Building an Overland Trailer: Pt 3 - Walls and Cabinets

The Wakamper overland trailer is coming along! While we were away on a long trip, Waka was humming right along adding all the walls and, running all the wiring, and coating the exterior in Raptor truck bed liner. Over the last couple weeks since I've returned, the cabinets, door, window, and rear galley has been knocked out. Only a few tasks remain, so the next video will likely just be a "rig walkaround" of the finished product.
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[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Thank you all for your support! We finally broke the 100 subscriber barrier on the last video! This will likely be the last video showing the behind-the-scenes construction of the Wakamper. It's getting so close and the build is moving so fast now that the next video about it will likely be "Walk Around" of the final product!

[@northernmichiganxjsoverlan3326]

Can't wait to see a full walk around video of it when it's done!

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

@@northernmichiganxjsoverlan3326 I meant to record one when we were on our Baja trip but just never had the time. We're headed out on another trip together soon so I'll try to record one then

[@northernmichiganxjsoverlan3326]

@@SonoranSpaceProgram cool can't wait!

[@northernmichiganxjsoverlan3326]

Still waiting on that walk around! 😁

[@1scottburns]

How is the exterior holding up? Is that Raptor Liner?

[@peeyoobikhunter2312]

At 7.27 I see your putting a sink into the rear cabinet, I think I would have changed that for the gas stove an put sink outside. My reasoning is all your cooking bits and pieces are inside and you could have a cook up in any weather, rain or shine. Luv the build and video, inspiring. Thanks 👍🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

That's a great idea. I really need to film a walk-around video now that this is complete and in use for well over a year. The cargo door on the passenger side swings down and has a two burner stove attached.

[@timweimar8768]

Really coming together, looks great!! Congrats on 100!! Many many more to come.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Thank you, Tim!

[@bushpilotdude7154]

Outstanding craftsmanship!

[@andyw4849]

Really love how your trailer is coming along. Can't wait to see it finished. I recently purchased a hiker trailer and was building some shelves for storage similar to yours. I would like to put a sink in as well and was wondering where you bought yours and what is your solution for all the grey water? Thanks.

[@DesertJeepRat]

Looking great now if I say so my self!

[@abenzuoo]

super cool outside paint!"

[@ljaysperspective1775]

Awesome looking rig bro! I would luv to build 1 like this.

[@BlackdogADV]

Very cool! I’m about to build a trailer myself but I want to be able to take my Husqvarna motorcycle. I want to mount a rail across the tongue. I’ll probably do the RTT style.

[@LetsGetDirty]

Congratulations on exceeding to 100-sub milestone...while the trailer is looking fantastic and that vibrant color is 🔥

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Thank you, JB!

[@jamiedrews6855]

Are there any plans available for this build? It looks amazing!

[@jimdaddyshikingvideos2023]

Sir, do you have any plans for this build? Would you share the measurements for the cuts on the exterior plywood? Thanks. Awesome build!

[@FortWildernessRicky]

What a great build. This thing is awesome.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Glad you like it! Thanks for watching!

[@FortWildernessRicky]

Brien Wankel Heck yea. Nice

[@kaloverland7504]

I wish you all the success

[@rickhammond9307]

Hi guys…. Love your work… I’m in Australia and wanting to build one…what are some of your measurements… cheers Rick

[@MaconLightning]

I think I’ve found a new channel to binge watch

[@gorila1958]

I'll wait till its finished and see the finished product I've been following . So time to build a 2nd one . I wanna buy one of yours . Why buy from those guys who build bunches of em . I rather support a artist who puts time into his work of art . Let's talk about it !! I'm in East Texas area

[@LokoTD]

Fantastic build y’all! Was this marine grade ply that you guys used?

[@ReinventedWoodWorks]

Yo! how did Wacka attach the plywood to the metal frame!!!???

[@يومياتعمروصقر]

I am from Egypt and I love your videos

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Thank you, Amr!

[@jacmens]

Hello Brien, can you give a walk arround of the camper now it is ready... i love these setup

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

yes! i have this planned. Waka and I actually went out to film a walk-around during our trip a week ago but it was raining the whole time so I decided to wait for the next trip! Hopefully soon!

[@marcolindemann7778]

Gute Arbeit

[@mlangfordcamper]

I like what you have done I am on my 3rd micro camper build and still looking for ideas.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Thanks for watching! I hope you found some bits of inspiration for your micro camper build!

[@davidbell9143]

Do you have a new video showing the completed camper?

[@georgewheeler5914]

Hi Brien, awesome build you guys have done! I'm hoping to build one similar this summer. How did you secure the body (I guess it is 1/2" ply) to the steel frame?? Do you guys have a video of the sides & top being put on?

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Sorry, i'm a bit late with the reply on this one, we were gone on another little trip to Mexico last week. The body is steel skeleton (1" square tubing) covered in 5/8 plywood. The plywood is attached to the body skeleton with self-tapping screws, and then the skeleton is attached to the frame with a bunch of longer self tapping screws.

[@WaypointOverland]

Cool,

[@garyrichardson586]

I've just watched your most recent video and then come back to this one...where did waka get the doors and windows from? Awesome job.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

He found the door and window on ebay just searching there for trailer door/window and rv door/window, etc

[@irgod32]

Nice build, I hope you post video of the maiden voyage. What is the final weight of this trailer? Can you give an appropriate cost of this build? Thanks for sharing!

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

I'll have to ask Waka if he's weighed it yet. I think the final cost was somewhere just north of 5k USD

[@jamesjjbshotgun]

What sort of head room are you going to have?

[@ernestmachpro3341]

Hi, where did you find the door please?

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

I'm finishing up my squaredrop camper. 4x8x4 3/4 plywood. I used fiberglass for the exterior. I still have some gelcoat work to finish, in the spring. I store-bought my door and windows. Would you insulate your floor?

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

We did not insulate the floor since there's a 8" memory foam mattress sitting on top of the 3/4" floor

[@dallyjacobson2146]

Hi Brian, l just subscribed. I have one question please. What is the projected dry weight without water and then with water? Thank you.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Great question, we still have to get it weighed and plan on sharing the info when we finally get around to it

[@DIYM105Camper]

Wow dude really nice build!

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Thank you! It's been a really fun project to help out on! We take it on it's maiden voyage tomorrow - off to Baja, MX for 9 days of adventure!

[@DIYM105Camper]

Wow that’ll be awesome good luck have fun!

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

@@DIYM105Camper thank you!

[@planet7027]

That is an awesome camper.question...did you build the trailer frame or did you use one already made and built on top of it? I’m looking to start a project like this and not sure if I need to build out a trailer or not

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

We build the frame as well from steel

[@toddmayta7615]

That's fantastic. I'm in the process of building one myself and I think I will incorporate some of your design into it. Thanks! BTW what size is the trailer? I thought I saw one sheet of full plywood for the flooring so is it 4x8?

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Yes, the trailer is essentially a 4'x8' 3d rectangle with angles cut out of it. So for example, the lower angle in the rear is cut off by about 1', so the floor is then 4' x ~7'

[@toddmayta7615]

@@SonoranSpaceProgram that's nearly identical to the base trailer I built. Mines 52" by 7 feet. I wanted the interior 48"+. Planned nearly the same design with the rear extended 1 foot at 45 degrees.... did you guys you raptor liner? Does it come in that orange or did you paint over black raptor liner. Orange looks pretty cool!

[@toddmayta7615]

@jrg10332 I did 60% of the actual frame. With that 1 foot hanging off the back it makes it look like the axle is in the middle.

[@dazad1972]

looking good but using scotch blocks is a bad idea, solder joints are always better and safer

[@jarosawpietruszka6792]

hello Brian very good project. I am writing from Poland, and I get a question. Where did you buy the doors for you camper ? is it expensive, thank you.

[@dtepson1]

I got them from eBay

[@Fortheloveofmetal]

Hey guys, did you do anything to the plywood before shooting the raptor liner? Such a nice build by the way!!

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

We did nothing special before the raptor liner, but we did use the finished cabinet plywood, so it already kind of had a layer of clear coat.

[@Fortheloveofmetal]

@@SonoranSpaceProgram thanks for the reply! When you gonna post a finished walk around?

[@MrAllmotorB]

Where did you buy that side door with glass and the other one at?? Thanks cool trailer

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Waka got them off of e-bay

[@toddmayta7615]

Here's one on amazon ....................... www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01347BSAQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@dougwjackson]

where did you get your entry door? What brand is it? Nice job!

[@dtepson1]

Ebay.

[@Yahoomediaclub]

Nice build…prefer a plastic smoother exterior finish, personally ( re : Graphic’s etc )

[@mlangfordcamper]

I would my next build to be this shape I like it, I will post videos but mine wont compare to this cool camper

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Consider posting videos! I love watching people's process and projects!

[@dosmanos49]

good trust friend that paint I use for the exterior, I am Daniel from Neuquén Patagonia Argentina, I would appreciate the information

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Hi Daniel, the exterior paint is "Raptor" brand bed liner spray with orange dye mixed in

[@dosmanos49]

@@SonoranSpaceProgram Thanks friend, uh, I'll try to see what I can achieve and do here at my house, if some days you are in Patagonia Argentina, see you

[@bstsubie123]

What kind of trailer did you start with?

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

We built this one completely from scratch, just a pile of steel square tubing. The "Part 1" video shows us welding up the frame

[@ImzJustAGuy]

I personally would have the water heater more In the front due to weight. From the look itooks like there's already to much weight on the back. You'll be fish tailing like crazy

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

The water heater is super light, probably only weighs a couple pounds. the weight distribution is great and it tracks just fine. There's more forward weight than may appear from the videos. There's also a battery box in front with two heavy batteries in it, i don't recall if i ever showed that in the videos

[@ImzJustAGuy]

@@SonoranSpaceProgram I figured you would but the bats up front haha. Are you a part of the diy teardrop community on Facebook.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

@@ImzJustAGuy I am not, this trailer is actually my friend Albaro's (a.k.a. "Waka"). He may be in the DIY teardrop community on FB, however. I know he's in the "Off-Road and Expedition Trailers" Facebook group

[@crazycoinbox6078]

Why did you put 1970s wood paneling inside?

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

it's cheap and light! but yeah, not super eye catching

[@sanpedroatv]

Wich paint you use??

[@dtepson1]

Raptor liner

[@takemechrome2291]

Wait why do you have off-road tires on a trailer? Lol

[@dtepson1]

That way I can use my spare tire from the jeep, or I can use the trailer tires on my jeep, comun sense.

[@takemechrome2291]

dtepson gotcha gotcha, that’s smart

[@meliscubukcu3043]

this is not a build video, it's more of a I come here to hang while the trailer is built and we eat tacos. "a lot of it was not interesting enough to video.. paneling plywood and stuff.." dude we're actually here to watch that stuff, not the tacos. enjoy the trailer

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

But the tacos are so good! I will be starting a new trailer build in the near future and will be doing much more detailed "build video" coverage for that one. On this build there was a pretty big time crunch so we were focussed more on building than documenting, I was also still trying to figure out the basics of how to film and edit videos so most of this was haphazard. Thanks for the feedback and hopefully the next build will be right up your alley in terms of detail and actual build content

[@flex93312]

That music is faking annoying!

[@SKAL0K]

Nice trailer, terrible music. Night at the Roxbury has got to go.

[@taurus66]

So you didn’t build the trailer yourself.

[@SonoranSpaceProgram]

Three of us worked on it together, Waka did a majority of the work as it was his trailer at his shop and I was only able to help on the weekends.

[@1scottburns]

Great trailer annoying music