I Converted a PICKUP TRUCK into an Off-Grid Home On Wheels | Overland Camper Build Start to Finish
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0:00 - Intro
1:05 - Building the frame
2:56 - Window Frames & Doors
3:22 - Squarespace
8:10 - Mounting the Camper Shell
9:05 - Temporary ceiling
9:39 - Interior, drawers & Kitchen
12:33 - Mattress and bottom floor tour
13:35 - Rooftop Tent Frame
14:30 - Ceiling Panels, solar Panel, Skylight & Roof Vent
18:05 - Tent Fabric
20:30 - Mounting the Tent to the truck
21:45 - Bed Platform
22:06 - Plugs and running electrical
22:50 - Final Reveal
22:39 - Final Thoughts
I Converted a PICKUP TRUCK into an Off-Grid Home On Wheels | Overland Camper Build Start to Finish :
This Truck (2016 F-150) is set up to be completely off grid and fully sustainable all on itsown.
It is fully equipped with a solar power electrical system. There is a 100 Watt flexible monocrystalline Solar Panel mounted directly to the roof of the truck's wedge style rooftop tent. All the rest of the electrical components including the Solar Controller, Pure Sine Wave inverter, and lithium ion battery are conveniently inside of my Anker Powerhouse, which I use for all of my electrical needs while Off Grid. With this electrical system installed, you can watch tv, charge devices, run power tools and appliances, and even play video games for hours without running out of power.
There are AC and USB outlets Located on top of the truck bed drawers as well as in the "loft" bedroom area above the cab of the truck, as well as super bright rechargeable magnetic LED lights with 3 brightness levels.
For cooking and ventilation, this overland truck camper has an adjustable speed roof vent above the living space. The vent is able to move air in or out of the camper and is equipped with a rain sensor and a remote for easy use.
There is a projector screen that can be used on any of the walls of the tent interior, which is connected to a DTV antenna and my PS4 and Nintendo Switch video game console. The projector also has access to Netflix, Hulu and other apps and can be controlled from your smartphone.
The couch can seat 2 people and converts into a guest bed on top of the truck drawers. There is a massive easy to reach storage space under the guest bed area as well as a double slide out kitchen.
I wanted to test my building skills by making the entire structure of the camper instead of just building out the interior as I have done in the past. In this video I take you with me from start to finish and show everything that I built from the electrical setup to the installation of each individual aluminum rod that makes up the frame of this Off-grid truck camper.
I was able to build this entire off grid truck camper with a little bit more than $3,000. Closer to $3,500. If you're interested in building a camper like this yourself, I would budget to spend at least $4,000, but its a good idea to have $5,000 just in case. The truck itself cost me $32,000 and is my daily driver. The camper is easily removable and doesnt take up too much space in my garage.
mobile Tiny house living is all about doing everything you need to do in a house, while being parked anywhere you want, without ever being noticed. Stealth Camping is honestly one of the funnest things you can do while saving a ton of money, and I honestly believe that this is the most planned out and legitimate setup on youtube. - Навчання та стиль
Yo! Theres a lot of helpful links in the description if you're looking for anything in the video or more info about the build. Video contents are below:
▬▬▬▬▬VIDEO CONTENTS▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Intro
1:05 - Building the frame
2:56 - Window Frames & Doors
3:22 - Squarespace
8:10 - Mounting the Camper Shell
9:05 - Temporary ceiling
9:39 - Interior, drawers & Kitchen
12:33 - Mattress and bottom floor tour
13:35 - Rooftop Tent Frame
14:30 - Ceiling Panels, solar Panel, Skylight & Roof Vent
18:05 - Tent Fabric
20:30 - Mounting the Tent to the truck
21:45 - Bed Platform
22:06 - Plugs and running electrical
22:50 - Final Reveal
22:39 - Final Thoughts
How can I contact you if I am interested in working with you to get something built, or buying a build? Thank you for your creative work and great videos!
dude you should've logged this and did an instructables thread on it!
“Is this thing still recording?”
lol - love how real and down to earth you are
been watching since the first build you did on the old van
You are absolutely talented beyond your years!!! 🎈🙌🏾💐💋
Do you take new clients for upgrade 🚐 or minor repairs?
On a sleepless Thursday night, I stumbled across this channel in my UA-cam browsing, and I cannot believe this guy is real. The ideas, the work, the craftsmanship, the ingenuity, the dedication.... truly freaking amazing, and that includes the great video and editing as well. My man you deserve millions of subscribers and all of UA-cam's money! Keep inspiring with your amazing talents!
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Totally! I agree. Except for me, it was a Saturday night. This young man is brilliant with crazy skill!
That part!! There's nothing he can't do! You're right! He deserves all of UA-cam's money!💪💪💪
I couldn’t agree more! Except for me it was a sleepless Saturday night as was the case with the previous commenter. 😉 Such amazing talent and craftsmanship on display!
So 100% with you. This young man is a true blessed blessing...
I’m so impressed! I’m a 50-year old, white lady with a small car, an apartment and no woodworking needs or skills. Oh, and I live in Switzerland. I have no idea how I found this channel, but I’m glad I did. That epoxy over the wood looks so sleek and elegant! It’s binge-watch time!
I’m 1 years late on this built but after binging your channel I don’t have any other words but pure genius, every build is amazing. There’s not enough words to explain your talent bruh.
This is not a vlog….it’s a movie! This gentleman is sooooo amazing and an artist! New subscriber here! Amazing build!
My Guy your work is out of this world as far as price, durability,look and craftsmanship 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💪🏽💯🔥🔥 God has truly blessed you with a gift. 🙌🏽🙏🏽💪🏽❤️ Great beautiful work my guy 👏🏽
I agree he doesn't build for property built for pleasure
Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed this build
Laying it a little thick my boy.
That’s exactly what I was thinking fantastic workmanship this young man is doing - very blessed with God given talents and patience for sure to do such perfectionism
And the creativity and detail is beautiful !!!
Dude, I love how you put just as much into the aesthetic as you do the functionality. Your designs are incredible!!
Anyone ever tell you that you’re one smart Guy…. I plan on making a similar kitchen set up for my jeep so I appreciate you giving me ideas🤙🏾
Such a great build! You gave me a ton of ideas. Your woodworking finish is first-rate. This is easily equivalent to a $30k industry-produced camper shell. Definitely subbing and can’t wait to see what you do next!
Unbelievable Son! You are One of those Men who don't have to depend on anyone else. You have that "Can Do" personality. Always love watch your videos. You give your generation, hope.
"Yo, I'm DualEx." Ha, Ha...like a boss. Been waiting to see the finished product. Came out looking pretty sick.
Thank you! I can't wait until I have the full tour video finished so I can go over all of the little details of the build
This is why wood-shop in HS and trades school is so important. I love your innovation and creativity, DuelEx. Keep up the great work!!
Will do thank you! Also I didn’t have wood shop or go to trade school. I’m just self taught
If anyone can do it Sharif you can because You are DualEx, the man who can build/make anything to perfection!!!
No matter the obstacles or challenges, a Marine will find a way. Excellent video, enjoyed every minute of it.
Lol, when you are great at everything else, learning sewing doesn’t seem that hard. Love the precision and speed, amazing to see the work!
I'm honestly in awe of how you truly utilize the gift of Craftmanship that God blessed you with. These ideas could really help families who are in a financial situation for housing. Just an idea. Your video editing is also spot on. Proud of you brother. Keep up the good work. God Bless. Semper Fi.
Housing is ALWAYS a much needed solution, eventually I hope you can lead a hand in some projects in the future...😉
We need people with your skill set💪
This is definitely one of the best truck camper builds I've seen. Craftsmanship is next level! You gained a sub here, buddy.👊💥
This guy is a genius at what he does! Has a million different skills and ideas 💪🏽
Officially adding this to my never ending list of things I want to make now. So dope. 🙌🏼
I would love to see you build something like this!
Just incredible! Your imagination and skills are impressive. Hope these tool manufacturers and big box stores are paying attention. They need to sponsor you! Great job!
I can’t even comprehend how many skills this man has mastered. Carpentry, metalwork, sewing, building, he’s so talented and so humble. The creativity, skill, innovation, and efficiency behind all his builds are just mind blowing! “I have no idea how to sew..” proceeds to sew a perfect pop up tent. Keep up the amazing work, can’t wait to see what you’ll dream up next.
And he hits the gym, makes me feel like some sorta sawed off human
Thank you so much! I don't feel I'm a master of any of these things I just try my hardest and like inspiring others who may not have tried anything like this before. Thanks for watching all of these videos so far!
@@Dualex_Builds You are truly an inspiration! I have learned so much through your videos and find myself encouraged to tackle small construction projects myself. Thank you for sharing and inspiring viewers like me.
WOW!!!!! DualEx!!!!! Dam!!!! Great Work!!!!! Love it!!!!
I'm glad you enjoyed this video! Thanks so much for watching
Don't ever forget your quality and finish skills. I love your videos and the fact that you are a hard worker.
Your talent is a gift from God; your tenacity and “can do attitude” is phenomenal! You are really something else!!! Blessings!
I will forever love and appreciate the attitude of 'I guess I'm going to go learn to sew'. Open to new things, ready to learn, that's the way to go!
Watched this from start to finish, and I am very impressed with what you accomplished on this project. BTW, I've noticed that some commercial pop-up truck campers use a strap around the tent fabric to pull it out of the way when closing the shell. I bet you could use a length of thin bungie rope to do the same thing. Anyway, this is one of my favorite channels, so please keep the content coming.
Thank you for the tip! Right now it closes up pretty easily from the inside, but I may consider doing some adjustments to it later on. Thanks so much for watching the videos!
Someone on UA-cam with actual skills and talent 👏🏻👏🏽👏👏🏾👏🏿🙇🏻♀️🙇♀️🙇🏼♀️🙇🏽♀️🙇🏾♀️
Big DualEx I see you brother.. you’re killing these builds man 🙌🏾 HGTV better stop playing and cut the check.
Well I did get to go onto one tv show so far at Gutted. That will be coming out soon on the Jump. There were some people from HGTV there so who knows man I might end up with them soon. Thanks so much for watching and I'm glad you like this build
@@Dualex_Builds I believe Gutted is just the beginning my friend. .. I wish I had someone like you around me. The talent is thru the roof.
Do the box truck dude! I'm considering living in one and your ideas are spot on for things.
Not to put down your awesome work, but if you raise the side windows on a rainy day, the water will pool at the hinge instead of running off. Probably would be easy to put screens in them, too. Rain and bugs, real camping problems.
Love the effort you put into your builds!
It's actually been raining non stop since I've finished building the camper and so far there arent too many water issues. The only thing thats a bit annoying so far is the flap at the bottom of the tent that holds down the zipper window. It collects a bit of water when its raining super hard. Probably just going to modify that in the future but other than that not too many rain issues. Thanks for the tips and thanks so much for watching!
I never had any doubt you could measure, cut, sew the canvas portion 👍✨
Shalom my brother you are a master builder, you were a builder in the spirit world you do this with such ease ALL PRAISE TO OUR CREATOR.
I wish I had a daughter because you would be the BEST son in law! You are fearless and brilliant. You give me strength during my impossible van build. And yes! I bought my Bluetti.
DualEx IS probably an IKEA Furniture LEGEND.
You are too young to be the GOAT of these build outs, but here you are... The GOAT!!
He isnt painting the wood, he burns it . #godlike 😎
You are literally the reason they made tools. Crazy skills. Blessed hands. Niceeeeeee. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🙌🙏❤️
Oh my, after watching just 2 of your videos I have come to the conclusion that if you had helped God in his creations it would have only taken, hmmm 3 days🤔 blown away with your abilities 👍😯😉😍
Blessings, grandma here.
BTW I need the name of a neurosurgeon cause every neural pathway in my brain has short circuited while watching your amazing abilities 😱
I'm literally watching most of your video on my annual leave here in New Zealand 💚❤️ 💜 loving it
Have a blessed week ahead happy Monday night.....
Now that you know how to make the canvas sides, you should make one that clips onto the back hatch of the camper!
We will want more reviews on how it all works for you. Awesome as usual.
All of that stuff will be coming to my second channel soon so keep an eye out for those on the Dualex Adventure channel
When you are in AWE of your OWN work, that's when you KNOW the gift is real. You just went Super Saiyan Bro!! This is BEAUTIFUL!! I will check out the instruction videos to see if I can do my F150 myself, and if not I'll gladly pay YOU to do this on my truck!
🤔🤔🤔 “I have absolutely no idea how to sew so I’m going to learn how to sew something”…
brother that’s a awesome attitude and keeping that frame of mind will serve you well in your life. I wish you well with your projects, your channel and you’re life’s endeavors.
I like to keep a positive attitude. Thanks so much
love your work
Thanks for watching my videos for all of this time. I'm glad you liked this build
Your craftsmanship is awesome. Keep learning and doing.
Young man I watched another video of yours that came up when I was checking out my utube,you are blessed and I am so amazed watching your talents,so many positive things young people should be doing,keep up the great work,will watch your other videos,genius ❤️🙏
The patience and cool demeanor is great. I built out a camper shell, first build ever, and I was tossing tools around regularly lmao
You are not just a builder but also a CRAFTMAN
Every video ends with I'm going to finish everything someday. At least from what I've seen so far. Hopefully actually finish something in my life time. Best to you and yours.
Amazing work. I love that you sat down for a bit to admire what you accomplished, because it's truly remarkable. I'm looking at upgrading our Amish shed to make it semi-habitable while we work on a property we closed on in April. I've only gotten so far as to board up some holes (found out mice love the "shabin" as I'm calling it), and set up a casette toilet and sink with a battery operated pump. Keep up the good work. It's definitely inspiring.
I usually dont stop to look at what I've done but this time it just seemed necessary. Good luck on the Amish shed and thanks so much for watching! I'm glad you liked this build
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!! (Understatement) SIMPLY SUPERB!! Your channel is a SCHOOL in Mobile Home Building. Thank you for sharing....Merci Beaucoup. *Vandie Van Wings 🚐* 🕊🙏🏽❤😎
You are a god amongst men. That was the most impressive thing I’ve ever seen in my life. I hope you get a shit ton of money and subscribers from this video. You got me for sure.
You continue to impress.
Thanks for watching my channel for all of this time. I'm just trying to improve as I go. I'm glad you liked this build
Can we give this man a million subscribers already. Like bruhh hands down built, not bought!!
You are truly gifted at all your crafts. Thanks for letting us watch your extraordinary work.
Man, you definitely have the courage and willingness to develop the skills to bring your imagination into a useful and living reality, and thanks for sharing your journey with us.
KUDOS TO YOU! THE CONCEPT OF THE 'BOBBER' ON A SEWING MACHINE TOTALLY ALLUDES ME!
Brother, you have true talent. Your videos and builds keep getting better and better. Stay Blessed.
This build video was filled with Perfect Moments for Jason Mamoa to say; “MY MAN!”
Excellent build Bro.! Keep up the fantastic work!
You have no idea how much satisfying was your video to watch, great work
Oh my goodness! This is exactly what I need for my truck. I'm heading out over the road as a solo older woman. This would be my dream camper because I do love the outdoor cooking availability. Also this way I could park wherever I want and have my home with me. Maybe someday down the road if I'm still living the journey I can have this done to my truck. Blessings for your continued ideas. From Lucky Warrior aka Bonnie S.
Wow. Decorative woodworking and epoxy along with welding! You have some nice skills there!
Thank you!
Wow! You just get better and better. 👏🤩
I love that you just went for it with the sewing. Best way to learn is to just go for it 👏
What a great build! Love the fact that u had no clue how to sew, yet u went with it. Great job!!
Bro just an incredible build. It deserves to be patented. It blows my mind away. Keep up the incredible job dude!
awesome man
There isn't anything you cannot do! Amazing work.
I’m glad I found your Chanel I been looking for more black outdoorsman/craftsman. That reforestation matters✊🏽Your work is hard bro from the music to the edits to the work itself keep mashing big dawg!!!
Awesome to see this development along with your clothing style!!! You can market your production and your clothing as well!!!
Your adorable and very creative. Your mom must be so proud of you! I liked your video!
Omg!! You are so amazing !! I am totally in shock. Your builds are so great! Keep up the great work. I’m so lost for words . And thank you for sharing your the best I have seen thus far. ❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊👍🏽
The thought and quality of the build. The video and editing. Awe and respect on your talent and hard work all the way
okay hear me out, this build is absolutely awesome. BUT, the editing of this video is kinda blowing my mind. this man is nothing but talent.
What man, what a man, what a mighty good man... yes he is!
Great job! Wow. You are extremely talented. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
The things you can do with wood are phenomenal!!!
You are my favorite channel... I avoid you big time though so that you're there when I need enjoyment and Ideas. I needed this right now... Like literally I hope I can figure out the specs so I can get this done asap
Peace n blessing unto u dualex! May the Lord continually extend grace n mercy upon u with life,health,strength n wealth to measure.
Awesome job as always, my friend. Your engineering skills and imagination are second to none. Sorry for your loss. I'm sure your dad is proud of the man that you have become. Keep up the great work. The workmanship and love that you put into your builds are testimony to your artistry. Keep your head up. God is in control. The best is yet to come for you. Your future is limitless. 😎👍🏾🙏💜
God has gifted you what a beautiful talent keep doing you and there are big things to come love watching your videos
The best build I’ve seen! I built out an old van into a camper a few years ago but recently bought a truck and wanted to do something like this but had no idea where to start because of the metal work. Awesome job and I am excited to watch your other videos on it
The man didn’t hold this brother down! See , he went out and did it!
I appreciate you so very much for who you are DualEx. Thanks for the build therapu.
I appreciate that thank you!
Awesome work! A true joy watching a person that takes pride in their work.
At 22:07 - keep an eye on that fuse/distributor box; I used the same one an a few of my builds and have found that sometimes there are defects in the electrical contacts that can generate tons of heat, melting the fuse and the parts of the block, but never actually burning out the fuse.
You take my breath away
First class craftsmanship
I think the Black raptor may cause more heat in the tent when camping...This is why so many campers have white roofs... still Awesome job! I was impressed with the aluminum solder stuff! You made that look easy!
This guy uses his units of measurement very well…..You got sick skills….fiyahhhh….😊❤Dude you got experience with a sewing machine….You have to thread the bobbin with the spool…..and keep both going while you sew…..😮
You couldn’t have learned to work a sewing machine in 2 minutes😮could you?
Dude that stupid dope😊❤
So awesome, great craftsmanship!!!
Thank you!
Dude your editing skills have gotten so amazing! Get ittt
Thank you! I've been working on a bunch of new filming and editing techniques recently. I'm glad that you're noticing
I'm just gonna say BLESSESD AND HIGHLY FAVORED you're amazingly talented been watching you for awhile now I'm just saying I want one ☮💜💜💜💜
This would be sick on the Ford F150 lightning
A True Master Craftsman!!!👊🏾👍🏾💪🏾
You are incredible! Most talented dryer I've ever seen.
This guy inspires me to build vans
Try it out!
Ive been seeing as long as I can remember but Ive always hated doing zippers. For you to just do it simply amazes me. Keep up your amazing videos. Also Aluminum welding SHIT just friggin amazing. 🎉😮😊❤
bro is the greatest to have ever did it i swear to god he’s a goat
Damn someone disliked this? Must be the hard work part😂😂😂
Most likely lol
That is so totally awesome. You did a super great job.
Thank you! Thanks for watching!
Your brain and abilities are a wonder. Good gracious! Dude, you're amazing!!!!