I built a LUXURY micro camper for less than $1,000

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  • @majestickingz5135
    @majestickingz513511 ай бұрын

    Pin me

  • @ChayDenne

    @ChayDenne

    11 ай бұрын

    okay

  • @madgui5023

    @madgui5023

    11 ай бұрын

    Ochay

  • @Sammyflopped

    @Sammyflopped

    11 ай бұрын

    @@ChayDenne noice build

  • @majestickingz5135

    @majestickingz5135

    11 ай бұрын

    @@ChayDenne Dang that fast😭, I appreciate you for reading the comments. This video was a banger keep it up🔥🔥

  • @RyanFur

    @RyanFur

    11 ай бұрын

    @@ChayDenne man forgot the mini fridge

  • @jeffwright9431
    @jeffwright94319 ай бұрын

    It looks really good but for anyone wanting to do this please remember that the trailer is going to flex a lot as it goes down the road hitting potholes and bumps. The tile floor will eventually pop up, the pink insulation inside the walls will sag towards the bottom, and the drywall walls will crack. Imagine your house enduring an earthquake, except it goes on for hours during a road trip. Use linoleum sheet for floor, foam board for insulation, and 1/4" plywood for interior walls. To further reduce weight install 2"x3" framing instead of 2"x4" and 1/8" plastic laminate for interior walls.

  • @mathewcalaway7684

    @mathewcalaway7684

    7 ай бұрын

    Don't forget hauling a 12 foot tall box down the highway.

  • @ravenRedwake

    @ravenRedwake

    7 ай бұрын

    Wouldn’t foam board be lighter anyways?

  • @eddiew.4650

    @eddiew.4650

    6 ай бұрын

    To be honest, I'd be surprised if they even still use it after filming this video. It looks like it'll easily fall apart in less than a year.

  • @weakish

    @weakish

    6 ай бұрын

    @@eddiew.4650 Honestly, just found this channel and all their builds are pretty bad and have some super questionable and cringe design decisions. I bet they do all these as cheap as they can just to cut a video and then sell the piece of crap they made. This is like their 4th "camper".

  • @ronsterDmonster

    @ronsterDmonster

    6 ай бұрын

    @@weakish "creators" just be makin anything these days.... they just tryna pay them bills i couldn't even get thru half of this video they are not serious

  • @willwebster2734
    @willwebster273411 ай бұрын

    For the love of sparkie god, do not run the A/C and cooktop at the same time. You will melt that 16 gauge extension cord wiring. Love the build, it came out fantastic! My only advice as an electrician… if you reeeally can't afford the romex, please use a heavier duty cord. At least a 14 gauge, preferably 12 if you can swing it. That is all. @PresidentChay pin me, you won’t 👀👀

  • @rarshaizgaming3444

    @rarshaizgaming3444

    11 ай бұрын

    Lets pray they do not learn the hard way why it is such a bad idea.

  • @Satchmojones

    @Satchmojones

    11 ай бұрын

    Its a VERY bad idea!

  • @chadcurrent1645

    @chadcurrent1645

    11 ай бұрын

    That's scary just the air conditioner on its own. I guarantee there is no overcurrent protection on this thing. They are risking there lives if they sleep with the AC on. At least buy the proper wire for the plugs to use the AC and a cooking appliance.

  • @steffanpinson1290

    @steffanpinson1290

    11 ай бұрын

    @@chadcurrent1645 the irony of dying in a fire from using air conditioning is not lost on me. 🤣

  • @maxi-me

    @maxi-me

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@steffanpinson1290 good one😅 or maybe bad one😮 I'm afraid more of them selling this to some unsuspecting slacker who'll drag it out to _Burning Man_ festival 😬

  • @search_eternal
    @search_eternal5 ай бұрын

    Looks pretty good. But drywall was a bad idea for a camper. Should have just used wood paneling which is about 1/8 in thick and very light.

  • @server1ok

    @server1ok

    5 ай бұрын

    I agree, + you can shave off another 150 USD on the cost :,D hahaha

  • @max57rich37

    @max57rich37

    4 ай бұрын

    Spray foam insulation would have been a better choice also

  • @IndependentArmz

    @IndependentArmz

    4 ай бұрын

    or just 1/4 drywall for weight. Moister barrier drywall. it goes in kitchens baths etc. anywhere a water pipe is.

  • @daviddun1389

    @daviddun1389

    3 ай бұрын

    Agreed

  • @Itried20takennames

    @Itried20takennames

    Ай бұрын

    Yeah….this all looks decent at first, but the wood and dry wall will turn into a mildewy, rotted mess in a couple years thru condensation, water leakage, hot/cold cycles, etc,

  • @MrPanzerDragoon
    @MrPanzerDragoon5 ай бұрын

    Imagine how many homes you can provide for the homeless.

  • @Bellllllz
    @Bellllllz10 ай бұрын

    Cargo trailer conversion here with a few things to point out if you truly plan to do this. First, please seal your wood, even if you torch it will make it last so much longer but paint will really seal it, front and back, you dont want black mold. You NEVER want to use house wire because it will break, you actually WANT to use extension cord but bigger gauge. Use foam board as insulation, 2". never EVER use drywall, it will literally crumble while driving down the road, use thin plywood instead for your walls. Seriously this tiny idea is amazing, so simple, but if you want your rig to last longer then a summer, you're going to want to edit materials.

  • @MuskratOutdoors

    @MuskratOutdoors

    10 ай бұрын

    I thought the same thing about the drywall. 1/4 inch plywood would have been better.

  • @Bellllllz

    @Bellllllz

    10 ай бұрын

    @MuskratOutdoors yep! I thiiink that's the thickness we used for our walls actually. What's really awesome is the thinness helps to bring it into your rig because it has a good bit of flex to it. We coated the backs and edges of our walls with mold and mildew resistant paint.

  • @BeatBoyStill

    @BeatBoyStill

    10 ай бұрын

    never use extension cord wire, it degrades with heat, look at the NEC. Its better to use stranded THWN/THHN wire and use pvc conduit, or flex conduit. THIS is how you prevent a death caused by a "hot spot" fire 3 years down the line.

  • @zdbrownie

    @zdbrownie

    10 ай бұрын

    You do not want extension cord, it is not made for this application.

  • @josevazquez1042

    @josevazquez1042

    10 ай бұрын

    @@zdbrownieno cards, check.

  • @radicalrick9587
    @radicalrick958711 ай бұрын

    *For just $900, along with $2,000 worth of scrap materials lying around, you can create an affordable tiny home.*

  • @moofynu

    @moofynu

    11 ай бұрын

    It definitely was not 3k worth. 1.75k max. Which is less than a decent pc. A fricken camp trailer for less than a pc. Even if jt was 3k thats a good buy

  • @radicalrick9587

    @radicalrick9587

    11 ай бұрын

    @@moofynu *No, I agree. The point was, it will cost more than $900 because most people don't have a lot of the right materials lying around such as you guys did. They'll have to purchase most of it.* *FYI, I paid almost $3,000 for my laptop with upgrades. It's a monster. 5TB SSD, 36GB Memory, 4GHz, etc...*

  • @treaac8207

    @treaac8207

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@moofynua decent PC is around 1.2k-1.5k wdym lol

  • @CT-pb9id

    @CT-pb9id

    11 ай бұрын

    I was going to post this same exact thing. I was going to go a little higher in materials; hardware, glue, windows, tile, electrical, etc. If you have 70% of your build on hand, it will be cheap. If you had plywood, and a few other items on hand, you built a LUXURY CAMPER FOR FREEEEEE. Amazing!

  • @Purone4050

    @Purone4050

    11 ай бұрын

    @@treaac8207 depends on how decent you want it to be

  • @Flyfishing57
    @Flyfishing575 ай бұрын

    Great job. I did one 5 years ago with different types of wood, 2x2 walls with rigid insulation and heat/ vapor barrier. Roof was paint instead of glue with a drop cloth. Trailer has 3 doors no windows (just a place for storage and to cook and sleep). 5 years later i have no leaks, living in Kentucky past 2 years.

  • @Dokic.
    @Dokic.14 күн бұрын

    I absolutely love these ideas. I know they won't last, but what fun.

  • @maddygvanlifer435
    @maddygvanlifer43511 ай бұрын

    Wow you guys are gifted over and beyond! I just turned 70 and tired of paying rent. I'm looking to get a cargo van to build out myself but I'm scared because it's just me and my little dog, but you guys just inspired me. Great content. Well done guys, well done. God bless you!!

  • @lightwarrior432

    @lightwarrior432

    11 ай бұрын

    Just find one and go slow 😉👍🏽

  • @Egguana_

    @Egguana_

    11 ай бұрын

    Hope all goes well!

  • @DJ-jq5rh

    @DJ-jq5rh

    11 ай бұрын

    No fear, Just do it!

  • @MADDOG100ful

    @MADDOG100ful

    11 ай бұрын

    Use 1/4 inch drywall , now it's half the weight. :)

  • @MADDOG100ful

    @MADDOG100ful

    11 ай бұрын

    Nice job!

  • @charlesbook8229
    @charlesbook822910 ай бұрын

    I'll give them credit they did build it for $1000 but only because they had a lot of the supplies needed, already laying around.

  • @TheMansfieldlad

    @TheMansfieldlad

    7 ай бұрын

    There's gotta be over a grand in tools even second hand

  • @homevalueglass3809

    @homevalueglass3809

    7 ай бұрын

    Including the trailer

  • @randybobandy9828

    @randybobandy9828

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@TheMansfieldladtools never count

  • @TheMansfieldlad

    @TheMansfieldlad

    7 ай бұрын

    @@randybobandy9828 why don't you just fuck off with Lahey and rehearse one of those plays you're always in.

  • @RCG3Games

    @RCG3Games

    7 ай бұрын

    ​@@TheMansfieldladyeah tools don't count but the trailer and extra material does

  • @JD-nb4rp
    @JD-nb4rp2 ай бұрын

    Nice trailer! Excellent value for a grand! I've built an 8'x 12' trailer. Many comments about building material choices on here. I say good job, for all the advisor's here...go spend your own grand and make your own choices. This was your time, your money your video. Point is be resourceful, work hard, don't be afraid! Make it happen. Enjoy your new travel trailer!

  • @patriciasilvia7998
    @patriciasilvia7998Ай бұрын

    This is absolutely magnificent. I have to say I did not think it was going to look that beautiful inside. In our driveway right now We have one of those trailers sitting in our driveway right now . I’m telling my sons that they can make one of these and feel like they have something of their own specially, in today’s world. You are both a great inspiration. I hope my boys see this and would love to do this build and then go camping with their parents sometime because we have our own camper.

  • @TimeBucks
    @TimeBucks11 ай бұрын

    You guys make it look so easy

  • @shuklaji05

    @shuklaji05

    11 ай бұрын

    👍

  • @rumadey2423

    @rumadey2423

    11 ай бұрын

    👍

  • @nicolecomeau6112

    @nicolecomeau6112

    11 ай бұрын

    thumbs up

  • @juijahura1417

    @juijahura1417

    11 ай бұрын

    Gd

  • @deputyfuzzball

    @deputyfuzzball

    11 ай бұрын

    FR IT MAKE ME ANGY >:(

  • @imscanon
    @imscanon11 ай бұрын

    I had an interesting thought. You could build a big garage that is separated into two spaces, one for a car and one that has a ton of cabinetry, a murphy bed, sofa, etc. even a heating stove, and well insulated maybe even laundry and a sink. This would classify as a garage/workshop for property tax purposes. THEN you could park a trailer like this inside it so you have a kitchen and bathroom and voila, you have a house. You could have little properties in all your favorite places and just roll up with your little trailer and you're home without all the drama of building a house or paying the high taxes on a house. Technically, you're 'living' in an RV and not the structure as that's where the kitchen and bath are. I'm really seeing benefits here....thanks for the inspo!

  • @throneborn

    @throneborn

    11 ай бұрын

    Most genius thing I've read all week.

  • @kevinrediya3664

    @kevinrediya3664

    11 ай бұрын

    nobody cares women.

  • @tayloreh

    @tayloreh

    11 ай бұрын

    Whoa

  • @andrewfullington9777

    @andrewfullington9777

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@kevinrediya3664 hater spotted

  • @radicalrick9587

    @radicalrick9587

    11 ай бұрын

    @@manuelester7420 *Now if only we could see Kevin Redya thumb down **#s**. It's probably in the thousands : ).*

  • @XTCgy911
    @XTCgy9114 ай бұрын

    You guys make a great team ...and seems like you work well together..that's so much work ... But worth it Thanks for posting this..I enjoyed it a lot .

  • @tm92489
    @tm924893 ай бұрын

    Good Job mate! I just upgraded my Prado similarly. Took a few gold bars laying under my mattress for no reason and went straight to the dealer. It costs me less than $50 for the trip.

  • @jeffreyferguson83
    @jeffreyferguson8311 ай бұрын

    Nice build, two things I would definitely change! Spend the money on the wiring and 1/4 plywood on inside instead of heavy drywall

  • @dc345601

    @dc345601

    11 ай бұрын

    Exactly what I was thinking especially running the cook too and AC on that wiring 🔥

  • @tridocao143

    @tridocao143

    11 ай бұрын

    ok

  • @venomlink2033

    @venomlink2033

    11 ай бұрын

    Was just going to comment on how cool it would look to have a wood interior. I like the idea of a “log cabin” aesthetic.

  • @user-po4mw3dv1p

    @user-po4mw3dv1p

    11 ай бұрын

    And maybe a window on the angled wall for a bit more natural light? 🤔🤷‍♂️

  • @robertaltman3801

    @robertaltman3801

    11 ай бұрын

    @VenomLink Could have framed the walls up with pallet's and the interior.

  • @ThisMrMister
    @ThisMrMister11 ай бұрын

    I love the 3D graphics going along with what they're building. It just makes following along what they're doing literally a thousand times easier.

  • @furiousredeem1207

    @furiousredeem1207

    11 ай бұрын

    yea i think they're using sketchup.

  • @xxxMixedGenreFavs

    @xxxMixedGenreFavs

    11 ай бұрын

    The fact that they weren't wearing PPE gear or gloves made me cringe the whole time i was watching this ,smh.

  • @n4thawin

    @n4thawin

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@xxxMixedGenreFavs you wear gloves when you press the dislike button too? 😂

  • @toddbender3463

    @toddbender3463

    11 ай бұрын

    Those beds are skinnier than the ones in solitary confinement. That's not going to be "sleeping comfortably."

  • @onoybeuh

    @onoybeuh

    11 ай бұрын

    @@toddbender3463 some people sleep on the floor. it is more healthy to sleep on a solid surface anyway

  • @reedr7142
    @reedr71425 ай бұрын

    What about a window screen? Truly amazing work, both with the build, and the cinematography.

  • @longwildernesswalks
    @longwildernesswalks6 ай бұрын

    As a mechanical engineer of 20+ years with a PE stamp, I kindly ask that anyone and everyone out there do not duplicate this build as it is incredibly unsafe. That said and out of the way, this was super fun to watch. I really didn't think you could pull it off, but seeing as you have a nice junk pile to pull from and a cheap old utility trailer, it just made sense to work with what you have on hand. Pretty cool. I know you put some work into this as PMF isn't fun or easy to do. I tried it in the early 00's with another buddy. Good job you guys.

  • @vickieadams6648

    @vickieadams6648

    5 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the heads up as a novice.

  • @pullupterraine199

    @pullupterraine199

    5 ай бұрын

    The only unsafe in this microcamper is that if one farts inside with window closed, both occupants die.

  • @Kristinapedia

    @Kristinapedia

    5 ай бұрын

    I knew it was incredibally unsafe and I'm not even an engineer tho I have worked in retail hardware for 30 years. ;-)

  • @stuffthatijustsay5523

    @stuffthatijustsay5523

    4 ай бұрын

    Let’s not be too polite. This “build” is a pile of shit and is disinformation for anyone wanting to learn how to build something practical

  • @Justclassicallylia

    @Justclassicallylia

    3 ай бұрын

    why is it insafe???

  • @dalesworld1308
    @dalesworld130811 ай бұрын

    That looks great! Only thing I would have done is called it an $1,100 camper and bought some 12/2 wire. When I see an electric cooktop and an air conditioner you really should have heavier gauge wire in those walls.

  • @christophernrodriguez8296
    @christophernrodriguez829610 ай бұрын

    I really don’t think that a regular person could make something like that for a thousand bucks, but it’s pretty cool that you showed how you budgeted out your project. I also loved the idea of a “poor man’s fiberglass”.

  • @chucklakeridge7944

    @chucklakeridge7944

    10 ай бұрын

    Agree, the extra material they have around, not to mention some specialty tools, is over a thou.

  • @thecataclysmitician4661

    @thecataclysmitician4661

    10 ай бұрын

    And they sure as shit didn't either... He actually says under $900 in the video, and under $1k in the title, liars never keep their story straight..

  • @chucklakeridge7944

    @chucklakeridge7944

    10 ай бұрын

    @@thecataclysmitician4661 Consensus is .. these kids are full of crap and their camper is a POS.

  • @katdraco9999

    @katdraco9999

    10 ай бұрын

    @@thecataclysmitician4661 i mean under $900 is technically under a thousand.

  • @bruhbruh7786

    @bruhbruh7786

    10 ай бұрын

    Honestly they kept it that cheap cause they had a solid amount of the materials needed on hand, in reality for somebody to actually attempt this as one of if not their first builds they'd have to buy most of those materials outright. Also for a beginner they'd have to get several tools that they might not have and honestly unless you wanna gamble on some tools you got from the pawn shop the tools and equiptment alone would cost at least $1000+. I really like it and it looks awesome but its a bit misleading.

  • @Miechiskege
    @Miechiskege3 ай бұрын

    Wow this was absolutely so cool and insightful. Thanks for the build guys! Loved this

  • 2 ай бұрын

    i built a 100 foot by 8 foot camper

  • @Shane7son
    @Shane7son19 күн бұрын

    Bro, this video was a blessing to me. I do a lot of traveling daily. I have a house but I still need somewhere to stay. Thank you. I also want to do the same thing you did, but with the restroom and the shower

  • @THE_BLOOD_MAN
    @THE_BLOOD_MAN10 ай бұрын

    luxury is generous but i love the amount of work you guys were able to do on this. the perfect DIY spirit

  • @SteedDigital1

    @SteedDigital1

    10 ай бұрын

    Except that 16awg wiring. That is the Achilles heal of the whole build.

  • @monhi64

    @monhi64

    10 ай бұрын

    Hell calling his use of the word luxury generous is being generous. I mean dawg cut every single corner that he physically could, title is 100% clickbait. I get the KZread algorithm grind and everything but it is a lil annoying. Fortunately the end result is still pretty cool so I don’t think anyone is that upset. I guess the rationale is they were going for a luxury aesthetic even though it’s 90% “poor man’s fiberglass” & “the cheapest extension cord they sell” 😂

  • @davidwheeler7613
    @davidwheeler76138 ай бұрын

    I have built two of these but used waterproof siding for $33 a sheet at Lowes. It has a lifetime warranty and did not need paint because it had a nice beveled texture. Also my second one i used air lifts and the roof could open and close. I also used 1x3's sideways to increase the living space and reduce weight and cost. I used insulation board some which was cracked and being tossed out and thin paneling on the inside. Also paint or fiberglass all the plywood flooring top and bottom and edges I like your used bus window idea because normally windows pricey to buy. Its nice you brothers are helping each other.

  • @blaster-zy7xx

    @blaster-zy7xx

    8 ай бұрын

    Yeah, that's the way I would have done it too. I cringed at drywall on a trailer.

  • @redhotz21

    @redhotz21

    4 ай бұрын

    @davidwheeler7613 could you make a video showing us how you made your home built camper trailer? Sounds like a great planned one

  • @chrismak4859
    @chrismak48592 ай бұрын

    That was an amazing and inspiring build guys! I was doubtful at first, but it turned out awesome! 👏 👍🏼🤘🏼

  • @jamoe4802
    @jamoe4802Ай бұрын

    Super cool build sharing the concern on electrical and drywall.

  • @nonegivendontask
    @nonegivendontask11 ай бұрын

    For those wondering: the reason that the electric cord was cheaper is two fold 1) it is thinner (and rated for less amperage) than romex 2) it is not rated for in wall installation. If it gets to warm (useage + insulation) it can more easily start a fire You may get away with this "hack" or you may die slowly in an electric fire... your choice

  • @richbrunner7044

    @richbrunner7044

    11 ай бұрын

    Exactly 16 awg extension cord rated 10 amps in the open air versus 14 awg rated for 15 amps in wall. They could have probably found a smaller roll instead.

  • @richbrunner7044

    @richbrunner7044

    11 ай бұрын

    After finishing the video, just the griddle alone is overloading that wiring. That was a foolish move for very little savings.

  • @goldenstarmusic1689

    @goldenstarmusic1689

    11 ай бұрын

    @@richbrunner7044 so what you're telling me is that the rest of this process is fine if you just do correct electrical installation?

  • @twayland6186

    @twayland6186

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@richbrunner7044 I hope the window ac unit isn't on the same circuit 😂. Also I didn't see a circuit braker

  • @kurosakikizunaga4251

    @kurosakikizunaga4251

    11 ай бұрын

    at least i feel more comfortable than on the street or in the car

  • @solarcabin
    @solarcabin8 ай бұрын

    Looking good guys! I have designed many tiny cabins and vardos for people to build over the years and it is a fun inexpensive project. Add some solar and a power station and a small water tank and one of those tent outhouses and you can live in them most places year round. I live full time in a 200 sqft cabin I designed and built with just a 1.4Kw solar power system. Over 20 years now with no house payments, no utility bills and freedom!

  • @peterb.seldon6669

    @peterb.seldon6669

    4 ай бұрын

    0000

  • @garrickpridemore1235
    @garrickpridemore12353 ай бұрын

    Man, that was an awesome build! Looks absolutely awesome, great job!

  • @karenparker7830
    @karenparker78306 ай бұрын

    So inspiring. We have an aluminum box cargo hauler that we want to do the same with. You've inspired me!!! Also, I loved the bacon part of your video. 🥓 🥓 🥓 💙

  • @ThisMrMister
    @ThisMrMister11 ай бұрын

    Between the budget counter going up as the build progresses and the snippets of 3D graphics visualizing what they're doing next is just so good. Well done Chay! That camper would be so nice to have.

  • @ChayDenne

    @ChayDenne

    11 ай бұрын

    im so glad u liked the animations! they were my first ones so they were super hard to do!

  • @ThisMrMister

    @ThisMrMister

    11 ай бұрын

    Even more impressive. I'm pursing 3D animation so I guess I just appreciate them that much more.

  • @xxxMixedGenreFavs

    @xxxMixedGenreFavs

    11 ай бұрын

    ​@@ChayDenne please wear PPE or gloves next time so i dont have to cringe watching it 😢

  • @wille3573

    @wille3573

    11 ай бұрын

    @@ChayDenneI’d utilize the space above the kitchen/living room with storage space

  • @jimyeats
    @jimyeats10 ай бұрын

    I think PMF is usually made with waterproof wood glue, not regular wood glue. If you are completely relying on the paint to act as your water barrier than you might as well have just used paint on the OSB after caulking the seams. The point of PMF is that it’s multiple waterproof layers, plus paint as your bulk water barrier. That extension cord is cheaper than romex because that extension cord was 16ga instead of the necessary 12-14ga. Drywall for the inside of a moving and bouncing trailer is going to begin tearing through the screws quickly. You could buy 1/4” mdf or plywood pretty much as cheaply.

  • @blazinasian461

    @blazinasian461

    10 ай бұрын

    Also the tiles going to crack

  • @jimyeats

    @jimyeats

    10 ай бұрын

    @@blazinasian461 Potentially. Tiles are actually used quite frequently in luxury Speinter van conversions and seem to do alright if correctly installed. Really depends on the rigidity of the substrate you’re adhering it to. But I agree, I wouldn’t personally use them, way better options.

  • @gantz4u

    @gantz4u

    10 ай бұрын

    Dont ever depend on solely exterior paint to protect OSB. Quality of craftmanship is not what it looks like when its finished but the longevity of how it looks down the road and this camper has none of that. Its a quick sloppy build designed to last 10 minutes for utubes and thats disingenuous and should be down voted as encouraging irrational and illogical behavior.

  • @jimyeats

    @jimyeats

    10 ай бұрын

    @@gantz4u Obviously you would never just use paint over OSB, that’s my point. That’s basically what they did. Non waterproof wood glue and material aren’t going to protect much.

  • @CommoditySC

    @CommoditySC

    10 ай бұрын

    Sell this for cash away from where you live right away. $$$

  • @user-mb4tm1di4z
    @user-mb4tm1di4z2 ай бұрын

    Idk what else you guys do, but I've had a dream for a stoner bus for at least five years now, and you guys' ideas in this video just made a major contribution.

  • @sinoverlord409
    @sinoverlord4095 ай бұрын

    I can definitely appreciate this build because you guys use what you already have. Keeping cost down is the best way to build. Comfort and functionality over vanity.

  • @jacquelineduran7959
    @jacquelineduran795911 ай бұрын

    I understand that the pricing is meant to represent how much you actually spent during the build and your resourcefulness but I would love to see an additional pricing estimate where you include the items you had laying around excluding tools (for example: a separate estimate that includes the price you initially paid for the floor tiles per square foot or the cost of the bus metal using the lowest fb price).

  • @dsxa918

    @dsxa918

    11 ай бұрын

    Schoolbus Metal!!

  • @SmokeRingZ

    @SmokeRingZ

    11 ай бұрын

    I'd like that too.. in addition to the few extras not included in the build yet present in the final product, like ; -Window unit -Flatscreen TV -Power supply (extension cord ?*) -Plumbing additional pipe and fittings traveling int/ext* *(presumably to hookups outside given the 'improved camping' campsite)

  • @susanhighfield8284

    @susanhighfield8284

    11 ай бұрын

    That tile isn't gonna last long. Vibration does terrible things to grout. Best to use vinyl flooring and for a camper this size you could get a Remnant for real cheap.

  • @2strokeme64
    @2strokeme6411 ай бұрын

    One tip, put 3/4 plywood in the wall prior to drywall where you plan to mount the tv, then you dont have to worry about hitting a stud to hang the mount, also wire an outlet so the tv hides it👍

  • @christopherwilson3113
    @christopherwilson31133 ай бұрын

    Cool build! If the bottom bed was raised, you'd have additional storage below and a more comfortable couch.

  • @MandiMomOf8Channel
    @MandiMomOf8Channel3 ай бұрын

    I love how people need a big flat screen TV even though it's sitting just inches from their face 😂

  • @edithtrowbridge1775
    @edithtrowbridge17759 ай бұрын

    Get a 12 guage cord at harbor freight to run anything more than lights and the TV. Scary. $50 or less. Use LED bulbs too. GOOD advice what the electrician said. Add a plug to connect heavy guage wire to. Your lives are worth enough to tear some stuff apart and to use 2-12 with ground wire or the 12 guage the electrician suggested. A melted wire in a wall wouldn't be noticed till too late . I am really impressed with your guys building skills. Looked like everything fit the first time.

  • @DandamanGAMEZ
    @DandamanGAMEZ11 ай бұрын

    I love that you're finding your "Niche". I started watching when the Walmart Marathon came out, and it seemed you were still in the discovery phase of what you wanted to do. Still amazing videos, but I REALLY enjoy these build videos with your style of editing. I hope to keep seeing more! I love that you are building your channel with the help of your brother and dad, its so sweet. Cheers!

  • @Jaden48108
    @Jaden481085 ай бұрын

    This is the kind of build that gives people ideas. I'm down with deferring to inexpensive options. Aesthetically it's not going to win any contest, but functionally it earns a B+. I think you've proved that with a little know how this is a viable option. For aesthetics you have the perfect 'canvas' for artistic expression. Know any good artist?

  • @christineburns2801
    @christineburns280114 күн бұрын

    Guys this is honestly amazing, great work. Very envious 👌

  • @AJHart-eg1ys
    @AJHart-eg1ys8 ай бұрын

    This kind of feels like me doing a video titled, "I put together an entire camping kit for $100," then just dragging out all the gear I already have and buying $99 worth of Ramen and butane for the camp stove. 🤣🤣

  • @CuteLesbo69
    @CuteLesbo6911 ай бұрын

    I envy people who are able to build things like this, for whatever reason these are skills that are just beyond me no matter how hard I try.

  • @dgmessenger

    @dgmessenger

    11 ай бұрын

    You and me sis. I think we need to just start small and keep going.

  • @greg77389

    @greg77389

    11 ай бұрын

    It's because you're a woman

  • @LiveToRidee

    @LiveToRidee

    11 ай бұрын

    Nah this sort of thing is stupid easy you just need practiceb

  • @CuteLesbo69

    @CuteLesbo69

    11 ай бұрын

    @@LiveToRidee my dad was a licensed electrician and carpenter, he spent years trying to teach me and the skill just isn't there for me. Now, give me a t-square, calculator and pencil and I can easily whip you up a blueprint for it, but never be able to actually build it myself.

  • @jamescallas5809
    @jamescallas5809Ай бұрын

    You guys did great and I enjoyed all the effort and the results. Enjoy

  • @chaostolight
    @chaostolight3 ай бұрын

    This was awesome! Outstanding work.

  • @Mason95258
    @Mason9525811 ай бұрын

    Not going to lie, this was seriously cool to see. An old trailer, completely converted into a cabin for camping. Wow.

  • @Mason95258

    @Mason95258

    11 ай бұрын

    @@karlwithak. I believe what you are saying: these guys need proper training for projects like this. Still is impressive though

  • @jaylii4441
    @jaylii444110 ай бұрын

    so im not a builder by any means but i watch a lot of these videos. and one of the tips ive picked up was the " nail holes " issue. instead of drilling them out and corking them, save your saw dust. then later when you need to do patch work like that, mix it with wood glue. presto, wood filler. ive seen some youtubers do that on table gaps and all sorts of stuff. im sure it would be a time/energy saver for you and yield just as good of results.

  • @codyblack1360

    @codyblack1360

    10 ай бұрын

    I work in a woodshop. 100% agree. I can't remember where I picked this tip up from but was able to teach my boss about it and he has never looked back. As long as you saturate the sawdust, it will dry harder than concrete.

  • @Arzon527

    @Arzon527

    10 ай бұрын

    I've done dowels and a flush cut saw for my nail holes. Takes maybe a min per hole and with enough practice, I can glue caps over countersunk screws real easy

  • @joshuasisco8358

    @joshuasisco8358

    9 ай бұрын

    I think my grandpa mixed the sawdust with glue or a touch of jb weld(I honestly don't remember) and it worked

  • @blaster-zy7xx

    @blaster-zy7xx

    8 ай бұрын

    Yup. that is how I repair my particleboard work surfaces after I drill them up a bunch of times.

  • @sharonoddlyenough
    @sharonoddlyenough2 ай бұрын

    A nice first try. I would have made different choices, but you may have been limited in some ways regarding materials that were salvaged. I like the sink and countertops. If you're cooking with a portable stove, make sure the closest window is open a couple of inches and don't use it for comfort heat. Consider getting or making an outside cover for the ac unit to prevent bugs and road debris from messing up your fins. Consider putting a vent on the roof to let heat escape and make the top bunk more comfortable if you're camping without plugging in. I know I'm just shouting to the void, but I hope you update how well it worked, how it lasted, maybe a weight. If anyone is considering making one of these, know that there are some weight saving techniques that are less expensive than what they used if bought new.

  • @fnersch3367
    @fnersch33675 ай бұрын

    Love your problem solving and creativity. Thanks fr sharing.

  • @kevs3497
    @kevs349711 ай бұрын

    PERFECT TIMING CHAY! I have been binging DYI Camper builds, I want to slowly but surely make an 8x8x10 shed then start building more complex builds

  • @ChayDenne

    @ChayDenne

    11 ай бұрын

    thats awesome!! good luck!

  • @imxploring
    @imxploring11 ай бұрын

    Great build, thanks to lots of "free" materials. My biggest concern is the total weight on that trailer frame and axle. The choice of some of the materials (tile floor and drywall) might have been better thought out. I would definitely check the total weight of the trailer. Also not in love with the extension cord hack. Overall a great build and video! Thanks guys!

  • @SmallVansBigWorld

    @SmallVansBigWorld

    10 ай бұрын

    The extension cord hack is probably my favorite part. Haha

  • @deborahcurtis1385

    @deborahcurtis1385

    10 ай бұрын

    You could never get away with this experiment in Australia, there are loads of regulations about this, and you must have a registered engineer's report to show that it's compliant with the regulations. This is definitely a fun hack but in terms of safety and as you say the weight of the trailer on the boards...hmm! In Australia you'd have to get the chassis reinforced with additional welding and you'd need a metal base. Those wooden planks are nice decoration but not sure about the strength. Fun though...and it also suggests people might get a trailer that meets the regulations and convert it. The tow vehicle must be huge because the trailer looks tiny against it.

  • @imxploring

    @imxploring

    10 ай бұрын

    @@deborahcurtis1385 Totally agree. While I'm not a big fan of government and their overreact at times the fact that this trailer will be towed on the road and the possibility of a catastrophic failure that could impact others gives me some serious concerns.

  • @deborahcurtis1385

    @deborahcurtis1385

    10 ай бұрын

    @@imxploring Yes the freewheeling, 'move fast and break something' approach is falling out of evolution. A bit of caution doesn't go amiss.

  • @RogueAPBT

    @RogueAPBT

    10 ай бұрын

    @@deborahcurtis1385 First time visiting this channel, but the way they built it, they maybe just built it for the sake of a youtube video, and nothing wrong with that.

  • @vberry2415
    @vberry24154 ай бұрын

    Love it!! I thoroughly enjoyed your video and the music 🎶

  • @Le_Bold_Thinker
    @Le_Bold_Thinker5 ай бұрын

    Wow!!! That's freaking amazing! You guys are beyond good. I wish I could do something like that, but I'm pretty bad at math, so forget about making even cuts of wood n shit. Good job guys!❤❤❤

  • @Zeno74
    @Zeno7411 ай бұрын

    These videos are getting even more crazy keep up the awesome work

  • @ReubenRW

    @ReubenRW

    11 ай бұрын

    Here before this blows up.

  • @mohammedbogis5770

    @mohammedbogis5770

    11 ай бұрын

    Here before this blows up.

  • @dat1dude491

    @dat1dude491

    11 ай бұрын

    Here before it blows up

  • @AngelLopez-is12

    @AngelLopez-is12

    11 ай бұрын

    Here before I blow up

  • @armaanarora4431

    @armaanarora4431

    11 ай бұрын

    Keep up with the comment bots 😂😂😂

  • @Senbei01
    @Senbei0111 ай бұрын

    An alternative to the drywall material may have been supermarket slip-sheets. Many supermarket suppliers use pallet-sized sheets to keep the stock from sliding about on the pallet in transit. Admittedly, most of these are simple cardboard, but some suppliers use a mesh-fiber sheet with a smooth, hard, reinforcing top side. You'd want to nail/glue/staple them to each strut of your superstructure (they won't be as tough or rigid as what was used), but they weigh 1/10 (or less) and just get thrown in the waste at the end of the day, so will be much cheaper... or even free.

  • @TheREALOC1972

    @TheREALOC1972

    10 ай бұрын

    Plastic shower panels are cheap also, they are $17 for a 4'x7' panel, it would take 7 panels to do the wall, that's $119 before tax. It's a little more expensive than the drywall but a full panel weighs less than a half pound a piece plus they are water/mildew proof.

  • @BlueHorde

    @BlueHorde

    10 ай бұрын

    Or use coroplast from old election signs. Corrugated plastic has a slightly ribbed texture that will show after painting, but it will look good. Or make panels from cardboard covered with PMF - very light and wicked strong. Make the cardboard/PMF panels on a flat surface before installation so that they are straight and flat. Consider foamie construction. The 2 inch insulation boards are pricy, but they replace all of the sheathing and most of the framing lumber, so you probably come out ahead. PMF on the outside and inside makes a super strong composite that is probably stronger than conventional framing.

  • @Smokey_da_Bear

    @Smokey_da_Bear

    10 ай бұрын

    Plastic/resin materials can out-gas in certain environmental conditions. Use caution.

  • @JennyLong-nj5xe
    @JennyLong-nj5xe2 күн бұрын

    That’s insanely gorgeous for a little camp trailer! 😮😊🎉

  • @SuperCookinggirl
    @SuperCookinggirlАй бұрын

    We are doing the same thing with an old popup trailer. For siding we found 4x8 panels made from recycled plastic. Super flexible, super light, and strong. We are going to glue it on over the quarter inch plywood skin. We just haven't figured out how to do the roof, sence neither of us can climb a ladder.

  • @kevinlassberg
    @kevinlassberg7 ай бұрын

    You'll get a handful of uses out of this before it falls apart. There's a reason why camper trailers are constructed in a certain way

  • @knightofcydonia1192

    @knightofcydonia1192

    5 ай бұрын

    Vibration is one of the main problems.

  • @glitter_fart

    @glitter_fart

    5 ай бұрын

    i dont think viberation is going to be their problem, might not have so much time on their hands if it was. @@knightofcydonia1192

  • @bootstrappedfriend1752

    @bootstrappedfriend1752

    5 ай бұрын

    I hope the person behind him doesn't get to participate in his learning experience 😢😂

  • @saintmalaclypse3217

    @saintmalaclypse3217

    5 ай бұрын

    Yeah, but as long as you have thousands of dollars worth of "leftover" materials laying around, it's cheap!

  • @harrisonclark4382

    @harrisonclark4382

    5 ай бұрын

    😂 @@saintmalaclypse3217

  • @crazyoreo9454
    @crazyoreo945411 ай бұрын

    I love how y'all use hearing protection, i see SO many people online just forget it, you guys are very professional.

  • @aknzortuk4027

    @aknzortuk4027

    11 ай бұрын

    Yeah but they don't wesr protective equipment while installing fiberglass insulation which is very harmful to touch and breathe.

  • @berserkrblitz3231

    @berserkrblitz3231

    11 ай бұрын

    Yep, 20 years of power tool use and metal concerts with no hearing protection. Now I get the constant company of a little high pitched “eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee” sound 24/7. Don’t underestimate the value of silence.

  • @kylesimone6140

    @kylesimone6140

    11 ай бұрын

    @@berserkrblitz3231 im so sorry you have to go through that :(

  • @crazyoreo9454

    @crazyoreo9454

    11 ай бұрын

    @@berserkrblitz3231 i feel you man, i also hear that high pitched sound (which is called tinnitus btw) but only when it's very quiet, that's why i prioritize ear pro when working

  • @kevinmckay4150
    @kevinmckay4150Ай бұрын

    You can also add little slits in the walls of the ice tent and hang a hammack through., gets you up off the ground

  • @jejeroy
    @jejeroyАй бұрын

    Wow this is really inspiring i was watching what the floor isolation was such a great idea this look awesome i'm very tempted to buy a bit bigger trailer and building something !

  • @skrappr3649
    @skrappr36498 ай бұрын

    I always wondered why people didn’t just hang a hammock off the roof of the inside of the camper you could have hooks in the roof to tie it up and save a ton of space

  • @Rick-the-Swift

    @Rick-the-Swift

    5 ай бұрын

    Not a crazy idea. I've never seen a hammock hung from a ceiling, just posts and tree trunks and such. Could it work, or would you end up sleeping in a U shape?🤔

  • @ThePhool1

    @ThePhool1

    5 ай бұрын

    Yup, a U-shape. Have to have some tension on your hammock at the ends so you do not sleep in a banana shape. From the roof? No bueno. @@Rick-the-Swift

  • @jackiedobson9218

    @jackiedobson9218

    11 күн бұрын

    Hammocks are the most uncomfortable things ever. I’d never install those

  • @nikolairunstrom5664
    @nikolairunstrom566411 ай бұрын

    Love it all except the extension cord in the wall... There's a reason that it was cheaper. It's not rated to be inside of a wall with insulation. But still super dope build.

  • @kgar6769

    @kgar6769

    11 ай бұрын

    Yes. If you plug into shore current I would plug anything drawing high current (ac, heater, air fryer, etc) directly to the 110 outlet at your hookups with an appliance extension cord.

  • @samboulton7722
    @samboulton77223 ай бұрын

    Awesome video! You just inspired me to do this. Gonna surprise my Mrs for her birthday.

  • @Mordecai1399
    @Mordecai13993 ай бұрын

    We needed to add some weight to our camper but to save money we’re gonna use this tungsten we had laying around. Great video boys this is epic!

  • @ChayDenne

    @ChayDenne

    3 ай бұрын

    hahaha, thank you!!

  • @jamesmills2550
    @jamesmills255011 ай бұрын

    Wow, another construction video from the President himself. I feel sad you had to say goodbye to your bus because I LOVED it.😭 But I'm glad it has a grateful owner that will take care of it. Mind blowing how you built that trailer camper for less than $1000. 😲I love these type of videos Chay.

  • @americanveteran1
    @americanveteran111 ай бұрын

    To keep your weight down, you could have used interior paneling instead of drywall. And I would have mounted the AC higher as cool air drops, so whomever is sleeping in the top bunk is hot and the person in the bottom bunk is cold in the location you put it in. But all in all a pretty cool build. Even tho it would have cost a lot more in south Florida with the 2023 prices on lumber.

  • @joshr8666

    @joshr8666

    11 ай бұрын

    Good thinking

  • @user-rp4cv1yk8p
    @user-rp4cv1yk8p4 ай бұрын

    You guys are definitely thrifty, creative and innovative souls!!!. These videos are getting even more crazy keep up the awesome work.

  • @motherearth5462
    @motherearth5462Ай бұрын

    Absolutely WONDERFUL!!!!

  • @pathofnobility
    @pathofnobility11 ай бұрын

    I love the direction you’ve taken this channel. The builds consistently are amazing and you make everything seem so down to earth. Much love to you and your bro ❤️

  • @mjkasper76
    @mjkasper767 ай бұрын

    Pretty amazing! However I would have wall mounted the TV to create a nice amount of storage space or more counter tops. Give us an update in the future on how well the drywall and tile floors hold up to the tweaking on uneven roads or trails. Great work!

  • @horatiohuffnagel7978

    @horatiohuffnagel7978

    5 ай бұрын

    Tv wouldn't last very long mounted on a wall bouncing down a road.

  • @micahnelson127

    @micahnelson127

    4 ай бұрын

    Mini projector.

  • @JayseGreene
    @JayseGreene5 ай бұрын

    Absolutely amazing work you guys! Bob Vila, eat your heart out!

  • @timmangan1734
    @timmangan1734Ай бұрын

    excellent vid! Keep Reaching for the stars! you guys ROCK!

  • @williamlewis9350
    @williamlewis935011 ай бұрын

    Really enjoyed watching your build. I've fantasized for years about doing the same thing. Better than a tent and easier to use. Great job.

  • @kohala1815
    @kohala181510 ай бұрын

    Thoreau would be proud. In fact, his ~$28 cabin at Walden Pond in 1845 cost him the equivalent of more than $1100 today. The narrative of your camper closely tracks Thoreau’s resourcefulness in building his cabin. Nice to see, especially since your camper was built by brothers.

  • @varman001
    @varman0013 ай бұрын

    Amazing job guys, I am looking to build one like this!

  • @user-tx5of5ib4k
    @user-tx5of5ib4k6 ай бұрын

    Ay boys y'all are some bad asses with the making of this camper thumbs up God bless you all ❤

  • @lukeroberts649
    @lukeroberts64910 ай бұрын

    Your glue coat reminded me of a project I did in high school, the balsa wood suspension bridges that had to hold the most weight contest in Technology class never specified in the rules that we couldn't paint our bridges with glue. No one else painted their bridges with glue, I more than doubled the weight held by the bridge in second place. Don't underestimate the power of a layer of glue

  • @SupHapCak

    @SupHapCak

    5 ай бұрын

    Those contests made me mad like Thinking up a layer of glue is creative but just telling kids to go at it with zero training is kind of a rigged game. I’m annoyed because there are a ton of things I could have done better if people explained them in a way I could understand, like building a balsa wood bridge. I mean you basically need at least one engineering class before you can make one.

  • @BennyTheButcher2
    @BennyTheButcher211 ай бұрын

    Great build, guys! One word of caution... With something so tall in proportion to its length, be ultra aware of weight distribution and balance. You don't want that thing wagging around, or worse, while pulling down the highway.

  • @johnmeye
    @johnmeye5 ай бұрын

    Amazing imagination! Amazing Concept! Amazing Video! WOW....I learned a lot from you guys!!

  • @PanicThrottle746
    @PanicThrottle7463 ай бұрын

    Not only is that badass, but it looks like fun to build one. And btw- thank you for the "poor mans fiberglass"! I will be using that here soon

  • @TheKyleStylez
    @TheKyleStylez11 ай бұрын

    The amount of dedication this takes to make in terms of time, quality, and editing, is truly amazing in all aspects! great work to the both of you! :D

  • @TheFvonreiche
    @TheFvonreiche11 ай бұрын

    I have been toying with the same idea for some time. Looks great. One suggestion for the inside walls. Use one sheet 4x8 piece of wood. Cover it with plastic and repeat the same process with glue and sheets of cotton. Remove with plastic still attached and repeat. Cut the sheets to size and screw to the inside frame and paint. You will be able to save a lot of weight and still stay close to you budget. Great work guys!

  • @STho205

    @STho205

    10 ай бұрын

    Plywood or OSB outer walls and framing is OK. Interior, vinyl tile squares or a carpet mat for low weight and flex. Walls of 1/8 " Luan plywood at 1/10th the weight, easy cutting and same cost. No paint needed.

  • @LisaMarianHughes
    @LisaMarianHughes5 ай бұрын

    I notice your trailer has good wheels and suspension. That seems to be the most important, handling load and terrain. Nice job!! 😃

  • @alexandreas9759
    @alexandreas97592 ай бұрын

    The creativity and effort is literally expensive. Well done bro!

  • @leem200
    @leem20010 ай бұрын

    Love the design of it. Looks modern and clean. Love the lights and the counter tops are beautiful. The sink knocks it up a notch too. You designed it real nice. Good job, love the inside colors.

  • @sammencia7945
    @sammencia794511 ай бұрын

    I would have let it sit in sun a week to dry the wood and then sprayed the UNDERSIDE with undercoat to keep out road spray. THEN the vapor seal over the raw planks.

  • @IncreaseThaPeace
    @IncreaseThaPeace4 ай бұрын

    Drop cloth, glue and paint genius. that is exactly the idea Im looking for.thanks

  • @skcyclist
    @skcyclist6 ай бұрын

    Excellent job, boys. All sorts of skills from carpentry to video making. No doubt far more competent than any college grad and I'm one of those that can't do what these guys did.

  • @lynnhayes2363
    @lynnhayes236311 ай бұрын

    Just a quick safety note: make sure the pallets are not chemically treated. Kiln or air dried only. But a really fantastic build. got a lot of great ideas for something I've been thinking about!

  • @rudyramirez4623

    @rudyramirez4623

    11 ай бұрын

    Still wouldn't trust them. No clue where the pallets were stored or what was transported on them. Good watching out, though. o7

  • @robertstaff
    @robertstaff11 ай бұрын

    Cool build. Could have been 2’ wider or 40% wider by placing side walls over wheels instead of in between them.

  • @ayandey137

    @ayandey137

    11 ай бұрын

    I'm very bad at math😢

  • @seanlee7670
    @seanlee76705 ай бұрын

    Really nice. Can use tablet or phone instead of tv. Also removal mattress or sleeping bag for easy cleaning. Really love the one u built.

  • @clayrobinett840
    @clayrobinett8405 ай бұрын

    Yep nice score on the trailer. Awesome build! I wanna try something like this.

  • @Artboy2020
    @Artboy202011 ай бұрын

    Sorry to see the bus go! But these builds are very fun to watch, keep em coming!🙌🏼

  • @ChayDenne

    @ChayDenne

    11 ай бұрын

    it has a very happy owner now :) and thank you, we will!

  • @CharlesTomwest

    @CharlesTomwest

    11 ай бұрын

    I love your content on your DIY

  • @joepifer1985

    @joepifer1985

    11 ай бұрын

    @@ChayDenne how come you couldnt afford it? wasnt it paid off?

  • @danielbecerra9235
    @danielbecerra923511 ай бұрын

    Wow. You guys are amazing!! Love that you work together as siblings too. Making it look easy and enjoyable!

  • @candieschonauer4083
    @candieschonauer40832 ай бұрын

    Great job boys!

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