UPGRADING The Camper You Can Drive Around - MORE POWER - Build & Night In The Forest 

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Couple of ideas for the next few version. Ver 3: steel frame for better stability Ver 4: steel green house frame for better protection Ver 5: a 128mm gun turret for wild life encounters Ver 6: AA system, dam eagels can be agressive Ver 7: going nuclear, no more charging!

Dude I was hoping you did more with this please don't stop making these drivable campers ❤

Hello sir, I am new to your channel. I'm kinda of an old man now, in my 60s with very poor health. You're doing what I wish I could do. I really like watching the things that you come up with. Pretty neat stuff... My health isn't good at all, so watching these videos makes me feel like im camping along with you. I guess this is as close as I will ever get to camping again. Anyway, please keep making the videos. They're awesome!!! 👍

Small ideas to help improve this project 1. Suspension for smoother riding and more ground clearance 2. Skidplate as to not get any cables damaged by ground debris 3. Small wench in the front and back in case you get stuck in deep mud 4. Fan in the rear to blow air throughout the inside 5. Bluetooth capable raspberry pi that can connect to the battery to show your current charge at all times and you can even add a BerryGPS to it as well for the other features

You should add ventilation, it will really help with the humidity

The camper has gotten even better. For upgrades: mosquito netting on the inside for ventilation and protection from bugs, a thermacell for the same, and an induction burner so you can cook inside the tent. ❤

I am so into this kind of stuff ...having been homeless i see the comfort and security in projects like this ...thank you

Suggestion for the upgrade : you can put a little cooking area behind the camper sp you dont have to keep the burner down on the ground , a carrier for your shoes and the yellow tent can be modified a little , hope you like the suggestion , love your videos

This has quickly become my new favorite channel, keeping my childhood alive doing all the cool things I always wanted to do but did not have the resources or know-how to do. And you gotta turn that shelter you made into a permanent base camp or something.

Can't believe you made the upgrade so fast. It's really impressive how your earlier projects track how much you're improving. From reviewing a little corded drill to welding the differentials in an engine? Awesome sauce man.

You had mentioned that you could run a solar setup with a battery like that. My suggestion would be to create a fold out solar system that would sit atop the roof. (But not above the cockpit area) that could fold out while parked. Aside from that, this was an incredible build to witness! Great work!

I love watching these kinds of videos, especially when I'm laying in bed trying to sleep. Its such a cozy and cool video from start to finish, and I hope you do more videos like this. Even if it's just making minor upgrades or more camping with the same setup

It was pretty sweet to drive this one around :D

You need to add some fenders to cover the tracks so they don't fling up dirt into the camper. That'll be pretty cool. Maybe even a long board on the sides that can even be useful with the extra space.

You have to get ATV tires for your camper so you can have some cushion from the tires. Leave them a little deflated so they are kinda squishy. Then make a drivers seat with little springs that it sits on so you can cruze. If you are really ambitious you could do leaf springs that hold the axles with U-Bolts. Then you could go over logs and rocks. LOL

Shocks, sealant on the wood, and a little bit more structure on the base would make this build even better. Fantastic job brother I love this!

I think your next move should be making improvements to the camper part of the vehicle. Maybe add some fenders to mitigate the mud issue, and/or build a hard top with window screens (for ventilation and bug-proofing), storage compartments, roof rack, etc. This thing is awesome though!

I suggest that you install an AC/dehumidifier and a tank for storing fresh water somewhere for maximum comfort. Maybe even add a bug proof vent and an electric stove so that you don't need to bring propane and also have fresh air moving through the camper, this could also double as a heater if you keep it on low power, although I wouldn't use it as such at least while you sleep because it is a potential fire hazard.

I would enhance the upper section further by adding optional mosquito nets and a mechanism for folding out a sturdy pseudo-tent that extends from the rear, and including fold-out chairs and a table for comfortable dining and gaming.

Life is just for living. These are the simple things that I enjoys the most

I would love to see you make this into a series where you continue to evolve and upgrade the camper in each episode. You have a new subscriber here. Can't wait to see what you come up with next.

Wow, you could really have a gaming session in the woods with that new battery! Loved watching you upgrade your camper.

This whole thing is so cool, and ridiculous, I love it lol. Here is a couple random thoughts and ideas. Some good, some probably not so good... -A DC powered RGBW LED Strip down the bars would be great for power efficient interior lighting. -Strategic placement of some PC Fans may help with ventilation, something like the 200mm Noctua fans. Would be more energy efficient than using the inverter. -A Thermacell for the bugs would probably be helpful -Flexible solar panel roof for the battery? -You put more development time into your custom controller than they did for that Titanic sub... -Box of desiccant to help with humidity/condensation -Folding bleacher seat to give you a drivers seat that can be moved out of the way

Awesome project! I like the can-do attitude. Good solution to the differential issue, you came up with the same quick and dirty locked differential that people in the off road vehicle scene use, welding the spider gears. I think you could also just weld the output axle on the side you don't want, since you're only using the diffential for gear reduction. In a normal vehicle, the differential lets the vehicle turn without binding up, but an open differential does that by sending all the power to the axle with the least traction. Also, I've had issue with tarps tearing through screw heads when attached directly, if you roll the tarp in a dowel or pvc pipe and then put the screw through the pipe it will be much stronger.

What a great set of upgrades to the campinator! I may suggest adding screens somewhere in the middle of the greenhouse. This will give you some much-needed airflow and cut down on condensation. Also, maybe you could move the battery box and use it as a seat. I really like this build and look forward to seeing even more!

This is great! You're living several of my childhood dreams here. A few upgrade ideas: I feel like it really deserves a steel frame instead of the wooden one. Maybe aluminum would work too to save some weight. I've also seen some neat trailer builds using that corrugated plastic you often see those big political signs made out of. Strong, light, and would be a heck of an upgrade over that greenhouse and tarp thing.

You speak so clearly that I was able to watch at 1.75x speed, saving a lot of time, but still getting the entire video.

I love these videos, they are so calming and has no unnecessary humor by other creators which I really appreciate! 👍

wow it starts getting more and more professional. Two more videos in this series and you are gonna build a tank

Even just the shots of the tank driving by are fun as hell to watch! Of course the whole video is awesome. I don't usually watch DIY projects this long, but that's because most people are annoying and bad at making videos like this. This is quality.

Noticing the skipping on the tank treads when it turned, I'd recommend either steeper grooves to make the turning more smoother since the blades would cut into the ground more to hopefully provide more ease when turning. Another idea to improve this design into a V3 would be to turn it into Solar by adapting panels above the head rest area (Where you put the gear at during Drive mode) which would thus mean you'd have to upgrade the greenhouse frame to recommodate the strength for such panels. By doing such, you can eliminate the big bulk in the cock-pit/drivers area, allowing for when it's parked and you're laying down way more room. Finally another design to help would be to make a kind of slider mechanism do you can still get ventilation when driving, but there wouldn't be so much dirt kicked up. Or perhaps a clip/lock-in panel you can detach for when you're sleeping that is angled to just half-way go up so you can get a window, but the dirt isn't kicked up into the sleeping quarters.

You’ll never believe it, a raccoon drove off with my campsite.

Suspensions to make the ride smooth? I am always amazed at how well these builds come. Good job!👍🏽

Awesome upgrades! I think the next step would be to make a custom sturdier frame and maybe explore putting solar panels on the roof. Also a skylight or something like that so when you are camping out in the woods you can look up at the stars while you fall asleep. Just an idea

2:27 - "I may have gone a little bit overboard..." That's not "overboard", that's "HELL YEAH!!!"

You my guy, are awesome, really digging your persona, vibe and sweetness. Cheers!

People have probably already recommended this, but now with the new camper updates, you should do another gaming in the woods in the camper! My game recommendation would be none other than The Forest. Very cool video man. Thank you for sharing your creativity!

I loved this build except for two things. You would have been way better off using only two motors and taking advantage of the differentials (which are welded now). There's no way you're ever going to use full power on all four and doubt it'd come close even with 2. You'd need to add steering though. Second thing, really wish you had some suspension. But overall looks fun as heck. Wish you'd also posted the amp draw at different throttle settings! The reasons the diffs didn't put out power is they expect resistance on both sides. Check out how a car differential works and it's the same thing. Most importantly, it allows it to turn without locking up treads like you are experiencing now.

This is so cool! You could very easily add some leaf springs to those axles and it would make the ride so much better, and the camp rig would be more isolated. Such a cool build!

Damn, this is amazing! I used to love hiking through the forests, but multiple sclerosis has now put me permanently in a wheelchair so I can't go off road anymore. I'd love something like this to take me back to nature - I reckon I could build a pull out ramp to propel my wheelchair straight in up to the controls! Awesome!

I think this is on par with Primitive Technology when it comes to how satisfying you make the step-by-step process. Seriously great work Quiet Nerd! Only my second video here and I am hooked

Yay, 2.0! That turned out so cool! The 48 V battery is awesome. With the 4 tracks your camper really wants to go! The only possible improvement I can think of is bug screen on the ends, with magnetic closures. On hot nights the bugs will stay out but you can have cool air. Congrats on 100k subs!

A few suggestions; 1) A USB power station. Convert from 48VDC to 5VDC to power it. 2) Telescoping pole with lighting that uses a USB light, would give 360 light for your area. 3) Tool rack? FOr carrying shovel, ax, and other large "pole" tools. 4) Make a small trailer that can be detached. (Water Mule) 5) USB Water pump, if you get near a water source, you can filter it and fill some containers. 6) Replace flooring with thin metal plates. Reduces weight, adds structual integrity. 7) If you bring a "Fog Machine" you can add Citronella oil to the "fogger juice" and fog the area to reduce the bugs fast. 8) You can get a better control set, such as this using an RC remote rewired to work with your system. No RF, but direct wired.

How to find a single innovative, creative and gaming person like you!

Really awesome video dude! I hope you continue modding the camper till it is able to go over the pond and deeper into the forest! Keep up the good work! Maybe a chair and something to plow through dense vegetation next? Looking forward to seeing you push the throttle!

So Cool! Try adding another floorboard which have a cutout that can flip up as a driving backseat! Having from track guard to prevent the dirt would be nice, (imagine its mud instead of dirt).

What I think would make this the greatest mobile camper made would be if the sides could extend up. That way you could raise it when you want to get out, or cook, or even stand up, and then lower it back down to seal it up again with some easy clamps. Just a thought, love the build!

This dude's a "G" Even sounds like a Small Tank which is Awesome👍🏻

So seriously cool! Really glad you decided to upgrade! With the extra power you could even add a cargo trailer for this to pull even more gear for longer stays

This upgrade is a lot better with the control panel and the Tank wheels. Regarding the mud that comes off of the Tank treads you could put some kind of mud guards there that you can fold back when you have parked up. Also a small folding padded seat without legs on it bolted to the floor may be more comfortable to rest your back while driving so that you do not end up with a back ache.

Pretty amazing watching this try to upgrade with suspensions to make the ride more comfortable. Cheers

Oh man this is my biggest dream even when I was little while with your friends going camping enjoying the forest cooking snacks thanks for making the video.

I just enjoy watching you pet everything. Pat it with proudness! Well done with the campinator! Keep going! We want more!

3.0 could have a popup camper with a tiny kitchenette and water pump. Not a whole lot of real estate but I think it makes for a fun challenge! Great video!

You should make some vents with mesh and a plastic rain cover.

What a fun build and video! The two things I would add if it were me... #1 - Some screen fabric and velcro to attach to the zipper area on the openings for fresh air when wanted. #2 - A camo net to throw over the camper when I want to disappear. Awesome creation! 👍

This channel is one of RU-vid's best-kept secrets. Dude's awesome.

Honestly, great watchable content. Your ingenuity knows no bounds. Thank you.

Bro is living everyone's dream and I'm jealous

I watched this again without realizing I had already watched it, and came back to leave the exact same comment I apparently left last time. Bro really welded the differentials.

That smile when you start driving it 😂 It's good to see how much you enjoy the fruits of your labor :)

This looks like it was so much fun!! Just an idea, what about adding a little “screen door” so you can get some fresh air without being eaten alive by the bugs? Maybe even just using a piece of screen with velcro attachments!

Dude, junk yard, old leaf springs. suspension. This thing is awesome.

This video was so calm and inspiring. I really enjoyed how you went through each and every step of the upgrade, plus the full review afterward.

Excellent video. The QN-02 is a huge step forward. Maybe the next upgrades should be to move the axles closer together, I saw that steering can be harsh, and a shorter distance between front and back tracks will mitigate it. QN-03 may feature isolated plywood hard construction and solar panels. You can even try one of those small portable ACs.

Excellent build. The only thing it really needs is a protector to Mount the undercarriage to protect the electrical components so this way when you go over wet grass and dirt the components under the floor boards do not get damaged. And I use a two outlet invertir so I can plug more than one thing if I need to. I would carry a portable solar panel to recharge battery (if the that battery is made for recharging).

When I would camp out at renfest I used to use a yoga mat to sleep on too. Then I switched to an outdoor chair cushion the longer one. So comfy I didn’t want to get up.

This dude's number of subscribers should be in the millions.

I love the 2.0 version! For long-term use its probably good to waterproof the wood.

Watching the transformation of this camper into a mobile forest haven was nothing short of inspiring. The ingenuity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail displayed in every modification and upgrade truly resonated with the spirit of exploration and innovation. What struck me most was the potential this camper holds for even greater adventures. Imagine if this marvel of engineering could be combined with a boat's functionality. The ability to traverse not only trails and roads but also lakes and rivers would open up a whole new world of possibilities. The freedom to camp on water, to be less reliant on conventional paths, and to explore untouched landscapes would redefine the very essence of camping. Your creation has already pushed the boundaries of what's possible, but the idea of a camper-boat hybrid tantalizes the imagination. It's a testament to human creativity and our relentless pursuit of the unknown. Thank you for sharing this incredible journey with us. Your work is a beacon of innovation, and I eagerly await what the future holds for this extraordinary camper. Keep on keeping on, and may your trails lead to even more wondrous destinations.

Nice shirt!...I grew up in Farmington/Farmington Hills...I live downriver now but Marvelous Marvin's was a go to during high school!...I graduated from Farmington Harrison...well glad to see another Michigander doing videos!...my favorite channel period!

You've outdone yourself young man with this new 2.0, whatever that is! I have an idea....a pop up camper! Just like the Volkswagen bus. Cut a little section on top, create some kind of spring action thingy out of something made of wood, add some more cut to fit yellow tarp for it, and in no time you're standing! Maybe a clear round moon roof as part of it and then you're star gazing too ( or maybe just a star or two because of all those trees in that part of the forest). So anyway that's my suggestion. I'm sure you'll get way more. Feeding a creative mind like yours is fun!

I got suggested part 1 of this right before you uploaded this video, I saw your forest gaming setup video last week and definitely had to drop a sub! My suggestions for the camper crawler would be starting with a bug net layer beneath the clear layer, so you can let fresh air flow in on warmer days without as many flying pests or creepy crawlies getting in. Assuming the greenhouse rods can support the extra weight! Another idea is to add a reclining seat, so the lurch back from hitting the throttle won't be as bad. Maybe you could add an additional layer of planks on top of the current layer, so the seat can recline back and lay flush with the rest for a proper flat surface you can lay on? Would also be nice so you can game sitting up without destroying your back! And my last idea would be for a platform of sorts you could attach to the back, maybe a steel grate style platform that you could cook on and that folds up when you're moving so it doesn't get caught on anything. Could allow for more stuff to be brought along and help put that extra horsepower to use!

What a fun build and what great modifications to it. I would add some no-see-um bug screen and get a thermacell to keep the mosquitoes away. The green grasshoppers, as you call them, are cicadas. The giant mosquito looking thing is actually a mosquito hunter, so you don't want to kill them. I'm excited to see what you do with this next and I do want to see it run in the snow.

man, just found out ur channel. merging tech with camp and nature is something i allways dreamed about to do and you did it. i'm so jealous! love ur channel, man.

the cooking segment really sold it for me. I want one so bad. Just laying down, making some grub watching nature. amazing. also I love the MMMM shirt!

This is very impressive- you should do a video series for dummies on each section like motors, buses, controls, etc. You’ve clearly got a lot of knowledge and a passion to share 😊

Honestly, it's not just your content that's so informative, and entertaining, it's your personality and how you voice everything that you do. seeing your videos and hearing you talk is 100% soothing and makes it all the more enjoyable. I'm glad to have subscribed to you and can't wait for more of your videos! :)

I love this entire aspect so incredibly much, just the idea that you and a few friends could each make one of these and just GO camping. But as far as ideas I had that I got from watching the upgrade, I do have a few. 1) I love the idea of getting a second identical battery and building a housing around it so you can make the front end look like a big-rig! With the additional power supply obviously you'd need more wheel/tread action going on. What I would propose is to build a small section that would extend about 1/3 the length of the green house metal framing IN FRONT of where you sit normally, make the "front cab" wide enough to accommodate yourself and a nice cozy space. The next thing it would need is some tread, I was thinking 4 additional tread wheels would be good to support this section alone. 2 in the front and 2 right behind you. Then I would try to connect it up so that the front half has an easier time turning, like making it a 2-compartment travel camper. I would also think it'd be pretty cool to add a 3rd axle on the main long compartment right in the middle. Remember the front end and how I said its similar to a big rig with the boxed in double battery for a front end? Well I was thinking to push the batteries even further, get a small light bar kit and mount it overhead, then make cool front and rear lights that are perhaps dimable like how cars have hi and low beams. Additionally I would IMPLORE you to please get 2 more of those fans (i would splice in the batteries to power both) where you add them is your business but I would add one at just above head level when laying down by my head, and the other on the opposite side by my feet. Before that though to keep out any unwater bugs, find, measure, cut, and attach your preferred version of mesh screen to the back side of each fan as a physical deterrent! Alternatively if you could manage to get larger tread wheels and raise it off the ground juuuusst a big bit you could make a cubby underneath where you'd lay to serve many different purposes like cooling food and drinks keeping parishable foods good for longer events! But what I like the most for that is potentially using the 2 fan system to pull air from that cubby into the Big-Rig-o-Matic 3000 to keep it nice and cool on the hot days. Draining could be easy, ensure the interior cubby is waterproof somehow and then strategically drill holes so that the water can leave when it melts. The thing is maybe it should go from 2 to 3 fans if you go with the larger cubby option though, one up front my the driver in the lead cab, one at the rear somewhere opposite, and perhaps one built into a floor board to act as a floor vent. That way you can selectively use the "AC", naturally pull in fresh air and push out old air with just the front and back fans. I would build them into the Big-Rig-o-Matic 3000 sidewalls and make a cover for the fans when not in use to protect from water damage. Thats all i got for now, i hope these ideas are of some use to you

Love too see more on this like adding solar charging, maybe mud management, suspension, ventilation. And would love to see it in snow and other terrain

Try making a ventilation and add a second smaller battery for an electric stove and a mini fridge for comfortable cooking and for the cold nights or winter a heater/cooler. Also think about adding solar panels and maybe some night time lighting. For the comfortable ride add some kind of suspension

I love these, keep upgrading this thing. I have a couple suggestions, maybe upgrade the frame to metal or at least put some paint on it, you don't want this thing to get wet and start to rot. Also, ever thought of building a wooden hut on it instead of a greenhouse? You're pretty good with wood, you could make a little hut, maybe put solar panels on top? But if you do do that I would highly recommend upgrading the frame, don't want to make this super cool camper only to not be able to use it in wet terrain. I'm not an expert, but from my experience, anything wooden that is going to be outside needs paint at least, preferably lacquer, it makes it last sooooo much longer in wet conditions. I personally use boat lacquer on anything I build out of wood that is going to be exposed to the elements, I mean hey, if it protects boats from salt water it's going to withstand a bit of rain right?

I think you should take it in the snow. those treads would work perfect in the snow keep up the great work❤

This guy is living my dream XD the idea of a little rover camper is SO cool.

I had a feeling you were going to revisit this project. Keep the videos coming.Good job man!

For all the hard work you put in, you deserve a lot more subscribers.

Be sweet to get a light bar and install it under the unit to illuminate the ground around you. I like this build. GG

this is every men's dream I always wanted a small car/vehicle that I could drive in the forest and sleep inside of it overnight, this is just everything that I've ever dreamt of when I was young

Looks awesome! 360° outdoor lighting would look sick.

I just love the idea that you could make a tiny camper and drive to places that are inaccessible for normal RV’s.

May I suggest tread tank guards lol. You can get them for rc cars, but i think for purpose it may work, or ad a mosquito net while you drive to keep the dirt out. Also invest in some very good cowboy boots, not ones with teal meant for fashion. Real cowboy boots, ones meant to protect you from the burs and animal stings and bites. I like your style! Much love from South Texas.

You do very well. Thank you for speaking very clearly aswell. I am deaf and rely mostly on captions but I was able to follow you with speech and text

The best way to lock those differentials is to have a plate (heavy enough steel to weld a spline stub to) with a "dummy" fixed axle (stub) on the inside/center, that matches the spline and bolt pattern of the axle receiver you want to "anchor". This locks the unused side of the dif, much like you did, but without welding. You are locking it mechanically. If the plate has a threaded receiver on the outside, you could still connect the two difs with a pipe like you did. This keeps it original and you don't have to take it all apart and weld it.

the most entertaining series on yt right now please make some more loving it

This guy is awesome. We need more people like him. He finds the beauty in everything

LOL...... Love it 17.05..... HUGE SMILE Thunderbirds are go

This wonderful little camper was my childhood dream! I get such a kick out of watching you build and then rebuild this thing. I've upped my own game: I'm #vanlife now, although I have a lot of upgrades of my own to make. Thank you so much for sharing this!

I AM JEALOUS THAT YOU HAVE TIME TO COME UP WITH THIS. EXCELLENT JOB AND VERY CREATIVE. WELL DONE AND I AM EXCITED TO SEE WHAT ELSE YOU HAVE DONE TOO. 👍👊

Oh YO. I saw your original video many months ago when it was just a box you dragged into the forest. What an upgrade!