No Build Truck Camping Set Up Simple, Cheap, Window Covers, Easy To Install Lighting, DIY Conversion

DIY no build necessary for this truck camping set up. Easy way to convert your pickup truck into a camper. In this video I make black out window covers, install cheap lighting and modify store bought storage containers. This is my Toyota Tundra camping do it yourself bed conversion build.
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[@rea8755]

Hot Glue is your friend!

[@byranttaylor2534]

I stapled my Velcro to the fabric. Worked great.

[@RadReelingFishing]

Great idea for sure! I eventually had to super glue the velcor to the fiberglass camper shell for the lights and the covers. The heat effects the velcro glue and they come loose. Thanks for sharing.

[@BornAgain777-m5t]

Can't wait to watch some truck camping, catch, clean and cook! That'll be cool 😎

[@Dink_master_fishing]

I’m glad to see the new truck getting upgraded even more to use it for even more purposes

[@johnchamp2473]

JC. They make vents for the top of your cap that will let some of the heat out and not let the water in. Some even have crank handles so you can close them completely. You may also want to get a portable fan or something to cool it down so you can sleep. John

[@RadReelingFishing]

Thanks for the ideas, greatly appreciated.

[@rider660r]

@@RadReelingFishing It wouldn't be hard to run some 12v to the truck bed,the taillight wires are already there,just follow them with some 10awg.They make those roof vents with built in fans and you can add other small things like recharge ports for your batteries,phone,etc. Add a 2nd battery ( a deep cycle) behind your truck seat and have it isolated from your system but capable of having it charged by the alternator.Whatever accessories you run back there will only pull power from that deep cycle then.It's how campers and RV's work. I'm making my '96 Explorer into a mobile fishing camp.

[@gabbyofmilton]

You and I think alike. I am 77+ years old with a bad back, but being a DAV and my age I can get a free pass to all State & National parks so I aim to do about the same setup in my 2011 Ford 4x4. I ultra light catch and release. Enjoy thank for the window covering tips.

[@naveenvadluri5169]

Very Cool set up JC, didn't expect that you gonna make that as a room, looks like you are going to start long fishing trips, and I am waiting to see!

[@trampster7306]

Nice one JC! I like your thinking with the way you have laid that out. A few suggestions - a like thinking person has already said a rod rack in the ceiling. I would have glued the velcro to the blackout cloth - to hell with all that sewing! Plus I would put some gas struts on that top tailgate door. Some means to lock it from inside would keep you secure when sleeping too. Stay safe & well - see ya! 👍👍

[@johnchamp2473]

JC One other think for your camper that I learned from experience. Have some way to secure (lock) yourself in from inside the camper when you are sleeping. This will keep unwanted critters like raccoons, bears and bad guys, from sneaking in on you. John

[@genochen125]

I love your setup, very simple, functional, and stealthy. I might have to steal your idea because I love to to kayak and camp. This way it allows room for plenty of other stuff. 👍👍👍

[@joserios275]

Heck yeah J.C I'm excited for you

[@coryhyatt2035]

Whewwww! Cant wait for some camping vids!

[@TB-xx4gc]

I am presently working on the same thing - even have the same cot, except in canvas - and for the same reasons you've mentioned. I did go a little beyond, though, with adjustable two-tiered metal shelves across from the cot, upon which I will store a Bluetti and 2 Walmart plastic 2-drawer "dressers," and adjacent to those a portable fridge. On the top shelf will go a microwave, a satellite receiver and tv. (Yes, I do like some of the creature comforts of home.) Outside of that I'm giving thought to what I want for storage under the cot.

[@vaughn1804]

Make sure you have some fresh air coming in 👍 Very cool idea

[@michaeldesantis2777]

Hey brother. Great meeting you today I hope I see you around at harts some more. Tight lines.

[@cindyfulton1056]

B-7000 glue. Heat or cold doesn't affect it. Time saving and made to last. It's also not instant drying, so you have time to rearrange if need be. Once it cures, it's a solid bond.

[@Pmckh]

Good work JC, you should take 2 of those lights and put them on the top tailgate door so if you’re rigging on your tailgate at night you can have light shining down

[@RadReelingFishing]

wow! That's a great idea. Thanks

[@Pmckh]

@@RadReelingFishing No problem, could also do one with a red lens to save night vision

[@fishinmagician81]

wtg JC. you are a very resourceful dude,I love the ease of use with the tubs for storage,nice job Brother ,Tight Lines

[@redstephens9218]

Awesome brother!!!! Can't wait to see it in action!!!!

[@unclesam7212]

Looking forward to more catch and cook vids in the new stealth camp.

[@travisg2780]

Love the set up, now to get some portable fans

[@moblack5883]

creating new style content....nice

[@phyxp12345]

So cool, id want to do this maybe but can't imagine driving without my back window visable

[@johnswanson3741]

2" foam on top of the cot is a necessity, and a thick carpet on the floor will feel much better when you are squiring around in the back.

[@WalterJ-FL72]

Nice, you've "Rad Reeled" your truck out! If it gets too hot, just grab some of those old 12v swivel fans like the bus drivers used back in the day before ac was on buses. I'm still waiting to see a center console pushing that truck around. 😁

[@gnameadow6064]

Nice set up!

[@Eugenia_Farms]

the not releasing the name to due money was kinda funny

[@RadReelingFishing]

Right, he was very clear with me in the return email that they did not want more business, ha ha...That's a good problem to have.

[@tamsolo1584]

Great non-build build! I love the plastic storage towers! I have plans of using those for my van build - gonna take the top drawer and plumb it with flexible tubing that when closing the sink drawer, it will cause the flexible tubing to effectively bend on itself and create a P trap for odors... also you could add some plywood to that tailgate and a piano hinge to extend the tailgate into a deck space... JUST SUGGESTIONS! YOUR BUILD CAUSES INSPIRATION! 🤩🥰😇

[@RadReelingFishing]

now that's a cool idea piano hinged plywood to extend the working area!! I like it a lot.

[@tamsolo1584]

@@RadReelingFishing yo, I gots mad brilliant ideas… just waiting on funds to get them done

[@jcpeeples9256]

Nothing wrong with a little. “Redneck” enginuity. 😎. You are ready to hit the road brother.

[@groverwoody9464]

Nice modifications.

[@rdo075]

Where is the live well? lol Great build👍 dollar tree also has potable battery fans, you may want that back there as well. Rod holders also.

[@JeffreyDRein]

Traditional skills of the fisherman mariner

[@riverasurbanhomestead7564]

I have the same shirt!! Can't go to work today my arm is in a cast lol

[@chrisstringfellow7591]

Need to get one of the small re chargeable fans to cool you off in there, circulate the air a bit for you 🤙

[@RadReelingFishing]

Great idea! I have a small electric fan that would work with my power bank. Also have a deep cycle battery with an inverter that would work too. I don't really plan on camping when it's hot.

[@chrisstringfellow7591]

@@RadReelingFishing I don’t blame you, anything to help you out! We need you in tip top shape for more awesome videos!

[@_-_Xander_-_]

portable ac for comfort is a must especially because ur in a closed space in florida

[@vladfish]

Good job man.

[@bicalipierfishing8951]

Hello JC happy fishing 🎣 Wednesday 🎣💛👍 nice what you are doing with your truck camper thank you very much for making me laugh I need that laugh you should get a portable fan for the summer time when it gets hot for you can stay cool in the summer

[@RadReelingFishing]

You bet

[@hoodlum206]

Nice setup. Two ideas... First roof vent. Second, a piece of plywood that screws to the tailgate that is around 6 inches taller than than the tailgate just to add more space when using it as a counter/work area. Plus it makes the tailgate flat on the inside instead of bumpy.

[@RadReelingFishing]

good ideas, thanks!

[@luisa.davila1021]

Wow, you finally got a truck. Lou

[@travisg2780]

Lol Jc bout to live on the road 🤣 😂

[@RustyReels]

This is awesome!

[@mickeyg3139]

What about cheap solar panels on the truck toper roof. That while charge the battery bank during the day while you are fishing

[@rider660r]

For that liftgate you can buy some liftgate prop rods and throw that stick away,it's a accident waiting to happen. If I was doing them I'd buy the prop rods for a old 1966-77 Ford Bronco,the liftgate on them were heavy,steel frame and glass so they'll have no problem holding up that plywood. They make hydraulic strut rod kits that come with brackets and are not to bad on price.I prefer how the OE style were and they never wear out,but you can not ride around with the liftgate up (well you shouldn't) because to close them you just lift up on the liftgate and then lower it.When you hit a bump it will bounce up and slam shut. The OE style is $59 from both Toms Offroad and Bronco Graveyard,the hydraulic is $49 from Toms but doesn't look like Bronco Graveyard has them.

[@gregturnbow7089]

What kind of cot is that, I'd like to do the same but am having a heck of a time finding a cot that will go over the wheel wells. Also The bed size is 6.4 Thanks for your help. Be blessed.

[@RadReelingFishing]

The company is called Camp Time

[@gregturnbow7089]

@@RadReelingFishing Thank you.

[@angelicsiren11]

Thank you!!!! I’ve been having the same problem as well. Appreciate you answering. Love the setup and versatility!

[@autoozero2131]

You could mount your hatch prop stick on a hinge. Screw the hinge on one side so it hinges toward the other side and use your Velcro to hold it in place while not in use.

[@moncorp1]

Or just add some struts

[@jackfunk5765]

man ya know I love ya. this is great we live in florida so I have one question for ya. what are your plans for the heat? you just built a sweat box man. it's going to be 150 degrees in there.

[@RadReelingFishing]

Thanks for watching. I don't plan on camping when it's hot. Although I have seen some truck camping videos where the person added a piece of plywood where the tail gate closes and made a cut out in the plywood for a window air conditioner. They powered it with a generator...Too extreme for me.

[@baskiff155]

Great truck interior conversion but my question what are you going to do about AC and keeping cool in the summer?

[@RadReelingFishing]

I don't think I'll be camping during the summer months.

[@TheDouglash]

What time of the year were you camping? I love that primitive camping!

[@RadReelingFishing]

I've only camped in SW Florida, so the coolest months have been the best for camping.

[@dennislewis7602]

Hey buddy it looks awesome!!! I’m waiting on this guy to move. So I can buy his 95 Silverado! It’s nice and has a camper shell also. You helped me get my creative juices flowing lol! I see you making a lot of nice videos now. No more running up and down steps lol. I’m over that myself lol. One thing I just got was a camera mirror. They have them at Walmart for like 30$. But I got mine on Amazon. Maybe something you want to look at. That why you see out back. But yeah IT LOOKS AWESOME!!! I almost want my truck now. So I can do this and maybe get to Florida!!! I sent it to your email.

[@RadReelingFishing]

I installed a back up camera already. Thanks for the idea though.

[@dennislewis7602]

@@RadReelingFishing lol right on bro! Lol you’re ahead of me! But it still looks good!!! I’m watching what you do so can get ahead 😂

[@unclejun84]

You can tint film for house, it’s rubbery tint very easy to apply plus. 5% tint

[@unclejun84]

Lowe’s have it

[@edwardbranch3520]

Really cool video JC. It may not be a fishing video, it is a fishing support video! I can’t wait to see what you have up your sleeve. Stay safe out there brother.

[@tonydamian9494]

What kinda cot you got sir? I’ve been looking for one that will dodge the wheel well like yours but they’re hard to find! Thanks

[@koleab]

I think allot of the work is great...I love being able to be mobile, compact and organized. However closed in there, at night, what ventilation? I could n\would not sleep without airflow or "cool tems?

[@Kevinw4040]

You could always pay a tint guy to put some 5% limo tint or double limo on those topper windows. No one would ever see in even with a flashlight. You’d still be able to slide your windows open if they slide. Nice job

[@AverylovesJesus]

I’m pretty sure If you have a cell phone or light on in the camper at night, people can see inside with limo tint

[@Kevinw4040]

@@AverylovesJesus doubt it very seriously. Have you ever seen inside a limo at night with people partying inside or tried looking inside a limo during the day or night? It’s virtually impossible.

[@bobk.1428]

I’m curious how you plan on staying cool. I bet it will get crazy hot back there.

[@RadReelingFishing]

I'm not planning on camping during the summer. If I did I'd buy a small window ac unit and camp where there's electric hook ups! There are some vids on KZbin of people doing that. A couple of those creators ran the ac with a small generator.

[@bobk.1428]

@@RadReelingFishing cool!

[@carljurgansen2151]

Maybe a rod rack on the ceiling 🤔?

[@kpocala1061]

You need one of them ice cooler air conditioners

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

Need a roof vent get a lot moisture inside

[@2Cool4Ryan]

JC. Since you’re an experienced catching fish here and there. I have a serious question, I did lots of researches and want to hear it from you. Are we allowed to park at permanently closed store? Thanks

[@RadReelingFishing]

That question is better suited for law enforcement.

[@dantheairboatman1234]

If you decide to give a hint on where to get the cot let me know please, not having the center support is the bomb.

[@dantheairboatman1234]

@@RadReelingFishing thank you so much👍

[@RadReelingFishing]

@@dantheairboatman1234 you are welcome

[@simple_man_jb]

I wouldn’t mind a hint. I’m sleeping on a mat on the floor trying to find the right cot. You have a lot of great ideas. I will definitely be using some of your ideas.

[@Living-on-a-Lake]

Tell us about the cot. How does it fit over the wheel well.

[@RadReelingFishing]

It fits great

[@DonnaOwen-s6r]

I really wish you would have mentioned the cot company. I need a cot that fits over the wheel well. Watched just to find out. Loved your vid but think it's petty to not tell the name just because they didn't cut you a deal. All that hurts is your viewers.@@RadReelingFishing

[@hulksmash6648]

I want that shirt

[@damionsowers8612]

I wonder how power pro would've worked for thread

[@rider660r]

Probably the only thing that junk is good for.... I do use braid to sew stuff (just not PP or the Jbraid garbage),especially buttons (BDU trousers). I also use it to tie Sea Witches.

[@tonyp6307]

Where did you get your lights ?

[@RadReelingFishing]

doller tree

[@Dink_master_fishing]

Put a battery box with outlets And things then you can charge devices and have a fan going

[@RadReelingFishing]

Great idea! I have an inverter for my deep cycle battery. I eventually will wire it so the truck alternator keeps it charged.

[@thevernonposse]

I stapled them on the material

[@mrjeff2396]

Extremely over-engineered this project.

[@moncorp1]

I'd want mine blacked out too. They'd still know someone was in there though. Snoring

[@TonyPhillips-jy7ev]

Don’t put glass need for ventilation and escape to cab

[@twodogstudiomt]

Should’ve paid someone with a sewing machine. 😉

[@lilcs3011]

You could go even cheaper and cover the windows with aluminum foil.

[@timhansen2577]

That velcro doesn't behave well in summertime heat.

[@RadReelingFishing]

Okay, any suggestions if I have problems?

[@daleaturner6797]

Where the cooler going

[@RadReelingFishing]

Either in the cab or the bed of the truck.

[@N8dagr8t]

Why is it we see truckers sleeping in their truck on the side of the road nobody cares but if its a car or small truck everyone freaks tf out. Truly a strange human phenomenon.

[@RadReelingFishing]

I like to watch truck camping videos mostly for the adventure and the personality of the KZbin creator.

[@rider660r]

Duh,they have APU's/pony motors that power the AC,microwaves,refrigerators,computers,Xbox's,etc.

[@N8dagr8t]

@@rider660r So don’t most van-lifers though.

[@rider660r]

@@N8dagr8t LOL not like those APU's. Motorhomes/RV's have their Onan's,they're like the APU's but much smaller.

[@rider660r]

@@N8dagr8t I forgot to add,a lot (ones properly set up) of the vans use a battery isolator.They add one or more deepcycle batts that charge off the alternator but the isolater doesn't allow the power for the accessories to use your starting batt power.

[@12390erock]

Roll a cot

[@wegottafishdude]

Crack kills lol

[@RadReelingFishing]

ha ha...

[@carpit1000]

Gorilla glue and a couple staples… never sow again brother

[@peterpiper487]

Why is it funny to see a man sewing but it's NOT funny to see a woman chopping wood? Do I detect a bit of sexism going on? Looks like you did a great job on the window covers.

[@dakapbj]

Wow, looks great! Look out @mav and @crazyquady there's a new kid in town 😂