Converting my Cargo Trailer into an RV Camper!

[@04DynaGlyde]

Other than benge watching Sylvester Stallone in Tulsa. This is the second time in a week I've stayed late and watched a show back to back. And your language is clean. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 Haxman thank you, because your videos are great, you should do a teaching series. On diy tips and projects, chicken stuff, etc.

[@foxbodyford]

Thank you John C Riley for the practical build video.

[@HAXMAN]

Very welcome! Shake n Bake 😄

[@Edupion]

This man one day will be a big one on the DIY community I can predict that.

[@HAXMAN]

Very kind of you to say. I hope you're right! 😁

[@arkhamkillzone]

Diy is the best

[@Syed.S.A]

Cheap and genius benim bed idea. Excellent 👍

[@robertmoody2221]

Great idea for hurricane bug out cause here in Florida when you need to evacuate you literally can’t find a hotel room in a 400 mile radius. Thanks for putting the idea in my head starting on mine now.

[@exrhodie1234]

Fantastic build, thanks for showing. Man, I'm jealous of all your cool tools. Don't think I could attempt this with just my Skilsaw :( Look forward to watching the series. Great job.

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks so much! I know you could do it with a Skilsaw! Straight edge and a high tooth count blade and you're good to go. 👍

[@FernTheCamper]

Nice work!!! That's a lot to fit into 12ft, but with the right planning, you can do it! We fit three people, kitchen, queen bed, single bed and 'office' in our 13ft travel trailer... not quite as much as you, but it still feels like we have space! Love that you're showing us how good it can be and how you don't need a huge trailer to get everything a family needs in a pinch :-)

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you! That Happier camper you have is really nice!

[@FernTheCamper]

@@HAXMAN Thanks! We love it :-)

[@Chickmamapalletfarm]

I am thinking of doing something very similar. Been living in coastal Mississippi for 2 years and have gotten by so far without having to bug out. 🤞🤞🤞. Looks great! Nice job!

[@conversationswithadrianne]

When he said he couldn't bring himself to take down his daughter's note, and used that voice, that was so sweet. A father's love is so important.

[@lisabevans8107]

Watching again as we just got our trailer.

[@leem200]

You are really good on the detail. Hoping to take a used older cargo way smaller than yours but its only my husband and my little dog. Ours is 5 x 9, do not laugh but we are hoping to start on build soon. Lots to do first though. So am enjoying your video.

[@MrCountrybean3963]

I have enjoyed watching you build your trailer/camper. You are a extremely talented/entertaining carpenter. Keep up the awesome work and please add more videos on more projects, I look forward to the next one!🗜🔨🛠⛓⛏🔩⚙️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you very much!

[@RobertSmith-lw2bx]

I would make the holes bigger at the electrical outlets. You’ll have to change them out one day

[@FakeLegGreg]

Pretty ambitious build. It looks like you have a great start. Good luck on your project.

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks a bunch!

[@brianswezey724]

Tap that button with the B in it and check out my conversion camper, if you like log cabins, you will like mine.

[@TheTalleys]

Rad! That window is big! I'm jealous! We've got two smaller windows in our 6x12 conversion & they leave me wanting more

[@HAXMAN]

I was fortunate enough to have originally ordered the trailer to use as my office. Some things worked out well for the conversion. Thanks for watching! 😃

[@MsHappymail]

​@HAXMAN Hello; fantastic build! I am wondering if you would share the make or model of the trailer(or the manufacturer) so we could have a look at various models and price points. Thanks

[@jaxontucker1054]

I also enjoy playing catch with the air compressor

[@HAXMAN]

😄

[@craigfiander4080]

Maybe should have added some rigid insulation behind that plywood on the benches.

[@cmacrafton]

Where have your videos been all my life.

[@HAXMAN]

😄

[@FortWildernessRicky]

Very Cool... Great Build.

[@HAXMAN]

Thank you!

[@sheeshmcgeesh7441]

Hi @Haxman...Asking because I'm genuinely curious, not being a troll. At 6:20ish mark, why did you nail and screw the box for the seat?

[@HAXMAN]

I nail it to quickly hold it in place until I can drill and screw it together for more strength. The brad nail basically just keeps everything lined up and is faster and easier than a clamp.

[@sheeshmcgeesh7441]

@@HAXMAN oh okay! Thanks for the reply..this may save me a few cussin' words in the future!

[@doingitwithnothing]

Damn I like this build...

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks! I'm trying to keep it basic but super functional.

[@noahriding5780]

When you do this, how high can you go? Like for example... going under bridge overpasses, they aren't all really tall; some are low. So is there like a certain height that you don't go above for the top of the camper? How do you also make sure you don't go to heavy with a longer trailer and that you can still pull it without a truck? Thank you.

[@jonthepain11]

Beautiful GSD

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks!

[@dawnkangas2968]

Cool thanks for sharing

[@dulcecastillo5671]

Could you post the measurements for the dinette somewhere I would love to try this out

[@lovegoddess1667]

🤣🤣🤣😭🤣😭😭🤣 omg that's almost how mine looks. boxes and styrofoam and tools EVERYWHERE 🤣🤣🤣

[@Fly_Fishing_Fool]

I like the outfeed table on your portable SawStop...lol

[@HAXMAN]

😁

[@Sebastian-dx2xg]

Doesn’t hurt to have every tool imaginable

[@marymarmande8446]

Nice!! I see many people have the back as there " garage area"

[@HAXMAN]

😅

[@itstherightone5179]

No comments here. So far So good

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks!

[@emc2990]

Subscribe people so we get more! Incredible job on this build (I'll be watching and liking all of your videos after this). Also, thank you SO MUCH for actually listing the tools you use... extremely helpful and forward-thinking. I am curious though about the material cost of a build like this. Obviously, materials go for different costs based on where you are and how you get them, but it would be nice to know a ball-park cost before attempting a conversion build like this.

[@JBLynch]

What state do you live in? FL here, and also planning a bugout trailer build. Still haven't needed to evacuate, though.

[@jasoncardot2645]

Man, I gotta get me one of those Festool circular saws.

[@vieuxacadian9455]

Son save money , buy a skill worm drive and make 3 sizes of shooting boards for half the cost of a Fartstool saw.

[@stevenmarkeveys864]

I feel like it's a - I wanna have my sheet cuts look like pro c kind of tool if you know what I mean 🤔 🤣

[@hgj2019]

At 0:10, PRECISELY what I think when I open MY CTC.😬🤣

[@HAXMAN]

😂

[@hgj2019]

@@HAXMAN maybe re-shoot the side door so stuff falls out when you open the door.😝😷 At the end, it occurred to me that you might want to consider trying to convert the small area behind the back rests to storage. I know it is shallow, but it might be useful for thin items - pillows, books, shallow cooking pans, hot dog roasting skewers, maybe even fishing gear. Maybe?

[@HAXMAN]

@@hgj2019 That's a great idea! I definitely want to go back and tweak things. Every little bit of storage helps.

[@hgj2019]

@@HAXMAN 👍🏼😎 my CTC is a 6x12, so I know how precious space is!

[@sharkbait8574]

Where'd the screen door come from?

[@matthewpeterson3329]

He makes me laugh. He could be pulling weeds, it would be entertaining. The man knows how to KZbin!

[@notasheep1020]

What are the dimensions of the trailer and where can I order one?

[@michaels4626]

What brand cargo trailer is that?

[@tom_olofsson]

Did you consider using metal 2x4s to save weight? Just looking for input on my own build.

[@HAXMAN]

That's a good idea. I didn't really think about that. I'm just trying to do this as easily and cheaply as I can without adding a ton of weight.

[@tom_olofsson]

HAXMAN I love what you have done. The upper bunk was a bit heavy but it will surely not collapse. Everything is bomb proof.

[@HAXMAN]

@@tom_olofsson Thank you!

[@torenperkins]

Looks great I am looking to buy a 7’x14’ cargo trailer to convert what’s the dimensions of those benches?

[@vieuxacadian9455]

Make them to suit YOUR needs . You can make cardboard mock ups and see how and where they'll work best for You .

[@a.barker7792]

Why driver's side door? I get the convenience, but is the more too that decision?

[@HAXMAN]

I ordered it to use as a mobile office parked in my driveway. The way it sat in the driveway made accessing the driver’s side easier.

[@randomstuffwithjoe]

Cool build. I've never seen a cargo trailer with the door on the driver side. Did you get that custom made? They're usually on the passenger side.

[@HAXMAN]

Thanks! Yes, I custom ordered it that way. When I used it as my office in my driveway that was the side I had to access it by.

[@vieuxacadian9455]

Doors are normally on the ( sidewalk side for safety ) . You can get doors on both sides if Ya custom order it . You can get extra height as well . My 7x12 is 6ft 5 inches on the interior for moving refrigerators . Tandem axles come with brakes ( good idea for a loaded trailer ). Good luck

[@patricklondon6006]

With all those expensive tools, I'm guessing you do some type of wood working work for a living?

[@HAXMAN]

I did have a cabinet and furniture business for 15 years. When I sold my big industrial tools I bought nicer smaller ones for working at home. 🙂

[@MrOppie93]

Do you have plan for the table /bed . Like the size of the wood cuts

[@mehGyver]

What's on the walls and floor? Laminate flooring or similar?

[@HAXMAN]

Yes. It's leftover laminate flooring from my house. I put that on two years ago.

[@pinkconfidantp2me912]

Can anyone help me answer a question can you make an RV out of a regular trailer that you pull farm equipment with or are they different 🙏 and thank you

[@HAXMAN]

Yes, you can. As long as the trailer is rated for the weight you put on it.

[@pinkconfidantp2me912]

@@HAXMAN i thought so thank you so much 😊 you just made my day ☺

[@RandyDial]

Where did you order that trailer to use as an office?

[@HAXMAN]

Diamond Cargo

[@rachaelodell7815]

About to start on a conversion soon here. Are you in a 6’ or 7’ wide?

[@HAXMAN]

7' wide, good luck with your build!

[@landrydominic412]

you probably dont care but if you're bored like me during the covid times then you can stream all of the latest movies on instaflixxer. Been streaming with my gf recently =)

[@kabircameron1818]

@Landry Dominic Definitely, have been watching on InstaFlixxer for months myself =)

[@stevedunneback4560]

What brand/ manufacturer trailer did you start with? I have been looking for a cargo trailer with AC.

[@HAXMAN]

It's Diamond Cargo. I custom ordered it about three years ago. It was about a 7 week wait time back then. I've been really happy with it.

[@bronxtale1013]

Any chance you are in Florida and have the time to build out mine????

[@HAXMAN]

No. Sorry 😁

[@bronxtale1013]

Thanks for responding!!

[@jakebakethatcake7156]

What kind of saw is that at 4:37?

[@HAXMAN]

It's a Festool track saw.

[@jakebakethatcake7156]

@@HAXMAN Thank you

[@L.SPARROW58]

And just as he finishes it, a hurricane comes along and destroys it!!!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@skysappr]

Is your trailer short enough to fit inside a garage ?

[@HAXMAN]

No. It's over 9 feet tall with the AC. The length would be fine.

[@grantpritchard4641]

How do you title this? Camper or trailer ?

[@HAXMAN]

Trailer for me because I'm leaving it where I can take everything out.

[@Fight-t4b]

Anyone who See's this message you are so valuable and special to Jesus, he died for your sins so that they can be forgiven ,come to him as you are doesn't matter how broken you think you are , he loves you so unconditionally no matter where you've been and he knows you personally doesn't matter what you done he'll forgive and wait for you to come to him so he can give you rest no joke he loves you so much! I was spiritually dead wanted to die didn’t care about life ,I went through so much in life physically and mentally that my feeling became num in a way and I started seeking God and He found me he revealed stuff to me and why I had to go through certain stuff in my life, only to bear more fruit in my life ,I’m not telling people about Jesus because some pastor told me to or something else I’m telling people because He gives a peace that surpasses understanding 😔👍

[@Nas0388]

I wish I spent a lifetime acquiring these type of skills. I’m useless. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@vieuxacadian9455]

Bug out trailer with no Crawfish boiler / fryer ? Man that's just rude !