I built this truck camper in my garage - The Full Tour! 😎  

You are truly amazing. I would pay for you to build one for me.

I bought a Travelite for my short box, 1180Lbs, under my payload (no bathroom, portapotti in cupboard plus lowest weight model) Have a set-up to shower inside. Preferred this layout! Campers seem to cost more than trailers! Rides well! I keep everything light and minimal and I don't fill the water tank when traveling (I pack 4 gallons, depending on where I'm going). I have Dometic air conditioner (used once) would like to change it out to a fan, never used the hot water tank (I boil water), never used the outside shower or microwave (took it out). Heater works great and the 3 way fridge. I usually camp without amenities, usually hunting or fishing. I have portable (fold up) solar and a power station. I usually cook outside, but the inside 2 burner propane is handy at times. It seems well enough insulated. Hated the netting on cupboards, added doors. Somethings are a waste if you don't use them! This guys homebuilt in nice and half the weight!

Ya have that right Jon! If I was younger?? Yes! I would attempt to doing that! At 70, both my knees replaced, a Stroke; I’m afraid I’m out of commission now.. You’ve done great work my man!

​​@@peytonmac1131I absolutely believe it. The main structural component of this build is XPS foam. A 2" thick 4'x8' XPS board weighs 7.5 lbs and has an insulation rating of R-10. XPS is very strong in regards to compressive forces but weak with twist and shear. He mitigates that here by making a composite panel/sandwich with 1/4" wood panels on the outside of the foam. I would guess this build is just as strong as any commercially available build. I love this design!

@@irishcanuck9489I converted a Ford Transit cargo van into a camper van. What I learned is that I just don’t need much to be comfortable. A comfortable platform bed with mattress, a way to stay cool in the summer (Thinsulate insulation, MaxxAir fan, window vents, usb fans, battery operated fan, 12v fans) and a way to stay warm in the winter (quality sleeping quilts and heater). A comfortable swivel seat, lagun mount table, a fridge, lighting, and built in storage to round it out.

Thank you so much!

Stop begging and whinning.

@@SUPERCARJON , yeah I found 4 wheel campers. There company is actually about 2&1/2 hrs from where I live, there basic model is still very expensive for me. I like you can tour there company , and get custom things made etc. still about price. I’ve been looking for months, ever since I learned I’d be homeless soon. Thanks for the info 😊

Not homeless ....free

Just move dude, sounds like you don’t plan too far ahead?

If your situation hasn’t changed since the posting, a couple things: you have a truck; worse case scenario, you’re not homeless, just houseless. Next, you need to check out both these on RU-vid and whatever social media platforms they are on: starting with HOWA (House on wheels Alliance), and Bob Wells. You can find many resources needed to help you build out your truck to a truck camper. The more you research, the more knowledge & information you will garner, not to mention a great community. I’m in the same situation - except I had to sell my 12 acres & cannot squat on what was once home. The plan was always to head west- just too expensive out east. A solo widow, it’s been just me & a couple furbabies for a while & my mechanical skills are slim & none! I must first make a trip to get my 22-year old rig from NC to FL to inter my brother’s cremains. Afterward, it’s westward bound on a wing and a prayer. But it’s past time to meet likeminded people - to get to where all these wonderful, smart people & resources are. The winter weather has set my timeline back, but mid Jan. I must break away from this property- emotionally & physically (and new property/homeowner has no more use of any security services I provided during restoration & needs me to go). Change is always scary, but I think this is one case where one door closes and a huge, new one will open. We have to have hope; so many times there is no option but hope. Take a deep breath and plow through it. You’ll be fine, my friend.

Perfect, thank you so much

Thanks so much!

I have a little bar I can lock outward in place to prevent it from shutting

Lol, good question

@@EndgameCampers a Dutch door would be a great solve for the tailgate problem and kinda cool.

Thanks my friend

Thank you

Well thank you

Thank you so much. I agree

Me too 😎

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