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Every teardrop camper build: “We waterproofed everything but the base, because water never hits a vehicle from the bottom.”
And every rock and piece of road debris. There's no protection under there against anything.
Not smart. The base gets wet from road water. I would want everything water proof. 73
All their builds seem to suffer from using the wrong materials for the job which will lead to complete tear downs after just a couple years of use (if that long). They also made a rolling oven as well. That blue is going to hold the heat.
No vent
I WOULD HAVE SCREWED A SHEET OF GALVANYZED STEEL.
Cool build but I would definitely water proof the bottom as well if you plan on driving in the rain 🌧️
Literally what I was thinking about when I saw the bottom side! Still an amazing camper.
rattle can truck bed liner is your friend
If I have to build a trailer, the only things I WON'T waterproof are the things that are waterproof by design. Truck bed liner is the way to go, however naive I for one imagine it sounds.
Years ago I bought 440 sheets of Formica for what came to about 89 cents a sheet. I would use a sheet of that.
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I like the simplistic nature of this teardrop coffin build.
What I was thinking! Id be extremely claustrophobic.
While everyone is complaining about the lack of waterproofing on the bottom; my concern is the trailer itself. Habor Freight trailers of that size are NOT rated / approved for highway speeds. Everything from the bearings to the frame itself should have been reinforced or replaced with better parts if this was going to be anything than a one time trip camper. Wouldnt be surprised if its already broken down and disposed of.
Yikes but ikr like Im making a tiny home ig and I seen the wheels said not for highway use after I bought them because they look real enough, like I can put air back in them and their from harbor freight, but the bike lane technically isn't a highway lmao 😂😂😂
Maybe I just live in pothole city but the idea of the whole "kitchen" bit only being secured by two simple latches and the cooktop was stored there without being secured in some other way honestly triggered me. No way is that highway safe.
Check the speed rating of the tires, (should be printed on the side of the tire). Many small tires are not rated for highway speeds. A tire rated as "D" is only safe up to 40 mph as an example.
The HFT trailer tires are only rated to 55. However i put a 1000lb touring bike on them, and inflated to 50psi and ran from Wyoming to Texas at 80-90 mph and they did fine. If they are under inflated it will chew up the tires. Especially in Colorado.
I was about to say the same thing.
Could you change the tires to something bigger?
@@TR_talks23 The rims would need to match the stud pattern of the axle.
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What if he built a camper with a pond in it.
This ain't Drew Builds Stuff 💀
Query. Can you poty in it? If I was to build one
Colin Furze built a driveable BMW E30 with a hot tub.
Dude you never answered it
Pond
this was probably one of the best minimalist/functional camper builds ive ever seen.
Then you haven't seen many. Lol
@@CookingWithLivvy "then you haven't seen many. lol" 🤓
I once met a guy who had converted his Scion xB into a sleeper with a little counter n sink with a bed too. The only thing that looked different from the outside were the two pvc tube tanks for water (4"x48")
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Nice. That rug really tied the camper together.
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This is a really awesome concept. I think I am going to make one of these. 0) They make similar trailers out of aluminum. and they make structural foam with aluminum sides. 1) If you keep the fold up kitchen box on the side, you should at least have it taper in the front, rather than be at a 90 degree angle to the wind -- this is for the sake of aerodynamics. It would not be hard to add that on to the box you already built. 2) If it were me, I would paint the entire underside including the steel with truck bed liner paint -- to protect it not only from water and gravel but also from salt in winter. 3) Your entire camper would fit under a 10 x 10 pop up canopy tent, or even a 12 x 12. If the length of the trailer was oriented from corner to corner of the pop up you would be protected from rain while getting in or out, and also while cooking. You could also mount a windbreak. In travel mode the canopy would easily fold up and fit in the camper or car. 4) If you want to have solar panels, the 10 x 10 canopy cover could be made out of clear green-house plastic in stead of canvas. 5) In the kitchen area I would make a counter top table with fold up legs that is only 16" wide and six feet long. I would place it perpendicular, to make an L shaped kitchen. You can never have too much counter top. 6) What about an ice chest? I would carry it in the car, and have a little fold up stand to get it high enough off the ground. 7) Where you put your TV, I would put in a very small charcoal burning heater to stay cozy -- but that is just me. 8) A rechargeable small fan placed near the open window the way you made it, might be enough ventilation, but I would mount a star gazing skylight and also a fan in the ceiling. Nothing wrong with redundancy.
this comment deserves way more credit
If you can make this Ill pay u
For solar, it would probably be better to use potable panels that can be placed out in the sun while this unit is in the shade. Open flame should be avoided in a unit this small. A fire would quickly use up the oxygen and could be a carbon monoxide source. It would be better to have one of those electric fireplaces.
@@sharonoddlyenough Good thinking. 1) I am now going to park the front of the trailer pointing to the south; transport the solar panels in the trailer: and mount them on the tongue when camping. 2) I am now going to park the trailer in the canopy, sew up thermal fabric sides, so it becomes like a thermal tent, and then, when needed I will put a tent stove in the tent -- also a bathroom tent. Thanks.
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That’s Awesome it feels so satisfying to see another one of these more luxurious mini campers after the first one you guys built for your bike didn’t work this is super Dope.
What a really cool idea and build. I love the simplicity of this camper.
thank you! thats what i love about it as well
That's pretty cool. I think the fold down kitchen on the back might be better aerodynamics. And maybe an awning above the kitchen.
Good point on streamlining. However, the speed and overall quality in how this was made are impressive. Maybe they or someone can make an improved version of this, which can allow for two people to sleep. Basically a slightly larger version with some improvements to streamlining and durability, and possibly have a battery storage with a way to add solar panels. .
I would put a gally on my minivan or SUV. My wife could not sleep in one of these tear drop trailers so this would be good for me. My wife can Sleep in the mini van. 73
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@@HaroutBlack Amen!
@@HaroutBlackdid Jesus have a mini camper?
Great job on the build looks like you thought of everything the only thing I would have done different is you're putting the base together I would use treated wood just because there's going to be a lot of moisture between that metal and the base of the camper so treated wood for the base would really help with all that moisture
About a decade ago I built myself a tiny one person caravan. The first few times I used it I woke up with a bad headache. I determined that there was not enough airflow and a buildup of CO2. A small 12V fan from an old computer power supply solved that problem. It also got rid of the condensation on the inside of the roof.
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Looks awesome ! One thing you could do to prevent a leak down the road is caulk and trim the roof to walk seam with something from a camper supply store . With the flexing it will have to endure on the road that seam will start to leak .
Amazing job, look into a solar panel and you 1000000% need some blinds and curtains for the window and door for when you go to sleep.
Awesome build, you guys are very talented and keep things simple but great, i love this channel, always interesting and inspiring to see what your next project is, I am glad i found this channel a long waze back.
that really means alot, thank you! we are still learning how to build things- but its always reassuring to have support!
I feel like the only problem with this is that someone could just pick up your camper and walk away with it
you feel sooooooooo good and proud once you see it working,and thats the bonus of hard hand work❤
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Where was the hard work part?
@@AnthonyMonaghan he worked with dedication, and most of what he did wasn't easy
Epic! Watch out for expansion on the wood under the bedliner. It will cause cracking. I know because I did the same thing and even had epoxy! Just inspect once in awhile and you should be good!
thats a good thought, if it were to crack, what should we do you think? re-apply?
@@ChayDenne certainly could. Or even use any other urethane-based product sealer. Apparently, epoxy and urethane products bond so you could do that too.
Bravo, Chay! It’s always a treat to see what you and your brother cook up. You give me a lot of inspiration for future projects with my son! Keep up the great work. You two are a great example of how family CAN (and should) work together. And as always, a big hat tip to your Dad. He raised the two of you right, and it shows.
that means a ton coming from a dad with his son! thank you for sharing. Growing up, my dad gave Colby and I the best memories building projects with us in the garage, your son will definitely appreciate your time together
I love watching your videos LOVE YOU CHAY
Awesome camper! One thing that can be improved is aerodynamics. I recommend putting the kitchen on the back of the camper, as how it is mounted on the side is a big brick, and it will likely hurt the aerodynamics a lot. By mounting it on the back it might help a lot with the MPG of the car towing it.
The big brick on the side is a huge boost to aerodynamics, as long as you are using the term correctly.
One small issue I see is that the doorway has no weather buffer area so if you've gotta climb in during a downpour, you're getting your bed and sheets wet. Not a major issue if you've dealt with worse, but certainly not ideal. I'm quite familiar with sleeping under wet blankets and it's NOT a fun way to wake up, particularly if you don't have a hot shower to get your body temp back up quickly.
Unfortunately it won’t last very long with the plywood being soaked.
He painted it with truck-bed liner paint, which is waterproof.
@@susanr.562 Not the underside, which will definetly start desintegrating after getting wet and damaged from rocks and stuff while driving.
@@brokestudent8548 Ohh.Missed that.
I love how simple yet effective the build was. Good video!
A side or roof vent would be perfect for airflow when the humidity creeps up. Great video though! Im sure its a great step 1 for all of us that want to make something similar one day.
Should of installed some flexible solar on the roof and put a spot for a Jackery (or other powerbank), overall very impressive, came out really good!
You guys did an awesome job! very proud of you that you can create such craftsmanship. Good luck in everything you do.
Awesome job guys, cool build! I do question the durability and longevity of that build and said components but it should be fun for a good few times! Awesome
Cool build! But why would you restrict access to the ports of your tv? And, do your feet actually fit underneath the shelf? Oh and last thing, shouldn't you have sealed the outside floor panel as well since rain will get up there while driving?
This is such a cool video, you should take it camping and make a camping video with you using it to survive the weeknd.
Nice little camper! I love your kitchen setup as well, such a great idea!
Fantastic build - thank you for using our Spyder Tarantula hole saws!!
bro this fr is cozier then my bedroom...luv ya mate!!!! made my night :")
thank you!!! I love to hear that
Good morning Chay! Great to see ya!
Been looking for a simple straight forward build to use as instructions to build mine. Thanks for the awesome video 🌊🦆🤙💯💜👍
I like the way you guys fitted the plywood and made it bend by putting groves in it. Awesome job.
Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful video 👍👍👍
That is the best thing I have seen on KZhead for a very long time and I am in awe of what you have accomplished! Thanks for posting this brilliant video, saved and subscribed 👍🏼😎
im honored to hear that! thank you so much!
Yoo, new Preident Chay video! Love the mini camper builds. Keep going man 💙
I love that. One thing I recommend is to get a portable power station so you can power the trailer from the inside. My personal recommendation would be the EcoFlow River 2. I have one myself, and it fits nicely on my nightstand.
Some solar panels on the roof would be really sweet as well
what a cool build, well done on the hard work !
thank you so much!!
Good build. A few notes: window should have been on opposite side for cross-ventilation... cook top outlet should have been inside the folding sink so it's not visible when sink is up. folding sink should have a beveled front to minimize wind resistance. Or better yet, part of the tail end like all mini tear drop trailers. tail lights should have been surface mounted to the back unless DOT regs said otherwise.
Cool build. Here is a tip for skinning a curved surface in plywood. The long axis is its axis of strength, it bends waaaaaaay easire the other way. I know this from skinning a 12' tall 8' diameter round entrance tower on my parent's house, I bent 2 layers of 3/8 plywood on the entire exterior, the first sheet I bent like you did, it was almost impossible. After that, I discovered if bends easily the other way. The more you know as they say. Excellent video, thanks for sharing.
Can I rent to own? Lol. I'd love something like that. That looks incredible.
Chay, I’ve been with you for a long time I think the first video I remember watching was you surviving 24 hours in the sewer, It was a great video. I loved how your brother Pranked you to get out because there was a firetruck coming and ever since you started this convert everything to something cooler and especially painted blue. Probably one of my favorite KZheadr. Thank you keep up the good work.😂😂😂😂❤❤❤❤❤
wow!! thanks for sticking around so long! fun fact, that sewer video was the first time my brother and dad helped on a video and from there they joined completely! Thank you so much for your comment and support!! im honored
Of course man just keep up the great work we love your content
Few things, it's a great little camper, but the weight doesn't have that much to do with fuel use (except on inclines and when accelerating.) Aerodynamics and drag will affect fuel consumption way more. Having the galley on the side is a ton of added drag. If you can mold some aero into each end, that would help. On the galley, I love that the sink connects to a hose. That's fantastic. Did you water seal the underside? (In one shot, it looked unsealed.) If you drive in the rain without the underside being sealed, water will rot the trailer from underneath in time. Looks like a fun little camper, though! Very comfy.
Looks both cozy and comfy. When you really think about it, all you really need is a place to sleep, watch a little TV, or videos, and make some food... Looks like it covers all those needs to me... Thumbs Up!
Until the non highway rated tires come off the rims
The one thing you should really consider is to waterproof the bottom, the rot will start there and everywhere you screwed into the side for power or signal lighting needs caulking to prevent water penetration. I used to build tiny homes and a lot of people miss these things or don't consider it but those areas will be the first to go when it starts to rot.
Chay, I hope you do more challenge videos in the future like surviving off DoorDash or being homeless for a week. Those are the most entertaining videos you have done in my opinion.
+1 to this. Those videos of his made me started to follow his youtube channel. But I think after his long break is when he switched to build videos.
@@3mcu_I think these style videos are way better
@@KZheadwatcher64827 I think it's fair. We all have different taste and to each his own right. I still support him either way and still watch whatever videos he uploads.
Should do a mix of both. He builds all these awesome things but then we never see or hear about them again. What's stopping him from making a series where he survives in this thing for a week with some kind of twist like doordash only etc
@@freerice9595 wow yeah thats a great idea.
I picked up a dual jet ski trailer and have made interchangeable beds: 2 kayaks, foldable clamshell rowboat/enclosed trailer, dump trailer/flat bed and I pull it with my Prius.
This video came at the best time in my life. I was getting so discouraged looking at prices for campers and never thought i could build one! Not only can it be done but also its way cheaper and perfect for all 5’8 of me 😅
If you want more followers you gotta start making videos more consistently, not every month.
If he's doing it every month that is consistent.
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Lovin' the camper.. top job. diminished only slightly by the caved-in front end of that thing towing it.
Brilliant camper mate I built one too tow it behind my quad bike here in Tasmania what a fun thing they are happy camping mate cheers
Under ten minutes people 👇
Yooo new President Chay video! Love the mini camper builds. Keep going man 💙
I think it's going to need more vents. I can see condensation becoming a problem. I love the basic idea!
Yall always build the cleanest items! Absolutely incredible every time!
Fun to watch, and great job! The fold out kitchen was a surprise. Makes me wanna go build something! But for all of our safety, I won’t. lol.
Great video. Enjoyed watching 👀 you build the camper. 👍 👍 👍 👍 👍
He is so freaking creative and he can do anything!!! i binge ur vids all night. Keep up your amzing work!
Wow! So beautiful. I am always so focused on the design to look beautiful and it doesn’t turn how I like it but it’s really good! Yours, is just a master piece!😮 I will subscribe😀
I want to build it so badly! It looks great! this sounds insane, but if i had that thing it would probably sit in my room, and id use it daily
That was my favourite build so far, that you guys have made, I would totally buy it if you were selling.
At 05:00 it dawned on me.I have seen this technique before.... It's how you build old school R/C airplanes....or small boats or canoes.....even small homebuilt experimental aircraft... You could use foam sheets and glass the outer shell like how they build funny car bodies tò fit over rail car dragsters..strong but light.. Anyway ..great video..... Keep it rolling... 😊
Greetings from Redondo Beach CA 🇺🇸. Very creative. Tiny but looks cozy and functional. Great work🌷🌷
You should have made it where the camper is bolted to the trailer with 6 bolts where the threads are on the bottom, under the metal frame and the nuts can be removed. That would allow you to remove the camper and use the trailer for hauling things considering the camper won't be used for 99% of your life.
Nice. Mostly great, just a couple nitpicks. The standard in North America is to have the door on the curb side of the trailer. If you're parked on a busy street, it will be harder to safely access the interior of the trailer. Consider making the outside kitchen smaller and portable so it can be taken off and stashed inside the trailer or tow vehicle. If you used 120v wiring, I hope you left your junction boxes accessible. There's a few more, but I'll leave it at that. It is a noticable improvement from your $1000 trailer video. I look forward to seeing what you do next.
for anyone with kids: my dad and i used that foaming glue for my 5th grade volcano project (it was light and huge and easy!) many many years ago and it was still the coolest
Turned out really neat! I would have liked to add an additional window on the other side of the bed (make it small enough to fit next to the outdoor kitchen), so I could have cross breeze ventilation. Also an addition of a skylight to make the sleeping area feel larger and airy.
What a fun and creative project!!! Looks fantastic!!❤
I lived in a van for several years. Pull the back seats out, put in a cot. It was great and easy, took 30 minutes to convert.
Great idea. I built myself a one man camper a few years back, took it everywhere, Including Europe. Sold it on and as far as I know the lad that bought is still using it .
Always glad to see when you have a new vid pop up! Always enjoyable and entertaining. 👏
thank you so much!
Looks great..... I'm looking to build a two person camper.... nice design.
I just binged 10 episodes and i absolutely love your content.
Next time mount the sink w'the faucet set on the end and then allow the kitchen to be tilted down w/a canopy good for inside and outside and then have access from the inside too for those rainy days!
I don't know what is it but has recently became my favorite youtube channel, Pleasant Surprise every time a video puts up !
This is so awsome yet so small but fully usable imagine this times 2 bigger... awsome work
Something about a micro camper with a screen door struck me as the greatest thing I've ever seen 😁😁
Love your videos dude! It's always been my dream to make something like this and travel the world!
I've been watching so many of these and I'm happy the algorithm directed me to what was in my budget haha.
Been here since you’ve had 11k🤧 keep making this amazing content and you’re gonna get that milli soon💯
oh wow!!! thank you! thats such a long time. Im very grateful
Nice video! Glad to see you guys using romex for the wiring this time!
Very cool stuff. I enjoyed watching. Thank you for sharing!
Sure wish I had your skills and talents!! Do you sell plans to build it????? That is something I could haul with my Corolla! Thanks for sharing! Great build!
I absolutely ❤ love the OSHA approved “safety squints” while cutting
I'm so glad you posted today love this video Chay :)
Nice job. You are a true craftsman. For a camper, it's a little tight for anyone 5' 9" or taller. Also, if you have a date, it will definitely be up close and personal 😅 It has no AC, so a total non-starter for Florida.
Love the video. Music throughout is insane! I thought I was watching interstellar a couple times throughout 😂
I absolutely love this! 2 things I would add: 1. Solar panels & battery in the event there is no power, this is a personal touch I would add. 2. You can get a computer slightly bigger than what a USB stick would be for a few hundred dollars, do with that what you would like. I like the TV since not only is it Roku and you have apps, but I think you could also download movies/TV shows depending on the app? (If I'm mistaken, refer to my computer USB stick) You can also attach a Switch or something to play video games too. I would love something like this!
That was definitely an awesome project. I would definitely use that thing!
Did a great job here on this camper! now use those wired skills you just displayed and fix that unsightly left front fender damage!
Im glad YOU were the first guy that helped my passion to someday make stuff like this
Very cool build and I love the simplicity. I am curious if you waterproofed the bottom of the trailer? I didn’t see that step of you did. Also wondering Scott the short tongue length to the car and can you make tight turns with it? Anyways love the vids great job as always!
that is the coolest thing i’ve seen in a while awesome job guys 👍🏼👍🏼
fold-down kitchen is what i was thinking. instead of plywood interior, have you considered shower panels? there's a premium sheet that's about 1/8" thick, and a thinner sheet that's closer to 1/16" thick. rooftop solar? batteries in the floor? foam insulation on the walls? but yes, as others have said, bedliner the underside too. and yes, there's WHITE bedliner, probably other colors too.
oh wow! ill have to check out those panels! 1/16th would be awesome so far, winter camping in there has been great with no wall insulation, that being said, in the summertime i bet we will need it thanks for the advice!
@@ChayDenne actually i have a project going with this stuff (but no channel, yet)... it's called polywall at lowe's. label says "protects walls from moisture and abuse." should easily glue up to the underside of your stringers, very flexible too so don't have to kerf around tight bends.
I've actually seen people use those shower panels on the exterior of their micro campers.
Maybe needs something over wind-facing part of the sink block to make it more aerodynamic on the road, but otherwise, two thumbs up. Awesome work.