WE DID IT! | The end of our caravan build | TINY HOME on wheels

[@salekanayake8416]

Love it cool . Well done guys . Enjoy

[@guseva1]

Excellent finally found someone who has built exactly what I want to do. Well done guys and happy travels and good luck

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks Gus. its been a journey, hope you've learnt a thing or two :)

[@Dan-yc6vi]

This thing is killer what a job 👏

[@dandscraig]

Well done, looks amazing! I want to do a static caravan so it’s been really good seeing you going from beginning to end. And ignore everyone, those cupboards are super gorgeous and add tons of character! Happy travels!

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks Alan its turned out pretty perfect! We are still unsure about this cupboard but as for now, they are staying un painted :)

[@benstrachan3418]

Thanks for sharing the caravan build. I've enjoyed watching and learned heaps about how a caravan is constructed. Enjoy the travel.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Its out pleasure Ben, we are glad you have enjoyed it!

[@KrazyK4ra]

Great to see people having a go and you've come up with a nice build. Well done.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thank you! appreciate the comment :)

[@enancinar]

Çok güzel görünüyor, bana ilham verdin.👍

[@robertmorris9998]

Huge thumbs up!!! I can’t believe you basically glued the caravan together. Hope to see a follow up in a bit to see how it holds together.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks Robert! I know, I thought the same thing! its going good so far will have an update video soon!

[@BarrysGoogleDevices]

Hi April and Jack, have really enjoyed your project and learnt a lot - I'm planning to do similar. Have a couple of clarifying Qs if I may? The Royal Flair van, original, did it come with the independent suspension or your addition. After the floor why did you build from inside (cupboards etc.) out rather than walls up then outside in? Convert brakes to electric over hydraulic, when then add discs rather than stay with easier option of exist drums? Well done, I admire your guts, determination and aptitude; your living life to the max, goodonya! Barry.

[@silverfernfilms7590]

Hey Jack and April, What is the name of the trim you used for the front of your caravan, and where did you get it? I am having trouble finding trim like that to bend around a curve.

[@davidmilledge221]

Looks great 👍 neads aircon and heating tho , another project video coming ay i recon because you will need them 👍

[@alexandraturner2063]

Absolutely amazing! Well done guys. You could get a porta-potty and store it where the dogs aren’t using the beds. It doesn’t have to be plumbed in and you really get you off road in the future. Happy camping 🏕

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks Alex! We don't mind finding a toilet or a quiet place, makes travelling that little bit more interesting. :) Thank you

[@BUGOUTOFFROADLIFE]

Have you guys run into any issues with the door opening the way it does? I think you guys bought a right hand side door and put it on the left. The hinges should be at the front of the camper for safety and helps prevent water coming in.

[@BUGOUTOFFROADLIFE]

Enjoyed watching your build series anyway! You guys did a fantastic job

[@coadyg]

Well done what an excellent build in such a short time. When a saw you tearing that van apart I thought what the hell are you doing. The final result is excellent 👏.

[@JackCanDoIt]

It was a crazy 3 months, goes to show that it is possible! haha we thought the same at the start! Thanks Garry, we are super stoked with it :)

[@SarahandKeelanTravels]

Looks so good! Well done guys!

[@JackCanDoIt]

:) Thanks Sarah, nothing like a home on wheels

[@nataliekeane8944]

Aww I'm sad you've finished, I'm sure you're not!! Exciting times ahead and thankyou so much for taking us with you on the caravan building journey. You guys are incredible. Jack you are a 'Jack of all trades' and April you're the support crew and your interior is gorge! What a team. Happy and safe travels. X

[@JackCanDoIt]

it is bitter sweet Natalie, that is for sure.. We have loved sharing it with you and everyone else, we hope you've learnt something and been inspired to attempt something you never thought you would :) haha We are a great team, 50/50 in the areas we are strong in :) Thank you for watching us!

[@kevingurner992]

Gives you a sense of acheivement well done both prefer too see built not bought, built a simaler van in UK with criusmaster atx ect. 8x2.5m,

[@hil7160]

Hey fellow travelers 😆 I’m looking at styromax also for my unimog buil... if possible can you fill us in on the the rough cost of supply of your pannels and freight hurdles 🤷🏼 Cheers, Mike.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hi Mike, styroMAX are good to deal with so just give them you m2 and place for delivery and they will sort you out no issues :)

[@TheKonnoisseur11]

@@JackCanDoIt more Americans need to know about this I want to make a tiny house with this stuff. It’s a miracle material I need to find this shipped to America! 😭

[@blanchae]

Hello from Canada! Thanks for this incredible build. I'm impressed with the finished quality. How much does the caravan weigh? I came across your video series and it is amazing. You should keep posting.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hello Eugene! Its our pleasure! We are super happy with how it has turned out! we are actually still living in the van! it weighs about 2.7 ton. so no so heavy. We Weill be doing out best in the future. Thank you :)

[@robertjd2208]

April and jack, where have you gone?

[@madinviteadventures9227]

Thats absolutely awesome! The exact video series I was looking for, how is the old girl holding up a year on?

[@limitlessadventures7626]

Well done guys looks great

[@davidbutler9931]

Hi guys well done on the build, what a transformation. Just wondering if you have a contact address for styromax supplier and where did you source the suspension bits and pieces etc. Regards David 😁

[@TheKonnoisseur11]

You guys are so cute and funny April you look like a model! Also Try a dark accent wall on the back wall maybe wood grain it will add contrast a focal point and balance out all the white (hmm or maybe a mirror wall)

[@adriennelowe8250]

I love the caravan! Did you put in a rain catchment system? I wonder if fog harps would be an efficient way to go?

[@bestpix100]

Looks great, well done... Millang is a crazy place too!!

[@roywhittaker6607]

Hi Guys just came across this build , great job! did you have any issues at registration ie its now no longer the manufacturers spec & design??

[@lloydhenriksson]

Followed the journey, well done guys.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Cheers Lloyd, much appreciated, hope you liked it! :)

[@WheresmywingsRedBull]

Hi April and Jack, can you please update us, if you are going to make more vids in the future, or is your channel finished. I really hope it is not the later as I loved watching your vids. Hope all is well and life is good.

[@alvinknipe9987]

Well done guy's looks good enjoy your trips

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks Alvin! We will do :)

[@TheLordsaviour]

Nice build. What edge trim did you use on the panels? Thanks

[@trigger3178]

Also interested

[@JackCanDoIt]

Talk to Styromax Brisbane & mention April & Jack, they will assist you with the trim :)

[@travellingfriendsofaustral9144]

Well done guys! Excited for our own now!

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks! :) you will love it!

[@andycochrane4131]

Thinking of a composite build also and I’m inspired by your van. Interested to know the cost of raw materials. Nice work.

[@jeremyolney8316]

Great build you guys well done? Where have you guys gone. No videos in a year.. I hope all is okay

[@katherineporter2654]

You have both done a great job 😊 couple of questions for you 1. How big is the van 2. Why did you choose not to put in lighting 3. Why did you choose not to put in a shower or put in an outdoor shower that you could attach a shower room too Look forward to the walk around and it will be interesting see what this has cost you. Keep the videos coming, stay safe. 🤣

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thank you Katherine! It has been a massive team effort. 1. The van is 17ft 2. We haven't gotten to that stage just yet as we want to get that part suited to how we live in it 3. We went for space over bathroom, as in most vans they take up a huge chunk of area, plus it ads more weight. We are happy with finding places it doesn't bother us :) Will Chat to you soon!!

[@katherineporter2654]

Thanks for the reply, looking forward to your next video

[@jackturtle131]

Great job you guys did Can you estimate how much you spend on the build please

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hi there Jack, we will be doing a full cost build episode, keep an eye out for it :)

[@jakethompson7930]

@@JackCanDoIt still waiting lol

[@andycochrane4131]

12:40 that’s the spirit.

[@HarrisLoops]

Don't paint the wood white, stain it black so you can still see the wood grain but the white and black theme is continued inside, welcome to QLD btw, how good is that camp site, my dog love it!

[@rebeccaavenhouse2871]

Very nice build, congratulations!!! If you had your time again, would you just build everything, including the chassis and suspension, from new? Cheers

[@JackCanDoIt]

Thanks Rebecca :) we probably just buy the frame or get that made as there is a bit more engineering involved..

[@montygrantham8631]

Hey brother First of all good job USA here i am building the same thing what is the vehicle you tow with and torque? A few questions please... Final weight? How wide did you go outside to out side? Length front to back? Height from top of trailer... to top of trailer? Do you have wind issues while towing? Both did a good job as a craftsman myself i know and see both of your hard work. I am building my own walls how deep where the groves in the wall where adhesive was and spacing if you had to guess? My best friend in the U.S is a mate an Aussie good day mate lol thank you😉😊

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hi Monty, Thanks heaps for the comment and questions! Love that you are from the U.S and our video has reached you! vehicle is a 79 series Landcruiser about 700nm of torque Final weight is 2.7ton 2.3 meters outside to outside front to back is about 7.5 metres no wind issues and height is about 3.0 meters The groves are about 30mm to adhere to! Hope that helps , thanks again for the message! I've got a few good mates in the U.S Will love to visit one day!

[@aykz1986]

Good job

[@woodatwork6927]

Great build, you guys. Love the fibreglass panels. Did you have any challenges with your final inspection? I’m not familiar with Australian trailer laws but here in Canada the side door opening has to always be towards the back. Was there a particular reason why yours faces the front. I hope it never unlatches while driving. Cheers

[@JackCanDoIt]

No issues at all in that department. The vans over here are all shapes & sizes. doors on every panel facing anyway. Must be a bit harsh over in Canada it sounds!

[@Harry-wc9es]

Looks fantastic. Did you do a video of the walls going on or did I just miss it. Also, why did you not go with a bathroom?

[@JackCanDoIt]

The walls are in the videos :)

[@zoezoe610]

Well done, next you can do some videos as you travel. Caravanning is a great lifestyle, thanks and stay safe.

[@JackCanDoIt]

We will be doing some more of everything! That it is Zoe, such a free lifestyle. You too :)

[@klarastrangis6308]

Looks so good guys. Congrats and well done. Can l ask why you opted not to have a shower/toilet inside?

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hi Klara, Thanks for the comment! It was mainly a space thing as we wanted to have maximum space. :)

[@houseboatbuilddinghysproje9291]

Hi Jack and April. Hay I am doing a similar build with the same product. “Styromax” But I’m doing a house boat on a 21’ pontoon boat. I’m in the design stage and about to cost up the products. Can you tell me what was the cost of the styromax and windows including delivery please. Well done on the build looks great.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hi David, That sounds amazing! You are best just to call them up as all deliveries and windows are different prices. They are fairly priced and we even went to their massive warehouse where they make the panels. Incredible stuff you won't be disappointed! Thank you! April & Jack

[@houseboatbuilddinghysproje9291]

@@JackCanDoIt thanks guys. Enjoy your journeys to wherever and back.

[@jordanh3740]

Where did they go?

[@wilsontan887]

Heyy April & Jack. I was wondering how much did the styromax for this build set you back including the windows and doors-would you have an estimated figure? I'm in the process of building a 16ft caravan the trailer is getting designed at the moment.Have a few design options like the styromax, fridge panels or aluminium sheeted shell. Thanks

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hey mate, I reckon its best if you call them up, tell them your measurements and go from there. They could have gone up in price since then so ours could be completely off and I don't want to scare you! Thank you

[@alexscott4277]

Umm, you haven't put the inner fiberglass skin on the curved parts of the styroMAX (i.e. the bits that have the relief cuts to allow the curves in the ceiling). Looking at a few of their youtube videos, this is required to put the strength back into that area once it is in place.

[@JackCanDoIt]

Hi Alex, we opted out of this as we liked the look of the relief cuts, gives it another dimension. Also, please send me the link for the video stating its for strength :) if you have used this product before you would know that just one side of the glass holds a lot of strength, plus its on the corners (rolls) also a place where strength is found. Gluing a fill piece in would serve no purpose for strength just looks. I could glue each cut through the middle which then would be a lot stronger, but as of yet, haven't seen the need. Thank you for your comment though. Look forward to seeing your caravan build done!

[@justrelaxaiie]

Were you based at Hillcrest 4118?? If so where can you lease the shed?.

[@JackCanDoIt]

we were. we just found it on gumtree

[@micheljansen85]

Where did you guys go?

[@garthmurray249]

Are you still caravanning as we have not seen any video's lately

[@teganholyoake5421]

Where did you get the bendy aluminium

[@installer1571]

What did you need some decals on the outside

[@JackCanDoIt]

We will get to that one day!

[@traehodges3796]

How much this all cost to build

[@gregwilson4874]

Great build however i seemed to have missed construction of the walls.

[@JackCanDoIt]

if you mean actual wall construction, its done in a big warehouse in Brisbane on huge tables. You can head over to styromax KZbin page and take a look!

[@lancek4485]

All that money for that finish

[@waynelloyd9360]

Are you going to install a aircon or fans?

[@JackCanDoIt]

We will be installing some fans down the track and we will have a portable battery powered aircon instead of those big heave roof units! The build will continue..

[@kathbooth1471]

F in Fantastic 👍🥰 great team work ✅ Can you swing by & help me when your in WA with my 1968 vintage van id really love your expertise 😉

[@stevebagnall7819]

Just wondering how you are funding your lifestyle

[@JackCanDoIt]

Through hard work when we were younger!

[@Scottish-traveller]

Sorry i am new why did not want a bathroom

[@JackCanDoIt]

Wanted the space :)

[@adventurereadycampers3914]

Why build a van that big with no shower🤔

[@JackCanDoIt]

Why not? we all have it so easy these days when travelling, showering is the last thing on our mind when we can immerse ourselves in oceans & fresh water rivers. Not all luxuries need to considered when travelling this wonderful country.