Ultimate DIY Stealth Pop Up Truck Camper Tour w/Off Grid Solar
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▬▬▬▬▬VIDEO CONTENTS▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Part 1: Bed Conversion
6:52 - Part 2: Kitchen & Storage
10:42 - Part 3: Solar & Electrical Setup
12:53 - Part 4: Overall Construction & Waterproofing
16:08 - Part 5: Cost, Helpful Info, & Closing Thoughts
Ultimate DIY Stealth Pop Up Truck Camper Tour w/Off Grid Solar:
This Truck (2016 F-150) is set up to be completely off grid and fully sustainable all on its own.
Part 1: Bed Conversion:
-The truck itself is a 2016 F150 that I built out as a camper fit for stealth camping and full time living
-This is a fully functional stealth camper before you even open the top to access the second floor
-In stealth mode when you’re ready to go to sleep, you roll out the futon, but if you have more than 2 people or you’re not stealth camping you can open the top to access the trifold mattress
-you can leave your bedding up there unlike a lot of the professionally made campers like this, and I can move this entire mattress out of the way so that you can have this entire space to move around.
-There are also electrical outlets and a fuse box in the loft bed area so that you have access to electricity from all areas in the camper.
Part 2: Kitchen & Storage
-I keep a full kitchen hidden inside of the left side drawer of the camping platform
-The right side drawer is empty for storage and the entire floor of the camping platform lifts up in order to allow full access to everything stored in the truck bed.
-There is additional storage space available on the sides of the truck bed near the wheel wells to maximize all of the space used.
-If you want to cook inside, ventilation would be an issue so I put a fan on the inside and it can be used with the top down or up
-Throughout the truck there are magnetic USB rechargeable automatic lights.
Part 3: Solar and electrical
-on the roof there is a 100watt solar panel and that runs down to my Anker Powerhouse to ensure that I have unlimited sustainable power that can be used throughout the truck camper. I can also charge the Anker Powerhouse in my truck with the 12v plug or with a regular outlet if there is no sun available to charge the power station.
-The Anker Powerhouse runs the 12v appliances like the fan but it also can run regular appliances as well and also has USB ports and a car outlet.
-With the LCD screen on the Anker Powerhouse, I can see how much power is coming in, how much power I’m using, and how long the battery will be able to run under its current work load
Part 4: Overall Construction & Waterproofing
-All of the wood inside the truck is coated in 3 or more coats of polyurethane
-All of the wood on the outside is burned cedar that my sister and I coated in marine grade epoxy in order to ensure that the wood would not rot over time
-The entire frame of the camper is made from aluminum square tubing that’s all been connected with aluminum brazing rods because I don’t have access to a welder in my workshop and I don’t know how to weld yet. Then the diamond plate is riveted to the frame and its extremely lightweight and much stronger than I could have ever hoped for
-The entire camper is put together in 3 parts that are each removable, so the rooftop tent can come off then you’ll just have a shell to put a temporary ceiling onto, then the shell comes off as well. Its just held on with clamps, and then the bottom camping platform also comes out so the entire thing con go completely back into truck mode or full camping mode or anywhere in between.
-Because I did this mainly with aluminum, the entire camper weighs less than 300 pounds not counting the drawers. You can add another 80 pounds for those
-Theres no flex in the metal here even when driving off road. I don’t go too extreme with off roading personally anyway but you can literally hang on the front of the camper without it drooping at all and there’s about a half of an inch of clearance between to top of the truck and the bottom of the camper.
Yo! Check out the FREE plans for this truck build here: 👉 www.dualexbuilds.com/ 👈 Payment for the plans is optional and is treated as a donation. I hope you all enjoyed the tour and I'll see you soon in episode 1 of the tiny rv build ▬▬▬▬▬VIDEO CONTENTS▬▬▬▬▬▬ 0:00 - Intro 0:58 - Part 1: Bed Conversion 6:52 - Part 2: Kitchen & Storage 10:42 - Part 3: Solar & Electrical Setup 12:53 - Part 4: Overall Construction & Waterproofing 16:08 - Part 5: Cost, Helpful Info, & Closing Thoughts
I am seriously impressed and if I ever have a truck again I will definitely be using your plans. Well done
Thank you!! I'm still watching EVERY commercial regardless of its length. ⚒👍
You are absolutely amazing!!!
I remember you sold off a few of your builds, like your first 2 vans I think, any plans to sell this or make more just like it and sell that? I feel like this could be easily given to a laborer to build and you take in the profits from the sale.
You work ethic is out of this world.
This young man is a true engineer.
And a designer.
Very smart and talented. God bless you young man.
Yass!
Watching his videos makes me feel I've wasted my life. Not that I could do what he does, anyway. He truly is gifted.
Dang, you sure have a gifted imagination!!! The ideas you come up with are nothing short of amazing. I will be stealing some of them lol
I too am a veteran, Retired Marine. Your imagination is on 1000. I’m in the process of completely restoring/renovating my first camper and your videos give me inspiration.
Same here! I didn't know dulex was military. I should have known.
Salute Great job, please upload it when you're done. Thanks
Thank you for your service too, Sir💕‼️🇺🇸
Usually I don't add comments but this is an incredible build. On one of your videos you actually remarked that you couldn't believe you did this. What is so inspiring is you don't start out with that mindset. You consistantly create the thought that anything is achievable, problem solve issues and then excel in the completion. A "do over" ( i.e. storage drawers ) is not a mistake for you it's a chance for continuous improvement! This is inspirational especially to people who feel easily defeated before they start. You've got to think about how you can teach others, especially challenged youth, how to develop this mindset. 2 questions: 1. You added holes to 1/ 3 of the upper platform. Was that for weight reduction or moisture prevention, and if it was for the latter will you add the holes to the other piece? 2. Will you build removable screens for your side windows? I suspect the Max air fan and the open windows will result in incredible airflow. However, most places are really buggy so you might enjoy a screened in experience even at that lower level. Ok, enough of my chatter! Just very impressed with your creativity, problem-solving focus and commitment. Outstanding, young man in every way!
@grey cat I agree with everything you said about Dualex, he is a true visionary, a creative and pragmatic soul who makes it all look so simple. On the Camper Extension there is a bug screen on the front zip up section. Not sure if he's done any screens for the lower level. He seems to have thought of everything and executed to an impeccable standard.
Who thinks of this kinda greatness? DualEx... That's who! BEAST!
Love this. There is a KZheadr names MAV. He is looking for a camper truck. He likes customs. I wonder if you guys collaborated if it would be beneficial for both.
subbed to mav to my bro
oh yeah ... I like his Beetle
I enjoy watching Mav as well exceptional lad and travels independently. Something so few actually are willing to do
@@MickeyKnox The Beetle is legendary.
I thought of Mav too when watching this
I just keep waiting for the mini RV build. I'm a travel nurse, and want to have something that is mine when I go to assignments, instead of hotels. I have been looking at mini trailers or cargo conversions. Waiting on everything until I see what you do. You're super talented, and outrageously creative. Be well!
That is a brilliant idea. Hotels can be too expensive or worst, just...iffy.
One of the absolute best truck set ups I've seen.
I am a mom, and you are not even my child and I am so proud of your skills, build and your positive attitude. Great job, I hope you continue in your journey and videos of your accomplishments
Bro, you should turn this into a business. If you could somehow sell these, I would absolutely purchase one. I'm referring to both the platform and the truck shell. One of the best looking camper shells I've seen. I have a 03 Sonoma Crew Cab, so my bed is even shorter, so I appreciate the attention to space utilization. Wow wow wow.
If our dear veterans never can get a permanent home without risk of being put out due to lack money from whatever program then these lightweight camper trucks are perfect for them and outdoorsmen alike. Expect to see you in a few years on Shark Tank; you future self made man.
@JonLa89 And how exactly would they afford this truck?? Any Vet that actually did their job for a good period of time gets a great pension. I'm having no problem living, but I didn't do military time for the free shit or the pat on the back like most of yall either
You not only imagine it but you build it. And now enjoy it! You're an inspiration.
You’re a gifted builder/thinker bro. Your builds are everything.
It’s insane the amount of ingenuity in this build. Functionality and attention to detail in every corner. I’d be super proud, myself. Keep it up! Hooah!
Yo bro, Nuff Respect man! My wife hates that I got into off grid living, just can't get her on board. She doesn't realize how learn to live this way is priceless.
IM PRAYING FOR UR LIMITED EDITION WITH A HUGE RV MANUFACTURER!!!! I 💘 THE BUILD!
I didn't know you were a vet. Thank you for your service sir.
Had no idea that you are a Veteran. Thank you for your service young man. You really have impressed me with your skill and vision. Always great to see someone with your inspiration. The camper is awesome indeed. Look forward to every video. Have a great week !
You are a great creative person. I watch you consistently and appreciate your ingenuity. Stay Awesome 🛠
A projector too??? I could never imagine the way you could make a truck comfortable for camping. 🤯 AMAZING!!
I need a person like this in my life. (Now that I'm physically challenged and cannot do all this by myself.) I am grateful, at least, to be aware someone with such vision and determination exists. For now, that is enough.
I really enjoyed watching this build, especially all of the new skills you challenged yourself to learn! 💚
@@backyardbraaapn1017, but it was his first time using a sewing machine, and he branched out into much more metal work than he has before. Even a master of his craft strives to improve and expand his skills. 😉
You are a very creative person. I appreciate your ingenuity 🛠 Stay Awesome!
That truck is great for British weather. As a woman I can drive that easily. I love the build! 👍great job.
You’re HIM! Truly blessed skillman
Absolutely love your creativity on your build. I've been racking my brain on doing something like this for the truck I bought a cpl months ago. I like to camp, but don't want to always tow the cargo trailer I built out. This fits the bill for those quick off the grid weekend get away trips I like. Thank you for sharing all this info! Love that you promote veteran support as well!
Your builds are next level man, even the prior sink setup was such a fantastic design.
Retired Air Force/Desert Storm vet here.. that’s a bada** build.. just subscribed. Be safe in your journeys.
That Diamond Plate with Burnt/Epoxied Wood Accents looks Fantastic!!!
@DualEx I don’t even know you but I feel so proud of you as you have gotten better and better with each project! EVERY project you’ve done so far is better than the one before. Wow!!!! Thank you for sharing.
This is awesome! One thing u might consider is using your drawers as an extension to the bottom bed, so that you have a full length bed. Then add a custom tent cover to the bed for waterproofing.
This might be the most intuitive build you will ever see
Thank you for serving Sir. You're a great teacher!
I love the design the only recommendation from what I can see is once you open the clam shell at the bottom just above the diamond plate I would put a 3” piece of fabric that you can put over the diamond plate so rain water doesn’t run into the bottom box
You did a great job! I like the wood and the fact that it does not look like any of the other campers seen online.
Love your builds. Tip: consider putting an ugly red or yellow rubber "bumper" on the corners of your tailgate (diamond plate) to keep from poking out your eye in the dark.
When he said “right now I have it in chill mode” I sub’d lol
impressive ... you never disappoint. Keep up the great work. I hope you'll get a bigger audience - you deserve it. :-)
I agree wholeheartedly
You are a flat out genius. You've thought of everything and it looks good with the metal and wood combo. I've been watching you for a year now and I just love your style. Can't wait to see the camper.😊
Salute from a fellow Veteran. Love your channel brother.
You are Freakin GENIUS!!!!! I've watched hundreds of van build videos and thus far I have yet to see any that compares to your skillset! KEEP THRIVING my son/younger brother/ nephew/ friend!🙋🏾♀️😊✌🏾
Damn it looks so good! Amazing job man you have some serious talent
The longer I watched this, the more impressed I became. Congratulations on such a great, innovative setup. Thanks for your service. You also seem like such a fantastic man.
Impressive man with skills and getting it done attitude. We need more people with his common sense, mechanical aptitude and drive. Keep up the great work!
9:26 I’m an Air Force veteran…young man you thought of everything for a few nights out camping…🔥
Your builds are amazing. Such a talented young man. I'm seriously looking st this one as I have a pick up. Something like this would work well for me.
I've been following your content since your first van build content. I am blown away with how elegant you make these, while also maintaining affordability and simplicity. Thanks for sharing this build! I look forward to more content.
new to his channel. does he ever discuss he education/ vocational training? curious how someone becomes this genius
8:30 That Moth was like "goodbye cruel world"
I watched the build video. Some great innovation and fabrication! As a welder of 30 years, I'm impressed.
Love the 3 stage plane. Looks grate! And thank you for your service!
What an incredible build, really enjoyed the series!
Dude, I’m binge-watching your videos like Breaking Bad. So good.
Army veteran- 13B.... Thanks for your service!!!
This is ingenious! I wonder if there is a way to make the roof transparent for stargazing.
Thank you! That’s what the skylight is for
Wow you really think of everything!
Been looking forward for this. This is a cool set up I need one of these! Good vid!
I love the idea of "stage 1" stage 2 and stage 3... so building this could be accomplished one step at the time. Thanks!!
Absolutely amazing sir! Vet here as well! Thank you for your service.
This is so well thought out and executed! I love all the functionality in such a small space. This is beyond awesome! Great work!
wow such an incredible job bro! this is one the most amazing builds ive seen.
Wow saw one video from this, had to go back from the beginning and watch all of them from beginning to end. Had to FF during watching the video, just so I could see all the series before my battery would gives up... can’t believe how creative a person could be... love this.
Amazzzzziiiiiiiiiing !!!👏👏👏👏👏👏 You're such a smart, intelligent innovative young man!! I am so inspired watching you work and I dream to have that kind of camper truck two years from now when I turn 60 and I look forward to enjoy a different kind of life!! I salute to you sir !!!👍
Brilliant design and build!! I used your other brilliant drawer slide bed build to put one in my van. But this is also great and I will share with any of my truck camper friends. :) Well Done!! I love all the detail you put into your designs, builds and vids... ☺
This is a beautiful camper build. You are a true craftsman and thank you for your service. I’ve watched a few of your videos and everything you do turns out to be a masterpiece. Looking forward to the next build. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Get ready bro 1 mil is on the way!!! You’re a damn genius🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
New sub here! You deserve millions of of subscribers! I’m here before you get to a million💕 you are very creative, handy and smart, helping people with survival skills🙂
"Not every vet is as fortunate as me, being able to run a you tube channel and businesses" Bro, you and I both know 90% of vets are hella lazy ass people who wouldnt have ever accomplished shit if it wasnt for their short military time. You would have made something out of yourself either way...because you care about your future and you have heart!!
That 3 stage modular setup is reeeeeaally doing it for me
Duuuuude I can't with this!!! I'm working on starting a business building things like this and I CANT get over your style. Like dude you and I gotta talk and throw ideas back and forth 😂
Man I know I'm late to this video I just found it... But man this video is amazing you are amazing! My 55-year-old man on disability and this is my dream is to live in a truck or a van that I can modify into a living space... You're an inspiration bro I wish you were the best in life!! Thank you for sharing this video
Mane I’m so PROUD of you young brother keep up the good work! You are a great example of what young black man could be …..
They need to start a show on HGTV and have him do this for folks like when they remodel house. But build out travel vehicles for folks . Or even build cool Teardrop trailers campers.
Brother you can split the floor in two parts and arrange to access the butane cooker from inside the covered area. The option of sliding out the stove would still remain. This would also give you access to the "permanent" storage area from inside. The split floor can either be hinged to open or just lifted and placed on the side.
Wow! I do not have words for this. You killed this project and production. Watching you work makes me want to keep my day job. If you ever find yourself rolling out in to Wyoming in that truck or one of you other builds please look me up so I can see your work first hand and cook you an elk steak.
I’ve loved your truck camper build! Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸😁 I’m from West Virginia. We’re neighbors. 👍🏻😁
It would be cool to see just the top piece on a full size bed pickup. Even with the drawer insert it would give you plenty of room.
As a veteran myself, thank you! The bag is awesome......I will be purchasing one. Semper Fi!!!!
You are an inspiration, you will give so many people the confidence to do their own build. Love ya!
Much respect man. Always glad to see another brother in arms succeed, keep up the good work man.
Very gritty undertaking which is even cooler
Been bingeing on your videos today. I am AMAZED at your ability to sew!!! VERY WELL DONE ‼️. All your work is awesome 😎.. AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE, SIR‼️ 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Thank you for your service protecting our country and continous service with these helpful educational videos. Long life and blessings,
You need to produce the product for the open market. Great camper! Thank you for your service to our country.
Outstanding imagination, build and outcome 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💙
Oh wow, i would want an electric blanket. Very good job young man.
Fantastic job, my jaw is on the floor… I bow to you 🙏🏿
Thank you for your service. And all the other veterans thank you for your service. So we can be free and do wonderful things like this man is doing
Your video - your engineering - the simplicity yet complexity in your diy … and way you communicate - very impressed - thank you for your time and energy and sharing ! And will look into the bags you recommend that support veterans ~ JT / Canada
You are so talented! Love the layout you came up with 👏👏👏👏
Definitely, one of the best truck ,set ups I've seen, seen, so far thank , u for your, service, coming, from , a veteran
Creating like a BOSS. Happy camping in this sweet rig!
Thank you for sharing this beautiful build. God Bless you.
This is the most practical build I have seen thus far.
Yo. When you hit us with the projection!☝🏾I lost it!🤣🤣Dope.
Who needs a camper trailer I'll take this anyday great job peace from new Mexico
The absolute coolest thing about this truck is the fact that you built this yourself! Awesome job and love the set up. Its perfect for camping, but you could definitely live full time in this truck, no problem. Love it!
I love how real and transparent this dude is.
I'm amazed and at awe at how cool and impressive this build is......and then he pops out a mini kitchen in his truck and my mind is completely blown.
This is the sickest DIY build I've ever seen!
Would be cool if you could add an awning that comes out off the back so cover the kitchen area. Also maybe some removable screens for the lower windows to allow airflow in the lower portion.
Superb build. Greetings from a fellow vet. I’ll look forward to more of your videos.