Building a micro camper for Maker Camp in the Catskills | converting a cargo trailer for off grid
2022 ж. 18 Қаз.
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This cargo trailer camper conversion is my version of a low cost minimalist camper build. I started my #microcamper with a 4x8 U Haul cargo trailer, adding a lithium-ion battery pack, air conditioning, and a memory foam bed for off-grid comfort. I call it my Bed Box. Let me know what you think!
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Come to maker camp. We can hide it in my yard 🤐 hahah😂😂😂 awesome
I was a mechanic for U-Haul for 12 years. The box trailers were never sold. We cut them up and scrapped them. They did sell auto-transports and tow dollys though. If you get seen with it they will probably take it from you. I've personally seen them take trailers modified just like yours that people unwittingly purchased and had no idea it was stolen. Not sure about their policy now since I haven't worked there for a few years.
I can believe it! I clicked on this video and was thinking to myself, “this guy’s voice has in uncanny resemblance to my former co-worker’s voice!” Then realized it WAS Scott! Hey buddy! Nice video! Love the build!
I like the idea you are towing it with a Range Rover. It'd be comforting to know you have somewhere to sleep when waiting for the tow truck.😀
You pass this off as a casual and "rough" project. You're too humble; this is an incredible job.
Thanks for making my day with the "repurposed tree"!
I applaud both your skill set and dedication to repurposing/reusing material. The amount of "waste" in our society is horrific and your project demonstrates just how someone with a bit of vision and effort can make a dent in the problem. Shop skills should be taught to everyone in school (and I say this as a retired English/communication prof), along with basic gardening skills.
This was SO much more than I expected when I clicked on the video. Truly impressed with your wide range of skills and knowledge that allowed you to make this. Very concise video too; it really shows just how much goes into making a tiny camper.
I like that you're not just throwing money at problems, good luck maker.
You should be going to maker camp as a instructor. Your skills as a travel trailer builder can easily turn into a business. Building for others as a career is in your future if it interests you. Well done sir. You give me and I'm thinking, other people who watched this, inspiration and hope to do something themselves. Thankyou for sharing.
Very nice job especially with all the repurposed materials. Wish I understood electronics and electrical like you. Well done
Good job. Each individual battery pack needs a fuse or breaker. You may want to seal around electrical compartment sides with sealant or rubber strips. The low pressure area behind tow vehicle may direct water/salt spray into those gaps. Add a 12V computer fan and speed controller for ventilation. It helps cool things down if it gets too hot with no shore power and drown out noises- good or bad😊.
Super impressed. No one would ever guess that used to be a Uhual trailer. Wow.
Pulling a U Hual trailer years ago is what got me to thinking,,,,hmmm " why couldn't you turn one of these trailers into a camper" well fast forward a few years I purchased a 8.5 X 18 cargo trailer and converted it into a camper!! When I was kicking the U Haul trailer idea around all those years ago I never moved forward with it because I could never find a used U Hual trailer for sale! Anyway looking forward to see I how you do this build so far it's AWESOME!
Looks great for it's intended purpose. I would consider raising your bed onto a short platform so that you could use the area between the bed and floor as storage. Get some of those thin plastic containers with wheels and slide them under the bed platform. You can use for clothes, dry food storage, or something else.
Well done Jimmy. You make a conversion look easy; which it isn't. 😃
Very creative use of repurposing items!
Great build video and good luck with U-Haul!!
Awesome job. This has to be one of the best trailer builds I've seen. Love that you showed repurposed materials, showing a good way to save some money. Would love to see the finished product.
I loved all the repurposed items from the trailer to the server rack awesome job!