GMC YUKON CAMPER CONVERSION/BUILD. YOU HAVE NOT SEEN A CAMPER LIKE THIS!

July 2023: UPDATE: I am selling the interior camping set up and all the goodies. Leave a comment if you are interested.
I decided not to go with a Sprinter or tow-behind because I wanted flexibility and 4x4 capabilities and I wanted everything in one place for my extended road trip to Alaska. This build took me three months. I had no plans really. The most important tip I can offer is that I got all the gear I knew I would be taking, and then I build the interior around how that gear would fit in the cabinetry the best, in terms of what I would need to access at night and in the morning, how to power supply worked, etc.
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  • @wanderingjadah
    @wanderingjadah Жыл бұрын

    I searched GMC Yukon build, saw this and was not disappointed. Your build is so thorough- thanks for posting!

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @trailrunnah8886
    @trailrunnah88862 ай бұрын

    I was researching builds on older Yukons and this came up. What a fantastic build! I love the attention to detail, you have lots of clever features here that I would totally copy if I had the woodworking skills, haha.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    2 ай бұрын

    I don’t really have woodworking skills either but I learned during this process!

  • @nancypalmer1047
    @nancypalmer10472 жыл бұрын

    Thx for the walkthrough a lot of great ideas and implementation!

  • @xtrekkmpr2016
    @xtrekkmpr2016 Жыл бұрын

    Dude that is one damn nice looking build👍🏼👍🏼

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @steadmanuhlich6734
    @steadmanuhlich6734 Жыл бұрын

    I've seen a lot of "build videos" for SUVs and Vans. This interior is one of the best I have seen for "fit and finish" and design. Gibbs has a very good sense of style and design. As he introduced each feature, I was impressed by the cohesive design for a single guy on the road. Outstanding! i wish I had the tools and workspace and vehicle and could do the same. Well done!

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @johnhubbard6262
    @johnhubbard6262 Жыл бұрын

    Very nice man, I kind of prioritize room for a guest over the room for gear, but then I usually camp alone so can see how that organization would be really handy.

  • @westcoastby101
    @westcoastby1014 ай бұрын

    This would be a dream camper in such SUVs! Perfect!!

  • @joesommer6401
    @joesommer64013 ай бұрын

    Nice job.

  • @SilasThornton1
    @SilasThornton18 ай бұрын

    Beautifully done good job. All the Best to ya

  • @Kad3nSJ
    @Kad3nSJ20 күн бұрын

    Nice!👍🏼

  • @daizamaker-jerrybraswell1997
    @daizamaker-jerrybraswell19979 ай бұрын

    Best build I’ve seen quality cabinetmaking bro!

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    9 ай бұрын

    Appreciate that

  • @Ceeboyforlife
    @Ceeboyforlife Жыл бұрын

    This is one badass buildout!

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @tdot321action4
    @tdot321action48 ай бұрын

    Superb!!!

  • @davesmith7977
    @davesmith7977 Жыл бұрын

    I just bought a 97 Yukon four-wheel drive. even though it's not as new as your truck. Thank you for some great ideas. Going full-time off grid

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Enjoy!!

  • @UTADV
    @UTADV Жыл бұрын

    Very functional and great looking build.

  • @user-dl5un3dd8k
    @user-dl5un3dd8k6 ай бұрын

    It is perfect and beautiful man, !!! I admire

  • @wyattoneable
    @wyattoneable Жыл бұрын

    Excellent build. I was scouring videos for ideas and you have given some things to think about. Thanks for posting this video.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah man! I’m glad. Have fun!

  • @Speedinginprogress
    @Speedinginprogress7 ай бұрын

    Pretty sweet. 👌

  • @jamiedean3558
    @jamiedean35586 ай бұрын

    This was impressive

  • @richardbeasley9084
    @richardbeasley9084 Жыл бұрын

    Nice job

  • @Chocacvrdkiss96
    @Chocacvrdkiss965 ай бұрын

    Man this is a good build… love it

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    5 ай бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @supernurse43
    @supernurse43 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome job.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @blippacg
    @blippacg7 ай бұрын

    Nice attention to detail.

  • @heatherhikes6880
    @heatherhikes68802 жыл бұрын

    Good luck on trip! Will be following. Plan trip north from PA in few years when retire. Nice build. We use a Toyota LC and trailer and still have a drawer system to build. The mahogany is beautiful and may have to copy.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    2 жыл бұрын

    Please do...and enjoy the process!

  • @DaveBurdickPhoto
    @DaveBurdickPhoto Жыл бұрын

    Amazing build! I have a '22 Suburban that I've been contemplating building out. All builds I've seen up to this point have been older gen models, yours is the first I've seen of the newer gen. Thanks for sharing, this is great.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Dave..in about two months I will be selling the entire interior and exterior rig set up, including fridge etc. I believe it would fit your 22 perfectly. Let me know if you would like to discuss further!

  • @lukebennett4121
    @lukebennett412110 ай бұрын

    Absolutely gorgeous build! Love the thorough thought behind every item you placed in there. I recently bought a 1 owner 8.1 gmt800 suburban and have been thinking about doing something similar. Remarkable craftsmanship!

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    10 ай бұрын

    Do it and have fun!

  • @paulgray6856
    @paulgray6856 Жыл бұрын

    Nice build.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you.

  • @stonybrooktileandrugcleani6763
    @stonybrooktileandrugcleani6763 Жыл бұрын

    Nice rug

  • @omar0177612
    @omar017761210 ай бұрын

    Covid tests lol 😂 gotta have those!

  • @paulinaflores3414
    @paulinaflores34146 ай бұрын

    Dirty ❤

  • @arcking007
    @arcking007 Жыл бұрын

    Wow Nantucket craftsmanship? Nice work. I've got a 2010 Yukon XL and wondered if I could make the newer Yukon work, love the look of the older trucks. The Yukon's been very capable off road with a decent lift and good AT tires. Perfect for a weekend warrior like me, living out of it for up to a week or two at a time. My build's nowhere near as nice as yours though!

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    I didn’t build it on island but that’s where I spend about 40% of my life. Truck has been awesome and after 21,000 miles (most of them dirt,) and even a trip down Baja, everything has stuck together. One thing; would def do a lift if I had to do it over again. Ive bottomed this out a tons of times and the running boards are wacked.

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    I am selling the entire interior if you are interested.

  • @arcking007

    @arcking007

    Жыл бұрын

    Wait what?? Well I'm still rockin my 2010 weekend warrior mobile and it's holding together pretty well. Thanks for the offer though! Maybe we'll see another build from you then?

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    @@arcking007 Not anytime soon. Moving overseas. :)

  • @brianalday3024
    @brianalday3024 Жыл бұрын

    Great looking rig! Are you using a Yakima LocknLoad platform rack? If not, what platform rack are you using and what are the dimensions?

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    I am using a 3 Thule Bars to support a BajaRack Megamule. Two bars would probably have been fine but I like a little overkill.

  • @chrislove68ify
    @chrislove68ify5 ай бұрын

    Talkn bout can live off grid nice & neat make the out doors ur man cave 😂

  • @1FAST91SONOMA
    @1FAST91SONOMA Жыл бұрын

    Yikes, I thought the whole reason the Dometic fridges cost so much was because of their efficiency. You said it takes 25W as a single zone fridge. My Alpicool TW35 dual zone fridge was $260 and it takes 11.54W with the large compartment set to 35 degrees and the smaller zone set to -4 degrees as a freezer. Glad I didnt go with Dometic. I got app control, dual zone, quick change battery, reversible lid, built in cutting board, wire baskets, and drain pul for easy cleaning.... at a fraction of the cost. EDIT - No wonder your fridge is eating so much power. It would consume less if you powered it with 12V DC instead of 120V AC.

  • @paulinaflores3414
    @paulinaflores34146 ай бұрын

    🎡🎠🎟

  • @bobvaughan3082
    @bobvaughan3082 Жыл бұрын

    Any suspension upgrades?

  • @gtolsdorf

    @gtolsdorf

    Жыл бұрын

    No, but in retrospect could have used a lift. I spend a lot of time on off-roads, and bottomed out a lot. Truck is not known for its clearance.

  • @rahin90
    @rahin909 ай бұрын

    I have the 2021 XL SLT. I hate the truck just 2 reasons. Reason #1 is the Seats are too Damn small. I'm only 5.9" and 185lbs and it gets so uncomfortable that I have to adjust the seat every couple of minutes. Maybe it's great for very skinny person. reason #2 is the starting wheel size. I mean com one GM this is not a prius. it's big giant so give a 15" or more steering wheel. it's only 14 and not comfortable at all. we have 5 of of these withing family and everyone hates the truck for that reason

  • @ddbb6721
    @ddbb67216 ай бұрын

    As soon as I saw Covid-19 Test you lost me are a Atheist?

  • @Achapunjabi
    @Achapunjabi Жыл бұрын

    Are you on insta ?