DIY Camper Cost and Weight !! installing a fridge and heater 

don't let the armchair builders get to you, their only projects are in their minds, their mom's won't let them dirty the yard

That is one hell of a rig you built, and you should be proud of what you have built. You and your family will enjoy for years and years to come. Mad props

Your edits are really great, Ryan! The refrigerator insulation idea seems "spot-on" and your overall camper design & build is impressive. I appreciate your content, sir! Enjoy ... God Bless you and yours

Foresty Forest has also dealt with the fuel pump clicking issue for awhile, and ended up finding a silent(ish) fuel pump from a guy that builds them himself. May be worth checking out.

I would consider some type of rubber isolator between the fuel pump and the frame. The frame is using the wooden floor as an amplifier. You did a great job on the camper. 👍

I enjoy your videos! I watched you build this from the beginning, and now I can't wait to see where you go with this. I am a woman, and I like watching people build things. And also, you don't yell.

You might want to think about enclosing the bottom of the trailer you could get some tin roof material and enclosed the bottom of it to keep y’all in line from getting ripped off and damaged and corroded just a thought other than that you did a very nice job on the camper build👍You earned this cold beer🍺

Thanks Ryan !!! I'm subscribed to Brooke Dave and Mickeys channels so why not another Whipple. Great content and also saw your cabin build. Enjoy the camper. Oh by the way if nothing else I've used those heaters for heating up cans of soup as well. Just a thought. Make sure you have a pair of gloves or a pot holder. 😂

Love the recent additions to the camper. We use a 400watt ceramic heater for our teardrop, but I know a few diy teardrop people who use the diesels. For safety for you and yours, I highly recommended a carbon monoxide detector in the camper. Keep up the great videos!

Do get a carbon monoxide detector and smoke detector too. You probably already did so.

Talk about timing I just watched your last video last night and boom new one

I was curious about those diesel heaters, I have a small 16x8 cabin and some days wood stove is just to much heat

Awesome build, we have an old Coleman Rio Grande that is mouse ridden. This gives me a great idea of what to do with it. I did notice that both inlet and exhaust for the heater where below the floor, not sure if anyone has made a comment, but it might be a good idea to get a stainless screen to place over them in order to keep out the mud daubers, and other nest building pests. ... now to add to my 'round tuit' list :)

you could rubber isolate that fuel pump to get rid of the clicking into the frame

Maybe it is due to age, but I couldn't manage with a refrigerator on the floor. I would have built a cabinet with a trash can or dirty clothes bin or something under the refrigerator to raise it up. I use rubber grommets or washers and foam to try and isolate noisy items like water or fuel pumps. I like your reasoning on the plywood. I bought my wood in early fall of one year, let it sit in the sun until rain, then put it around the sides of the garage until early spring, then painted it with deck paint before mounting it to the pontoon frame. It lasted 14 years sitting in the weather before I replaced it with aluminum dock decking.

You and your brother are both such impressive people. Love the project!

Looks great. The only true way to learn is to do it. Get your hands dirty. Yes, there are other ways of doing things, and I saw things "I" would do differently but "I'm" not you or any of those other people who were not there when you made it. It looks great and you should be very proud of it. Great job.

I agree. Pressure treated wood needs at least a full month of 100 degree weather before you paint it. More time if you can wait.

Thanks for the update on the camper. It was great. The freezer in your fridge isn't known to be a friend of ice cream. They are usually open in the back and get alot of fridge cool. Hopefully it will work for you. Great job!❤❤❤

That’s a lot of money, but the experience of building something with your own hands is priceless❤ do you think I can get a tax break from building a DIY camper?

Love seeing how things are done...especially the on-the-fly adjustments . Thank you for sharing your time and skills ! Stay safe and well !

Awesome build,now go out and camp in it!

This was one of the most informative and enjoyable videos on a camper build. The diesel heater you put in was a good addition to the camper I am a hvac/r guy and those little jet furnaces are are great. The refrigerator you in stalled with the freezer was a great idea; however, the freezer usually does not get cold enough to hold ice cream to temp and that’s because of the sugar content in the ice cream. Looking forward to another adventure with you. Oh, nice shop I would love to have a shop like that.

Hope you enjoyed building it as much as I enjoyed watching. Subscribed 🙂👍

Thank You for the videos and Information on the project. Really helps me out planning a similar thing.

You are quite a craftsman, great job! 👍 At some point, you may want to consider beefing up the axle. I used to have a small mowing trailer with the same rated axle and hit a big pothole and the axle bent big time. The wheel was pointed sideways. The trailer place said that’s too lightly rated an axle and I replaced it with a 2500 lb axle. I know it doesn’t sound like much difference but it was much beefier and I never had another problem

I don’t know if you did this but all the holes you drilled in the deck should have RTV in them before the bolts went in. The hole you cut for the heater should be sealed too. You can get fire resistant sound dampener panels to put in the area where the heater is. 😊

Of all the DIY camper builds on RU-vid yours is my favorite. Very beautifully done and looks professional. Perfect light cozy camper that can take you anywhere.

Nice job! Looks really nice. Also, if it’s cold enough to require the need for heat, no one should complain about a bit of noise. You could always turn it off and be cold lol

Great job, really enjoyed it!! Don't let people bother you, the world is full of Monday morning quarterbacks.

Great build & Great build price!! Thanks for sharing. much cheaper to build your own camper then buying. And, most importantly you know the camper systems & build well that if there are any issues you can fix them.

Thanks so much for showing us how you installed that heater, Ryan. Everybody else just breezes past that like we all know how to do it. Your camper turned out great. Thanks for sharing

I enjoyed it a bunch. Great motivation for all camping lovers. Thanks!

DIY Plastic hose Hangers. Brilliant!!!!

Very nice job on the camper build. Your attention to detail is rock solid. You should get tons on enjoyment out of that camper. Makes me want to build one but I have too many other projects already. Take care. Looking forward to the next video

It looked like you installed the fuel filter the wrong way, the visible clear side goes towards the tank. Also to quiet the fuel pump place a thick chunk of rubber between the pump and frame,, 3/8" or more thickness. Over all a super job on everything. Oh, and a little sink would not hurt with like a 3 gallon tank.

Heater shouldn't be THAT noisy dood

To help quiet the pump down. You might wanna try putting rubber isolaters. Between the bolts that have it bolted to your frame

Great job! U figured it all out and know your camper inside and out. Pat yourself on the back. Enjoyed your videos!

Why didn't you use a solar power system instead of a battery

That’s a really nice well built camper. My parents had a 1960 camper & well loved.

I don't know anything about the heater, though just a suggestion, could the constant noise, thump be caused due to not enough fuel in tank, too much air in tank ? Maybe when you fill it up to 2 1/2 gallons dod you say,,? I have so many questions for you. I totally Respect you and your Talents/Craftsmanship my Friend... I am new Subscriber to you today, 03/09/24.. I can't wait to watch all your other videos.. You even built a Cabin ? Dang Brother, You are living the Dream. I am forced into retirement long before I was ready, due to health issues all of a sudden.. Hmmm I enjoyed Remodeling homes for a living, loved it, Miss it Big Time !! I Applaud your Skills, Honestly. You save yourself big $$ doing it all yourself. Just tough to find a cheap couple acres to build a small tiny house for one or two people to enjoy life.. Happy for you. God Bless you and your family. Amen Big Jim New Hampshire USA aka Boston Strong

So your CCC (the difference between your UVR and your GVWR) is 100 lbs or 400 lbs? Consider that when loading up for a trip. And its called butyl tape in the industry.

Hi. Im from PR. Where you bough a 12v fridge. Thanks. Sorry for my english😂. Your works its awsome

Nice job on your build. You might want to take watch this video “Taylor Coach 16’ frame to road” on RU-vid. This Timelapse clip may provide some build ideas if you’re planning another build, or your followers may benefit. My 14’ Taylor weighs 1,475 pounds and is 21 years old, still going strong. The floors have an aluminum barrier with plywood flooring laid on top and the roof is also covered with aluminum sheet. They’ve been custom building these coaches since the late sixties. I hope you find their build process to be of interest. I was inspired by your video to consider trying a diy build.

bravo. elle est magnifique. En France, on fait pareil et on rajoute des panneaux solaires pour l'electricité...

One little trick when installing hoses over nipples is to dip the end of the hose in rubbing alcohol. The hose will slide right on the nipple. Works for rubber grips on bicycle handlebar s also . Great build. I learn new ways of doing things with every project.

I've watched numerous videos on these , I have Maine friends on lobsterboats using them. Hail to the Chinese. I prefer the Moo Lang Tais to the Ho- Chi -Mihns. More thrust power. I saw a guy heating his house bedroom with one, but he put an extendo PVC pipe on the muffler and installed a computer fan in it that was powered by a 5 Watt Panel and a battery that I think also ran the Deisel unit. The pipe kept the initial startup fumes from blowing back into the house window, making wifey scream. So you'd have like a 3 foot pipe propped up at an angle. Yes, remove it for the drive home. Duh. Silver metallic HVAC Heat tape is my new trim thing on bikes etc. You could make like 3/4" strips to trim the corner edges of the boxes, it would look so dope. Even when wrinkled, you can smooth it down awesomely with a scissor handle or something. I made a chainguard with one. Versus 24.99 for a "snakeskin". Oh and it would look great on the heat guard behind the purple Girlie Stove in the cabin. No more sharp edges . Okay I'll stop with that.

Was it wet from chemicals or from it being outside..if it was from the chemicals,you wouldn't have gotten mold if you would have painted it BUT it really don't matter that much if you paint it with marine grade..it would have been nice to insulate the floor though..LOOKS GOOD..about how many man hrs did you spend building it?..including the female help hrs?

You can try replacing the fuel pump. I would see what pump Webasto used in big rigs..I never heard one in any of the trucks I drove. That noise would make me nuts.

People commenting on the brake situation is confusing to me. Almost every utility trailer sold up to #3500 single axle, does not have brakes. I'm actually surprised yours had them. Anyhow, really nice job!

Really nice!!! Take us along for your first camping trip!!! 🌲💚🌲 Make sure you have a strong lock on the door... happy trails!💚

Thanks for another great video. Such a nice little camper. Im sure both of you will enjoy it especially when you you find the cause of the ticking in your heater, and fix it like you do any problem you have to do. Then, your wife will sleep cozy. See you on your next visit. From Central Oklahoma

Good luck with the DC fridge, but my experience is that they draw a LOT of battery power with a large battery barely able to power one overnight, but maybe the tech has improved. Propane works much better, with the large fridge/freezer in our new camper drawing a little under a pound of propane a day. Again good luck!

Didn't get a real clear view of your heater fuel pump but maybe a small piece of closed cell foam sandwiched between the pump body and the mounting spot would reduce the thumping sound? Nice little rig you built. Wish I would have kept more of my Dad's woodworking tools after he passed. Good luck from a fellow Michigander.

Love the channel - you and dave and brooke put out fantastic common sense content

I really thought the BIGGEST question would be.... Where do you hide a Porta-potty?... 😂

The clicking is the ignitor. firing off. that how mine works in my truck.

My girlfriend’s kid has been “building his house” like forever, and we’d really just like some privacy. Do you think he could temporarily live in one of these? Like this actual one? Thanks Ryan!

Holy crap that is the coolest . Bravo. Hey dude I wanna send you a doc .PDF from the Munising Deeds office that takes 3 minutes to read , and parts of it are rather hilarious and absurd, you might have even read it already. I need some street advice from all you guys . Can you post an email address, then just delete that after you receive it. I've compiled advice from You, Dave and Brooke. Thanks

Been wanting to do this for a while. I think you have encouraged me to get started. About time to start looking for a trailer. Great video and thanks for sharing!

You Sir are an inspiration. You definitely have some skills. Really enjoyed watching your journey. : )

That fuel pump banging would drive me crazy fairly quickly.

Subbed and liked, Awesome build it gave me many ideas. One idea for you, you could coat the bottom of your floor ply under the camper in rhino truck bed liner. Not only will it protect your floor, it adds a slight amount of insulation factor and noise dampening. Cheap and easy mod. Keep it comin brother

I think your build is awesome I know very little about building campers being a woman, but I would love to be able to do what you have done. I would be proud of myself if I did it half as good as you have. Loved watching you make this camper. Well done 👏

Randy, same input. Using short piece of heater hose as mount/spacer would help w thumping noise

I wouldn't paint underside. Hell pontoon boats builders leave the plywood unpainted. My pontoon is a 06 no rot anywhere. Just my opinion. Great job.

You need fire proofing wall around the stove Top and Easy to clean. Good job. Just a reminder Not criticizing.

Where'd you get that table leg? I need one just like it. To quiet the fuel pump, you can use some isolation mounts. They're just bigger rubber mounts.

Im completely hooked and you and Dave’s (BushRadical) build videos!!!! I noticed in this one that you have a hand held band saw mounted….. can you tell me about what you did?

Concerning the diesel heater...you may want to replace the fuel line with a quality one. Also if you look hard enough on the internet, you can find a much quieter fuel pump. I've seen videos where that fuel line would fail.

Put that pump in pool noodle... tie that down with bungie cords... should help with the clicky-clacky

I know this video. Was 6 months ago on those heaters.The fuel pumps do make noise.But amazon sells one that is more quieter and it's fifty seven dollars for it

Awesome build. You wouldn't happen to have a link to the diesel heater? Me and the GF are wanting to do a similar build with a older utility trailer I've had for years.

A old set of snow shoes would look great crossed above the trailer tongue 🤔😂💯🍻✌️

The fuel pump noisy problem mounting it in rubber and mounting the rubber with other screws, ps put spacer between mounting......

I built my own camper on a ten by sixteen utility Trailer. I even put a bathroom in it it's nice. The reason I built my own is I looked at All the ones you can buy and didn't like any of them. The new ones you can buy are all so cheap made They're junk.

You can get better fuel pumps to get quieter ones. Those heaters typically come with a relatively cheap one and that knocking is usually due to that.

I have a question about the diesel heater. Can you use an off-road diesel in it? Typically cheaper and has better performance than the diesel you put in your truck.

❤❤❤Love this!!!❤❤❤ I was told not to use the fuel line that comes with the heater. I guess they break down and eventually leak.

You can get a quieter heater pump for $45. or so on line. A third of the cost of the unit, but probably worth it, depending on application.

Maybe you can mount your pump with rubber , to act as insulators. Should quite it down ,it’s because you mounted on metal frame.

They make those round hole saws that you can add on to your drill, similar to the ones you use to create holes for a door handle, just realized after I put this up that you said it, anyways what a brilliant build🎉

Really good information. Helps me decide if I want to do this. Would have liked to have seen video footage of the entire finished interior though.

I ve seen other RU-vidrs put the fuel pump inside a small pelican case with foam to dampen the sound. I wondered if it makes any heat, would it get hot

Nice job on the camper. Please get yourself a CO2 detector now that you installed a diesel heater.

3M makes a heavy loop and hook adhering set that works for things like LCD display you had.

Super job From Pakistan

I knew...that was the reason for not painting the plywood right away. I did the same with a deck I built.

That's an awesome camper you built, but no sink or toilet, guess only so much you can fit in a small space. Nice to at least have a place to wash your face, or dishes

Maybe if you can install some sound isolation between the pump and the frame. Just a thought. Wolf mama

Do yourself a favor and wrap the fuel pump in insulation or some type of foam, it’ll deaden the sound almost 100%

That diesel heater pump noise is annoying. There might be a way to enclose it with sound deadening material plus physically isolating it from the trailer frame

Where you put the heater should be fine. I have a similar heater underneath the bunk in my semi and have never had an issue with airflow or fumes.

The sound of that pump is horrid. 100% needs sound dampening later and rubber offsets

Excellent job from start to finish well done👍🏻

Why didn't you add a bathroom with shower, now in the middle of the night if you have to go outside? Not for me if would of build around the bathroom lol!

The diesel doesn’t smell or maybe I can’t? But I put a top feed tank as the bottom fuel output lines suck and usually leak hence diesel smell

Nice job. Maybe insulation around the fuel pump.

You can run the 12 volt system from a high rate charger from 120 volt or 4 panel solar system on the roof.