Cargo Trailer Conversion Series: Red Cedar Roof Deck!

[@TinyGoHomes]

I’m having fun building my own trailer for behind my hummer out of a pop up trailer. The cheer in the beginning is how I feel after every improvement. I’m also noticing how many other people are becoming interested. I’m having loads of fun.

[@getaway_man]

I’ve had a few struggles so every time I have a victory I definitely have a little celebration 😆 Good luck with your projects!

[@TinyGoHomes]

@@getaway_man the struggles are real that’s for sure but the end result is a dream come true.

[@parkervarin]

Thanks

[@master6676]

Pretty dang awesome. Great idea, my only possible change will be, oil it 1 or 2 times a year. just to prevent drying and sun damage.

[@getaway_man]

Thanks! You totally could oil it. Ideally it would be covered or stored out of the sun I suppose.

[@K9TPT]

Looks like a great build !

[@caravandanadventures]

Saw your detailed review on Amazon, CLAM Quick-Set Escape Sky Camper 11.5 x 11.5 Ft . I'm a 66 years old Dodge Grand Caravan camper. I ordered it 2 days ago, began questioning if I made a mistake get the big size. Your in-depth review has relieved my anxiety. Thanks Getaway Man!

[@getaway_man]

That’s awesome! I’m glad you found it helpful. We’ve loved our clam tent. We’ve had it several years now and it’s held up great. We don’t take it camping anymore but we love having it set up in our yard during the summer. Let me know how you like it after you get a chance to use it!

[@webtomboffgrid9725]

NICE WORK! I would water seal the tops of the deck. the bottom would give you the smell still. peace...

[@getaway_man]

Thanks! As for sealing, I like your thinking but I would seal the whole thing or not at all. If you seal the top, moisture will still wick in through the bottom. I think of cedar like a sponge. It does absorb water, but give it a little time and it will release the moisture and completely dry out. Cover 3/4 of the sponge and it will trap the moisture and mold. Or in the case of the cedar, lead to premature rot.

[@K9TPT]

Great looking build !

[@michaeltichonuk2176]

Beautiful and I suspect, very durable deck! I would have ruined at least one of the boards...learning curve and all. And it'll give some shade to that roof! That's a huge plus I would think! Again, really beautiful wood and craftsmanship!

[@getaway_man]

Thank you! That’s what I was thinking…Between the solar panels and the deck, the roof isn’t going to see a lot of direct sun which should help keep it cooler inside 😎

[@wildestcowboy2668]

He seems like a good guy but all these videos about 'camping' and there always on blacktop and or in residential areas! LoL I live back in the woods and love it!

[@getaway_man]

You do realize this is a build series right? 😆 Would you have me build it in the woods behind my house rather then next to my shop? Actually, that sounds pretty fun haha

[@angeloiezzi7054]

so my question and concern is with that huge welding issue with the upright. Did you find it was just the one? do you think it will always be in the back of your mind that it will just fail? also, which paint did you wind up going with ?

[@christopherk1878]

Looks good. I always wonder the weight the roof can hold.

[@getaway_man]

Thanks. I wouldn’t put a knee down on the roof itself but the rack won’t sweat it.

[@patrickmckowen2999]

I like it - got me thinking now it would be nice to put a deck on mine - thats going to cost me more so I have to give thumbs down on the vid for that reason🤣 Kidding 👍

[@getaway_man]

Haha well at least I showed you a relatively affordable way of building one!

[@isaacchalambaga8630]

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