How to build a DIY teardrop Trailer step by step Time lapse (Part 1)

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After building our first teardrop, we had so many questions and compliments that we had to do it again! In this video, we show the first half of our third homemade teardrop camper start to finish in a Timelapse. We go into further detail o the aluminum, doors, and final steps in part 2. • Part 2: How To Build a...
As always, let us know if you have any questions! We have dedicated our time to helping others get in a teardrop trailer and on the road asap, through helping DIYers and building custom campers for those that don’t want to.
Happy building!
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Check out our first build Timelapse here:
• How to Build a Teardro...
Part 2 of this build:
• Part 2: How To Build a...
Website:
wandertears.com
Our DIY Camper Plans:
HTTPS://wandertears.com/diy-plans
Aluminum:
Hurricane Hinge: amzn.to/30JMk26
Edge Trim: amzn.to/2ORP4Ym
Offset T-molding (hatch): amzn.to/2On7AIt
Side Table Bracket: amzn.to/38yN7qT
Aluminum Sheets: SAF.com
Electrical:
Tongue Box: amzn.to/2OSJWmG
Battle Born Battery: amzn.to/38G8w1c
12v Fuse Block: amzn.to/3bHpn5L
Master Battery Switch: amzn.to/3vm38u3
Reading Light: amzn.to/3cyv4ST
Vent Fan: amzn.to/3qONuDQ
Charging Station: amzn.to/3bLfhRx
Miscellaneous:
Mattress: amzn.to/2PBh4jk
Doors: amzn.to/31oJXll
Stove: amzn.to/3u43QL8
Trailer Frame:
We used the Harbor Freight 5x8 Ironton trailer frame. We did make some modifications so it would work with out camper design. We added 2” spacers and 15” wheels, and moved the axle back a few inches to account for the added weight in the rear.

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@WoodnessGoodness 2 жыл бұрын

I'm tearing up, it's beautiful!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Lol thanks man!

@patrickodonoghue3483 2 жыл бұрын

@@WanderTears e daze þ5

@luistrevino5959 Жыл бұрын

@@WanderTears I just saw your webpage for the plans of your two trailers. And read that the plans do have the specific numbered measurement for each piece! But that the numbers are not in inches, which is what I'm used to, so does that mean that they are in metric numbers, I.E. centimeters? And that the price is for them are over $140+, in what I'm guessing that it's in pounds? Please specify the measurements? That it's in either 'centimeters' or 'inches?' thanks.

@robbiesharp311 Жыл бұрын

How did you get a title for your wonderful build?

@fernandorobles9662 Жыл бұрын

CBNSDEFG

@shannonray7604 2 жыл бұрын

We are long done with our build but still enjoy following you. I love how willing you are to share your know how. Thank you for your help.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

We are obsessed with these campers and everything that goes into them, and using them. Life changing!

@jernone3849 10 ай бұрын

waste of money and time i have a tent bigger and it only cost me $100. if you dont have room to stand and take a shower a trailer that small is worthless.

@Mountain-Man27 10 ай бұрын

@@jernone3849nah, having air conditioning and not having to set it up every time is so nice.

@austincheramie 6 ай бұрын

Someone tell me how do they make the sides? How do they get the shape 😊

@allenandrew3938 Жыл бұрын

I'm envious of all those pocket hole jigs! Excellent work! Love to see couples working together!

@marauderhot Жыл бұрын

That was the best 9 minutes in a long time. Very well done, I love that your wife helped you, that's a keeper.

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Thank you! She actually does all the detail work!

@MiFelicidad88 2 жыл бұрын

You know this already, but I'm saying it: Both the camper and the two of you are BADASS!!!!!!! Amazing job, folks!!!!!!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

lol Thank you!

@MrHeavyzz4 Жыл бұрын

One of the better home-built trailers that I have seen on YT. All the framing members' were pocket screwed glued and tattooed. Actually better than a lot of the factory-built ones.

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Thank you! We try to do our research to do it right.

@genefogarty5395 Жыл бұрын

I used Popular Mechanics plans from the '60s to build mine. Used a lot of aircraft material to save weight, the foam core floor was sandwiched between corrugated aluminum panels, weighed like 9lbs. I sold it about five years ago to a guy that wouldn't leave me alone about selling it. This vid makes me want another one.

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

That’s amazing. You should build another. They make the best projects!

@genefogarty5395 Жыл бұрын

@@WanderTears I'm definitely thinking about it now. But I want to make the roof out of glass or lexan, I think that would be even better.

@mlangfordcamper Жыл бұрын

@@genefogarty5395 Sky lights sweat like crazy

@genefogarty5395 Жыл бұрын

@@mlangfordcamper I'd use a membrane on the sides that allowed venting like a ridge vent in a home.

@jeffgriffith5594 2 ай бұрын

Holy cow! Amazing job on that camper. My daughter wants me to make her one. This was a great video to watch the process!

@DIYGene 2 жыл бұрын

This is so incredibly cool! you did. a fantastic job and I love how your wife was also involed. It makes it a heirloom from the start! beautiful.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes it was an incredible experience, especially that we get to keep using it to make memories!

@johnw65 Жыл бұрын

I love the square base teardrop style! Fits mattresses better! Thanks for sharing a great build!

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@joshh.3716 2 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal, true craftsmanship! Y'all are amazing and I love that little trailer!!!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@heinricheugenvonhelmbrecht6905 11 ай бұрын

Guys, you are just amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I just came with mu family from 10 days trip when all campsides were closed and feel that a small camping trailer can definitely benefit our faily in the future.

@giltheroad9742 2 жыл бұрын

It's amazing. I watched the short video, but I was able to fully understand the process of making it. You did some really great work.^^

@leonrojo2933 2 жыл бұрын

Felicitaciones... Son geniales trabajando. Consuela saber que aún no hay un robot que pueda hacer algo así.

@Flux_Flow Жыл бұрын

Respect ! That's a lot of hard work and you have it down to a science.

@victorbenner539 2 жыл бұрын

I'm actually surprised just how simple this build actually is. This looks like a great project for me next winter. I'd love to have a nice lightweight trailer to pull behind my Ford Fusion hybrid. I have my one ton f350 for my 5th wheel trailer but just getting in the hybrid car with no destination would be great some times. Thanks.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

It is very simple if you break it down into parts. We have plans to help with that. Otherwise just plan it out in phases. It can be finished in a couple months.

@dougwebb6193 Жыл бұрын

That thing would probably surprise you at what it was at the end they're putting a lot of material in that thing it's going to be strong there's no doubt but I believe it's going to come in on the heavy end check into some lighter white alternatives if you're wanting to keep the weight down

@DadeCameron Жыл бұрын

How am I just now seeing this? I’m in wheelchair and so rather build mine then pay stupid high price for one. Thanks sharing this video!! I’m trying to find a trailer least 5ft wide 10-12ft long and do this exact same thing. Awesome again thx sharing! So many ideas I have yal did! Enjoy it!!’

@douglashill6971 3 ай бұрын

Did you find one

@billthomas6296 Жыл бұрын

Great job you all, gives me inspiration. I love that blue clamp style pocket hole jig.

@lumber-jackha5123 2 ай бұрын

I had plans to this same camper that I got from popular mechanics in the 60s.

@juanmanuel6720 2 ай бұрын

would you send me the plans?

@lumber-jackha5123 2 ай бұрын

@@juanmanuel6720 I really wood if I still had them but they should be on popular mechs web site.

@WanderTears 2 ай бұрын

This is not the same as that camper. Similar concepts though.

@chancecsmith 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent work. If I am ever going to take this on, this will be my go to. Excited for part 2.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We plan to launch part 2 next Thursday. And let us know if we can help get you started! You won’t regret it.

@CDStudios 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Looking forward to part 2.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It’ll be out Thursday

@galactica8024 2 жыл бұрын

Great work, I love teardrops!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! So do we! Obsessed even.

@backwoodsblake Жыл бұрын

Beautiful work. I think down the road when I sell my RTT I'm going to go this route.

@garypotter1746 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done guys.👍 you make a great team.

@rickturner2757 2 жыл бұрын

I've built a lot of heavy-duty trailers and some long enclosed but never a teardrop, odd since as a young guy I spent a summer in one panning for gold with my stepdad... maybe that's why? LOL But I have to say that looks so cute and light it would be a breeze to drag around the country now that I'm old and retired. Looks fairly easy and ya don't need a lot of shop for the build. Where's the plans at that you mentioned? by the way it's great your wifes helping and being a partner with you, you're a lucky man. I would like to see how much room you have for sleeping. And don't forget to mention your height. great video.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking us out. The plans are on the website wandertears.com/diy-plans. If you have an Instagram or Facebook account look us up there. We make a post every day about teardrop life and recently did a little video on my height and how I fit. I’m 6’2” and fit perfectly.

@user-yq5yn1fp7y 2 жыл бұрын

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@kdrapertrucker 2 жыл бұрын

You could build one cheap using a harbor freight bolt together trailer as a base. Or spend a little more for a light trailer from a big box hardware stores.

@elmeradams8781 Жыл бұрын

What do you use for Siding in your builds?

@rondo365 9 ай бұрын

@@kdrapertrucker I’ve seen a lot of these, and it seems like a great idea to get an aluminum open trailer as a platform. Steel is heavy, and rust never sleeps. You don’t want it to fall apart in 3 years.

@PeterJames143 2 жыл бұрын

That's beautiful work. Good job :) Awesome carpentry. That idea with cutting the insulation into strips is so clever. I just love your carpentry work. Awesome.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

@robertkelleher1850 2 жыл бұрын

This series is great! Please put these in a play list on your channel!!!

@StevenVanLoven 2 жыл бұрын

Great build, give me new ideas !Thanks.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@ownjam Жыл бұрын

This is about the most useful and informational video I've ever seen on youtube period. This would actually be pretty close to my dream business! If I wasn't high lol awesome.

@estilodevidaoverland 6 ай бұрын

Sensacional! muito boa a construção!! parabéns!!!

@osubirana 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Your video just got me in trouble! My wife wants one "exactly like that" Your work is admirable! You two are such a great team! You've got yourselves two new subscribers. I'll show you what we build or what I wind up buying... 😆

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Haha that’s awesome! And thank you. We do sell these campers, and also sell the plans to do it yourself. So… your wife CAN have one of these. Check out the website wandertears.com

@jerryhartlein 2 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful video.....Well done !!!!!!!

@pokeyrebel3730 2 жыл бұрын

Smart. You've had practice at stuff like this. 😄👍👍

@MiguelPalaviccini 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to part 2! How many of the renegade (or the vega) have you guys made now? This video makes it look so easy - which I know it’s not - that is just experience! Thanks for posting a longer video this go around. Can wait to see how you skin it! If you’re up for more editing (ha!) it would be awesome to have a voiceover. I could imagine a whole series that could go along with your plans. A lot of work, im sure … but you guys have so much knowledge on the DIY side of things. Alright, done rambling. Hope business is going well. We love your trailers and enjoy seeing your journey!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Haha no we could chat about this for hours! But We are going to be working on improving our videos for KZfaq and our plans. It just takes a lot of time and focus haha

@eutimiochavez415 2 жыл бұрын

Great job ,thank you .

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@alyssajetmore Жыл бұрын

About to start my own build! Thanks for making it look easy lol

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@shawnlewis389 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks. I live in the same area as you guys.

@V8salem 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you . I can do it now . from Saudi Arabia to you gays " thanks "

@chrisroberts3280 2 жыл бұрын

Great job guys, waiting for part two so hurry up. Have I missed which one you made in this video. Think I will have to adapt to put out some insulation in the walls as here in uk it’s not all sunshine.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Lol will do! It should be out next Thursday! We are going to attempt to be more consistent with content this year!

@chrisroberts3280 2 жыл бұрын

@@WanderTears what was the one you made on this video

@MottyJo. Жыл бұрын

Build one myself on this channel , only did it a lot different , especially the floors and installing the round edges

@AB-C1 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Job! Cheers from London England 👍😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

Жыл бұрын

That's was great to watch! Do you have a video that shows how the frame is built?

@mam100022 2 жыл бұрын

So cool! I want one!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

We sell them! Check out our website wandertears.com

@brayanrios8023 Жыл бұрын

esta muy bonito y todo paso a paso saludos de colombia esperamos mas videos con cosas nuevas bendiciones

@ricardoguerreiro8414 Жыл бұрын

Perfect!!!!

@palletwoodcamper Жыл бұрын

some good ideas thank you, helps me with my build planning

@ronb8052 2 жыл бұрын

Wow....very impressive.....really nice job.

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated! Thank you

@travisgilley9164 Жыл бұрын

Hey guys! Love this build! It helped me understand so much of the process for building my own now. One thing I’m having trouble planning… how did you cut out the holes for the cabinets so cleanly? Trying to figure out how to do that without a cnc.

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Just use a scroll blade on a jigsaw. It’s a thinner blade that allows you to make tighter turns. Take your time to follow the lines!

@tomdonaghy8625 2 жыл бұрын

You are one handy guy! Well done

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you!

@kewlnessess 2 жыл бұрын

so sick!!! you guys are awesome

@Thunder-xo1cx 7 ай бұрын

Very nice Builds I really like those little Trailers. One thing I recommend a Battery operated Caulking Gun those work very well and put out consistent Caulk or Glue

@popeye4016 Жыл бұрын

I’m very impressed. 🤓

@user-hx2lm4ym8l 2 жыл бұрын

Wow great. . . You're skill is very nice

@abdullahsharaf7656 Жыл бұрын

Wow 🤩👏👏good job man you'r genius I enjoyed watching you make it 👌🌹🌹🌹

@chrism1966 2 жыл бұрын

Bends looks like they’ll be to difficult for me. Think I’ll go for the square look. Nice job 👍

@trueaussie9230 2 жыл бұрын

You might as well go for a square shape. If the vehicle in the video can be called a "TEARDROP trailer" then surely a square can also. 😉🤣🤣

@worlore1651 Ай бұрын

Press the captions button. Your welcome

@WanderTears Ай бұрын

☺️

@marcioarany7259 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@spease07 2 жыл бұрын

Love the music!

@happyhermit2022 2 жыл бұрын

Superb..thats a wow

@murphmurph2124 2 жыл бұрын

Fine job!

@HoundDogHats 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice, and you have a The Hub shirt on. I'm going there this weekend.

@claudecharland5091 2 жыл бұрын

amazing job

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@normferguson5209 2 жыл бұрын

Sweeeet!now i wanna build one, thanx for an awesome starter vid.too the second in afew 🤘

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@charlesmoreira8542 Жыл бұрын

Parabéns viu parabéns pelo trailer viu parabéns gostei viu de motorhome parabéns viu Sou de Salvador Bahia Brasil

@maxwright4387 11 ай бұрын

I like this one. great design and work. what's the finished weight? and have you had wood rotting anywhere over the years? thanks for sharing

@MotoAnthony Жыл бұрын

Did you take any steps to waterproof the floor? I'm planning to build on an existing trailer with a wire mesh floor. What would you suggest to put down before plywood?

@jwiereng 2 жыл бұрын

7:41 why do you use pocket holes on one side, but not on other side of the blocking between the hatch spars. Is the ply wood prone to split when you drive screw into the "end grain"?

@waynebrazeau855 Жыл бұрын

Nice!!! Great job

@spiritseeker1932 2 жыл бұрын

This is awesome but I was just curious why you didn’t put insulation before you put the outer wood down?

@MottyJo. Жыл бұрын

wow man really amazing teardrop!

@josephbishopbackwoodssurvi3918 2 жыл бұрын

Just wondering how do you like it and is there anything you would add to it if you were going to make another one

@malcolmevans585 Жыл бұрын

Awesome 👌

@robertjerome1889 Жыл бұрын

Great job.

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@tonygombas491 Жыл бұрын

Team work 👍

@canalvocecomcristo Ай бұрын

Show, muito bom.

@jamesdean6005 2 жыл бұрын

Good job 👍🏻

@Dwaynelrs.x 2 ай бұрын

Nice job

@encampos973 2 жыл бұрын

I wish i can do this kind of project in the future

@arenopolisgoias 2 жыл бұрын

VIDEO BACANA DE VCS, DEUS ABENÇOE SEMPRE

@michaellopez809 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing job. Question on why no insulation in the hatch? Weight? Has it affected temps at all?

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. No, It hasn’t affected temps in the cabin at all. And it’s a separate area from the mattress, we didn’t see the point in insulating it.

@Playback007able 11 ай бұрын

cool build…feisty music…reminds a tad bit of New England hailing, Indie band - - ECHO & DRAKE…

@matphat 2 жыл бұрын

What are those brackets you are using to construct the cabinets? The blue ones that square up the joins?

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

They are called Clamp-it clips by Rockler. They are SUPER handy and only $10. Can’t find them on Amazon though.

@jwr754 2 жыл бұрын

Nice workshop

@fijinelsonq Жыл бұрын

What's the build cost and do you have plans? Especially for the sides and design

@flywiseman Жыл бұрын

Fantastic

@96_sn95gt 2 жыл бұрын

Will this work with the northern tool 5x8 aluminum trailer?

@bradleyjohnson452 2 жыл бұрын

What a awesome teardrop build. Do you guys cut everything by hand from templates or use a CNC?

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

It’s half and half. We have a CNC guy cut our intricate cabinet pieces and walls so they come out clean. The rest is by hand.

@bigshortsfilms6321 Жыл бұрын

NICE!

@croneycousteau 2 жыл бұрын

What is the rigid hand tool you are using to flush trim the plywood skin from your trailer roof? It looks nifty, thanks!

@WanderTears 2 жыл бұрын

That’s router with a flush trim bit. It earns its keep building one.

@elidiom5278 10 ай бұрын

My toxic trait is thinking that if they did this in a 9 minutes sped up video it’s gotta only take me like what, 5 hours?

@leekirtley7234 9 ай бұрын

Who makes the plastic 90°corner holders? Are they Kreg to go with the pocket hole jig?👍🔥🔥🔥💥💥💥

@Carol-gx9ds Жыл бұрын

Can you use these plans for a longer trailer than what you used?

@DadeCameron Жыл бұрын

Also, what did yal cover it with at the end? Sheet metal or? And what is the plastic I see? Any info make it easier thanks looks great!!!! Bad ass

@thecampingcollection1556 Жыл бұрын

Ver nice trailer!

@denisposcai1102 9 ай бұрын

Amazing work! What's the name of the tool that allows the screw goes crossed in the 4:20?

@stuityourself Жыл бұрын

Brilliant work! I’m a design and tech teacher in a school in Scotland and would love to do a project like this. What thickness of aluminium sheet do you use to ‘skin’ the plywood?

@WanderTears Жыл бұрын

Yeah it definitely is a great experience. We use .040 all around. Sometimes .050 on the roof.