CAMPING and HOW MUCH did my 5x8 Cargo Conversion COST TO BUILD?

[@kiddysinclaire5831]

Dude...this is killer nice! You did a great job and I hope you enjoy it for many years to come! Thanks for sharing your story with us!!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

thank you for the kind feedback! glad you enjoyed the videos.

[@bryand2978]

Sell me this bad boy

[@denidougherty9576]

Just came across your channel tonight n subscribed. I think what you’ve done n are doing is awesome! I’m 65, retired RN n looking to do one of these 5x8s. Hubs is dragging his feet cause he knows I need his strength n know how a bunch. You are a young him, your wife is also very lucky. Please don’t let the negative people get you down, you handle their comments much better then I. Keep up the wonderful work n enjoy your beautiful family! From a granny in Pennsylvania USA! Stay safe and happy trails!!👍✌️

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you for your support. Safe travels!

[@vavet39]

love the campfire shots it felt like the smoke was coming out of my screen

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks for watching :) glad you enjoyed.

[@adamw4469]

Solid build, solid axe work, solid fire prep. 10/10

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you;

[@felixcat9318]

I am particularly impressed with your very high standards of workmanship throughout the build! It's been a delight to see the care with which you work, everything's done beautifully, very professional! One couldn't buy an outfitted 5 x 8 trailer for $11,000 that comes anywhere near the quality of The Chuck Box, it's simply not possible. Your outstanding Travel Cabin will accompany you for many kilometres and years, making memories, all the while providing you a really lovely home wherever you're parked. Thank you for sharing this great build and for introducing me to Catch Covers, something I'd never seen before. Subscribed.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you for the kind feedback! Thanks for flowing along.

[@yooperdog]

Enjoy your time without bugs. UP Michigan here. We did a 6x10 ctc

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks, yeah the bugs are killer in the summer. I plan to install a bug screen!

[@clintstinytrailerconversio5560]

And he knows a thing or two about building a fire. The steak, onions and the potato recipe looks delicious, too.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

I think it's a skill everyone should know! Thanks for watching.

[@Cache73]

Nice build out. Also, cool axe... thx for the vid and inspiration, happy camping to you.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks for watching! Cheers. Happy camping.

[@jenwallace1766]

Awesome job! Happy to see you guys enjoying it!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you! And thanks for watching.

[@JeffinLowerAlabama]

Amazing build, well done on the Chuck Box, many happy years to you both, Jeff in LA USA

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks for watching Jeff!

[@user-iv8hc8fm5o]

Great job on the cargo conversion! Try and build upside down fire next time your out. I use to build fires the traditional way prior to trying the upside down technique. Time saver for sure, and now I use it in the woodstove as well. Thank you for sharing your moose hunt as well!!!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks for watching! Safe travels out there. Good tips.

[@cksmith007]

Turned out great. I’ve watched a lot of yours and other cargo conversion build videos and they are super helpful. Maybe make a video about what you’d do differently if you were to do it again ... if anything.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Definitely! I am working on a full in-depth walkaround and a critical review of the things I would do differently, the do's and don'ts! Thanks for watching. Glad you found them helpful.

[@praeeo]

You did such a wonderful job on your build. Very thought out and I thought making the wheels and tires the same as your truck was brilliant. I love the wifey/hubby Yeti mugs for your chianti lol... at least you weren't having fava beans, too, lol. Thanks for sharing; it was a lot of fun to watch and great ideas!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you for the kind words! :)

[@CharlesButler]

That's actually good price considering that includes purchasing the trailer. My total cost of 2015 7x14 cargo trailer camper conversion is $11,525 which includes the trailer, licensing and so forth. What killed me was the labor. OMG. out here in CA everything cost a fortune. I wish I was more handy and would save so much.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Yeah everything is priced out of wack currently.... Interesting times. Thank you! I do think I did okay with what my budget was!

[@livingtherufflife]

This is great, realistic, and still way less than one of those small campers and will last wayyyyy longer, great job! Gave me a lot of ideas to work on the inside of our trailer, which already has insulation and doors/windows but needs a roof fan and the interior bed & nose-table plus storage, it's more challenging to get a bed and work space in a shorter trailer but I like your layout.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Yes exactly, I hope it will last a long time. The vent was one of the best modifications, in the summer it pulls all the stale air out, keeping the space comfortable. Thank you for watching. Good luck with your build!

[@backtobushoutdoors4610]

Looking awesome dude keep it up. I’ve had to take a pause on my channel!!! But will be back at it soon. Good Job dude

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you! will be on the lookout for more outdoor content in the future. Take care, stay safe.

[@h.j.s.j.1801]

Te tengo mucho respeto por todo lo que as ello con tu ideas del camper

[@bearsden3505]

Nice build!!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you!

[@0U81TO]

Yup...that's living the life Bud...Happy camping & Happy Trails ✨

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you!

[@flierbill]

Excellent! You are a genius!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks Bill!

[@Sam-lk6eo]

You want to try some of that NZ Port or Sherry, lt's like a wine crossed with cough mixture except it gets you warm inside and gives you rosey red cheeks, Ha ha plus it tastes good, Well I think so after one glass !

[@JoelTremblayCA]

I'll check it out! Thanks for watching

[@unclebmcc6848]

Canadian eh!🇨🇦👍Nice video.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks!! 🇨🇦

[@QueenBaha]

Thank you thank you THANK YOU 😊 💐💃🏽

[@JoelTremblayCA]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@erichess5566]

Seriously an awesome build...love your attention to detail! What size window is that you installed and have you had any issues with it installed in a vertical orientation? Thanks!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thanks for watching. Appreciate the support! It's a 15x31 and meant to be installed vertically! Check out the channel, I have a separate video of the winter install.

[@falconxvid]

Very impressive, I am planning to do the same conversion, but still deciding on either I need a side door or not on this type of trailer, any thoughts ?

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you! Originally, I wanted a trailer with a side door but couldn't find a trailer with a side door within my budget. That being said, if I had a side door the current bed design would not work. Depends on your needs and wants, for me a side door wasn't nessesary.

[@falconxvid]

@@JoelTremblayCA Really good point here, you might change my mind and save me some money, I"ll watch your build process to learn as much as I can

[@JoelTremblayCA]

@@falconxvid thanks for following along! Good luck with your build.

[@gertrudehartzler8374]

Nice work

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you!

[@marksommers6764]

Joel , again , a great design and production . I utilized a sliding glass door self sealing (magnets) screen while leaving the door(s) open . Can be had on line quite cheaply ! Happy travels you two !

[@JoelTremblayCA]

I'll have to look into that! Thanks Mark.

[@pacset2]

nice work

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you!

[@pacset2]

@@JoelTremblayCA like to here about how your battery system works in cold weather , charging with solar

[@JoelTremblayCA]

@@pacset2 if you watch the video about lessons learned from my build, I explain how I charge my battery in the winter!

[@JoelTremblayCA]

@@pacset2 if you watch the video about lessons learned from my build, I explain how I charge my battery in the winter!

[@HauNguyen-hf1kt]

Hey man, awesome video! Just wondering if there is like a trailer insurance for this kind of stuff?

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Great question! I've been calling around to different companies trying to figure out the best policy. Right now I have the trailer insured for its value as a utility trailer. Insurance companies don't like modified stuff!

[@seanmalone7920]

did you install the solar yourself, how would i find a installer for my trailer im in central florida

[@JoelTremblayCA]

I did install this myself, not sure how to go abouts finding someone. Thanks for watching!

[@juniorsanchezmotta6581]

disculpa se necesita algun permiso para transportarlo esa caravana o no necesita ninguno ?

[@JoelTremblayCA]

From Google translate it I got you asking if I need a special permit to bring this around, answer is no. Just my driver's license to be able to drive the tow vehicle!

[@RVingwithG]

W-HOLLY tree stump Batman. $11,000, I better not try this at home.... Great build !

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Thank you!

[@Denverscorpio]

I would have just bought a really nice used already built actual trailer for that price.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Where's the fun in that?!

[@Mumblix]

Those ready made trailers ain't that great. This way he did it exactly the way he wanted it. I've doing a 5x8 trailer project myself but all I did was toss in a La-Z-Boy recliner and diesel heater. Put a used solar panel on the roof and called it done. I'm still futzing around but I don't have the patience or skill to do what Joel did here. I wish I did because this is really great.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

@@Mumblix exactly! Thank you.

[@stephanmedlin7323]

My wife is gonna shoot me she. When she see’s my Amazon order.

[@JoelTremblayCA]

Hahaha yes it can add up quick! Always good to have her onboard every step of the way! Just gotta add "it's still cheaper than buying an RV". Thanks for watching, good luck with your build!

[@lingdatang669]

ltcomment $10,720 , $3000 trailer , no shower

[@alextaylor3815]

Its made for short term jaunts hes not living in it full time.