I turned a $10K trailer into a $70K Modern Home

[@swinesmoocher]

Nice build. You may want to look into securing your side door latch when you are in the trailer so someone can’t lock you inside.

[@jacobwagler]

I actually attach the lock over the latches and put the side bar off to the side when I’m in the trailer. This was something I wanted to make sure wouldn’t happen. I appreciate your comment! This is definitely important and it’s kind of you to take the time to mention this! 🙏🏼

[@keithmorris6760]

No kidding about the outside latch. Also -- those "deadbolts" as he referred to them are anything but secure. Well under a minute to quietly pop that door open.

[@bvr1962]

my thoughts also

[@davidnoonan7893]

@@keithmorris6760well he’d be outside his trailer in under 15 seconds, w his buddies Smith & Wesson by his side, lol

[@pablochacon40]

The roof ac looks like a great place to get knocked of on a low clearance place .

[@Mysteryofitall]

Love the heat pump option! Makes so much sense and keeps you comfortable no matter where you are! Great build!

[@jacobwagler]

Yeah, I have appreciated is so much this spring when it’s between the warm and cold weather! It makes this place super comfortable and it’s super efficient!

[@oosterhome]

I’m impressed Jake! Wow! Well done 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Hope this little home will be used for the glory of God Blessings

[@AL-vw7kx]

Yeah... well thought of for a small space, You sure did made it cozy and comfortable.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate that! 🙏🏼☺️

[@sunnygal57]

The pullout bed is a brilliant idea! I like that it is only used for sleeping and not as a gathering/seating option. Love the entire build! ❤

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate your kind and positive feedback! 🙏🏼

[@bt7482]

I was thinking the floor was going to raise up and hinge away revealing the bed.

[@IKARIANOFFICIAL]

This is brilliant. I could live full time in there.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! It honestly feels very homey ☺️

[@carriecreates1207]

Well done! Well made! Very nicely organized. Thank you for sharing this with us!!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate your encouraging comment! It’s my pleasure to be able to share this ☺️

[@karaleeann1211]

I love the chair, and the more than adequate heating/cooling solution! 👍 at the end of the day climate control is important for comfort. ❤

[@johnholland7369]

Bit of advice, learn to lock the door on the outside in the open position when you're inside. That way, someone can't lock you in.

[@jacobwagler]

Yeah, I have a lock for the outside for when I’m inside. Appreciate your concern! 🙏🏼

[@johnholland7369]

Forgot you have windows. I'm a retired truck driver. One night I slept in my trailer on a cool night in a truck stop, and guy thought he'd be a good Samaritan, locking me in . No windows!! Thankfully another guy heard me.

[@lukekao8136]

Did you think about a "rain collection system"? then all you need are water filters and you won't have to constantly get fresh water. Just a suggestion / thought.

[@jacobwagler]

Yeah, I’ve thought about the concept but just didn’t have time to implement it. It doesn’t seem like too big of a hassle to get water when needed but might some something I do some research into over the next year. Thanks for your suggestion! ☺️

[@kbee1735]

Yahoo!! A Canadian built cargo home on wheels!! 👏👏👏

[@jacobwagler]

Heyo!!! Canadians represent 💪🏼🇨🇦

[@truenorthstrongfree8566]

@@jacobwagler NIce Build Eh !

[@kycalm]

The in floor heating is a unique solution. I’ve not seen anyone do that before. Nice trailer conversion.

[@ZealousZ_]

God's got this. 💯💯💯💯🙌

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you 😁

[@pambenoit2036]

This is great. I've seen a lot but this is the best so far❤😂

[@lindamiller5489]

Wow that's awesome little home

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@taniadolphy5122]

Very nice buildout. Looks comfortable and has a homey feeling ❤.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! It really does have a comfy feeling and I love having this as my home ☺

[@tybrady4598]

Love the idea of using a trailer for living in. However, I wonder how limiting a trailer might be? A lot of camping spots might be on dead end roads that will be near impossible to turn a trailer around.

[@shannonmurphy9790]

Everything looks really nice. Great work!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! ☺️🙏🏼

[@KrisB-d2j]

Impressive Jake! So proud of you! Safe travels!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate your support 🙏🏼😁

[@odellmccain1993]

Nice build! Is there a way that the bed can have this stick on sliders (I would screw it on) or perhaps low profile lockable casters to make pulling it out much easier?

[@Lylo-mj8ek]

Outstanding build, very "homey" feel.❤

[@godrulesme8619]

Great presentation...really smart design and incredible work. Incredible job!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate your encouraging and kind words 🙏🏼☺️

[@godrulesme8619]

@@jacobwagler you are welcome...I watched some more of it in detail. You totally maximized the space yet made it look roomy and comfortable. Perfect job.... I would watch you photography courses, but I need to learn how to do video recording so I can start a KZbin channel for myself and 5 dogs. And hit the road in my camper...or in my bus/conversion or both.

[@godrulesme8619]

And brilliant job on that bed. I actually can sleep pefectly with egg crate foam with a layer of memory foam since I like it super soft...and it works well on the hard floor also, but I would still have to store it somewhere...to put on the floor so your pullout seti[ would allow that also.

[@jacobwagler]

@@godrulesme8619 yeah, that was the goal is to make it feel open with every piece being used! ☺️ That’s great to hear you’re pursuing this path as well! There’s tons of free information on KZbin so I would encourage you to look on the platform here 👍🏼 Best of luck to you on your adventures!!

[@herbieburbie]

Get rid of the chair and get a hammock. I've slept in a hammock for 4 years and it's the most comfortable. They are an acquired sleep but once you figure it out it's the best. I'm surprised out of all the camper conversions I've seen I've never seen one person use a hammock. It would be perfect for space saving and also they are 100% washable so you can avoid all the creepers and foul smells of traveling,hiking,biking,camping,BO ect...

[@jacobwagler]

That’s a super interesting idea! I sounds like it would be an adjustment but something worth trying 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@ZachAsaD]

Very nice use of the limited space, nice quality finish too and you have everything you need pretty much

[@user-ef7xk1ss7w]

Love it! Genius

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! 😁

[@amythinks]

You have an incredible talent for finishing with trim and details. That's some serious designer chops.

[@jacobwagler]

Wow, thank you so much! I felt that was the hardest part of the entire build but I'm thrilled with how it came together! I really appreciate your encouraging comment! 🙏🏼

[@countryboy63077]

A very good build for most of your needs!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! It seems to meet the majority of needs ☺️

[@marybriseno436]

Beautiful build. 😊

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! ☺️

[@5dragonflies1]

I didn't find this video, it found me! I've been considering building out a cargo trailer. Love your designs! I too, would probably go with a power system that's just easier to work/learn, and just tweak it as needed! You mention a couple of times how well insulated this is. Would you give a brief description of the materials used and the process? Or, maybe just get that other channel going for the build videos? I went looking for it and yt says it doesn't exist. Posting here in a dedicated playlist would work too.

[@kelias1025]

Hi Jacob, great work ! I'm worried about the propane tank being on a shelf above the level of your bed. Because propane leaks and sinks to the ground.. right where you're sleeping!

[@81redddd]

Taking baking soda helped my acid reflux a lot

[@jacobwagler]

Thanks for the tip! I’ll give it a shot!

[@jacquelinemillward4641]

Also pickle juice!

[@nathandalleave252]

awesome build! That's what I love about cargo conversions, you can customize it to what you personally need, I really like the idea of the trundle bed under a sitting platform! Might have to incorporate that into my next build! Have you had any problems with instability while towing with all that weight at the very back? I had to re-do my camper to re-distribute the weight but I only have a single axle cargo camper.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate your comment! I’m glad that it could give you a little inspiration for a possible future project! I totally agree that the Cargo trailers options are limitless! I’m looking forward to seeing how you take the platform idea and innovate it to make it better! Surprisingly the weight distribution has been totally fine. I think the reason why is because when I travel, I stow the batteries directly over top of the axels and those are the heaviest items. Once again, I look forward to seeing your design ☺️

[@charlesrovira5707]

@6:06 I *_love_* your induction cooker stored like you've got it. Try cooking _Sous-vide_ because that's great too, if you've got a pan to apply some *Maillard* reaction too make it _look_ as good as it _tastes._

[@michelle7352]

This is the best compact layout and build I've seen. Great job. I don't suppose you have a cut list or materials list? EDIT: (You just answered that at the end: other channel.) 2nd EDIT: (Sorry, can't find it. I tried all your links. ????). I never considered a cargo trailer, but I'm beginning to see their value. Thanks for posting.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! It took me a lot of planning and thinking through to come up with the design! I don’t have anything posted as of yet from the building process but I’m hoping to compile some edits within the next couple of months. Unfortunately I don’t have a material list but if it would help, I can give you a brief overview of materials. I just don’t know the units of those materials off hand. Yeah, I was thinking Bus or Box truck but with having the capabilities to drive just the truck and leave the trailer if I need to was the best move I ever could have done! I love this layout a lot!

[@Bullwolf1965]

Your trailer looks amazing!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate that! 🙏🏼

[@breakdownbill1]

Nice Bluetti set up. I have the 200Max with 2 180 watt solar panels to run my 5x8 cargo trailer camper. My only major draw is the Frigidaire 5k btu window unit. It runs on less than 300 watts and has a soft start for the initial draw. I do want to get a Bluetti 300 battery pack to insure the storage. I was hoping to see the draw from your mini split on your Bluetti. Can you give us those specs,,nice build and thanx in bunches 😊

[@brettnafziger793]

This is so cool man! It turned out amazing!

[@jacobwagler]

Thanks Brett! I worked hard on this one but it’s definitely a project I’m proud to put my name on! ☺️

[@NeverAloneNeverAfraid]

I’m trying to build mine out in a few weeks 😅

[@jacobwagler]

That’s amazing! I wish you the best of luck on the big projects ahead! 🙌🏼

[@truenorthstrongfree8566]

Love the build Jacob, especially the boxes and licence plates. Go Canadian Eh ! Ontario - Keep it Beautiful :-)) One thing I would recommend could be either relocating the waste water pipes or protect them with shields of some kind , depending on the type of terrain or off gridding of any kind being traversed on, Was just thinking due to clearance , it could be accidentally broken or regrettably torn out or off. I mean like, the speed bumps are getting just huge already and just uneven ground :-) Anyways, Brother, keep up the great work and Keep on Keepn on ..........Grow Canada Go

[@Doc1855]

😳WOW, You did a fantastic job ! I love it !

[@TheGoodTheBadTheRowdy]

Your solar setup makes mine cry! Hahaha. I have a small anker 1000, 2 panels, for my 2023 daihatsu hijet tarbow box truck camper. I need to learn how to make videos haha. I am glad I found your page!

[@fayeprice5500]

Thanks for shairing you home

[@jacobwagler]

You’re very welcome! Thanks for taking the mini tour ☺️

[@joanies6778]

Excellent build. The only thing I'd change if it were my build is to put the sink at the other end, because I'm a lefty. I would want my prep space on the left side. The counter could be used as a place to put my drink or stuff while sitting on the couch, and the sink water wouldn't splash onto the pillows. Otherwise, well thought out, cozy, & nicely built! 👍👍 Oh, and a big no on that snake on the floor... 😱

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! That’s a good thought! I actually find I keep my work desk up all the time so it’s easy to put things on while I’m on the couch ☺️ Yeah, the water splashing is something I wish I had considered but I’m glad the cushions are outdoor cushions and meant to withstand water. Haha my grandma had the same response about the rug 😂 Appreciate your comment ☺️

[@atmn3408]

This is so awesome 👏🏾👏🏾U did a amazing job.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your feedback ☺️🙏🏼

[@NeverAloneNeverAfraid]

I’m planning to work from home in my trailer

[@bannedtwice7767]

I'm planning on working from my trailer in my home.

[@donnabratcher]

I'm old and would love this...lol....but in a handicap version. Even oldies like going camping, fishing. I could see me doing that and just a relaxing, playing some online gaming. Just getting away from it all. Wishing you much fun on your adventures. New subscriber btw.

[@jacobwagler]

Well I sure hope that you get the opportunity to get out and enjoy the life like you mentioned! Thank you so much! Glad to have you apart of my journey ☺️

[@LetsgowithMio]

By far the best layout I have seen in a cargo ❤. I love the bathroom! May I ask for measurement of the shower and the wall divide the bathroom ? Thank you 🙌🏻

[@pobo6113]

I love your conversion. I have seen your ideas in tiny house video too. You are very creative. Nice job.👍

[@Grammyabigail]

I find your eye for details is consistent with a great photographer. Your rolling home is really cool. Nice job!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate your kind words 🙏🏼 I absolutely love my home, it’s such a great space!

[@billstoys8324]

This design has some really nice features. I am concerned about all the weight at the back of the trailer. If you have no water in the tanks what does your tongue weight look like?

[@dianaverhulst3407]

Fabulous trailer conversion. Best I've ever seen.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! That’s so kind! 🙏🏼

[@chaosncheckt9356]

First I want to say nice build. My wife and I travel about 200 days of the year pulling a nucamp t@b 400 BDL. Comes complete with wet bath, kitchen, RV queen bed, small dinette, 3 way fridge (DC/AC/Propane), and microwave. My second thought, just wanted to make some observations doing a visual comparison between our rigs. I am confident you could have gone with a more energy efficient and smaller a/c - heat pump unit. We have a Cool Cat and it easily handles our 15' of living space and lives tucked under the bench, driver's side of the trailer. If your Bluetti system can power the a/c, I have to ask for how long? Is there an outside plug where you can recharge your Bluetti from shore power? Given the under carriage clearance when you were pointing out the drain pipes, could you have considered running both tanks into one outlet and placing that further back towards the leading edge of your wheels? You didn't mention the size of the gray water holding tanks - if you are at a camp ground with sewer yep you can run the sewer hose open but what about when there is no sewer connection? No stabilizers and looks like no spare on the camper so assume you carry it in your truck bed. With this design, I would be curious to the tongue weight and your true loaded weight. None of my comments are meant as criticism but are simply questions from someone who has spent a heck of a lot of time in a small camper on months long trips. The one safety concern is that propane bottle inside. Safe travels.

[@dianalanders2457]

Increase your fiber and probiotic foods, decrease saturated fats. It will make your reflux go away. I love drinking Kombucha with ginger. Great work! I can see you put your heart and mind into the build.

[@jacobwagler]

Thanks for the tips! I’ll try implementing some of that! Yeah, it was lots of planning and made it feel like it was me. Feels very homey inside ☺️

[@patriciamuskevitsch8359]

Love the bed setup

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! Awesome to hear you like the concept!

[@fionamclean5706]

Try the carnivore diet for acid reflux. Trailer amazing, well done!

[@jacobwagler]

Thanks for the advice! Thank you also for the compliment! 🙏🏼☺️

[@chaosplan]

It works

[@Enjoywatchingyoutube8227]

If you think your power supply will allow it you may want to pick up air fryer, they are small and compact and will allow you to bake food vs just a Cook top. You can get one under $100.. nice build

[@jacobwagler]

That’s funny you mention that because I had the same idea! I bought an air fryer and it’s the handiest thing ever! I love it and it’s quick! 😁 Thanks for your comment and suggestion ☺️

[@EMBERS-BECAME-BRIGHT-JOY]

Great shower curtain hooked in the rails!

[@AprilPvd]

Great Build! I love the bed!

[@DSJ72]

Looks so cozy and homey

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! It really does feel homey! I love being in this home every day!

[@charlesrovira5707]

@10:20 I've subscribed because you're giving me *_information_*_ I can _*_use._*

[@jacobwagler]

@@charlesrovira5707 super pumped to hear that! Glad I could help

[@CBAmakingAusername]

Amazing

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you!

[@DSJ72]

Beautiful inside! You deserve d a fantastic job!!!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! Glad you liked it! 🙏🏼

[@chrispowbilledo9993]

That sag is insane

[@ceenuff]

First let me say that this is awesome! I’m sure someone probably already asked this question, but aren’t you afraid of getting locked in? Someone can seal you in what would you do if that happened.

[@Why_Not_travel]

This is dope

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! 😁

[@Why_Not_travel]

@@jacobwagler question how much did you pay for trailer? And could you recommended a good place to buy one. Thanks!

[@jacobwagler]

@@Why_Not_travel I paid $10,000 for the trailer and I bought it from a guy on Facebook marketplace. I think Marketplace or Craig’s list is a great option. Just need to look hard for deals.

[@Why_Not_travel]

@@jacobwagler the me my friend! And I’m trying to figure out what pick up truck I one need to pull something like that I hear Toyotas are good dodge also .. but would probably go disel for the gas mileage. Again love this build man! And thanks for sharing

[@Ladythyme]

Goodie for you 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@EA1373]

😊 nice build, backsplash too busy,hurts the eyes. Would of went with a gold an white angle design,but still nice work,slats to extend bed out an rollers on the other 🎉❤🎉

[@Ferretlover64]

Could you please share the build video for this? I looked in the underneath this video area, but I couldn’t find the link to the other channel onKZbin….. I think that your trailer bill is brilliant and I would love to see how you did it so I could borrow some of your ideas for mine 😊. blessed travels and bravo Zulu!!!!!! job well done

[@jacobwagler]

Sorry about that, I haven’t gotten to editing up the building part yet. I’ll try to follow up if I make it there 😅 Thank you so much though, I really appreciate your kind comment! 🙏🏼

[@EMBERS-BECAME-BRIGHT-JOY]

Nice choice: black, white, rustic wood 🤎

[@kyled2329]

That's not near a 70k tiny home.

[@kornanthony23]

What you would pay for it doesn’t matter look up any tiny home the going rate would put this at around 70-90

[@mariamaria2751]

Everything in there and the trailer itself. Yeah I bet it is 70 k

[@mariamaria2751]

Shits expensive

[@Joel_Maverick]

But you clicked on the vid didn't you. It's all about the title

[@kornanthony23]

@@Joel_Maverick I did not

[@seanmcarthur3168]

Awesome build 👍🏼

[@DowntimeArts]

I live in my van too, I’m hoping my husband lives like this as well 🥹🙏🏾

[@amazon69s]

hey dude this is a really nice build

[@jacobwagler]

@@amazon69s thank you! 🙏🏼

[@Mazda.Fit.]

7:00 Hit them with that sneak peak of those Lays all dressed chips

[@glendachilders]

A clinic I went to recommend sinus rinse with distilled water.An article on my phone said regular water can kill you.If you use it on nose.Thanks for info

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

If those lithium batteries ever fail while your asleep…RIP.

[@jackiekeesaman1571]

Nice! Enjoy!!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you!! 🙏🏼

[@charlesrovira5707]

Nice. I'm looking for something I can pull with a *CyberTruck* because a *CyberLandr* is a bit too $$$ for me right now.

[@ireneromero5326]

Great conversation ! 😊

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you so much! 🙏🏼

[@dupre7416]

I solute the Amiga computers that sweatily generated this jaw dropping CGI.

[@mejustme71]

I was with you until the bathroom. Kudos, thought! Good work.

[@YouTubeMaster1611]

What’s up with that mini split on the roof? Never seen that before.

[@jacobwagler]

The reason why I did that is because I didn’t have any other place to mount it. I would have mounted it on the to tongue of the trailer but I have a smaller tongue then normal.

[@denvaleast]

Looks great, Jake! Happy trails!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I really appreciate that! ☺

[@annaouverson7123]

Very nice! Good ideas!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! I’m glad you liked it ☺️

[@scottkelusky1138]

well done - excellent

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! ☺️

[@genespell4340]

What I want to see is somebody take a thousand dollar trailer and turn it into a travel trailer by spending a couple of thousand dollars on it. Spending $80,000 dollars on a trailer that small is insane.

[@stacyhackney6100]

It's very nice.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! 🙏🏼☺️

[@connielentz1114]

Some interesting ideas, but having to move chairs around would drive me nuts. However it’s obviously perfect for you. Best of luck.

[@jacobwagler]

Yeah, it’s not ideal but I’ve found a groove to adjust and adapt to it. Thank you so much! ☺️

[@margaretb2269]

Cool bed idea!😎

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you, I appreciate that! 🙏🏼

[@ralphjones7531]

put that bed on rails that be key. nice work

[@jacobwagler]

It would be nice to have on rails just dealing with limited space. I appreciate your suggest and your kind comment 🙏🏼

[@holly7010]

Great build it looks awesome. Have you thought about a tankless water heater? They take up hardly any room..

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you, I really appreciate that! I think I did look into them but I think running the water the way I wanted just wasn’t going to be exactly what I wanted. I really like my water heater ☺️

[@rmontena4583]

Jacob, 2 questions about your entrance door: Isn't it possible that a criminal type could lock you in 😬 and does your bed overlap that same door preventing you from emergency escape?

[@berndkirnbauer2540]

Nice build. How do you make sure that nobody locks you in at the side door? If someone walks by and closes the latsch from outside you're locked!

[@naomidonovan-perry2667]

Nice build.

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@tgziceblood]

Great Build though I question the position of the main unit for your mini-split, seems a bit out of place up on top.

[@jacobwagler]

Yeah, it’s not ideal but I have a smaller tongue on the trailer then normal so I had to place it up top. The height is still lower then your typical RV so I’m still good with height 👍🏼

[@alwayswandering52531]

I plan to do the same with my eco flow for power. I’ve not seen anyone use them this way before and was wondering if anyone had.

[@jacobwagler]

Yeah, honestly to avoid the headache of regular solar set up, I think this is a phenomenal solution! They’re such easy units to use and I find them pretty effective for what I need ☺️

[@SandysSerenityCorner]

very nice!

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you!

[@sarahbyrd772]

Very nice

[@jacobwagler]

Thank you!! ☺️

[@a016202]

Beautifully well-designed build. Esthetics aside, it’s very functional and so many wise choices to save space and power drain.