Home Built Truck Camper 2.0: Full Tour

#endgamecampers #diytruckcamper
In this video I discuss and provide a full overview of my completed Do It Yourself - DIY home built cedar truck camper. Thanks for watching!
This truck camper incorporates a number of features that I believe make it a great off grid truck camper platform / overland vehicle / camper option for exploring the backcountry in comfort. This includes a robust enough solar and battery system that can run an ac unit without shore power off-grid.
I hope this inspires many of you to be creative, learn new skills, and to build something! Most of these skill sets would be applicable for other build outs for van conversions , RVs , and box vans.
This camper would be the perfect little log home on wheels for a nomad too. Thanks for watching!
Disclaimer
I’m not an engineer or a professional - consider me a moron. These videos are for entertainment value alone and are not meant to be professional advice.

[@evilcam]

It's only 800 lbs dry? That is definitely phenomenal. The foam construction, ceder sheathing, power system, window coverings, and simple plumbing design are all spectacular. This is one of the best builds I've seen so far, home built or factory or otherwise. You did a lot of stuff I wanted to do when I build my own, but your methods are proven because you built this wonderful camper already. Kudos, and respect, to your skills, ingenuity, dedication, and workmanship. You've built something we all can and should aspire to.

[@dmason8078]

Thanks!

[@kendellharbin]

Someone give this man an award. I've looked at far too many 'tuck cabins' to count.... and this one takes the cake!

[@kendellharbin]

Gosh I am beside myself. Well done! Thanks for sharing!

[@bdmenne]

He is darn near the Henry Ford of Camper-toppers of our generation. A camper, the Masses can understand and access.

[@srh1101]

That is a superb build and the fact it's handmade really makes it distinct from any factory built stuff you see. I've really enjoyed following the build

[@USMC-1833]

Awesome idea on the windows in controlling condensation. A lot cheaper than buying Dometic double pane windows. Plus, you can keep the light out if you happen to be sleeping during the daytime.

[@TheSecondWitness]

In 1988 I dreamed of this idea, long before these were ever really imagined or built. Made of wood, on the back of a pickup truck just like this. I remember my mom laughing at my idea. I was just a kid and she thought I must be crazy. But I was just a little ahead of my time. And you have proven me right. This is a beautiful build! Congratulations.

[@jerryf609]

Thanks for the tour. Great design and construction. It is a piece of art.

[@DrMott]

Wonderful design and functionality. Being able to swap all components out is a major plus. Aesthetically very pleasing.

[@joycepollyanna8414]

I saw you on Wonderhussy’s channel. Thank you for sharing your build. It’s beautiful and functional.

[@danross344]

I really like how you covered the foam with fabric, I’m building an offer a camper and that is such a great idea for the ceiling. It looks good

[@1originalhaley]

This is one of the most inspiring builds, thank you for going into such detail. I'm getting ready to build my camper and some of these ideas are just perfection!

[@EndgameCampers]

Thank you so much!

[@WizardKingCorey]

This is one of the best builds I've ever seen. I know you like the cedar look. I bet you could go lighter with aluminum skin. Other benefits of a white exterior to keep it cool. Also upping the solar panels with some that you deploy when you park would go a long way. I'm also a fan of much lighter colors on the interior, but I don't have kids 😊 Still your the best builds I've seen! I'm binge watching them all.

[@suesheane3671]

Wow . The details that went into the build are amazing!!! Smart design !

[@YikaSilo]

thanks for shedding light on this subject!

[@robertcox2335]

Your camper is beautiful I love the wood finish inside and out. Using the insulation for wallboard is genius also cedar construction for weight saving. The insulated interior shutters was a great idea. I built a camper of a similar size and weight a couple of years ago for my 1/2 ton truck and we have loved using it. Recently my wife and I took a 2 week tour of Colorado, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico. You can see my camper construction on my KZbin channel. We have found we like traveling in a truck camper and I am considering getting a one ton truck and building a much larger camper for extended trips. I will incorporate some of your ideas. Again great job. I know you will enjoy using it

[@fionaterry-chandler8056]

It’s beautiful, and combines functionality with a great aesthetic. My late Dad was a cabinet maker fitting out ships built on the River Tyne. He brought us up to appreciate great joinery.

[@stefantwotimes]

To bad hes gone,,He has been able to decorate everything you want to build :-)

[@bradcamara9316]

Excellent, very impressed, this is an example of hope for all those to give lessons too many people, to do it yourself, wow, this is great!

[@sporttruck5103]

Awesome camper. You have done very beautiful woodwork, limited space but inside looks still very functional. Your solar power- and A/C system sounds smart also. I really like your camper.

[@rowerwet]

I love the poor man's fiberglass on the inside foam insulation, great idea and it looks great

[@natvloggssd7590]

It’s been my dream to build something like this, I will make one now after watching your awesome video, thank you!

[@paul.s9677]

Awesome build and very creative features great video

[@edwardschmitt5710]

K.I.S.S. like it. The only part I would change is making bigger windows.

[@davidkellogg2582]

Yes Sir. You have every right to be proud of that build. Very beautiful and quality work. Nice video.

[@kennethmoore5629]

Thanks for the tour. I really like the ability to replace/update components without having to dismantle the walls. You are obviously a master craftsman.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thank you for the compliment

[@Jokker868]

I think that's the best camper I have seen way better than the ones that are manufactured awesome job.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks my friend

[@scottbaker9200]

Amazing! A lot of thought and effort has gone into this. Great work sir!

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks!

[@nictoo49]

I have my own slide in camper with a plywood floor. I recommend setting it on two sets of two by sixes running 10 foot long out the tailgate. Keeps the plywood floor elevated off the floor to prevent rot. Then mount 2 x 6 deck boards where the tailgate is on that two extra feet.

[@EndgameCampers]

Already on it, thanks for the suggestion

[@kjames8299]

You only off grid camper I have seen.Very cool

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks for watching

[@aprilmoon1509]

I think you could easily add a shower just inside the door. Removable shower curtains could surround a shower space and have a small pool to stand in - easy to drain from the door. I've seen these done in vans - should work in your camper.

[@blessedwithchallenges9917]

I live in an 86 Toyota Dolphin with my 26yr old son. I love it! Some of what you've done is also what I've done...then you also gave me new ideas. Good job!

[@genkidama7385]

very spacious and smart build man.

[@sean7627]

Beautiful and ingenious. I love the modularity and simplicity. Congratulations!

[@guzavevic6736]

👏👏 amazing, beautiful, and practical camper. It's probably my favorite I've seen

[@EndgameCampers]

Oh thanks, I appreciate that

[@michaelt380]

Awesome! Thank you for making this video. I have a 06 Ram 2500 Cummins and I’d like to have a camper on it. This gives me some good ideas.

[@stephenmason5773]

Unreal!!! So much thought and detail put into this camper! Congrats!

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks

[@alanschaller5869]

Lot of good ideas 💡... Good job...

[@TimBiagi]

It's a work of art

[@aaronnoffsinger5922]

Nice work man. I really like the way you think very functional and very handsome build. I am going to incorporate some of your excellent ideas into my build. God Bless

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks! 😃

[@darkhorse2reign]

I may build a truck camper so I found the right channel. I have a Dodge Ram 3500 with an 8 foot bed and SRW.

[@ananiraed]

You should be proud of what you have done. Thank you.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks

[@alecmorrow3764]

Congratulations! That window system for privacy and insulation is by far the best I’ve seen in a camper or van!

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks

[@kennethmatondi3981]

Hi Dave. saw your video with Sarah/Wonderhussy. I am a maser cabinet and interior finish carpenter. The only thing more impressive than your woodworking skills and your childrens!!!! ....is the thought/engineering that MUST have gone into that project. FANTASTIC.......I'm going to watch your videos......right after i watch a few more of Sarah's. Excellent idea reaching out to her.

[@treysuniverserv1576]

I saw your video on Bob Cheaprvliving channel and was extremely impressed. Your simplistic but extremely beautiful way of construction is something that is needed throughout the RV industry and in personal builds. I look forward to following your channel and seeing more of your build and traveling adventures. Thank you for sharing my your experience on KZbin.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks for coming over. I just finished another build series. I think you will like it n

[@RutherfordTony]

You did an absolute awesome job on that camper. And you should be as proud as you can be of yourself because I tell you buddy I don't even know you and I'm proud of you for what you've accomplished and what you built.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks!

[@primalvanlife5581]

Great idea with the material covered insulation, I think I’m going to steal that idea for the camper I’m building 😀

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks!

[@millhousenixon4943]

Incredibly good looking camper. Never saw building ideas like the ones you have incorporated. (especially liked the insulation installation) The planning, science and art all melded together into a great project. Best camper build on youtube. IMO. Thanks

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks brother! Please share the video to others

[@millhousenixon4943]

@@EndgameCampers Right on. I will

[@freddyperezmusicentertainment]

Whao ! Awesome is not enough, and what quality, Congrats and enjoy, Gracias Amigo !!

[@mikemead2315]

Fantastic! Beautiful! I think the truly amazing thing is the completeness of all the systems on basically a single pass. I could see getting to this point after years and years of trial-and-error modifications, but this level of final product is enviable. Nice. Great tour and explanations too. You probably know this when choosing an AC unit, but for others, their are “through the wall” AC units and “window” AC units, and they vent heat very differently. We tried using a window AC in an enclosed space just opening a window to let out the heat. It continually shut off from over heating. Window units vent heat out the side drawing cooling air from the back; through the wall units vent heat out the back. The window unit we used heated up the box holding the AC basically never allowing it to cool. Thanks for the tour!

[@EndgameCampers]

I appreciate the compliments. Regarding window AC units: I am not an expert, but the one I have blows the heated exhaust (which passes by the condenser) out the back and intakes from the side and top. Within the confines of that box, I created two separate ducts for those systems. Both have access to the outside of the camper via that hatch. Finally, the interior, or cooling side, is isolated from the other system just discussed. Everything works. My only concern will be if I see a degrade in efficiency in extremely hot weather because of the confines of the ducting system I made. Initial tests are promising though. Thanks for the feedback

[@Lovepeacejoy..]

Great design for functionality and pleasing to the eye! Very impressive…..

[@theresafinn4257]

Again, the build is lovely. I really appreciate the thought you put into materials: availability, qualities, and interchangeability, like your a/c.

[@martyclack8782]

Nicely done

[@Nothing-e3e]

This, my friend, is a highly engineered piece of art with many integrated features to maximize your space usage. Very Impressive.

[@sovereignlivingsoul]

looks great, hard to create storage space, when everything you need requires to be stored

[@TheRed6263]

Love the insulated window coverings.

[@0HARE]

Brilliant and beautiful work you’ve done here, Dave. Your design and build-out is superb. If you’d make one for an 8’ bed truck, I’d be very interested. Happy Camping

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks Allen

[@kurtbaier6122]

I like your methodology. And the Canvas foam panels.

[@maineiacoutdoors689]

VERY NICE! Beautiful finish and well appointed. Lots of great ideas for my build.....IF I build.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks

[@SquarebodyTruckCamper]

You did such a great job with this build and you definitely should be proud of the completed project. The window covers are a great idea and I like how PS window door opens up to the dinette backrest while still being able to sit. I am very interested on real world tests of the bluetti/solar/AC performance. Some ideas for future videos: 1. Do you have a plan for a heater? 2. Show the details of the final design for the AC mounting and ductwork. 3. The total weight of the camper totally ready to go camping, fully loaded.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks for the ideas and thanks for being a loyal viewer.

[@donnakuykendall5402]

This is a very impressive build. Certainly does look comfortable.

[@dany8822]

Wow! This is a very impressive build. It's gorgeous.

[@ReneaDooserider]

Just saw you on Bob Wells‘s channel love your artwork. 💕

[@dg5240]

Wow fabric over the foam board instead of 1/4 plywood..genius! Nice work

[@wild-radio7373]

Almost exactly like what I am building!♡♡♡ Nice🤜🏻👍🤛🏻

[@russellsstaten6042]

The overall design&execution of this camper build is off the charts...dude you could make a mint selling these things...just sayin'

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks!

[@danielpiccinini]

You're wood 🪵 work is incredible 👏!!! Excellent.

[@alanschaller5869]

Nice design

[@terryallen6688]

Very nice job.

[@genkidama7385]

oh man i just noticed the bowl sink, nobel prize well deserved. you just defeated the matrix. stainless steel bowl with a hole in the middle. i cant believe my eyes. Sinks are so expensive on my island, well in fact everything is twice the price here, and i mean every single thing u can buy in a shop is twice the continental life price.

[@charliestelzer8517]

Hey!! Thanks for the updated tour! Love the window covers too! Off tomorrow to pick up more lumber! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@EndgameCampers]

Awesome! I need some pics of the progress

[@charliestelzer8517]

@@EndgameCampers I’m not sure how to post photos on a comment!! Thanks again for sharing! Are you on Facebook?

[@kevinfaherty9887]

Fantastic job! You should be proud of that build.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks!

[@majortom2540]

Great looking, well thought out truck camper. Nothing is wasted and everything is easily replaceable. Had to give it a like and had to subscribe. Awesome project.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thank you very much

[@bdmenne]

A Dutch door could be Amazing. Hopefully if could still keep one self.

[@laurieedeburn2449]

Gave an old lady a boost of life ya did...

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks!

[@jeffreyb4481]

Well thought out, beautifully executed, and clever touches.

[@debjordan4399]

Brilliant!!! This camper is beautiful.

[@EndgameCampers]

Thank you

[@drgranger2]

Amazing job! You should be proud.

[@mmcalifornia8600]

Great craftsmanship and design, very impressive!

[@phillipw58]

Man you did a awesome job thanks for sharing.

[@lisawynne3534]

So smart of you to use ceder wood

[@davidramossalsologoporexse2469]

Beautiful camper..great work 👏 Well planned the layout is perfect 👌..thanks for sharing 👍

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks my friend

[@HikerBikerMoter]

Rubber liner on the perimeter if the window makes a perfect seal to prevent warm air passing thru, just like a lid of a jar, Needs lithium battery 300amps and 150 watts to charge it at 150amps, Diesel heater for cold weather, A tent for hanging out in the wild,

[@marshacowan1252]

Lovely camper. A lot of great ideas!

[@laurajphillips]

Fantastic!

[@carolhewett3756]

One could consider a portable AC unit that produces water. The water is not suitable for drinking or cooking but it could be used for washing or dousing a campfire. That said, this is a great build.

[@LoveHut4Life]

Very cool! Lots of ideas here! I hope to see you out on the road one day:)

[@Slopestarr]

Thoughtful Build. Very nice job!

[@msims424]

Amazing build to be very proud of!

[@jillybenzos778]

Impressive!

[@mileakin2689]

Nice job

[@bigtexnick2188]

oh wow, great build. superb job..... im building one now. thanks for sharing. learned so much.

[@themombat1193]

Beautiful build, many great ideas, very creative. Thanks.

[@anthonysinclair5721]

Inside and out super nice and ultra practical! 👍😎

[@EndgameCampers]

Thanks

[@junulock]

Great ideas and very nice work. Especially the insulated window covers that are out of your way when opened.

[@maehay4065]

Sir you have built a beautiful camper! If you decided to make another camper I would gladly buy this one. I think I would be standing in line.

[@rb664]

Ingenious build. Smartest I’ve seen out there. I’m going through all your videos now, it would be helpful if they were organized into playlists. Regardless, I really appreciate all the detail and insights you offer.

[@perryjordan490]

VERY NICE

[@Indrave_2274]

Saw you driving in Las Vegas today. From the back it looks like some kind of spaceship lol.

[@EndgameCampers]

Lol, thanks for checking it out

[@NorthernExplorerOverland]

I like the window covers.

[@1dd434]

Really nice work, very innovative. Congratulations.

[@joesalemi2414]

Excellent. I’ve been following along and incorporating your many ideas and rationale into my own unique plans to build. Mine will be a “scooter” because it won’t be tall enough to stand up inside so we will scoot around inside with a small cabover for storage only and benches for sleeping, sitting, cooking. The benches will be the height of the truck bed rails with ceiling only 40” above that. So roughly 60” floor to ceiling. She will be ~76” wide and ~72” interior, insulated on a 6.5’ bed or 78” long exterior, ~72” interior. There will be three benches. One across front bulkhead maybe 24” deep. Two along the sides also 24” deep. This leaves an isle 4’ long and 4’ wide with ~20” space underneath for electrical, plumbing similar to yours and storage, furnace. We ski so there is a lot of gear. We only need it for 3-4 days at a time. Any ideas?

[@dmason8078]

Something I considered doing on a next project was expanding the interior walls of the “tub” to use up more space between the bed rails for interior space. It would add a little complexity to the build, but it may be an interesting way to create more interior storage. Just a thought...

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Make the roof raise up when stopped. Scratch some ideas on paper! Good luck.

[@beepseatsfindingfoodtreasu8756]

Nice job! about done with my van. Love to upcycle and repurpose materials gives the project its own appeal. Glad Sarah did the video! I'm subbed!👍