding the additional photos at the end ofbthe video.
Question, did the trailer come with that thin panel board on the inside walls? Can you please tell me what you did to improve and insulate the walls and ceiling? Did you add another layer of plywood? Or?
Thank you.
Yes I ordered it with the walls in place and insulated. Although the installation is very minimal. I just caulk and painted.
Absolutely brilliant!
Awesome set up!!
Thanks
Nicely done.
Thanks!
Nice build, thanks for sharing....
Next month I'm going to buy a 20 foot moving truck. I want to create a small 10 x 7 living space near the cab, and then I'll wall off the back half. It'll have 2 uses: during the day it'll be used for making short/local hauls in town for people for things like furniture; that will be an easy source of income each day; $100/Load. In the evening as a ministry option, the back area will easily get turned into a nice space to sleep in, so that a homeless person can stay warm and safe. I can either make them a meal, and provide them with a food, water, clothes, hygiene products, a Bible, the hammock & sleeping bag that they slept in, and $100 cash. I need to give a huge shout out to Josh who has a YT channel called: "ACTS INITIATIVE. This week I was really inspired by his amazing 24 part series called "Dead Church", that talks about the importance of not living above and beyond, but living to constantly help others who desperately in need. So this is why I'm excited to be moving out of a stick & brick next month.
You’re a bad ass sir!
WOW! Thanks for this video.
Great ideas! Thanks!
Thanks
That is Stupendous!
Thanks
Great simple job.
Better than a schoolie, less attention
Wow lots of storage in the bathroom
For sure
Love this! We are Florida tent campers, and we have the portable ac etc but still the summer kills! This would be perfect for the 3 of us!! We were looking at pop ups and stuff but for the price and no insulation, couldn't justify it. I had built an enclosed trailer to haul our camping gear, but I think it's time to move on! The only down side we are having is our truck is the 4 cylinder Colorado which says it's towing capacity of 3500 but a total GVWR of 5500 so I'm a little confused on that stuff, but we def need to be camping trailer style now. Do you have blue prints for this or any advice? Thanks!!
If stay off the interstate, keeping it at 55 on the highway, I think you would not have any problems towing it with your truck. I don't have any building plans, I kinda just winged it. My advice is to buy a cargo trailer and use your imagination. Decide on what's most important. Beds, kitchen, bathroom. Look at other camper conversions and get ideas.
@@AdventureContinuesAgain ya that's what we were thinking too. I'd be curious to see what my 6x8 I closed I made weighs. I don't do over 65 and it pulls fine and I still get 17mph.. the only good thing about my 4cy 😂 . One day I'll do it.
Love your video, I want to add a shower as well with only one sofa bed. Hey
I have a 2021 4 runner and yeah at 3000 pds it seems to drop in the back and slight struggle. What year is your 4runner?
I had a 2014 4runner, loved it, but upgraded to a 2024 Tundra.
I think as a female camper I would prefer to put the kitchen inside especially if it should rain. Would the bunk not fit sideways?
You would probably want to go with a 7X14 size camper if you want an inside kitchen. I was just trying to go as small as possible and have a toilet and kitchen.
Looks like breakfast is at your campsite in June.
Forward sure! Ha ha
Looks solid if you're driving on flat asphalt or concrete...would you trust that off road or deep in the mountains on fire roads?
Very nice and simple. but not these days with the price of wood....lol
For sure. Hopefully Lumber prices will come down soon.
With space to have in future !!
Cool 😎 rig.
Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I have been considering a similar design, love the kitchen setup! I do 90/10% boon docking/campground. I know it's more expensive to have 2 axles, 4 tires and increased weight but I think it would handle better on a windy day or on a rough road. If you got a flat tire on a highway you almost have to pull over immediately. Does your trailer have its own brakes?
No brakes. Its super light. I have gone down some pretty nasty fire roads with no problem. Double axle will probably ride better but decrease your fuel efficiency. Just personal preference.
Love your cargo trailer camper build. Simple is the best. Do you have a link to your kitchen utensil holder? Looking forward to see more of your videos.
Love your trailer; first time watching! (What was the name of your toilet?)
5L Portable Outdoor Indoor Travel Camping Bucket Toilet Vehicle Potty Commode US a.co/d/7ca3vkY
@@AdventureContinuesAgain Awesome, thank you so much for replying, & so quickly! 🤗 Much fun on your travels!!
Love it great job thanks
Great job!
Capture grey water use to extinguish campfire
Very nice.
Thanks
Do you by chance have the measurements for the wood used to frame the kitchen.
Also I noticed you mudding the trailer, did you add any insulation? We are in a colder climate
@cricketcricket5547 sorry I can’t remember the measurements. I'm not sure what mudding is, can you explain?
@AdventureContinuesAgain It looked like you mudded the seams and I thought perhaps you did some sort of insulating
Ccs sticker nice
Ha, yeah, my son is a little ripper.
Nice job!!
Thank you
Very cool.
Thanks Mark
Great job...
Nice job. Now do one for me. 😬
Hey thanks
very nice!
Thanks Dan
That fridge had alot of food! 😂
Awesome job!!!!!!
Thanks!
Nice job enjoy it!
Great Job.
How did you add an external air intake. Is that just a hose pointed to the intake of the AC or was that a 2 hose system to begin with? Can you maybe share a better picture of the AC?
Sweet
How nice of the people to show us their builds but your dragging them out too long!
@@LeahDailey-t5m Sorry, it was a lot to explain.
genius!
Hi & Lee from Tenn./Va/NC area . Looks like a good project. Why did you chose this size 6x12x?
Wanted to go as small as possible, almost like a teardrop camper. Easy to tow, easy to store. I really enjoy tent camping, cooking outside, I didn't want to lose that feeling with a giant camper.
@@AdventureContinuesAgain Sounds good Im just doing my Durango bed platform with gear storage now 2022 j-f-m-a- then build my 6x10 flatbed trailer into a lite camper / Trout & Bass Fishing - camping traveling. johnson City area, from Greensboro
Very nice. I'm making one that's going to look similar to that. 4x8 dimensions with a 6'3" height. I have a question. I'm framing it out of metal. I like your exterior walls what kind of material is it and where would I get it?
Exterior walls are aluminum, I purchased the trailer already built, I only did the interior. If you make a 4X8 thats only going to give your enough room for a bed, like a tear drop camper. You might find it is cheaper to purchase a cargo trailer already fabricated.
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I appreciate your input.