DIY Wedge Camper | Walkaround Pt. 2

[@RipcordHQ]

The weight of the completed camper is 295 lbs, forgot to mention that! Happy adventuring and thanks for watching.

[@griffinapollo7717]

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[@nolanbrentley8431]

@Griffin Apollo instablaster ;)

[@griffinapollo7717]

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[@griffinapollo7717]

@Nolan Brentley it did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D Thank you so much you really help me out :D

[@nolanbrentley8431]

@Griffin Apollo Happy to help :)

[@bryankan9263]

This is the best DIY tent that I've seen.

[@OverlandEngineer]

I'm impressed you did not charge for these designs. Incredibly impressive!

[@LastLineOfDefense]

Nice work, dude!

[@RipcordHQ]

Hey, thanks Mike!

[@Luupheef]

Sheet! Llod approved!

[@Dizzlaeus]

Your transparency and sharing shows you have an abundance mindset. As a DIY first guy I'm so impressed with your build quality and your satisfaction in your work shows. Nice job

[@RipcordHQ]

Thanks! I try to share what I can

[@pv4083]

Legend... when you see this man don’t say anything just buy him a beer.

[@RipcordHQ]

I approve of this comment!

[@andrewshakespeare4978]

Came here to say the exact same thing

[@haydenmeadors38]

So cool! Excellent job on the fabrication, love all the modifications you did!

[@RipcordHQ]

Thank you very much!

[@fromlove111]

VERY impressive camper build! And WOW I didn't realize the ridiculous markup on those type of campers. Thanks for sharing!

[@damiennkkincross2102]

BRO !!!! You did it !!! You made this video I recommended/asked for. Thank you man, this is awesome. Great job.

[@pijama4wd]

Amazing work! It is so good you made the information available for free. I wish more people stop using social media to brag about their stuff and start sharing useful information as you do. God bless you!

[@motolight]

Now that's the ultimate boss of rooftop tents setups. Splendid job!

[@mlb82gaming32]

dude this is incredible! Thank you so much for making all of this public, you are doing this community a priceless service! Amazing work and thank you!

[@gallente4TW]

If there is a couple of things I admire about people, it is that they are unafraid to tackle what can seem intimidating projects and also for sharing their hard work and innovation. I haven't read the comments btl, but no doubt someone has suggested manufacturing, marketing and selling this design yourself..? So I won't bother, lol. What you have achieved is truly remarkable. For less than half the price of stock products and self-built in a fifth of the time. And of course, the satisfaction of having made this yourself. Bravo mate, bravo ! (subbed based on your humility, informative without patronising approach and selflessness sharing your extremely hard work for free)

[@RipcordHQ]

Thanks for the compliments, glad you liked the vid!

[@overlandexpedition4656]

That is an awesome build! I'm currently finishing up my overland build on a Ford Expedition. I'll be full-timing it on the trails so a clever rooftop tent design was key. I just wasn't happy with what's available with the wedge tents, so I also designed my own. I haven't executed the build yet, and it will be Summer 2021 before I get to build it. In the meantime, I have a sleeping platform in the rear passenger/cargo area with a slide-out kitchen that I built myself. I am finally ready to start editing the entire build footage and will start getting some videos out in the near future. I transformed my "grocery getter" into a very capable overlanding rig.

[@m0nst3rg]

This is fantastic. So generous to share all of your plans and BOM.

[@m0nst3rg]

I am building a similar camper. Totally inspired by yours. Just bought an 09 trd sport (also green). My plan is to do full thin wall steel frame including the tent frame. Can those latches be opened and closed from the inside, and are they locked from the outside when you close them from the inside?

[@felixcat9318]

You have singlehandedly, by designing and constructing your own custom camper which meets or exceeds the standards of commercially manufactured units, laid bare the exorbitant overpricing of these types of campers! By any metric yours is a meticulously precise and superbly detailed camper constructed to a very high standard using quality materials. Your camper has the appearance of being a very high end camper from a custom designer and fabricator - Which is exactly what it is! By designing and fabricating your camper and making available the necessary technical information to enable others to construct their own without spending excessive amounts to source the correct materials, you have made a huge contribution to the Make Your Own Gear (MYOG) knowledge base! Innovators like you inspire others to try to do things for themselves which they'd previously considered to be beyond their abilities! Not only will they build themselves a superb custom camper, they'll also develop the knowledge, confidence and pride at having hugely expanded their capabilities to carry out future projects which they'd never before considered possible! And in doing so they'll save themselves and their families considerable amounts of money! Thank you for your immense contribution to truck camper ownership.

[@RipcordHQ]

Thanks for the comment. Keep in mind though I am not factoring in my time or cost of tools into the overall price. I do not think existing products are overpriced, they are just out of my budget. I hope to see more people build their own!

[@rickfromvirginia]

Great video! Excellent narration! I have watched your other videos using camper and what makes it so cool is how you customized it to what you wanted. Plus you gained the added knowledge of being able to fix it yourself if something breaks because you built it! Your video is an excellent walk through on how and why you made certain modifications. Can't ask for anything else! Thanks for sharing and taking the time to make and edit the video! Rick From Virginia

[@RipcordHQ]

Thanks Rick!

[@hu28282828]

This is the most brilliant Design so far on the market I reckon. Nicely done

[@Andy-Gibb]

When i was your age I also had a old landrover series 3 which I did a lot of camping in and made a shower that used a compressor and I thought you would like. All I did was make a steel tank with a filler hole and plug and a quick release air adaptor to it and a quick release outlet for the shower. All you need to do is clip a shower set up to the side of your truck and clip it onto the tank. Clip on the air hose and make a small fire around the tank. It heats the water and is pressurized by the compressor. You have a shower like you are at home. It depends on you how much water it holds and you can fill it from a river or from water you bring with you. I Enjoy your videos and keep it up. Well done.

[@RipcordHQ]

That sounds pretty neat!

[@uno3863]

Wow man, I'm no overlander by any means but I do own a 2012 TRD sport 4x4 double cab in manual and this video held my attention through out the whole video, very very awesome what you've done to your truck, amazing 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽who knows.. Maybe one day I'll take the overlander route and just build my own and travel the country, who needs a house or apartment 😂😂awesome work taco brother 👍🏽👍🏽

[@ruudvanleeuwen7320]

Best build so far. Thanks for sharing!

[@hydrophilic2021]

sincere thanks for posting your rooftop tent and all the information to build one yourself, you did an awesome job and im inspired to build one out myself!

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robbymyer3615]

Fantastic build execution. Looks as good as any commercially available product out there, and sharing the build info probably has a few manufactures a bit anxious. Well done.

[@McFlysGarage]

Was waiting for this video. Great detail on how the keder rail is fastened. Looks like it’s mounted to the extrusion Can’t wait to get started on mine

[@RipcordHQ]

Thanks! Good luck on your build!

[@McFlysGarage]

Ripcord is the keder raid screwed into the 8020 extrusion?

[@carlfogarthy6508]

I like your make! First, KISS principle! (keep it simple stupid!) which is the best for off-road and life in general! Second, very rational layout, easy to handle and use, maximum space and nothing weird outside (privacy ok!) Last but not least, affordable! Very inspiring, thanks from Italy! i'm going to start a similar project

[@hashbrown8670]

Amazing! So cool that you’re providing all the build info. as well.

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad you like it!

[@obviousgreyman]

That’s awesome, you and overland under budget are super impressive with your inexpensive alternative builds.

[@RipcordHQ]

He makes so neat stuff! thanks

[@andykeen3209]

Killer design, I love the balance of thrift and style and hardcore engineering. I hope to extend this build style into a four wheel camper clone using 80/20. This video is great inspiration. I’m a big fan of the idea that if you have built it, you’re in a good position to maintain it long term. It’s great to not be at the mercy of a manufacturer.

[@RipcordHQ]

well put! that will be a neat project

[@jakemarlow8998]

I cannot believe you actually made that! It's totally pro. You're very talented. Superman wears Ripcord pajamas!

[@RipcordHQ]

lol thanks, it was a fun project.

[@ekspatvos6264]

R.E.S.P.E.C.T! You really impress. Thanks again for the videos.... keep 'em coming please. Happy camping and safe travels.

[@ewgore73]

Dude I love your videos, please do more camping videos I loved your snowstorm camping video and if you stay consistent you will grow because your videos are engaging and fun to watch.

[@RipcordHQ]

I definitely want to post a trip video next. And that snow camping one was a real fun one!

[@Andy-Gibb]

Agree well done awesome content

[@jefferyedwards5003]

Thanks for the generosity of your time

[@DaSpicyParanah]

I have been wanting to do something like this so badly the details are awesome thank you so much 😀. Literally just made my day especially the shopping list.

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad I could help!

[@llamaboy64]

Absolutely amazing job, dude. You're an inspiration, and you're also a great designer and speaker. Fantastic explanation of your thought process.

[@gallente4TW]

This bloke seriously deserves more subscribers...!

[@andrukat]

Outstanding...super nice build, clean, well made, great design,...look forward to anything else you make

[@daver.2871]

Nice clean build and very informative video. Well done young man.

[@kevintieu5198]

Wow! I swear I had the EXACT same idea for a RTT. But I own an SUV and not a truck, so I built a RRT on top of my 4Runner, instead. Enter through the sunroof. Your built is amazing. Thanks for sharing.

[@RipcordHQ]

That is pretty cool! Used to have a 4runner and I would have done the same thing!

[@OlTrailDog]

OMG! This is astonishing. I've been looking at the pop ups for my Tacoma after deciding I wasn't going to purchase a van. However, the prices just make me throw up a little in my mouth. I do believe I have the tools and ability to make this happen. Although I may sub out the sewing...ewww! Thank you so much for the great to the point video and the links.

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad you found the video useful!

[@Lord-Kanzler]

Awesome work! I have been looking for something like this for a while now.

[@TexasSlinger]

Always good when you can make stuff with your own hands. Great work!

[@RipcordHQ]

Indeed, much better!

[@khoapham2764]

Awesome pop up tent man!! One of the better builds for sure! Thanks for the vid! 👍👍👍

[@jjmack8233]

Nice work. I’ve been looking over all the videos, GoFastCampers, Vagabond Drifter and a couple others. For a DIY camper, you really nailed it in my opinion.

[@RipcordHQ]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@sacredshogun6325]

😮 You are a legend, your build is epic.

[@bajar.m.6953]

Great job. I love when people build their own set up. They became unique items and not from amazon. Great presentation keep moving forward my friend the sky is the limit. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad you liked it!

[@bajar.m.6953]

I like it so much that I would like to build my own.

[@doublewrench69]

Perfect! Thinking about doing something like this to my first gen 4runner.

[@peter555peter1]

WOW!!! This is Pro level! Great job!

[@jonjonword6222]

That is the best diy camper I have seen! Great job!

[@RipcordHQ]

Thank you! 😊

[@rickmartin9402]

Awesome job! I plan on hitting the road full time next year, after the kids graduate high school and this is by far the best set up I have seen yet. Thanks for the video!!

[@johnmc120]

Great videos buddy. Wish I was able to experience this. Best of luck to u.

[@JimYeats]

Nice job, really awesome layout. I think you immediately illustrate in your opening statements why small wedge camper builders charge so much for them. It took you 6 months and 3,000 dollars to build your more perfected model (and the first one). That 3k doesn't include your time either. So when you have a small camper builder putting out a fairly minimal amount each year they have to charge a lot to make the effort and time worthwhile since it's a low volume item. Again, really nice work.

[@RipcordHQ]

Oh definitely! If you aren't doing the work yourself, it was way better to just buy one

[@brianb.2857]

That is a really well thought out and executed build. Thanks for sharing.

[@jdmvanlife]

You must be an engineer of some sort. Amazing work.

[@margeebling4921]

Great job , thx for taking the time to share.

[@jsnadrian]

seriously impressive, love the setup

[@senseidadproductions]

great video! - I hope to build out my own this spring.... thanks for the information hopefully I can get it done....

[@tacodrewww]

Good looking rig and great job ! Just curious what size struts you used for the panels?

[@AndrePratamaTandipare]

cool project.. Thanks dude for giving me an idea and you documented very well everything and even make spreadsheet too.. cheers.. many thanks bro..

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chrisunderhill8853]

thanks so much for sharing. I am building an overland trailer, I am thinking of doing similar to the same thing but instead of a wedge i am going to do a square.

[@thehoofersclub]

Get down butha man! Awesome built.

[@fobmsg]

I have been working with 8020 before so i was like hmmm I probably can do this, untill the sewing part I was like forget it I m ok with my coleman hahaha. Awesome build!!!!

[@RipcordHQ]

Yeah the sewing part is a PITA

[@paulbrown2016]

Wanted to do one for a while. Thanks for the great video and ideas. Really nice.

[@huntermcbride3599]

Nice build. I like the access to your living quarters.

[@john_bear]

Thank you for the video. I feel empowered to start my own build. But how many hours do you think you have invested into building it?

[@tylerranes9391]

Glad you finally made a video. I’ve been studying and researching thanks to your website. I still have it on my favorites. Making one for my landcruiser this winter. Great work man!! 🤙

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad it was helpful!

[@034BAL]

Beautiful tent and great work. I will be making one. thanks for sharing this!

[@tenthtonman]

GFC wait time was too long; so he knocked out his own :)

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

Right? I just found GFC and found them (like everyone else) cool as fuck! Then I learned that there's actually a "waitlist"... blew my fucking mind, but I guess too many people want them and they're swamped. Hope they NEVER source out to another country in order to get them made quicker.

[@rose8662]

Brilliant! Thanks for this video and for sharing all the info. Very generous of you!

[@CarmelSunset]

I could not see the blueprints and materials list. GREAT work. I love the weight.

[@carlosandrade7439]

The only thing keeping me from building one was the canvas part, thanks to this video, know I know.. thank you sir!

[@OverlandUnderBudget]

you are the freaking man!!!

[@bbgarz73]

Dude, you killed it with this! Nice work and thank you for sharing!

[@carlwinwindom6076]

Thank you for sharing so much! You've given me so many ideas for my project 😊

[@DaninVA]

Very cool design and a great video!

[@alainnjel]

I just binge watched your videos since I got busy with school and stuff. The last time I watched you were at 1.2K subs. Now you got 3K. Congratulations man👏 Keep on doing what you are doing💪 be safe!🤗

[@RipcordHQ]

thanks for watching!

[@kojikp6793]

Very nice work! I plan to make one once I get a truck

[@mestallbaumer]

This is awesome!. I'm seriously going to consider doing this instead of buying one.

[@lazydragonslayer]

I’m building this for my single cab 8’ bed 95 Silverado. It’s going to be huge

[@cameronempey8350]

Bro very talented man well done

[@mambi74]

That is an epic DIY project. Respect. Thank you for sharing this amazing build!

[@RipcordHQ]

Thank you very much!

[@adamadams6740]

Cool set up! I was gonna get an old work rack with a regular rooftop tent and modify it to get something similar but this from scratch seams much better and probably a lot lighter!! Thank you for making plans available awesome stuff.

[@goatee21]

Maybe you mention this somewhere but is that a 5 ft pickup bed? Sweet build, thanks for all the info!

[@irgod32]

Wow, very impressive! This is one of the best builds I've seen. I build off road style teardrop trailers and I've wanted to add a RTT. Thanks for all your free info and videos.

[@RipcordHQ]

nice! I'd like to build a trailer one day. That would be a fun project. thanks for the compliments!

[@hookahman22]

This is awesome and I am about to use your idea and modify it for an ACLB. So I will have an extra foot to work with or so.

[@johnnyrocker73]

Love it!! Great write up/how to guide in TacomaWorld.

[@RipcordHQ]

Glad it was helpful!

[@DevonJordanGB]

Maybe i missed it, but is there a way to open the hatch and/or tailgate from the inside whilst all hatches and tailgate closed? Mostly for pest prevention, excess moisture exposeure to interior, and winter camping.

[@ticosandoval]

This is really a great build/design. Thanks for posting!

[@amaurycaraballo1254]

Ripcord Great build! I jist want to do mine. My main concern is the overall high. I have a 3rd Gen TDR Sport 4x4, no suspension mods and not planning to do so, for now. What's the high from the main cab to the top of the tent?

[@ll3933]

Love it...love the accessibility and looks good!

[@ShaggysAdventures]

great video I'm doing my research on how I want to build mine. I'm curious as to where you found those outside corner connecting brackets for the extruded aluminum. all I can find are inside corner connectors, and lets be honest the outside brackets just make yours look so much more professional!

[@donahuerules]

Wow, man great work. Good looking build.

[@tempmaster1995]

I like the work. I’m looking to go 180 on the lid much like a habitat. Also looking at the 1x2 8020 material. My questions: 1)was the 1-1/2 8020 necessary or did you think it might be over engineered?, 2) do the hinges go full 180 degrees? Again, great work.

[@alandowney4458]

Awesome setup. I’m wanting to build something like this except not a wedge. I’m wanting to build it for my 710M Pinzgauer.

[@stevetrevino5346]

That set up is clean !

[@gevorgnazaryan8720]

Super professional…. Well done lad. I am in the process of building my own wedge tent for my fj. I like how you ran the tent canvas through the tube rails. I will use that method as well. How did you seal canvas at the corners?

[@GarretSterling]

Very clever setup! 👏

[@CommanderZarkon]

Awesome job! SImilar idea to something I have been planning. Thank you for the video and all the information, as it will help me not to reinvent the wheel on my design.

[@CAMEA-snoozy]

Super nice engineering and construction

[@rfoxyou]

Absolutely incredible! Thank you so much for sharing all the details. Liked and subscribed.

[@ScenicCityAdventures]

Wow, You did such an awesome job on this!