Love the build so far. It's great to see a budget build that still has a lot of care taken for finish/detail work. Really love the panel boards. I think the whole thing could have a cool retro vibe with the older RV doors and that paneling. Subbed for future updates.
Not really. My goal was to have it be shorter than the tow vehicle for aerodynamics. And also I only had to use one sheet of 4’ wide ply to get the height. It would be cool if it was taller inside, but it would also be cool if it was wider, and longer, etc… haha
Nice work. I like your side profile and re-purposing the wood for the inside is commendable. Looks like you're plenty busy, an RV to sleep in and an RV to fly.
Curious what is the weight of your camper? I am just starting a build which I will pull with a Toyota Prius so need it built solid yet as lightweight as possible. I'm following the idea of the Prolite RV Suite which weights in at 590lbs dry weight. Thanks for your video's!
I think it should be finished under $2k, but I will probably do a video going over the costs of the build later on. I've done videos for all parts of the build. Check them out in this playlist... ua-cam.com/video/EJ6oWQqEdW0/v-deo.html
@@samiam9359 Oh they are used RV windows from an RV junkyard, they are just an older style than the ones the with radiused corners that you usually see.
I've watched a lot of videos similar to this one, and never seen anyone water proofing the wood, or treating the steel screws with some corrosion resistant treatment. For the use these DIY trailers will get, waterproofing should be a consideration. Best wishes.
@@MotherlodeMotors I speak because I own and lived in my sailboat for some years. I'm sure marine grade wood is expensive, but at least wood should be treated with Thompson water proof, (canned, not the spray) or similar. Stainless steel hardware is out the question for your project, however, dipping the screws ( the ones in the video are fine) in some waterproof solution before driving them. Countersinking is a great idea. Making the hole a bit deeper, then pressing, not glue, a dowel pin on top of the screw head, then waterproofing the area, should keep moisture out, and reducing rot. If I was building one, I would hate to go back every two years or so to fix rot. I'd rather enjoy the trailer for many years, and in not so great weather. Great project indeed.
I think building these trailers like a boat is the way to go. Water seems to be the Achilles heel to most of them. To me the hatch hinge seems like the hardest part, you can make the length of the hinge fairly waterproof but the ends are difficult.
The salvaged wood from the box truck, is Red Oak. Oak is the most popular wood used in construction of box trucks.
Looks like white oak to me...
Wood from the book truck is good old Red Oak and White Oak
This is an excellent of building the roof for our cheap camper trailer and we love it!❤❤❤
It's oak. Red oak
It’s red oak. Very nice but heavy
Awesome thank you! That makes sense, it definitely feels like oak.
I agree with red oak as others have mentioned. Great series, I'm working my way through them. It's looking good, Nice lines.
Appreciate the comment! I think it’s red oak too!
Love the build so far. It's great to see a budget build that still has a lot of care taken for finish/detail work. Really love the panel boards. I think the whole thing could have a cool retro vibe with the older RV doors and that paneling. Subbed for future updates.
Thanks, I appreciate the comment!
I'm not sure if I missed it but what size plywood did you use for the roof? Thanks!
It was 4’ wide but because I did the siding outside of the 4’ I was forced to add the trim strip on the edge to meet the wall.
@@MotherlodeMotors Sorry I should've specified. I was asking about the thickness. 😁
@@njrx7t2 1/2" ply on the whole thing.
Excellent craftsmanship. Did you consider making it taller on the inside when you were designing it?
Not really. My goal was to have it be shorter than the tow vehicle for aerodynamics. And also I only had to use one sheet of 4’ wide ply to get the height.
It would be cool if it was taller inside, but it would also be cool if it was wider, and longer, etc… haha
❤❤❤❤ looking very nice 👍👍👍👍👍👍
holes in the roof ruins it's longevity.
I like the aerodynamics on trailer
Nice work. I like your side profile and re-purposing the wood for the inside is commendable. Looks like you're plenty busy, an RV to sleep in and an RV to fly.
The flying version is my dads, thanks for the compliments!
Curious what is the weight of your camper? I am just starting a build which I will pull with a Toyota Prius so need it built solid yet as lightweight as possible. I'm following the idea of the Prolite RV Suite which weights in at 590lbs dry weight. Thanks for your video's!
I do want to weigh it, when I do I’ll be sure to put it in a video.
Can you use a frame for the relax
Great build can't wait to see the rest of it 👍
Hii wat size? In Meter?
Most van bodies use Apitong wood for the slats
Thanks, that looks a lot like what I have.
Can you tell us how you began project from start,and ball park estimate.Good looking so far,I missed start of project.
I think it should be finished under $2k, but I will probably do a video going over the costs of the build later on. I've done videos for all parts of the build. Check them out in this playlist...
ua-cam.com/video/EJ6oWQqEdW0/v-deo.html
Thanks will keep on watching
So what is the roof covered with?
same thing
@@MotherlodeMotors I guess I've missed that part-
@@1WMHILL sorry, check my other videos, it's poor mans fiberglass
Nice work!
Nice build
What size is it? Looks good.
4x8 harbor freight trailer
New video please
Working on it now.
when value? small tour slept?
🇮🇩 Indonesia
Nice build? Are these regular windows or R’s windows?
I'm not sure what an R window is?
@@MotherlodeMotors oops. I meant RV windows
@@samiam9359 Oh they are used RV windows from an RV junkyard, they are just an older style than the ones the with radiused corners that you usually see.
@@MotherlodeMotors ahh. Ok ty
Oak.
Well done video.tx
I've watched a lot of videos similar to this one, and never seen anyone water proofing the wood, or treating the steel screws with some corrosion resistant treatment. For the use these DIY trailers will get, waterproofing should be a consideration. Best wishes.
What do you suggest?
@@MotherlodeMotors I speak because I own and lived in my sailboat for some years. I'm sure marine grade wood is expensive, but at least wood should be treated with Thompson water proof, (canned, not the spray) or similar. Stainless steel hardware is out the question for your project, however, dipping the screws ( the ones in the video are fine) in some waterproof solution before driving them. Countersinking is a great idea. Making the hole a bit deeper, then pressing, not glue, a dowel pin on top of the screw head, then waterproofing the area, should keep moisture out, and reducing rot. If I was building one, I would hate to go back every two years or so to fix rot. I'd rather enjoy the trailer for many years, and in not so great weather. Great project indeed.
I think building these trailers like a boat is the way to go. Water seems to be the Achilles heel to most of them. To me the hatch hinge seems like the hardest part, you can make the length of the hinge fairly waterproof but the ends are difficult.
What is the approx weight of the whole?
I’m not sure yet! When I find out I will put it in a video.