From A to Egg: My Trailer Changeover

As I start modifications on my newly acquired Outback trailer, I make some comparisons to my old A-frame, as well as review what was recently customized by the manufacturer.
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[@slingshot1965]

Dude, your killing me. That ending was the bomb 😂

[@jayjayjay4788]

Yes, and he dropped one for sure. LOL

[@TravelingPhotographer]

@@jayjayjay4788 LMAO

[@gotsteem]

I laughed out loud.. Spudhead humor at it's finest!

[@jaym9529]

I like the new trailer better. Factory did an amazing job on repairs.

[@evilcam]

That ending was an expert level clinic on comical misdirection. On topic: The new trailer is looking pretty good. The old trailer is also still looking pretty good.

[@lorismithokon9028]

That last scene. That's what I call multitasking.

[@KeylargoVideo]

Last scene was hysterical!

[@jeanwest1058]

OMG!! Your best video yet! The “romantic” music and the wine pouring did not prepare me for what came next! Hahahahaha you’re something else. Looking forward to more soon. And yes, I do like this one way more than the A frame. This is more like a home, in my opinion. Cheers!

[@jayjayjay4788]

Same thing here. I loved how the romantic music started, liked the picture, but then saw the toilet paper role in it and said in disappointed Whyyyyyyyyyy! (.....then I realized why) LOL

[@concordep2504]

Yeah me too that was brilliant

[@TravelingPhotographer]

My reaction too, Jean!

[@JurgensJourneys]

That's Slim ... pure and simple, Lol.

[@michaelcolloton6971]

I agree with everybody that this is one of Slim's for sure. The only significant difference between Slim's (and maybe your) style of camping is that I have a 75-pound dog that I have to attend to pretty much everywhere I go..

[@JC.Journey]

The factory performed an incredible job! This video was a very interesting & informative introduction with great comparisons. Since we own a 15' Escape, we know you made an excellent choice! We look forward to the upcoming modifications but mostly to some grand adventures! Great video my friend, complete with great humor (we thought for a moment we were going to meet Mrs. Potatohead!).

[@tamiweber9409]

Light, bright, comfy, cozy and the kitchen area looks great💖

[@samstlm]

Absolutely one of your best vids Slim. The end was brilliant. Like someone said, "hot sauce, you don't own it you just rent it". In your case you're well positioned for that philosophy!

[@TravelingPhotographer]

LOL

[@samstlm]

Bruce L. I think I heard that line on King of the Hill an old TV series. BTW I discovered your photography website...photography is one of my retirement interests - I’m going to spend some time on your site!

[@TravelingPhotographer]

@@samstlm Great, thanks for checking out my site. Feedback is always appreciated, too. Yes, I've been following and enjoying Slim for quite some time, living vicariously through his camping adventures, trying to determine what type of RV I'm going to start with.

[@agoogleuser4624]

I wasn't expecting the ending... made me laugh.

[@loisaustin6200]

Me too, took me a few minutes to realize what he was sitting on. lol

[@johnlong5343]

Right I forgot about the toilet 😂😂

[@marshaloneagle4646]

You are such fun. Looking forward to warching as you live in and tinker with the new trailer.

[@jmsteelmets]

I love your videos Slim! I bought an A-frame this month partly based on your past videos. Can't wait to get it out on the road. Thanks for all your videos. They are super informative and entertaining. Can't wait to see your mods to the new camper.

[@crumble701]

toilet paper rolls are in great demand right now, she would be appreciative!

[@18564864]

Come to northern va. Plenty here

[@alant2419]

Probably rationed to one sheet.

[@HotCarTrack]

Aussies are having fights in supermarkets over dunny paper, it's really bad at the moment.

[@deanweis6085]

@@HotCarTrack America too

[@BRETTYZCAR]

Hot Car Track they weren’t Aussies mate.

[@thetwilightteacher7007]

OMG!! The ending was hysterical! LMAO

[@tink5488]

12:00 thanks for the visual comparison/representation easier to visualize when you can see it! Very happy to see you're enjoying your new abode, and I am excited to see you bring it on your adventures for many years to come.

[@suesokoloski6644]

We are enjoying your honesty of campers and can’t wait to see how you modify your egg!

[@cheryllapham6279]

I really like how open and clean your new trailer is. Lovely. The ending - probably more info than I needed. :)

[@flyinggyros9745]

That ending is hilarious. Congrats on your new trailer. Alan

[@rrr_rozell7992]

Wow!!!! That is awesome! Congratulations, cant wait to see your adventures

[@ThomasL2R]

sweet new trailer, i vote to name it the "sweet potato"!

[@faithrada]

Awwww Good one.

[@mr.different7494]

I'll cast my vote here to. Great name!

[@constancemiller3753]

Sweet Potato rules!

[@DianeSturlinXX]

Perfect ☺️

[@vivienne6004]

Obvious, cleaver, hilarious, wish I'd thought of that!

[@lindamay9218]

I installed my solar panels on the roof of my Jeep, so I can park my fiberglass trailer in the shade and the Jeep in the sun. I have driven off forgetting to unplug luckily nothing has been damaged.

[@wildbill23c]

I did that with my travel trailer once....completely forgot to unplug the power cord, luckily it just ripped the outlet out of the box, simple fix, but a great reminder to do a walk around, and then another one or have someone else do a walk around too before you drive away LOL.

[@happycamper608]

Linda May I saw a guy with a b class that pulled a trailer covered with solar, the batteries and controls were inside the trailer. He plugged his rig into the trailer.

[@CriticalRoleHighlights]

See if you can find magnetic contacts. I know they exist for audio cables and phone chargers for the specific purpose of easy disconnect in case your phone falls off the table or you walk away with your earbuds still plugged in.

[@geraldhenrickson7472]

The outback is a good choice. I have an archaeology friend who took his to Baja every year for nearly three decades. It worked well and needed little upgrading and repairs. When the weather turned nasty, we in tents were quite jealous. Looking good Slim!

[@charliethomas59]

I love watching your adventures. I wish you very good luck with your new camper and looking forward seeing you working on the camper.

[@danmanx2]

Thanks for the video slim! I love your new trailer. I look forward to new videos and new adventures from you.

[@stevengoldwingnomad5086]

Welcome to the fiberglass world! You just brightened our day ! (Again!)

[@Lucy_Honeychurch]

LOL. Watching this quietly at work and ended up bursting into laughter.

[@beachysands4036]

Lucy Honeychurch me too! 😉

[@randallcunninghamjr.9270]

Awesome! Looking forward to seeing future videos of your new adventures in the new trailer great job

[@slowlane5032]

An absolute salute to you and your new Egg. I like the kitchen. I hope you can Get on a good schedule with your videos because so many look forward to them. Welcome back Slim!

[@debra-vs]

I’m so glad to see a video from you. I need this!

[@MrWayout55]

I Love the new trail, now you have to name it !!! Great video's, God Bless.

[@gloriagodfrey3899]

I agree 100% with Jean West she nailed it. I have been seriously thinking about getting a fiberglass camping trailer, so I am glad that I found you again. A lot of great information.

[@JW-xn3gk]

Love it Slim! So happy for you....Great Adventures ahead for sure! Thanks for showin me the new rig, and letting me tag along..... God Bless!

[@boufd2008]

Great ending ! I like the new rig. I'm looking forward to seeing whats in store.

[@brucel399]

Good morning. Another great video. But as you said, you had 4 years to do all your Mods to Abner. Let's get to camping. The mod videos can wait a bit. Cheers from Colorado

[@SOFISINTOWN]

Cheers, Slim! Happy travels!

[@JackieL7474]

Oh I am so glad I waited till the end to comment! Usually I say something great about your videos before I even watch them all the way through. But this time I waited and was in tears at the end laughing and you just made my day! You are so funny, talented, lucky, and I could go on and on! Your videos are not only the best, but always getting better! I also love your new trailer! Thank you for all your hard work of making these great movies for our viewing. :)

[@wilfromindiana7852]

OMG, takin' care of business...lol 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@thomasbordelon4149]

EPIC! Too you Slim, too you. Love it.

[@boutthere3374]

I really admire your ability to see the possibilities in something. You have a real gift Slim.

[@harryedge1910]

Thank you for all your wonderful work/videos! They are the best on KZbin

[@mfsolutions]

Great video... I appreciate your unstated skills like using a measuring tape properly, the excellent volume analysis and emphasizing benchmarking before you insulate. I would suggest you do your temperature comparison on a windless night to avoid bias! Looking forward to the results but I am thinking the egg will outperform the triangle.

[@kormoranneu5715]

Very interesting.....and the end was funny...I hope you have a good time with your new trailer.

[@johnnymoran1177]

What a great little camper!!

[@paulgw101]

Love it! 😂 I appreciate the extra effort you put in to the visuals and explanations! 👍🏻

[@dennis78382]

Good luck with the new rig and customizations! It’s a learn as you go process and it should work out excellent for you with your experience.

[@scottc3029]

I thought for a moment, we were going to get to finally meet Mrs. Potatohead @16:00 lol

[@scottc3029]

Jae Maa I missed that he said that, I just figured that ”Tator Tot” had to come from somewhere! Lol

[@robertvandenbrink5884]

WOW! What a great way you redid your new trailer.

[@19Mark]

awesome call on that trailer. I got out of my pop up and bought a 1978 Trillium 4500. Best decision that I ever made, next to start camping in the first place. You are going to love it.

[@gloria5873]

HAHAHA!!!! You are toooo funny. I couldn't stop laughing at your ending. Made my day!

[@phyllisullery9963]

Love the trailer changes, and what an ending🤪🤪😁😁. Looking forward to all your changes and adventures.

[@jaygrenham]

looking good Slim. I think you're going to enjoy your new camper

[@christyburch6149]

I also enjoy travelling on my own. I meet people from all over the country & world. Love the camping culture. Really enjoy your videos.

[@brettb8825]

Congrats on the new digs, Slim. Still not sure why you took out the sink instead of covering it with a cutting board. But, you made it like you want/need and the work done looks great! Happy trails.

[@Tuckerclan]

How did you pour 2 perfectly even glasses of wine without really looking at it? Great video, keep 'em coming. I'll miss Abner, but welcome Eggder.

[@helenmallazzo7094]

I said the same thing once I saw the level of wine in the second glass.

[@Cecilia-fc3sg]

Great video!! what an ending. So creative. And the new trailer is perfect! You made sense when you compared the two. Much more than if I would have tried to figure it out. Looking forward to seeing the videos to come! Thanks Slim.

[@PiggyDash]

Yay! DIY videos of yours are my favorite on youtube. I can't wait to watch them. As always, thank you for the great videos and please stay safe!

[@paramonayala1224]

As always a great video and hilarious skit at the end lol

[@loisaustin6200]

I think it might be called "in one end, and out the other."

[@Jeh110]

OMG! Love this as many have said🤪. The ending made me laugh out loud.

[@robertliburdi7375]

I love your new camper! Looking forward to seeing more of your travels!!

[@suefreivald7031]

Very like our Casita in interior space for just living. Smaller over all, and the Casita comes with a shower/toilet in addition to the actual living space. Love the large windows - last winter we ended up adding the stick on clear sheets for insulation/condensation prevention. Easy to do and didn't block the light. Love your videos, your humor, your DIY resourcefulness! Look forward each Monday to your posts!

[@ShalimarPerfume]

That's a really nice deluxe outhouse on wheels you got Slim. LOL.

[@jss27560]

It's 4 seasons as such as there are no water lines to freeze. What would also be interesting would be a comparison of gas mileage.

[@RealFableFox]

This. Some also means there are air conditioner, and heater. In short, you can use it in any season. You might want to be connected (like at RV park) to seriously use the air conditioner (or at least as beefy generator). In short, it means the waterline is in the inside, warmed with the heater. It might cost you a lot in diesel generator fuel or rv campground fee - but for some this is required (those that do winter sport for example). So yeah, 4 season rated is actually a thing.

[@barrygilson7907]

Love the new camper, can’t wait to see you out and about, I have a smaller A frame and a mini pop top but haven’t ventured to the snow yet but here in Australia probably warmer climate. Enjoy!

[@ScubaJoe3]

Love the new trailer! You and the factory did an excellent job rebuilding it. Looking forward to many more camping vids!!

[@robmellor2960]

16:17 You charming devil you! Who could resist?

[@kc3503]

Hey Slim! Before you get rid of the throne, now is the perfect time to do more rehydrated food reviews. 😉

[@anitamitchell3452]

I'm so excited for you Slim ... Love the work you had done so far. It's like you're in your own little bubble! Love it!!!!!! Can't wait to see what's next.

[@teamplanetaudioben]

I wholeheartedly support the change. I absolutely love the new rig. Glad I found this channel. Me and the wife are looking for a camper just like yours. Great video

[@bhclark16]

I must dispute the 4 SEASON trailer analogy. I have a Northwood Nash 4 season camper. This is much thicker insulation and walls than most campers. I had done fulltime in snow, heat etc. They live in these campers year round in Montana, Wyoming etc. The floor was vented and heated, a/c kept the heat out and a/c did not run constantly. Northwood Artic Fox/Nash with dual pane windows for the 4 season. Just saying....many of my friends live all year long in a Artic Fox in Montana.

[@SlimPotatohead]

What does the warranty list as the minimum temperature? SP

[@dooleyfussle8634]

Another thing offered in 4 season rv's is all the plumbing is inside the heated space. I've had to drain my system and waste tanks several times to prevent damage while on trips when the temperature fell well below freezing. Either that or start driving toward warmer areas...

[@bhclark16]

Ok. I called Northwood Manufacturing and they said these campers are rated to ZERO DEGREES. with 2" thick insulated walls. Also, many customers stay in negative degree weather through the winter. Friends live in Kalispel MT and close to Eureeka MT.

[@marcpikas2859]

@@bhclark16 Those are top quality campers for sure and do come at a price ; $$$$$ and weigh enough to justify a dually for road safety.

[@bhclark16]

@@marcpikas2859 yes I agree. They are built very well and stand up to the elements. We traded our brand new Jayco for this model after viewing. Very pricey, but worth the $$$$. We were full timing for 1 1/2 years traveling the USA. Thank you.

[@raulsanchez1713]

Omfg xD that last bit, this video got way funnier lol can't wait to see how business concludes

[@LiLBitsDK]

they did a SuperB job there! very impressed!

[@fynyxdezine524]

Looks great Slim. Congratulations, and happy trails!

[@booniebuster4193]

Slim, you are amazing! How about your wood stove? Where is that going to go? I think the new trailer will retain the heat much better that the A-frame. I can't wait to see what else you do to this trailer to make it "home".

[@jayjayjay4788]

It's actually the "wood stove" that brought me to his channel (" A Wood Stove for Camping: Part 1 " video) and got me hocked to it! It would sadden me if we're not going to see that wood stove again :(

[@corneliusaustin]

The wood stove probably isn't a good idea. I've been watching Elsa Rae and she has a wood stove. You can see after a year of 2 people, a dog and a wood stove how the soot starts to appear on the walls. It doesn't matter how sealed up that wood stove is. It does put it a bit of soot.

[@mariebernier3076]

@@corneliusaustin Yes, but wipe it down. Like you said, it's been a year of 2 people and a dog livin real close. I truly enjoy the feeling of wiping down my whole kitchen!

[@grzegorzlecki3139]

Slim, it would be great if you could do towing test to check MPG drop for each trailer. BTW - great video, as always!

[@tinavestal2154]

Fantastic and thorough comparison, thank you, I’m in the shopping stage myself and have gravitated towards the smaller , fiberglass trailers.

[@3DPDK]

Wow that was fast. As a retired fiberglass tech I'll say - 2:40 That's why you pay a professional glass man to do the work, so you don't end up with a patch that looks like rough painted canvas or a cratered Moonscape. Now, as someone who lives on a boat I have a feeling you will find the non-insulated interior of the sink enclosure will be a condensation trap when camping in the winter. It *will* create a temperature barrier between the interior and outside shell, but any warm moist air that gets into the enclosure will end up condensing on the cold surface of the outer shell. I have a hanging closet on my boat. It has a teak door, and clothing hanging inside that all act effectively as a barrier to the cold, non insulated back wall, which is the exterior skin of the boat. Mostly during Jan, Feb and into March, that back wall looks like the inside of a shower stall. It is always dripping wet, constantly running water into the bottom of the closet. It drains into the bilge so standing water is not the problem for me, but it becomes a problem with mold and mildew if I don't periodically wipe the back wall down with chlorine water. A simple layer of regular home construction type (like R3) fiberglass insulation has corrected the problem for me this winter. I don't notice any savings on heating expense, but there has been no condensation to deal with. If you begin to small a moldy, musty smell, the sink enclosure is probably the culprit.

[@williamkoch9977]

When camping in cold weather in my Aliner I can always feel it's quite a bit warmer near the peak where it doesn't do much good.

[@wildbill23c]

Install a fan to circulate the air...heat always rises.

[@faithrada]

@@wildbill23c yup... hot air rises.

[@DB-pr4pz]

The ending is fantastic! Throne.... taking care of business...... thank you for the laugh! Well done! Question... will you be considering installing the pellet stove you designed into the new trailer? Glad to hear everything is going so well with the modifications.

[@augustus5003]

Good comparison. Happy trips with your new trailer!

[@carpediem9215]

Custom as it could be !!! Awesome.

[@TheBigExclusive]

Are you going to mount solar panels on the roof? What kind of battery do you plan to use?

[@dt-tv4fs]

"the elephant in the room" next scene: wine for 2?? is there a connection there?? lol. thanks again.

[@AnGhaeilge]

Will be so much warmer for you and store heat better. Lovely little trailer Slim!

[@lynbarnel]

OMG Slim, you crack me up! Excited to see what you do with the Outback!

[@BackroadHankerin]

Good video but it kind of went to sh%* at the end! Looking forward to the DYI's coming up. Bottoms up.

[@marilynrenaud1892]

Lol!! Taking care of business! Left me laughing!😂

[@oldgeekster1]

Thoroughly enjoyed this one slim! New stove and "factory" patch/paint certainly looks great. The surprise ending was a great treat!

[@anastasiahopkinson5676]

Terrific video! Interesting volume comparisons of the two camper's interiors. And hilarious ending. Thank you for your sense of humor.

[@jimwortham8634]

Just personally always like to A frame for pulling better fuel mileage excetera to each his own

[@secondact7151]

It will be interesting when he does the mileage test?

[@gsp49]

@@secondact7151 It seems to me you could feel the extra drag in the first 5 miles. No mileage test necessary.

[@kapegede]

The Egg looks very lightweight. Despite of the worse aerodynamics it could be even a fuel saver. Slim is not in a hurry.

[@gsp49]

@@kapegede yes, the rounded corners may be better than the flat squared off A-liner. I learned a lot about aerodynamics trying to carry a big cardboard box on my bicycle, it's not the weight, it's the wind resistance.

[@RS-jr7jd]

Our A-frame does not change mileage. Tundra gets 14 with or without trailer.

[@amywalker3267]

I’m still laughing! 😂

[@ronwasser4852]

Like the new glass digs. Looking forward to the comparative and mod. Vids. 👍👍

[@blackmagic8115]

Thanks especially for the last scene, Slim. I wasn’t ready for it and almost sprayed out my Sierra Nevada Pale Ale - what a waste that would have been. Nevermind, it was a great laugh. Thank you, Sir.

[@carycoombe3380]

You always leave 'em wanting more... Or rolling on the floor gasping for air! It took me awhile to realize that you meant the toilet was the elephant in the room, not a significant other.

[@c0mpu73rguy]

You need to find a nickname for the Outback too, now.

[@kippbachurski4766]

Great video Slim , new trailer looks great, many happy travels.

[@tammieflemal7871]

Very nice remodel. Enjoy your new home on wheels!!

[@paulreed1142]

How about "Eggbert" for a new name?

[@sharonanspach2734]

love it!!!

[@charlesatwell9976]

I got that name too.

[@SlimPotatohead]

Yes, naming "it" will be a challenge. Chances are the "Outback" logo on the front will be covered by a solar panel so don't need to change what exists (although "Ootback" came to mind). Abner was a guy for sure, but is the new one male or female? Seems I am reducing the feminine qualities of the trailer. A little conversion therapy! "Eggner"? "Eggatha Christie? Eggsplicit, Eggsplorer, Eggshell Rose (reference to Axl Rose)?. Open to suggestions. Thanks! SP

[@WildCaptures]

The table toilet 🚽 could come in handy while playing cards (ROYAL FLUSH) 😐 Who filmed the drone shot in the beginning??

[@jermsman18]

nice work so far, I can appreciate the thought and expertise you are putting into this. I will use your inspiration on my own 20ft travel trailer I have.

[@gailjohnson6670]

Oh my the ending.. Lol. Thank you for the video. Have a blessed day.