$100 Truck Camper Setup for Winter Camping (DIY Boondocking)

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@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks to everyone for watching! Doing a give away at 25k Subscribers for all you loyal fans. Stay pinned for the first road trip with this bad boy! Follow me on instagram @marvtheintern

@nathangravel2883 5 жыл бұрын

Mav exciting! I luv giveaways

@bobshaw4063 5 жыл бұрын

Where are you interning ? Are you in med school ?

@bobshaw4063 5 жыл бұрын

Cut some holes in top of the night stand big enough to hold soda cans .

@Ketchieofficial 5 жыл бұрын

why didnt you add the links to the items

@ryanjohnson3681 4 жыл бұрын

Mav you need to drive down to The Alabama gulf coast to do some big bull red fishing bro.

@YoutubeYouTube-hp7mt 3 жыл бұрын

Look at how far you've gotten! You should come back and watch this, all the places you've been and you've inspired me to go out more! Lot's of love from NH!

@paulb8878 5 жыл бұрын

Ditch the cot an put a piece 3/4IN Plywood on the bed rails then just put a piece of foam down for padding then you have plenty of storage under and a place to sleep up top

@joshmvines 4 жыл бұрын

How to spend $100 on two things and add another $300 in everything else equipment from your house.

@joseharo1249 4 жыл бұрын

Josh Vines That would be $107.94

@mantislife7463 5 жыл бұрын

We chugged our beer every time you touched your hair

@kenuber4766 5 жыл бұрын

HeHeHe.....I'm drunk now

@samuelsanchez-su8ii 4 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂

@tonydaniels3093 4 жыл бұрын

Oh no shit lmao

@JohnC420. 4 жыл бұрын

Imma play this game next time I'm drinking lmao

@rosco600 3 жыл бұрын

🤑🤑🤑🤑🤑🤘🤘🤘

@FattHoLLiday 5 жыл бұрын

You are a decent human being for placing the cart in the cart corral.

@TheKinGJux 5 жыл бұрын

Always bring a fully charged jump box and a tire air compressor that can run of the lighter plug in the truck if you are parking somewhere remote. Flat tire or dead battery are very common thing to wake up to in cold weather.

@chickenfriedfishin 5 жыл бұрын

I lived comfortably in a van for 3 1/2 months this past summer/ fall. What an experience, You're going to love it Mav!

@scottsturgeon618 5 жыл бұрын

I love a basic truck cap camper build. I started into RVing the same way and may end-up back under a truck cap as its by far the stealthiest way to urban camp and the most versatile for backwoods boodocking. Insulated blackout curtains and a carpet on the truck bed will both insulate, deaden the outside sound and give you privacy. These improvements will add immensely to the "livability" of your truck cap camping. Camp on!!

@hopefulvoyage 2 жыл бұрын

Where do you get those insulated black out curtains?

@noobsavant 3 жыл бұрын

How it all began...nice.

@USN_Ret- 5 жыл бұрын

$100 at Cabela's? What's that, 3 candy bars?

@bobshaw4063 5 жыл бұрын

Fellow Veteran Thank You for Your Service . I served in the Air Force August ' 71 - May ' 75 .

@USN_Ret- 5 жыл бұрын

@@bobshaw4063 Thank you! and thank you for your service! One of my fishing buddies served in the A.F. '64-'84.

@bobshaw4063 5 жыл бұрын

@@USN_Ret- Thank You for your reply . What did you do in the Navy ? Your fishing buddy & you were smart staying in to retire. I regret not having done the same . What did your buddy do in the Air Force ?

@USN_Ret- 5 жыл бұрын

@@bobshaw4063 I was an Aircraft Electrician. He was a door gunner, did 3 tours and after the war he worked on Ejection seats. After he retired from A.F. he did 20 years for the post office and retired as a Post Master.

@teresanoel4035 5 жыл бұрын

USN_Ret 84-05 there is no reason to be a shit head

@scottrose5922 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, I lost count on the journeys I went on with you Mav and happen to stumble across this beginning. Amazing, living the dream for sure, truly inspiring!

@Nyctophora 4 жыл бұрын

Just wanted to say how nice it is to see someone so cheery and full of life :) Your smile is contagious in a good way!

@billreid2066 5 жыл бұрын

Those propane heaters release a lot of water vapor when they operate, also curtains or other window coverings help with insulation.

@SuperdutyExplorer 4 ай бұрын

Love going back and seeing where it all started!! I just upgraded my setup at the end of 2023!! I do not miss the $750 setup ( toper included in that price!) but it got me out all over the country so i wont complain about it!

@CaliVapor 3 жыл бұрын

Integrating what you already have is a key part to making it affordable. Love to see your roots and the beginnings of “Mav” 🕉

@wadewilliston5424 4 жыл бұрын

Liked your video. My pickup is similar. I have a camper shell with a bit more raised roof and the same type of carpet for the camper shell and the bottom of the truck bed. My pickup is a Chevy Silverado and I found I had two places for a battery (for the truck battery and one other), so I added a deep cell battery in the empty place under the hood, and had it wired up so that it recharges the deep cell battery when driving on the road, but is separate from the truck battery so that the truck battery doesn't become depleted. In the back I had had DC cables extended from the front deep cell battery to the camper shell area and I have an inverter there. I have a inside portable A/C that I have vented to the sliding window between the camper shell and the cab of the truck and a generator that I can place on a platform in the back (from the back hitch) to power it. Exhaust hot air is vented in the space between the camper shell and the cab of the truck. This has worked out by having the back of the camper nice and cool. I live in Florida so keeping cool is more important than keep warm (except it get's cold around New Years). I know, it isn't much. I came from Michigan so I do know cold and snow. Just some ideas. If you're interested in the dual battery setup, I should have the link I used to set everything up.

@angelogarciajr5356 5 жыл бұрын

I saw one guy stick bubble wrap on his windows....people cant see in but the bubble wrap lets light in. Just cut some strips of bubble wrap to cover all your windows and when not in use, tuck it up under your cargo net.

@deadcenterfilms 5 жыл бұрын

RoadTrippin' You're gonna love it Mav!!

@tylerross2968 3 жыл бұрын

Wow shocked seeing it started like this great work where your trucks at now fully equipped

@googleuser868 4 жыл бұрын

Got more or less the same camper and bed liner on my Z71 but I like using the reclining seats in the cab for sleeping. Heat and AC work fine and entertainment system and lights are readily available. Only thing I might want is a blanket if it's below freezing to extend the time between firing up the truck for more heat but usually I camp when it's around 50 degrees at night.

@123justbeingme123 3 жыл бұрын

Mav you were so happy doing this episode it was contagious. It was a great beginning. You managed your money well.

@bomiwonabi 5 жыл бұрын

Very cool quick set up. I was thinking of doing something similar to my Subaru Forester. For those short term over night stays at a fishing spot.

@belindahugheslifestyle 2 жыл бұрын

Well done, Mav! This is exactly the info I was seeking: a budget truck camping build for winter. Very inspiring. Will make my way through your related vids in coming days. My fave items this video were the cot, Big Buddy and carbon monoxide detector. Bright blessings!

@Splitsplatofficial 5 жыл бұрын

I love videos of people doing nomad things out of their vehicles. Great video Mav and great quality, just subbed! 🤙🏻👍🏻

@fak911 5 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see what adventures you take your truck on with the new setup!! Thanks for the vid!

@slackerdog007slackerdog8 Жыл бұрын

Always thinking of safety MaV, great to see how you started. Stay safe Mav, you’re always busy, i learned a lot from your future videos, and some now. Thank you “ 🙏 “

@JA-bx1sh Жыл бұрын

Just plugged in to watch your throw back vid. It’s astonishing of far you have come Mav!! You’re videos inspired me brotha🤙 Keep on truckin$}

@lynnash1133 5 жыл бұрын

I am inspired. I think I am going to try something like this in my 1994 Chevy.

@dalesmithiii5999 2 жыл бұрын

And this is where the adventure began!

@kam9370 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been binge watching your videos for like 3 hours now and I think I’m in love now

@russ15151 5 жыл бұрын

I did almost the same thing with my truck. Works well in spring and summer when you're towing a boat and sleeping at boat launches. Not so much in the winter because I need to put my gear in the truck. Plus you'll freeze your balls off.

@arjnsdca 5 жыл бұрын

Be sure you get yourself a good first aid kit!

@sethious1 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting going back to see your OG setup

@robertlarkin6101 4 жыл бұрын

Use a 5 gallon bucket cut out sides for air flow and but a used heater core in it. Connect hoses to truck heater

@EQ50master13 5 жыл бұрын

If you can manage to fit a small fire place and some wood you could heat bigger rocks up and place them in a pan or something and that will keep the area nice and warm.

@50finders21 5 жыл бұрын

add a cooler for more of those sock beers and add carabiner clips to the cargo netting to hang things.

@PUTEMDOWNProductions 5 жыл бұрын

those buddy heaters have internal sensors to shut them off , they are designed for indoor use

@dingfeldersmurfalot4560 3 жыл бұрын

still, safety is good. things break

@mattanderson140 5 жыл бұрын

For the windows I’ve used the fold out things u put in a car windshield to keep sun out and some Velcro .

@kevinlloyd8121 Жыл бұрын

So funny to see the truck so fresh after everything it’s been through now !

@CharlieNagoo 5 жыл бұрын

I think you should take that truck and catch a bass in all 48 States. In the process you can cross paths with AP or SBFISHING.

@coreylahey1711 5 жыл бұрын

Honestly that is an amazing idea .... I bet he would double or triple his subs doing that

@joeywalski5669 5 жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for some camping vids

@PlayinHookySportfishing 5 жыл бұрын

Anyone else notice from this and other videos how small of steps Mav takes? Haha, great vid man! Keep up the good work!

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

lol its funny because I have long strides when im not filming #fearofthecam

@davidking9792 5 жыл бұрын

Watching from roseville Minnesota! Love the truck camper!

@thewashesplantation8776 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, I would however recommend lining your truck bed with carpet.

@doomman700 5 жыл бұрын

Moisture is a by-product of propane combustion. If you get to the point you can afford it, buy a chinese diesel air heater in a cabinet. For the record hot air rises. Heat goes to cold. You should get enough venting from 1 of those windows, do a test with your co detector. Enjoy Edit: a little reflectix over the windows will give privacy and aid in insulating windows.

@jimbojet8728 2 жыл бұрын

I thought $100 was going to be cheapo! Then you priced the cots and I knew you’d underestimated the costs involved when camping out. Bike packing is my thing and it’s a money pit! It really is. Of course you can go cheap and cheerful, but you’ll almost certainly end up cold and uncomfortable and quite possibly failing? Give yourself the best chance, I say. Which simply means buying quality gear and no gimmicks! A good vid again Mav, thank you I have enjoyed it.

@dexandersen3849 2 жыл бұрын

You sir inspired me to get a truck, and I finally got one now I gotta save to grab gear for it

@zachhalverson69 5 жыл бұрын

Watching in White Bear Lake! Keep up the great work, love the videos!

@bigboyfranks7524 5 жыл бұрын

Hey there! First time subscriber and camper/hiker I have a 2002 Ford F-150 and I liked your setup and you gave me some good ideas for my truck! Thank you 😊 and can’t wait till the next video! This is Big Boy Frank from Texas peace out ✌🏼

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Frank Simental thanks frank! Glad you got some ideas from the video.

@JonathanSilvaTX 4 жыл бұрын

Just got a camper for my truck, ready to to do something similar to this

@bagemoutdoors6641 5 жыл бұрын

put a small fan on top of the nightstand should help with condensation and the hot air rising

@ThePhool1 5 жыл бұрын

Opolar makes an awesome little fan. Pretty cheap on ebay. Put a rechargeable battery in it plus you buy one of those small pocket sized solar power cells and you can hook it up with the usb cord. The cell I have will run that fan for 3 days straight, 72hrs straight still had 1/2 power left, on low to circulate your heat plus 3' away it is silent. I also have 2 of those LED lanterns that are advertised as tactical quality, on TV they also sell the flashlights they break out of the ice block, and they will last a real good amount of time too and are about the same size as your refreshment. Get some Reflectix, spelling?, from ACE and velcro it to your windows. Will help insulate. To make those a bit more homie feeling use some 3m spray glue to put some fabric on the Reflectix and make them look more like a curtain. You know, cute kittens, butterflies, deer tracks or even Oregon Ducks.

@brandondannys-menary3678 5 жыл бұрын

Nice truck man, my first time watching your videos and I have to say, good job haha

@craignash4736 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job for now ,you’ll figure it out ,

@scottrose5922 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Jaws poster, 1975!

@patrickgravel7482 3 жыл бұрын

I have the same truck but black and 2014 with a few upgrades and love it

@Reefermadness1707 5 жыл бұрын

Mav you bring such positivity in your video, i rarely fish but i always enjoy when i do. I have been following you sense you were on apbass. Glad to see you making your own content now. Keep up the good work and keep slaying the big fish

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the love! Hope that you love the videos to come.

@wendyeesue 5 жыл бұрын

I can picture the right type of leg covers for the cot keep it from slipping, sold at menards.Rubber brown square with ridges , they will do the job, don't know the name of them, used for furniture legs....looks pretty good I think

@natebourgault9317 5 жыл бұрын

You might want to try a small dehumidifier. That would cut down the condensation.

@texasproud5612 4 жыл бұрын

You need the Styrofoam board you can get big sheets of it at the home depot , you can cut it with a razor knife and put it up over your windows in the camper...will give you privacy and insulation...its called starafoam it's used in building houses.works good I use it in my rv.

@ToughCountry 5 жыл бұрын

Let the adventure begin.

@elfredii2348 5 жыл бұрын

Wasn’t sure about doing this myself but now that i see you loving every minute of it, you inspired me to just go for it! Been watching all your videos! Hope your channel keeps growing! Great work man!

@waderandell621 5 жыл бұрын

Put a small fan in there. Move the warm air around.

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Wayne! ill look into getting one. My heater has a small fan in it, but it would be nice to mount one on the roof to push the heat down.

@rtshort 5 жыл бұрын

@@mav Get a ceiling fan. LOL Any small fan should do, as long as it pushes the air around.

@scotquigley513 4 жыл бұрын

Tent fan from Walmart also has a light.

@StrongManMattt 5 жыл бұрын

what about taking a hacksaw to the cots leg, driver side so it rests on the wheel well...

@jonathanbonilla1555 2 жыл бұрын

Didn’t have nothing watch so went to the bottom of the lists 🤣🤣

@LookOutside... 3 жыл бұрын

the night stand is perfect

@jacksonlablanc2146 5 жыл бұрын

Holy smokes shoulda bought a hat to hold your hair back while you were at it

@kenuber4766 5 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same thing!! HaHaHa

@jordandombrovski 5 жыл бұрын

I think a small fan would help with the condensation. I bought a Ryobi one at home Depot. Runs off of their batteries. On low it'll run all night.

@evangoddard4437 5 жыл бұрын

If you want better lighting look into the PowerOPTIX lanterns there sweet and super bright use them ice fishing all the time!!

@michpratt1 5 жыл бұрын

I think you should have bought a twin size memory foam topper, cut in half, placed one on top of the other, rolled with sleeping bag on top and secure with bungees for sleeping. I know Cabellas wouldn’t have that but they are awesome.

@tannerbrooks722 4 жыл бұрын

It’s crazy how much your accent has left from you traveling everywhere

@hero2006 5 жыл бұрын

Great video. You can get a couple of DampRid at Walmart to help with the moisture.

@bobshaw4063 4 жыл бұрын

Good suggestion now why didn't I think of that ? Cause your smarter then this old fart LOL !!

@quinnsoutdoors1200 5 жыл бұрын

Great setup mav, you should be drinking some rigged beer in there. Ha, seems fitting.

@augieisaacson5906 5 жыл бұрын

Looks pretty cozy in there mister!

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mister!

@bmc6814 5 жыл бұрын

Love your work with ap

@bubbles249abe 5 жыл бұрын

Go to steez auto styling in elk river and have him tint your topper, he could do limo tint and nobody would be able to see in and you still will be able to see out! It will also make it darker in there for sleeping!

@manlikegus238 3 жыл бұрын

Ditch the cott, make a fancy sleeping pad/mat. More head room.

@glowlight69 4 жыл бұрын

God bless your young limbs, because I can't be jumping up in the back of a truck like that, I need a van or mini van

@robertperez583 5 жыл бұрын

Great video dude 👍🏼

@hacklabdesign 5 жыл бұрын

You have an awesome personality.

@viralexotics8031 Жыл бұрын

Im gonna watch all of your videos

@Jetsonn 3 жыл бұрын

Nice soundtrack!

@Bcfc4evr1 5 жыл бұрын

Come to Canada brother, lake st.clair Muskie fishing is phenomenal in the fall.

@eriesniper 5 жыл бұрын

Cool conversion of your truck bed

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@RocMerc 2 жыл бұрын

Man so crazy seeing this. You’re over a million subs now!

@afishinfamily5494 5 жыл бұрын

Have enjoyed watching you on AP’s channel. Looking forward to seeing some of your solo content 🤙

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@kyleking5719 5 жыл бұрын

Get an electric heater so you can keep it on for along time without dying like propane

@chrisanderson9856 5 жыл бұрын

Mav they make a foil lined bubble wrap in different widths and lengths. You could use that wrap to cover your windows using a some velcro for your front and side windows.i would use double sided tape and affix some kind of material to both side so the foil. When not in use you could roll them up and store under your cot. You could also rig a lock on the inside of your rear topper window. On the back topper window I used one way window tint so you can see out but nobody can see in. Hang in there and keep on fishing. You might want to check to see if your slogan is copyrighted as that is a slogan from the 70's.

@salisburysteak6170 2 жыл бұрын

Is this the first video camping in truck if so this is awesome love the videos Mav !!

@AJORAHBLE 5 жыл бұрын

im really liking your videos Mav, keep up the great work!

@mav 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the love!

@DD-rh2sz 2 жыл бұрын

15:53- "wow this lights kinda harsh eh?". Damn Minnesotans ARE like Canadians :)

@paulwilson3434 4 жыл бұрын

What a fun video

@d3jaioffgridandontheroad113 5 жыл бұрын

Hey brother. Suggestion for mounting possibly a small piece of metal like a flat outlet cover for a four plug with Velcro on one side to attach to the top and then you have the metal to attach your magnets to. Not sure how heavy the items are that your looking to secure with the magnets, but hopefully it helps. Good luck brother.