Skier's Cargo Trailer Conversion into Stealth Off-Grid Camper

Cedric Yves Denis is a freeskier who converted a cargo trailer into a super stealthy off-grid camper that he can park and live in almost anywhere! The interior is simple and functional with a converting couch bed, a wood stove, a spacious kitchen, removable table, and loads of storage. He even has a garage built into the back to house his ski gear and solar power system, and even more storage space in the bed of his pickup truck.
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The trailer is a Lightning single axle, all-aluminum12'x6' cargo trailer and the DIY conversion project cost approx. $16,000 CAD all in.
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[@ExploringAlternatives]

Thank you for watching! You can follow Cedric Yves Denis on Instagram here: instagram.com/cedricyvesdenis/ instagram.com/bigfootthetrailer/

[@johneilert1894]

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[@rolando707]

Awesome 👏🏼

[@codygrismer308]

should look at adding soft copper pipe around the chimney. small water reservoir and could have simple hot water. will circulate without any pump. have a tap on the reservoir and works great

[@angelcrawford670]

Do u guys know where he bought the wood stove from

[@andreab5865]

@@angelcrawford670 look up Grisly wood stove. One of the best ones on the market for tiny home builds.

[@MrBrianDuga]

Those little retainer clips they created to hold the cabinet doors shut are genius.

[@theWZZA]

Rubber bands, tho

[@misswildlife7905]

@@theWZZA True, you could use those, but they have too much give in them to be completely secure like the wood locks..simple is always better and not having to buy gadgets to do the job. No bathroom!! eek!

[@QuiteDecent]

Yeah, that's pretty smart.

[@dblkluk]

Use a quality soft close concealed hinge on your cabinet doors and you wont need them.

[@MyGreenNest]

theWZZA rubber bands get old and brittle. The wood ones are bomb!

[@brucel399]

Very nice setup. The closed cell insulation was a great idea. One thing I can recommend from years of camping all 4 seasons, is stop at any decent truck stop or Amazon and buy a 12 volt electric blanket. You can use it at night instead of having to get up to restock the stove. Take care and enjoyed the video. Cheers from Colorado

[@michaelm9621]

This guy knows how to live life. Hats off to you sir.

[@llkjjjss]

Yeah having rich parents helps

[@maxm1151]

François Dillinger builds like these are cheep if you do them yourself, wouldn’t be surprised if this was less than 8,000 dollars

[@sherry866]

Meh, Not really. Just for one, that Wasted Entire Kitchen/Counter space. I can go on with Another 5 problems, but as long as he's happy that's all that matters I guess 😁

[@BangBang-hk4rg]

Max M 5:01 He says it cost over 16k Canadian

[@g3neriik901]

@@BangBang-hk4rg which is about 13k US

[@Broncitis6677]

He blocks out windows = "super stealthy no one knows I'm in here" Guy walking by: must be just another trailer with a chimney smoking to keep the cargo from freezing.

[@Barry29684]

Ha, ha.

[@xyzsame4081]

a good observer would notice the exhaust (hole), but when he is burning wood, he is in the wilderness, the stealth comes in when he travels and stays in urban areas.

[@xyzsame4081]

10:00 the ladder I use to reach the solar and to _change the chimney_ when I travel ....

[@jsegura525]

Xyz Same he meant when he is moving so that the chimney does not get lost or knocked off.

[@Quataija]

Lol

[@krystalbrooks6869]

I love how simple this trailer is. The main point is it helps you do what you love at a cost effective way. Thumbs up....

[@ibdaffy]

Hardly cost effective at the price, given you could have bought a dedicated trailer (used) with much more amenities.

[@anothersomebody8195]

@@ibdaffy kindda hard to find one that does what he wanted. Too heavy would be most scenarios. Not insulated for cold weather. Harder to remodel and put a stove in.

[@sunlite9759]

@@ibdaffy You are right. I bought an old truck camper/w toilet ( only 4 wheels down) for $2000 but his trailer is very innovative. Had an airstream but problem with tires all the time. That is why I went for a truck camper.

[@relaxinginreno]

Cedric, a suggestion to your heating situation. Look up the diesel powered heaters. We use them in our sleeper units for semi trucks with no problems. They use very little fuel, very little power (12 volts), vent exhaust outside and can run for days off a 5 gallon tank. Imagine never waking up cold at night or come back from skiing to a warm trailer. There are many kits for van conversions and rooftop tents on the market. I thoroughly enjoy my -20 degree nights in Montana. Hope this helps.

[@chtomlin]

what about AC? Seems to be the biggest issue.

[@VENIfromRUST]

They have knockoff diesel heaters now I got mine for $120 delivered and they actually have had good reviews. Of course they’re not a webasto but they are definitely worth the money

[@shilde]

I love this post because we’ve been on the hunt for a heating option for our off grid property. I like the sound of this.

[@CroakerOutdoors]

@@chtomlin His best bet will be shade, good insulation, and a 12V fantastic fan.

[@BrassLock]

Folks living in Narrowboats long term in the UK canal system are now replacing their multifuel heaters ( wood/coal) with similar diesel heaters for the British Winter.

[@sbctech741]

So impressed with people like this figuring out a way to work for a while, then go pursue a passion. Love the ingenuity.

[@matthewolson9704]

Sure beats punching a clock. Love that he's living his dream and pursuing his passion. Looks like a simple life and a rewarding experience

[@lIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlI]

Great and all, until you realise you don't have a house to return to or have a pension fund to sustain you on your old day. So impressed with the stupidity of people like this figuring out a way to end up working for the rest of their lives.

[@sbctech741]

@@lIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlI seems like you’re making a lot of assumptions, probably due to a fixed mindset. First off, there are a lot of people that aren’t looking for a traditional nine to five and retirement. Just because he doesn’t live in house doesn’t mean that #1, he can’t go rent an apartment if needed, and #2, can’t contribute to a retirement account.

[@riverraisin1]

@@lIlIlIlIlIlIlIlIlI I think I saw him on a street corner the other day holding up a sign.

[@ronaldharris6569]

Basically you are living the surfer life just during the snow season. That's awesome

[@frezzingaces]

Really like the form factor of this one! Also great how it's not intrinsically linked to the vehicle. If the truck started playing up doesn't mean you have to deal with your whole house playing up.

[@cyndih1993]

A tip for you; I run two computer fans wired to 12 volt. One is in a fixed position attached to the ceiling vent drawing air up and out of the trailer. The other has a longer cord and is moveable. The portable one is placed in the shady side window drawing air in and the roof one draws air out keeping a constant air flow. They only draw a 1/2 an amp and make a big difference even in summer

[@harriethunter8910]

What a remarkable young bloke Cedric is. God bless him and thanks for sharing your adventures with us

[@karynnatale9851]

By far one of the best builds I've seen on here. I love the woodwork and all the organization ideas you provided. Excellent job!

[@dcba3210]

Am I the only person watching this video all the way from Himalaya, Everest region. Your videos has inspired me to make videos from Everest region. Hope some of you might like it. Keep up the great work. Thank you 🙏🤙

[@costomerboostcostumer5897]

support

[@Filterdissman]

Live your life Siman!!! Hope you’re safe wherever you are!!

[@felixcat9318]

A nice, clean and neat fit out, perfectly suited for its intended role as a safe, comfortable and lovely Travel Cabin for wherever the owner wanted to be, and as long as he needed to be there! After seeing complicated and expensive fit outs, its a nice change to see this light, airy and spacious conversion which is elegantly simple and simply elegant!

[@lionfarts]

Love the build. Love the simplicity. Really love the ”cabinet locks”. Good work man!!

[@davethemmp3763]

Pretty cool ideas on this build, I think I would go for the dual axle version and get the bathroom with a shower.

[@nighthiker8872]

Or just a place with a bottom drain is all you need.

[@jerrycurls88]

Cedric is super chill and living it up. Good on him.

[@marciabradley7660]

I love, love, love this cargo van . Wonderful design. The simple cutouts to secure the doors are amazing. Great ideas.

[@Charles-tj8ol]

Very sweet setup but pretty dang pricey. Then again the lifestyle it facilitates is arguably priceless. Seems like a chill and humble guy. Cool that he emphasized how his pops had a big role in the build. I’m sure they are both talented craftspeople

[@warrendejager1273]

from south africa..... after months and months of build vews etc, etc, best damn build i've seen. WELL DONE!

[@jaimebh30]

The trailer looks great! I love all of the little touches to make it cozy.

[@keithhartwig6095]

Dad for the win! Awesome execution.

[@user-tv8sm6so9y]

Thats the best Form Vs Function trailer I have ever seen, It's simple but it works and very presentable at the same time, Well done to you and ya Dad. Great video and thanks for posting it.

[@LILEE376]

One of the best or even the best conversion I have seen so far. It is light, warm but spacious. Lots of camper are too crowded with furnitures. Usually there are too much closed furniture inside.

[@alexlarson833]

Wow awesome!! What a great conversion and very cool skiing shots! Good job Cedric👍

[@sueschultz9358]

I wish I would have done something like that when I was younger. I love to ski

[@SteinErikDahle]

Age is a terrible excuse! :-) It's not too late, start now!

[@siriponrunkaputi2796]

DO it, it's not too late, enjoy your time.

[@Qlicky]

@@SteinErikDahle "Its not too late" is also a terrible advice if its already too late :-).

[@peakbagger2014]

I can always appreciate builds with actual outdoorsman. Thanks for sharing!

[@nedcassley5169]

It's beautiful and I love that it was a father-son project and that it is so simple and doesn't have much to go wrong.

[@robbiehampton6450]

That has to be one of the BEST conversions I've ever seen

[@paulmorrow8372]

This seems like it would be a perfect application for a diesel heater

[@trumpsahead]

One of the best interiors for a small trailer camper I've seen. The cabinets cut to fit into the trailer nose up front gives this trailer a beautiful long and open look. It's nice when your dad can help build. Thanks for sharing your workmanship. Great skiier btw. ciao.

[@aboutface102]

Looks great! Trailer makes a lot of sense, when you aren't using it you can unhook and have your vehicle. I think I'd go that route.

[@theWZZA]

Well thought out and well crafted. I love these simple builds!

[@sherry866]

Lol !! REALLY ?!?!?! WELL THOUGHT OUT ??? Just for one, the Entire Kitchen area is a Total Waste of Space . I'm Female, and I Can See So Many Errors and Flaws in this "Raw Plan". Yes I do Understand a lot when it Comes to the Outdoors, Survival, and Small Builds Such as this. But in this case it's quite Obvious to Anyone that this Build is All Wrong. I think it's Nice that Dad Helped to Invision and Build with his Boy, but I think they Both just Leaped into the Water without Thinking First.

[@g3neriik901]

@@sherry866 just because youd want a bigger kitchen doesnt mean that’s not exactly how he wants it. it works for him.

[@matthewharvey8755]

By far my favorite cargo trailer setup I've seen... And I have watched way to many lol. I have a 8' trailer I plan on building on.

[@brianswezey724]

Tap the blue circle with the B in it and watch the updated video of my conversion camper, I think you will like it if you like this one.

[@MrGyftario]

Perfect size.Looks durable,solid and sweet. Very firm and fantastic stands!! The camper and the stove,look great as well

[@XelaOso850]

A trailer!? I never thought of it omg you’re a genius and so is yourdad!! This is so smart!!

[@nicoleleblanc3732]

Hello from Quebec,Canada. Love what you did inside a Uhaul. Beautiful.

[@AnnieGill7]

I am so impressed! Beautiful build, simple. Love especially the garage and the simple couch to bed mode. I would need a commode being a girl, but that can easily be a slide out! Thanks so much for sharing this man’s build with us. 👍🏼🐾😁

[@Wiradjuri217]

Apart from being useful and financially practical, building and using this thing will bring so many great memories. We'll done

[@rjc1121]

Thanks for sharing your camper project. Love the continuous grain in the cabinets. Beautiful project to do with your with your Dad.

[@QuiteDecent]

Curious about the toilet and shower strategy.

[@oscargustavoarcosruiz8793]

He is in the woods, returns to nature, or goes to a gas station X-(

[@QuiteDecent]

@@oscargustavoarcosruiz8793 They have showers in the gas station?

[@raew5263]

QuiteDecent Obvious topic that goes unmentioned. It’s my first thought for these builds.

[@dangerdavefreestyle]

i was so immersed in the awesomeness of it that thought totally never occured. i'm thinking for that a 2'x2' floor section that lifts out and has a pan with a drain or a pet pool with a curtain could be ideal since it'd be impossible for a shower to have its own permanent area.

[@oscargustavoarcosruiz8793]

@@QuiteDecent In some yes, for truckers $$$

[@einzgeisha]

Really cool home! I love it. It has everything that is tailored to his needs.

[@archangel5627]

Pretty darn cool little space. The interior is very well made and very comfortable looking. I totally dig the trailer conversation! Nice job! 👍🏻

[@milododds1]

So awesome that your dad was so supportive. I like how you solved several issues like the jack-stands in windy conditions and the holders across the cabinet door knobs. Your desk solution is very simple and yet very effective. I guess the only missing parts are a shower/toilet but I guess you can use facilities elsewhere? Overall you have done a lot with a small space. My wife is not hip on the idea of a van conversion but maybe a trailer would be ideal in terms of a solution for long term trips.

[@SweetiePieTweety]

Awesome! Love it when a dad supports his son’s dreams and has the skills to back it up❤️. True treasure you got there in the build and the relationship, and the LIFE!

[@rodrigogonzalez3620]

A RICH Daddy goes a LOOONNGG way....

[@Westcoastguy]

Pretty cool set up. I think I can spend my winters in something like that.

[@vitale6633]

Great Setup! Lot's of very practical ideas - Super Clean configuration. Thanks for Sharing!

[@jwrhynejr.6689]

Awesome video!! Thanks for sharing this amazing conversion!! Happy Skiing!

[@tubulartuber]

"and a bunch of lil goodies in here" = weed

[@deborahhammond100]

I was thinking the same! Haha

[@Raymond_Petit]

Lol!

[@Introspectral]

Yup :)

[@Terrible_Peril]

And a urinal cup

[@MrSENTINELOFFREEDOM]

What kind of farmer did you think he was? Doesn't look like a soybean or corn farmer to me😤🚬

[@marinavolss6445]

Absolutely awesome) especially at the current situation! Cedric is such a nice and inspiring guy!

[@darindietz710]

Seriously, most stunning reno I have seen! just ridiculously cool setup and so beautiful

[@cankancjk]

You and your dad did an incredible job. Very detailed and the craftsmanship is very nice. Enjoy and thanks for sharing.

[@leslieross7555]

Love. Some really useful details here. Great Dad.

[@richardtodd5418]

Living the dream, just what I was looking for

[@herdfan697278]

I really like your simple approach to building a comfortable home on wheels! Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!👍🤠🙏✝️

[@pshearduk]

Loving Cedric's build, this dude must be having so much fun out in the great outdoors, respect due amigo, atb from England.

[@CanadianPrepper]

The simple life! Much respect

[@trymhammerstrmgisiger1278]

very clever and simple solutions, great things to learn:)

[@risistor318]

I like the setup. Looks very comfy and cosy :)

[@daveevans2261]

Brilliant design trailer, thanks for showing us. 👍🇬🇧

[@BarryDuttonSellsHomes]

That's super! I am also in Ontario, he and his dad would be great assets to help with builds here. Keep up the good work.

[@jeromystone778]

I wish I had the monies to acquire a "tiny home". I've been homeless 6 times (only one time was truly my doing) and it would be awesome as Hell to NEVER have to worry about becoming homeless yet again. He did a really good job with this trailer. Uber jelly.

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

I notice you have internet. Maybe save up an emergency fund, instead of luxuries.

[@livableincome]

Good luck Jeromy and ignore the jerks. They don't get it yet, but many will soon with the coming depression. May you find a cozy home of your own.

[@livableincome]

@@hxhdfjifzirstc894 Homeless shelters have internet. Learn a bit of compassion. Homelessness can happen to anyone. I've watched very wealthy people with great jobs experience tragedies that ruined their lives. You must live in some kind of jaded bubble not to be aware of human suffering and it's systemic causes.

[@fastdude2002]

Homelessness can happen to most anyone but its possible to insulate yourself from it happening to yourself. You have to be willing to work steady from a young age. At the age of 54 I have never had one single day of being unemployed since I started working at 16. I just retired 😁. I worked full time through college, acquired my career job and bought my house. I paid it off in 15 years. I never have to worry about being homeless as long as I pay my property tax and insurance. I also bought acreage out in the country to build my retirement home. I also saved up a good amount of money and have a good retirement plan from my career. My point is that young people need to take life seriously and instead of not working steady and wanting to be a ski bum or roam around having fun they need to get a degree or job training in something they enjoy and then keep employed steadily long term, talking a few decades. This is how you build wealth and security, it doesn’t come over night. I was able to become financially set through long term work but I also had plenty of vacations and time off to go have fun and enjoy life. I’m afraid many young people today are not taught a good work ethic and will be in trouble later in life from lack of planning and dedication to building up security for themselves.

[@dogboy8038]

I HAVE BEEN DOING THIS STUFF FULL TIME FOR OVER THIRTY YEARS AND I CAN TELL YOU YOU NEED A REAL WOOD STOVE. YOU CAN MAKE ONE FROM A FIFTEEN GALLON BARREL THAT WILL WORK FAR BETTER THAN THAT TINY THING YOU HAVE. IF YOU SLEEP WITH ONLY ONE LITE BLANKET YOU WILL WAKE UP FROM THE COLD WHILE YOU STILL HAVE PLENTY OF COALS FOR AN EASY RESTART. THE PROPANE HEATER SHOULD HAVE A STOVE PIPE AND OPERATES WITHOUT ELECTRIC. YOU ARE ABSOLUTLY RIGHT ABOUT THE PLUMBING. KEEP AT IT YOU ARE DOING GOOD. YOU KNOW YOU CAN GET A INFLATIBLE KIDS POOL AND USE IT LIKE A BATH TUB. GOOD LUCK KEEP AT IT.

[@davidjones8680]

I really like his set up, it has given me some good ideas for the upcoming build out of my freight box. Many thanks. David in the U.K.

[@barklordofthesith2997]

I saw a similar video where the owner put in a raised floor. This helped with the 'cold floor' issue putting some space between it and the bottom of the camper (& some insulation) but also served as extra storage.

[@Owen4it]

Very nice job. I would swap out the wood stove for a Nuwaystove vented propane heater. It's just about the same size as your wood stove but with a propane tank that would go all night! It also doesn't give off wood smoke so it keeps your profile stealthy!

[@jj-eo7bj]

Dickerson vented propane better option

[@ifitistobeitisuptome]

Great set up, Thanks for sharing!

[@augustvansuchtelen1723]

very nice clean set up you have .. like this a lot .. well done .. thank you kindly for sharing

[@lulupiink6698]

It would be interesting to see follow-up stories about how these ppl adjusted their lifestyles due to the cov19.

[@TomBedlammusic]

There's a few out there. Living big in a tiny house just did one. People are pretty good at adapting it seems

[@mernafrederick5153]

Lulu Piink I saw a video of a couple stuck in Argentina waiting it out. One couple put their Van's in storage and got the last flight out back to the USA. Van life did not consider a pandemic scenario.

[@dougupah8778]

LuLu Piink, Why would he have any trouble because of the cov19 virus, hes isolated(social distancing) and I cant imagine he cant get everything he needs because of it. Maybe he has to relocate but thats seams pretty easy considering his mobility.

[@rangemog21]

I live off-grid in Spain, the basic need to avoid cov.19 is staying away from people... that was the first reason for me to go off-grid. Shit happens everywhere, the more people the more problemes, big city's are the first to be hit by all kind of problemes, terror, violent manifestations, revolutions and hit by wars, you name it... and this virus. This thing will be around for a long time, try to stay away from people in city's, imposible. I go for food every three weeks, in the morning when the shop opens. In the region where I live is a 1/1000 risk. I use gloves, and clean every item I buy, in a supermarket with enough space between shelfs . Last time there where four other people in. I push the troley with my arms/elbows. I needed two of them. Fresh vegy's, it's less ofcorse. By the way I have a toilet/shower , 200 L water, grey water to flush the toilet ( no chemicals ) in a 90 L tank, go's in a septic afterwards, and outside 6000 L max clean water in black containers, a tanktruck delivers....500 W solar panels ( can be moved at the sun ) 30 W controler and two 250 Ah batteries, Webasto liquid heater, 1000 W and 6500 W generator.... etc. on a 7 meter semi-trailer... I'm building at the moment a 10 meter wooden with 3 x 2 slide-out . I was'nt born yesterday but in 1949. I was present in history class and as a boy reading " Boys and Science ". I did'nt panic about the climat, not then, not now. Nobody did, plages where panic items . And wars.

[@K9River]

I'm 100% off grid and am avoiding the "lock down" states. Traveling within the free states has been fine. I'm actually making more money because of so many people freaking out over covid19.

[@mehameha4453]

Perfect way to social distance, lol. I have converted my 12x6. Solar and generator powered. I like the cabinet designs. Floor and ceiling insulation are extremely import.

[@cedrics.861]

How do you deal with the air flow ? Was wondering about that, i'm thinking to build something similar, can't figure it out, insulate a tiny space and keeping it breathing (sorry for the poor English, not native)

[@mehameha4453]

Cédric S. Take off factory plywood. Use 1” board foam insulation between metal wall frames. Then another 1” foam board over that. Run electrical and re-install plywood. Must buy longer self taping screws and existing holes so line everything back up. It is important with this installation that you keep you trailer in milder temperatures as it is the extreme difference in temperatures in close proximity that creates possible moisture or mold issues. So I try to park and sleep in climates that have little humidity and don’t drop below 50F. So far in 4 years I have had no issues. If issues arise it is very easy to disassemble and clean up mold and then put it back. It’s fairly cheap and a little Honda 2200i with a 1500w heater runs about 61/2 hours. The solar drains a battery pretty fast using that so if you have a bunch of batteries you could use battery power. I save my solar batteries for light and refrigerator. Use the generator for microwave, hot plate, and anything with high wattage. I can run AC on solar as long as there is sufficient sunlight. But my interior is not as nice as this video. I covered my walls with carpeting 9x6 put in tongue and grove floors. No plumbing. But it is livable if you use Gym memberships for showers and truck stops for dishes.

[@cedrics.861]

@@mehameha4453 Thanks for the answer, but still, hasn't the air to be renewed ? I mean to not suffocate/get Oxygen. I guess you have to make a hole somewhere to put something like a ventilation or so, but then, is the isolation revelent ? Wouldn't you die if you live in a Tupperware ?

[@jonsmith2217]

@@mehameha4453 have you used your 2200 watt Honda running a wall heater for years? My little inverter generator just died. my heater I was running at first and then I went to just an electric blanket which was a lot less amps and alot warmer. I'm off grid so I'm using it each night. My new inverter generator didn't last but about four months using it every night. Now I wish I wouldn't have sold my 1995 model 1850 Watt Coleman non inverter old school generator. That thing ran since 1995 but I've only been off grid for about five months. The old Coleman 1850 generator would rattle the engine valves and still keep running.

[@mehameha4453]

Jon Smith I also use electric blanket for cooler nights as well. I only use Honda for cooking mainly. Changing my elevation and my latitude through the year, controls my heating and cooling. The Honda is the quietest but it is still not very stealth. I can tolerate 40-50 weather at night so I try to plan my nights to be in the right area so I do not use my generator at night. I have no other options. I became permanently disabled (legs) so I have disability only. That is not enough to live conventionally. Pre planning sun, rain and temperatures seem to be the cog that drives my days. The Kodiak second gen works great and easy to charge if you are looking for a hassle free system. It is plug and play. Honda starts 1st pull. I use no propane. Water is a gravity feed and I only wash dishes when I can’t find a public sink. It’s not the ritz but there is freedom. The trick is you convert from homeless to nomad. It is a slight distinction but a totally different attitude from others as well as yourself. Living conventionally for me was not financially possible and the burdens of maintaining a house with my legs was too great. Besides, my only other option is at a shelter full of crazies, ex-druggies, and alcoholics. Going on 5 years this summer.

[@jamieingels1190]

This is, by far, my favorite tiny home.

[@dianesilverstein6475]

Awesome video! Love the home you and your Dad created! Your trailer is well thought out and very cozy! Have fun with all of your toys and travels!

[@FreedomStrider]

Good thing about using this in the winter season is that the fridge has an unlimited recharge capability xD

[@huyked]

9:57 That is a slick ladder!

[@von9833]

This is awesome, and those cabinet securing devices are simply genius!

[@jdhay88]

Really love how thoughtful every square inch is. Incredibly creative and inspired!

[@DMills-un1tl]

This is a SWEET buildout! The cabinet clips are brilliant. As always, though, I gotta wonder why they don’t put in at least an under the bed, rollout portable potty. I could never be captive to outside or public toilets. Funny thing, I actually own the real life version of that vintage trailer pic he has on his wall, even the same colors. I could totally live in it and have for up to 3 weeks at a time, though it came standard (in 1957) with a kickass propane wall heater AND a toilet and shower. A very efficient layout gave me a full kitchen, dinette, tons of storage and it can sleep 4-5 comfortably.

[@RedPillSurvival]

Right? Why go to all the effort: wood paneling, formica counters, cook stove - but no toilet??? I can't help feeling that he left out one of the most imporant features.

[@foxmulder6674]

@@RedPillSurvival I was wondering about the toilet too. Or somewhere to shower. I guess he would be close to a bathroom or shower when he goes to the ski area's. Still a nice setup.

[@timbcarlson]

To have that kind of freedom and to be able to do what you love so often is incredible.

[@chriscuppywhitehead6722]

My hat goes off to your Dad and yourself. Brilliant.

[@bbarnett3469]

So cool!! Just so happy to see the "spirit" still exists today, good on you Cedric!! You won't regret your choices no matter how it all ends. The price of being your own man... Always appreciate the craftmanship of experienced hands...hope ya felt the love that came with it. Simply outstanding young man...if you are ever in the San Clemente area you are welcome to park out front! Mahalo.

[@gloriagodfrey3899]

Check out a Chinese Diesel Heater on Amazon. Better than someone might think. You will stay swarm all night, no fumes and a little diesel goes a very long way. Take care.

[@cotymcclung6088]

This is a good idea

[@PatrickWagz]

Check out "Foresty Forest" He has a diesel heater in a converted MINI-VAN and had it in temps. down to Negative 30 Celcius!

[@rangemog21]

I agree on that, warn out parts for a Webasto cost easy 150 - 350 € . I used a second hand hot air blower with a Chinees label this winter as a test. Not even cleaning needed. My Webasto stopt delivering after two ( 2 ) months, Controler/print wasted, cost 350 € when self repaired. I changed the whole thing with pulls givers for security cameras and a timer for hallway lighting. For some 150 . Webasto dealers are forced to sell repair sets for small items that can be replaced with a screw driver and cost some euro's, the set itself 150 and it never can go wrong with the rest in that set. Imagine that one has to buy half a car engine because the spark-plugs have to be replaced.... I know that China has sended other shit this time and qualety and how people are treated over there, but about heaters.... The way the West makes things " not repaireble because repair cost too much..... " This corona crisis will put us back to 1930, in those day's repairing was the norm, I'm ready for it, I never stoped repairing and re-using. Only the smart/handy will survive times to come......

[@PatrickWagz]

@@rangemog21 i'm all about repairing, my truck is 28 years old.... still running good with 246,000 miles (396,000km) haha

[@saxmanzzz]

I liked the simplicity of the build. The inside looked so snug and cosy. And super-practical.

[@davidjoaquin141]

Impressive to say the least!! Well thought out. Love the Stowe sticker!! Ski the East!!

[@corinnelsmith]

That’s really cool I just don’t understand how people can stand not having a bathroom and shower. No way would I wanna have to drive around to find a restroom and shower at a gym all the time. That’s the only downside to these kind of builds for me personally.

[@ragemodels]

SO agree with you!!! Liked the Reno he had done on the inside BUT not even a tiny wet Bathroom ???

[@fredfrond6148]

Agreed because right now all gyms and places where you can take a shower are closed because of self isolation. Even gas stations have closed their public washrooms.

[@itchyeyesmcrealize165]

Tiny bit bigger and have a tiny wet area... chemical loo.... too easy. Betcha he has pee bottle lol

[@remyllebeau77]

He may just be using a bucket and didn't talk about it. Most people can make it awhile with just a washcloth and a bit of soap.

[@felixcat9318]

Heating water on the stove and having a head to toe strip wash cleans as well as a shower but uses much less water and doesn't require a fitted shower base. Simply soap oneself from head to toe and rinse off with a cotton flannel. It's how people washed before the ubiquity of baths and showers. Using something like a BranQ Compact Toilet and 22 litre tie handle pedal bin liners for solid human waste collection and disposal is completely hygienic and legal and is done daily by everyone that puts a disposable nappy/diaper into a bin! These portable toilets may also be used to store spare firewood, etc, when not used for its original purpose, so becoming multipurpose. Any container capable of securely holding liquids works for urine collection and disposal. Whilst an installed toilet and shower are nice, they also hugely eat into the very limited floor space in vans and small trailers and may be difficult to use due to freezing pipes and tanks. There may be problems when such sewage holding tanks need emptying as finding a facility may not be convenient when needed.

[@pegweg47]

“Livin’ the dream!”

[@garrettgodwin2829]

I appreciate seeing the Vegvisir printed on the tabletop. Great build and a lot of good ingenuity put in, especially with those genius cabinet holders.

[@adventuretimefishinghunting]

This cool I'm currently turning one of my old job trailers into an off grids camping trailer having a blast doing it as well. Always coming up with something new for it.

[@remyllebeau77]

I would recommend a diesel heater if heating is a constant issue.

[@kennycoye3907]

They smell! Especially in a small place

[@dznnf7]

@@kennycoye3907 They have a heat exchanger. No smell...

[@afringedweller]

A lot of people think they're minimalist when they really aren't. You really are. If you really LOVE that lifestyle, I only have one piece of advice: don't have kids! :-D But seriously, good for you, and I'm glad you're appropriately grateful for your talented Dad.

[@sxysteve87]

Not that it really matters but I kind of disagree. This thing was pretty expensive. He has a giant truck and a huge trailer big enough for him to walk around in. He also had and probably still has his family helping with a lot of it. Watch somebody like Foresty Forest on youtube. That dude is a minamilist. This thing is cool but I do not think minimal and high dollar go together very well.

[@TheNutzandBoltz]

What, 32 Nerf guns is not minimalist? lol Totally agree. No matter how much goes into 6x10, it is bare bones. Not to be confused with a 1850 Native American Mr. sxysteve87. Yes we all are living in excess.

[@lbh002]

Awesome minimalist build! A kitchen basin (bowl) has been around for thousands of years. It works!

[@patrickretsel7048]

Great job....very nice unit. I like the father son part of the story too...my son is away in the Navy, so I miss working with him......treasure the time with him...cheers 😎

[@PeterSolarchannel]

Who would have thought that real freedom comes in small packages.

[@Sebastian_Dinwiddie]

I wish my wife did. ☹️

[@elleh3495]

😂😂😂"...and then I gotta super noisy fan."

[@livableincome]

I have one exactly like it for my 1986 Tercel with no mod cons. Very noisy but it works great and rotates.

[@colpitts350]

My dad has his great grandmothers small iron. He’s used it to wax cross country skis for 40+ years now. Works great! He heats it up on the bbq or a Coleman stove and boom good to go.

[@SB-me6qw]

Definitely one of the most practical set ups I have seen. Bravo

[@VKSgtSLaughter]

No bathroom or shower? Beautiful trailer thanks for sharing. Great video!

[@RainMakeR_Workshop]

If you learn a bit about coal placement and how a stoves work, you can keep a stove fire burning all night. Stuff like raking the charcoal to the front of the stove, placing tightly formed hardwood logs (dried to 20% or less moisture) parallel to the front behind the charcoal, pressed to the back of the stove. Have a layer of ash under the logs as that helps insulate the logs, Add a flue damper to control the draft, keep the stove clean, make sure the stove door is airtight so that its not letting additional air in.

[@lilianacorreu650]

I love your tiny home/cabin is awesome.

[@listenup1711]

Very good job. Nicely set up and taken care of.