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Cargo Trailer to Camper Conversion - 1st Phase 

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This is the first phase of my cargo trailer to camper conversion. I took a stock cargo trailer, insulated it, ran electrical, added an RV vent fan, and put up a shiplap ceiling.
I'll be adding windows, solar, plumbing and so forth in coming videos.
I've never built anything like this before and I've never created a video for youtube, so please comment and let me know what you think and what you'd like to see!

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@AlamoCityCello
@AlamoCityCello 3 года назад
Nice work! A couple of ideas. Before adding insulation, rust proof the iron beams. Humidity builds up inside a trailer. Kinda amazing the factory paint the beams all the way. Also seal the aluminum seams from the inside so water can't get in. Something like Flex Seal works well. Lastly, add some silicone paint to the roof. Tropi-cool reflects UV. All the Best!
@dedpoptart
@dedpoptart 3 года назад
As a half time off grid traveler this comment is gold!
@SoaringSpirit1111
@SoaringSpirit1111 3 года назад
Thank you ! Will file that away -:) Appreciate that. Cant wait to start mine.
@michaellavinder1191
@michaellavinder1191 3 года назад
John Stuart thank you for that intel. I just picked up all you suggested and still I can’t find the insulation panels that I should run with for my 7x16 trailers. Any suggestions?
@gwendolynjackson827
@gwendolynjackson827 3 года назад
First video that make me feel I could do this so far, with an exception to the electricity. Great learning video to make conversion look simple. Thanks for sharing, will save in my notes to follow during my build that I am saving up for.
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
Glad to help! Good luck with your future build!
@mobilehomelife4028
@mobilehomelife4028 3 года назад
You can do this! My background is in computers, not plumbing, or carpentry or electricity! I will keep any eye on your channel, hope one day to see videos of your build.
@samijust8689
@samijust8689 3 года назад
My thoughts exactly! Except I found a trailer on Craigslist with most done at a better price than what it would be to do it myself. I’ve gotta figure out the bed and bathroom situation, but it’s definitely exciting! I had a class “C” RV and it was in the shop what felt like 8 months out of the year. Pretty sure this is the way to go!
@rajivsingh1999
@rajivsingh1999 Год назад
Sick. I just got one of these in an auction for $450! 2022. I want to load my jet ski in the back and make it like a toy hauler set up!
@ThePrayerBus
@ThePrayerBus 3 года назад
We love your build! We converted a cargo trailer into a camper too and then decided we were going to go tiny feel free to follow along to our journey! Enjoy!
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
That sounds like an awesome direction to go!
@ThePrayerBus
@ThePrayerBus 3 года назад
Yes we’re pretty excited! Enjoy building and your cargo trailer conversion!
@crabby117
@crabby117 3 года назад
You,’ve made it look easy so far!
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
Thanks! If only it was as easy as it looks :)
@asmodean2042
@asmodean2042 3 года назад
A chalk line is a wonderful invention for marking material
@mobilehomelife4028
@mobilehomelife4028 3 года назад
I had to remove 500+ steel rivets in bus, in winter. My air tool naturally kept freezing up so had to use a hammer, punch and chisel, your lucky!
@dansmith8391
@dansmith8391 Месяц назад
Great build! I have a similar trailer, curved wall to ceiling area. I insulated like you but need ideas on how to finish the “crown moulding “ area. Thoughts?
@racheec2398
@racheec2398 3 года назад
🙋🏼‍♀️hey there! Tnx for having filmed your process- Im just back tracking to your 1st video after seeing your shower build. My YT search for specifically that🚿, brought me to you. Last year I purchased a 7×16 nose tip cargo that is partially wired wth a basic bunk bed set up. A shower/toilet system is a must if I'm to finish this conversion :*) Soooo...I'm selling the 26ft parked seasonal trailer 😁
@jessepagac2111
@jessepagac2111 2 года назад
Music is solid
@Ricxxstr
@Ricxxstr 3 года назад
Looking good.. your doing a great job
@PrestonGFreeman
@PrestonGFreeman 3 года назад
Solid work.
@clintstinytrailerconversio5560
@clintstinytrailerconversio5560 3 года назад
They make a thing called drywall square.
@djc6436-e4h
@djc6436-e4h 3 года назад
Nice job!
@danielobrien7721
@danielobrien7721 2 года назад
Nice job, I'm in the process of converting an Interstate 6x10 load runner. I started with the insulation and now I'm wanting to put in an RV style door handle similar to yours. I have the same original door design as your model but I have some concerns about the tension the angled hinges put on the door since I can see the wall flex when I put force on it to get the door to close completely. Does yours have similar tension? Did you drill through the frame to to receive the bolt from the lock?
@BlackBeltScrub
@BlackBeltScrub 3 года назад
Be Free Builds... hey if anything your marketing team is top notch, lol. -JJ
@MrJoey1570
@MrJoey1570 3 года назад
Man! Get a 4' T square!
@fernandotarin
@fernandotarin 10 месяцев назад
Great built did you use staples or brad nails on the ceiling and what size ???
@jadefritz3035
@jadefritz3035 3 года назад
We are also planning on converting our 7 x 14 trailer. I agree with a couple other comments about the music. Too irritating, what I want to hear is your thought process. Give reasons for your insulation choice, electrical design, etc... I am trying to learn from each video I watch..if I have to guess at what is being shown - it doesn't help.
@tommccoy9611
@tommccoy9611 2 года назад
how far down did you send the insulation, the walls and floor are independent of each other, did you take you take it all the way to the frame, or stop at bottom of floor
@pjf7943
@pjf7943 3 года назад
Terrific music!!! I find overhead lighting to be irritating within a short time. Under-counter, under the toekick of the cabinetry is less obtrusive.
@DesignBuildFixReview
@DesignBuildFixReview 3 года назад
I like your recording format, can see what others dont record, so procise. I have watched a lot of videos. If I ever get started will use your video for reference the most for this portion at least. Question to avoid making hole in ceiling would you think the fan could be used on the side of the trailor? Sure scary to cut into ceiling.
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying it! It could be put on the side I guess, but most of them are designed for the ceiling. I'd imagine you'd have to do some work to seal it and support it differently though.
@MrJoey1570
@MrJoey1570 3 года назад
Ceiling install is gravy watch some videos nothing to it and no leaks!!
@michaelgriego9706
@michaelgriego9706 3 года назад
doing a great job , where did you get the shiplap @ and also what is the size of the recepticle boxes there pretty flush .
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
Thanks! I got the shiplap at Lowes. I also got the shallow electrical boxes there as well. I think they're 1 inch deep
@nathanielgordon3688
@nathanielgordon3688 3 года назад
impressed
@creativebond
@creativebond 3 года назад
How is it insured? As a camper or trailer? What about registration? Thanks.
@michaelgriego9706
@michaelgriego9706 3 года назад
Nice job where can i buy the same fan you installed , could you please send info thanks .
@Jlomb436
@Jlomb436 3 года назад
Nice man! Looks great. Did you special order form Trailers Plus or straight off the lot? Seems lots are empty as heck right now.
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
Yeah I ended ordering it online and picking it up. Had to drive a few cities over to get it though
@mikev5012
@mikev5012 3 года назад
Would have loved to see video of you putting that RV latch in :) How is the roof vent holding up? I bought one of those steel vent frames from Trailerplus but I'm thinking about tossing it.
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
I tried to shoot the RV latch install, but it was really hard to see the work. The roof vent seems to be doing great. Haven't seen much rain though, but no complaints.
@greggoett
@greggoett 3 года назад
Why didn't you alternate the ends of the shiplap? Instead of having 1 seam of butt joints in the center, stagger them across the entire ceiling. Stronger board to board, and most importantly.. not a visual break.
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
Good idea, would have definitely been better
@heartofdixie67
@heartofdixie67 3 года назад
Dumb Question, Why no insulation in the ceiling ???
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
I did get insulation in the ceiling, just didn't get any video of it
@larrybe2900
@larrybe2900 3 года назад
@@befreebuilds For insulating purposes only, could the insulation have been slid down behind the bottom sheets of wall covering without taking them off?
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
@@larrybe2900 in this case there are crossbeams that block it :(
@scottgorman7166
@scottgorman7166 2 года назад
@@larrybe2900 have to wire behind the plywood also and cut for boxes
@cestlavieization
@cestlavieization 3 года назад
My partner and I are going to be converting the same style trailer soon. Can I ask how deep you were able to make the kitchen cabinets? I have been worried about the space between the front wall and the door.. Also, were you able to insulate the floor?
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
The cabinets depth varies quite a bit since the wall is curved, but I was trying to make them the standard depth (24.5 inches iirc). I didn't insulate the floor.
@tomcatt998
@tomcatt998 3 года назад
Good job,,, but that racket hadda B muted.
@davidpayne1519
@davidpayne1519 3 года назад
Would have watched, music done me in
@tennysontappan5349
@tennysontappan5349 3 года назад
Just curious what is the width of your bed frame?
@tennysontappan5349
@tennysontappan5349 3 года назад
Well width and length I guess I’m looking for. My interior trailer width wall to wall is only 69”. I thought for sure it would be wider.
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
It's around 78 x 61.. just about fits a queen sized mattress. It's a little short, but it squeezes in there okay.
@truthhurts3480
@truthhurts3480 3 года назад
Dump the music
@EthicsOfWar
@EthicsOfWar 3 года назад
What SUV are you using to tow this??
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
I'm using a Nissan Pathfinder.
@kristophersmallsr.9395
@kristophersmallsr.9395 3 года назад
Why would you not insulate the roof ?
@befreebuilds
@befreebuilds 3 года назад
I did, I just didnt get any footage of it! :)
@DougsterCanada1
@DougsterCanada1 2 года назад
@@befreebuilds How about the floor?
@billjoe39
@billjoe39 3 года назад
don't understand why the insulation is not nailed onto the original wood paneling, instead of removing the wood paneling first
@hldye7442
@hldye7442 3 года назад
your music/noise killed your vid ! Why not just focus on cargo camper project ? Hope will do better in the future best of luck.
@HalifaxComputersRepair
@HalifaxComputersRepair Год назад
its looks so small , a 20ft trailer is much better , this one looks too small !
@mosttubular2837
@mosttubular2837 3 года назад
Idk know where to begin Lofl
@ralphjones7531
@ralphjones7531 3 года назад
I hate music in videos...gets on my nerves...just show the build.
@stevesmith-ny8jb
@stevesmith-ny8jb 11 месяцев назад
Great video yet teaches us nothing. Information please.
@shopart1488
@shopart1488 3 года назад
Terrible video nothing to learn here, outrageously love music!
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