Awesome Truck Camping Build - NEW DESIGN | Part 1

This was an enjoyable father-son project made in a driveway using simple tools(hand drill, jigsaw, and circular saw).
We used a Pocket Hole Jig and created a face for the shelving using a single sheet of plywood to get that clean look.
The cost of materials was about $320.
Truck: 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Double Cab, LT, 6'6" Bed
Cap: Leer 122
Work to be done; cover window, cover safe, add carpet, add lights

[@adventuretrails1ato]

I like this build a lot.

[@binhn7448]

I like your set up

[@bobmayne1939]

Good Job the best I have seen. Instead of the safe Small fridge would be ideal

[@backlogbrood2451]

Oh my god. THANK YOU for actually sitting in the camper and showing the height and actually saying how tall you are. It has been so frustrating to not see anyone else have the sense to include this presentation. THANK YOU. Cheers.

[@jamesakerson]

Very nice job.

[@burlmapleleafs]

wicked build nice video

[@bkad6238]

Good build. Gives me a good direction. I have a Ford ranger so I'll have to adjust 😅

[@olgalavenant3481]

Excellent video!!

[@donnahope4307]

This is a great set up

[@jeffmaggard4576]

That's badass !!

[@tomcatt998]

U did a really nice job 👍

[@jpmeyer-fc1qo]

Great job & video!

[@ericclosloso]

One suggestion, take out the "Home Safe" sticker and replace it with " Indoor Oven". That's a huge invitation for thieves to crack your window and get anything from in there. Especially when you're in a public parking lot. K! keep safe and hope to see more videos! ;D

[@markwhite6001]

Good idea,

[@Lifeguard102]

heck yes. Just noticed it. I might even put "medical Waste" sticker with biohazard on it as well.

[@jrmc530]

👍agree or was gonna say at least just cover it up

[@hgj2019]

@@jrmc530 maybe cover with the same plywood? If crooks see a metal box they’re going to get curious…

[@321southtube]

Really nice job. The safes a good idea. Average crook wants to be in and out quick and an easy grab and won't risk jail time breaking into what could be an empty safe. Indoor stove is a fire hazard.

[@scoobysnacks]

Very good job!

[@roam2beborn323]

Great job man

[@fredharshbarger7560]

I like the layout a lot of room

[@timothycanizales9175]

Nice set up bro 👌🏾

[@Andandoporai867]

Salvei seu vídeo,minha pickup vai ser assim ‼️👍👍👍

[@marliesyanke4580]

I like all the shelving.

[@scottrose5922]

Great build, nice job

[@susanstrickland6774]

Nice job.👍

[@chrishaney3631]

Great build and video! Happy camping!

[@jetwong]

Well done, Amen

[@KeethUptmor]

Nice build man!!

[@reneeangus2521]

Very thoughtful design.

[@krishnalovekrishnalove5869]

Nice work.. inspiration to post a video when I do my build..I'm considering the topper ez lift kit..you validated some ideas I had brewing..thanks

[@kimikae4170]

Pretty cool!..... All in the back of a regular truck bed.. WoW!! Like I said pretty cool, it's actually REALLY cool! Liked and subscribed, now going to see if you have more videos about updates and such on this cool truck/camper.... Happy and Safe travels to you.... Cheers!

[@michaelclark1183]

Wow amazing definitely inspired for my build

[@samsomsamay7954]

Awesome built

[@laven111]

Best one I have seen

[@pragedisarreguin1196]

thats a cool lil rv bro

[@Seekr23]

Great design. Thanks for posting,

[@JhunM69]

Hmmm, I guess I only "liked" your video when I first watched it but didn't write any comment. I really like the way how built everything, it's very neat and looked professionally done. Did I miss you talking about "heat source" or you really didn't cover it? If you didn't, have you considered adding a diesel heater? I've seen a good setup done and he only uses the roof tent. Maybe you should consider that if you haven't which is much safer than bringing in the "heat source" inside the truck. Good job Takeo!

[@jeffreyyeater1780]

Very nice and thought out build . Clean ...

[@butchthurman4685]

Glad I watched. I was looking at putting bed on opposite side. Now I won't. Could also build additional space behind drivers side window. A blind spot already.

[@JW-mz1fp]

very nice work you are very good at woodworking.

[@joelgarcia1847]

Great job! Thanks

[@glenneric1]

Nice work. Deleting the back seat and using it for storage is smart.

[@travistortorige1560]

That is the most impressive build I've seen. Well done.

[@karsonbranham3900]

Nice job on that rig!

[@Beyondthebackyard-au]

You have done remarkably well sir. The benefits of having a truck bed over 6 feet and a high top. My truck bed is only about 5 feet. I am 6'1". I need to be more creative. But I do like your shelving on the side, I might see if I can incorporate that.

[@gregmason6824]

Love it, well done

[@thenewfire]

This is one of the nicest I've seen

[@ilivinitlovinit]

Thanks Takeo. Great ideas bro 👍

[@craiggriffin8493]

Awesome layout design. Incorporated many of your ideas into my own set up. Great job.

[@markhaynes5623]

You can use indoor/outdoor carpet adhesive, indoor adhesive would probably be fine but indoor/outdoor might take the moisture better. Just don't use outdoor carpet adhesive cause it may have stronger Voc's. Home Depot sells it in the carpet dept

[@cuneiformdesign]

nice build man! really like it

[@thomasritz4863]

That build is way cool! You have given me some ideas

[@freedomstar3814]

Nice craftsmanship !

[@mileakin2689]

I like it very well thought out and functional

[@godofbroccoli]

I subscribed 💯🤙

[@Andandoporai867]

Shwooo parabéns 👍👍👍,o melhor que vi até agora de uma infinidade d eu vídeos ,ficou muito bom 👍👍👍👍‼️

[@lynneftw]

Looks functional. Mine has to be more modular, because i still use my truck bed for truck stuff.

[@imanhosseini6908]

cool build

[@granvillej3316]

Excellent job brother you created something that you will enjoy and I can’t wait to see you use it out in your Overlanding adventures take care God bless❤❤

[@detroitchris6667]

Nice job ,,, great layout,,, Mr. Mr Detroit said this

[@321southtube]

Really nice job. The safes a good idea. Average crook wants to be in and out quick and an easy grab and won't risk jail time breaking into what could be an empty safe. Indoor stove is a fire hazard.

[@danatassler8776]

I have to admit I have a little ADD so I didn't watch the whole video - but the amount of thought you put into this is incredible!

[@macarthuralexander7215]

Nice job. Stay safe and enjoy the open road.

[@ChaplainMike777]

Nicely done and engineered!

[@RBG-tr9ce]

One of the better camper conversions. Good job. Varathane is a good product, I prefer WaterLox. I'v used WaterLox on a bar top and on a bathroom counter.

[@Jenle2135]

That is such a clever design -so thoughtful and clean.

[@robertyoung8289]

To me that's "glamping". I'm making do with a cab high shell on my 5ft bed Tacoma! I'm 6ft 225. I'm still loving it! (subscribed).

[@wctyre49]

What a nice build , that is how I plan to build mine now that I've seen yours, thanks very much for sharing.

[@mannyechaluce3814]

nice work, totally stealing some of your ideas for my build. thanks

[@dondonner1095]

Great job building that

[@michaelsell3646]

Takeo I love the craftmanship and details and attention to specific cuts and features!

[@cr.r8479]

The more and more watch these videos its opening my ideas in my head and I just my mind is running around like crazy because I have such a creative mind

[@longviewstud26]

That's pretty sweet

[@clintstinytrailerconversio5560]

Thanks for the ideas. I am going with a shell wedge camper (Harker EDC pop up) on my 6.5' F150; with all components removable when I need to haul stuff. I like the safe installed in there. I would go with a smaller one, but great idea and something I had not thought of and probably bolt down on the head wall of the bed. In the truck cab (driver's side floor), I would install my LFP battery, DC/DC converter, inverter, and components (maybe solar charger) with DC cooler above, and like you, with the larger rear seat removed. Thanks

[@edp2260]

Great build! I have an 8 foot bed; I just wanted the extra room. I just have a regular cab, so I am missing the extra seat and the space in the cab part. It is a great ride for 2, but forget a long road trip for 3 (3+: no way). I have a Leer topper, but it is not the high rise you have (I did have one like yours on my last truck (6 foot bed though). It was nice!). I have built something like yours, but not as elaborate. I like your set up.

[@maxflore1289]

This is by far the coolest setup I’ve seen. Good work man!

[@slowlong1709]

Very nice, I think it's the cleanest topper build I've seen.

[@Qmocean]

This is almost exactly the idea I have in my head, for what I want to do with my truck. Only on a smaller scale, as I drive a Colorado. I have the long bed at least, but I'll still be 4" shorter length and about a foot narrower. And instead of a high rise topper, I'm gonna use a cab height topper with a topper ez lift system. It's cool to get a bit of proof of concept before spending the money.

[@Rick-qf5de]

Nice.... I just put a recliner and a big cooler in mine. Nice to be higher up off the floor, especially when it's cold and you're wanting to recline back and go to sleep..... I'm thinking about getting a recliner with heat air and massage, maybe battery powered... ?

[@DJ-xu1qo]

Good job. Nice shout to your Dad. Happy truck camping my friend

[@rustamgani8914]

very nice!

[@rjvcescobar]

Nice job. Thank you for the share.

[@39FORTYWATER]

Good stuff

[@mattdelcomyn8012]

Great design. Thanks for sharing!

[@BBQRando]

Finally a larger truck shell is being used, well done my friend. Stay safe.

[@mistywaugh8160]

Your a really talented carpenter very cool design

[@winstonsmiths2449]

I will not be building out a truck with topper, but I do like seeing the ingenuity of these builds! And some of the ideas can sometimes be used in other areas. Love seeing you with your Pops!

[@jonomichi2262]

Cool man

[@syngensmyth4587]

To me these truck camping ideas are reminiscent of the vanning craze of the 70s. Guys would deck out their vans with mirror balls, a bar and entertain the ladies. Not quite the same but very similar in many ways.

[@blueschild61]

Great build. Thanks for sharing. Have you heard of Pomoly stoves? I think one would work great in your build. Would be a great install video too. Cheers.

[@irakmarin4911]

by far the best setup in youtube, amazing job!

[@MtnRidgeStitcher]

Well done!

[@CaliforniaFly]

Nice build, you did some very nice work.

[@dialaprohq]

Damn dude, this design is it. Love it!

[@nickp.2432]

Like the build. Liked the fact that when you opened the main drawer it was messy, just like the rest of us in the real world!👍👍

[@mikejobs3332]

Great conversion keep the videos coming 😀 👌

[@l.d.8310]

Excellent build and you explained it all good without a lot of filler ...thank you for sharing gives me ideas

[@slackerdog007slackerdog8]

Great idea, very NiCe. Put a bible on top of the home safe, thief’s will know their being watch…. “ 🙏 “.

[@ramsespharoah1953]

Hey man the way you presented this really intrigued and got my full attention . You did a fantastic job thanks .

[@stevesag]

Nice build. I too have the Leer 122 for ability to sit upright when inside, mine is on my F-150. I suggest you get some acorn nuts to put on the end of the bolts used to clamp the canopy to the truck bed. These will prevent your sleeping bag or clothing from getting torn or snagged by the bolt.

[@largemarge1603]

This video has excellent production. Clear, concise, illustrative to other content providers. [applause] . Thank you for including your father. Families need their fathers!

[@hellobobby]

Great build my friend! Thank you for sharing.

[@mattherson83]

this was really well done!!!

[@hsandv70]

Well done. I think you are one of the younger ones I have seen to do all of this by themselves. I am impressed. I hope you have fun with your overland adventuring !