Truck Shell Tour at Free Boondocking Camp

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Жыл бұрын

I will give you a tour of my truck shell camper and camp set up while boondocking at a free camp site in the Pisgah National Forest.
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@campgoerOne Жыл бұрын

Do you have a video on the build? Is your shell fiberglass?

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Yes, I have several videos posted showing different DIY projects on this camper shell. Please check out my channel and you may find some interesting content. Thank you!

@seatsniffer100 5 ай бұрын

Please ! More truck shell camping , this was a fantastic video

@geenote 5 ай бұрын

Will do! My favorite style camping these days. Thanks!

@rockerdad2 8 ай бұрын

The truck loft , genius idea man!

@geenote 8 ай бұрын

Best use of otherwise wasted space. Thanks!

@sonyaw.1040 3 ай бұрын

Scene is gorgeous leaf colors

@geenote 3 ай бұрын

I agree!

@glentucker5819 Жыл бұрын

I just wanted to thank you again for the wooden tailgate idea. I’ve used mine with my diesel heater several times. I have yet to use my ac/ generator setup camping but it works perfectly in my driveway lol. When it gets hot enough that I want ac at night I usually stay home. On day I will use it. Glad to see you putting out content again.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

That's good news! It's great to hear that worked out for you. It's an easy truck shell camper project that takes it to another level. Thanks!

@actiondisplays 11 ай бұрын

This is too funny/coincidental... I too have a pickup... and recently put a back wall on for an AC unit powered by an external generator... I too got a cap for my truck, which was given to me for free! I stopped the vid and wrote this note at the part where you said you have a pull behind RV! I laughed as I too have a pull behind, (35 ft Keystone). And while I enjoy the simplicity of going up any mountain trail I want without the RV, after I'm set up, and inside the truck, I ask myself what's wrong with me roughing it like this when I have the RV??? At least I'm not the only guy with issues! 🤣 Keep up the great vids! -Mike

@geenote 11 ай бұрын

LOL! Sounds like we have some things in common. The truck shell has about everything the pull behind camper does on a much smaller scale. Hard walls, Soft bed, Heat, AC, Stove, Microwave, Coffee maker, DVD, Toilet, Storage, etc, Thanks!

@mitergate3539 Жыл бұрын

Sir, I have an f250 with highrise shell. I intend to train up my son and I to efficiently and effectively camp, travel out of it. We have so much to learn. We are up the road in Virginia. Would you entertain us maybe linking up with you a time or two to get some hands on training? We are simple, pleasant and are just desperate to learn this lifestyle asap. My grandad, used to say,"boy surround yourself with good people and good things will happen." This is the spirit in which I make this request. I am 40 and my son is 9, and we are troopers, itchin to learn. Thx

@geenote Жыл бұрын

I don't mind meeting you sometime. Keep in mind that I mainly do this truck shell living on the weekends. I have not been camping as much this year due to my week ends are taken up with another hobby/activity. I will reach out to you when I plan my next camping adventure north of here. Your grandad sounds like a wise man. Thank you!

@wshazbot62 8 ай бұрын

Very nice, I’ve been trying to find a high top shell for months. It’s not easy to find, not for my 68 inch long bed 😔, I’m not giving up. Wish you built that for my truck, that back panel is Awsome.

@geenote 8 ай бұрын

It is an easy build. I have a DIY video showing how I built the loft. Thanks!

@garywells3874 Ай бұрын

Nicely done.

@geenote Ай бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@missouritraveler6401 Жыл бұрын

Where in this world have You been? Glad to see You back on the Air again. Keith I may have mentioned this a couple of years ago, about double wrapping Your Hamburger in Tinfoil and cooking it over the grill. Letting the Hamburger cook in it's own juices is Fantastic !!!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

I started playing in a band again and it's taking up more time than I expected. I have cooked hamburger in tin foil before and you are right it is great hobo meatloaf! Thanks!👍

@missouritraveler6401 Жыл бұрын

@@geenote What instrument do You play? What kind of music? Sounds like a great pastime !!!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

@@missouritraveler6401 Classic Rock and Roll. Is there any other kind? 😆 I play bass guitar in the band most every week. It's kinda putting a cramp in my outdoor hiking and camping life 😁

@jefferydoty5141 4 ай бұрын

I just got a Silverado, and a canopy. Thank you for all the great ideas,

@geenote 4 ай бұрын

Works out good for me. Good luck and thanks!

@joe7004 Жыл бұрын

😎👀😵‍💫💭 I was going to skip over this video, I see so many home built camper set ups ' honestly sometimes I just want to go to sleep ! Then I thought what the hell, And to my surprise ' I am impressed " 😮 you really thought this out and made great use of the space' What I liked best was you used what you had 🧐 and kept the cost down. Good job ! And nice Build.👌👍👍👋✌

@geenote Жыл бұрын

LOL ! You are right, I reused a lot of items laying around to get the job done. This entire camper shell build was very inexpensive. Thanks for checking it out! 👍

@chrislonsberry1974 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tour! Great campsite right on the stream!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Water was low but still very nice and free! Thank you for watching.

@chuckrf1502 Жыл бұрын

Great setup!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 👍

@RolandoNispiros Жыл бұрын

Love all the custom work. Awesome.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!👍

@margaretdevries8090 11 ай бұрын

An amazing set up! Love the camper top on truck! I’d buy one if they still sold them ! you have everything you need and more ! Such a good thought out camper ! Loved the awning , have never seen cords like that I’d have loved those too ! Wishing you many happy years of camping!

@geenote 11 ай бұрын

An oldie but goodie! The shell was headed to the dump before I got a hold of it. Thanks!

@GRID-DWN Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you back out in the woods Keith! Really enjoy your videos and have used many of your ideas on my camp setup.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

It is always good to be out exploring in the woods. Thank you so much!

@aarontooley570 Жыл бұрын

Love your set up. Makes me want a truck shell

@geenote Жыл бұрын

I have enjoyed it more than I ever imagined! Thanks!

@scottbrown321 Жыл бұрын

great job with the build and video. Thanks!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott!

@alallen2767 Жыл бұрын

Looks good. Stay safe.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will. 👍

@benoitbenoisbenoistchaine Жыл бұрын

Love your build ... Fast and doable, cheap too . Just go love your tail gate door you made ..

@geenote Жыл бұрын

That's the plan! Thanks!

@chuckschmidt206 Жыл бұрын

Hello from Manitoba, Canada. Love your show. Some great ideas.. 👍...

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@TerryX2Explore Жыл бұрын

Hello Keith! Love all the windows in your truck shell! We are looking forward to doing a lot of boondocking... Love the spot you found! Like how you did your tarp... Great job on your camper (love the air cond. window)! Love the loft too! Very nice tiny home! 💙Terry and Terri

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Hello! The shell is pretty unique and has worked out better than expected. Thanks to you both and I will check out your videos!

@TerryX2Explore Жыл бұрын

@@geenote Thanks so much - we appreciate that!! ;-)

@brianrogers5327 10 ай бұрын

Thx love your videos Have used a lot of your ideas gonna try brown mountain soon I think

@geenote 10 ай бұрын

That area is really nice. You will probably love it! Thanks!

@sonyaw.1040 3 ай бұрын

Rustic but awesome ❤

@geenote 3 ай бұрын

Exactly! Thanks.

@ExpediteTravels Жыл бұрын

Hey, I was just thinking about you couple days ago and Bam video of yours popped up. I was enjoyable watching your content. Thanks for the video Keith. Hope all is well with you.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

All good here! I started playing in a band again and got busier than expected. Good to hear from you hope you're doing well.

@ExpediteTravels Жыл бұрын

@@geenote nice ya I’m all good buddy 😎👍👍🇨🇦

@dougpike8521 Жыл бұрын

Hey Keith, Nice overview of your setup. I've been watching your videos for a year or so now. One thing I saw brief shot of your bed frame using 80/20 - I'd like to see how that is setup and how you made it. That would be a good one to film (didn't see that in the list). I want to do something like that, as it's light weight and could allow it to be removed easy for storage when wanting to use the trucks full bed when not camping. Keep up the good work filming! Appreciate the shows!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Hey thanks Doug. I have considered making a video of how to put together an 80/20 lightweight bed frame. The material is a little pricey compared to wood as you know. I just happened to have all the scrap pieces left over from jobs at the shop. A big reason I used 80/20 is so I can easily remove it and use my truck bed for hauling things around just like you said. I will try to put together a video. Thank you for the idea!

@MapleMarmite Жыл бұрын

Good to see you back, Keith. I like the improvements you made inside the camper - that loft storage is great. The shelves are handy, too. For a short bed box, you sure have a lot packed in there! I have some ideas for extra storage in mine but I’m going to use it more first and see what I need and where I need it so I can custom build to size. I know what you mean about the insulation but there’s not a lot of space to spare for inch thick pink board. I managed to get some in my back wall and door when I replaced the tailgate and lift gate but everywhere else is similar to yours and/or carpeting. Those ratchet guy lines look handy - where’d you pick those up? Thanks for the upload - look forward to the next one. 👍🏻

@geenote Жыл бұрын

I would love to see your setup. The ratchet rope hanger is available on Amazon. Thanks! a.co/d/fmdefhF

@MapleMarmite Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the link - I found the equivalent on the Canadian Amazon. Looks to be the same item under a different name - same photos used, even. I’ll try and put a video tour together of mine, once my voice returns. Had a bad cold/flu thing over a month ago and all cleared up apart from a bad throat that is hanging on - keep having to repeat myself my voice is still so rough sounding. I got out for a one nighter at the weekend, which was good - just feeling rough myself took the edge off it but still glad I went. Have a new rescue dog and I’m trying to get him used to the noises of camping trips so he doesn’t bark at every little thing in the night!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Rescue dogs are the best. Hope you get well soon. Thanks!

@davidbreen4353 9 ай бұрын

neat!! really great set up. love that awning. where did you get those guide line tighteners? that was the coolest gadgets yet. you have a class t set up(self contained truck rv) that was inspirational to say the least. beautiful spot too.

@geenote 9 ай бұрын

Thanks! 1/8" ratchet rope gadgets are on Amazon. Free Standing Canopy Build: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pJ9kY7N9ra3Gcmw.html

@mikeanslave1797 Жыл бұрын

I had a topper like that it was made by leer it was the Excalibur model.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

The name of this topper is an unusual one and they are not in business anymore. I have seen similar out there maybe a Leer?

@travisdeanmoss Жыл бұрын

Great video, Keith! Enjoy the channel. I love those little pulley tension systems on the red guy wires. Any idea where I could get those? Looking forward to more adventures!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Search on Amazon for "1/8 inch Adjustable Heavy Duty Rope Hanger" . Thanks!

@ryanlevron1972 Жыл бұрын

Leer is a very well known company for building camper shells like that

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Yes. I see quite a few out there! 👍

@mikek.3965 Жыл бұрын

What a bunch of nice diy ideas. Does the angle iron cut into your topper tho when you lay it across it? I was thinking I might use closet pole wrapped with pipe insulation for my topper. Thx!

@geenote Жыл бұрын

The angle is made of lightweight aluminum that I found laying around. It doesn't damage the shell. Your idea might work - It's worth a try. Thanks!

@someparts Жыл бұрын

12:19 BUUUUSCHHHH

@geenote Жыл бұрын

LOL ! 😂 Exactly! 🍺

@Deryee123 Жыл бұрын

what is the size of the microwave, the brand and what type of generator do you use to power that? nice build.

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Microwave is Insignia .9 cu ft 900 watt. Generator is a Honda 2000 watt. Check out this video a little over halfway through...kzfaq.info/get/bejne/pseWmsuH1JzXqGQ.html

@richardherrington2852 Жыл бұрын

What do you call those things that you are using on your canopy that when you pull on the rope... it tightens? Where can I buy them?

@geenote Жыл бұрын

Search 1/4" ratchet rope on Amazon.

@Treasuremonk 7 ай бұрын

Brown mountain HOV

@geenote 7 ай бұрын

yes sir!

@brianrogers5327 10 ай бұрын

Was this on brown mountain ohv trail

@geenote 10 ай бұрын

Yes

@designsbykent Жыл бұрын

If I have already asked you this before, please forgive. What do you do about your side windows when it rains? Not a problem now when it's cool, but in warm weather it would be nice to leave the windows open for ventilation. It gets so stuffy inside when I have to close up to keep things dry. Kent

@geenote Жыл бұрын

I usually have that tarp covering the back of the truck shell so I can open the back window if needed and drape mosquito netting across. I also have a screen in that back tailgate panel where the air conditioner would normally sit. Thanks!

@designsbykent Жыл бұрын

@@geenote Eh... That's not really what I"m looking for. I have a tarp, but what a pain. If you do a search you can find those plastic things to put over your roll down windows so you can crack them an inch or so and not have rain coming into the cab of your truck - very common. That's what I'm looking for, but for the side sliding windows on a truck cap. Can't find anyone using something like this that might know where to buy them, or I haven't hit the right key words to find them. I just want a bit of ventilation from my windows when it's raining. I"m already almost too tall for the local car wash without increasing height by putting in some roof top fan system. Kent

@geenote Жыл бұрын

That is a great idea. I might try to fabricate something. Thanks!

@wastelandwarrior9738 26 күн бұрын

@@designsbykentwhat your looking for is called window rain guards

@designsbykent 26 күн бұрын

@@wastelandwarrior9738 I have those on the windows of my truck cab, but I've not found any that would keep the rain out on the side windows of my topper. The only thing I've found that helps is a tarp that covers the entire back of my truck/topper. Kelty makes one that works fairly well, but it would be nice to just cover the windows instead of everything.