THIS VINTAGE 1973 SHASTA HAS A BIG SECRET! WAIT UNTIL YOU SEE WHAT IT DOES.

[@tracyhaupt9031]

This man needs to design camper layouts for everyone!

[@t.b.1596]

I was thinking the same thing! Very efficient!!!!

[@robertabrams8562]

This guy is an incredible designer…some of his ideas are borderline ingenious

[@sharoneasley]

I’ve been watching videos for eight years now. This is, by far, the best floorplan that I’ve ever seen. 🤩 He is very talented.

[@glenchase1294]

I know Huh ?

[@catterin7815]

The kitchen at the back of this type camper is genius! It doesn't take up interior space, has wonderful height, and really allows you to enjoy the outdoors. Camper designers can learn a lot from this very talented individual.

[@vjm1639]

What a fabulous setup! This guy did a wonderful job redoing this adorable little camper. Very impressive.

[@Johns2Cents4U]

I agree!

[@rommelbillman2872]

Awe!!! When he reached over and grabbed the vase of flowers and put it on the table just melted my heart. Now that’s a good man.

[@TakeATripTogether]

Wow, that camper is fantastic! He did an amazing job of utilizing all of the available space. So clever!!

[@patriciatinkey2677]

This Guy! Those little decorative inlays, & how smoothly everything fits! He is definitly a Master Woodworker! What a Craftsman! Mad Respect. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@sewdutch2]

Now he can sell his blue print plans!

[@williamolliges2622]

I’m with you. I converted the inside of a cargo trailer myself until I needed to call in a friend’s son who works for a van shop to finish the galley. I’m very happy with my creation, but this kind of project is a perfect demonstration of the difference between ability and talent.

[@j.a.b.9976]

The best Shasta re-build innovations ever, hands down ! Matt, you sir have won the Shascor Award (Oscar award for Shasta camper rebuilds)! Well if there was one.

[@jerbear7952]

Shascor sounds like they would make composite panels for restaurant walls

[@robinlies9644]

I absolutely love this! My Grandpa built a teardrop in the late 30's. They were living out of it! Later on my parents took us camping with it in the early 60's. It was a beautiful trailer. We used it for years. Later on my parents bought a Frolic trailer. It kinda looked like this Shasta. Same colors and style. Both trailers sure brought so many happy memories for our family. Thanks so much

[@donwestmoreland6273]

[@lisafranklin2173]

Thanks for showing this little gem! Man, this thing is slick! Love all the little gadgets and handy nooks- you can tell he really thought through the design and built it specifically for the way he likes to camp!

[@sarahstrong7174]

Very clever design features there. Well thought out.

[@staceywooddell3181]

💯🤎🌹🌿🌻🌾🚞🚙🚎🚍🛻🚃🌾🌼🌄🌲🎏🌻🏕🌳🛶🏞🎣🏞⛵🌅

[@kaybartoli]

Aa

[@cricketponyq]

Suzi, My heart goes out to you. I lost my husband a year and a half ago. He too had Alzheimer’s and was a nature lover, hiker, photographer and outdoor sporting manager back in Reno. Jack and your family was a part of our life through television, videos and his book. As his wife and caregiver, I know you are holding it together and I’m sure you are savoring every moment you have left with him. I have watched this several times as it was like watch Mike and myself. Know you are in my prayers. God will continue to guide you and prepare you for when he goes to his heavenly home. May he pass quickly and painlessly as my husband did. God Bless you, June Wilhelm

[@crazgirl80]

That is the perfect camper sit up . The best of two campers . My favorite part is the table and using the two ironing boards as extra counter space . The little details , the original signage and the color made this Shasta just shine !

[@darleensmith8111]

Neat job.

[@coobay4786]

I have no idea why I'm watching this. I have no interest in campers. However this guy did a great job with a small space to work with.👍

[@daddi-o2443]

Right👍

[@Vinniegret]

Same here. Camping does not sound like fun to me.

[@KimLucas-xh9wv]

I know... I've become obsessed watching these videos from tiny houses, shed to home, campers, etc. This one is amazing 🤩

[@OddBallPerformance]

I love love love that back galley integrated into that style of camper. It takes up a little bit of space out back but opens up so much room on the inside of the camper. What a clever integration of styles.

[@lorrainechircop4411]

So much thought has gone into this build. This family needs to be congratulated... ❤️🇦🇺

[@rickdejaynes738]

This is a perfect example of what I had in my mind for a camper conversion. Bed inside, kitchen outside. Great job man!

[@cherylween4973]

Beds always are inside. Lol

[@crazycain1984]

That is just plain AWESOME!. Did not expect that- having the back flip up like a teardrop does. He literally thought out everything & fit it all in beautifully. I want 1 now 😆... TOO COOL

[@andiwinter18]

Wow that is off the charts! I love it! The thoughtful plan to meet family needs is really amazing in addition to the overall build.

[@CampandCamera]

Matt is a brilliant builder. He found so many clever solutions to things that challenge folks like me!

[@andiwinter18]

@@CampandCamera I think both of you are super talented! Everyday engineering

[@discerningmind]

The tear-drop (rear) galley came out just beautifully. That is some real nice craftsmanship! Thank you for sharing this wonderful build.

[@carolcamp4828]

So well designed & executed. Looks gorgeous. Really great job & in a remarkably short time. He could do this for a living! Make a great side hustle. Thanks for featuring it. Very inspiring.

[@barbaradebord7719]

I miss my camper. Would love to get back into camping. He has a great design.

[@larrywatkins4595]

99

[@McTroyd]

Pretty awesome! It'd be neat to go back in time to see what the 1973 Shasta executives thought about this design. Could have changed the course of camper history!

[@CampandCamera]

That would be so cool!

[@lindalparr]

This is the most awesome camper I’ve ever seen! Your family is so lucky to have you as there Dad! Happy Camping!

[@margochristensen6359]

OMG...my dad bought a Shasta when I was a teen {about a hundred years ago}. I loved that thing. We'd park it on the cape right on the beach and I'd go down every weekend. We skipped school (once) and hid in it laughing but my mother knew. Such fond memories.

[@CleoHarperReturns]

Of all the remodels I've seen on Shastas, this is by far the best I've ever seen. Just beautiful! I was born in 1973 as well but I don't look half this good at my age.

[@YeshuaKingMessiah]

😁🤣

[@TheGratitudeAttitude]

Wow Michael! This was such a great tour of a Shasta teardrop! I started watching this video a few weeks ago and realized tonight that I hadn’t left a comment. A teardrop’s best feature is the galley and this one is amazing! I love all the finishing touches he put into this camper renovation. It is always such an inspiration to see this kind of dedication to restoring vintage campers. He thought of everything to make family camping fun and easy. Many blessings to you all. ~ Maria

[@CampandCamera]

It’s great to hear from you Maria. I hope you both are doing well.

[@darondatoole7439]

That back rest is patentable. Brilliant for sure.

[@duvessa2003]

I have to admit, I absolutely hated the idea of this amalgamation, but I was WRONG. It is fabulous! Everything’s been done to meet the family’s needs while maintaining the character of the Shasta and the spirit of tin can tourists. I commend you. I have a ‘68 Oasis. I’m happy with my kitchen but I I love the idea of an outdoor kitchen because the whole point of camping is to be outside as much as possible, especially when your kids are young. Enjoy ☘️☘️☘️

[@karenhaupt4321]

Very cool Impressive

[@gracieg7601]

Not having any on board water kinda leaves out boondocking!

[@PlanetEarth3141]

​@@gracieg7601As is, true. But one could carry a few five gallon water containers, add a small pump with a battery and pump it through a plastic hose to the the camper and inside to the sink. Let a truck haul a few jugs of water under a shell along with other items.

[@kathysnyder4624]

@@karenhaupt4321h

[@ksgraham3477]

​@@gracieg7601not really. Jerry jugs and buckets and Porta potti covers everything.

[@thomasguthrie5938]

What more can one say? Absolutely brilliant! I am always fascinated by people's thoughtful innovations. First rate build/conversion! Thanks for sharing.

[@wanderingangelstudio1359]

I’m not sure why KZbin recommended this video but I’m glad it did. Love the way every space is used and the overall design. It’s a great little camper.

[@tomprather3461]

RV builders can learn a few things from you! Great build.

[@S.JerseyJim]

Matt is incredibly talented and just as humble. Well done!

[@kuttfam0191]

I love this little camper! It is perfect for his young family. The ingenuity he used in his design us amazing.

[@katielin2379]

What a great little trailer. Nice design. Love the back galley. Use of space is brillant.

[@janicecrockett1400]

Beautiful. Makes me wish I was younger with the time to put my heart into a vintage Shasta. There used to be a little yellow one sitting in the back yard of a home one street over. I would slow down and dream every time I drove by it.

[@pamhutzell8268]

I think that build was so great! Makes it way bigger than a 10 foot box.

[@ritalowrie1296]

What a brilliant layout an setup. I wish you and your family have many great times and memories with her.

[@zackdemundo]

This is a really clever upgrade. Excellent use of space. What a great video.

[@dbwat9467]

What a beautiful job, now I know where all my talent went, he got it !!! BEAUTIFUL!!!!

[@valwhitwell8419]

Your tiny house looks massive... and it's looking really good. Well done Matt and Niko. Great video of your work in progress

[@jmb-cm7mr]

This has got to be the coolest idea for a regular trailer i have ever seen, this is such a nice trailer i would love to buy that trailer🙂

[@andrewchapman4313]

Super unique and beautiful build! Creative use of space for sure and something I’d LOVE to have/use for myself and family for sure!

[@user-jc6ok6cf7m]

This Shasta camper is awesome, the thought and work that was put into this is amazing. Thanks for posting this video.

[@seanhogue929]

One of the best uses of space I have seen in a long time, looks great! I love the backrest on the bed side!

[@joannsilva4715]

OMG so ingenious! This is a real gem! Clever, adorable, great ideas! Be so very proud of your creation! A real cutie.

[@debbiebrugman4543]

What an awesome build. So many great ideas from the backrest to the double pullout drawer dinette to that amazing kitchen with the ironing board counters. Thanks for the tour.

[@Melmelba]

This is beautifully done and kept the vintage look, which is incredible. So many people buy homes, trailers, etc., and remove everything of character and era. This is gorgeous.

[@kimhorton6109]

We were living at Walker AFB in Roswell, NM when Dad Bought one of these. I had a brother and sister in 1953 and all five of us ran all over NM, AZ TX and Colorado. Dad had an old Plymouth that eventually was replaced by a ‘55 Ford station Wagon. Great memories from all that traveling.

[@CampandCamera]

Great memories indeed!

[@msherry5]

Brilliant! That galley looks vintage, too. Great job.

[@debradavid929]

Wow! I’m speechless…. Well done Matt, wife and happy camping trails! ❤️

[@ladonakirkwood9995]

This is going to of course give away my age too, but I remember these. I really think this gentleman and his family did an amazing job on the restoration of this model. I hope they enjoy it for years to come! I really had fun on the tour he gave!

[@forgotMyUsername100]

well dangit, now I want a rear-kitchen on my cargo-conversion trailer 😂 Cool build! Thanks for giving us the tour.

[@adventurousspirit6628]

They did an excellent job converting their trailer to a teardrop, and all of the creative ideas to make it useable blew me away! Great ingenuity and creativity. Thank you for interviewing him and sharing his ideas.

[@touringdan]

My compliments to the owner. Great design and construction. An outstanding job of thinking outside the box.

[@deannacava1797]

A Beautiful camperwith alot of great stuff enjoy this video on it❤❤

[@helenphillips7709]

Awesome build. We had a 13 ft Shasta in the 60s & early 70s. 2 adults & 4 kids. Loved it!

[@ginnymurray1869]

We had one too. Cute miniature pink appliances. Pulled it with our Skylark with bucket seats. Those were good days and times. Everything was affordable.

[@wrylife57]

Outstanding build! Such creative use of space and also beautiful finishes. I love the fold-down dinette, the backrest and that teardrop kitchen is better than actual teardrops in that it has those two extensions--so much space! Great work, Matt! I would have liked to see how the kitchen folds away though and in general I wish you had allowed Matt to tell us about the build in his own way instead of asking him so many questions, making him jump from one thing to another before he had finished talking about each thing.

[@preceptgal]

Yes, in particular I would have liked to see how the ironing boards folded away (they look too long to just flip up… )

[@wrylife57]

@@preceptgal I agree--I played that part over and over to see if there was any obvious place they were stored but couldn't see any.

[@stacytwite3851]

I was wondering too! Maybe they will do another video!

[@paramount10987]

That was awesome. He is very talented!!

[@suzannecranford6819]

Ingenious! I love everything about it! That kitchen! - That fold down table and back rest! I could live in it full time and be very happy! It's the best I've seen! Thanks for the tour! 💗

[@liddlekiddle1962]

Amazingly designed! So well thought out and beautiful woodwork everywhere. Thanks!

[@TruthQuest4700]

This design is so clever and the overall space is cohesive and consistent!

[@lindac7146]

Really well done rebuild. As small as it is, it seems quite spacious.

[@cindychaney7205]

This really is an amazing camper. Love all the thought that has gone into it!

[@stevengatewood2725]

Love this. What a cool idea. Love the cabinet doors doing double duty for extra storage. This is what I want.

[@LisaSimplified]

Your craftsmanship is first rate! Thanks for the tour.

[@tjme]

Love the outside kitchen on this, keep the mess and cooked food smells out of the trailer. Fantastic build.

[@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823]

What about when it's very cold/rains?

[@savannahsmiles1797]

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 it has a overhead roof, and if ya can't stand the cold stay home...lol.

[@e.katman]

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 a jacket with a hood. Seriously. And stand so your back takes most of the wind. We have an outdoor kitchen and Love it.

[@bushcraftcreationsbykristi2590]

@@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823 some people have easy ups they use to shield from weather if it bothers them, otherwise, there’s always the choice to use a hot plate, Jetboil or crock pot inside. Ooorrrr toughen up. 😅

[@veronicaroach3667]

That is a very sensible but very nice design, all the necessaries without any silly stuff ! Well done ! The professionals could take a few hints from your ideas !!! I especially like your tiny kitchen - so practical, as we all know it's counterspace that's missing on most of these things ! I don't have a camper these days. but many years ago we had a Ford camper with overhead bed - classic design, it was wonderful, and the freedom you have to get the kids to where they can run wild is such a bonus when they are young ! Enjoy your hard work - lovely job !

[@origamiswami2275]

Love it! I'm working towards building a tiny house in a few years and I'm always on the lookout for space-saving ideas. And this little beauty is full of 'em! I'm impressed.

[@jamesmartin7282]

Wow! That rear galley really makes his camper unique. Thanks for showing it to us.

[@dustinjohnson1410]

I love the inside cabinet door turned tabletop. I might steal that for my oversized build that I am starting soon.

[@michellethompson34]

Wow that's just an amazing build loved how he utilized the small spaces...very talented indeed👍👍👍

[@patmills2089]

Great build! I remember those Shasta trailers. I always wondered what they looked like inside. We were considering a small trailer. We need it to fit on a 16ft x 20 ft parking pad. But I love to concept you came up with a rear/outdoor galley. Most the places we go have plenty of casual indoor places to go if we had really rainy weather. But we love to sit outside to eat and cook . Thank-you for sharing your design.

[@sunnygram3850]

I love this trailer .It is just adorable and very well thought out.I love the old Shastas

[@festerhairball6588]

What a great build Matt!! Lots of thought, determination & skill went into this for sure. There will be a long line of buyers the day he decides to sell. 😎👍

[@lendmeyourear3546]

The attention to detail is wonderful including the triangular design throughout the build. Great job!

[@jeaniefosnight9809]

Loved how you arranged everything! We used to have a little Shasta but it didn't really work out for our family. So glad to see how you made yours work. I'd love to have a little camper again.

[@edroethler4254]

Very Neat! Thanks for sharing Michael.

[@toportime]

You can tell how much love he put into rebuilding that, nice!

[@terrynorman1222]

This is so nice I really like how he thought so much about the little things he added that saved space and the thought he put into everything👏🏽🤗🤗🤗

[@CraftHarlot]

That is absolutely brilliant!! I love the back galley, so much work space! Great space inside and it's so useful! We have a 64 Shasta 16SC that we refurbished. No holding tanks, and our stove was missing. So, we added a microwave and 2 burners. Just what we needed.

[@beverlyjohnson2266]

This is the one of the best campers I've ever seen, the only thing that would make it better would be a real bathroom.

[@glenchase1294]

My girlfriend had a 74 Shasta like this, but original. I helped her refab and restore some. We had great times in it and it towed behind a v6 just fine. I then built my own teardrop off road trailer with solar, water and 12 volt fridge. I traveled for 2 years in it. I have to say you took the very best of both worlds and made a very unique and practical build ! hats off, seriously I have been doing this with trailers and sailboats for 10 years and this is Awesome !

[@aprilhaselbusch2817]

Wow that is so cool! I loved all the little hiding spots and how convenient everything was. You're very talented! Safe travels!

[@whynotbekind1957]

That’s really nice! They put quite a few custom features in that little camper …like the table area all the way down to the silverware caddy that goes from kitchen to table…and the cute little pass through to the inside. That little thing has everything you need…easy way to go out for the weekend with minimal effort.

[@TannerPhoenix-te6nq]

People like this man defines what "Makes America Great!" See you all in 2024-2025🇺🇲👍

[@eveorlando3389]

Have to say, I passed this video up a few times finally decided to watch. An absolutely beautiful trailer! But.. to my surprise even better than the beautiful trailer, was seeing who the owner was. Matt you're missed more than you know.

[@isaacholzwarth]

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[@eveorlando3389]

What's the question?

[@isaacholzwarth]

@@eveorlando3389 did Matt die or something?

[@eveorlando3389]

@@isaacholzwarth No. And no I don't know him personally. If Matt should read this I'm sure he will know what it means.

[@isaacholzwarth]

@@eveorlando3389 okay

[@robertfincher6970]

Such and interesting video…cool Shasta conversion. Also, so glad to see Mike making more videos… such great interviews.

[@cathyphegley7414]

I just love this little jewel! Mom and Dad and I had a little camper trailer when I was growing up. We used it a lot as we went on vacation with my Godparents and other families. Very fond memories that these children and parents will have.💕

[@meowza7266]

I love this. I could live like this, not just camp.

[@samriccius1879]

Sooo thought out! Your wife was so right on having the 🛌 ready 2 go & having the outside kitchen gave u that(luvvv the pass through) & keeping the smells outa the inside. The outside side cabinets give ya so much work space, having it all covered is the bomb & than add in the wood work on the cabinets inside & out. Best compact ever, I'd take this 1 over a new compact or Tear Drop ANY DAY!!! U could sale so many, Great work 2 u & your Wife.

[@cherylween4973]

What about the toilet smells? 🤢

[@e.katman]

@@cherylween4973 they use it for middle of the night tinkle, the builder said so. There's biodegradable chemicals to put in the toilet tank to prevent odor. They stay in campgrounds (he said that's why no water tank), and most campgrounds have a bath house or two.

[@annmarieladuke3276]

Awesome Possom build! Darling Decor & hidden storage

[@karimartin9441]

I’m so impressed on how well the design was executed! I would hire this gentleman to rebuild my trailer…if I only had a trailer…!

[@marilynthaxton3073]

Absolutely A Winner 🏆 All the right things in a perfect place ☺️ You should be so Proud!!! I love that you saved a great invention for it's time and sweetened it up just the right way ...💕

[@alisonjetmar7437]

What a talented couple! You are blessed with your ability to plan and carry out! Amen..love it!

[@alisondawson5116]

I love, love, love this wee camper. Great size for a couple or just me and my puppers. I live in Australia and have never seen a Shasta before and love everything about it. The addition of he teardrop piece at the rear is just beautiful. I want this camper ! I hope you have many years of wonderful memories in your beautiful little camper ! Alison ❤️❤️🇦🇺🇦🇺xoxox

[@theresajohns5842]

I LOVE THIS CAMPER YOU DID AN AMAZING JOB ,HAVE A WONDERFUL TIME CAMPING.😀🌻

[@beforeandafterwithleannami6203]

This is so impressive. Such a great use of every inch!

[@bernardboudreau9534]

First off....all friendly folks in this video. Feels nice. Secondly...WOW, a very ingenious modifications. Had his unit not been water damaged initially, we would not see the betterment of this unit and the cool features created.

[@jean-paulnancyraut6596]

Fabulous interior layout and kitchen. Thanks for sharing.

[@trulylivinggood]

Great build, would of loved to see how the iron boards get stored with the hatch closed

[@preceptgal]

Yes, in particular I would have liked to see how the ironing boards folded away (they look too long to just flip up… )

[@christinealvarez6803]

NICE CAMPER.

[@judyk928]

It looks like they would detatch and then either lay them on the kitchen counter or put them inside.

[@bushcraftcreationsbykristi2590]

I’m wondering that myself, is there any chance they kinda lift a bit and then twist to turn in to lay on the inside counter?

[@Mrshoujo]

*WOULD'VE

[@miguelsalami]

Such a Kool little camper with very clever Mods Nice Work 👍👍