Building the Ultimate Truck Camping Setup - start to finish DIY

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[@mav]

hope to see some of you this sunday at thorne bros! lmk if you’re planning on going :)

[@D-Hol3]

I would but I'm all the way in Ontario.... Big sad!

[@scottlipscomb6280]

The truck looks awesome man!

[@reesethemaulfiend]

I will be there buddy! Looking forward to it!

[@Willkreyify]

I'll be there most likely!

[@seanthefam2024]

So why are you building a stove when the right side of the truck if you have a slide out for the stove before in the back of the truck we are confused

[@benristeen2694]

Love the start to finish, too many folks would drag something like this out, through multiple 20 minute videos.

[@interstellar1423]

I was going to say the same thing. Thank you Mav for not milking this into 20 videos! Was a great watch and an awesome build

[@sewwes8129]

watching someone right now...theyre on their third video. 2 part before "tour" and now a reno IDEA video....not renos yet...just the ideas lol its brutal

[@Mate-bn8it]

Agreed

[@multipreach2674]

Get rid of the adds and jobs a good un.

[@yurrryurrr1463]

Don’t knock the hustle everyone doesn’t have mavs following

[@beccayaseen]

this is the coolest build i’ve seen yet. and the fact that you didn’t hire someone and made it yourself makes it even better.

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@SomersStudioNashville]

Honestly man this is the most impressive drawer setup I’ve ever seen in a truck. Well thought out and well deserved!

[@TRAVOH]

✅

[@pokeybumfinger2650]

The point up knives are driving me crazy though :P .

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@matthewhudak9982]

Idk I am trying to find it but can’t

[@liamplays2671]

Haven't stopped by the channel in quite a few months and all I can say is that I'm glad to see you recieve the recognition you've deserved with the growth of the channel. Looking forward to seeing you improve and create even more content in the future!

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@Squirrelfriend199]

@@JustBreatheASMR Faster - Cal Scruby

[@JustBreatheASMR]

@@Squirrelfriend199 🙏 Thank you

[@bobholmes65]

“I like to truck camp sometimes.” That is a huge understatement. I have been following you Mav since you first started. You are the poster child for truck camping. As usual great video. You did an awesome job on the new design!

[@MassageMystic775]

I laughed as well🤣 Mavs a Real One

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@tobybyrddash2322]

I’ve watched you for quite some time and there’s a reason you have soared on KZbin; never click bait, never excuses, never dragging any one thing into multiple videos, just always great content packed full of new adventures and projects! Great job Mav!

[@MassageMystic775]

MAVS A REAL ONE

[@danandtab7463]

this is totally my style of youtube. personal and not corporate and no gimmicks :)

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@lcloverviewman5755]

Loved this video, Mav. I really admire your work habits, keeping your shop clean. Makes starting a new work day much easier when you clean up night before, You don’t get overwhelmed or discouraged with inevitable mistakes , and you even use your awareness of your occasional “scrambled brain” to be nice to yourself and think things through again. You’re an inspiration! Thanks a lot!!

[@stwong71]

Love that the floor is removable to increase storage and sleeping! That twist was a nice surprise!

[@zachadsitt3087]

Hey Mav, Some friendly advice from a more than hobbyist wood worker. When it comes to staining and or painting. I usually turn to a wet sponge or wet towels and pre dampen the surface. It allows the surface to open up and take in more strain or paint. After a few coats have dried you can always sand or steel wool to smoothen out the surface.

[@JuPac420]

This is great advice, my father taught me the sponge trick years ago and I still use it to this day.

[@enjay8950]

So you lightly dampen the wood with water before oiling/staining/painting?

[@zachadsitt3087]

Correct. You dampen it then allow it to dry before staining or painting. You'll feel the texture of the wood has changed due to "opening" up the pores of the wood. It's why when a piece of wood hasn't been properly sealed (like a kitchen table or coffee table) and someone places a drink that sweats without using a coaster, you get the raised ring where the cup sat. It is reopening the pores of the wood.

[@enjay8950]

@@zachadsitt3087 Wow thanks for that! The amount of times I was beaten as a child for leaving wet drinks on the timber table. This is life changing advice, thanks Zach!

[@SocketSilver]

Pretty cool advice.

[@ST-ku5ni]

You do not get back problems, sore hands, or anger management therapy by asking a friend. Your resilience is admirable :) Cool build, Sir!

[@lyndadraper8684]

Love that you're so "real" and figuring things out as you go! Humble and honest, and just moving ahead getting it done! Thank you for the video.😊

[@vickielourenzo466]

I am absolutely addicted to your channel! I love watching your adventures in truck camping! Awesome build! Can’t wait to enjoy watching more!! Be safe and Keep on Truckin’!!

[@8mondaymonkey]

I’m old. In my life I have been a house framer/rough carpenter and a Bank VP. You seldom see contemplation quite the same from bank employees as you do with carpenters. If carpentry is going to work. It has got to be right. Great job young man.👍.

[@Stubby1085]

I know it’s not all about the money, but how isn’t Duluth Trading company all over this channel? You’re the local celebrity and they sell cold weather and camping gear. It’s perfect! 👍

[@hellobobby]

Awesome build Mav! You can see the time and attention that went into planning this new build. Sad to see the old build go but excited to see all the awesome memories you're going to make a share with this new build... See you on the road.

[@harrygreen9543]

I struggle so much with anxiety and i was having a really rough day, seeing now that you've posted this video has completely turned my day around. and i genuinely thank you for that

[@DoomyBart]

Hope your day gets better, just take a few slow breathes & remind yourself of the things that you have to be thankful for. Smile, be strong & confident, & focus of living your life to the fullest. You truly don’t know how special you really are. 🙏🏻❤️

[@Daner949]

Same Here Harry. This video made my day! Now I can't wait to build my setup in my truck! These videos bring me a lot of stoke & Joy.

[@Jordanfiend361]

Same with me. Been dealing with painful gout in my left foot for over a month and can’t even walk. Been crying almost every day. Been rough to say the least.

[@acmund]

Hello my friends. Check out Jordan Peterson...his words have helped me immensely.

[@Jordanfiend361]

@@acmund that guy seems to be full of lies and misinformation. Can’t believe his channel is even still going. Smh

[@josueavalos5962]

That floor piece that comes out and gives you more storage blow my mind , just wasn’t expecting that, nice touch to top off the great new build👌🏼

[@rafaelsakarya]

Sick build. Hardest thing with projects like this is making the design decisions and then bitting the bullet to make the cuts. Turned out great.

[@raisethe3]

It looks great. The amount of effort and work you put into it is amazing. Very dedicated.

[@EthanFromLondon]

Unbelievable work. The patience required to build something like this is what I don’t have. I would go nuts in the first day with the measurements

[@TRAVOH]

✅

[@YourNarrator]

Just gotta say man, love watching your channel man. Keep it up!

[@ethanhuss3077]

Sheeeeeesh

[@jiriveenstra8433]

Legend💯

[@enzo_brawl]

Ayo Narrator what you Doin here

[@enzo_brawl]

Soo Narrator you are into Keep on truckin ?

[@TRAVOH]

✅💯

[@samconagher8495]

Nice! More elegantly done than previous plans I've seen and more useful. Thanks for posting!

[@raytailor9251]

I've been watching since your first build. Nice improvements! Looking forward to watching your first overnight.

[@overwanderadventures7312]

Love how it turned out and you got it done pretty quick even with the mid build change. I built out my own truck bed last October and it’s quite similar to your last setup. Right now I’m renovating a camper to take out to Montana this summer and it’s amazing how many little unknown issues you encounter along the way in projects like this. Also figuring out measurements and actually cutting the wood is always the most stressful part to me.

[@Mike-pn8ln]

Especially with the price of wood these days lol

[@overwanderadventures7312]

@@Mike-pn8ln haha yes measure a million times cut once because we CANNOT mess up

[@fadeau5532]

@@overwanderadventures7312 N

[@howtru56]

Great idea on replacing the plastic bedliner with the BedRug. Insulative, sound deadening, easy to slide things on and fits every indentation and grove in the bed because it's made specifically for the model and impervious to almost all spills and damage - darn near bulletproof.

[@num6222]

I don’t know why but when Mav was looking at his phone and trying to figure out the hinges, I expected the “HEY GUYS! ChrisFix here!” 😂🤣

[@wattswildlifephoto]

Building out my truck this weekend so this was perfect timing 🙌 Really clever build man, got some great ideas from this. Keep up the good work!

[@atljoe_]

Can’t wait to see this build in action! Looks like it’s going to be a lot more comfortable

[@TRAVOH]

Agreed

[@dogcatdogable]

I was wondering why you didn't engineer an in-fill for the double bed and then you revealed it! Very clever. Maybe some kind of foldable mattress could work as a seat & backrest during the day, and then flatten out to a double at night? Also looks like it might be more of a pain to cook outside with, but I guess that's a worthwhile trade off.

[@squeaky_moths]

Yeah the location of the butcher block looks like it's kinda blocked by the tailgate mechanism on one side and the tailgate itself on the other. But inside looks like it will be way easier. And he also has the entire tailgate to use as a surface for the grill.

[@ryansessions6278]

@@squeaky_moths I believe his drawer sliders are 2 stage.....he can pull them out all the way where his entire drawer is hanging out of the bed.....should put his butcher block right at end of tailgate Great design!

[@DrCthu]

I was thinking both of the things that you mentioned but I have to admit that I made a surprised face when he got the small piece of wood on the top to make it a double

[@jessicamerced9116]

Pure talent! 💕 The new setup looks incredible 😄 The multi functional components are genius!

[@BigV96220]

with ya Jessica👍

[@freemanlin3777]

So nice to see you two again. Love the update.

[@joyceprice7369]

Mav, line those sliding drawers with contact adhesive. They're waterproof and easy to clean. Come in rolls and while fitting can be a pain, with your skills you'll have it done in no time!

[@dmore]

Great build, think you’ve improved practically every aspect of your previous build. The surprise lifting floor was a great twist. Looking forward to see you adventure in it!

[@LittleMo777.]

Great redo! What convenient storage and it looks wonderful!

[@I-am-a-Toyota-4runner]

Let’s all appreciate that Mac was able to pull off making a awesome place in his truck, keep up with the videos man!

[@thexxit]

When you said you were redoing the truck, honestly I never expected it to look so epic. It's a fantastic design upgrade! I think it it will serve you very well!

[@MrKeith1592]

The pull out floor panel that can extend the bed platform was a solid idea! Keeps it module. Nice build dude!

[@bertboy13]

Love the new build, with a well put together start to finish. Can't wait to see you test it out !!

[@chezman3892]

Nice build, gave me some good ideas for a build I am thinking about. One suggestion, I didn't see anything for electricity if you are at a campground with power. Adding an outlet outside the truck cord going to the back makes for handy power. Nice for winter camping to use an electric heater or even powering small appliances without having to use your battery in back. If you pay for power at a campground you might as well use it.

[@TTOS69]

I must say Mav, as a professional wood worker, I'm thoroughly impressed with the skills and quality of this build. I'm not sure if you have any prior work experience in this field, but I'd definently hire you for sure! So excited to see where this new set up will take you, (and us I guess lol!). Great job once again Mav, and I'll keep tuning in from Greensboro, NC! Much love brotha boi ❤

[@IWillSmurfYou]

I'd love for you to see mine and judge it as a firsttimer, if you got discord or snap or something

[@IWillSmurfYou]

Could also use some pointers with finishing

[@TTOS69]

@@IWillSmurfYou I honestly don't have any social media anymore besides KZbin (if that even counts). Got sick of all the negativity and division. But if you upload something like a PowerPoint deal or a video to your channel I'd be happy to take a look and make some comments.

[@sherrylosjoos]

His grandpa Bob was a general contractor. He passed away before Mav was born, but I think he passed on his skills to Mav 😁

[@joemama-cq4kp]

@@TTOS69 hard to believe u have no social media but alr dude

[@FlipAndLand]

This is such a satisfying build and the fact that the kitchen slides out for outdoor cooking is so damn cool. Great job.

[@anthonybucher5986]

This is incredible Mav. You have learned so much and are really becoming quite the builder. Well done!

[@lukelofgren4108]

This is awesome! I built a very rough version of this years ago right out of high school but you did a great job! The floor pulling out and turning it into a bigger bed is genius!

[@iankester3421]

Thank you for continuously putting out amazing content! You’re living the dream, we should all be so lucky! You’re an inspiration to us all to live our best life!

[@jlnasseri4390]

You are an admirable, decent and humorous young man and I truly enjoy watching your many adventures whether it be driving down to the Grand Canyon and camping to remodeling your truck interior. You motivate and teach people of all ages so much from independent traveling to cooking to even woodworking.

[@justnetter3444]

Epic setup!!! My day isn't complete without watching your videos! Calms the soul & mind. Thanks for the content!

[@Lazyguy2112]

Incredible craftsmanship.

[@musicpunk5]

That's honestly one of the coolest builds I've seen. And I pretty much only watch camping/ vanlife/ van build videos. I would probably replicate this over any build I've seen to this day.

[@TacoStacks]

Makes me want a truck now.

[@stevejeffrey11]

Look at gas prices lmao

[@hitchjack]

Mav your zest for life is infectious. Thanks for brightening my day.

[@alexheindl7447]

Just a friendly tip to everyone working alone with big sheets of wood or drywall. Tilt the sheet on its side lift one side of the bottom end put yourself in the middle of the shit lift with knees, pick up and lean the board on your shoulder while your other hand goes above head to catch it. Very safe and easy way to move sheets around.

[@bradyprice390]

I would've recommended securing the walls of the drawers via pocket holes every 8-12 inches but I think your way works too! Looking good!

[@bbranett2188]

I spent way too many hours in a ford truck for work. That key chime puts chills up my spine. The water based sealer products will always be water soluble.

[@rhondajackson3980]

Amazing job building from scratch. Motivation

[@jackmackakaheavyguyhaiku545]

I've seen you use the truck build plenty of times since this, but it's the first time I've seen the process. Very cool. Functional and good looking. Smart design.

[@N0tAb0T022]

Mad respect to this dude. Always reinventing himself. Killing it dude!!!

[@stevepackard8542]

He does a cooking show and his motto is keep on trucking?!

[@liamc1102]

@@stevepackard8542 Go outside & do something of value. Also you should go read a book called The Laws of Human Nature by Robert Green.. i think that will help you progress in life a lot more. God Bless Steve!

[@stevepackard8542]

@@liamc1102 Liam- Try taking your meds with food. It may help!!!!

[@stevepackard8542]

@@liamc1102 Mav supports TRUMP! Are you still gonna watch, snowflake?

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@OntherockNL]

Mav!!!! This build was amazing… wow. I didn’t expect something like this at all and I LOVE every single detail 😍

[@retiredpd]

I really like the layout that you did. I like the flat storage on top near the cab with the cubbies underneath, makes for a perfect nightstand when you're sleeping. 👍👍

[@thecrowsblow]

This video just made me smile. Thank you. I love the way you have an idea and just do it. Good luck to you.

[@run_rabbit-run9762]

The new build looks way more functional, can't wait to see it decked out and a camp n cook, one question? Why didn't you build a safe platform for the diesel heater you got, you already drilled a hole in the side of the truck for it or are you going another route for heating? just curious...

[@imsoemoyayaya]

Wondered this as well

[@brennanpryce2659]

My thought was since warmer weather is around the corner he might be biding time to get an understanding of how this build works for him, and how he might need to make adjustments before that gets installed anyway.

[@run_rabbit-run9762]

@@brennanpryce2659 Very true about the warmer weather, it looks like it would be a pain in the tukkis to remake that workplace platform, it's pretty snug in there. I guess since that thing is a bit large you would need for it to be removed in the warmer months. I just don't want to see him burn his rig to the ground, he caught it just in time last go around.

[@stevejeffrey11]

One option is an electric blanket, my jackery 1000 can run it for many nights & can be recharged via solar, the truck cig plug or wall outlet

[@futuristicPastgirl]

@@stevejeffrey11 but an electric blanket wouldn’t make the air around him Any warmer when he’s sitting around just cooking for example

[@andresmoros]

Damn, Mav, this looks awesome! Can’t wait to see you actually using it. Hope you do the same renovations with the Japanese RV, I think that one has so much potential!

[@ashash365]

I just restarted my build for my Chevy Aveo, you've given me some ideas to make me excited about maximizing utility of a small space again

[@paintbrushkeli7530]

Wow!! You killed it!! 🔥

[@RM_Garage]

Awesome dude. Finished my drawers last year and love watching builds like this.

[@bradleysawall8908]

Dude you're such an inspiration. I've done little upgrade to my van, because of your videos. I also use my van for work to deliver throughout Oregon, so I have to have as much space for cargo as well as myself.

[@ghstfmozart]

It's so thought out. Literally genius. Everything you had before, but upgraded in the best ways. .

[@BuckJones1909]

Thank you show the how to of your DIY truck bed drawers etc! I learned a lot! Thanks again!

[@tanner8355]

Hey Mav, had you given some thought to maybe making the front of the cubby for your stove hinged or removable? That way you’d be able to leave the stove in place while you’re cooking outside and free up some countertop (tailgate) space for food prep. You might have to line the drawer with stainless steel or something so it doesn’t become a fire hazard but think it would improve the feng-shui of your outdoor kitchen. Otherwise amazing results on the makeover, it’s super well thought out!

[@raininghispresence4188]

Love what you did !!!

[@Yt_xrider]

3:33 if kevin of home alone was real,he grew up to be MAV😂

[@Choppini]

what a neat solution, and great work done. It seems to be very practical and well thought-through. What would be interesting to know: the material costs. I do not have a truck, "just" an SUV, but one never knows what the future brings. Many features of your built can be used for an SUV as well. Congrats on how quickly your channel grew

[@bobpattison1739]

Like the energy you throw off!! Nice job!

[@Jimmerca]

Mav, your carpentry skills are getting pretty darn good. All that home DIY work is making you an expert. Thanks for sharing that was a really good VLOG👍🏻✌🏻 Keep on Truckin

[@brennanpryce2659]

I've absolutely loved coming along on your journeys over the past few years. It's incredible to see your mind work out the different pros and cons while you worked through this build. I can't wait to see your upcoming videos. I'm pretty sure you're one the most genuine and down to earth people on KZbin. Keep putting out your authentic brand of content and always stay true to yourself, Mav! Thank you for what you do. It's always a bright spot in some otherwise tough days.

[@StevenDoornbos-xo5jb]

Really nice build. Thanks for sharing

[@behnjaminbarlow5694]

Hey Mav, One of the things that i just seen was on your cutting board if anything is cut on the bucher block that may leak a juice it could fall into the storage below and damage stuff or the metal brackets and be a hard clean up job. If it is used as a cutting board at least.

[@elDoober]

Quick fix would be a 1/4 or so deep groove with a round router bit. A lot of boards have this.

[@SnapszDuhh]

Omg. I love the new build so much. It’s so classy and organized. Everything has a place. Can’t wait to see the first video when you take it out on the road. Good job Mav👏🏾❤️

[@amanchester26]

I must say this is the best video out there for this type of build. Great job young man,hope you enjoy this for a long g time !! your

[@MrMatto84]

When you do the flooring I found it easy to use a offcut to tap panels together so the joins don't get damaged awesome video I want do same in my camper trailer

[@TheRawOG420]

the evolution

[@natenolen333]

The mouse trap had me dying 🤣 no way you are letting that happen again! Build looks great Mav cant wait see the adventures and hope you have a great turnout for the weekend meetup

[@sitansusekharpanda3431]

Amazing to c one start to finish video ❣️

[@Meddy_Medhed]

Nice build! Really enjoyed seeing this start to finish. I’m not even getting to take a trip in the truck and I’m excited to see it in use. Keep on truckin !

[@OffGridAdventure]

So many great ideas in this video. Excellent woodworking and it’s perfect to have so much headroom to sit up.

[@danrhythm4147]

This episode is going to be your most liked. Congrats on the new upgrade looks dope. Can’t wait to see how it works out camping.

[@miamaccdoll951]

Appreciate these heart warming vids 👍🙌♥️

[@bradleybruening1569]

Dude this video you made was absolutely awesome man this was one of my favorite videos to watch. Gotta say seeing you work like this it’s different for the channel, but it’s good I’d love to see more content like this. Hey MAV how is your house coming along I know you have been working a lot on it. Could you possibly do an update video on the house and what you have changed

[@MileHighMountainAdventures]

Probably the best and well thought out set up for Truck Bed camping I've ever seen. Keep being a inspiration to us Mav!👍🏻💯

[@legendkillla21]

He made the bed smaller and added a other drawer and storage the man has a whole ass Japan camper seems like a waste

[@MileHighMountainAdventures]

@@legendkillla21 You do comprehend that Steve is for a whole other dynamic of Mavs Channel? Seems like you’ve never Camped in a Truck before? Having space to stretch your legs and sit up without any inconvenience is EVERYTHING! Seems like your comment was a waste. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Are you really born in ‘83 bruh and can’t comprehend?

[@JustBreatheASMR]

What the song at 11:39?

[@xay4331]

Love it! Thank you for inspiring so many people to follow their dreams! You're a awesome, wholesome person all around

[@lrparrish227]

I love building things and power tools. You did a really good job. Lots of work. Hope you have lots of enjoyment with it,

[@MsCissyBlue]

Looking back, ALL your videos help teach us! I now know something about FISHING, BUILDING things, and have lots of inspiration for adventures and cooking! But what I love the MOST MOST is the FUNNY VOICES! That's the very best most funniest part of MAV - ROCK ON little Bro - THANK YOU!

[@defro8367]

It's a visually huge upgrade from your previous setup. Looks like you're getting better at carpentry work too. It's awesome that you can choose to cook inside if it's too cold outside. Can't wait to see your first time camping in it.

[@jeanzyc.5103]

WOW Mav great build. You thought everything out perfectly. Can't wait to see your next adventure camping in your truck.

[@harrystarkie7541]

This looks incredible big man, been watching you the last year, in dark times you’ve help me out by understanding it’s okay to do things by myself! Big love man

[@TRAVOH]

✅

[@kentuckyleigh9623]

💗Xx

[@lhumpy190]

Looks awesome Mav. I love the way you just get in and get it done!

[@keithwoodcrest]

As a woodworker myself this is such a cool build to watch come together. Had to laugh fairly loudly to myself at the part where you looked up the directions to the hinges - been there, my friend, BEEN. THERE. lol 🤣😭😭😭. Looks great! Can always improve on the "little rough" things down the line!

[@VickiVampiressYT]

Amazing job, Mav! Wasn't expecting this. Love the new setup you've made. Looks like it'll be super comfy. I look forward to seeing more of it!

[@camilamatthews8762]

Looks awesome! Looking forward to your next trip.

[@DevlinRKyle]

great video man, i hope to try this someday with my truck for roadtrips n stuff. keep it up brother

[@butlerdawgs78]

Came out really good, Mav! Love all the thought that went into version 2.0. Looking forward to see how it performs in the field.