Problems On Our First Trip... Harbor Freight Off-Road Trailer Episode 12.

[@ranig2848]

You can add some jacks (like used on travel trailers) in the back of your trailer so you won’t need leveling blocks. 2x 5000lb jacks should be more than enough and are fairly cheap.

[@mrpogi3]

Those are used for stabilizing, not leveling

[@jasonh4167]

At my local junk yard they sell sisser Jacks from cars for 5$ 99% of them are new. I weld a nut on the end and use a cordless drill & nut driver, up/down zip zip.

[@bobbellew9240]

Also they stabilize the trailer. So when you're wife is fighting a bear in her sleep it ain't rocking all over.

[@kylancook3477]

@@mrpogi3 do you only ever use things exactly what they are labeled? 2 5k Jack's will work wonderfully to level a light trailer like this.

[@ranig2848]

@@mrpogi3 if the jacks have high enough rating they are good for leveling. The only reason that they tell you to use them for stabilizing only on RVs is because the jack or frame is under-rated (to reduce cost). If frame and jack are strong enough, they can be used for leveling (similar jacks are used to lift pickup trucks, so can surely level a tiny trailer)

[@3rd_gen_j]

There is nothing more important then getting your kids outside. I’m 53 and have taken my kids out dispersed camping from the beginning. They are all grown and gone doing their own thing, but they all still make time to get outside and enjoy nature. I have my parents to thank for that, and your kids will be thankful to you. Love your vids!! Keep doing what you’re doing!!

[@tyleraustin9914]

This series has given me the inspiration to build my own! I'll probably watch these videos 100 times during the process. I have an old camper frame I plan to use.

[@sacredshogun6325]

The same here. I am a self taught welder but I feel confident enough I can build it. I like the cool spring setup better than leaf spring.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Nice!!! I'm so happy to hear it! Don't let trailer manufacturers have all the fun lol

[@sandasturner9529]

I wanna try it too

[@fordboy4ever]

"What do we do when we go in a tunnel?" My thoughts were... no way is Nate's family going to holding their breath for 1.5 miles creeping through the tun... oh, yeah, honk. That's what you do in a tunnel.

[@cjjohnson3939]

Haha my thoughts exactly 🤣

[@dorsk84]

If any of you have seen Avatar: The Last Air Bender (the TV show not the abomination the movie was)...... 🎵🎵SECRET TUNNEL.🎵🎵

[@jasonjohnson4214]

I just learned about the holding your breath in a tunnel. I’ve always just honked. Being in a tunnel AND holding your breath is just anxiety waiting to happen lol

[@Bmxr1991]

??

[@mr.matthews67]

When the rain storms came your little girl looked like her life had just changed.😆 That expression was priceless.

[@senrusho]

I used to have that same model of Runaway. Towing that through that stuff is BRAVE

[@westernbackroads]

It got wider axle and bigger tires right after this trip

[@JustinTBraun]

Such a fun trip! The suspension on the trailer did so good! We will have to go back over sometime and explore some of those abandoned towns.

[@westernbackroads]

Count me in

[@marctrivelpiece3341]

I hear your voice and was like “I know that dude”

[@JustinTBraun]

@@marctrivelpiece3341 lol 🤣

[@sandasturner9529]

Same

[@TalsmaBRT]

Love seeing a Hummer H3 on the trail with you. Not too many of us out there.

[@offroad6309]

Good spaghetti was precious. Building memories for your kids , good for you guys. Glad to see how well the trailer is working and your plans for future adjustments. Keep enjoying my state.

[@DirtLifestyle]

It's so important to get this time with them! Glad you enjoyed the cuteness of my little lady lol

[@billwalker5883]

The tunnel scene looked like the beginning of zombie or horror movie. That stretch of land is beautiful. You have most every man's dream job.

[@aslkdfjhg]

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. I love it when people make something new with pieces laying around.

[@MahALOHAwaii92]

Nate you’ve come a long way from “this trailer sucks let’s fix it” 🤙🏽

[@LoudTechRyan]

Hear me out, Bad idea time. Instead of having spring suspension you have an airbag setup so when your on the trails you could come up with a way to articulate the air bags to level the trailer?

[@NB-yn7dv]

Very cool! For every shot of the trailer axle, I think to myself, “that thing needs a locker, oh nm.”

[@snicklefritzd3612]

Great stuff man. I like where your taking this series. Few things compare to quality time like that with the family.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thanks brother 👊

[@CBScale]

That’s so awesome you brought out the SCX24’s to relax as well! Those little things are a blast!

[@aaronm8694]

"Problems". Nope, these are solutions. All the best Australian offroad and 4x4 manufacturers and designers spend up to six months a year testing their new gear and designs, and making the changes. Thats how the best stuff is made and you are in the process of doing that. Cant wait to see the real finished one!

[@norcoredneck]

Great first run. Your daughter looked traumatized with the thunder/rain. Makin memories, that’s what it’s about.

[@jackiejoe8930]

Big slide sounds cool. Find the box / tubs that you want to use. Then build the slide.

[@jackiejoe8930]

Here is an idea on the leveling challenge. Find things that work well to level the gladiator. Then put some cheap air bags in the springs on the trailer. Only use the air bags to level the trailer once you have leveled the truck.

[@DirtLifestyle]

I've been thinking of going this way as well. I already have a set of helper bags that I didn't use on the rover AND this is a rover axle with rover suspension... should work!

[@robnobrc]

I agree! That's how I built my Jeep system!

[@mtromatore17]

It's 4:45 am.. I've watched every single episode of this build one after another. Amazing build. You really did a great job!

[@sevensenseification]

Oh man, that is so amazing that you can share this with your family.

[@LivingTheDream-RocklanderUSA]

This off-road trailer build came out awesome! 🎉

[@raftguy]

Such a good series for so many reasons! Building, experimenting, traveling, family, adventure. Your kids are very lucky to have a childhood that includes stuff like this. Thanks for the videos Nate. Great to see you outdoors again too.

[@RM_Garage]

Great job on the trailer Nate and thanks for taking us along on the adventure!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thanks for coming along!

[@ranak9534]

13:15 Your wife uses the front camera to see where the Jeep is going. You use the rear camera to see how the trailer you built is performing. Understandable. 😁. Great video

[@jjcross3280]

I have appreciated every video and every step in this series. I remember not to long ago getting my daughter out camping, she was attached at my hip. This year she’s 8 almost 9, We brought one of her friends, they wanted to sleep in the hammocks or in their own tent. As we were breaking down she said dad next time we might need two sites, but together so you don’t have far to go when you bring us breakfast! Enjoy that time when your kids are clinging on and need to be in the tent with you because soon enough it will be a memory. Thanks for sharing!

[@davethewelder1]

none of those ideas you have are weird. just been enamered with this build. congrats on trailer build. great to see family out there Atwell. looking forward to more episodes.

[@TROLLxBAIT]

That shot of your daughter in the tent during the storm looked like she was having Vietnam Flashbacks.

[@viteliohernandez]

I've been watching your channel for a long time and I'd like to say THANK YOU, for the videos and for sharing a moment with your family. The internet is a scary place to put out your most precious asset, once again thanks for sharing something really special like that, I was already a fan now I feel you appreciate my viewership. Keep up the vids, we're not going anywhere!

[@Rebel1280]

The kids at the end is exactly why im starting down my own journey like yours. My daughter, shes a child of the outdoors and I for one am glad to help her experience as much out of it as im able to. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@mathewkulczyk1645]

This trailer is just like any jeep/truck/ 4x4 build. You get it on the trail and USE IT. Then you modify it to better fit how you need it to function while on the trail. Great video with the family and the "maden voyage " of the trailer Nate. 👍 it's close to perfection and travels well on the trail. Congratulations!! 👍❤️🇺🇸

[@marctrivelpiece3341]

Stoked that you’re doing trips with Justin and Cassie. Followed him and then randomly ran into them in the middle of nowhere one day.

[@jonaskey]

I’m happy for you man. Your family will talk about these trips for the rest of their lives. And as always, great video!

[@TheBlackmunch]

What a wonderful way to evaluate your build, looking forward to the upgrades 💕

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you! More weird ideas in the works 💡

[@Natezoinks]

Flat surfaces while camping are gold! Especially with children. ❤️👍🏻

[@mauriceaustin3442]

I am in Montana myself. You got to see some beautiful scenery. It was fun watching your trailer work how you planned. I built a off road teardrop on a harbor freight trailer. Worked awesome. I am building a suburban right now as we have kind of run out of room in our Toyotas with our grandchildren. Hope to have it ready by the end of September. Enjoyed the video. Thank you for taking the time to make it. Maurice AKA BigSky Overlanding

[@johnroden3431]

The most important message was at the very end, grab your kids, get your keys and go on adventure! I absolutely love taking my family and friends camping, there is nothing better than all the planning and hard work paying off. I wish there was a way to share pics of KZbin I would post up my adventure trailer my wife and I have built here in KY until we can move out west lol.

[@tontwon900]

Just came across your channel on my feed randomly, After 2 minutes of watching I immediately knew you had something special. Your channel is by far the best content I have come across yet. I Have a 22 Gladiator Rubicon that I have customized personally being a welder and carpenter. I just purchased a trailer that is gonna be my project for the upcoming 23 deer season in Michigan. I love the ingenuity and awesome ideas that you implement in all your videos. I have a similar mind and I'm constantly creating one off items to make my rig that much more personalized, and purpose driven. Your editing is top notch as well bro keep it up!

[@sandasturner9529]

That propane tank mounted outwards of the frame got me like 😱🙏🛐👀

[@lafaina79]

This trailer series and the final product itself its just unbelievable. Well done sir.

[@danielsundberg1977]

Ur Gladiator and trailer set up look awesome together! Ur never gonna loose that orange trailer!

[@peterdebad1]

Glad that there were no mechanical issues. Sliders for storage are a great idea. Looking forward to when you come back to this build. It must be satisfying to use what was lying around and turn it into a useable vehicle for family time. Thanks for the series. This was how I found your channel. Have a great day! Peace!!!

[@etmccaus]

Great video as always. And boy, the look on your daughter's face in the rainstorm - absolutely visceral. 🙂

[@wilbobblehead2219]

My suggestion for the area of your camper you wish to possibly put a drawer slide in, in which I love your idea. My suggestion would use a two-tiered system. Double decker slide out drawers. Using the same mesh system that you used for your full down exterior table on your trailer. You can still put sides on them if you wish, okay maybe I would put sides on them. But using that material it would keep your system light, very strong. Also you wouldn't have to lock yourself into one certain anchoring points, giving you more options on how and where you store your items. Meaning you could use a mesh tie down system / or even just simple bunches. Using the mesh material as your drawer slide, you be able to have endless anchor points for your supplies. You can move your stuff around freely, from upper shelf to lower shelf, seeing how it travels, without having to worry about how to mount down your items, keeping them in one place. Anyway, that's just my lame idea. Absolutely love how you used a variety of materials, I believe this is probably one of the best offroad campers I've ever seen, no joke. That suspension system is amazing, I loved how it got all flexy out on the trail. Love all the other ideas you're coming up with. Welding out on the trail, now I've got to see that one. Keep us posted on what solution you came up with on your drawer system, very interested in seeing what you have chose. Blessings to you and yours, safe travels.

[@scratchnbell]

You have a beautiful family. Thanks for sharing. After all isn't this the reason we do all of this.

[@realbmoredrew]

Organization: look at the Black Bean trailer. They have a double sided tongue box with slide out box that would work perfect. Great series!!

[@tykesplace]

Very cool to see you in my area. Is this the same Jerry with the Tonka Jeep? The tunnel is a great experience. There used to be a skeleton in one of the cubbies that would greet travelers. And if you go fast enough it’s pretty good car wash. 😂

[@westernbackroads]

Yes it is

[@mikemorgan4670]

That was a really great preliminary wrap up of the trailer build. I am sure you will alter it in time to suit your evolving needs. Thought the table would be too high for the Misses. Lovely family Nate, God Bless.

[@robertkoch1327]

Add a Camplux on demand hot water system, awesome for doing dishes and a quick camp shower

[@kevinmeldrum1]

Dirt life + family life = a great time.

[@jasonjohnson4214]

I think you should manufacture a two drawer system next to the fridge. I think you could also build some double ended shelving that’s accessible from the back and the front.

[@nothingtoseaheardammit]

Airjacks tor leveling my friend :) You've already go the compressor mounted might as well use it.

[@mikebiron7339]

Watching Nate, Brad, Lite Brite, etc. has given me the realization I can't afford a new Wrangler or Gladiator with all the trimmings. No way. What I can do is breath a new set up on my XJ and bring it up to current from it's 20+ year old lift and outfit it to go overlanding. She may not have the gobs of room inside like a Wrangler, but the underneath is almost the same. First order of parts is on the way. New tires stacked up in the garage waiting. Needs a heater core and some minor mechanical buy overall the 4.0 is strong and I still daily it. 4x4 works perfect, and its only at 120k. I just might see you out there Nate! You and your team of KZbinrs have inspired me!

[@chuckieswickedgoodfab]

Awesome video Nate!!!! Love watching the evolution. Loved the part of the video where your Daughter says, "Good Spighotti" ha ha ha ha

[@KrokemOutdoors]

That trailer is a Beast, Nate. I look forward to seeing it tackle some snow soon 🤙

[@nwblackwolf6590]

Great job! Good ideas for storage. I am definitely going to build one. Best memories of my childhood was camping and hunting with my Dad. Keep making memories!

[@jadebrecks]

I put a rat pack in my work van. It was a massive upgrade having drawer system to store stuff and not have to unbury it to get to it. I think you would want something taller but the same concept would be nice.

[@mrmongo6722]

The next step of the organization of the trailer is definitely a must. The slide out would be the first thing and the second storage above the table would utilize that waisted space well. The suspension on it worked great out there on the trails and from the way you described it there is no problems on the freeways.

[@michaelharris1455]

My most favorite childhood memories are from camping adventures, and roadtrips. I never did have kids, but you can bet that if I did, I'd do this every chance I got. Thanks for bringing us along.

[@ernievilla0]

In addition to a drawer slide next to the fridge, I'd put a slide on top of the drawer/cabinet to make access even easier. Kind of like a truck bed slide.

[@maxmoore4315]

Great Video! I would love to take my wife through that tunnel. Glad to see great videos like this.

[@iamoutofideas13]

You with the family on the trail = best adventures ever

[@timcope6685]

Nate, looks a winner! great job! At the time of writing this I am on working a small project of making my own tail gate shelf, so yes you have given me inspiration to start doing these projects again! At 56yrs young I quit doing these projects because it was easier to just buy what you needed and mount it, but with inflation I feel the need to go back to my old ways and just make what I need . Thanks again Nate for getting me back in groove of things!!

[@greatsouthernoverland]

I started building a camper trailer when my girls started walking :D Its been 12 years now and the trailer has just got better as our needs change and I tinker:) So many great memories. We have really enjoyed your series. Make it yourself!!! Thank you for showing us your talents Nate.

[@aaronbridgman9920]

DIY full aluminum bed slide for the trailer.

[@SMGoertzen]

Home sick and just basically bing-watched this series and loved it! I may not have done everything the same, but I'm not the one who uses it. Great job!

[@autoglassmike]

Hello Nate great channel. What I like about your channel is you are extremely good at what you do. You back it up with a great attitude and good values. That’s why I watch with my 6 year old son. He loves watching the builds and trips. I’m just trying to finish my 06 econoline with the ujoint off-road DIY kit. And we have learned so much from you thanks buddy.

[@donfrea]

Brother that was a very great breath taking video. Idk if it was the sound track you used or the natural scenes but I actually got a little glossy eyed lol. Your video skills are amazing and the flow between scenes in combination with the music, pulled out some feels man. People don't realize how beautiful our planet really is, especially our country. I'm a southern man from GA I hope one day soon, I can purchase or build my first overland vehicle and experience more than just GA. I'm a trucker and I drive to a lot of places but never off road, outside of hunting family property here in GA. Been following your channel for awhile now and I'm enjoying your content.

[@RickBlacker]

Fantastic. I really enjoyed watching all your hard work. Looking forward to when you come back and add more. Very educational for me. I was educated in the fact that, I do not have the time, tools or knowledge to pull this off. I had thought about it, but after watching you, it's a much larger challenge than I want to tackle.

[@ezrakedem123]

Amazing content as always!!! Thank you very Very much for shearing man!

[@randyjohnson3712]

Great video Nate. Now I think I'll make a trailer to pull behind my YJ.

[@LukeEdward]

Large, 5th wheel style full pullout drawer in the back, WITH a copy above it, but that one is only a shelf that slides out. On the side, a similar port to the one on the right, but it also has slide out functionality. The back support is one side of the metal shell that encases the air intake filter, which also extends down to the floor of the trailer to have a small, locker type storage area that can be locked securely, and independently. But that’s just a few on my thoughts. You do you, sir, because it’s worked quite well for you so far, and you have far superior ideas and skill than me.

[@dg5240]

Pantry stuff all same side..next to table. Makes mealtime fast and easy 👌

[@solosaga5091]

17:23 SCX-24s Baby! EVERY off-road rig needs a RC of some kind. I think overall you had a great maiden adventure with the trailer. That's a big deal, imo. Congratulations!

[@1990notch]

Your videos are all very professional. Your fabrication skills are very good too and the content is great!

[@jamesdunn3508]

Awesome build. Thanks for taking us along.

[@Brent_Rolston]

Sitting in Manitoba watching this series. and gotta say I'm pretty jealous of all the trails and lands, and off road parks you folks have all across the USA, for doing this type of thing. Great series!!!!

[@dannyw7662]

I love watching the story till now from Canada. These guy's go to awesome places and lots of lakes to camp by.

[@kyles360]

That tunnel is wicked. 🤘🏾 love the family adventures.

[@seekerbeta]

hey nate, on my offroad trailer, we used a pair of pad style "implement trailer" jacks on each rear corner of the trailer to allow me to level my trailer super quick, takes less than 5 minutes when i get to camp, so i focus on the truck, and once thats done is easy. mine are removeable and mount to the fenders when not in use

[@danielmichalka2648]

Your battery droping to about 12.5 volts under load is normal for fully charged 12 volt lead acid battery. 13.5 volts measured after charging without any load on the battery is just a surface charge that will drop off in few seconds after putting load on the battery. If it stays above 11.5 volts until about half of the rated capacity is used up its good. (Hope this all made sense, english isnt my first language)

[@gatekeeperoffroad4252]

You should do hitch recievers on everyone with swing away drop jacks for stabilization the camper turned out 👍 👌

[@emtjc1986]

Good stuff. Thank you for creating this and sharing your family with us.

[@libertyauto]

I am digging that Hello Kitty rain jacket. A little envy maybe.

[@EvanMoon]

Coolest rig ever truck and trailer with two roof tents

[@derekbryant6137]

The cabinet module with the sliding drawer for your trailer is a great idea

[@aar510]

I agree, that I would love to see a after the trail series on what's mods and fixes you end up doing to the trailer. It looks amazing so far.

[@oneshotpete6.591]

seems not long ago that at 80% through the trailer build you announced you were done with youtube 😯… it’s awesome you were able to continue with youtube , and we got to follow the build until completion !!

[@stumpjumpper88]

Love the trailer build, the battery voltage on a standard car battery is 12.6 so the battery should be good and when you saw 13 volts it was being charged by solar. Either way always nice to have more power especially when you get a diesel heater and water pump setup going! Can't wait to see the progress!

[@chogg611]

A few Acorn nuts on those exposed bolts in the trailer interior space, might be a good idea going forward. Great build.

[@mattlyster8508]

I have a setup I made that fits neatly in a pelican case with a seaflo pump, and with water inlet and outlet points coming out of the case. The inlet hose has a weighted strainer to chuck into a creek and all powered by a makita tool battery so it can be at a stream away from camp. The pump doesn't seem to mind the extra voltage. Neat package, everything fits within the pelican case apart from the outlet hose.

[@g.e.t.l.o.s.t.]

So nice to Look, its Love for you and your Family. Thanks and greatings from Germany . Rene

[@TruFrag]

Id want to bring the battery count to 6+, Rollable solar panel and a 220v/120v box. Good power backup at home for power outages.If the ability to weld is something you might want, grab a Harbor Freight unit, rip it apart and build it into the trailer body. No need to rewire in an emergency and dont have to carry a welding unit around.... the trailer in the unit. Thank you for sharing!

[@nathan_lbz9806]

Here's my opinion. When you open the front door of the trailer, that right side that's like a junk side right now, you should do a 2 layer drawer system (stacked), with some dividers built in. One layer can be like everybody's clothes, the other can be tools, kitchen stuff, all other stuff. I think the door shock may have to be worked around, maybe you could move it to the center of the door somehow.

[@trentonbrown5175]

She decided to be purple. That was great hahaha!!!!

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol

[@nicholasworman3403]

God bless you Nate. You have a wonderful family. Thanks for the great build and for about a million new ideas!

[@Screwfly1]

It's been great watching you build the trailer, and I'm inspired to get building my own. But the payoff of family time is the gold.

[@DC-ok6bk]

Couple pondering ideas…. What if you had a step camber (like the type you can use to leverage up a trailer axle when you have a flat) between the axle and the frame to lock the suspension in a lift VS putting items under the wheel? What if you had an air shock in a disconnect setup where you can use that to level the trailer?

[@joshsmith4488]

I doubt I’ll ever do anything like this but I love the show

[@gregchatham3890]

Trailer worked awesome with reused shocks and coils. Hatch door on the right rear side of trailer with a slide out drawer might work. Sweet trailer!

[@Skiridr22]

Apart frm the battery I think the trailer is doing what you build it for tremendously, it was a great build.