Complete Walkaround of my Budget 1-Man Camping Rig

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Күн бұрын

My offroad overland camping rig is not done. I think it will always be a work in progress. But I've got it to a point where it's functioning very well for me and I probably won't be making any major changes anytime soon. So it's a good time to stop and go over all the details I keep getting asked about.
I did my best to strike a balance between being thorough and not having this run for an hour, haha. It's still pretty long. Along the bottom of the video player window, you will find chapter links in order to easily skip ahead to whatever segment interests you.
Here are the more detailed, specific videos I referred to if you want to dive deeper into any of these topics:
Alldogs Lift Kit: • Install & Review 2” Fr...
Frontier front bumper chop: • Remove Front Bumper Co...
DIY steel front bumper: • Novice welder attempts...
Diode Dynamics SS3 pods: • High Performance LED P...
DIY Roof Rack: • Inexpensive DIY Roof R...
Maxtrax Mount: • My semi-DIY MAXTRAX mo...
Auxbeam light bar: • $80 Offroad Lighting??...
RAM Mount setup: • Installing my Ram Moun...
VANTOP "rearview mirror" dashcam: • Vantop Digital Rearvie...
Frontier back seat delete: • Nissan Frontier Crew C...
Budget 12V fridge review: • Test & Review an Affor...
DIY truck cap awning: • Super Simple DIY Awnin...
Canopy sleep extension build: • I built a sleeping ext...
Insulating the canopy: • Rigid foam insulation ...
Czech army surplus backpack "trasheroo:" • How I Carry Trash Outs...
CHAPTER LINKS:
Intro: (0:00)
The Truck: (0:42)
The Lift: (1:40)
The Tires: (2:36)
The Front Bumper: (3:38)
The Lights: (4:24)
The Winch: (4:55)
The Skid Plates: (5:37)
The Emblem: (5:55)
The Roof Rack: (6:28)
The Dash Mount System: (8:31)
The Navigation System: (9:27)
The Rearview Mirror Dashcam: (11:49)
The Two-Way Radio: (12:51)
The Back Seat Delete & Fridge: (13:16)
What Else is in the Cab?: (14:37)
The Aluminum Canopy: (18:09)
The Sleeping Extension: (21:36)
The Insulation & Curtains: (23:30)
The Bed: (25:16)
The Storage: (26:37)
The Power Stations: (27:56)
The Kitchen: (29:12)
The Water System: (30:19)
The "Trasheroo": (31:05)
The End: (31:28)

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@bajasoobnut 2 жыл бұрын

Yes you will find me commenting below lmao

@bajasoobnut 2 жыл бұрын

And looks like the frontier is coming along nicely for sure.

@tjkrueger2655 2 жыл бұрын

The emblem turned out great!

@brackeng1294 2 жыл бұрын

Jason, that emblem cam out nice. I know you made it a long time ago but it’s definitely the coolest part of the truck. Nothing against Donald’s build, I’m actually dong the something similar with my build. It’s just cool to see such a custom part.

@bajasoobnut 2 жыл бұрын

@@brackeng1294 thank you, yeah I made a few others for myself and have one of them installed on the front of my sequoia. It is the little touches that make it very unique for sure :)

@bajasoobnut 2 жыл бұрын

@@tjkrueger2655 thank you!

@gringofett3944 Жыл бұрын

As a Frontier owner, glad to see your rig its a refreshing departure from the Tacoma mob.

@xDarthRio 2 жыл бұрын

I'd much rather watch an overland build that is actually obtainable rather than some other channels that have a $70K Taco or Jeep with another $50K in gear added on.

@tjkrueger2655 2 жыл бұрын

I wish there were more like this channel

@Monster-519 7 күн бұрын

Yes, I love these videos, but absolutely hate when they are very rich and have very expensive top of the line vehicles and then the most expensive gear on top of that. When its affordable, and also not hateful towards other builds or vehicle brands.

@solosaga5091 2 жыл бұрын

When something like this is observed coming together piece by piece over time, it doesn't seem like much. But, this build tour definitely emphasizes how MUCH time and effort you've put in. Everyone has their preferences, and this is a fantastic build for your use case. Well done Donald, with the build and tour! I can't wait to see how it evolves even further. Safe travels, my friend.

@cliffmorgan31 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your “Down to Earth” (equipment) approach to trail exploring…. Great videos, Don. I especially like the “How I did it” on the do-it-yourself projects.

@schroederc23 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this tour. I especially like the commentary on how you use the equipment, not just pointing to them and saying “here it is”. That is so valuable in understanding your design and providing viewers with something to consider in their design.

@BackroadExploration 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely inspired by your setup. Love that it’s practical, affordable and exceptionally capable.

@davieszvintsent4586 10 ай бұрын

I am very interested in your roof rack design. Very strong, sturdy and neat. DIY at its best. Most of the DIYs you make are budget friendly and suitable for those who want to save money.

@OverlandUnknown 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent run through of the Navara mate. I have a Navara and it is a great vehicle. I love how you kept it budget friendly. Great video. Cheers, Grant (Australia).

@kewil1419 Жыл бұрын

I love your function over form approach. Most people get caught up in the looks of their setup but they are so cumbersome to use. Your set up is simple and works!

@overlandecuador8893 2 жыл бұрын

Finally. A channel that harkens back to my early days prior to “overlanding”. It was fun making everything personalized instead of all this boxed bolt stuff. Great job. I have a 2010 Frontier with 236k miles. Great truck!

@swidahooverlanding2867 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the walk around! Been fun watching you put it together piece by piece. George.

@johnjames4583 2 жыл бұрын

My first desert rig was a long bed 86 Nissan 4x4 with a cheap plastic cap. It spent a lot of time in Eastern Oregon and Northern Nevada. Never left me out. I loved that truck, lasted to about 2007, 275,000 miles.

@corwynhoward269 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding build. Very practical and functional.. Great job in walking us thru on the why and the why nots of your thinking.

@peterh9927 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video. Lots of really good information on setting your vehicle up for adventures. Have a great summer, and safe travels.

@joseferminbcrave 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for setting a point that adventure is not too costly. i like your straightforward simplicity. congratulations!

@frase426 Жыл бұрын

Awesome budget setup. Just got a ram and will be starting my overland builds very soon! Thanks for the ideas and hope to see you out there.

@jcblackmon 2 жыл бұрын

Donald, I love your channel, I love your approach to overloading, It's just an honest, organic experience every time...thank you!

@andrewphibbs817 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the coolest 5' bed camping setups I have seen. The extension design is really cool!

@drewevans6908 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the effort. I really appreciate your ingenuity and inspirational ideas for my build. It's the first Frontier I have seen.

@fishinforfun3359 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got a seriously cool rig my friend! I’ve also got a second gen frontier. Your video about the people at All Dog off-road has inspired me to get one of their lifts. Also, I explore in some of the same areas you do, so maybe I’ll run into you on the trail one day!

@dad_wagon1976 2 жыл бұрын

Well thought out and practical. It’s been nice following the progress on the truck.

@MrKeenaz 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video Donald. I truly love the set up you now have. The hidden winch is something I strongly believe in. May you have many trouble free adventures. 🇦🇺

@toxophilite1953 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I like watching this type of video, a step by step show of what you have and why. It gets me thinking of ways to do things without overspending.

@STinGa157 2 жыл бұрын

Nice overview of your truck. Thanks for taking the time to share.

@johndej 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tour! I also have a contractor's canopy that extends over the cab. I like having everything inside with the exception of solar panels mounted on an external aluminum frame. I enjoy watching your channel because it gives me ideas for what I might want to add or change.

@NWHomesteader 2 жыл бұрын

Such a well thought out build Donald. Nice to see it all in one video 👍

@carolleimbach6407 2 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite camping setup of all I've seen on KZfaq.

@outofbounds218 2 жыл бұрын

Another Grand Slam video. Love the details Donald. With your welding and fabrication skills, I see hose bib bracket welded to a receiver hitch that can be removed easily. Looking forward to more great cost savings. You rock!

@hadynmcloughlin4661 10 ай бұрын

After seeing all your Forester videos now catching up on this newish build, thanks for sharing Donald. Great choice and that front bar is brilliant as a DIY

@alberttu8120 2 жыл бұрын

I love that emblem!

@bajasoobnut 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear :)

@MSKhan-dh9id 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best-detailed videos for a Nissan Frontier. I have one of the 2005 Nismo King Cab and getting it set up for an RTT etc. Thank You for going in-depth and explaining all the features and the how-to. This is a really fantastic video. I have watched many of your videos and have subscribed. Thank You again.

@roykent2316 Ай бұрын

This is so inspiring for me, since I am on a budget as well... I am very glad I found your channel! 😊Thank you for the detailed walkaround Donald!

@NQExplorers 2 жыл бұрын

Great walk around of your rig Donald, always enjoy your videos and practical budget approach. Safe travels mate! Warren.

@jacknobrex 2 жыл бұрын

Love your setup, functional and affordable. Great work.

@madcratebuilder 2 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool of Jason making that killer emblem. The small drawers under the frig are a great idea, keeps all those small items you may need within quick reach. I really like your taller canopy, I'm cab height and not much head room.

@jeffhildreth9244 2 жыл бұрын

Practical and modestly priced. Well done.

@MauroMarzorati 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for covering the drawers. It's those little things that make such a difference, imho between enthusiast vs commercial, or amateur vs professional. THANK YOU!.

@carriemainquist757 2 жыл бұрын

Stellar budget suggestions in an over priced, overland, over consumption world. I'm watching this video TWICE.

@broinsocali Жыл бұрын

Thank you D. I started car camping 2022 after coming across your video's. Also I got the Jackery 1000 Pro and 1000 units. So thank you for the encouragement to start car camping.

@97TP Жыл бұрын

I sold my SH Forester last year and I'm looking to get behind the wheel of a mid-size truck later this year. Came back to this video and it's been a real big help planning some of the bits and pieces I can utilize in the future!

@BuccaneerOverland 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. I just bought a 2019 PRO4X and was looking for ideas. Have been watching your videos for a while. Thanks for some great ideas. Stay safe and hope to see you on the road.

@mikeoldham 2 жыл бұрын

Great walk around. You kept it interesting all the way through. You rig is awesome.

@frankansley7941 2 жыл бұрын

Great job Donald. I had forgotten how much work you have done to your truck. Thanks for the video!

@softroadingthewest 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Frank!

@jbporter1 2 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video. By far my favorite overlander on KZfaq. Keep up the great videos!

@elflordsjourneys 2 жыл бұрын

Always amazes me all the places you take that truck.😀

@michigancarols.6385 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect tour, to the point and informative. Love the rig!

@stephaniesimmons-ashorobi3314 2 жыл бұрын

Your entire setup is awesome and budget friendly.

@arlenenolte8475 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for taking the budget approach! makes overlanding possible for normal people :)

@michaelpellegrino3220 Жыл бұрын

While I do miss the Subi, it has been enjoyable watching you get this truck up and running.

@michaelnares1217 2 жыл бұрын

Donald, I’m not a big KZfaq commentator but I just wanted you to know that I really enjoy your Chanel which I have been following for some time now. And although I have watched all the videos you refer to in this episode I still enjoyed the entirety of this one ! I like your approach and the path you have taken because as you said otherwise it would be just more of the same thing that everyone else is doing. Keep up the good work 😊👋

@blackbulld40 8 ай бұрын

Came back to this channel now that I have yet another car in common with you. I followed in your path on my old 09 Forester with cutting the bumper and getting a Primitive Racing lift kit which never made it to installation as my 4EAT took a dump on me and now Ill be doing some of these mods on my 2014 Pro4x. Keep it up man!

@04JALD 2 жыл бұрын

You keep giving me great ideas Donald. Great job.

@stephengibson2869 Жыл бұрын

I too am a rural Oregonian, born and raised. I like your truck and everything you have done to it. See you out there in the rural Oregon areas 🏞🌄🧭

@Lorelly5 9 ай бұрын

Love that you are unique with the Nissan frontier - it’s true every channel is riddled with Toyota Tacoma and it’s refreshing to have different options- like I have an older sport Trac and it has a smaller bed so I like your extension idea to get more bed space in a budget friendly way - great video - keep ‘em coming 🎉❤😊 thanks for buying what you need even secondhand and keeping modest with the budget - overlanding vehicles are such eye candy but beyond attaining sometimes - so I’d rather get out there and enjoy the scenery - have fun

@MrAdam100576 2 жыл бұрын

Love the detail! Great setup. Thanks for sharing.

@Linknelson Жыл бұрын

Super cool man, cool to see what the truck can do, love the topper as well

@tomh7708 Жыл бұрын

Nice job! I like all of your great ideas for developing an budget overland vehicle.

@SanDiego2015 2 жыл бұрын

Nice continuation of your build. Never stop learning new ideas 👍. Consider using some flip up table hinges to attach a table/shelf at a convenient location (e.g. inside back door?) for cooking, eating, washing. Could use a silicone pop out sink or cutting board insert as needed. Enjoy your stories👍

@ryanjewell9832 2 жыл бұрын

Great walk through on the truck! The one great thing about the frontier is they have kept the same engine and body for like 15 years, spare parts are readily available, they are very underrated in my opinion, the reason I got an xterra was they were produced for 10 years, shares the driveline with the frontier and pathfinder, parts are everywhere, it's dependable and it was cheap, I'm not one that can take a new 50k plus rig out and potentially beat it up. I like you're rig man, keep it up.

@kevintrevors3921 2 жыл бұрын

Super efficient and simple ! I enjoy your videos.

@BrandonWatkins614 Жыл бұрын

Love the budget oriented approach to this build, gives me a few good ideas for my taco. But I'll have to go a little different route since it will be both myself and my gf going on trips. Probably will have to go with a bed rack and a rooftop tent, i do like how you set up your topper with that extension to give you room to sleep!

@BradCagle 8 ай бұрын

That's awesome, man! I love the bump out for your feet.

@marshallrodgers1878 Жыл бұрын

Incredible rig my friend. Your a very innovative survivalist. Love this video. I subscribed half way though. Thank you for posting. You are a great help. Be safe on the trail.

@AllThingsOverlanding 2 жыл бұрын

Love your set up and I was super excited when you came over to the Nissan side, :D. Great video and keep up the good work building it up!

@ugparmar1568 3 ай бұрын

So nice. Seldom we see someone can do so much with little or no budget. So happy for you & happy to subscribe to your channel. Hopefully I will learn something too. Nice, honest & no nonsense video. Keep it up. Keep Enjoying 😊

@williamhibbard1535 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job Don. Looks real good

@zackdemundo 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent reference video! Could serve as great guide for anyone to even partially upgrade their truck/SUV/car for more capability.

@masonstruckadventure9368 2 жыл бұрын

Love your setup. Makes a cool setup a cool adventure. Thanks for sharing

@cooporlando Жыл бұрын

Loved the river noise!

@gutto7952 4 ай бұрын

I like that you are using the plastic drawers on the back sit area, I am a truck driver and also use those drawers on the upper bad in my semi for extra storage. Now I want give you an idea that works great, I use those storages bags for my clothing feet nice inside those drawers. I did pickup at Walmart a 12 volts electric air pump for air mattress and I use to that to suck out the air from the storage bags; use the air inlet side of the pump on the bags and that's it. Nice airtight bags with my clothes inside and the best part is keeping everything nice and clean all the times. 😊

@greywolfoutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing video. This is the logical inexpensive was to approach things.

@monocogenit1 Жыл бұрын

Nice setup. Love the home made extension

@timwaddell7499 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice setup. I loved the Subaru but this rig has appeal also. Thanks for sharing with us and really enjoy you videos.

@overlandingearth8440 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you again for another great cool and detailed video, really love the work you do put in and every video I watch makes me want to get over to Oregon and do some outdoor stuff, me and the wife want to get out there we live in the mid west but we do the best we can with getting out and enjoying the outdoors, love the Nissan frontier I'm a fan of any vehicle that can get us out and about but I also would do the Nissan over Toyota love the Toyota but I would do the Nissan frontier great vehicle's that don't get a lot of support, again thank you don't stop cause you really do give us the inspiration to get out there and enjoy the outdoors had the outdoors should be...

@lucky80eights94 Жыл бұрын

Hope to see you out there. Thanks for the video my guy. Just picked up a 2010 pro4-x king cab 6 speed manual. Will be exploring the PNW Tillamook Forrest

@billmazzocco5275 10 ай бұрын

Outstanding stuff! I go alto of ideas from you. Be safe.

@midnightadventureswa 2 жыл бұрын

Good morning Donald been watching you for sometime and it’s great that we both had questions about suspension work and all dogs off road helped us out explaining it also enjoy seeing you making some of your own stuff instead of buying it just like me and reusing things like recycled metal great job with your walk around on your truck it is all coming together if you’re ever thinking about rock ciders cory from hard core off road makes a very nice do it yourself weld kit for rock sliders keep up the good work and thank for Sharing

@hazedoutadventures1182 Жыл бұрын

Yes!!! This is amazing!!! Thank you for sharing! I have so many ideas now!

@simpsonsampson7662 Жыл бұрын

I have a Nissan Frontier, same color too. I absolutely love the truck.

@travisdowney2269 Жыл бұрын

Man I wish I discovered your account sooner! I used to live in Tillamook and I would have loved to meet up for a trip! I really like your budget set up too. No frills, just usefulness. I've got some little ideas from your stuff. Keep up the awesome videos!

@patlsmith404 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve got a lot of sponsors, very fortunate. Good ideas, maybe a little more organization. Seems to work, so keep it up and be safe!🇺🇸👍🏼😎

@OpieDogie 2 жыл бұрын

Very good video, quite a few ideas for my two Frontiers.

@TheMbn1972 Жыл бұрын

I love your set up...very well thought out.

@ThatOneDudeNick 2 жыл бұрын

Nice realistic setup. Gives me a couple ideas for my Xterra.

@seagray5727 7 ай бұрын

Awesome rig! Thank you for sharing!

@StretchingOut Жыл бұрын

Nice tour. I am going to road trail the southeast and midwest when I get my gladiator build done. Maybe 2 months away right now. Appreciate your tips and ideas.

@louiskudlak2241 2 жыл бұрын

Great walk around buddy, love diy videos, was thinking you hadn’t put out a video lately 👍👍👍👍👍👍

@XjDrZ 2 жыл бұрын

Love your build man! We'll thought and practical

@tadcobert1307 Жыл бұрын

I HATE that you have rebranded away from your Subie...But...I LOVE ❤ all you have done to the truck, and I am amazed at how much you DIY, keep it up, stay safe!

@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын

Well, the "rebranding" was forced by the lady who ran a red light and totaled the Forester, and it was a good opportunity to try something different. :-) If I can make it work at some point in the future, I'd love to get a Subaru back onto the channel, I really loved that car. :-)

@CJADVENTUREOREGON Жыл бұрын

We just finally are catching up on some KZfaq! We are way behind (it’s been a busy few months). We very much enjoyed this walk around!!! You have done a great job with the truck. 😄

@softroadingthewest Жыл бұрын

Thank you! And no worries, I am constantly months behind on KZfaq viewing. Don't think I've even watched your Utah Part 4 yet, I need to check that out! :-) Hope you guys are having a good summer!

@bluespruce786 Жыл бұрын

This is the way men should live, well done sir.

@bertnelson4087 10 ай бұрын

I have a Nissan Navara. Which is virtually the exact same, just sold in Australia. I’ll be watching all of your vids to see what I can adopt and adapt.

@gringo3009 2 жыл бұрын

Well done! They're always a work in progress and never really complete.

@cheboludoche Жыл бұрын

Sweet setup on an underrated body on frame platform!

@TUNDRALU Жыл бұрын

Great video! I am currently building out an Alu-Cab on my 2015 Tundra crew max.. rear seat delete.. you have given me some great advice and some venders that will help a lot! Thankyou!

@erichp1329 Жыл бұрын

I love your build and set up. I'm tired of watching rich kids with their expensive rigs and set ups that cost upwards of $100k. I really appreciate the DIY and cost-effective approach to your build. I'm hoping to do something similar in a few years and I'll certainly be looking into your channel. I live in PDX and would love advice on intro off reading in the PNW