He's a smart guy and knowing so much electrical stuff is a huge bonus.
@davesrvchannel47176 жыл бұрын
for those of you saying "too complicated, or would be easier in an RV." Think of it this way, many times in nomad life, part of the fun is bucking the system, not buying an RV but building one. As for complicated, sometimes using your ingenuity makes you feel like you defeated something or a system. Also the fun in being a nomad is passing time by doing these things. It may take time to set up a shower or a solar system to both vehicles, but passing time doing something vs watching TV or just withering away in a chair.
@RedFlip645 жыл бұрын
Dave & Muppy RV & Vlog Channel, besides- everyone is different! What is overly complicated to one is actually simplified for other reasons to another. Randy’s problem-solving and ingenuity is inspiring! People are just so stuck in themselves :)
@khm21285 жыл бұрын
A cargo trailer gives more efficient use of space & available weight value.
@gameandskate4 жыл бұрын
AMEN, Dave
@homealone50872 жыл бұрын
Yep. Plus totally custom. Yoy can make it your own. You can get more for less weight.
@TheREALOC1972 Жыл бұрын
The problem with Cargo Trailers is that they are so expensive compared to an older camper that might need a a little maintanance. 5 years ago I bought a 16' 1973 Shasta Camper for $40 at an Estate Auction. We live in Jacksonville beach and both have Show cars and travel 2-3 weekends to shows to Savanah, Pensacola, Daytona and Tampa, we even go to Miami a couple times a year, and we've been to Montgomery and New Orleans when were on vacation, go to a show and we'll just spend the week. The other reason people say "It's too complicated" is because they just go off the deep end and go all at once, We started slow, I took us 2 weeks to gut and rebuild, including tearing out and rebuilding the rear wall which is where we moved our door too btw and completely flipped the floor plan. We started out with just the bare minimum,, basically a bed a kitchette, including one of those small college dorm style refridgerator and a microwave and spending weekends at state parks while we were attending car shows and we have added on to what we need to live in it at longer periods of time. We now have one of those 9 function Air Fryers that does Air Frying, Convection oven, Broil, Bake, Toast, Dehydrate, Keep Warm, Rotisserie, One-Touch Fries, microwave and 3/4 refrigerator that I bought from an appliance wholesale warehouse for $100 because it had a scratch on the side because that small fridge just wasn't cutting it, on our week long trips we have to go to the store atleast 4 times in that 9 days. At the end of this years car show season were going to buy one of those solar set-ups at Harbor Freight with the money that we save from not going to hotels. We don't need nor want a bathroom because we stay at state parks and they always have bathroom and shower facilities. We are planning on living the Nomad life when we both retire in 3 and half years floating from state park to state park between Missouri where I'm from and New Mexico where my Gf is from. My point to this long winded comment is take it a step at a time and figure out what works best for you and your situation and don't just jump in with both feet.
@josephkulp43936 жыл бұрын
Randy's smile at 11:24... he's so proud of his fan, I love it!
@daveramsey12264 жыл бұрын
I have respect for people who live like this.
@tikilee71726 жыл бұрын
I am so impressed with Randy. Thought and ingenuity went in to every detail. And it looks great, too. Randy you rock!
@hithernyon84956 жыл бұрын
This is a very interesting guy. I like to just watch him talk about his rigs, and how he smiles when he explains something he loves, and his hand gestures are mesmerizing.
@samuelhelderman6 жыл бұрын
Hither'n'Yon lol
@Capronice6 жыл бұрын
I think you have a crush lol
@conversationswithadrianne4 ай бұрын
I agree.
@trailegs6 жыл бұрын
Great video. Randy, you've the hands of an artist, the mind of a scientist, the presence of a bard. Great work, gentlemen.
@ricks.13186 жыл бұрын
Randy is a REAL SMART guy !!! He did all the right things, but still "customized" his trailer to BEST suit his own needs :) :) :) :) Hats OFF to Randy !!
@karend.cureton-gordon67315 жыл бұрын
I'm new to the ideas but I see great possibilities and it is a comforting to see what can be done. My question is this what seizes do the cargo trailers come in thus far I seen, though video, I believe it was a 10'x6' cargo trailer, and believe this one is 17'x6'???.... so what are the different lengths and widths? Also what size vehicle will it take to haul the different sizes of trailers. Thank you in advance!
@jonsmith22175 жыл бұрын
@@karend.cureton-gordon6731 the nice thing about a trailer you don't have to have insurance on it, in Most states a one-time license plate fee and in a few states no tax. And these pull-behind basic trailers hold their value far better. speaking of interior inside dimensions for instance mine is 8 foot wide inside by 32 foot long mostly stripped down enclosed race car trailer. It's 8.5 wide outside And it's about 76 or 77 in tall with a unfinished ceiling right now. And my payload is 10,800 pounds. Payload is what you can haul inside the trailer. I think the one in this video was 7 ft wide by 16 ft long with about 76 or 77 Inch Tall and a gross weight of 7,000 pounds and pay load im guessing is around 4,000 pounds or a little more. Payload is everything you haul - add in the trailer cabinets bed water Etc and you subtract from the payload weight. Or if you don't want to do that weigh it at one of the scales I mentioned for free so you're not overloaded and possibly tearing up things. I think they make a 6-foot wide x 10 foot long inside dimensions enclosed single axle cargo trailer. They generally make trailers in equal lengths for instance 8 foot long, 10 foot long, 12 foot long 14 foot and 16 foot single and double axles. And these single and double axle up to 16 ft links are generally 3000 lb gross single axle and the double axle is generally 7000 pounds gross weight. Then there all usually 8 foot wide inside x 18 foot long - 36 foot long bumper pull trailers and past that all the way through 52 ft long gooseneck and fifth wheel trailers. And these trailers a 4-cylinder all the way through a dually diesel and more can pull these trailers. Also depending on the gross weight, what you plan to tow with and how often you plan to pull it is what I would keep in mind too. Most landfills and rock quarries don't charge anything to weigh your truck and then weigh the truck and trailer together to get your figures and subtract to get your trailer weight. Just tell the scale you don't need a ticket and generally they don't charge anything. But don't go to the Department of Transportation scales that can be sheer Terror fines and harassment. Because you don't want to be overloaded it can lead to hard to steer - control, flat tires, not stopping, wheel bearings going out, more problems and even possibly Wrecking.
@robertjreiss20296 жыл бұрын
A very smart man. That would be one person to meet and just talk to.
@Nemo-yn1sp Жыл бұрын
So much knowledge and talent, it's inspiring but not readily imitable. I'm in awe.
@mikestone91293 жыл бұрын
Randy is a Nomad Guru, total genius.
@annewyatt90365 жыл бұрын
It's awesome Bob lead the way to making it acceptable for people to live in a dignified alternative way
@dianakamalamars83976 жыл бұрын
Randy is an amazing, imaginative, creative, capable, smart, man. Thanks Randy for sharing your vast knowledge & know-how with us. And thank you, Bob, for doing this interview.
@johnbergholm6 жыл бұрын
Randy, you are a genius. I admire the way you fearlessly take on any project.
@fudogwhisperer35906 жыл бұрын
That bucket water heater is awesome!
@jimbojptx5 жыл бұрын
Looks like Randy's got it Dead on all he needs is a wireless camera system and he's got it totally covered on my cargo trailer I have the 4 wireless cameras and I also have the same driveway alert system he has at least in the middle of the night with the night vision on the cameras I can see what's out there good job Randy
@joycebarnett58136 жыл бұрын
Man he has a complete rig in the van and in the trailer. That should be enough room. I like the washing machine. thanks for sharing with us
@Findingpeaceontheroad6 жыл бұрын
Great video..Very impressive! Randy has done a fantastic job with converting this basic trailer into a useable, livable space. One of the best I’ve seen.
@terisasam56044 жыл бұрын
I really like the video with Randy and how he has made for himself two options for living. I am still stuck in a house trying to decide how I want to live once I sell it. I still have to work because I am only 62 and have some bills to pay off before I can move forward with the rest of my life. I appreciate your videos showing so many options to choose from. Thanks so much.
@elenavaccaro3395 жыл бұрын
I know I am watching a year late. Please pass my thanks to Randy for sharing his ingenuity with the rest of us. Giving many, many great ideas.
@rebeccatreeseed4106 жыл бұрын
He sure had fun creating his space. I admire his setup.
@maryfrench52095 жыл бұрын
Super bright guy. Totally impressed with his creative ideas and talent. Happy travels Randy.
@JEFLeb357123 жыл бұрын
Nice guy, lots of great ideas, very functional. He has a knowledge of electricity that I don’t have. I’d struggle with the DIY project. Loved the security system and everything else I must say.
@PidasianHippie6 жыл бұрын
I love Randy's setup. He can sleep in the van or have a home base in the Cargo Trailer. He has it all figured out.
@chrissis1116 жыл бұрын
He's so ingenious. I love the driveway security system and the second fan system. Great job. Can't wait to see the washing machine video!
@JustJimJr6 жыл бұрын
Love this, I have a 7x16" cargo trailer. Not as well organized, but I have all the solar I could ever need. 4-6volt batteries made into 1-12volt supply with a 110volt inverter. 55gallon drum for water, collecting old Travel trailer parts. One piece at a time.
@jamesmoore33464 жыл бұрын
I have a 31ft dutchman in rough condition. I bought it a a doner trailer to build mine. I want to use the frame, shorten it to about 20ft and build my own trailer. Already got everything in the trailer, stove/oven, sinks and fixtures, refrig, even a big shower. The 31ft weighs over 9000lbs so it got heavy frame and axles. Even got new edpm roof ready to install. I just need to get to it, its slow recovering from BEATING stage 3 lung cancer Nd my house will be paid for in 4yrs. Good time to go see what all this country can show me, lol.....I had thought of a bus conversion but with a trailer I can pull it with my pick up and have the truck for day trips out sightseeing....yappers, that's the plan......
@drivethrupoet4 жыл бұрын
I'd like to see how MacGyver is doing these days. What an unassuming genius!
@Goodgrief78116 жыл бұрын
This guy is a power genius for all his comforts. I can see the pride he has for all his inventions!!! I think he should be a mobile electrical technician for RV living. He clearly has a skill he could make a living off.
@HighSpeedNoDrag6 жыл бұрын
He's one of those guys I have witnessed in the workplace that can build anything and fix anything, Mastermind.
@mikesjunk5 жыл бұрын
i dont comment on many videos but i just like to say you are the real deal sir. damn i wish i had time and actual motivation to be like you. my hero. this is awesome and has made my soul happy.
@wes29756 жыл бұрын
Outstanding job done by Randy on both his van and trailer. I find his set up to be the most interesting one that I have seen yet.
@btuc77485 жыл бұрын
Propane under the bed...ugh. I couldn't sleep a wink. To each his own. But everything else is awesome. Hes a thinker.
@chrismiskimen43686 жыл бұрын
You are herby called 'Handy Randy' Great job and I liked all your ideas. Gonna get started on my own cargo trailer set up.
@911dips54 жыл бұрын
Randy needs to sell that mini hot water heater. He is such a smart guy.
@jsavellano25 жыл бұрын
This man is a genius!!
@jamesmoore33464 жыл бұрын
Randy knows what works for him and he is living life on his terms, it don't get better than this!
@granniesroadtrekking92206 жыл бұрын
Bob I hope ya interview Randy in 6 months to see if he's come up with another ingenious ideas 🤪
@lorismith30726 жыл бұрын
He's certainly a handy guy.
@HighSpeedNoDrag6 жыл бұрын
He is very thorough to say the very least.
@brandell46386 жыл бұрын
Security? I'm gettin a prepper vibe...
@HighSpeedNoDrag6 жыл бұрын
Prepper? Not really and the guy has been around. I have lived and experienced life in very remote areas. If there's trouble, the Police are not going to be there quickly.
@paj66446 жыл бұрын
I have one of the same portable washer in my apartment and I love it it works great it almost spins the clothes dry I hang them up for about a half hour to 45 min and there dry....
@cindychurch9254 жыл бұрын
Hi Randy! Hi Bob! Boy, Randy, you sure have put a lot of great ideas and some creative thinking. Enjoyed the video
@zentierra78036 жыл бұрын
Wow! Except for the placement of his propane tank (that kind of scares me), his whole set up is amazing, and he did such a great job talking the viewers through the nuts-n-bolts of his build.
@attheranch8736 жыл бұрын
Interesting clever guy. I wonder what he did/does for a living. I’ll bet he had a blast building these up.
@WhstlblwrBlastingEpsteinsILK3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant. Good old fashioned ingenuity! Great video!
@victormashatt63584 жыл бұрын
He’s sure proud of that fan.
@dreuthomas67574 жыл бұрын
Randy your a badass! I am really impressed and not to mention really good at math!
@CBAmakingAusername2 жыл бұрын
Wow, very clever to be able to do all that work yourself. Good luck to you
@laurapietz46975 жыл бұрын
I just adore this guy....love the creativity and excitement he generates.Plan on emplementing as much of his stuff as i can. Brilliant problem solving.
@HM-uj6ud6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video and all the tips. Randy seems like a super smart and awesome guy!
@carmenroupp6536 жыл бұрын
awesome idea's , he has thought it all out and got every comfort of home on wheels . great job.
@JenMarco3 жыл бұрын
There’s some brilliant people out there
@FeMiNem-Poet3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!! Been looking for this... An inexpensive way to shower INSIDE!!!!!☮️
@jimhester3731 Жыл бұрын
Awesome build !!! He should do this for other people to generate some extra income.
@brianhernandez91646 жыл бұрын
Great informational video. guy has real wisdom on, cargo trailer living
@mikel51406 жыл бұрын
Excellent work and ideas. I will watch this one again and pay attention to more details.
@gameandskate4 жыл бұрын
Just don’t neglect to remove your sandals when the Boss comes around , Moses !
@EvieVermont5 жыл бұрын
This guy is great! Smart builds and going totally solar!
@nancysiemonsma96776 жыл бұрын
Randy, great work !! Are you an Electrician ? And I Love how you take into consideration the needs of your sweet dog !! Great Video Bob Wells
@christiandelorde84973 жыл бұрын
Simple, easy to move around in and around where you want to go. I like the simplicity of it.
@multidimensionaltraveler8063 жыл бұрын
I love that custom wire hook up for power from the van to the trailer. This guy has some brains and putting it to good use. Well thought out van and trailer build and being able to have them operate separately or as a unit
@dianalbodine43553 жыл бұрын
Omg, i cant believe everything that hes done, hes a frickin genius! Unfortunately most of us have no clue how to do all of that stuff but good for him!
@AK-ic1yj Жыл бұрын
Precious cargo!!
@Grambo19465 жыл бұрын
Wow, I bet he could design a trailer of the future, I'll have to watch the first video to see what his background is.
@CherylFlynn16 жыл бұрын
Ingenious. Brilliant. Nomads are incredibly resourceful, innovative and creative thinkers. Thank you for another well done video. I'm keeping CRV Living in mind for times I need something on Amazon. Supporting this channel all the way for what you're doing to help folks live better than ever.
@mrgregory1213 жыл бұрын
The black solar hot water heating bucket is great! Randy has thought of all comforts. Great job!
@ginastrachan76476 жыл бұрын
A MAZING! As a woman going on the road soon, I would so love all this. I too have a cargo trailer. 6x10
@Nomadahtous6 жыл бұрын
All I can say is WOW...nice job on set up
@wildchookMaryP6 жыл бұрын
He's got a nice setup, I like it.
@videomagictv64036 жыл бұрын
a very smart and creative man, love how he can tie his van and trailer together.
@victormashatt63584 жыл бұрын
This guy is just too smart.
@Twinjeremy6 жыл бұрын
I love how he separated his areas... not many people do that.
@rockwestfahl6 жыл бұрын
That is a very professional job.
@scottfranson4215 Жыл бұрын
Nice, I would like to see you latter if you do upgrades. I like the van & custom Home . Your free to live the life with a lot of resources . Seem like Good Person .
@glendanorman7816 жыл бұрын
Wow Randy! It is great!
@alittleofeverything4190 Жыл бұрын
This guy knows what's up
@RVFreeDa6 жыл бұрын
Wow, Randy you are so creative!
@coldplayer94033 жыл бұрын
This was so fun to watch.
@ExpediteTravels6 жыл бұрын
Wow what an awesome build that’s an amazing set up for one person I’ve often dreamed about building a cargo trailer camper for my daughter , wife and I thanks for the video guys
@kathleendittmer24476 жыл бұрын
Sheer and absolute genius! Wish I had Randy's amazing skills and abilities. Thx for the 4 fantastic videos, Bob!
@traceandtulu61306 жыл бұрын
Heck this dude rocks.... how awesome!!!! Well done
@dougbecker1094 жыл бұрын
Really like that tether he set up
@Nell46206 жыл бұрын
Wow - such impressive knowledge and skills - really amazing set up.
@corinnebrown69495 жыл бұрын
Love this guy and his great ideas. Come to Canada. I want to met you on the road.
@jeffspirdione81356 жыл бұрын
Man, he's got all the bases covered, and has not 1, but living spaces. I like the way he thinks.
@diannemccarthy86852 жыл бұрын
For the ceramics heater, it works better with free flow of air underneath and behind it through convection. Otherwise, great ideas.
@GospelTruth370596 жыл бұрын
The table was great!!! The ceramic heater and the bathroom all of it really :) Thanks for sharing Randy. Does he have a u-tube channel? Love to see the build for the trailer and or van or both .
@kennethworde8625 жыл бұрын
This guy has it going on! Don't quite agree with all but cannot argue at all?! He is correct on after market and marine products just made better check out marine AC
@unconventionalforager63896 жыл бұрын
Great ideas when I live off the land,
@mahdiomran63455 жыл бұрын
Thanks Bob 👍✋🌹👏
@princessOfblah6 жыл бұрын
Home sweet home! I want the table and I'm adding a motion detector to my Amazon wish list right now! Thanks for the great idea!
@tainoindian4505 жыл бұрын
This guy has a good imagination i like his water heater and allso the way he get power from the van to the trailer nice video
@yrankin16 жыл бұрын
Very smart and well thought out. Great job.
@rubyred88456 жыл бұрын
Simple, smart and functional well done Randy :)
@traceycook71365 жыл бұрын
I wish I could understand all of this ... I have that washer and it’s amazing
@IntegraDIY6 жыл бұрын
Holy cow this guy has all the cool gadgets! !! Diy hot water heater!?!?! Nice
@travelinman4823 жыл бұрын
This guy is very resourceful. He sounds and looks like he could be Jeff Daniels brother. Lol
@thebestisyettocome41146 жыл бұрын
Bob Wells, you're RTR was on Rick Steve, NPR today. They was chatting about this type of lifestyle. You our certainly getting well know. Good Day Elmer 👍
@debbiegoble98362 жыл бұрын
I have one of those washer/ spinner machine it works great. I use it in my apt. I have to hang to dry but I don't go to laundry room.
@tikitiki76105 жыл бұрын
Randy, you are amazing!!!!! hope to meet you on the road this fall.
@clubmike29106 жыл бұрын
I really liked this video, thanks Bob and Randy I think I am going to buy a cargo trailer and get building.
@TheREALOC1972 Жыл бұрын
My Gf and I rebuilt a 16' 1973 Shasta Camper I bought at an Estate Auction for $40 in 2019 during the covid lock-down. We both have Car Show Vehicles, I have a 66 International pickup hot rod and Gf has a 65 Plymouth Belvedere, We live in Jacksonville Beach but were traveling to Savanah Georgia, over to Pensacola and down to Daytona or Tampa 2 or 3 weekends a month plus we go down to Miami a couple times a year and it's a while lot cheaper to pull the trailer with a truck I'm already driving to the show and spend 420-$30 a night at a state park then it is to spend $150 a night on a hotel room. took us 2 weeks from start to finish, including having to rebuild the rear wall. We have talked about selling off the house and the vehicles and buying a new truck to pull the camper and living the Nomad life when we retire because she's orignally from New Mexico and I'm originally from Missouri and have kids and family in each state.
@REB656 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob. New sub. Have been enjoying your vids and Randy is pretty amazing 👍 Take care n God Bless ✌️
@OkieMikester6 жыл бұрын
I at first was in awe of his belly, but that trailer is amazing! Great build.