Cargo Trailer to Camper Conversion - How We Did It in 4 weeks

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7 жыл бұрын

I hope you enjoy this video showing how we converted a 16' cargo trailer into a camper in just 4 weeks. Subscribe and be sure to check out our website at makeanddo.net for more videos.
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Although the camper conversion took us four weeks, there were still a few things we decided to do later. For example, we still plan to do the following:
-Add an awning or canopy across the back where the kitchen is.
-Put the camp stove on a slider
-Finish some of the trim work
-Add another window
-Make adjustments to the tables on the back door
-And a few more small things
Be sure to stay tuned. I'll post more videos as we continue our progress. With it being a tandem axle trailer, I'll post a video about braking. I'll also post videos about camper weight, running electricity, sway control and more.

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@camerondierking49 5 жыл бұрын

I’m an rv tech at a very large rv dealership. I must say, you are building this better than 80k dollar campers are built!

@troysnyder6273 4 жыл бұрын

Duh..hell u cud see light throu a brand new $5000 trailer..they make em junk

@marka202 4 жыл бұрын

And NO RUBBER roof.👍👍👍

@Dave-sw2dm 4 жыл бұрын

Way heavier though. I used 1x3 hardwood where he used 2x4s, and 1/8th luan for non structural panels.

@MitchOfCanada 3 жыл бұрын

and 500lbs heavier

@scottfranson4215 3 жыл бұрын

My Goodness, that's a compliment ...

@steventwiddy3402 3 жыл бұрын

I think it’s awesome the way you have the whole family working together on this project, that time together and memories are priceless !

@paulmurray3837 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice. I wish you would have told us about how you handled the batteries, water system, etc.

@lsassidawg 6 жыл бұрын

Of all the videos I’ve watched yours explained the most to me. I’m very visual so when you showed the wall studs and caulking and insulation I understood 100% better what I will be doing when I start my cargo home on wheels. Thank you so much for the details. And your trailer is probably the best one I’ve seen. Just gorgeous. I love that the kids helped the whole time! Happy travels.

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. However, I was in an accident last year and have completely remodeled it. Here is the video for the new design if you would like to see it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aNOWo6Sb2tzIZHU.html

@khm2128 5 жыл бұрын

Your time lapse & chosen explanations answered many of my prior unanswered questions, especially about the original vs chosen wall installation. Thank you!

@josephcampese5347 7 жыл бұрын

@make & do....This is one of the top 3 trailer conversions I've seen. Outstanding job. The trade skills were executed with top shelf proficiency. However, the real tip of the hat goes to whomever it was that did the planning and assigned the work. Truly, experienced General Contractor prowess. Thank you to you and your team for sharing.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much Joseph for such a kind compliment.

@tammieparrishmiller3669 7 жыл бұрын

I love the bunk beds! Great use of space! I think you all did a beautiful job! The work was quality and in such a short period of time. Very impressive. Thanks for sharing it with me!

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Jibbie49 3 жыл бұрын

@Jim Watson I imagine they spend most of their time sitting outside unless it is raining.

@Jibbie49 3 жыл бұрын

@Jim Watson Oh, Heavens!! Were you at Mt. Rushmore? Yrs ago we camped near there in a tent & the weather was beautiful but a fast storm came up & we were in that tent holding the walls & had hail coming down. We were young and we still laugh about that, but I understand!!

@jsosa1957 7 жыл бұрын

WOW what a nice job you guys all did on that trailer I love it

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@washburnbilly 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best videos on conversations that I've seen. Great job my friend!

@SillyConeBaby 7 жыл бұрын

that is just amazing!

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bryansonnet2454 3 жыл бұрын

Great job and thanks for giving us the walk through, giving many of us the desire to do the same thing!!

@JonHowardPhotos 7 жыл бұрын

Outstanding conversion. Fit and finish are top notch. As for the wire, well, at least you can install a residential water heater, or cooking range, or a small heat pump... grin.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

:) So true.

@Vancouver_Island_Guy 7 жыл бұрын

make & do so how big is the trailer? 16 feet from the v nose to the back? they call 14 foot trailers 12 for up here because the don't measure from the nose back.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

The nose is extra space. It's not part of the 16 feet.

@Vancouver_Island_Guy 7 жыл бұрын

make & do tyvm

@gerrybarry-relph7269 7 жыл бұрын

BritishColumbia0

@markp.7165 3 жыл бұрын

I liked the fact that you had some young people helping you on this project. They learned a lot doing this with you and that pays off for the rest of their lives. Too many young people today know nothing about doing any sort of manual labor or hands on repairs etc... Great Job!!!

@klote82 5 жыл бұрын

Im 36 and me & the wife both work remotely so we have the ability to work from anywhere. I asked her about doing some traveling in a trailer and she was all for it! Thanks for posting this video awesome conversion! Having the freedom to travel anytime is one of lifes greatest pleasures!

@saltcreekammo 5 жыл бұрын

What do you and your wife do for work?

@brainlessgonzo6558 5 жыл бұрын

It came out looking real good. I like the dark stain on the wood Makes it look so cozy.

@clintprice2123 7 жыл бұрын

You did a beautiful job on the trailer. It's not just the weight that your tow vehicle can pull, it's the total area of frontage of the trailer that drags on the air as you pull it. My pickup truck has that aspect listed along with the trailer weight listed.

@joell3102 6 жыл бұрын

This is outstanding! Great family build -- and so well done. You should post a rough sketch of that back storage and front area! And OUCH on that 10 gauge wire!

@peggychapman7835 5 жыл бұрын

Gorgeous home congratulations on your adventures with your family life

@StressLessCamping 4 жыл бұрын

I like the idea of the outdoor kitchen - nice build. Also looks like you got the kids involved and that’s a plus too!

@SRKIMMIE 5 жыл бұрын

Bless you for 'teaching', not only us but all of those teens! Hopefully they go into business together!

@MtKatahdinClimber 6 жыл бұрын

This is nearly exactly what I wanted, and have been searching for. I was trying to figure out a bed layout. Love the steps/storage idea!!!

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Good luck with your build.

@matts1166 10 ай бұрын

I too am considering a conversion. I've looked at many campers, and many come close to what I want, but only about 85% the way there. Everywhere I want to go has shore power, water hookup, restroom facilities, and showers. If I don't need to deal with a black-water tank, I don't want to. Cassette toilets are a pain. Also, a back/front door, as apposed to on the side seems like a better layout. I'm thinking a door on the front, passenger side. The rear doors for fuse box, water heater, and storage. Then a Murphy bed Queen at the back, Murphy twing(stored vertically) on the Driver's side, and a jackknife couch for a fourth person.

@1videot1 4 жыл бұрын

I would add an awning to the rear along with a Patti'o Room, Lift that tailgate, and you have a covered, private porch that can be a screen room or completely enclosed. Add some steps to acess the rear tailgate and you are complete. Solar panels are a must as well. This was a build that Ive been wanting to do for a while now. Good luck

@TheDISSHonoredOne Жыл бұрын

So awesome to have built two fixed huge beds! Luv all the trim work you did as well. Your family did a great job. I am going to check out your channel to see what has happened since then!

@johnw65 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, Thanks for the tips! I'm almost done with converting my 4'x6' V-nose cargo trailer into a toy hauler/camper. Adding 120v/12v/Solar power, AC, LED lights, AM/FM-CD/DVD, 24" TV, Cabinets, Tri-Fold sofa-bed and outside storage: 4'x5' roof-rack, 2'x4' rear receiver rack, 4'x5'8" deck above the extended tongue, which made the trailer far more stable at hwy speeds!

@notsosilentmajority1 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice job. The finished product looks great and it looked like you really did things right. Congrats. 👍🏼

@rking1106 5 жыл бұрын

Beautiful and simple, thanks for sharing

@user-gt3xx6lc1o 9 ай бұрын

I'm doing one that will be more basic and convertible so I can haul motorcycles, etc but I love the budget painted plywood with the 1x3 trim! Looks like it would add strength and hide any waves. Nice job!

@going2sleep 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! A lot of work.

@enragedbutterfly 4 жыл бұрын

This is exactly what I needed. Thank you so much!

@lass-inangeles7564 3 жыл бұрын

Great build! Please don't put any music on DIY videos. If I turn off the sound I miss your voice when it comes on. If I leave sound on, it drives me nuts.

@civicfire99 6 жыл бұрын

Dude has more friends helping him work on his trailer than I have friends in total :(

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

@richardbianco3193 4 жыл бұрын

Most of us are lonely and introverted thanks to all the losers

@tp7393 4 жыл бұрын

Dad told me if you can count all your friends on one hand just before you die...You are a blessed man.

@renebleu8711 2 жыл бұрын

@@richardbianco3193 agreed

@donavanholton6583 2 жыл бұрын

I cried and laughed at this

@margio1152 7 жыл бұрын

great job. love the time lapse video and details of the work.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@JJKHaywood 7 жыл бұрын

A good bunk design, and storage area.

@teajay2778 4 жыл бұрын

Most inconvenient kitchen I’ve ever seen

@thechumpsbeendumped.7797 4 жыл бұрын

TEA JAY It’s probably not I’d do but it does have the advantage of being able to keep the cooking smells, heat and moisture out of the trailer. I suppose it depends on what type of environment it’s going to be used in. It’s got me thinking about how difficult it would be to make a slide out that contained the kitchen that you could deploy when you set up camp? With a trailer this wide there’s enough internal space to have a narrow corridor.

@williambobsjr9133 6 жыл бұрын

Great job! It was good to see everyone working together as a family.

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@joshuam579 7 жыл бұрын

well done video I really enjoyed it, I'm making a cargo Ford van into my first small rv for get away times in my areal keep it local drive lol keep up the good work

@jerrieyum 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a very large space and wonderful project. If I had a trailer that big I would just live in my trailer full time.

@maryjaneniles443 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job - I especially liked seeing the young people helping out.

@extremebudget 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you. This gives me some great ideas

@riothegreat7577 7 жыл бұрын

You guys did an excellent job, hope you enjoyed your road trip!

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@treeclimbing7798 7 жыл бұрын

Oh yea, watch my video that I forgot to shot, asswipe

@geraldhenrickson7472 6 жыл бұрын

Tree Climbing Gear: RuhRoh...there seems a sad little king of his sad little hill running around KZfaq making sad little comments. How sad.

@wfmcfp1 5 жыл бұрын

Looks like great fun! Nicely done. thanks for sharing this...

@Brattoncnc 3 ай бұрын

Getting ready to tackle this myself. Watching all I can for inspiration and ideas. Thanks for posting! NICE build.

@machineaddictivedigging4156 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent job you made it look so easy thank you for the info better than a travel trailer and stronger God bless

@tonymcclendon-hobbytime7727 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting, Really enjoyed the video. I like the way you put in the tongue and groove paneling. The led strip lighting looked awesome.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@stephmichael__ 7 жыл бұрын

Great, high quality video! I love the way this came out!

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@rogerpacific8824 7 жыл бұрын

Because of an accident with my tow vehicle I have to downsize from a 36 footer that I build to a 24ft V nose. That is why your video caught my attention. This is now my 5th trailer I have to build. You have done a super great job you have a lot of good ideas. I assume you have anchored you wireing down on all points. If left hanging it will wear because of the vibration down the road. My V nose has a ramp door so I will be able to take my kitchen counter cart outside and cook out there. Another thing I have to make is a murphy bed queen size. Already have plans for it and I am going to incorporate some of your ideas. Thanks so much. I am a boater and I am calling this new one "MY LAND YACHT". Have great road trips,

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

That is awesome. I would love to see you "Land Yacht" once it is complete.

@lasirenakai363 5 жыл бұрын

What strength axles do you have on thing? I'm considering doing the same thing but am having a lot of trouble deciding on axles...

@RedowlMB 5 жыл бұрын

I've been thinking recently about how hard it might be to make ramp door open upward instead of downward if I ever buy a cargo trailer. Create a porch area with an instant roof. Just need to attach some sort of folding legs to hold it when opened.

@upriver7047 5 жыл бұрын

@@RedowlMB Saw someone who flipped the door over and welded the hinges at the top. Could work if done properly.

@kvnmcinturff1 4 жыл бұрын

I just started my cargo trailer build out. Nothing as fancy as yours, but I decided to put my kitchen in the back also. 👍

@drishy94303 5 жыл бұрын

Sweet build. Feeling inspired now!

@dalephillips8250 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome job. I want to do this also but I'll have to take my time as I've never done this type of work before.

@terrapintravels3829 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the great visual on your conversion, looks awesome😊

@LaDayna04 7 жыл бұрын

I really liked how you stripped it down and insulated it that way. The design would be different for me though.....great job.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@extremebudget 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I'll share it with my viewers.

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@nicnic9826 3 жыл бұрын

What an AMAZING build out!

@upperechelon3456 7 жыл бұрын

Your conversion skills are top notch. Excellent video. Cargo trailers are inherently more structurally sound than traditional campers [which they seem to just throw together]. I'm sure you will get many miles [and memories] out of this conversion. May I dare ask what the cost of materials for the complete job. Again . Excellent work.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! The complete job including the trailer and all materials came in just under $9000.

@mxlevi8266 4 жыл бұрын

@Michael Moore no stoopid

@projectwilder.official6197 3 жыл бұрын

@@kinduo I know this was so long ago but how much did just the trailer cost you? Did you buy it new or used? Thanks!

@johnw65 Жыл бұрын

@@kinduo The 'add-ons' make the conversion a reality... And reflect your character My $2K micro camper has been about $2.5K more for the conversion.

@The-real-CrackerZack 7 жыл бұрын

Saw comments about pulling weight. I have owned lots of jeeps and pulled more than "rated" and never a problem here in flat Florida. Way bigger problem is stopping. Bigger and better brakes on jeep and best brakes u can get on camper. Just can't get to much brakes. Great job!!

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Ya, it's crazy how well this small Jeep pulls. Even so, I still come in about 800 lbs lighter than my towing capacity...and I definitely had a brake box installed because I pull through the mountains. Gotta have good brakes!

@como5555 7 жыл бұрын

beautiful camper...great craftsmanship as well

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@hellcatredeye-g6582 4 жыл бұрын

You did a really nice job 👍 I wish I took my time doing mine like that..But mine we use for my ATVing Thanks for the video

@ohmercy5924 4 жыл бұрын

Great job. I’m looking into a cargo trailer for pt living in. Well, I should say I’m looking into selling all my belongings in order to buy a car and some kind of trailer first. Lol. I have no building skills but as a 70 year old woman I think I could handle the insulation, floor and bead board myself. For everything else there’s ikea! 🤪

@kandacepatterson7965 2 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@FishesAndLoaves997 7 жыл бұрын

A 5 Star Conversion!! You've got a lot of folks with serious trainer envy. :D LUV it.

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@williambranham6249 6 жыл бұрын

Gracie: trainer?

@RWWRENTAL 2 жыл бұрын

finally a good step by step video looks beautiful!! For me, I think I want to add a shower as its a must for me since I do a lot of moto camping

@elcontrastador 4 жыл бұрын

So appreciate this post! Great job!

@doublew030 4 жыл бұрын

Man, that is pretty cool! Thanks for sharing

@gregorywu3319 5 жыл бұрын

Very inspirational!!! Thank you!

@larriettausa 4 жыл бұрын

I love when you tubers show their work. I attend You Tuber College

@njmeneses 4 жыл бұрын

Man this is awesome!!!! Congratulation and thank you very much for sharing. Do you happen to have more of this trailer conversion but step by step for totally rookie like myself. i will definitely try this.

@wolfsmith2865 7 жыл бұрын

nicely done!

@cammacgregor9354 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome bathroom fixtures, too---!!!

@kenpeterson3414 5 жыл бұрын

Looks good guys...hope you install some shock absorbers on the trailer...I had a small 6X10 cargo trailer & when loaded lite or empty the thing was hard to keep on the ground. I was breaking rivets in outside skin all the time from road vibration..Hope it holds together for you..Just my $0.02 Ken

@TheDarkestOne37 4 жыл бұрын

Nice job, especially for doing that so quickly! Roll Tide!

@josephgeorgeejr7039 2 жыл бұрын

Really love this floor plan

@tommykukulka7811 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job!! One thing I noticed is running more than one wire in or out of those short electrical boxes isn't up to code but still looks great

@josephhicks6989 6 жыл бұрын

You did an amazing job!!!

@markhewitt4307 4 жыл бұрын

Thats really cool! Great job!

@JCrozier1 Жыл бұрын

I like it. nothing too crazy, yet well built. nice work!

@vieuxacadian9455 2 жыл бұрын

In 2009 I bought a 7x12 dual axle cargo unit . I used one part bedliner ( 4 coats ) for my trailer ramp , floor and 4 inches of base board strip . Kilz premium 3 coats and premium bright white exterior latex satin for the walls . ( it's a multi use modular interior trailer ) .

@popwall4297 6 жыл бұрын

great job I love your camper what we did was put screws 3 foot up on the billboard and then covered the screws with chair rail which we glued on that way the beadboard had a good permanent fix and to the guy that asked about the 10 gauge orange wire orange is a high voltage color not low voltage

@calebsalamone1634 5 жыл бұрын

When gluing something like beadboard with a glue that will take some time to cure, I suggest you use small hot glue dabs that will hold it until the stronger glue dries. This is a nice idea!

@minniesur 7 жыл бұрын

That was AWESOME!! Enjoy!

@hellcatredeye-g6582 5 жыл бұрын

Definitely a nice build .I build one myself👍

@prepared2thrive101 7 жыл бұрын

Very well done build. Thanks for sharing. -Corey @ P2T

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@JoePAcalaughs 3 жыл бұрын

This explanation is AWESOME. thank you!

@shawneedog1 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to see a walk around video describing the features

@ClemHillA 6 жыл бұрын

Great ideas for our Cargo build. Thanks

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@josejr.canillas7704 4 жыл бұрын

Nice video, nice cargo trailer to camper conversion. I love it. I enjoy watching.

@kaeyreed1 5 жыл бұрын

That’s fantastic!!!!! Love it!

@tedsamuels3203 2 жыл бұрын

It looks awesome..Good Job and thanks for sharing 👍

@DROY2004 5 жыл бұрын

Great job, Good info!

@FortWildernessRicky 3 жыл бұрын

Well done, great to watch, Thanks.

@livilou6165 7 жыл бұрын

Great job!

@kinduo 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

@dolomiteblue 5 жыл бұрын

Great Job !!! Looks really good!

@jgpinc 6 жыл бұрын

Wow. Nice work. I wouldn't worry about offgassing compared to what commercial trailers have in them!

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@stuartthorn3995 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant job, well done...

@livinglifemyway7349 6 жыл бұрын

Just saw this video, and damn hellofa build...Great Job!

@kinduo 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@Jho_Sephine 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic build and thank you for taking the time to make a video. What is the finished product's UVW? Thinking my husband and I might go this route for our family of 5.

@ahmedsalman3627 4 жыл бұрын

Very simple design but very practical..

@m.b8257 3 жыл бұрын

Nice job, looks great.

@ben2687 3 жыл бұрын

Nice. The wife and I have been debating trying something like this and honestly this video has given me the confidence to go for it. What could go wrong? lol hahaa Enjoy!