DIY Crawler Hauler & Bugout Camper BUILD

[@crabbingclammingboatcampin4962]

My take on DIY campers is , if you get in it, it doesn't leak, you can stay warm and dry and get a good night's sleep and it looks good on the outside, you're good to go. Looking good. Be proud.

[@johncrane2276]

Plus it has a higher resale value and the damn things don't leak like camper trailers you got to constantly seal them damn things up it's stupid how they build them you buy a enclosed trailer you make it what you want it if you have the skill and you can do multiple things with it enclosed trailer that's what I love about that idea I can't wait to get one

[@j_rainsgoat3929]

@@johncrane2276 don't be fooled on your good resale thought. Usually you'll lose your arse on a home maid camper.

[@zachmiller9175]

​@@j_rainsgoat3929 based on your spelling and grammar I'm not surprised nothing you build is marketable. You realize "home maid" only means junk if you're incompetent right?

[@Toothless69420]

@@j_rainsgoat3929 well he said that 2 years ago, 2 years ago the market was alot different than it was today a couple years ago people would love to pay good money for something like this but now people just want to low ball you but when its made good its really a piece of art but people dont see that

[@hoamai2734]

Chicken fried rice

[@quadguy1470]

I'm so glad to see the entire community offering up suggestions instead of talking smack, at the end of the day the options are endless and only you can decide what is best for you and your budget. No matter what you decide be proud of your work, I think you've don a great job so far!

[@anniesneed4485]

NRG

[@anniesneed4485]

@@MJ-sq1qm m.h. .

[@howtogetoutofbabylon8978]

Absolute absolutely agree. Where's and helping constructive ideas are great. Negative nancys and Karens can go somewhere else.

[@dkr6617]

Wow, out of all the KZbin videos out on the net related to bug out, van life, hauling your toys this one takes the cake! My friend I absolutely love this build and you have every right to be proud of this beautiful work of art and so practical, so personal thank you for shearing! I will gladly give a thumbs up and subscribe because you sir took the time to share this ultimate utility trailer with us, Happy Trails

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you very much for the kind words. I really appreciate it! It was a fun and frustrating build. If I build another one I'll definitely have a lot more knowledge to work with.

[@joeyhooper6672]

​@@CodeBrownProductions what size steel did you use

[@johnwarner9869]

Space the bed about six inches or the height of the mattress and put piano hinges on the frame so you can Murphy the bed for more room and storage. Your project looks awesome and it has me motivated to start one myself.

[@Ejk2969]

An angled wind cover for your propane tanks would help secure them and add some storage space.

[@Dimage666]

I was thinking the same. A box that cover the generator and tanks would look good.

[@chaddesantis4191]

Wouldn't hurt a bit if it were lockable and bullet resistant, either.

[@ishechad5960]

Was thinking in terms of security from thieves as well😂

[@glenalexander1555]

Looks good, as long as it suits your needs that’s all that matters.

[@tommymadux3646]

Thinking the same thing. If it works for your needs then it’s perfect for you and who cares what people think. Plus save the money on buying something and make it your self. The. Spend the money on vacation and using the toys

[@dougrogillio2223]

I did all this in 2003 when I was faced with getting my camper & ATV's to the hunting lease, in one trip, 350 miles away. This was just before even toy haulers came on the market. Commercial campers are made of balsa wood & paper-mache. I settled on a 16' cargo trailer & I still use it. It has two beds with memory foam mattresses, HVAC, a 21 CF Fridge, 6' kitchen countertop, sink & outdoor cooking setup. The whole rig cost $5200 finished. I have put thousands of miles on it. Necessity is the mother of invention.

[@jasonthacker9884]

You should turn the bed into a murphy bed so you can make the frame it sits on now into a couch/storage area. In the corner across from the door put in a counter top with the fridge under it and set up a rack on the deck side under the one you already have for an outdoor kitchen area with like a grill and sink that can be put away so you can water to the kitchen for cooking and washing hands and stuff. Also set up an outdoor shower off the the driver side of the deck with some type of rack to hang a curtain. You would still have plenty of room for cabinets around the top. Just some ideas I had while watching but you have a great design so far just a few tweaks would make this thing amazing

[@wheatdevon]

I use to be the draftsman for H&H trailers, my father was the engineer for featherlite trailers. I suggest one thing. your roof needs to have alum to make a water proof barrier with drip eves. and glue and seal no screws.

[@ryanjoseph5576]

You could have given him the advice without being an absolute asshole

[@RichPianasOilPump]

@@ryanjoseph5576 THAT’S being an absolute asshole? Damn you people are sensitive now a days

[@tenncutt]

@@ryanjoseph5576 what was assholey about that? Just seemed like friendly, helpful advice to me.

[@rcash3625]

@@ryanjoseph5576 wtf? being an asshole how?

[@wild-radio7373]

Yeah... Raaar! Lol. Cool camper.

[@alcopower5710]

I’d build a fold down table (like a Murphy bed) to help keep an open space when not needed.

[@Jake2670]

or one of those pivoting mounts that swing out n come off too, lot of camper van ppl use em - can b homemade or couple companies sell em

[@juliapernicka2698]

Jake2670 a lagoon table

[@jeffmorga7111]

I THINK it's GREAT.. I would have tried the window shades, on the bottom, so they pulled up, that way no one can see in.. And you dont need to get down to see out.. I guess it would have both advantage & disadvantage..to the pull up aspect.. Looks great to me.. Putting more of you, and less money, has always been my choice.. Great work..

[@BlueCollarMafia]

You can use crown molding around the windows to have more of a landing then you can put qtr inch around the window to fill the gap but this is an accomplishment to be proud of.

[@pamm2230]

Think about designing the ability to put up a canopy over your Jeep/deck area. This would allow for shade from the sun or rain if needed or wanted. You might want outdoor cameras for security of the back area along with lights. You might also want a window looking out towards the jeep deck area. Great design for your hauler. Thanks for sharing.

[@BILLYRENK]

Great job! You should patent that design. Motorcycle/jet ski version, etc. Love it!

[@opusydaisy6563]

Would love to see the build. Maybe when we get back up to Douglas to visit our kids. I'm sure our boy would love this for his Jeeps.

[@thomascox474]

My recommendations for a bathroom is a bedside commode or a 5 gallon bucket with a seat lid. Either one cleanup is so much easier and less smell unless you spend the real big bucks for a composting toilet. Line with a trash bag and fill it with kitty litter. I'd also go mini split or window ac over a over priced inefficient rv rooftop model. Good luck with the rest of the build.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

I like to poop on the side of the highway like God intended lol

[@jamesborella4115]

This is awesome! I've never seen anything like this and it makes so much sense. I have seen things kind of similar but the cargo area is enclosed which would take away your outside deck capability. This is very well thought out.

[@richardocain8299]

Agreed 👍

[@rolandrockstarmega1299]

Love your trailer. Get a mini split. A/c with heat pump.can run it off your honda. Get the extended run gas cap.game changer. Diesel water and air heater would work well.

[@alanpalmer4143]

That's a nice looking bit of kit, looking forward to seeing the finished setup.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you

[@captaintlc]

With a lightweight frame and snap on canvas walls and roof you have the makings for a huge living area, Sweet setup.

[@jqedjohnson796]

I give you points just for doing it yourself. Then I give you points because it’s cool. Then I give you points for doing a good job. Happy trails

[@cryptowatch6622]

Right on

[@redwardstone3651]

Super simple addition: cover up those tanks/pipes. God forbid all that work you put in gets f’d by a rock or something

[@lvl3472]

or stolen put them in a lock box it happens way to often here in california

[@PerryChild4122]

Super cool, for the plumbing, I would get a rain gutter for the back and build a rain barrel catch with a pump sink leading to it so you can have a sink inside

[@DeadeyeLefty]

Cool build, thx for posting it. The reason you normally have a regulator at the tank in an RV or a boat is because the tank pressure is around 125psi. Downstream of the regulator is only a few psi. If you have a failure in a high pressure line, you'll hit the Lower Explosive Limit long before the ethyl mercaptan in the propane tells you there's a problem.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Very true

[@luciferofazaroth]

I would do low powered cameras for your blind spots on the outside of the trailer. So you can see all around you while you are in the trailer and not just the windows

[@biglo9889]

we have those on the limo buses i drive. those back side cameras are life savers. good idea.

[@JonathanBaileyn2u]

Great idea!

[@noloveinatl6530]

I thought the same thing just thinking ahead and being safe

[@ultra4suzukisamurai679]

Super cool! Add an awning off the back over the trailer for a covered deck!

[@CodeBrownProductions]

I plan to add a 270 degree awning that covers the deck and the door of the camper. Can't wait!

[@nomex1996]

Love it! I am starting to look at how to haul and spend the night with my ground up restomod 1949 CJ3A - M38 #SnugglesTheJeep Stealing some ideas. Thanks!

[@garyaaron8425]

This was awesome and thank you for sharing. I go to Moab frequently to camp with my kiddos and this was pretty neat. My only two suggestions are: protect the propane cans/lines inside and out and for the windows/door trim utilize vinyl trim and build a ledge-ish for the winows...easy to bend/glue and paintable. Good luck and can't wait to see more.

[@stevehei8035]

May I recommend a Diesel Air Heater which you can get on Amazon for less than $150 and only needs 12v to run the blower and glow plug. It is made for campers and big rigs for comfort heat. I use mine to run a 10x12 greenhouse.

[@gen157]

The box reminds me of a sleeper cab for a semi. All the correct angles for that sort of thing. Nice build.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Yeah it kinda does. So far I really like it.

[@RC_Trailblazers]

I can't believe I haven't found you sooner, I've looked up so many videos, Bug out related, Camping, Hauling, You name it I've probably looked it up. You have literally done what I'm currently working on doing and I'm pretty stoked to see your outcome! I haven't watched your other videos on this build yet, But I'm going to check them out right after this video.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

You might not like my latest video then lol

[@paulkravitz4306]

Move the ladder to the curbside and install a camper awning on the back.

[@contrabassbob]

Slick! Maybe have a way to have a canopy over the Jeep part in case it's raining so you can sit around.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Check out my next video lol thats exactly what I'm building..........but with a useful twist!

[@zamira08]

Like a retractable awning connected to lip of the roof

[@CodeBrownProductions]

New video posted, see if that works for ya lol

[@mattbrodacki4980]

Like the modular idea.. be really slick to add tanks onto cube and just lift on and off w forks when wanting cube.. great setup

[@NoHandleNameScrewTube]

I have been building one also after converting a fifth wheel to regular. The tips on weight and windows wow thanks! That is a beautiful sleeper and hauler! Multi-purpose is so awesome

[@whaumbatt]

If you haven't already, I would invest in an Equal-i-zer anti sway hitch. It will add to your safety and comfort. I would also see if there is a retractable awning that would fit your rig. Maybe have one on the door side and one in the rear. Also look into either shocks or Sumo springs for both your trailer and tow vehicle.

[@shenanigansofmannanan]

My only suggestion bud, is to put some sheet aluminum on the face of your sleeping cab to reduce wind drag of that bed-liner coating. It won't hurt you in short runs, but could add up in lost mileage and fuel costs for longer hauls. Otherwise, as a journeyman carpenter and fabricator it looks like a winner to me! Enjoy the benefits of your hard work!

[@timwegman5776]

Regulators mount up!!!! Gotta be handy with the steel if you know what I mean to earn your keep. It was a clear black night, a clear white moon Warren G was on the streets, trying to consume some skirts for the eve, so I can get some funk just rollin' in my ride, chillin' all alone Sorry all the talk about the regulators I just couldn’t resist the urge lol. Dig this trailer though I mean totally dig it. I don’t do much rock crawling but I would love to especially if I owned this. When I was younger and raising my boys we did a lot of riding (dirt bikes and quads) and I had a 14’ covered trailer that I always day dreamed of converting it into a sleeper but we already had a travel trailer so it never went anywhere but a dream. Glad to see you did it and thanks for sharing it with us.

[@metalman69201]

Looks Great!! Even the most simple projects can be very time-consuming because of all the planning and you have to think quite a ways down the road kind of like your steps being wider than your door. My buddy used to say if you think a project will take two weeks you need to double that and then go to the next unit of measure so a two-week project will actually take four months. Lots of truth to that statement!!

[@startowingandrecoveryllc6358]

🎯

[@mrvwcastner]

you can add a bat wing awning over the deck and a stand up outdoor shower that mounts the water up top to heat from sun/solar.

[@BillSias-op7xw]

Very nice; to trim inside windows, get pool noodles and cut in quarters or thirds cutting the diameter then stuff in the gap, glue in, paint to match.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Not a bad idea.

[@chelseajoyce5135]

WHAT a professional build, God blessed your hands young man, I would just like to mention to anyone new to welding, to disconnect the towing vehicle from the trailer when welding, in order to protect your alternator, from a power surge while welding, just in case anyone did not know, it can be hard pushing a vehicle and a trailer at the one time guys, take it from me and I am a woman,

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you so much for the kind word and bits of advice. I really appreciate it!

[@jeffreyharville1918]

A suggestion for your concideration, make a fold down table/cat walk that is level with the bottom of your door. As a table it could be used outside for whatever you wish. As a cat walk you could go from inside to the bed of your trailer without having to step down to the ground. My thoughts on the fold down is to make it like the seats from an old military duece and a half, with several hinged legs to match up with pockets on the FRAME of your trailer.(At an angle)

[@preppermcprepperson]

Hell of a job so far. I’d rethink the black color. It does look cool but I bet that’ll get really hot in warm weather.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

It was by far the best route as I wanted to use the bed liner for the external for its durability, and obviously didn't have a choice in color. I also really love black, my jeep and my truck are both black. Last reason was I really want to do winter camping and its mostly cold where I go so black works out. Plus with the amount of insulation I have on it I think it will be able to offset any heat gain from the color I get in the summertime.

[@jonathanbrowne7138]

@@CodeBrownProductions check out DuraBak....at least consider painting a lighter color....you’ll bake in warm weather with the black exterior.

[@JonathanBaileyn2u]

Possibly the "dip my car kit" to experiment?

[@jimmydafish]

What about painting at lest the roof white. And or a 1/ 4vway down the sides. Angle it like the front angle?

[@preppermcprepperson]

I live in Texas so half the year it’s hotter than balls, that’d be my focus. Not sure where you’re at. Either way, hell of a build. I’ve been looking at toy haulers to get out with my side by side. I bet yours is about as cozy and at least half the cost.

[@MrJacobmetcalf]

Thanks for sharing all of your successes and mistakes of the work

[@sammyfuckinmurray]

Very well thought out, keep doing what you are doing it's coming together well. When you are pushing this much innovation, small mistakes will happen, don't let it get you down because this is going to be one heck of set up, I can already envision it.

[@ShaneZettelmier]

That’s pretty awesome. There’s a ton of space above the hood of your jeep when it’s on there, you could have even put a bed that extended from the camper out and sat right above the hood of the jeep and giving yourself a bunch more room. You could even punch a piece of PVC through there, 3 or 4 inch and fabricate a little tiny 12 V fan that could run off of your batteries and have a screw on cap that would weather seal it. I would do a couple of outside lights and maybe even some kind of rear hatch so you can go straight out the back to get to your trailer deck, that way if you were parked in the snow or mud you wouldn’t have to walk in it to get up on the deck. Then I might do some kind of awning over the deck you could even have something that attached to the ramps when they are up that would hold the other end of the awning and cover pretty much the whole deck. Also maybe a little barbecue or something on there that could hang off the side and be out of the way. You could also put some kind of removable bench seat over one of the wheel wells in case you had people hanging out with you. And I would try and do some kind of solid anchor mount behind your toolbox to connect a winch to in case you break something and have to winch the jeep up on the trailer. A couple lights outside would be cool and an electric pass through in case you need to plug something in when you’re on the back deck. I would consider making your generator mount removable, something you can quickly pop off so you can put it on the ground. The vibration isolators will help but if you’re trying to sleep in there it might still be a pain. If you just had something with a lock on it that you could quickly pop off and just set it on the ground leaving it connected that might be something you’ll really appreciate later. Lol. There are a ton of possibilities. I would also consider an outside shower on the side, you can get little propane water heaters that work really well, maybe some steel plates on the deck in case you break something on the jeep I need to work on it you could get a couple jackstands on there and be able to get under the jeep and be on the trailer to swap out a you joint or something instead of having to lay in the mud to wrench on it. I’m sure you’ll just keep adding on to it over the years as you use it. For your water if you could just do a portable tank system and put it in the back of your truck when you’re using the trailer, you could do an electrical connector to run a little pump or whatever but just keep a water tank in your bed. You could just have a second module that you can store the rest of the time but when you take the truck in the trailer out it could just pop in the back of the truck.

[@T_gaming28]

Jesus this is such a long comment took a while to read

[@ShaneZettelmier]

@@T_gaming28 Well thanks for your input their Karen. What would we do if people didn’t come and tell us our 10 month old comments were longer than they’d like. 🙄

[@dencrepeau]

Nice! Built a camper out of a cargo trailer years ago, before "tiny houses" were fashionable, so I know what you're going through. You've done a good job with not only the build, but with the video too. Like how you intersperse pics throughout while you're talking... really good job. Thanks for posting!

[@vroddestroyer300]

I am glad I found your channel. I am beginning a build like yours using a 14 ft. dump trailer as the platform. Building the bug-out part on a skid that loads and unloads . Your build has given me so much information and I really appreciate your hard work. Well done!!!!

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you!

[@timsmith5032]

Really cool build and it looks like your attention to detail is very high. One thing I would suggest is changing your position on regulated vs non on running the propane in. I understand the desire to have each accessory run on it's own regulator. But in reality, they probably all operate at close to the same pressure anyway. Most propane accessories have an operating pressure of only about 1/3 PSI. While the tank itself, on a warm day, could exceed 150PSI of head pressure. As you set it up, it will work but if you put the regulator outside and run the accessories with their regulators removed, it will also work, as long as they have the right operating pressure given to them. But if you have a leak on a hose inside the cabin, at tank head pressure it will leak propane almost 500 times faster than at operating pressure.

[@marcelpotter7424]

Awesome set up! Maybe weld up a light frame around rest of deck weld some eyelets on the legs and you can throw a store bought tarp over it and bungee it down-great protection from sun and wont fly away in wind-keep up the great work!

[@mikeanderson8939]

If you can't find it, design and build it yourself. This is how business start-ups happen... out of necessity. Thanks for sharing your journey!

[@mannihh5274]

Nice build, but lot of work and certainly quite some money. I live in Germany, here the car's registration tells you the weight you need for the hitch - usually it ranges from some 100-200 lbs. Never heard of a car with 800 lbs on the hitch. You are absolutely right about a trailer beeing a death trap if not properly balanced, so please check again. Healthy and successful new year 2021 for you, your family and all your friends!!

[@CodeBrownProductions]

I own 1 Ton diesel truck. The max tongue weight that its able to carry is 1500 lbs. Ive also added an airbag suspension for increased towing capacity and stability. I love my truck lol.

[@mannihh5274]

@@CodeBrownProductions Wow, that's a very impressive capacity ! I'm curious, do you need a class A commercial licence?

[@akam3317]

Very impressed with your build. It’s actually given me new ideas for OGL options, thank you and congratulations!!!

[@GENECARP]

Get some aluminum trim coil in black, cut a strip, 2-3” wide, whatever you need, it will bend around your window interior and finish that edge off..

[@jamesbennett8599]

Sweet you could heat that ol boy with a candle looks nice and cozy.

[@kayejaye261]

Looks great. Good suggestions in comments answered some of my questions. Think idea for aluminum roof b good idea. Look forward to future vids.

[@mixflip]

Very cool. Everything you need to survive comfortably in remote locations.

[@williamharbuck8575]

@John Peter have you lost the ability to speak friend ??? I know numbers you can call to talk to a human once again and pry that face away from that cellular device/ PC/ whatever made you forget people talked face to face before the interwebz. Some say it was a more simple time....

[@pinheadlarry9495]

@John Peter lol you're right lol. And why did this guy spend so much money while he was trying to save money lol, like anyone could have built that much better and far cheaper

[@pinheadlarry9495]

And for the original comment, I dont think this guy put much thought into "survival" for the reason he built this monstrosity. And really? That's not even necessary for survival or comfort. So. Maybe you need to get out more? Idk, you seem very naive

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Ahh yes the classic keyboard commando Proudly serving in his mothers basement since graduating high school with a GED. Thank you for your service Sgt Pinhead.

[@pinheadlarry9495]

@@CodeBrownProductions That's what you want to believe about me. That's because something I said rang true, maybe even poked a nerve, got under the skin, and you don't want to believe that there's someone with a shred of intelligence that doesn't think highly of you, your decisions, or your projects. Instead of choosing to laugh it off, or even point out how I might be wrong, you lower yourself to make lame insults a nine year old could think of to save face. But really, you know that what I said has merit. Obviously. So go ahead, dismiss me, use whatever descriptive insult you want, something that will stave off your bruised ego and satisfy your overdeveloped self-consciousness. It doesnt change the validity of the things I said. It doesn't change the fact that something I said goaded you enough for you to come back "swinging." I hope these things fester in your mind, make you realise what kind of wasteful and useless worm you really are.

[@patlsmith404]

AUsome! I’d love to have that sweet cabin. ❤️

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you!

[@camerongarcia3128]

Speaking about the fridge/toilet, I’d reverse their position. Unless you like the smell of a active toilet and the odor it produces, switching the fridge and toilet would be better in the long run

[@yardsausage]

this just now popped up in my recommended and i just noticed its 2 years old..im sure by now you have completed it and have had many wonderful journeys it it..great job.

[@thatfuckncarey]

I’d like to see a cover or shield for the tanks, so that there is n risk of anything kicking up from the road and damaging the tanks and out of the direct sun/heat. You could also mount a fold down table/work bench off the side which can fold down when you are parked.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Yup, way ahead of you lol

[@jasonsodyssey]

Awesome build. I would recommend using some pvc sheets, you can cut them on a table saw and bend them with a heat gun to match the curvature of your windows to hide the insulation. After that you can install your windows, trim, and caulk.

[@manuelester7420]

I was going to do that in my safari van, up until I heard that PVC plastic let's off a poisonous gas. V.O.C's It's even worse in a black vehicle because it off gasses more when it gets hot.

[@jasonsodyssey]

@@manuelester7420 well shoot, I didn’t know that. Good looking out.

[@jasonsodyssey]

@@manuelester7420 maybe some good ol 1/4” steam bent cedar strips would do the trick.

[@manuelester7420]

@@jasonsodyssey I love cedar in the van, because it repels many different types of insects and it's mold resistant.😃👍

[@OoavastoO]

Could he also use a second set of (good used) RV window frames, cut to fit the gaps in his current windows? It would give a factory type finish but not sure how fiddly that would be to cut and install. Probably totally not worth it financially either, if he has to buy them new. 🤷‍♂️ Just spit-balling.

[@Sir--gx1wv]

Perfect job! I personally would build a cage around the propane tanks that can quick realease with clips. Again great job!

[@meciepascoe3250]

Good job it looks great as for your solar batteries later I would stick them in the WeatherTech box when you get one and you can hang your shovels chains and other stuff on the wall the generator idea is great I like how you put the rubber underneath the mounts to keep the vibration down good job

[@ianhopkins8948]

This is a seriously impressive build my friend. Be proud of it.

[@miguelcardoza4396]

Awesome build !!! Proud of you for making it come to life!

[@CodeBrownProductions]

You and me both!

[@uribefamilia1991]

Nice nice nice, what a good idea to make a little camper on your trailer nice job, good for long drives, or even camping

[@ronhanish]

put an aerodynamic cowling cover on the front, make out of fiberglass?? hinge it at the top with gas shocks to open when parked ! very cool !!

[@branonjohnson8617]

Looks good dude! Theres a company up here in the attic (Canada), that builds these. Right around 20k to buy... Thats about 15 bucks American

[@GradiorDignus]

Who build stuff like that

[@RV_Chef_Life]

Looks great, my only suggestion is try to find things used. I’ve been traveling and full time rving for 4 years and RVs are like boats, parts cost twice as much. If you are lucky, you might find an rv salvage place that sells used items. For bug out situations, I highly recommend a composting toilet. For can build them for $15

[@marcosbares4967]

For your window trims, go to a body shop that specializes on commercial units/RVs, have them build you frame you can slide into your openings, and rivet, screw, glue on. Here in Tampa, there's a place called All American Sleeper Cab, they can make your trims, with an outer lip. People at the service department at truck dealerships, Ryder, Penske, etc, can guide you on where to go. Best of luck.

[@bryant8635]

Really like this. I am surprised more commercial companies don't make things similar to this. Looking forward to the final iteration!

[@victordominguez9860]

You Yay living under a rock because a lot of smal companies that build campers have done this

[@johnodell2074]

Build a hinged step like ladder that folds up to just under the window of your door that would also act as a lock to keep people out when parked and not in use or if you leave your camp.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

So far that's what I was thinking as well. I just need to design it so it looks nice.

[@MrJoey1570]

What a good idea!

[@dvoz9023]

Love the build! You asked for recommendations and I have 2. You told you use a buddy-heater and that's fine, but I'm not a big fan of it. Better look into a diesel, or even better a propane heater. They don't poisen you with carbon monoxide and they don't create moisture inside. If you choose to use the buddyheater PLEASE buy a carbon monoxide and smoke detector. Just to be safe.

[@mikel9567]

You're an idiot. Carbon Monoxide is created from combustion. Any combustion heater is going to create Carbon Monoxide, be it Diesel or Propane fired. The Mr Buddy he has is propane fired by the way. You can certainly use them inside. CO detector mounted low, window cracked for ventilation and you will be fine. They are designed for interior use and have O2 sensors in them. Moisture is created from the heat difference. Not from the heaters themselves. This is called condensation. Good insulation and proper ventilation will prevent condensation. The heater type has nothing to do with it. Educate yourself before you post.

[@JayshaunPatty-wf8pq]

This is so cool man. This type of build would be great a great idea for guys that hotshot on the highways. Great video man

[@alpharemoval2046]

Wow.. you literally built this how I planned for years. Thats WILD and also amazing

[@CodeBrownProductions]

It's fun, do it!

[@alandowney4458]

Do a fold down table so when not in use just fold hit up out of the way. Nice build

[@zach1258]

Definitely need to install amber clearance lights on all 4 roof corners, the DOT will ticket you for not having them

[@Cp3659]

Just throw two straps over it and act like you are hauling it.

[@jonhubbard5787]

Honestly you ( 99%) cant cheaply build something as small as practical as these camper companies. I think itd be better to buy a cheap pop up camper to throw on the front. Everything is ready to go, and you can utualize the full trailer if need be. I'm still going to sub and follow the build. Keep it going my dude

[@danielhannigan3299]

You could get roll out insulated tarps to create a shelter on your deck for cold days.

[@offgridmangogrower]

I want to see some recycled slide outs....keep that pro file while trailering but more comfort when at rest.

[@johncrane2276]

U did a great job I'm impressed

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thanks!

[@evanbrown9172]

Awesome camper slash toy hauler couple ideas maybe is batteries I would keep inside for heat/cold and far as steps maybe get them off old camper and mount them under fold type but other than that awesome build and great ideas towards my own

[@biglo9889]

really nice set up. even the deck space when the jeep is clear. all you need bud.

[@80rew]

Should have done a fold up bed that folds into the back wall so you can put in a booth type dining table

[@joshsmith4488]

Sweet idea

[@IronGordon]

By far the best diy crawler hauler in KZbin. Good job man!

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you!

[@michaelreis7010]

Don't listen if there is negative comments , you've done a great job better than most people could do and it's what suits you not anyone else. . Also if something isn't right you can change it as you see fit.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you! I would say 99.9% of all the comments are really good and helpful ideas. I've only had maybe a handful of trolls comment. I decided to go this route because I like building things and like you mentioned, I can fix or change whatever I want lol

[@scottkissee1880]

Life is a trip!!! Then you take one !!!! Your on your way to HAPPY CAMPING YOUR DOING A GREAT JOB.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Thank you!

[@GeorgeWMays]

Really nice. You can see the thought and care that has gone into this project. Good luck; hope it turns out just the way you want. Appreciate the video.

[@rileyshields6395]

Use glue on veneer that matches your inside siding, you could also buy wood grain tape from trailer manufacturers

[@Tk_693]

I’m so ready to do something like this for on a gooseneck set up.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Do it!

[@damonbruce2820]

Probably already said , but I would get a hinged system bed (probably couldn’t have that large mattress) that could stow away on the wall for more internal space when not in use. Ideally it would have a steel hinged base with legs that also kicked out to help with support with locking pins. Bad ass design.

[@CodeBrownProductions]

I thought about that for the bed but went with this cause it was simpler and stronger. Now I can just jump into bed without having to set anything up. Also the bed doubles as my seating area during the day.

[@tianjohan4633]

Hm if you scrap the bed as it is and scrap the upper cabinets you could do a pull down bed or the electric lowering euro bed. That way you could have a lounge area with a coach or even a diner arrangement so you can chill inside in bad weather, eat dinner at the table, play a game of cards or edit your videos. I think you even got space for a workbench/cooktop/countertop opposite where your bed is now. When evening comes drop down the bed via pulleys and go to sleep. Next morning, heist the bed up and you got an entire living room. Don't clutter the camper with cabinets. Bring only what you need in plastic containers rather then cabinets that eats a lot of real estate.

[@davidedward3725]

Maybe you could make a step that hangs off the stake pockets of the trailer, looks good though!!!

[@pilotfish_3608]

This is a really cool trailer very practical but one thing i would recommend you do is add some storage cabinets above the bed for small Knick knacks

[@MIKEH.777]

If you want some ideas, 26" steps just center the door, the generator you could put in the truck box on the deck with your batteries and drill some holes out the back of the box down through the deck and to the front and in because you already have the holes up front, and make jam extensions for the windows and the door out of your paneling and glue them in or fasten them how you put up the panels on the walls, You are doing a fantastic job building it I love how its looking it is awesome thank you for sharing and God Bless you and your family 🔥💯💪🏼👍👍🙏🙏✌

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Those are all really good I ideas thank you! I'm gonna have to do some more research on them. I really need to make the steps tho lol

[@SamCyanide]

That's interesting, but now you don't have as much room to take the wheels off if you end up getting big tires that stick out too far. For my setup I currently use an ambulance as my tow vehicle which has the rear converted to an RV that I did. If I were to use my pickup truck I probably would have just went with the truck bed camper to not waste room on the trailer. I guess if your situation is that you're towing with an SUV or something this is a pretty good idea

[@Ra5tadub]

Cool build! Two recommendations for you after watching: Since you have carte blanche to put an A/C wherever you want, I'd go with a "window" mount A/C unit in the rear of the camper, as they are roughly $500 cheaper than the traditional RV roof mount A/C's. As for entry steps into the camper- look into brophy or torklift "scissor" steps that are big in the truck camper world. G/L with the build!!

[@billcawthorne3114]

Ra5tadub I agree with the window mount AC. Roof mounts tend to snag on trees!

[@teatonaz]

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[@pebblesthekat]

I agree on the Window unit and if it fails you can quickly buy a replacement almost anywhere.

[@SOEtacticalgear]

Pretty cool. Inspires me to get back on my cargo trailer build out

[@CodeBrownProductions]

Holy shit SOE commented on my video. I love you guys! You guys make some amazing gear! Thank you for the kind words.

[@1965GAL]

It looks awesome! You could make a sky light up there too for more light under the solar when you get them.

[@michaelhardy2803]

goal zero yeti 6000x lithium portable power station 200w solar 3 plants goal zero no need gas to power your air fryer Grill