You might consider 3/4" slats instead of plywood for the top bunk. The extra thickness compared to 1/2" plywood makes a big difference, and slats will let the matress breathe and not trap moisture. It's the top and bottom surface of the board that carry the load, and the further apart they are the better. The hollow door works because of how much space is between the veneer on each side. Great video! Can't wait to see more of your camper project! I lived in an RV full time for 6 years and did lots of DIY projects. It's fun to see the transformation over time.
@@DoinitwithaDozen Reed and I just mailed off a Christmas package for your family. Tracking says it should arrive at your UPS store mailbox by Friday, Dec. 13th. Merry Christmas! - Liz & Reed, South Texas
You don’t need new to keeping dry or to being warm and sleeping more comfortably than on the ground. Love your videos. You are such good parents. Thank you for being you!❤❤❤
Great Project and you guys are doing a terrific job! Will be such a cool traveling trailer for new family adventures! So Exciting for your family! God bless you guys!
We recently painted the interior of our 5th wheeler, made a big difference. The kitchen sink will be heavy, so if you change it to a stainless steel one, you will save more weight.
Make sure the brakes are good as well as wheel bearings inspected and greased. Also, make sure the trailer tires are not more than 3 years old to prevent a blowout when y’all drive to Texas.
we bought an electric awning kit on Amazon- comes complete with arms! if you can do electrical work, you can install! we tore ours off on our maiden voyage! be careful where you park it! lol
Just finished watching this video and I really enjoyed it. I’m very impressed you didn’t go into debt to get this. Regarding the paint on your hands, wear disposable gloves like they use in hospitals. That will keep the paint off your hands and make cleanup a lot easier!
I love how creative you are and so talented! I don’t know how you find the time. The boys will absolutely love the camper. How soon do you plan to come back to Texas? You are such a busy family, especially with the holidays right around the corner.
This reminds me of the Hometown episode where Ben & Erin Napier on HGTV totally remodeled an outdated camper. Good luck to you! I’m sure your kiddos will have a blast camping!
You know how interesting their family life is and you saw their food bills. Let’s get their subs up 100k in 2025. Fully play every episode . Comment every episode about something and share episodes with someone. Most of us can’t imagine. Lunch last episode was a stack of grilled cheese 18 inches high.
The camper will be great when you do what you’re doing. My Hubby and I are doing a very small caravan so we can go away together, we’re in our 60s in Australia. Look forward to seeing it when you’re done. ❤️❤️🙏🙏
To remove window valance. You have to go from the bottom and remove shade so you can get at valance screws. Be very careful about your weight hauling. For safety take two vans. You add up the weight of 14 people and fuel and extras you will probably be over weight
There's an RV mattress company that has sponsored a lot of "Minimal Mom" videos. Maybe they would sponsor your video and give you some mattresses. Also, consider some kind of cover for the stove and/or sink to make more counter space when the stove/sink is not in use. Single bowl sink might be better too.
Instead of tvs...I would put in storage for the kitchen. If it were me, I would also take the microwave out and help to open that area up. We had a similar camper and I always thought it was such a tight space above the stove/cooktop.
Don’t mean this in a negative way, I am and excited about your endeavor and love being able to travel with you, but please be aware leaks can be disastrous in a RV. We had a Wildwood years ago and didn’t keep it long due to leaking from the beginning, and we bought it new. Just a heads up, mold can set in quickly.
As for the yellowed plastic, it may work to use acne gel medicine. Maybe research it, but I found out about using it on plastic doll’s skin and it worked to bleach out marks.
Try clorox cleanup spray with a magic eraser. It will whiten those vents right up. If u need a boost... add a spray of oxy cleaner. It will foam up but will be white!
You could reach out to helix as a creator they might give you a sponsorship for a mattress. And another thought lol sorry i bought a dyi rv and it taught me a lot. I caulked the bath basin/ shower Apparently that’s a no no because it traps moisture.
❤It Will Be Nice As You Accomplish What's Needed for Your 1st Trip to TX. Looking forward to going Along. I'm sure YOU KNOW Please open All windows & door when using KILZ and DON'T HAVE BABY OR OTHER CHILDREN IN WHILE putting it on.. EVEN IF IT SAYS LOW ODOR! Messes with BREATHING BIG TIME.. 😢 That Stuff covers but can cause problems! Air Out As Much as Possible! Sorry don't take this offensively but just concerned for Health. ❤😊GOD BLESS TAKE CARE AND SEE U ALL SOON!😊
Why do you repeat some of your things ? When you make videos … love your family. … please take care of all your children’s emotional needs too , that’s a lot with so many children
Those children seem to be doing just fine. With the parents being true Christians they can feel the holy spirit in and around their family. They are complete. How sad it would be if each were still single parents. The childrens emotional well being is a given in this complete Christian home I believe!
Also check what the hitch weight is for safe towing. Get a sway control system too.
You might consider 3/4" slats instead of plywood for the top bunk. The extra thickness compared to 1/2" plywood makes a big difference, and slats will let the matress breathe and not trap moisture. It's the top and bottom surface of the board that carry the load, and the further apart they are the better. The hollow door works because of how much space is between the veneer on each side.
Great video! Can't wait to see more of your camper project! I lived in an RV full time for 6 years and did lots of DIY projects. It's fun to see the transformation over time.
Awesome! Thanks for the tips!
@@DoinitwithaDozen Reed and I just mailed off a Christmas package for your family. Tracking says it should arrive at your UPS store mailbox by Friday, Dec. 13th. Merry Christmas! - Liz & Reed, South Texas
You don’t need new to keeping dry or to being warm and sleeping more comfortably than on the ground. Love your videos. You are such good parents. Thank you for being you!❤❤❤
Go to a upholstery shop to get memory foam that you can cut with an electric knife!! Get 5inch for better sleep
Hi Guys
It will look fantastic. It will be
Super family time together . Can't wait to go with you on your journeys. Every blessing .love Patsy UK
Great Project and you guys are doing a terrific job! Will be such a cool traveling trailer for new family adventures! So Exciting for your family! God bless you guys!
Merry Christmas to the whole family ❤❤🎉
Praying all is well and Yall are having a Wonderful time together!
Check and repack wheel bearings very important
The black on the cabinets looks sharp.
Would love to see Tamara behind the camera more or documenting her days.
I love the black. I can't wait to see the finished results. I just love your sweet family. Be blessed.
Maybe try a magic eraser for the thermostat and those other ceiling fixtures..
Love diy! I’m glad you’re doing it on a budget instead of buying all new. You’re already making memories!
I like the back splash with black cabinets in the kitchen area!
Congratulations can't wait until you are finished. Best of luck, I'm with you on getting new tires
Wow, another video!! That RV will look great once you are done. Thanks for sharing.
We recently painted the interior of our 5th wheeler, made a big difference. The kitchen sink will be heavy, so if you change it to a stainless steel one, you will save more weight.
Check around with shops who refinish couches, etc. you may be able to buy slabs of foam cut to your sizes.
Camper will be nice, glad you are doing more videos.😊❤
We have a wildwood and love it. Had it over 3 years. Can’t wait to see all the fun travels.
Going to be great when done! Great way to make great memories!!!
Make sure the brakes are good as well as wheel bearings inspected and greased. Also, make sure the trailer tires are not more than 3 years old to prevent a blowout when y’all drive to Texas.
You guys are making it happen.
Cut to size thick foam. Have used foam for years very comfortable. Not just thickness but compression for comfort
Good idea! And you can cut foam with an electric kitchen knife.
LOL
Can’t wait for the first trip out with that camper. I’m sure it will be nice once you do all your DIY. 😊
❤ it! Excited to see you guys on the road in the RV!
The rv looks like it's gonna be great when you're all done. What great memories to be made with your big family. You are all truly blessed. ❤
we bought an electric awning kit on Amazon- comes complete with arms! if you can do electrical work, you can install! we tore ours off on our maiden voyage! be careful where you park it! lol
So fun!!
Love your channel❤
Just finished watching this video and I really enjoyed it. I’m very impressed you didn’t go into debt to get this. Regarding the paint on your hands, wear disposable gloves like they use in hospitals. That will keep the paint off your hands and make cleanup a lot easier!
The screws for those window boxes is up on the inside of the box. We just got through taking them down in our RV.
I love how creative you are and so talented! I don’t know how you find the time. The boys will absolutely love the camper. How soon do you plan to come back to Texas? You are such a busy family, especially with the holidays right around the corner.
This reminds me of the Hometown episode where Ben & Erin Napier on HGTV totally remodeled an outdated camper. Good luck to you! I’m sure your kiddos will have a blast camping!
You know how interesting their family life is and you saw their food bills. Let’s get their subs up 100k in 2025. Fully play every episode . Comment every episode about something and share episodes with someone. Most of us can’t imagine. Lunch last episode was a stack of grilled cheese 18 inches high.
The camper will be great when you do what you’re doing. My Hubby and I are doing a very small caravan so we can go away together, we’re in our 60s in Australia. Look forward to seeing it when you’re done. ❤️❤️🙏🙏
To remove window valance. You have to go from the bottom and remove shade so you can get at valance screws. Be very careful about your weight hauling. For safety take two vans. You add up the weight of 14 people and fuel and extras you will probably be over weight
There's an RV mattress company that has sponsored a lot of "Minimal Mom" videos. Maybe they would sponsor your video and give you some mattresses.
Also, consider some kind of cover for the stove and/or sink to make more counter space when the stove/sink is not in use. Single bowl sink might be better too.
Instead of tvs...I would put in storage for the kitchen. If it were me, I would also take the microwave out and help to open that area up. We had a similar camper and I always thought it was such a tight space above the stove/cooktop.
Great ideas! I’m going to think that through with Tamara later. Appreciate it!
Don’t mean this in a negative way, I am and excited about your endeavor and love being able to travel with you, but please be aware leaks can be disastrous in a RV. We had a Wildwood years ago and didn’t keep it long due to leaking from the beginning, and we bought it new. Just a heads up, mold can set in quickly.
Will be great xxxx
Awesome 😎
Like me, a 3 in one painter. 1/3 on wall, 1/3 on floor and 1/3 on me.
Great job guys !! Can't wait to see your home away from home all done !!
Just MHO - dark colors make space appear smaller, while lighter colors make space appear larger, brighter and more open.
Love the camper! It’s coming along!
You could always put a tent up and have the older kids sleep in it.
❤ it! Excited to see your travels!!
❤ it!!
We bought a 2015 camper a few weeks ago. I got on temu and there are replacement awning for a great price. Lots of other parts for rvs.
Thanks for sharing
Lots of work but it will be Grand!
Try Mr erase on the yellowed covers and thermostat! Worth a try
It is awesome!
Amazon has mattresses for RV’s my hubby got some for their deer lease beds. And HVAC company can clean the ductwork.
Need to seal the roof for water leaks
Amazon has mattresses for RV’s my hubby got some for their deer lease beds.
Ikea is probably a good place to get twin mattresses
As for the yellowed plastic, it may work to use acne gel medicine. Maybe research it, but I found out about using it on plastic doll’s skin and it worked to bleach out marks.
Try clorox cleanup spray with a magic eraser. It will whiten those vents right up. If u need a boost... add a spray of oxy cleaner. It will foam up but will be white!
Nice rv
Walmart has bed toppers, which would work until you could get better.
There are good spray paints (like Rust-Oleum)that work with plastic and just about everything that you can paint your covers and handles with...
Agree with you, Rust-Oleum worked great on plastic that was soot stained from a fire
Amazon sells camper mattresses
They make a spray paint for plastic
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You could reach out to helix as a creator they might give you a sponsorship for a mattress. And another thought lol sorry i bought a dyi rv and it taught me a lot. I caulked the bath basin/ shower Apparently that’s a no no because it traps moisture.
No need to change the molding on the slide out just paint it black
Rv Mattress has sizes to fit. They are also Brooklyn mattress for homes. (Same company). Contact them. They sponsor several you tubers that I watch.
Thanks for the tip!
Brooklinen
Amazon for the 3in foam mattress.
For solar we bought a blueti 5000 unit
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Try using it before you replace lots of things. Painting will make it your own. Enjoy
❤It Will Be Nice As You Accomplish What's Needed for Your 1st Trip to TX. Looking forward to going Along. I'm sure YOU KNOW Please open All windows & door when using KILZ and DON'T HAVE BABY OR OTHER CHILDREN IN WHILE putting it on.. EVEN IF IT SAYS LOW ODOR! Messes with BREATHING BIG TIME.. 😢 That Stuff covers but can cause problems! Air Out As Much as Possible! Sorry don't take this offensively but just concerned for Health. ❤😊GOD BLESS TAKE CARE AND SEE U ALL SOON!😊
yellow stains looks like cigarette stains try fantastic spray
CO meter needs to be high not low.
You might go 5/8 plywood on bed but 1/2 will be too thin.
Why do you repeat some of your things ? When you make videos … love your family. … please take care of all your children’s emotional needs too , that’s a lot with so many children
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Those children seem to be doing just fine. With the parents being true Christians they can feel the holy spirit in and around their family. They are complete. How sad it would be if each were still single parents. The childrens emotional well being is a given in this complete Christian home I believe!
@ 💯 agree 😇✨
On a camper we had, the main bed lifted up for great storage under the mattress. Does yours? 🫰🫰