I built a LUXURY micro camper for less than $1,000

[@majestickingz5135]

Pin me

[@ChayDenne]

okay

[@madgui5023]

Ochay

[@Sammyflopped]

@@ChayDenne noice build

[@majestickingz5135]

@@ChayDenne Dang that fast😭, I appreciate you for reading the comments. This video was a banger keep it up🔥🔥

[@RyanFur]

@@ChayDenne man forgot the mini fridge

[@jeffwright9431]

It looks really good but for anyone wanting to do this please remember that the trailer is going to flex a lot as it goes down the road hitting potholes and bumps. The tile floor will eventually pop up, the pink insulation inside the walls will sag towards the bottom, and the drywall walls will crack. Imagine your house enduring an earthquake, except it goes on for hours during a road trip. Use linoleum sheet for floor, foam board for insulation, and 1/4" plywood for interior walls. To further reduce weight install 2"x3" framing instead of 2"x4" and 1/8" plastic laminate for interior walls.

[@mathewcalaway7684]

Don't forget hauling a 12 foot tall box down the highway.

[@ravenRedwake]

Wouldn’t foam board be lighter anyways?

[@eddiew.4650]

To be honest, I'd be surprised if they even still use it after filming this video. It looks like it'll easily fall apart in less than a year.

[@weakish]

@@eddiew.4650 Honestly, just found this channel and all their builds are pretty bad and have some super questionable and cringe design decisions. I bet they do all these as cheap as they can just to cut a video and then sell the piece of crap they made. This is like their 4th "camper".

[@rosegoldenboy]

@@weakish "creators" just be makin anything these days.... they just tryna pay them bills i couldn't even get thru half of this video they are not serious

[@Bellllllz]

Cargo trailer conversion here with a few things to point out if you truly plan to do this. First, please seal your wood, even if you torch it will make it last so much longer but paint will really seal it, front and back, you dont want black mold. You NEVER want to use house wire because it will break, you actually WANT to use extension cord but bigger gauge. Use foam board as insulation, 2". never EVER use drywall, it will literally crumble while driving down the road, use thin plywood instead for your walls. Seriously this tiny idea is amazing, so simple, but if you want your rig to last longer then a summer, you're going to want to edit materials.

[@MuskratOutdoors]

I thought the same thing about the drywall. 1/4 inch plywood would have been better.

[@Bellllllz]

@MuskratOutdoors yep! I thiiink that's the thickness we used for our walls actually. What's really awesome is the thinness helps to bring it into your rig because it has a good bit of flex to it. We coated the backs and edges of our walls with mold and mildew resistant paint.

[@BeatBoyStill]

never use extension cord wire, it degrades with heat, look at the NEC. Its better to use stranded THWN/THHN wire and use pvc conduit, or flex conduit. THIS is how you prevent a death caused by a "hot spot" fire 3 years down the line.

[@zdbrownie]

You do not want extension cord, it is not made for this application.

[@josevazquez1042]

@@zdbrownieno cards, check.

[@solarcabin]

Looking good guys! I have designed many tiny cabins and vardos for people to build over the years and it is a fun inexpensive project. Add some solar and a power station and a small water tank and one of those tent outhouses and you can live in them most places year round. I live full time in a 200 sqft cabin I designed and built with just a 1.4Kw solar power system. Over 20 years now with no house payments, no utility bills and freedom!

[@peterb.seldon6669]

0000

[@MandiMomOf9Channel]

I love how people need a big flat screen TV even though it's sitting just inches from their face 😂

[@maddygvanlifer435]

Wow you guys are gifted over and beyond! I just turned 70 and tired of paying rent. I'm looking to get a cargo van to build out myself but I'm scared because it's just me and my little dog, but you guys just inspired me. Great content. Well done guys, well done. God bless you!!

[@lightwarrior432]

Just find one and go slow 😉👍🏽

[@Egguana_]

Hope all goes well!

[@DJ-jq5rh]

No fear, Just do it!

[@MADDOG100ful]

Use 1/4 inch drywall , now it's half the weight. :)

[@MADDOG100ful]

Nice job!

[@davidwheeler7613]

I have built two of these but used waterproof siding for $33 a sheet at Lowes. It has a lifetime warranty and did not need paint because it had a nice beveled texture. Also my second one i used air lifts and the roof could open and close. I also used 1x3's sideways to increase the living space and reduce weight and cost. I used insulation board some which was cracked and being tossed out and thin paneling on the inside. Also paint or fiberglass all the plywood flooring top and bottom and edges I like your used bus window idea because normally windows pricey to buy. Its nice you brothers are helping each other.

[@blaster-zy7xx]

Yeah, that's the way I would have done it too. I cringed at drywall on a trailer.

[@redhotz21]

@davidwheeler7613 could you make a video showing us how you made your home built camper trailer? Sounds like a great planned one

[@W-Will53]

For the love of sparkie god, do not run the A/C and cooktop at the same time. You will melt that 16 gauge extension cord wiring. Love the build, it came out fantastic! My only advice as an electrician… if you reeeally can't afford the romex, please use a heavier duty cord. At least a 14 gauge, preferably 12 if you can swing it. That is all. @PresidentChay pin me, you won’t 👀👀

[@rarshaizgaming3444]

Lets pray they do not learn the hard way why it is such a bad idea.

[@Satchmojones]

Its a VERY bad idea!

[@chadcurrent1645]

That's scary just the air conditioner on its own. I guarantee there is no overcurrent protection on this thing. They are risking there lives if they sleep with the AC on. At least buy the proper wire for the plugs to use the AC and a cooking appliance.

[@steffanpinson1290]

@@chadcurrent1645 the irony of dying in a fire from using air conditioning is not lost on me. 🤣

[@maxi-me]

​@@steffanpinson1290 good one😅 or maybe bad one😮 I'm afraid more of them selling this to some unsuspecting slacker who'll drag it out to _Burning Man_ festival 😬

[@tm92489]

Good Job mate! I just upgraded my Prado similarly. Took a few gold bars laying under my mattress for no reason and went straight to the dealer. It costs me less than $50 for the trip.

[@imscanon]

I had an interesting thought. You could build a big garage that is separated into two spaces, one for a car and one that has a ton of cabinetry, a murphy bed, sofa, etc. even a heating stove, and well insulated maybe even laundry and a sink. This would classify as a garage/workshop for property tax purposes. THEN you could park a trailer like this inside it so you have a kitchen and bathroom and voila, you have a house. You could have little properties in all your favorite places and just roll up with your little trailer and you're home without all the drama of building a house or paying the high taxes on a house. Technically, you're 'living' in an RV and not the structure as that's where the kitchen and bath are. I'm really seeing benefits here....thanks for the inspo!

[@throneborn]

Most genius thing I've read all week.

[@kevinrediya3664]

nobody cares women.

[@tayloreh]

Whoa

[@andrewfullington9777]

​@@kevinrediya3664 hater spotted

[@radicalrick9587]

@@manuelester7420 *Now if only we could see Kevin Redya thumb down **#s**. It's probably in the thousands : ).*

[@edithtrowbridge1775]

Get a 12 guage cord at harbor freight to run anything more than lights and the TV. Scary. $50 or less. Use LED bulbs too. GOOD advice what the electrician said. Add a plug to connect heavy guage wire to. Your lives are worth enough to tear some stuff apart and to use 2-12 with ground wire or the 12 guage the electrician suggested. A melted wire in a wall wouldn't be noticed till too late . I am really impressed with your guys building skills. Looked like everything fit the first time.

[@jeffreyferguson83]

Nice build, two things I would definitely change! Spend the money on the wiring and 1/4 plywood on inside instead of heavy drywall

[@dc345601]

Exactly what I was thinking especially running the cook too and AC on that wiring 🔥

[@tridocao143]

ok

[@venomlink2033]

Was just going to comment on how cool it would look to have a wood interior. I like the idea of a “log cabin” aesthetic.

[@andrewky-r8e]

And maybe a window on the angled wall for a bit more natural light? 🤔🤷‍♂️

[@robertaltman3801]

@VenomLink Could have framed the walls up with pallet's and the interior.

[@patriciasilvia7998]

This is absolutely magnificent. I have to say I did not think it was going to look that beautiful inside. In our driveway right now We have one of those trailers sitting in our driveway right now . I’m telling my sons that they can make one of these and feel like they have something of their own specially, in today’s world. You are both a great inspiration. I hope my boys see this and would love to do this build and then go camping with their parents sometime because we have our own camper.

[@charlesbook8229]

I'll give them credit they did build it for $1000 but only because they had a lot of the supplies needed, already laying around.

[@TheMansfieldlad]

There's gotta be over a grand in tools even second hand

[@homevalueglass3809]

Including the trailer

[@randybobandy9828]

​@@TheMansfieldladtools never count

[@TheMansfieldlad]

@@randybobandy9828 why don't you just fuck off with Lahey and rehearse one of those plays you're always in.

[@RCG3Games]

​@@TheMansfieldladyeah tools don't count but the trailer and extra material does

[@THE_BLOOD_MAN]

luxury is generous but i love the amount of work you guys were able to do on this. the perfect DIY spirit

[@SteedDigital1]

Except that 16awg wiring. That is the Achilles heal of the whole build.

[@monhi64]

Hell calling his use of the word luxury generous is being generous. I mean dawg cut every single corner that he physically could, title is 100% clickbait. I get the KZbin algorithm grind and everything but it is a lil annoying. Fortunately the end result is still pretty cool so I don’t think anyone is that upset. I guess the rationale is they were going for a luxury aesthetic even though it’s 90% “poor man’s fiberglass” & “the cheapest extension cord they sell” 😂

[@TimeBucks]

You guys make it look so easy

[@1DivineKnowledge]

👍

[@rumadey2423]

👍

[@nicolecomeau6112]

thumbs up

[@juijahura1417]

Gd

[@deputyfuzzball]

FR IT MAKE ME ANGY >:(

[@Rishabh-o2p]

I love how you built RVs❤❤😮😮😊

[@ThisMrMister]

I love the 3D graphics going along with what they're building. It just makes following along what they're doing literally a thousand times easier.

[@furiousredeem1207]

yea i think they're using sketchup.

[@mindbodyself]

The fact that they weren't wearing PPE gear or gloves made me cringe the whole time i was watching this ,smh.

[@n4thawin]

​@@mindbodyself you wear gloves when you press the dislike button too? 😂

[@toddbender3463]

Those beds are skinnier than the ones in solitary confinement. That's not going to be "sleeping comfortably."

[@onoybeuh]

@@toddbender3463 some people sleep on the floor. it is more healthy to sleep on a solid surface anyway

[@DandamanGAMEZ]

I love that you're finding your "Niche". I started watching when the Walmart Marathon came out, and it seemed you were still in the discovery phase of what you wanted to do. Still amazing videos, but I REALLY enjoy these build videos with your style of editing. I hope to keep seeing more! I love that you are building your channel with the help of your brother and dad, its so sweet. Cheers!

[@JimYeats]

I think PMF is usually made with waterproof wood glue, not regular wood glue. If you are completely relying on the paint to act as your water barrier than you might as well have just used paint on the OSB after caulking the seams. The point of PMF is that it’s multiple waterproof layers, plus paint as your bulk water barrier. That extension cord is cheaper than romex because that extension cord was 16ga instead of the necessary 12-14ga. Drywall for the inside of a moving and bouncing trailer is going to begin tearing through the screws quickly. You could buy 1/4” mdf or plywood pretty much as cheaply.

[@blazinasian461]

Also the tiles going to crack

[@JimYeats]

@@blazinasian461 Potentially. Tiles are actually used quite frequently in luxury Speinter van conversions and seem to do alright if correctly installed. Really depends on the rigidity of the substrate you’re adhering it to. But I agree, I wouldn’t personally use them, way better options.

[@gantz4u]

Dont ever depend on solely exterior paint to protect OSB. Quality of craftmanship is not what it looks like when its finished but the longevity of how it looks down the road and this camper has none of that. Its a quick sloppy build designed to last 10 minutes for utubes and thats disingenuous and should be down voted as encouraging irrational and illogical behavior.

[@JimYeats]

@@gantz4u Obviously you would never just use paint over OSB, that’s my point. That’s basically what they did. Non waterproof wood glue and material aren’t going to protect much.

[@CommoditySC]

Sell this for cash away from where you live right away. $$$

[@robertscholz4486]

The mistakes of using tile on the floor and sheet rock for the walls have already been brought up in the comments, but if you are going to try to use poor man's fiberglass you absolutely need to use the correct glue -- Titebond 3 is waterproof.

[@stevensanmarco9815]

Works great on turkey calls too.

[@christophernrodriguez8296]

I really don’t think that a regular person could make something like that for a thousand bucks, but it’s pretty cool that you showed how you budgeted out your project. I also loved the idea of a “poor man’s fiberglass”.

[@chucklakeridge7944]

Agree, the extra material they have around, not to mention some specialty tools, is over a thou.

[@chucklakeridge7944]

@@TheCataclysmitician Consensus is .. these kids are full of crap and their camper is a POS.

[@katdraco9999]

@@TheCataclysmitician i mean under $900 is technically under a thousand.

[@bruhbruh7786]

Honestly they kept it that cheap cause they had a solid amount of the materials needed on hand, in reality for somebody to actually attempt this as one of if not their first builds they'd have to buy most of those materials outright. Also for a beginner they'd have to get several tools that they might not have and honestly unless you wanna gamble on some tools you got from the pawn shop the tools and equiptment alone would cost at least $1000+. I really like it and it looks awesome but its a bit misleading.

[@dustybunny6716]

I took notes on the poor man's fiberglass for later.

[@search_eternal]

Looks pretty good. But drywall was a bad idea for a camper. Should have just used wood paneling which is about 1/8 in thick and very light.

[@server1ok]

I agree, + you can shave off another 150 USD on the cost :,D hahaha

[@max57rich37]

Spray foam insulation would have been a better choice also

[@IndependentArmz]

or just 1/4 drywall for weight. Moister barrier drywall. it goes in kitchens baths etc. anywhere a water pipe is.

[@Slowpaws1389]

Agreed

[@Itried20takennames]

Yeah….this all looks decent at first, but the wood and dry wall will turn into a mildewy, rotted mess in a couple years thru condensation, water leakage, hot/cold cycles, etc,

[@ThisMrMister]

Between the budget counter going up as the build progresses and the snippets of 3D graphics visualizing what they're doing next is just so good. Well done Chay! That camper would be so nice to have.

[@ChayDenne]

im so glad u liked the animations! they were my first ones so they were super hard to do!

[@ThisMrMister]

Even more impressive. I'm pursing 3D animation so I guess I just appreciate them that much more.

[@mindbodyself]

​@@ChayDenne please wear PPE or gloves next time so i dont have to cringe watching it 😢

[@wille3573]

@@ChayDenneI’d utilize the space above the kitchen/living room with storage space

[@okramw1]

Use aluminum 2×4s; plastic corners; a Lewins🚪; panneling or plastic sheet walls;🔋LED lights. U can save about a thousand pounds. Materials choice is crazy too heavy 🤔

[@radicalrick9587]

*For just $900, along with $2,000 worth of scrap materials lying around, you can create an affordable tiny home.*

[@moofynu]

It definitely was not 3k worth. 1.75k max. Which is less than a decent pc. A fricken camp trailer for less than a pc. Even if jt was 3k thats a good buy

[@radicalrick9587]

@@moofynu *No, I agree. The point was, it will cost more than $900 because most people don't have a lot of the right materials lying around such as you guys did. They'll have to purchase most of it.* *FYI, I paid almost $3,000 for my laptop with upgrades. It's a monster. 5TB SSD, 36GB Memory, 4GHz, etc...*

[@treaac8207]

​@@moofynua decent PC is around 1.2k-1.5k wdym lol

[@CT-pb9id]

I was going to post this same exact thing. I was going to go a little higher in materials; hardware, glue, windows, tile, electrical, etc. If you have 70% of your build on hand, it will be cheap. If you had plywood, and a few other items on hand, you built a LUXURY CAMPER FOR FREEEEEE. Amazing!

[@Yogurts-83]

@@treaac8207 depends on how decent you want it to be

[@nonegivendontask]

For those wondering: the reason that the electric cord was cheaper is two fold 1) it is thinner (and rated for less amperage) than romex 2) it is not rated for in wall installation. If it gets to warm (useage + insulation) it can more easily start a fire You may get away with this "hack" or you may die slowly in an electric fire... your choice

[@richbrunner7044]

Exactly 16 awg extension cord rated 10 amps in the open air versus 14 awg rated for 15 amps in wall. They could have probably found a smaller roll instead.

[@richbrunner7044]

After finishing the video, just the griddle alone is overloading that wiring. That was a foolish move for very little savings.

[@goldenstarmusic1689]

@@richbrunner7044 so what you're telling me is that the rest of this process is fine if you just do correct electrical installation?

[@twayland6186]

​@@richbrunner7044 I hope the window ac unit isn't on the same circuit 😂. Also I didn't see a circuit braker

[@kurosakikizunaga4251]

at least i feel more comfortable than on the street or in the car

[@jacquelineduran7959]

I understand that the pricing is meant to represent how much you actually spent during the build and your resourcefulness but I would love to see an additional pricing estimate where you include the items you had laying around excluding tools (for example: a separate estimate that includes the price you initially paid for the floor tiles per square foot or the cost of the bus metal using the lowest fb price).

[@dsxa918]

Schoolbus Metal!!

[@SmokeRingZ]

I'd like that too.. in addition to the few extras not included in the build yet present in the final product, like ; -Window unit -Flatscreen TV -Power supply (extension cord ?*) -Plumbing additional pipe and fittings traveling int/ext* *(presumably to hookups outside given the 'improved camping' campsite)

[@susanhighfield8284]

That tile isn't gonna last long. Vibration does terrible things to grout. Best to use vinyl flooring and for a camper this size you could get a Remnant for real cheap.

[@robinblackmoor8732]

Using steel studs for the build would have made it a lot lighter. That would save a lot of fuel when towing it. There were a lot of poor choices for material and techniques when building this thing. The wiring will probably start it on fire at some point. This is why they require permits, inspections and licensed people to build homes.

[@kevcubes]

PERFECT TIMING CHAY! I have been binging DYI Camper builds, I want to slowly but surely make an 8x8x10 shed then start building more complex builds

[@ChayDenne]

thats awesome!! good luck!

[@Flyfishing57]

Great job. I did one 5 years ago with different types of wood, 2x2 walls with rigid insulation and heat/ vapor barrier. Roof was paint instead of glue with a drop cloth. Trailer has 3 doors no windows (just a place for storage and to cook and sleep). 5 years later i have no leaks, living in Kentucky past 2 years.

[@LucasVanharten]

Bro he needs to ❤ this comment

[@Zeno74]

These videos are getting even more crazy keep up the awesome work

[@ReubenRW]

Here before this blows up.

[@mohammedbogis5770]

Here before this blows up.

[@dat1dude491]

Here before it blows up

[@AngelLopez-is12]

Here before I blow up

[@armaanarora4431]

Keep up with the comment bots 😂😂😂

[@Logan-Esq]

You guys crack me up 😂 The whole time I was thinking, “okay so it’s under $1,000 if I have stuff lying around.” But idk about that! Just show me how you build stuff and I’m cool!! 😄

[@Senbei01]

An alternative to the drywall material may have been supermarket slip-sheets. Many supermarket suppliers use pallet-sized sheets to keep the stock from sliding about on the pallet in transit. Admittedly, most of these are simple cardboard, but some suppliers use a mesh-fiber sheet with a smooth, hard, reinforcing top side. You'd want to nail/glue/staple them to each strut of your superstructure (they won't be as tough or rigid as what was used), but they weigh 1/10 (or less) and just get thrown in the waste at the end of the day, so will be much cheaper... or even free.

[@TheREALOC1972]

Plastic shower panels are cheap also, they are $17 for a 4'x7' panel, it would take 7 panels to do the wall, that's $119 before tax. It's a little more expensive than the drywall but a full panel weighs less than a half pound a piece plus they are water/mildew proof.

[@BlueHorde]

Or use coroplast from old election signs. Corrugated plastic has a slightly ribbed texture that will show after painting, but it will look good. Or make panels from cardboard covered with PMF - very light and wicked strong. Make the cardboard/PMF panels on a flat surface before installation so that they are straight and flat. Consider foamie construction. The 2 inch insulation boards are pricy, but they replace all of the sheathing and most of the framing lumber, so you probably come out ahead. PMF on the outside and inside makes a super strong composite that is probably stronger than conventional framing.

[@Smokey_da_Bear]

Plastic/resin materials can out-gas in certain environmental conditions. Use caution.

[@dalesworld1308]

That looks great! Only thing I would have done is called it an $1,100 camper and bought some 12/2 wire. When I see an electric cooktop and an air conditioner you really should have heavier gauge wire in those walls.

[@Mason95258]

Not going to lie, this was seriously cool to see. An old trailer, completely converted into a cabin for camping. Wow.

[@Mason95258]

@@karlwithak. I believe what you are saying: these guys need proper training for projects like this. Still is impressive though

[@TheFvonreiche]

I have been toying with the same idea for some time. Looks great. One suggestion for the inside walls. Use one sheet 4x8 piece of wood. Cover it with plastic and repeat the same process with glue and sheets of cotton. Remove with plastic still attached and repeat. Cut the sheets to size and screw to the inside frame and paint. You will be able to save a lot of weight and still stay close to you budget. Great work guys!

[@STho205]

Plywood or OSB outer walls and framing is OK. Interior, vinyl tile squares or a carpet mat for low weight and flex. Walls of 1/8 " Luan plywood at 1/10th the weight, easy cutting and same cost. No paint needed.

[@pathofnobility]

I love the direction you’ve taken this channel. The builds consistently are amazing and you make everything seem so down to earth. Much love to you and your bro ❤️

[@imxploring]

Great build, thanks to lots of "free" materials. My biggest concern is the total weight on that trailer frame and axle. The choice of some of the materials (tile floor and drywall) might have been better thought out. I would definitely check the total weight of the trailer. Also not in love with the extension cord hack. Overall a great build and video! Thanks guys!

[@SmallVansBigWorld]

The extension cord hack is probably my favorite part. Haha

[@deborahcurtis1385]

You could never get away with this experiment in Australia, there are loads of regulations about this, and you must have a registered engineer's report to show that it's compliant with the regulations. This is definitely a fun hack but in terms of safety and as you say the weight of the trailer on the boards...hmm! In Australia you'd have to get the chassis reinforced with additional welding and you'd need a metal base. Those wooden planks are nice decoration but not sure about the strength. Fun though...and it also suggests people might get a trailer that meets the regulations and convert it. The tow vehicle must be huge because the trailer looks tiny against it.

[@imxploring]

@@deborahcurtis1385 Totally agree. While I'm not a big fan of government and their overreact at times the fact that this trailer will be towed on the road and the possibility of a catastrophic failure that could impact others gives me some serious concerns.

[@deborahcurtis1385]

@@imxploring Yes the freewheeling, 'move fast and break something' approach is falling out of evolution. A bit of caution doesn't go amiss.

[@RogueAPBT]

@@deborahcurtis1385 First time visiting this channel, but the way they built it, they maybe just built it for the sake of a youtube video, and nothing wrong with that.

[@Rishabh-o2p]

Thanks!

[@kohala1815]

Thoreau would be proud. In fact, his ~$28 cabin at Walden Pond in 1845 cost him the equivalent of more than $1100 today. The narrative of your camper closely tracks Thoreau’s resourcefulness in building his cabin. Nice to see, especially since your camper was built by brothers.

[@mjkasper76]

Pretty amazing! However I would have wall mounted the TV to create a nice amount of storage space or more counter tops. Give us an update in the future on how well the drywall and tile floors hold up to the tweaking on uneven roads or trails. Great work!

[@horatiohuffnagel7978]

Tv wouldn't last very long mounted on a wall bouncing down a road.

[@micahnelson127]

Mini projector.

[@williamlewis9350]

Really enjoyed watching your build. I've fantasized for years about doing the same thing. Better than a tent and easier to use. Great job.

[@leirusaira-hc1vj]

I love this video. Great job guy's 💪👏. One thing I would recommend is using foam instead of drywall. I'm a plaster/stucco by trade. $10 bucks for foam then a mesh with acrylic. $60 bucks a bucket covers inside and out .plus acrylic hardly cracks and flesxis.

[@dustinfuselier3375]

YES!!! You guys built something that is affordable and perfect. I've been looking to do something like this but always think most conversions are way too high endish. I'm inspired

[@esterdrass4964]

If you know what you are doing, omg yes. Or have friends that can help. I do look at these conversions and some of them are too over the budget. If I knew what I was doing, I think I would love to do something like this.

[@blackgirloffgrid1054]

Consider getting an enclosed trailer then you just have to modify inside

[@vianne6434]

Same here, this is very doable!!! but in Australia all vehicle builds need an engineers certificate and they need to be safety inspected every 12 months..

[@Mario-ov7ez]

You guys make it look so easy! I really love the creativity of these videos, it's cool to see how far you can get if you're creative and resourceful enough!

[@MrPanzerDragoon]

Imagine how many homes you can provide for the homeless.

[@Dokic.]

I absolutely love these ideas. I know they won't last, but what fun.

[@leem200]

Love the design of it. Looks modern and clean. Love the lights and the counter tops are beautiful. The sink knocks it up a notch too. You designed it real nice. Good job, love the inside colors.

[@lukeroberts649]

Your glue coat reminded me of a project I did in high school, the balsa wood suspension bridges that had to hold the most weight contest in Technology class never specified in the rules that we couldn't paint our bridges with glue. No one else painted their bridges with glue, I more than doubled the weight held by the bridge in second place. Don't underestimate the power of a layer of glue

[@SupHapCak]

Those contests made me mad like Thinking up a layer of glue is creative but just telling kids to go at it with zero training is kind of a rigged game. I’m annoyed because there are a ton of things I could have done better if people explained them in a way I could understand, like building a balsa wood bridge. I mean you basically need at least one engineering class before you can make one.

[@sharonoddlyenough]

A nice first try. I would have made different choices, but you may have been limited in some ways regarding materials that were salvaged. I like the sink and countertops. If you're cooking with a portable stove, make sure the closest window is open a couple of inches and don't use it for comfort heat. Consider getting or making an outside cover for the ac unit to prevent bugs and road debris from messing up your fins. Consider putting a vent on the roof to let heat escape and make the top bunk more comfortable if you're camping without plugging in. I know I'm just shouting to the void, but I hope you update how well it worked, how it lasted, maybe a weight. If anyone is considering making one of these, know that there are some weight saving techniques that are less expensive than what they used if bought new.

[@sandrasillery4493]

You guys did a great job! I absolutely LOVE the counter top and the way you used a pallet to make it. I would personally have to have a tiny bathroom with room for a little shower and a toilet. When I was young we had a small camper with a bathroom that only had a shower curtain that would sometimes get the toilet wet too. It was that close and that small but it worked and we always had a clean toilet. LOL. Seriously it was a weird layout and could have easily been done better with like a side-by-side instead of toilet facing the shower. It would only need to be a little wider.

[@kevinlassberg]

You'll get a handful of uses out of this before it falls apart. There's a reason why camper trailers are constructed in a certain way

[@knightofcydonia1192]

Vibration is one of the main problems.

[@glitter_fart]

i dont think viberation is going to be their problem, might not have so much time on their hands if it was. @@knightofcydonia1192

[@bootstrappedfriend1752]

I hope the person behind him doesn't get to participate in his learning experience 😢😂

[@saintmalaclypse3217]

Yeah, but as long as you have thousands of dollars worth of "leftover" materials laying around, it's cheap!

[@harrisonclark4382]

😂 @@saintmalaclypse3217

[@TheKyleStylez]

The amount of dedication this takes to make in terms of time, quality, and editing, is truly amazing in all aspects! great work to the both of you! :D

[@garyhines6767]

Like the 💡 but you need lighting and ventilation . Small A/ C unit would be perfect for that camper . Summer time here in Texas with over 100 degrees with heat index 123 degrees you will melting. . It's whatever you want to spend for your camper. Looks 😎😎

[@Granny-Loves-2-Hustle]

u guys are incredibly talented! I love when materials get repurposed! You save the planet, and lotsa cash! If u built these campers, and posted them for sale, u would make a ton of money! Also another great tip for building a counter top, is to go to the stone yard, and ask to see the sample pieces, or the chipped pieces, and u can use those to make small counter tops by cutting it yourself!!

[@lmeza1983]

Save what???

[@americanveteran1]

To keep your weight down, you could have used interior paneling instead of drywall. And I would have mounted the AC higher as cool air drops, so whomever is sleeping in the top bunk is hot and the person in the bottom bunk is cold in the location you put it in. But all in all a pretty cool build. Even tho it would have cost a lot more in south Florida with the 2023 prices on lumber.

[@joshr8666]

Good thinking

[@BennyTheButcher2]

Great build, guys! One word of caution... With something so tall in proportion to its length, be ultra aware of weight distribution and balance. You don't want that thing wagging around, or worse, while pulling down the highway.

[@davidcampbell9172]

I will use foam insulation, salvaged from scrap. I will use vinal shower stall sheeting instead of drywall. Thanks for the inspiration. I'll let you know how it goes.

[@danielbecerra9235]

Wow. You guys are amazing!! Love that you work together as siblings too. Making it look easy and enjoyable!

[@joyfaithlove]

I'm always impressed with the commitment you have to make such incredible content! I was so excited to see this one be executed, was especially impressed with what you did with the pallets! I need friends like you guys in my life. 😍

[@rdt8]

That was nicely done! However I agree with everyone else about the extension cord not quite cutting it or being a good idea over actual wiring. Also, my back hurts just thinking about sleeping on those "custom mattresses" made of two layers of mattress topper 😅. The sink works, yes, as in it has water flowing through it but I'm assuming this is just cold water from your campsite? Where does the water go, just right back outside? There's no toilet. No shower. I agree the drywall was probably not the greatest idea over OSB or even laminate paneling. Not the most aerodynamic thing ever but you worked with what you had and did a nice job! 👍🏻

[@Shane7son]

Bro, this video was a blessing to me. I do a lot of traveling daily. I have a house but I still need somewhere to stay. Thank you. I also want to do the same thing you did, but with the restroom and the shower

[@crazyoreo9454]

I love how y'all use hearing protection, i see SO many people online just forget it, you guys are very professional.

[@aknzortuk4027]

Yeah but they don't wesr protective equipment while installing fiberglass insulation which is very harmful to touch and breathe.

[@berserkrblitz3231]

Yep, 20 years of power tool use and metal concerts with no hearing protection. Now I get the constant company of a little high pitched “eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee” sound 24/7. Don’t underestimate the value of silence.

[@kylesimone6140]

@@berserkrblitz3231 im so sorry you have to go through that :(

[@crazyoreo9454]

@@berserkrblitz3231 i feel you man, i also hear that high pitched sound (which is called tinnitus btw) but only when it's very quiet, that's why i prioritize ear pro when working

[@lynnhayes2363]

Just a quick safety note: make sure the pallets are not chemically treated. Kiln or air dried only. But a really fantastic build. got a lot of great ideas for something I've been thinking about!

[@rudyramirez4623]

Still wouldn't trust them. No clue where the pallets were stored or what was transported on them. Good watching out, though. o7

[@bogus_not_me]

Damm! At 81 and unable to walk, I keep missing out. Wish I knew what I know now when I was able to do what you did. Just a couple bad decisions 60 years ago and I'd be happier now. Great work, very usable trailer. Applause for your ingenuity and skills!!

[@jackiedobson9218]

Where are you?/. As soon as I’m done building mine, I’ll come and get you!

[@dennycelestinohybridspecies]

That is awesome to build such a comfortable cool and fun living space for $1000! I wondered if it was made out of steel frame and aluminum that it could be used as a sleeper bunk for a big semi truck tractor. That's how it was done in the old days before they had the big walk-in sleepers which is practically what you have there. I was a truck driver myself and the son of a truck driver and I thought that would be very interesting. I love how people are making living spaces out of basic everyday objects like trailers, and cargo trucks of many sizes and school busses.

[@N0tAb0T022]

Great job dudes! The only thing I would recommend is having a GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) plug next to your sink. Wouldn’t want to light you up in the wrong way! 😂

[@patriciabarnhart1886]

Did you address condensation, causing mold? Maybe irrelevant in your build, but I follow many nomads and they all speak of condensation, especially around beds. Looks great!

[@suzannecranford6819]

Solid design! Even if it ends up a bit more expensive, it would still make an amazing micro camper at a much lower price. RV pricing is going through the roof right now. Thanks for sharing.

[@triplefoam]

Looking good! Needs top magic vent/skylight in ceiling.

[@ExpediteTravels]

I’m wondering how the drywall holds up while driving down the road do you think it would’ve been better to use a Louan panels ? Nice build out though.

[@skrappr3649]

I always wondered why people didn’t just hang a hammock off the roof of the inside of the camper you could have hooks in the roof to tie it up and save a ton of space

[@Rick-the-Swift]

Not a crazy idea. I've never seen a hammock hung from a ceiling, just posts and tree trunks and such. Could it work, or would you end up sleeping in a U shape?🤔

[@ThePhool1]

Yup, a U-shape. Have to have some tension on your hammock at the ends so you do not sleep in a banana shape. From the roof? No bueno. @@Rick-the-Swift

[@jackiedobson9218]

Hammocks are the most uncomfortable things ever. I’d never install those

[@justinkane290]

Great build! I would not use 16gauge extension cord, spend the extra money and get some cl2 rated multi stranded 12 gauge. Other than that it looks awesome. I also worry about the old bearing in the trailer axle, but that’s not impossible to fix.

[@blaster-zy7xx]

Nah. They are just using small LED lights and such, they are not even running a circular saw kind of power draw and an extension cord will carry that just fine.

[@homevalueglass3809]

​@blaster-zy7xx They had an AC unit, an electric cook top and a TV in there. Not sure if they had them all on the same circuit or not. I guess I'd risk it.

[@classicalroach]

It’s really cool how you don’t need to use the bathroom or shower, how did you manage that?

[@justinerouthier7842]

This was so incredible. The only things that I'd personally want is a thicker mattress and a mini fridge below the sink. But seriously impressive wow.

[@soulwarrior85]

Nobody cares about bathing I see

[@obidave2]

​@@soulwarrior85just stay at a park with showers

[@soulwarrior85]

@@obidave2 f u

[@sinoverlord409]

I can definitely appreciate this build because you guys use what you already have. Keeping cost down is the best way to build. Comfort and functionality over vanity.

[@robertstaff]

Cool build. Could have been 2’ wider or 40% wider by placing side walls over wheels instead of in between them.

[@ayandey137]

I'm very bad at math😢

[@Lynn-cv1md]

Put a smaller window in way higher.. this looks like it's made to be broken into

[@carolross8937]

You are both Amazing builders. I Enjoy your videos. You use everything you have and make it work to keep costs down. Love the countertop. Thanks for sharing all your tips.. you don't have to spend thousands of dollars to enjoy the outdoors for a weekend. 🙂

[@Artboy2020]

Sorry to see the bus go! But these builds are very fun to watch, keep em coming!🙌🏼

[@ChayDenne]

it has a very happy owner now :) and thank you, we will!

[@CharlesTomwest]

I love your content on your DIY

[@joepifer1985]

@@ChayDenne how come you couldnt afford it? wasnt it paid off?

[@AJHart-eg1ys]

This kind of feels like me doing a video titled, "I put together an entire camping kit for $100," then just dragging out all the gear I already have and buying $99 worth of Ramen and butane for the camp stove. 🤣🤣

[@Pthommie]

I sculpt using paper, glue & water & during all that, I've learned that using some water makes it a lot easier to apply the glue. It's very flexible & strong & using cloth instead of paper is really a variation of paper mache, which was used by the ancient Chinese for lots of uses, including shields for soldiers.

[@narendernarender9719]

You guys know how to do things in a budget but you got all the tools and craftsmanship which is not possible for most of us. Keep the good work up

[@vanessaozuna9779]

There’s places that offer renting for tools 🙂 We rent tools like some shown sometimes for reasonable price at Home Depot or our local hardware store.

[@borisecneretz6414]

I think you 0:05 might surprise yourself. You could buy enough tools to do this for $500 or less. Which you can use for years to come. Fund someone to show you tool safety The rest is just do it

[@Swindonisforlovers]

So much to love about this project, love repurposing of the materials, the creativity, teamwork and the passion you both had.

[@nikolairunstrom5664]

Love it all except the extension cord in the wall... There's a reason that it was cheaper. It's not rated to be inside of a wall with insulation. But still super dope build.

[@kgar6769]

Yes. If you plug into shore current I would plug anything drawing high current (ac, heater, air fryer, etc) directly to the 110 outlet at your hookups with an appliance extension cord.

[@michaelhartzell9758]

I'm really impressed!! Two youngs guys showing that some of the younger generation are motivated.. well done. I'm not near the end but I hope you use it!

[@dellascott163]

Beautiful build. You could probably build a small awning over the door to further seal the water out...or a small screened porch with railings if you want to sit out at night or barbecue outside...especially if you're in a secluded place.

[@anolbe]

Great build. But the cord is extremely dangerous 😮 i wouldn't even sleep in that camper unless the cord was unplugged, and i hope you two also do that for your safety. Apart from that, it's a great build 😊

[@suzanneroche1243]

Really don’t want to hear any negativity about this awesome.camper. Do what YOU want but let others do what they want!

[@tylerpals6009]

If not negative it’s a thoughtful suggestion for safety. You seem like someone who can’t handle criticism

[@anolbe]

Great to see that you like the camper so much! But, sharing concerns is about safety, not negativity.

[@Sillydilly321]

​@@suzanneroche1243 You're an idiot. He's pointing out a safety concern, that's not "negativity".

[@lj7816]

​​@@suzanneroche1243 Don't be a complete tool. Running air-conditioning, lights, a burner, AND a tv off of that extension cord is more than a legitimate concern.

[@A_Cool_Duck]

just found your channel love that you make it cheap unlike some people who drop thousands and THOUSANDS of dollars, keep working hard

[@WrathNSek]

i love how these dudes get straight to the point like they dont say why before building or how theyre gonna do it they just. build 👍👍

[@rang123yea5]

Am I the only one who thinks the coolest thing about this is that it's two brothers working together on it? I'm tearing up, excuse me I need to call my brother.

[@deniseockey6204]

The platform for the beds needs ventilation holes, or it will mold. That is why slats are typically used to prevent mold from growing between the mattress and the platform.

[@Decencyisfree]

So true. We’ve learned this the hard way. Looks like they will too.

[@DeAthWaGer]

Could have installed drawers or flip tops for storage, too. That way at least the insides wouldn't be sealed completely.

[@kalebWX]

What u guys should have done with the windows was put it where the dent on the rv on the roof where its slanted

[@migmagingenieria]

Good job guys. I am in the middle of the process of a similar project, but must make it Alberta winter proof. By the way I will be using Titebond waterproof carpenter's glue, plus the final coat of paint. Good luck and cheers!!!!

[@marthacast2819]

Great video! Just curious how is it holding up with the glue/plastic/paint walls. I'd like to see what it looks like a year later. Considering my own project. You guys are an inspiration. thank you :)

[@alinehenley2569]

that was also my question, how does it hold up and did you get any infiltration....

[@MadMax-ut2wc]

They dont answer these, just make money on the video

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

Wondering too

[@JJG323]

This won’t last. I give it 1-2 rain storms before it starts leaking

[@GadgetsGearCoffee]

@@JJG323 or starts molding

[@satwikawira1212]

I think it's more realistic than used a school bus and more affordable for all people and definitely inspiring

[@Miechiskege]

Wow this was absolutely so cool and insightful. Thanks for the build guys! Loved this

i built a 100 foot by 8 foot camper

[@srf2112]

Great build. I personally probably would've gone with 1x2 walls and 1/4" or 3/8" drywall to cut down weight and gain a tiny bit of square footage.

[@joshuamorin2762]

I also would have done peel and stick faux tile. Real tile is heavy

[@srf2112]

@@joshuamorin2762 definitely

[@shawnhenderson1130]

I'm thinking drywall in anything that flexes as much as a camper has got to be about the most foolish thing you could do. Right next to using osb as sheathing

[@srf2112]

@@shawnhenderson1130 Personally I would definitely look for an alternate to drywall because of weight.

[@shawnhenderson1130]

@srf2112 oh 100& agree. There is a so many better options then drywall.

[@isuckatguitar6252]

Brilliant job! I would have used inflatable mattresses instead of mattress toppers but, hey that's just me & I need a lot of padding to sleep well! 😂 Enjoy it & the outdoors!

[@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.]

When u are young u can sleep on anything

[@isuckatguitar6252]

@@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV. Yup! I remember those days!

[@RH-rz9tp]

Inflatables would be too wide. Can't fit a fat person on those bunks 😀😁😂