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Just a camper shell (with doors/windows) using Total Composite panels is around $18000. I like the Capri Retreat camper which weighs approximately 1350 LBS for a minimum setup I would want (to over 1500 LBS) and would be around $22000 the way I spec'd it (but I'm looking to build one). So, if it does what you want or need and you enjoyed the process then it is worth it. The jacks are needed unless you have 6 people who can load it for you!

Very cool build. Someday, i might build one for my 8ft f250 bed.

Very cool and spacious

Where did you get all the metric plywood?

Heighth isn't a word. Just trying to help. ❤

Can you please tell me where you got your microphone for your videos? Thank you. Appreciate all the great info!!

You were way ahead of your time. With the development of high speed mini computers like the MeLE Mini PC Quieter 4C you can run all of the applications like trackers, image processing and stackers and then remote in via the wireless internet to control it from you main desktop. Nice a warm inside. Thanks

Time & Labor ? Self-satisfaction & Pride is Priceless ! It's got your name on it !

Since this is two years old. How long did it last.?

You can absolutely buy a used camper cheaper. BUT not 400 lbs. In the long run - however - I don't think you'll be able to sell this for what you have in it. If you can live with the extra 1000 lbs I think a used camper is the best solution.

Camper paint looks great! Have you heard if the Totalboat paint is around the same durability & uv protective as the Durabak 18 marine grade? Or is Totalboat a better product? Seen other videos of camper builds using Durabak. Just trying to find the best product & insight/perspective from you. Thanks!

How much was your door?

Helped a bunch, right up until the background music over shadowed your voice. My hearing isn't the best and I couldn't understand half of what you were saying. Music basically ruined it for me.

Would have made upper longer so bed could go up there

I think you need to factor labor and build quality in for a true cost comparison against whats on the market. Your build would be considered top end custom in relation to a production unit. My compliments for a job well done. I have owned a light weight popup basic 2006 Bronco camper with three way refriguration, two burner stove, propane heat, 15 gallons cold running water (no wasre tanks) and lights. The unit had spent some time stored without cover and the oriented strand board sheeting took a beating. Yeah the unit was marketed as fiberglass but i didnt think you could call it that when it was so thin and the panel edges where not sealed so the rot spread from there. My big worry was the lift mechinism would fail or tear out which would make it unusable. I got what i paid for it and we did use the heck out of it but were never the less relieved when it left on another's truck.

Was wondering how thick the roof is ? Thanks

Saw a guy on RUclips build camper out of foam ,then sprayed it with stuff they make yeti coolers with-we all know how tuff a yeti coolers are-ive seen a few fall out of the back of a pickup-no damage

Do you still have the G11? I’m considering the GM811. I’m also considering the iOptron GEM45/CEM40. I understand the G11 is a heavier mount and has greater capacity than the GM811. Which mount has more consistent guiding, the G11 or GEM45? Any experience with customer support with both companies? Thank you.

Are you still active on the channel? Hope all is well.

I made a simple trial

No mames, no filming every part was done intentionally so no one would copy him. Not impressed see ya

Still using the GEM45. What has your ownership experience in the last three years?

Is the DX 130 a better option then the more expensive DX 5?

So far I’ve been using ArcSite to design my stuff, but it’s not good for the 3D aspect that you have here. I really want the 3D design

Honestly, the privilege of having a dog that misses you and wants to be with is such a blessing. That’s motivation enough to build your own place for you and her

I have that stove, and I’ve used it a lot. I can confirm that it actually works super well

The sigh before the first roll, really shows the work you’ve put in

I love how you include all your mistakes and things you could or should’ve done better. It’s very refreshing to see a video with a regular guy doing this, and not feel like everything has been done perfectly like many professional RUclipsrs edit theirs to be

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Wow, exterior finish looks great!

We live about halfway between Savannah and Augusta on the east side of the Georgia. I’m enjoying your project and thinking about doing something similar using my 6 x 12 utility trailer. My grandson and I love to go camping together and recently camped near Amicola Falls in a mini-van. It was doable but tight quarters. What part of Georgia are you in? How do you think this system would work with the outside skin being metal instead of fiberglass? I don’t think I would do well with the fiberglass.

In retrospect...do you think the design NEEDS the 1/4" luan skin on the exterior? Or would you now just do fiberglass cloth and epoxy on the entire exterior walls sans the luan plywood skin? I LOVE your design and craftsmanship. I want to do this. I am pouring over your videos and loving the conceptulization. I'm lucky in that I have a truck with an 8' pickup bed so mine can be a bunch longer. This is a cool concept...light and strong and well insulated. I live in the South so I need to keep the heat out more than I need to keep the heat in! Smile.

Cool eyes

How many sheets of foam did you use?

Just curious why you notched the Plywood on side walls looks like you did not on the bottom of the wings. Did you find this out and did not do this in other areas? seems like it would be less work not notching the ply.

Sorry if I missed the explanation in a prior video. What is the purpose of the 1x4 along the bottom of the bulkhead?

What was the total cost of you camper?

Excellent! I’ve been thinking about doing this too.

Hola , Saludos desde México. Gracias por enseñarme tecnología diferente.

What do you use for the Foam Glue?

Love it ✨💖✨🎉

This is free content so we can’t complain too much but I’ve noticed that a lot of older RUclipsrs that build will do all the work off camera then come and report to us on camera. I feel like you guys are missing the point of making a video in documenting a project. It’s SO much more beneficial if the viewer can see you performing the work. Doesn’t even need to be start to finish. 😅

Hate to break it to you but they’re building garages even smaller now 😅

when i try to look at the moon in the app it says its in another location and the map is mixed the map isnt right why and how can i fix

Watching your jig notching expertise, why not dovetail these joints?

The fiberglass is called either chopped strand mat. Or continues strand mat. The vast majority are not compatible with epoxy. There are some different types of sizing used. Check what kind before you use it with epoxy.

Update: On my first attempt to stack, I had noticeable overlaps at the bottom of the image, so I restacked paying meticulous attention to your instructions and voila, a satisfying first attempt at a 2P mosaic. Same target as yours, just a wider fov. Results at astrobin /bb9vfw/B/

At 2:00 minutes, you are lining it up. What about rotation. Is the AA assuming the rotation by the last image it took? Can it be changed, or do you have to rotate, take a picture, then set up plan?

For additional clarification the provided washer is called a "wave washer", the notched washer that is sandwiched near the clutch handle is a needle bearing (thrust bearing).