I have done alot of camping and seen alot of trailers and I just want to say, you all have done an fantastic job! What you did with 12' of trailer is amazing! Congrats, thanks, we'll be ordering our soon! .) Thanks UNE SPORT and for sharing Doc!
LOVE THIS CONVERSION. At first, I thought they had omitted the bathroom.........but was VERY impressed when "surprise!" there it was. Very well thought out.
AMAZING!!!!! IT HAS EVERYTHING!!!! I love the fact you have a full bath, not a wet bath. There is an inside kitchen, couch, dinette and a queen bed! This is how you do it in a small space!!!! Wonderful job! A+++
I have had this Toy hauler for a year now and it is absolutely perfect for what I use it for. All the comforts of home scaled way down. I even have satellite television. I did take it back to the dealer and have the Queen Bed put on an electric lift. For me it was fine. However my wife is claustrophobic and the bed was just a little too close to the ceiling for her. With the electronic lift you can lower it down to where you can simply step in and out of bed. Better for me too when I have to get up in the middle of the night to go to the restroom. Now I don't have to worry about falling off the ladder in the dark.
I've studied toy haulers for years. These guys are the ONLY ones building up to the task. The cookie cutter ones aren't even rated to haul your toys. (GVWR) in 8 years they are building me a Alaskan assault camper! Insulated floor and all! They REALLY know their stuff here! This is an example for the rest of the RV industry to follow. But they're too stupid, the rest crank out a trash toy hauler in one day that's doomed from that day on of poor quality. THIS is a true toy hauler!
I'm impressed by the accessibilty and roominess of the living space. Dunesport seemingly is a "go-to" firm for quicker, better-build for those who don't want to DIY, or have mobility restrictions due to age/health. I will keep this builder in forethought.
Holy shiznit! I've been camping for many many many years and never knew that there was someone out there that could do that factory. I always wanted to build something to my own specs and you provided the means with your video. Absolutely awesome thank you so much for sharing. Awesome trailer by the way
Wow, very, very nice! Unfortunately with my budget I'll have to buy an empty 6X12 Interstate Pro Series cargo trailer and furnish it myself. I can get the "blank canvas" of a trailer for under $5,000 without windows, so can add what I need as my budget dictates. I'm saving your video as my #1 inspiration and idea video. I hope you'll continue to post videos of your new trailer adventures. Happy trails to you!
Seriously.. Look at a Forest River, Wolf Pup 17RP. a 2yr. old unit for $8,000.. Ready To Go!!! Factory built, Water heater, tanks/pump, Heater/AC, Stove, Microwave, Sink, Bathroom, Nice cabinets. The re-sell is better. No One wants a home-built. Good Luck
I think it would be a blast to build one. And yes you are right, you do have ultimate control over the build. However, I know what that would mean for me. I would overbuild it, pay absolutely no attention to considerations like the weight of the items I am putting in it, and the dang thing would be so heavy I couldn't pull it. The build quality at Dune Sport is as good as any you can get because you spec how you want it built.
@@DocsDetectingSupply I'm guessing this is the 5200 lb gross axle and gross 5200 lb gross vehicle weight rating. What's the payload the weight you can haul in the trailer? At first I thought you had a 3000 pound axle but then he said it was 8.5 wide x 12 long so I knew you had the standard 5200 lb axle. Also do you have to open the side panel when you run your generator? I've been experimenting on generator boxes. And I've had my inside generator box temperatures a to high not good for an air-cooled engine to get too much heat to it. I'm building a generator box based off of the zombie little generator box. And you definitely don't want the generator to get wet I burned one up once like that. Luckily it was under warranty. If someone was living in this full-time and running the 15000 BTU rooftop AC you could get the 2200 watt Honda that's made to Run these rooftop air conditioners it's smaller and it'll save fuel. And get the hutch Mountain propane kit for it. I have a 2200 w. Dual fuel propane and gasoline Sportsman little generator and it definitely wouldn't run that rooftop air conditioner because it's only a 80cc motor. The Honda has the 121 cc engine on their 2200 watt little generator. That cheap name generator called Cosworth I think it is they have bigger engines but they are heavier weight and most of the time you have more amps when you have a bigger engine but they don't show the amps on their generators.
Thank you for doung this video Ive watch countless (trailer 2 rv) converts and took ideas from them to personalize my ideal convert OMG when i seen this it was how i wanted mines the only difference was i wanted a sectional made outta twin beds w/ lots of pillows lol & the pull down bed above That way theres enough space for my grands if needed When I seen your video I fell in love with the three seats instead I can go with that option esp when they can fold up for additional space Im sold A/c & heat + a generator, a full tub & high toilet, stove & oven not to mention hot water heater ha I'll work with that sink w/ no complaints This trailer has it all & then some The best part is I dont have to absolutely no diy work & possibly get fraustrated or scammed Thanks you, you guys The way the economy is headed this is an excellent option to prevent homelessness
Someone asked me about washing dishes in the small sink. I got some neat little collapsible silicone tubs, that give me extra room for dish washing. But for the most part I try to cook on my portable grill. Or I buy microwaveable meals. After a day of prospecting I am too pooped to play Gordan Ramsey. So I try to keep it simple. I use the better grade paper plates and plastic utensils. So I keep my dish washing to a minimum. One time when I did get carried away with dishes, I put down a rubber mat in the bathtub and washed the dishes in the tub. You get creative.
This is insane .incredible for the size .wow .Amazing use of space . I'm looking to buy a new trailer and I'm going to check this place out , wow. I have been looking for a smaller more compact trailer with everything and all the amenities inside and it looks like this is it ..I would maybe go a couple feet bigger but this is amazing.
Nice toyhauler with some extremely nice amenities. I love the bath setup and you have a killer A/C, heater unit(s). It doesn't look like you solved your sleeping arrangement issue by installing a 5' bunk bed with limited head space inside your Rig; you're almost back to square one similar to the Toyota camper living...
6' 4 inch walking clearance underneath with bed up. Now that I have electronic lift I can drop the bed way down and have plenty of room. I can sit up in bed if I want to and I have a really thick Sealy Posturpedic Mattress.
I like this set up for sure with the dinnett and couch plus having full shower. Nice to have two 30 gal propain tanks that the generator and refrigerator runs off of. That would last awhile standard grill is 20 lb tank I use mine grill 3-4 times per week in warmer weather and it last easily 2 months if not longer so two 30 gals is awesome especially in a small toy hauler
Toy haulers are a great option for people with power wheel chairs as well. Most campers dont accommodate the handicapped. From experience, I can say these work well.
That's a really good point. And the nice thing about this particular model is the drop down door / ramp, has an enormous counter-weight spring, you can literally let the door down and put it back up with one finger it is so well balanced.
Wow, this is so cool to run across you in an unexpected place on UA-cam. Nice set up. I bought one of your $100 covers for my GPZ-7000 from Gerry's Detectors. I have land at Humboldt River Ranch, Rye Patch, and 40 acres up around Saw Tooth. Happy hunting. I have detected since 1973.
Humboldt, Rye Patch and land at Saw Tooth, and yet I don't remember getting even one invite. :-) Thanks for checking in. You have a lot of experience if you started in 1973! WOW.
For anyone else wondering about the manual bed lift - They manufacture it themselves at Dune Sport and don't really sell it. I might go down there and order a TH! They seem super reasonable and were very helpful on the phone.
And the word Custom is a real deal here the CF is not available in the 14 foot trailer but Casey said I think this will fit you. I love the CF floor plan.
@@DocsDetectingSupply do you have a spreadsheet or order form to ha e one built? I would like to have a 16footer with tandem axes and a few more upgrades!
I still have it, and I still love it. I think about well maybe I should have got a 14 foot long one. Then I think WHY? All it would do is add weight and I really don't need that extra room. It's nice compact easy to tow and does everything I need it to do. Even when I am loaded with my ATV and on a journey. The way everything is arranged I can still access the restroom/bath, sink, the fridge, stove oven microwave, and climb up into bed and take a nap. So if I get tired on a journey, pull into a rest stop. Take a shower, take a frozen meal from the fridge, heat in microwave. Climb into bed for a night's sleep, and I'm off and on my way in the morning. No unloading the ATV. It really is the most conveniently designed rig out there.
Beds are very smart, nice cargo space in there! All RVs should follow this model and have a ramp as well. A ramp patio makes so much sense. I have patio envy now. Truly lovely trailer. Dune Sport did a great job! I have to check them out. I never knew you could have a propane generator, which must run a lot cleaner than a gas one. A bit too much talking from behind the camera, doc. Let the man do the tour of his build. Hold off on questions and add-on details till he is done. It interrupted the flow for viewers.
Very nice Doc! I am having a 14 foot CF made and will be ready around October 2016 and working with Casey on the build has been a great experience, he has made some very good upgrades suggestions for me like duel heaver duty axels with 15 inch wheels and putting the bathroom sink resist in the wall and a lower shower pan. I did a tour of the old and new factory and this is a high quality company. I just retired and can not wait to hook up and hit the trail I am pulling with a Toyota Tacoma 4x4. Paul
Well be forewarned. You can tow it with a Tacoma, but it is a slow haul. I have a Tacoma myself and pulled it back from Dune Sport with it. Man it was a tough haul. I have since also purchased a RAM 1500 Eco-Diesel. The RAM doesn't even know it's there.
It is perfect for me. I would recommend the dual axle, and flipping the axles. Other than that, I have toyed with the idea of maybe I should have got one 2 foot longer. Not because I need the space, but I think it would give you more room for cabinets and storage. But I really like how compact it is and how easy it pulls, so I'm just not sure.
Hey Doc i have a K 5 blazer that measures 15 ft long and it doesn't seem possible to put some much stuff in that size, but now i m looking at your 12 ft trailer and can't believe you can put so much furniture in that small space. I have looked at several toy haulers and never liked the layout on them but now that i see your trailer with a sofa a table booth plus kitchen, bath, etc in 12 ft (its a great lay out,)i can imagine how much more they can put in a 14 or 15 footer. How do you like it so far. Can you make a trailer video on the field. Ps: I m looking for one to do the same thing, detecting. Thank you.
As soon as it gets cooler I will knock out a video. I have used it several times in the field. And while a little more room might be nice to have, you just can't beat the ease and convenience of set up an packing up to leave. Small is convenient. Handles well, pulls easy. Piece of cake. I don't know about you but at the end of the day I want to eat, shower, go to bed, watch one television show to unwind, or a DVD movie, and then I'm out. Too exhausted to do anything else.
Seriously.. Look at a Forest River, Wolf Pup 17RP. a 2yr. old unit for $8,000.. Ready To Go!!! Factory built, Water heater, tanks/pump, Heater/AC, Stove, Microwave, Sink, Bathroom, Nice cabinets. The re-sell is better. No One wants a home-built. Good Luck
We have a small toy hauler as well, but when you said you don't know what more you could want, I had to put in my two cents! I WANT A PLUG IN IN THE BATHROOM! What is the matter with these manufacturers. I don't care what their reasoning is , with all the technology we have today don't tell me we can't figure a way to safely. Add an outlet in the bathroom so we don't have to do our hair over the stove where we prepare our food!
G.M. Lousignont, Ph.D. yep. That's what my hubby told me. I realize they are more utility, but it's crazy they just don't put one in. A girl is going to do hair and things no matter how tiny the bathroom is, I don't want to be combing and drying my hair over the cooking and eating surfaces. Thank you for your reply. I still love the small haulers. Not such a bear to drag around!
Looks nice! I have read a LOT of negative stuff about Dunesport using second hand parts and having really bad service. I know lots of folks just love to complain for the heck of it.... What has the quality, and service been like for you? looks like a nice rig? Also, what is the overall interior ceiling height at the highest and lowest points? I like as much headroom as I can find! Thanks for any feedback, Doc!
Used Second Hand Parts: I have personally been in their factory at least 5 times. Every time they had at least 6 new rigs being built a various stages of completion. I have never seen anything but brand new materials being used in assembly. At least 2 of those times I came unannounced. Really bad service??? Just the opposite. Let me tell you a little story. Last September I was in Morristown Arizona to go gold prospecting. It was really late at night when I arrived and really dark. So I am out in the middle of the desert and I am trying to back the rig up, and I can't see anything. (No backup lights on the Toy hauler, note to self, BACK UP LIGHTS NEEDED.) So I hear a crunch and I think I must have backed into some bushes. I pull forward shut the truck off get ready for some sleep. Get in the toy hauler. Shower, go to bed. Get up next morning, I hadn't backed into a bush, I had jack knifed the trailer and truck ever so slightly and caved in the front of the toy hauler and put a nice dent right above my truck tail light. So I call Dune Sport. I tell them what a gigantic idiot I am. I ask if I can bring it down and drop it off, and then when it is fixed I will drive back down from Las Vegas and pick it up. I figure better to drive to Mesa from Morristown, than drive all the way back to Las Vegas, and back to Mesa. Brad at Dune Sport says, "Doc send some pictures let me see what it looks like." Brad calls me and says, "Can you have it here in the morning when we open up?" I said I'll drive there tonight, and sleep outside the gates so I'll be there. Brad says, well it's hard to tell whether you broke any of the framing inside the dented metal shell but what I want to try to do is get a couple guys pulling the dented metal off, fix whatever framing is damaged if there is any, (there was) and put new metal on. If they don't get it done by 5, I'll have them stay over a couple of hours. If you don't mind hanging around town for the whole day tomorrow, maybe we can get you in and out in the same day." Well that is exactly what they did. So Bad Service???? I don't think so. That is service way above and beyond. AND, they didn't rape me for the repair either. OK so the height. The lowest the ceiling is, is at the sink at the front of the rig it is 7 foot. Then as you look towards the back the ceiling slopes up increasing in height just past the refrigerator. Probably 7 ft 10 inches there. But then you run into where the queen size bed tucks away up in the ceiling. With the bed all the way up your clearance under the bed is 6 ft 4 inches. Now I am 5' 7" so for me, no sweat. A guy 6 ft tall may feel the inclination to bend over a little but it's not necessary.
I’d throw an old moving blanket (5-$6 Harbor Freight) in the tub. Putting the table legs in the cabinet would take up too much precious cab space for me.
2682 / 5200 Pay Load 2518 I did ge the heavy duty axle. Not sure they offer this model in dual axle, I might have opted for that. No problems with single axle but double axle just seems like it would spread load better,
I just tried ordering this exact set up and was quoted $32,000! ☹️ I was so close to placing my order until I seen Docs price of $23,000? I dunno why such a big difference in price.
The mattress is a posturpedic bought at Sam's Club. Standard queen size. The platform is made out of wood. It has studs on each corner that drop into "L" bars in the lift. The actual lift part just like an updown U. One goes on each wall, the legs of the U have a chain mechanism in it that transports the "L" bars up and down. Pretty simple concept really. Here I found the company that makes them I think. Take a look: happijac.com/bed-lifts.html
Why didn't we get a dry weight. It's too bad that Sport King went out of business, they had a 16' TT @ 1631lbs, well insulated to boot. I would bet this weighs more than that.
There was no mattress on the platform at that time. I purchased a very expensive Sealy Posture Pedic Queen Size mattress at Sam's Club. It is far from being a YOGA mat. The video below shows the mattress. ua-cam.com/video/zQuWluB5xX4/v-deo.html
Thanks for the video/ideas! Curious as to the weight. Most of the RVs on the market are just too fancy. Someplace to sleep, a place to eat, a shower, and a toilet. Have the ability to fold up couches and dinettes so as to have hauling storage is the way to go, to me.
Having been through the factory several times I am amazed at the quality they pack into these trailers. To actually be able to lay eyes on the way they build these gives you a lot of confidence that you are getting a quality product.
I find the craftsmanship great. But you have to remember, it is still a trailer. I mean everything is small, and made to be lite weight. I have had no major problems what-so-ever. Some things you can be proactive about. Like realizing the door of the bath will probably swing into the counter of the sink and the door knob will probably put a dent. So before that happened I just bought one of those little adhesive bumpers.
Yes it has electric brakes. Make sure you get the electric lift on the bed. Flip the axle if you need extra clearance and I would get dual axles. Don't get the 12 ft mini. Get the regular 12 footer. This rig is just perfect, the mini was even too small for me.
Betty I took a clothes hanging rod and installed it towards the back under the bed I mounted it with curtain rod brackets. Then I use a vinyl zippered hanging wardrobe type contraption. Most of my underwear socks, etc. I put in a bin with a folding top and shove it under one of the bench seats. www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4CF2BP/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07R4CF2BP&pd_rd_w=VKmmZ&pf_rd_p=f0355a48-7e73-489a-9590-564e12837b93&pd_rd_wg=yn29n&pf_rd_r=CK7KZQ8JYAAZTMZY12WS&pd_rd_r=0b3c2c46-9ac1-4909-a8b4-e64f50d5de44&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE4SlI1WENVSVNUSDImZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA3MTUxODc1TE1VOElMN1Y1UUwmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDAzNDk4NTI1ODFaRUtSVFk5M0omd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWMmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
why not make a padded bag for the poles, that way you don't have to worry about the tub finish. you will not put them in the cabinet if it has dishes in it.
Sure. An upholstery shop, such as auto upholstery, can sew a bag together to put the poles in. Sort of like a duffle bag. You can get material to match whatever you have.
Remember everything in this rig is the same as in your home, only everything is about 75% smaller. When I am inside my underwear are so small I can hardly breath. :-)
God you guys are as bad as my wife. I'm from the mid-west. I say warsh instead of wash, I say WOOF instead of WOLF. My wife busts my chops all the time. Why can't you talk right? You're an educated person. (OK I have a Ph.D. that just means I was educated, it doesn't mean I learned anything they taught me.) What the hell is wrong with you? My reply is always the same. "What the hell is wrong with you that you would marry a rube like me?"
Yes I know I got a little chatty. I used to teach Criminal Investigation at the college. I have a Ph.D. in Criminal Psychology, so teaching is something I enjoy/ It's sort of hard to turn that off.
How many clothes do you need to hang? What I did was mount an L shaped paper towel dispenser on the bottom of the bed towards the rear. I got one of those zippered hanging closets. You can't hang a lot in there but it gives you some hanging room. Then at the front inside of the door to the left I put in a tall skinny cabinet. You can get them anywhere. They are about 5 ft tall 18 wide and 12 deep. Perfect to put underwear, socks, extra canned goods etc.
I since posting have put in a bronze drapery rod suspended from the bottom of the bed at the rear where it is not in the way. It works great and gives me about 5 feet of hanging space.
OK so the temptation is for me to think, well heck having 2 more feet would be nice. But the bottom line is for what I use it for, it would be of no use. I need a place to eat, shower and sleep in comfort. DONE. It's like going to Las Vegas. Don't spend $200 on a room when you can get one for $50, because guess what. You didn't come to Las Vegas to stay in your room. You are going to spend so little time there, you just need something clean, with a good bed and a shower. Save your money and go see a Cirque Soleil show, go to a high end buffet. Take a ride on the High Roller. Your memories are going to be made by the things you experience, not by where you slept.
I had it changed to an electric lift, now we can bring it down to a reasonable height. But you are absolutely right it was too high. OK for me, but too scary for her. But I have to be truthful, I feel like it is safer having it closer to the ground.
Doc, how does your tacoma do pulling it? We have ordered a 14 footer from them. And we also have a tacoma. Curious if your doing ok up inclines and what not? Thanks in advance.
Not good. I mean there are really not many steep inclines coming back from Mesa to Las Vegas, but the ones that were there, top speed 45 mph, I had it floored. It's OK on the flat, but there just are not very many truly flat roads. I ended up buying a RAM 1500 Eco-Diesel. Tows like a dream. I still have my Tacoma however.
What is the dry weight and gross weight of your trailer? Really like the choices you put in it. Nice trailer! Thanks for sharing and replying to all the comments.
That manual lift system was designed by Dune Sport. I do not think it is available commercially. You might call them and see if they sell the system by itself.
I don't remember whether it's OSB or plywood. However, if that is an issue, they will make it out of anything you specify. I'm thinking I would have preferred to have it made out of Oreo Cookies, that way I could just snap off a piece at eat it without getting out of bed. Seriously, these guys are fantastic. You specify what material you want and that is how they will make it. I can tell you this. I don't think there are many trailers out there that are not made with laminates and anything and everything that is sturdy but lightweight enough to make them easy to tow.
I don't know, did you count. Hey I was a little more than excited to get this rig. Sorry if I annoyed you just think what my wife has to put up with. "Babe, could you fix me breakfast; from the ground up?" "Wow it looks like you cleaned this house from the ground up." ...
I have about $22,000 in it. But I sort of tricked it out with everything I could think of. One comment is if I was to build it again I would go with dual axles and have them flip the axle so the trailer actually had more ground clearance. I take this out to the boonies so extra clearance would be a plus.
$22,000 is an excellent price for what you got! Everything is over sized. You could easily live in that, and it would not cost you a fortune to tow around.
I have done alot of camping and seen alot of trailers and I just want to say, you all have done an fantastic job! What you did with 12' of trailer is amazing! Congrats, thanks, we'll be ordering our soon! .) Thanks UNE SPORT and for sharing Doc!
LOVE THIS CONVERSION. At first, I thought they had omitted the bathroom.........but was VERY impressed when "surprise!" there it was. Very well thought out.
AMAZING!!!!! IT HAS EVERYTHING!!!! I love the fact you have a full bath, not a wet bath. There is an inside kitchen, couch, dinette and a queen bed! This is how you do it in a small space!!!! Wonderful job! A+++
Dawn Lizarraga ii
I have had this Toy hauler for a year now and it is absolutely perfect for what I use it for. All the comforts of home scaled way down. I even have satellite television. I did take it back to the dealer and have the Queen Bed put on an electric lift. For me it was fine. However my wife is claustrophobic and the bed was just a little too close to the ceiling for her. With the electronic lift you can lower it down to where you can simply step in and out of bed. Better for me too when I have to get up in the middle of the night to go to the restroom. Now I don't have to worry about falling off the ladder in the dark.
I've studied toy haulers for years. These guys are the ONLY ones building up to the task. The cookie cutter ones aren't even rated to haul your toys. (GVWR) in 8 years they are building me a Alaskan assault camper! Insulated floor and all! They REALLY know their stuff here! This is an example for the rest of the RV industry to follow. But they're too stupid, the rest crank out a trash toy hauler in one day that's doomed from that day on of poor quality. THIS is a true toy hauler!
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what an amazing 12ft. it's got everything I need in such a small package.
For $23,000
I'm impressed by the accessibilty and roominess of the living space. Dunesport seemingly is a "go-to" firm for quicker, better-build for those who don't want to DIY, or have mobility restrictions due to age/health. I will keep this builder in forethought.
Holy shiznit! I've been camping for many many many years and never knew that there was someone out there that could do that factory. I always wanted to build something to my own specs and you provided the means with your video. Absolutely awesome thank you so much for sharing. Awesome trailer by the way
This is the video that started it all
Wow, very, very nice! Unfortunately with my budget I'll have to buy an empty 6X12 Interstate Pro Series cargo trailer and furnish it myself. I can get the "blank canvas" of a trailer for under $5,000 without windows, so can add what I need as my budget dictates. I'm saving your video as my #1 inspiration and idea video. I hope you'll continue to post videos of your new trailer adventures. Happy trails to you!
Seriously.. Look at a Forest River, Wolf Pup 17RP. a 2yr. old unit for $8,000.. Ready To Go!!! Factory built, Water heater, tanks/pump, Heater/AC, Stove, Microwave, Sink, Bathroom, Nice cabinets. The re-sell is better. No One wants a home-built.
Good Luck
@@crazybob1954mo I'm pretty sure I'd rather have a home built one that provides more quality control...
I think it would be a blast to build one. And yes you are right, you do have ultimate control over the build. However, I know what that would mean for me. I would overbuild it, pay absolutely no attention to considerations like the weight of the items I am putting in it, and the dang thing would be so heavy I couldn't pull it. The build quality at Dune Sport is as good as any you can get because you spec how you want it built.
In Georgia you can get a single axle new for $2200
@@DocsDetectingSupply I'm guessing this is the 5200 lb gross axle and gross 5200 lb gross vehicle weight rating. What's the payload the weight you can haul in the trailer? At first I thought you had a 3000 pound axle but then he said it was 8.5 wide x 12 long so I knew you had the standard 5200 lb axle. Also do you have to open the side panel when you run your generator? I've been experimenting on generator boxes. And I've had my inside generator box temperatures a to high not good for an air-cooled engine to get too much heat to it. I'm building a generator box based off of the zombie little generator box. And you definitely don't want the generator to get wet I burned one up once like that. Luckily it was under warranty. If someone was living in this full-time and running the 15000 BTU rooftop AC you could get the 2200 watt Honda that's made to Run these rooftop air conditioners it's smaller and it'll save fuel. And get the hutch Mountain propane kit for it. I have a 2200 w. Dual fuel propane and gasoline Sportsman little generator and it definitely wouldn't run that rooftop air conditioner because it's only a 80cc motor. The Honda has the 121 cc engine on their 2200 watt little generator. That cheap name generator called Cosworth I think it is they have bigger engines but they are heavier weight and most of the time you have more amps when you have a bigger engine but they don't show the amps on their generators.
Thank you for doung this video Ive watch countless (trailer 2 rv) converts and took ideas from them to personalize my ideal convert OMG when i seen this it was how i wanted mines the only difference was i wanted a sectional made outta twin beds w/ lots of pillows lol & the pull down bed above That way theres enough space for my grands if needed When I seen your video I fell in love with the three seats instead I can go with that option esp when they can fold up for additional space Im sold A/c & heat + a generator, a full tub & high toilet, stove & oven not to mention hot water heater ha I'll work with that sink w/ no complaints This trailer has it all & then some The best part is I dont have to absolutely no diy work & possibly get fraustrated or scammed Thanks you, you guys The way the economy is headed this is an excellent option to prevent homelessness
Someone asked me about washing dishes in the small sink. I got some neat little collapsible silicone tubs, that give me extra room for dish washing. But for the most part I try to cook on my portable grill. Or I buy microwaveable meals. After a day of prospecting I am too pooped to play Gordan Ramsey. So I try to keep it simple. I use the better grade paper plates and plastic utensils. So I keep my dish washing to a minimum. One time when I did get carried away with dishes, I put down a rubber mat in the bathtub and washed the dishes in the tub. You get creative.
This is insane .incredible for the size .wow .Amazing use of space . I'm looking to buy a new trailer and I'm going to check this place out , wow. I have been looking for a smaller more compact trailer with everything and all the amenities inside and it looks like this is it ..I would maybe go a couple feet bigger but this is amazing.
Nice toyhauler with some extremely nice amenities. I love the bath setup and you have a killer A/C, heater unit(s). It doesn't look like you solved your sleeping arrangement issue by installing a 5' bunk bed with limited head space inside your Rig; you're almost back to square one similar to the Toyota camper living...
6' 4 inch walking clearance underneath with bed up. Now that I have electronic lift I can drop the bed way down and have plenty of room. I can sit up in bed if I want to and I have a really thick Sealy Posturpedic Mattress.
I like this set up for sure with the dinnett and couch plus having full shower. Nice to have two 30 gal propain tanks that the generator and refrigerator runs off of. That would last awhile standard grill is 20 lb tank I use mine grill 3-4 times per week in warmer weather and it last easily 2 months if not longer so two 30 gals is awesome especially in a small toy hauler
Great video. Perfect. Size with the back door raised it becomes a patio
Toy haulers are a great option for people with power wheel chairs as well. Most campers dont accommodate the handicapped. From experience, I can say these work well.
That's a really good point. And the nice thing about this particular model is the drop down door / ramp, has an enormous counter-weight spring, you can literally let the door down and put it back up with one finger it is so well balanced.
That is exactly what I have been looking for. Thanks.
Me too!
Wow, this is so cool to run across you in an unexpected place on UA-cam. Nice set up. I bought one of your $100 covers for my GPZ-7000 from Gerry's Detectors. I have land at Humboldt River Ranch, Rye Patch, and 40 acres up around Saw Tooth. Happy hunting. I have detected since 1973.
Humboldt, Rye Patch and land at Saw Tooth, and yet I don't remember getting even one invite. :-) Thanks for checking in. You have a lot of experience if you started in 1973! WOW.
That is almost exactly what I have been searching for.
For anyone else wondering about the manual bed lift - They manufacture it themselves at Dune Sport and don't really sell it. I might go down there and order a TH! They seem super reasonable and were very helpful on the phone.
And the word Custom is a real deal here the CF is not available in the 14 foot trailer but Casey said I think this will fit you. I love the CF floor plan.
zdiver1 What does CF stand for?
Very nice. Many of the small toyhaulers seem to be built to price point, no option for generator, no tank insulation, and so forth.
, nice, plenty of room for a bike and a 4 wheeler or two bikes.
Please do a video on how the bed is done. I would like to do it in my existing cargo trailer.
It's a moot issue now because I had an electronic lift retro-fitted.
@@DocsDetectingSupply do you have a spreadsheet or order form to ha e one built? I would like to have a 16footer with tandem axes and a few more upgrades!
My email is bamadave@att.net
@@MkIVDave email me at docsdetecting@gmail.com so I can get you in touch with Dunesport so they can do a worksheet for you.
great job!!! it seems pretty sunny so I would have used solar also so it would be more cheaper using just one propane tank.........
Ive looked ,,this is the best one on line
I still have it, and I still love it. I think about well maybe I should have got a 14 foot long one. Then I think WHY? All it would do is add weight and I really don't need that extra room. It's nice compact easy to tow and does everything I need it to do. Even when I am loaded with my ATV and on a journey. The way everything is arranged I can still access the restroom/bath, sink, the fridge, stove oven microwave, and climb up into bed and take a nap. So if I get tired on a journey, pull into a rest stop. Take a shower, take a frozen meal from the fridge, heat in microwave. Climb into bed for a night's sleep, and I'm off and on my way in the morning. No unloading the ATV. It really is the most conveniently designed rig out there.
Beds are very smart, nice cargo space in there! All RVs should follow this model and have a ramp as well. A ramp patio makes so much sense. I have patio envy now. Truly lovely trailer. Dune Sport did a great job! I have to check them out. I never knew you could have a propane generator, which must run a lot cleaner than a gas one.
A bit too much talking from behind the camera, doc. Let the man do the tour of his build. Hold off on questions and add-on details till he is done. It interrupted the flow for viewers.
Good suggestion. I was just a little more than excited to get my trailer after I had put so much planning into it.
@@g.m.lousignontph.d.7780 Yes, understandably so!
Nice setup.
Very nice Doc! I am having a 14 foot CF made and will be ready around October 2016 and working with Casey on the build has been a great experience, he has made some very good upgrades suggestions for me like duel heaver duty axels with 15 inch wheels and putting the bathroom sink resist in the wall and a lower shower pan. I did a tour of the old and new factory and this is a high quality company. I just retired and can not wait to hook up and hit the trail I am pulling with a Toyota Tacoma 4x4. Paul
Well be forewarned. You can tow it with a Tacoma, but it is a slow haul. I have a Tacoma myself and pulled it back from Dune Sport with it. Man it was a tough haul. I have since also purchased a RAM 1500 Eco-Diesel. The RAM doesn't even know it's there.
zdiver1 I am wondering how this is working out for you? What would you do differently, if anything?
How about an update for those of us who have just discovered you?😁
It is perfect for me. I would recommend the dual axle, and flipping the axles. Other than that, I have toyed with the idea of maybe I should have got one 2 foot longer. Not because I need the space, but I think it would give you more room for cabinets and storage. But I really like how compact it is and how easy it pulls, so I'm just not sure.
You guys do an amazing job!.
Love your Condo.....oops trailer Enjoy it!!! Just awesome!
he did a real good job
Nice unit. Thanks
Safe travels.
Great work brother.....
Hey Doc i have a K 5 blazer that measures 15 ft long and it doesn't seem possible to put some much stuff in that size, but now i m looking at your 12 ft trailer and can't believe you can put so much furniture in that small space. I have looked at several toy haulers and never liked the layout on them but now that i see your trailer with a sofa a table booth plus kitchen, bath, etc in 12 ft (its a great lay out,)i can imagine how much more they can put in a 14 or 15 footer. How do you like it so far. Can you make a trailer video on the field.
Ps: I m looking for one to do the same thing, detecting. Thank you.
As soon as it gets cooler I will knock out a video. I have used it several times in the field. And while a little more room might be nice to have, you just can't beat the ease and convenience of set up an packing up to leave. Small is convenient. Handles well, pulls easy. Piece of cake.
I don't know about you but at the end of the day I want to eat, shower, go to bed, watch one television show to unwind, or a DVD movie, and then I'm out. Too exhausted to do anything else.
Seriously.. Look at a Forest River, Wolf Pup 17RP. a 2yr. old unit for $8,000.. Ready To Go!!! Factory built, Water heater, tanks/pump, Heater/AC, Stove, Microwave, Sink, Bathroom, Nice cabinets. The re-sell is better. No One wants a home-built.
Good Luck
Great unit with great features, but I can't put my ATV in it.
Hey Doc.. What kind of gas shocks are used on the dropdown bed? Length/Weight capacity? Model#? Thanks a bunch!
WOW!! That is awesome
Can you put in the description how much it cost?
Around $23,000
Hi doc
Thanktou for your great information and influence on my future decisions. Is your recreational buildup guy still available
Thank you
Casey is still there.
Nice.. Keep it Simple and Practical.!!
you got a trailer Built for Two Maybe and table enough to sit down for Thanksgiving dinner
We have a small toy hauler as well, but when you said you don't know what more you could want, I had to put in my two cents! I WANT A PLUG IN IN THE BATHROOM! What is the matter with these manufacturers. I don't care what their reasoning is , with all the technology we have today don't tell me we can't figure a way to safely. Add an outlet in the bathroom so we don't have to do our hair over the stove where we prepare our food!
A plug would be no problem to run after the fact. Just run it off the GFI.
G.M. Lousignont, Ph.D. yep. That's what my hubby told me. I realize they are more utility, but it's crazy they just don't put one in. A girl is going to do hair and things no matter how tiny the bathroom is, I don't want to be combing and drying my hair over the cooking and eating surfaces. Thank you for your reply. I still love the small haulers. Not such a bear to drag around!
Looks nice! I have read a LOT of negative stuff about Dunesport using second hand parts and having really bad service. I know lots of folks just love to complain for the heck of it.... What has the quality, and service been like for you? looks like a nice rig? Also, what is the overall interior ceiling height at the highest and lowest points? I like as much headroom as I can find! Thanks for any feedback, Doc!
Used Second Hand Parts: I have personally been in their factory at least 5 times. Every time they had at least 6 new rigs being built a various stages of completion. I have never seen anything but brand new materials being used in assembly. At least 2 of those times I came unannounced.
Really bad service??? Just the opposite. Let me tell you a little story. Last September I was in Morristown Arizona to go gold prospecting. It was really late at night when I arrived and really dark. So I am out in the middle of the desert and I am trying to back the rig up, and I can't see anything. (No backup lights on the Toy hauler, note to self, BACK UP LIGHTS NEEDED.) So I hear a crunch and I think I must have backed into some bushes. I pull forward shut the truck off get ready for some sleep. Get in the toy hauler. Shower, go to bed. Get up next morning, I hadn't backed into a bush, I had jack knifed the trailer and truck ever so slightly and caved in the front of the toy hauler and put a nice dent right above my truck tail light. So I call Dune Sport. I tell them what a gigantic idiot I am. I ask if I can bring it down and drop it off, and then when it is fixed I will drive back down from Las Vegas and pick it up. I figure better to drive to Mesa from Morristown, than drive all the way back to Las Vegas, and back to Mesa. Brad at Dune Sport says, "Doc send some pictures let me see what it looks like." Brad calls me and says, "Can you have it here in the morning when we open up?" I said I'll drive there tonight, and sleep outside the gates so I'll be there. Brad says, well it's hard to tell whether you broke any of the framing inside the dented metal shell but what I want to try to do is get a couple guys pulling the dented metal off, fix whatever framing is damaged if there is any, (there was) and put new metal on. If they don't get it done by 5, I'll have them stay over a couple of hours. If you don't mind hanging around town for the whole day tomorrow, maybe we can get you in and out in the same day." Well that is exactly what they did. So Bad Service???? I don't think so. That is service way above and beyond. AND, they didn't rape me for the repair either.
OK so the height. The lowest the ceiling is, is at the sink at the front of the rig it is 7 foot. Then as you look towards the back the ceiling slopes up increasing in height just past the refrigerator. Probably 7 ft 10 inches there. But then you run into where the queen size bed tucks away up in the ceiling. With the bed all the way up your clearance under the bed is 6 ft 4 inches. Now I am 5' 7" so for me, no sweat. A guy 6 ft tall may feel the inclination to bend over a little but it's not necessary.
How dies this really pull with your Tacoma? What us your highway speed?
Very nice!
This one is excellent 👍💋 trailer and I haven't checked out the rest but I need someone to help create a trailer like that great 👍
It needs a magnetically closing screen 'door' for the open end!
Already have one.
@@g.m.lousignontph.d.7780 ...Not in this video.....
Check out the insulation - as in there is very little or none
How long is the wait list to have one like thus built?
I’d throw an old moving blanket (5-$6 Harbor Freight) in the tub. Putting the table legs in the cabinet would take up too much precious cab space for me.
What is the dry weight and cargo carrying capacity?
2682 / 5200 Pay Load 2518 I did ge the heavy duty axle. Not sure they offer this model in dual axle, I might have opted for that. No problems with single axle but double axle just seems like it would spread load better,
How do I get 1 custom made? I live in Hawaii and this would be perfect for camping!
Very very nice!🙂
Very, very nice....
Fun!
I just tried ordering this exact set up and was quoted $32,000! ☹️ I was so close to placing my order until I seen Docs price of $23,000? I dunno why such a big difference in price.
Did you talk to Casey? I wouldn't think prices have gone up that much. Make sure you talk to Casey and tell him you saw my You Tube video.
What is the final weight of your Toy Hauler? Are you hauling this w/your Tacoma?
I'd be interested in knowing the weight as well.
Does anybody know where I can get a bed like that? I've seen the power ones but that is simple. I have a 7x14 cargo
The mattress is a posturpedic bought at Sam's Club. Standard queen size. The platform is made out of wood. It has studs on each corner that drop into "L" bars in the lift. The actual lift part just like an updown U. One goes on each wall, the legs of the U have a chain mechanism in it that transports the "L" bars up and down. Pretty simple concept really.
Here I found the company that makes them I think. Take a look:
happijac.com/bed-lifts.html
Sorry, you meant the manual bed. I would check on some of the travel trailer sites like Camper's World. Or call Dunes Spot, they may sell you one.
What is the insulation value of the walls and ceiling?
Can't put a drag car in there doc.but it's nice
If you drive it really fast, maybe, but I think there might me some damage. LOL
Question, can i haul 2018 standard goldwing, 800 lbs, & 8 feet long
How do you get up into the bed? It looks high
Awesome yes Mon me love this one 😍😍😍🤗🤗
Why didn't we get a dry weight. It's too bad that Sport King went out of business, they had a 16' TT @ 1631lbs, well insulated to boot. I would bet this weighs more than that.
Dry Weight 2682
Thanks and WOW, I never would have guessed that much more. I was pulling an 1800lb tent trailer with a Toyota T100 and it struggled with that.
Oh I learned the first time I towed it with my Tacoma it was a no go. I bought a RAM1500 Eco-Diesel, tows like a dream.
Thought it was the one behind him...lol
It’s actually pretty decent for the size.
That looks like a yoga mat for bed
There was no mattress on the platform at that time.
I purchased a very expensive Sealy Posture Pedic Queen Size mattress at Sam's Club. It is far from being a YOGA mat. The video below shows the mattress.
ua-cam.com/video/zQuWluB5xX4/v-deo.html
Thanks for the video/ideas! Curious as to the weight. Most of the RVs on the market are just too fancy. Someplace to sleep, a place to eat, a shower, and a toilet. Have the ability to fold up couches and dinettes so as to have hauling storage is the way to go, to me.
I think it's 5200 lbs.
I love it...how much ballpark price?
$23,000
@@g.m.lousignontph.d.7780 thank you sir
I have a 2015 7×16 cargo trailer
Do you do conversions on other
Companies trailers?
That same setup in my trailer.
how do you find the craftsmanship and over all quality of you camper?
Having been through the factory several times I am amazed at the quality they pack into these trailers. To actually be able to lay eyes on the way they build these gives you a lot of confidence that you are getting a quality product.
I find the craftsmanship great. But you have to remember, it is still a trailer. I mean everything is small, and made to be lite weight. I have had no major problems what-so-ever. Some things you can be proactive about. Like realizing the door of the bath will probably swing into the counter of the sink and the door knob will probably put a dent. So before that happened I just bought one of those little adhesive bumpers.
Does it come with the rotary phone
I'm actually looking at this similar setup from this same company.. does this 12' single axle have electric brakes?
And also is the the 12' mini they sell?
Yes it has electric brakes. Make sure you get the electric lift on the bed. Flip the axle if you need extra clearance and I would get dual axles. Don't get the 12 ft mini. Get the regular 12 footer. This rig is just perfect, the mini was even too small for me.
Any recommendations for clothing storage when using toy hauler?
Betty I took a clothes hanging rod and installed it towards the back under the bed I mounted it with curtain rod brackets. Then I use a vinyl zippered hanging wardrobe type contraption. Most of my underwear socks, etc. I put in a bin with a folding top and shove it under one of the bench seats. www.amazon.com/dp/B07R4CF2BP/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07R4CF2BP&pd_rd_w=VKmmZ&pf_rd_p=f0355a48-7e73-489a-9590-564e12837b93&pd_rd_wg=yn29n&pf_rd_r=CK7KZQ8JYAAZTMZY12WS&pd_rd_r=0b3c2c46-9ac1-4909-a8b4-e64f50d5de44&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUE4SlI1WENVSVNUSDImZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA3MTUxODc1TE1VOElMN1Y1UUwmZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDAzNDk4NTI1ODFaRUtSVFk5M0omd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9kZXRhaWxfdGhlbWF0aWMmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl
why not make a padded bag for the poles, that way you don't have to worry about the tub finish. you will not put them in the cabinet if it has dishes in it.
Lynette Ring I don't understand your suggestion...?
Sure. An upholstery shop, such as auto upholstery, can sew a bag together to put the poles in. Sort of like a duffle bag. You can get material to match whatever you have.
what is the height of the trailer??
How much would one of these cost ?
warsh basin
Little one. I bought a collapsible silicone small tub that works perfect to give me a little extra room to wash dishes pans and the like.
Remember everything in this rig is the same as in your home, only everything is about 75% smaller. When I am inside my underwear are so small I can hardly breath. :-)
I thought you said "everything" was 75% smaller. ; >)
LOL
God you guys are as bad as my wife. I'm from the mid-west. I say warsh instead of wash, I say WOOF instead of WOLF. My wife busts my chops all the time. Why can't you talk right? You're an educated person. (OK I have a Ph.D. that just means I was educated, it doesn't mean I learned anything they taught me.) What the hell is wrong with you?
My reply is always the same. "What the hell is wrong with you that you would marry a rube like me?"
No solar??????
Did you forget screens...
.mosquitos gonna eat you up
No it has screens on windows, door and the roof fans.
Wait...who is giving the tour? jk. nice setup
Yes I know I got a little chatty. I used to teach Criminal Investigation at the college. I have a Ph.D. in Criminal Psychology, so teaching is something I enjoy/ It's sort of hard to turn that off.
I wonder what it costs
Around $22,500
@@DocsDetectingSupply That's a great price in my opinion.
I would want somewhere to hang my clothes and that would be perfect.
How many clothes do you need to hang? What I did was mount an L shaped paper towel dispenser on the bottom of the bed towards the rear. I got one of those zippered hanging closets. You can't hang a lot in there but it gives you some hanging room. Then at the front inside of the door to the left I put in a tall skinny cabinet. You can get them anywhere. They are about 5 ft tall 18 wide and 12 deep. Perfect to put underwear, socks, extra canned goods etc.
docsdetecting thanks god bless.
I since posting have put in a bronze drapery rod suspended from the bottom of the bed at the rear where it is not in the way. It works great and gives me about 5 feet of hanging space.
how do you like the size? is 12 foot big enough?
OK so the temptation is for me to think, well heck having 2 more feet would be nice. But the bottom line is for what I use it for, it would be of no use. I need a place to eat, shower and sleep in comfort. DONE.
It's like going to Las Vegas. Don't spend $200 on a room when you can get one for $50, because guess what. You didn't come to Las Vegas to stay in your room. You are going to spend so little time there, you just need something clean, with a good bed and a shower. Save your money and go see a Cirque Soleil show, go to a high end buffet. Take a ride on the High Roller. Your memories are going to be made by the things you experience, not by where you slept.
May i ask how much this cost you?
At the time about $23,000
also what was the cost?
Around $23,000
@@DocsDetectingSupply Is that a U.S. price ? about $31,000CDN . How much does it weight.
That bed is way too high for you and your wife at your age.
I had it changed to an electric lift, now we can bring it down to a reasonable height. But you are absolutely right it was too high. OK for me, but too scary for her. But I have to be truthful, I feel like it is safer having it closer to the ground.
What was your ballpark cost?
$23,500
badazzzz!
Doc, how does your tacoma do pulling it? We have ordered a 14 footer from them. And we also have a tacoma. Curious if your doing ok up inclines and what not? Thanks in advance.
Not good. I mean there are really not many steep inclines coming back from Mesa to Las Vegas, but the ones that were there, top speed 45 mph, I had it floored. It's OK on the flat, but there just are not very many truly flat roads. I ended up buying a RAM 1500 Eco-Diesel. Tows like a dream. I still have my Tacoma however.
What is the dry weight and gross weight of your trailer? Really like the choices you put in it. Nice trailer! Thanks for sharing and replying to all the comments.
Where do I find the bed lift package??
That manual lift system was designed by Dune Sport. I do not think it is available commercially. You might call them and see if they sell the system by itself.
There's a guy on UA-cam that shows you how to build one he put one in his trailer it's really helpful
Does the bed seriously have an OSB base. That stuff off-gases terribly. It’s only a little more for real plywood.
I don't remember whether it's OSB or plywood. However, if that is an issue, they will make it out of anything you specify. I'm thinking I would have preferred to have it made out of Oreo Cookies, that way I could just snap off a piece at eat it without getting out of bed.
Seriously, these guys are fantastic. You specify what material you want and that is how they will make it. I can tell you this. I don't think there are many trailers out there that are not made with laminates and anything and everything that is sturdy but lightweight enough to make them easy to tow.
What did that cost?
Around $23,000
How many times can one guy say
“ground up”? 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔
I don't know, did you count. Hey I was a little more than excited to get this rig. Sorry if I annoyed you just think what my wife has to put up with. "Babe, could you fix me breakfast; from the ground up?" "Wow it looks like you cleaned this house from the ground up." ...
Radio ? whats that
Can I ask how much this cost?
$22,000
Has anyone found the bed lift kit used in this trailer?
J/m sure if you call Dunes Sport and tell Casey you saw the video and asked him he would probably point you in the right direction.
hmmm what does somthing like this cost? please answer i'm talking about this unit?
go to their website. they have the base price of these units as well as the cost of each add-on on there.
I have about $22,000 in it. But I sort of tricked it out with everything I could think of. One comment is if I was to build it again I would go with dual axles and have them flip the axle so the trailer actually had more ground clearance. I take this out to the boonies so extra clearance would be a plus.
$22,000 is an excellent price for what you got! Everything is over sized. You could easily live in that, and it would not cost you a fortune to tow around.
Dave Underwood Yes!
Howmuch
RepeAT same intro 3x