Nomad's Powerhouse: 1000 Watts Solar on an Unbelievable DIY Cargo Trailer Conversion

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Today we meet Mark in an amazing 7x12 V-Nose utility trailer with 1000 watts of solar! Mark lost his job and that changed his life! He sold his house and decided set out on the road. Since then he has become happier and met more friends than he had in 9 years living in his house! He decided he was not going to be uncomfortable and so he has made a fantastic home with plenty of solar! From an empty trailer to a gorgeous interior build! We hope you are inspired today by Mark's story!
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@ArtsyLadyCrafter Год назад

I'm speechless with the neatness, organization, features and power resources of Mark's rig! He was dead serious about not being uncomfortable as a nomad. I would not have known that I was looking at the inside of a cargo trailer. Job? If he wants to do this kind of work and tailor his work sessions into bite-sized pieces for the average senior nomad budget, he'll never want for work again. This interview turned out to be a stellar promotion. Mark, you did such a great job speaking for yourself and showcasing your work that you don't have to worry about getting more qualifications, except for how you personally want to improve and advance your skills. I would pay you to do anything in the way of rig redesign and power systems for my van, shed-to-tiny house or any other type of off-grid structure that I ever had in mind. You communicate and explain very well and you seem to be very enthusiastic about your skills. I'll save your email. And congrats on landing on your feet so well after what may have been a devastating experience in losing your job. Thanks, Bob!

@cbryce9243 9 месяцев назад

Well said and ditto! I have work to be done as well...window installations, cooking area, and more.

@user-xn3ks1tl1f 2 месяца назад

I’m from the South Coast of the UK and very often watch your video clips. This is by far the best I have ever seen and I can tell you I was very impressed with Mark and his home and general take on things. He’s a smart man. Clean, organised, and very savvy. What he has achieved is outstanding and a credit to him. Life sometimes throws us a curveball and he has risen above adversity and come out on top. He has some very marketable skills and I wish him well in any future endeavours.

@elainelipscomb1476 Месяц назад

What a great home Enjoy 🎉🎉

@TM-tc3om 2 года назад

Those hook ups on the trailer are fantastic! This man just stepped into his own business and doesn't even realize it yet.

@margeonyrscuk6274 9 месяцев назад

You people talk too much. Show the house while you talk please.

@hg2. 9 месяцев назад

Yes - is he awesome or what?

@artsteadman2230 8 месяцев назад

@margeonyrsuck6274 RUDE!

@artsteadman2230 8 месяцев назад

@@margeonyrscuk6274use the slider to advance the reel

@artsteadman2230 8 месяцев назад

@TM-tc3oM apparently you didn't watch the reel in its entirety... because at 3:50 he said will build our for others

@gzubeck3 8 месяцев назад

His knowledge and skillset is off the Charts. He under estimates his own skill set in customizing electrical systems for ALL types of vehicles.

@gnawbabygnaw 8 месяцев назад

Excellent one. 🤙🤙 “I decided if I’m gonna do this I am Not gonna be miserable.” That’s what’s up. Humble geniuses are my favorite kind. Nice work.

@pfsmall 2 года назад

Amazing build! That electrical system is just WOW!

@gloryanna365 2 года назад

Beautiful job Mark, I would hire you in a second!

@eleanoraquitaine2966 2 года назад

Ageism is a real thing that hits so hard when you have great skills and will even work for less money. Mark is intelligent and creative and has great people skills. I predict he'll do fine and I wish him the best. Please revisit him in a year, Bob. I think we're going to hear a really great story.

@obgfoster Год назад

Too young to retire, too old to hire. Story of my life for 5+ years.

@eleanoraquitaine2966 Год назад

@@obgfoster It happens to most of us, I think.

@tadersalad7283 Год назад

@@obgfoster there’s always Walmart….Greeting? Where one making 50-100K annually can start out at 15K…

@p.f.droney8973 Год назад

@@tadersalad7283 you can work at In N Out here in Arizona starting at $19 an hour

@gummymummy1234 Год назад

@@obgfoster yupperdo, I'm 58 and feeling this in my Dental field...

@rubyred8845 2 года назад

Mark is a smart and lovely man. What a clever and tidy build. I hope he gets lots of future work.

@cbryce9243 9 месяцев назад

I doubt he will have any trouble finding work.

@hectorz7860 Год назад

We don't need any more trailer build tours. We just viewed the best their is. A beautiful design and quality build. I especially appreciate the clean all-functional layout. No useless, junky nik-naks laying around. Great job Mark. God bless you.

@juliehenderson1672 2 года назад

Bartering skill is our future. Good for you!👍

@flyovercounty1427 2 года назад

Mark your workmanship is outstanding. Thanks for the video

@2023Red 6 месяцев назад

Good to see. It happened to me too. Heart attack at age 58. Couldn’t find work. Now at age 75, all is good again. Pensions kicked in. No debt.

@sandeedobberstine5591 2 года назад

A man with serious skills! Beautiful job on your build out. I hope a lot of work comes your way!

@robin6564 Год назад

This is one of my favorite video’s. This man is so honest and has experienced what multitudes of us have encountered. I still do not have anything to hit the road and I need to. Life is hard and expensive. Absolutely love this trailer. Perfect set up and beautiful.

@dvf4550 9 месяцев назад

Don't know why Mark thinks he needs to find a job, lol. He's got the skills, brains, and ability to be self employed here! Exactly what my son-in-law did, and Mark can do it, too. Combine the best of both worlds. Edit to add: Just realized I'm seeing this a year later. Hope he's busy with his business and still enjoying life.

@markthomas2436 3 месяца назад

All that electrical work was top notch. You can tell he has spent years doing that kind of work.

@101taiga 2 года назад

This dude’s got mad skillz! He could certainly work on my van and I’d be happy to pay!

@bliss149 Год назад

He's gonna have a BUNCH of women - and men too - chasing after him for help with electrical.

@nomadWalkr 2 года назад

Wow. Mark seems very friendly and very capable. So great to hear that he’s helping ppl and willing to help with builds. Thank you. 🙏🏽

@simplysandy3288 2 года назад

That’s a cool trailer! It looks like an apartment! Thanks so much for sharing 💜

@craigbalsinger648 2 года назад

Good luck with your new life

@TheHowMan68 9 месяцев назад

Wow what a build! How is this guy unemployed? Super talented!!! Absolutely stunning

@pcthayer 2 года назад

Great trailer conversion. Mark is a talented craftsman. Sorry about his work situation but I can relate that once you are in your 60's it is very hard to find a new job. Hope Mark finds happiness with this new exciting adventure and encounters many new friends and job opportunities.

@SabrinaDawn444 2 года назад

It's a phenomenal build! He seems like a good guy that has made the best out of an awful situation. I hope he enjoys his new lifestyle and new home! Best wishes to him. I loved the little dog that quietly went up to his rig while you guys were talking. So cute..lol

@posteroonie 2 года назад

I think that's Bob's dog Cody. I expect Cody's right at home in a variety of nomad rigs. :)

@SabrinaDawn444 2 года назад

@@posteroonie Cody was there but at the end. The little dog was in the beginning before the tour. I've seen Cody in many videos and recognize him. He's cute too 🙂

@donaldindividual-1 2 года назад

Smart guy to listen to. Good job 👍

@marktj9593 2 года назад

The little dog is Kona. She’s very much a part of our nomad family and loved by everybody.

@SabrinaDawn444 2 года назад

@@marktj9593 She's so cute! Thank you for telling us her name. Her presence in the video made me smile.

@AnneAndersonFoxiepaws Год назад

I think the van lifers have a sense of community that's all but lost these days. It's so heartening to hear about how welcoming they are as it's giving all sorts of people a whole new lease on life. We are now at 67 before we can get state pensions and it seems every year they add another year, I am 64 and seriously, I don't see it coming until I am 70 at this rate. It's usually the UK having a better deal than you guys but it's changing.

@TreDeuce-qw3kv Месяц назад

"Community" Reminds me of small community farm life back in the 50's & 60's where the community pulled together to help each other and especially someone or a family in real hurt.

@tedsamuels3203 9 месяцев назад

If this guy lived near my town, I wouldn't want anyone else working on my solar. But ,this guy ? This Mark dude is a genius. And , now I know, A cargo trailer does make the best camper . Mark's camper is like living in a house 🏠 This guy is unreal , and very smart 👏 THANKS for sharing.. very helpful and enjoyable..

@Snarge22 2 года назад

I hope Mark got some customers for their electrical needs. He certainly has the electrical and hands-on knowlege.

@Breeder333 9 месяцев назад

Mark is going to find himself plenty of work with those skills. Nice build and great video.

@HankHill757 2 года назад

Mark doesn’t look 60! Excellent build, I’m his height so I like his trailer layout.

@tangyspongesauce 16 дней назад

Having a wife and 2 kids, I couldn't live this kind of lifestyle. But I do applaud him for doing it and being comfortable.

@rangeland4 2 года назад

Excellent job, really like the weather station. From one 6’4” guy to another…great job!

@user-mm4je1sb9b 8 месяцев назад

this guy is close to a genius. Holy Sham Wow! How could he not find a job? His skill set is off the charts.

@homelessnomad101 Месяц назад

Like most companies will tell ya IF they don't wanna hire you and to keep them from having legal action takin' against them is they will tell you "Your over qualified".

@cliftontorrence839 Год назад

'I've got the power', sez Mark after a month. Master sparky and it shows. I keep coming back to this one.

@deewilkerson2994 Год назад

By today’s standards losing your good job seems bad. But, in reality, this guy’s life is much richer then what he had in Florida. People coming together and helping each other, now that’s real wealth. I loved this video!

@janmoline 2 года назад

Man with his electrical experience, installing solar should be a great fit for him. Great looking rig!! Thanks Bob, as always great interview!

@janetkoball44 2 года назад

Mark knows a ton about electronics and split that so many of us need guidance on so he will be keeping busy. Even if he could give us step one and so on. When we are older, our brains just can't comprehend that language. Thanks Bob for another "help" video for us.

@Buzz420 Год назад

Mark seems like a good guy & I hope he's getting the work he needs to keep traveling.

@rayboucher479 Год назад

I have worked over I/2 my life with many electrical and instrument men and when I see your electrical work and wiring in the cabinet I can tell right away you are very meticulous . I am sure that anybody who has you work on their electrical or solar needs will be very happy with your work. Keep your head up and I am sure things will work out for you and I wish you all the best.

@markschneberger5521 2 года назад

THAT is just one of the cleanest , functional builds I've seen . Super nice!

@ABee-vd6rt Год назад

WWWWOOOOWWW! This is the best rebuild that I’ve seen! It looks great, but the biggest thing is the electrical set up! Having enough power makes his trailer comfortable like a home. And everything is so neat, functional and organized! I hope he gets plenty of work! I’m not a nomad, but I would definitely pay for his services.

@HangtownDave 2 года назад

Mark, the trailer build out that you have engineered for yourself is by far one of the best that I have ever seen! I hope to see more of your work in the future, and with an endorsement from Bob I foresee you getting numerous employment offers from fellow nomads! Good luck, and good fortune!

@mtaylor2901 2 года назад

Oh my gosh…. What a beautiful, well thought out build!! Great job Mark! I bet you will be able to work as much or as little as you want after this video. Lots of folks need honest, quality building help with their rigs! Cheers

@fdm2155 2 года назад

That build looks amazing. So clean and well thought out. I'm sure Bob is right that a lot of people would pay Mark to help with their electrical installations.

@paula.jackson5463 2 года назад

so good, the electrical was second to NONE! First off, things have to work, and if they do....but when they are wired in an eye appeasing layout......this guy has got it! Am a fellow Electrician and know the story!

@behappy2435 8 месяцев назад

How nice of Mark to have the heart to help others. Thank you for the ideas.

@MeJaneEntrprsz 2 года назад

Wow! Mark can make bank just charging to hook up electrical systems for folks. Nice rig. Everything thought out & for some1 w/ little buildout experience, I suspect he's going to have work for a very long time.

@zanobiashalks2769 Год назад

One of the attributes I admire in people is competence. So many of the nomads have it along with Mark. Mark, I'm guessing you'll be as busy or busier than you want to be.

@JesusSaves86AB Год назад

Awesome build. Someone with that level of skill and knowledge should never struggle for work.

@blueskies00 2 года назад

Wowwww What a talented humble intelligent man.....who loves animals. An employer foolish for not hiring this super guy.

@travelinmyblood 2 года назад

This is my dream vehicle. Such a perfect build. Clean, crisp, and plenty of solar. Really well done!

@elizabethreed3358 2 года назад

The simple things in life are usually the most important. Talking with people and getting to know them around a campfire, going fishing, living affordably, sharing your time, etc.,...

@debbieweckler6832 2 года назад

Mark your work is amazing and professional. I'll keep your information for thoughts on later. Thank you. Thank you Bob.

@dizzyfingers7180 2 года назад

Food stamp heiress here and full-timer, too. Love your build, Mark! I’ve never heard of the caravans, but I will check it out for sure! Living in a house was a bit depressing for me. Every day is a new adventure!! Happy trails!

@cinderella5006 2 года назад

Great interview Bob as always, love his rig if we were there I’d have no problem hiring him to set us up with electrical. Current events in the world right now have put a stop to us setting up our car for travel with gas prices going through the roof we’ll wait, in the meantime we can when weather permits try out our car over night in our yard and see how that’s going to be, at least we’ll be close to home to work out the bugs.

@thisorthat7626 2 года назад

@Cinder ella, good idea to test out your build and modify it while you are home. Gas is expensive but you don't have to drive far to see beautiful places in much of the country. Stay local and se how you like the traveling life. Blessings.

@marilynrenaud1892 2 года назад

Watching from Massachusetts... What a beautiful rig... He did a phenomenal job on building this thing out... I love it! 👍😁

@Travelingveg 2 года назад

Mark is one of the best persons I know....he gives and gives. I'm proud to know him. Much love to everyone 🕊️💚

@juliecastagnaro2868 2 года назад

His electrical work is impressive. I’m sure people would hire him to do that.

@LAorBust2011 2 года назад

Mark is exceptionally talented and WAY, WAY humble about his skills. I wish him the BEST of luck with his new business. 😊

@Harleyglide03 2 года назад

This has to be the best DIY rig I have ever seen. Nice job!👍👍👍

@NHJDT 2 года назад

Wow great layout and looks so professional. I think this gentleman just found a new career

@johnw65 Год назад

Another great video and thanks for introducing us to Mark! I'm also a retired electrician which helped in converting all these RU-vid videos into my 4x6 cargo conversion-toy hauler/camper/theater...! In all the videos, I've never seen anything close to mine ❤

@erico7430 6 месяцев назад

Wow, the level of craftsmanship and ingenuity it top notch. Super impressed.

@joegarcia793 Год назад

Wow this is such a clean build! I love the solar/power setup! I just bumped into Mark while getting water, he seemed like a great guy

@cobyporschifer221 2 года назад

What this man said was profound. "I know more people here than I did living 9 Years in a House barely knowing my Neighbors". 🤔Society has groomed people to be Scared of EVERYBODY Including you Neighbors. Everybody has gates with NO TRESPASSING signs everywhere not even trying to know there Neighbors until a Natural disaster happens. Nomads are a way of getting back to a Tribe mentality. Good Vibes 👣

@marktj9593 2 года назад

So true. I didn’t even talk to some of my neighbors until I had lived in my house for years and a hurricane blew my stockade fence down.

@mindbodyfitness99 Месяц назад

This gentleman could make a nice living using his skills to help people with builds.

@karimarie5732 2 года назад

Obsessed with the weather station 🤩

@stuartstuart866 2 года назад

Mark’s trailer looks like he took his time, thinking things through. His wiring is neat and tidy, I appreciate the extra effort to do that. Mark mentioned that the solar panels shade his trailer but i’m thinking the dark solar panels would transfer a significant amount of heat, but you have to have solar so………

@stuartstuart866 2 года назад

@@petrolo72 That is my understanding too, but a small air gap can still heat up, by a dark panel and transfer that heat into the trailer, if there is no breeze. I’m still installing a panel on my roof (with an air gap) I was just curious how much of a difference it might make.

@gideonporter537 Год назад

I'm amazed Mark couldn't find work! Never mind his age, he's obviously talented, dedicated and a great guy!

@OrbitStephanie 2 года назад

Well done Mark!! Love your new self made home!!! Congratulations 🎉🎊🍾

@tombledsoe8880 2 года назад

I have seen wiring jobs by so-called experts that are half as good as this guys! If you need help with your system don’t let his humbleness deter you. Solar is not That hard and this guy can definitely get it done. Great job

@suedefringe 2 года назад

Nice rig and clean work on the solar! What a nice guy too . Good luck on the road. Hope you continue to love it.

@deetrvl4life875 2 года назад

Wow, nice job!! ❤️ and Bob, thank you for providing info about WHO and HOW to get work done on our rigs! Bless you!

@ms.charlotte4027 Год назад

I'm convinced that some of the best people in the world are nomads. What an awesome build, and I hope that he finds work soon.

@SuperheroArmorychannel 2 года назад

A very nice trailer and impressive work on the electrical!

@robertottwell605 27 дней назад

Marks got skills and a lot of good knowledge so let’s not let them go to waste.

@4gotitalready 9 месяцев назад

I wish we could adopt him for a month to do a trailer for us! Such talent!!!

@stevengatewood2725 2 года назад

Nice job. I'm sure Mark could get work helping people build just what he has.

@SVMSICE 2 года назад

Very nice build. I really like how excited people are to show off their work. Everyone is so happy to show off their power is what I've noticed from watching quite a few of these videos now.

@user-dn7oo3sb1p Месяц назад

How humble he is about his skill set! Meanwhile, I imagine lots of ppl watching would hire his services "yesterday"!!

@Pack.Leader 9 месяцев назад

Very nice job, Mark. Great use of space. Nice that you knew electrical stuff enough to be able to do all of that yourself.

@FeMiNem-Poet 2 года назад

Wow! Fantastic build!!!🥁🥁🥁 Thank you! He will get a lot of work - There is a big need with all the nomads out there and the new ones coming in. Blessed journeys!💯💯💯💥💥💥

@Yorky222 9 месяцев назад

The solar wiring is very neat, Mark obviously knows his stuff.

@redheadedgypsy1939 2 года назад

Bangin' rig!!! Thanks for contact info, hopefully you're still building rigs when I get around to it lol Great job, Mark thanks for sharing!!! You've adapted quickly to the Nomadic life - happy trails!

@wernorse 3 дня назад

How sad that such a talented man with strong skill sets can’t get hired.

@obgfoster Год назад

This was a pretty good advertisement for his future work as an electrical contractor for nomads!

@nonyasghost420 2 года назад

Great job Mark! Looks great.

@mkgunter 14 дней назад

You hit the nail on the head, makimg friends is so much easier

@mmancuso1604 2 года назад

Mark if your reading the comments ….. What a great job! 👏👏👏👏

@itsschiegg Месяц назад

That cable management and the thought put into the whole power system is just amazing. I mean that's quality work that people should look for (and hire!). Great setup Mark!

@kathysyphrit5713 Год назад

Mark will be finding work after sharing this. Great looking rebuild. Hiring him would be my choice.

@annthrockmorton1517 Год назад

"And rent's gone insane. . ." You're right about that! If it weren't for my house (for 33 years) IDK what the *heck* I would do, other than join a caravan myself. These rent prices are almost my whole pension check! (At least I have a pension!) Great setup you have there!

@EveryoneShouldWangChung 2 года назад

He's got the know how with electricity. He seems like a good dude.

@juliebarnett9812 9 месяцев назад

Thank you, Mark. What a nice trailer you built. Godspeed.

@davewenners6722 2 года назад

Nice build. I like the duel battery set up. I'm going to convert a 8x16 soon. Battery/solar is my biggest questions. I wondered if anyone had a back up system. I live in MA on the NH line.

@posteroonie 2 года назад

Those integrated power banks ("solar generators") solve all the integration problems and they're also pretty much unrepairable, and expensive in the higher kWh ranges. Residential solar panels are the best bang for the buck, and you're near the AltEStore in Boxborough so you don't have to pay the high cost of shipping them. Thing is, residential panels put out too much power for all but the big power banks. Anyhow you could get started with a power bank, then plan/pay for/install a big system, and keep the power bank for backup. My impression is that properly designed LFP systems are super reliable, so a backup is unnecessary.

@thevanman4498 8 месяцев назад

Great straight forward no nonsense layout. A thought just hit me today, what we are witnessing is a major return of the American itinerant worker. We came from huntinger gatherer roots and we are slowly returning there. Great to see able people take the bull by the horns and achieving self sufficiency away from very high real estate costs.

@MaryOKC 2 года назад

I think what he’s done to his trailer is awesome and that’s a skill in itself! … there’s Walmart jobs; there’s restocking shelves which I used to do and loved it because I could choose my own time to restock in a local grocery store chain.

@iliketowatch. 9 месяцев назад

I'm sure this guy found plenty of work by meeting other nomads. The work he did on his trailer looks great!

@ceeceety2320 2 года назад

We are currently building out our Ford E250 van and have bought all the solar with everything we need to make it work. I have a few years before retirement so thought we'd start with the van and when the time comes to go full time, we will get something just like this or possibly a travel trailer that has everything already to go. Just not sure yet. This makes me think I should use my trade and build a cargo trailer. They just seem like they will hold up better in the long run and I'm a carpenter all my life, so I can do the work. This really is a nice build and I'm paying attention to everything he's done. Thanks for sharing!

@thereseshine7506 Месяц назад

Thank you for your tour, Mark. You've got a high-tech trailer, all neat and tidy. The wiring is amazing! You could probably give classes on it. It's so impressive! Enjoy.

@yesiownfrodo Год назад

Wow. My goodness! He could do THIS for a living. And he could buy himself some different plots of land in climates he enjoys. Wow. I see good things in Mark's future! I imagined he's sealed the wood? I have never seen a better self build.

@lindapankhurst4513 2 года назад

Love his rig and his attitude!

@Amigoof 2 года назад

Nice guy with a great deal of talent. He won’t have any trouble finding work helping people build their vans, toy haulers, etc. out! Great video, Bob!!