RAM 5500 CAMPER THING
RAM 5500 CAMPER THING
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2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #23
Picked up a 1987 Samurai Project to tow behind the camper!
Here is a quick walk (not really) around
Custom Gray Water Tank designed and built by Ian and Nick at:
www.wheeleveryweekend.com/
Check out their Channel:
www.youtube.com/@WheelEveryWeekend
Below are my links to some of the stuff i used:
Shower Pan: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09FSG44WM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&th=1
Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo
Tern Overland Cargo Door: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-door
Tern Overland Windows: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-door
Southco Cabinet Latch: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GM5H27G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&cre...
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2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #22
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Still Dialing in the Front End!!! Custom Gray Water Tank designed and built by Ian and Nick at: www.wheeleveryweekend.com/ Check out their Channel: www.youtube.com/@WheelEveryWeekend Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Shower Pan: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09FSG44WM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&th=1 Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo Tern Overland Ca...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #21
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Still Dialing in the Front End!!! Making Progress! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Shower Pan: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09FSG44WM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_image?ie=UTF8&th=1 Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo Tern Overland Cargo Door: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-door Tern Overland Windows: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-do...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #20
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Finally got the bags lined up properly and installed the new Kelderman dual steering stabilizer Making Progress! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo Tern Overland Cargo Door: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-door Tern Overland Windows: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-door Southco Cabinet Latch: www.amaz...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #19
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Since it seems to be my most asked question, here is a link to the springs i used for the subframe: www.marshallshardware.com/products/productList.aspx?uid=4019 Drop any questions in the comments! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo Tern Overland Cargo Door: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-cargo-access-door Tern Overland Windows...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #18
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.Год назад
After 2 lonnnnngggg years, i am FINALLY getting the suspension dialed in to perfection! ADS made me some custom one off front shocks to work with the Kelderman brackets and valved them for the bags. The difference is night and day. Hopefully the rears should be here soon! ADS Suspension: adsshocks.com/ More Awesome Highway Products Boxes FINALLY! Woohoo! Best custom boxes with a LIFETIME warran...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #17
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.2 года назад
More Awesome Highway Products Boxes FINALLY! Woohoo! Best custom boxes with a LIFETIME warranty anyway! I am NOT sponsored, i paid full price, just a VERY happy cutomer: Highway Products: www.highwayproducts.com/ Drop any questions in the comments! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo Tern Overland Cargo Door: www.ternoverland.com...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #16
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.2 года назад
Finally got around to fixing the wobbly table and also upgraded my power bank to 800ah with some server rack batteries after watching Will Prowse review Springfield Pedestal Table: springfieldgrp.com/product-category/tables/adjustable-table-pedestals/ EG4 Server Rack 400ah Batteries: www.signaturesolar.com/products/12v-400ah-lifepo4-battery-by-eg4 Will Prowse Channel: ruclips.net/user/errolprow...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #15
Просмотров 9 тыс.3 года назад
FINALLY got 2 of my 4 storage boxes after a LONG 3 month wait and it was worth every second! Also, started the manual air ride control for the inside of the truck. This is most definitely a "that escalated quickly" scenario! Hahahaha Best custom boxes with a LIFETIME warranty anyway! I am NOT sponsored, i paid full price, just a VERY happy cutomer: Highway Products: www.highwayproducts.com/ Dro...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #14
Просмотров 6 тыс.3 года назад
More Progress on the interior, and FINALLY got the big dinette WINDOW in! Also added a cargo door to access the plumbing and furnace a lot easier.Its now functional, time to get it comfortable! :) Drop any questions in the comments! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Tern Overland Airflo Pad: www.ternoverland.com/airflo Tern Overland Cargo Door: www.ternoverland.com/arctic-tern-car...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE 13
Просмотров 7 тыс.3 года назад
More Progress on the interior. Its now functional, time to get it comfortable! :) Drop any questions in the comments! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Southco Cabinet Latch: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GM5H27G/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00GM5H27G&linkCode=as2&tag=ram5500camper-20&linkId=483ba3ceb3b8210cf8cfafdc51b66d20 Baja Designs LP6: www.amazon...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE 12
Просмотров 10 тыс.3 года назад
More Progress on the interior. Its now functional, time to get it comfortable! :) Drop any questions in the comments! Below are my links to some of the stuff i used: Sterling 60amp DCDC Charger (charges camper batteries while driving):www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071RKX5W2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B071RKX5W2&linkCode=as2&tag=ram5500camper-20&linkId=8f52e95b6f74ce7...
My Favorite Northern Lights Time-Lapses I Shot In 2019
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.3 года назад
Yes, this channel is mainly for my truck and camper build... BUT... The entire reason for said truck and camper build is my back country photography passion. I took these timelapses last year on a month long trip to Northern Canada and Alaska. I got extremely lucky with 5 nights of super clear skies and crazy lights all night long. This was my first time shooting aurora timelapse, and lessons w...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE 11
Просмотров 10 тыс.3 года назад
Sterling 60amp DCDC Charger (charges camper batteries while driving):www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071RKX5W2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B071RKX5W2&linkCode=as2&tag=ram5500camper-20&linkId=8f52e95b6f74ce765984bfa22a4267af Pex Tubing, Cutter, and Crimper Kit: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0836JN8PN/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0836JN8PN&linkC...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE 10
Просмотров 17 тыс.3 года назад
Got a bunch done, and a little burnt out on the build, so time to get out there and use it for a bit. Almost everything you see inside is only installed temporarily for now, so i can get out and camp! A lot more to come! Many folks asked about the subframe and suspension, so i have a clip of that towards the end of this video! Still work in progress on the subframe,the captive springs and the r...
2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE 9
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2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #8
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2020 Ram 5500 4x4 Off Grid Camper Build EPISODE #1
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Комментарии

  • @cdeprima1209
    @cdeprima1209 2 месяца назад

    You will never be happy with thick overload springs, never!!! You need soft ride for off roading, except liberals! ;)

  • @nicholashill209
    @nicholashill209 2 месяца назад

    Hey, Thank you for the videos! I'm building my 5500, and you have been very helpful. Would you mind sharing Craig's handle on the Expedition portal? I would like to get the same axle plates. Thanks!

  • @owenkelly577
    @owenkelly577 3 месяца назад

    Thanks for sharing 🙂

  • @mariaandreinacabreta9260
    @mariaandreinacabreta9260 6 месяцев назад

    Hello, could you tell me where you bought the rims of the ram?

  • @aaronbishoff8695
    @aaronbishoff8695 7 месяцев назад

    Do you have details on how you did the alignment setup?

  • @JohnDoe-en9ch
    @JohnDoe-en9ch 7 месяцев назад

    Updates?

  • @RobertOKruk
    @RobertOKruk 9 месяцев назад

    What stairs are you using?

  • @falcon64project29
    @falcon64project29 9 месяцев назад

    What kind of mpg are you getting with the 41,s on it. Also what gears 4.44 it the 4.89? Lastly how are the tires wearing? Thank you for your response.

  • @troyrichards2914
    @troyrichards2914 10 месяцев назад

    What gear ratio are you running on the 41s? Are there lower gears that would fit in the 5500?

  • @CTMadModz
    @CTMadModz Год назад

    sweet rigs.... subscribed!

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      thanks man. i love your vids as well and theyve been super helpful with the 16v swap

  • @TigerRagFishingTeam
    @TigerRagFishingTeam Год назад

    AEV flares are an option

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks, not a fan of AEV products and their flares cover wayyy less than these do and I’m throwing up mud and rocks as is. They would make it worse

  • @TigerRagFishingTeam
    @TigerRagFishingTeam Год назад

    Centramatic balancers work great! Been running them better today of 20 years.

  • @F550-OVERLANDER
    @F550-OVERLANDER Год назад

    How is the Kelderman 4 link going, any issues ie leaks, blown airbags, etc? If you have to do the suspension all over again anything different you would do?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      No issues at all with the 4 link. Absolutely freaking love it and the adjustability! Front end Is still work in progress though

  • @drewrush4636
    @drewrush4636 Год назад

    How much did the super single axis swap cause you

  • @adamschons3759
    @adamschons3759 Год назад

    Nice video! I am going to order a couple overkill bms units for my eg4s. It has a been a while, but do you remember the lug size for the ends of the cables? I am planning to order them crimped by overkill.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks. Honestly I’m not sure. I did all the wiring with 2/0. Lug hole size for the battery stud should he listed on EG4 website. I THINK it was 3/8 but not sure

  • @samuraiszn
    @samuraiszn Год назад

    congrats on the new rig, look forward to seeing what you do with it!

  • @DanielMorello
    @DanielMorello Год назад

    Nice! Perhaps the Sammy was parked at an angle that lead the water down that side/spot? It’s gonna be great to see u rolling around blasting your best mixtape 📼 Ur audio could use some work Fam btw 😈

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      My audio is award winning sir

    • @MattyEdgar
      @MattyEdgar Год назад

      Audio is fine, volume just needs to come up. I have to put headphones on cranked all the way up to watch the videos but they're fuckin great so its allll good

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      @@MattyEdgar LOL thanks man

  • @TheDumpTrailerGuyLLC
    @TheDumpTrailerGuyLLC Год назад

    vehicles by the ocean rot out up top from rain that is salty via ocean. my parents live in florida on the east side and have the same issue where the top of the windshield rots out

  • @Firstathardware
    @Firstathardware Год назад

    TDi swap! :D

  • @user-se5zz3yj9c
    @user-se5zz3yj9c Год назад

    So Great to see you Keeping On my Dude! Cheers from Alaska AK49! Keep on Keeping ON👊🇺🇸👊

  • @spencervidal3168
    @spencervidal3168 Год назад

    On your custom Boxes, steel or aluminum?

  • @tvlivingroom3346
    @tvlivingroom3346 Год назад

    how much over stock height can you get with the Kelderman?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Depends how you set it up. For mine, i am stock height in the rear, and 2" higher in front using taller bags

  • @go5582
    @go5582 Год назад

    Hi handsome, my goodness. My guessestimate: you have spent 190,000.00 usd. Question why didn't you just buy a 2023 thor 24ft. Rv motorhome for 250,000.00 ready to go?

  • @WheelEveryWeekend
    @WheelEveryWeekend Год назад

    Thanks for thinking of us, bottom was 1/4 rest was 3/16. We were able to split the aluminum cost between a few projects to save a ton. Should be strong enough to smash into rocks or trees without too much concern.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks for clarifying the thickness and thanks for ALL your help on this build. Wouldn’t be possible without pros like you!

  • @jessemeanlt1
    @jessemeanlt1 Год назад

    Beautiful!

  • @kaoskev
    @kaoskev Год назад

    Splish Splash Great grey tank. Nice fit.

  • @itwasthelight
    @itwasthelight Год назад

    it was cool to see the plasma cutter going 👍

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks. Yeah. I’d never seen one cut like that. Was awesome to watch too

  • @ih4269
    @ih4269 Год назад

    What happened to your IG you had the absolute best memes. You are missed!!

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Hahahaha…. They deleted it and banned me. Creates a new one: @memesyourmomtoldyouabout

    • @ih4269
      @ih4269 Год назад

      @@RAM5500CAMPERTHING Those bastards! Seriously you have the funniest post by far. I pass them along and everyone thinks Im cool lol its all you!

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      @@ih4269 😂😂😂😂

  • @roadtripaction7426
    @roadtripaction7426 Год назад

    I’m building a Ram 5500 with Bigfoot camper and custom bed frame / storage box build about to start. Kelderman on order. Question.. the spring deck mount system you have, is that a kit or custom build? If custom might you have specs on the springs? Apologies if that’s answered somewhere and I missed it.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Its a custom build, and still work in progress, as i am not 100% happy with it

    • @roadtripaction7426
      @roadtripaction7426 Год назад

      @@RAM5500CAMPERTHING ah good to know. Do you anticipate you will have a video episode on that?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      @@roadtripaction7426 possibly, if I ever get it dialed in perfectly

  • @alphatruckhouse8223
    @alphatruckhouse8223 Год назад

    Man Oh Man , keep chipping away , will you be attending any overland expo events in 2023 ?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Yeah, its a never ending project! Hahaha! No way Jose, i have exactly ZERO interest in attending anything like that. The purpose is to get away from people, not pay to get packed into people like sardines :)

    • @alphatruckhouse8223
      @alphatruckhouse8223 Год назад

      @@RAM5500CAMPERTHING 😂😂😂

  • @shockracer
    @shockracer Год назад

    Look up trap guards they have 2" ones that are meant for floor drains that are so simple and last a very long time.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks. I will check them out. I am checking out ALL options before cutting that giant hole! :)

  • @ShockSurplus
    @ShockSurplus Год назад

    Love the build!

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks man. Now that it’s mostly done, I’m kinda bored and might sell it to build something else 😂

  • @jeffreybarkey56
    @jeffreybarkey56 Год назад

    That should be on my wishlist.

  • @eddypetra5660
    @eddypetra5660 Год назад

    Are your airbags manually inflated and deflated ? Or are they plumbed in to the air tank along with the auto level that kelderman offers ?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      They are manually inflated with standard fill ports at each corner. I've gone back and forth about plumbing it all into the cab, but it works so good right now, i am not sure i want to mess with it and add more possible failure points.

    • @eddypetra5660
      @eddypetra5660 Год назад

      @@RAM5500CAMPERTHING Thank you for the info !

  • @marlonhernandez706
    @marlonhernandez706 Год назад

    Did you get any check lights for swapping to four wheels only?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Yes. It pops up every time i start the truck but goes off immediately

  • @PeteLeuenberger
    @PeteLeuenberger Год назад

    Super sweet windows, great vibe, thanks ! It would be awesome if the video title included a couple of key words about what it covers (remove EPISODE and simply keep #4). Now I have to click on each video and see in the short description what it covers. Searching back in videos for something is not easy. But love the videos, thanks !

  • @martindiego6795
    @martindiego6795 Год назад

    What air bags are does?

  • @wowyummyyy
    @wowyummyyy Год назад

    L I K E 👍 👍 👍 👍👍 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩💯❣🤍❣💯

  • @dchilton
    @dchilton Год назад

    Spending my Sundqy watching this series. Short, to the point, solid info with no BS. Awesome work and knowledge is greatly appreciated. Im up to episode 7 now and learned alot.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks man! I just added another one right now

    • @dchilton
      @dchilton Год назад

      @@RAM5500CAMPERTHING I will be watching it today. Thanks for all you have documented.

  • @Tristarexplorer
    @Tristarexplorer Год назад

    Wow, nice uhall

  • @american247
    @american247 Год назад

    What company did you get the panels from

  • @acorn8879
    @acorn8879 Год назад

    You’ve said you live the Arctic Tern windows. I’m wondering what you think of their doors? Worth the price?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      The door is great and well made. The screen for it is horrible though.

  • @acorn8879
    @acorn8879 Год назад

    Hey, I’m curious how you attached the upper cabinets to the walls? I’m building a similar rig and trying to think through all the details. Thanks!

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Thanks. I glued angled aluminum to the wall and bolted the 80/20 to it

  • @jimmya9043
    @jimmya9043 Год назад

    I are doing a build on a 2022 ram 5500. I have the same bumper. Just curious how you mounted your Baja design lights in bumper? Nice build by the way.

  • @ViperGrendal
    @ViperGrendal Год назад

    I have the shocks that came with the Kelderman setup on my 4500. If I hit the right dip in the road the front end will bounce to the point of hitting the stops. I was wondering what your experience has been and if the new shocks helped? I'm assuming it would being able to dial up the compression.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Are you using the ranchos they sent with the kit? The ones they sent with mine were too long for the application and yes would bottom off. New ones are custom with the right measurements so they’d never bottom out

    • @ViperGrendal
      @ViperGrendal Год назад

      Interesting, yes they are the rancho. Might need to contact Kelderman. I had it installed by the bed manufacturer in TX.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      @@ViperGrendal I believe Kelderman now has the properly valved shocks for their system available now and are included with their new kits

  • @ericl5973
    @ericl5973 Год назад

    Wouldn't softer springs allow the subframe to flex away from the chassis better and limit the camper flex?

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING Год назад

      Yes, but the problem is the camper is moving ALOT. Trying to limit it somewhat

  • @gurvirsingh8825
    @gurvirsingh8825 2 года назад

    Thanks for the update man. Keep up the good work :)

  • @thatguy5586
    @thatguy5586 2 года назад

    Another video finally!!! jK looks good

  • @landbarron1420
    @landbarron1420 2 года назад

    Love this build!!

  • @treetopflyersofva2
    @treetopflyersofva2 2 года назад

    I have been watching your project from just about the beginning while I waited over a year and 6 months for a Chevy 5500Hd that I ordered. It finally go here. On your frame flex spring set up, where did you get the springs and hardware for this? I love how that was done.

    • @RAM5500CAMPERTHING
      @RAM5500CAMPERTHING 2 года назад

      Got them from McMaster Carr but they are wayyy too soft, currently looking for much stiffer ones.