Complete! Truck Camping Setup. 2020 Ford F-150
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- Опубликовано: 15 авг 2024
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Completion of my truck camping setup. Let me know if you guys/ girls have any questions!
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Back in the 50's my father built his own camping/hunting addition out of plywood on the bed of his old Chevy PU Truck. He took that rig everywhere until October of '74, then he started getting sick and passed away in May of '75. It had all the comforts you'd want. He was born on a farm in Pennsylvania in 1897, survived WWI. He was very handy in all types of projects. I enjoy seeing what folks come up with. You all stay safe and love to you from Baltimore.
Thank you Carol😀👍🏻
God bless your father Carol. 🫡
Born in 1897 ? Does he know Abraham Lincoln ?
@@Eye-it-azz seeing as Abraham Lincoln was assassinated in 1865, he likely knew him as much as most of us know him…most of us, but probably more than you know him, obviously.
God bless your father - I think he lived in some of the best times...
wow. this has to be my favorite i’ve seen. so many ppl just go so overboard but this is so simple, clean, and functional. bravo!
Thank you Mac👍🏻👍🏻
Mav is similar too
I was just thinking the same thing! So many of these builds become so overly complicated. There is value in keeping things simple...less to go wrong, less to replace, easier to replace. I just watched a beautiful build, it was gorgeous, but you need an electrician's degree just to maintain it. That (for me) defeats the object of the thing which is to be mobile and independent. There is space in this lovely little build to add some bits like a fridge or a tiny toilet, a small stove, etc. And so simple. I love it. 😊
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Exactly what I was going to comment. I love the space you left.
Post divorce a friend of mine converted a VW van and now lives his best life exploring the north during the summer - and down south in the winter.
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Re: 2:35 - My LEER shell locks/unlocks with my key fob or the door buttons, and is openable from inside either with the fob or the single, centered, interior lever. I bought it because of those two features. As a woman often camping alone it was paramount to me to be able lock and unlock it while inside.
Nice build!
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Until the remote battery dies while your in the middle of nowhere 😵💫
@@jameslafountain also has a lever on the inside of the shell door, as stated in my comment. These two things were crucial in my decision to buy it.
That wiring is definitely not Frankensteined, it's very clean, we've all seen way worse, nice build and way cool 😎
Thanks David!
For real, cleaner than most.
that's not bad at all. should be proud of that.
Like the other guy said, that is not Frankensteined wiring!! It looks professional!!! I found your site and this video caught my attention so I subscribed!! I have a f150 also!!!😎💪🇺🇸 awesome content bud!!
Hey Edward, thanks sir!!
Brian, this is so well done. I like that it has everything you'd need but it's not fussy. Very streamlined, clean build. Ty for sharing this.
Thank you Susan👍🏻
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@@BrianWatersOutdoors I am done with pickups buddy. Overwhelmingly SUVs are better for camping in my humble opinion
@@usemymalekarenvideo4983 Of course they are. And you pay when you purchase them, then you keep paying when you refuel them. Campervans are even better, and again you pay and keep paying... RV's are even better... Brian demonstrated to us that you can do it cheaply.
@@draganminic4928 Camper vans and RV's are more comfortable no doubt. But are not stealth. Pick up trucks with camper stick out a little and inconvenient.
this is hands down the best build ive seen. everything has a purpose and its not over complicated
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I love this build. Everything is so clean and professional looking. Everything looks as if it belongs there. If I didn’t have to carry around so many tools in the back of my truck every day I would build this exact setup in the bed of my truck
Thanks Jason👍🏻
I don't know how many tools you have but couldn't you put them in the storage area under the bed?
I like Angela's idea. Maybe, pullouts so getting to them quickly is possible.
@@Angela-ep1es probably enough to fill up the whole back of his truck, too much to put under the bed lol
Your rig is by far the best I’ve seen in a truck bed. The carpet everywhere is amazing, love the way you did your drawers and electrical wiring.
Just a test set up, if shit hits the fan, put valuables in the truck and tie off. Nothing better than that.
The way you have everything set up, it looks like there is nothing but a bed, the carpet unites everything.
So clean, I really like what your done. Greetings from Riverside in Southern California.
Thank you Alan! I appreciate that!
this truck set up will blow your mind then, youtube channel mav ruclips.net/video/0lrcEL_OF6Q/видео.html
I like to see his drawers myself.😂😂😂
@@carolgarber5209 Knock it off Carol. This isn't Tinder. 😆
check out MAVs new build, it has a lot more to it for long term camping and traveling.
That's a nice set up. I had an old mattress that filled the bed and an aluminum topper on my 1985 F-150 Pickup. I loved sleeping in it when we camped out on the local lake, and when it rained the raindrops hitting the topper's roof you slept like a baby. We kept the cooler handy for cold soft drinks and sandwiches, so we were all set. 🙂
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Now that's camping I like to do!!
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“Bear spray holder” love it 😂
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I’ll assume the rest of your life and home are as squared away as this project is? Very well done! The degree of detail , and attention given to function, as well as aesthetic: is unparalleled in 99% of truck camper videos.
Lol. Thank you. I might suffer from a small case of OCD 👍🏻
Go check out his work space on the video where he installs outside security lights!
When you look in the dictionary for the word 'organized' you see Brian's face!
OCD or not...
hat's off to Brian!
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@@BrianWatersOutdoors Don't we all!!👋🤓
@@stayingsober7802Could I use some of his influence!
Mr. Waters: This is as NEAT and CLEAN a camper conversion as I have ever witnessed. There are also a host of "Magnificent" ideas that could also be transferred to MiniVan and full size Van conversions. Wonderful build, with a "meticulous" attention to detail. I am most impressed. Thank YOU so much for sharing these very useful and useable concepts. Greetings from Ontario, Canada.
Thank you Mr. Begley, I appreciate that!
YES, I was hoping to find the right van for some Nomad fun but with the price of vehicles now, this has proven the best solution for me, my truck, and my new truck cap, this is hugely inspiring.
Mine will NEVER, look this neat and clean though, lol.🤷♀️🤣
@@giterdone9013 I too have been inspired by Mr Waters' presentation. I am looking to use what I already have (save $ for more gas) and get creative!
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@@ebereza6894 it was the best $500 I ever spent, you won’t regret it. ❤️
Waiting for the curtains his mom is making him.. Love it, I’m a fan!
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Man this is the cleanest truck camper I’ve ever seen in my life! Well done! I wonder how much it cost to put all this together.
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@@BrianWatersOutdoorshey how much would you charge to build this for me?
Man this is the cleanest truck camper I’ve ever seen
Thank you
This is so brilliant!!! I clicked on it thinking it would be something my brother who is in heaven would absolutely LOVE!!! And his name is Brian too, so I’ll take that as a sign from heaven!!! Brilliant build!! I love it!!!
Thank you Rebecca😃😃
Great job! I love the bear spray holder. Looks like it could handle a 45 can of spray if needed. :-)
It can👍🏻👍🏻
freedom sprayer. 😅😅
The come and take it patch made it even more funny lol
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When he said ‘bear spray holder’ I chuckled 😉
Daddy took me and my sister camping when we were kids in our 1977 dodge pickup with a camper shell. Good memories
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I inherited my son’s 03 F250 1 year ago. I have watched a lot for videos looking to politely look for wanted a wanted and/or needed. You set seems ideal for my needs.
Thanks for sharing.
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Such a beautiful, simple and clean build. So smart of you to utilize already installed screws with your build. The cabinets in the corner look fantastic! Lighting and curtain hookups look really impressive too.
Thanks Gabe!!
I love how clean and simple this build is I’ve been wanting to do this for so long this is the type of build I want
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I had a bed rug in my 2002 dodge pickup with a cap. Loved it, made moving furniture much easier. logs, tool, camping gear, no problem. Cleaned up easily.
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This is brilliant. I have watched so many conversion videos and they are so overdone that you" can't see the trees through the forest. " this is so simple and clean . Perfect. Great job.
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Excellent build. This may be my favorite of all that I’ve seen. Very simple, clean and professional looking. 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you sir!
Love this build and seeing you take off with the camper series! As a woodworker, truck owner, and frequent camper, this is so nice to see! Congrats Brian!
Thanks so much! I’m shocked with what is happening right now, but I’ll take it👍🏻👍🏻
The electric set up and storage over the wheel was perfect.
My parents did this to two pickups back in the 80s. Built shelving, seats, carpeted the whole thing. It was always fun to go on road trips in the back, flip up the camper door, side windows...get the air in and fall asleep under the sun, while driving somewhere.
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Not sure why this video was recommended to me but it was very cool. As a girl that can’t even hang a picture I found this to be quite amazing. I laughed at the beginning when you said your mom was going to “build” you some curtains. Lol
Lol. Yup. I have no skills in that department and she was willing so I’m cool with having her whip some up👍🏻👍🏻
I suggest using green or red lights to reduce the loss of your vision when it's dark outside. White lights will diminish the ability to see in the dark for some time after you use them.
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I had and 81 Chevy 30 years ago and did a layout for a similar design. Was never able to put it together, but this design is really great. Makes me wish I had put mine together!
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Nice job did that in 94 . Found electric blanket would warm the entire back comfortable .72 years old miss it quite alot.
Hi Cindy. I have one of those in the truck and just waiting to have to use it this winter. I love cold weather camping👍🏻
this is one of the best set up I have seen!! simple, cozy and very comfortable...most important a non-tight space bed .
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This guy has an amazing camper in his truck. The most surprising thing is the way he actually managed to setup an actual bed with drawers on the side and still have all that clean space. That bed is just genious the way you set that up. I couldnt go to long without plenty of headroom i would need headroom to stretch especially in winter. Maybe a mini van would do.
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Dude, great set up. Not wanting to do full size campers anymore, this inspires me to get back into camping. Thanks for sharing.
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Man what a fantastic simple camper everything you need nothing you don't. Love the very clean look of it.
Thanks Mike👍🏻
This looks very cozy. I've road tripped in my wagon a couple times but now I think I'm ready for an upgrade
Thanks!
I did the exact same "S" hook on a chain lock and it worked great - I hope you meet some nice people and have fun seeing the country!
Thank you!
Awesome job. In case you missed it the carpet on floor and sides are made by Bed Rug and I like the pocket screw joinery.
I have a Bed Rug too in my factory carpeted Snug Top topper but thats all. I’d love to have this setup but with a wife we like our 19 ft high clearance trailer. Hmmm 🤔 this would make a great winter shop project! Thanks.
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My grandfather had a setup like this in his 92 dakota. But he had a platform for the whole bed with removable inserts in the center. I miss that truck.
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You can always use that third light switch for some exterior lights mounted to your cab. This way you have lights when your walking around or if you want to see what you hear in the middle of the night...
Cheers👍🏻 that’s exactly what I did
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Probably one of the best looking setups I’ve seen but to be honest the bags in the “junk” drawer is seriously the best idea I’ve seen in a long time. Not only am I going to use that when I do my build but I’m probably going to use that idea at my house lol!
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Cut up cardboard cereal thickness boxes and sour cream containers or other cleaned food containers. Good for the environment, for in your home or re purpose tupper ware. Yogurt cups to for right sized things. Works better to divide up drawers in a home than bags. Bag system is great for mobile use tho.
Your build is one of the best I’ve seen, I appreciate how neat and tidy everything is. I am going to watch your other videos to see how you built the components. Happy camping from Aus 🇦🇺🦘
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looks like mavs new build but not as nice
This guy is respectful and intelligent, the set up is great simple and neat very well organized and put together
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Looks nice and comfortable. Respectfully, a couple of suggestions. Improve the chain on the S-hook for securing from the inside. Fire extinguishers, I would suggest two minimum for a vehicle that size running electronics or for any emergency. Given the times we live in I would suggest some trauma pieces to your first aid care. Get tourniquets, blood clotting products, some small tampons for holes (do your research on that one) needle to relieve a collapsed lung, etc.
Have limo/blacked out tint for your camper windows. You can get someone to apply it, they’ll do it without writing you a receipt. I’ve sported limo tent on all of my vehicles because of my former uniformed profession. It’s smart. Road flares?
Exterior lighting for security, emergencies, etc.
Where’s a handgun, AR, or at least a quality shotgun and ammunition. Bear spray is good to have but it will not save your life. Some things, in my opinion, to consider. It’s yours and your family’s lives at stake once you leave the castle. Take a midland radio and a $20 ham radio and/or a radio with emergency channels.
Remember, you may be in that vehicle when something bad may happen and no one’s coming to help.
Think in those terms and you’ll make the proper additions.
Thanks. All good suggestions, but just a secret…that holster is not there for “bear spray”.
@@BrianWatersOutdoors I caught your euphemism immediately because of that holster and since my "bear spray" for many years was a .475 Linebaugh (it actually was for bears, lol).
I agree with everyone else, very nice work!
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Thank you for the excellent suggestions.
I've got an inverter inside my truck, with protected wiring going to the inside of the bed of the truck, and installed a regular 120v outlet inside the corner, and maybe someday I may install a switchover to hook up to shore power. You have to be careful what you hook into the outlet because it is not a true sine wave inverter. Love your setup, real fancy.
Thanks Bob
Bob is right that some devices do not like inverters because of the imperfect waveform, but that's not what you have installed. Thats a simple "regulator" or "power supply" converting AC to DC. An inverter would take DC in (from the battery) and give you AC out (typically 120V here in US). I was particularly impressed with your clean, safe, and frankly impressive wiring job.
@@iNowHateAtSigns how does your "regulator" or "power supply" convert the DC to AC? Hint: most likely an inverter
Very nice setup. I had a topper on my truck and back in the 1970-80's, nothing as nice as what you have since it was also a work truck for my side business. My wife and I would go primitive camping in it and as newly weds we spent many a good weekend in the state parks of Florida and Georgia.
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no doubt this is the best truck bed camper ive ever seen, the detail and covering the interior with material is amazing
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Setup is great! Love how you put a bunch of ideas together and made a masterpiece. You also gave credit to those before you 🙌🏽
I really tried to give credit. Obviously getting quite a bit of flack on some of this, but oh well. It’s only 25 square feet of space so not a whole lot you can do with it. I do appreciate your kind comment👍🏻👍🏻
@@BrianWatersOutdoors Forget the haters bro! Your setup is great. Nothing in this world is original anymore so alot of things are going to look the same. It’s not like you’re in an RV lol
I’m watching your first trip video now. That Mango Habanero sauce is the best!
Thanks bud!
For a starter build that’s very clean and awesome. Got into truck camping from KBTproductions and Mav, found Quady shortly after. I’m gonna subscribe because you seem like you’ll have some dope adventures. Looks fantastic good luck and have fun!
Thanks bud! Sure do appreciate the support👍🏻
Very good job...hands down one of the best planned jobs I seen
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Mav is one of the best young guys doing this. Love him and Quady.
To eliminate excessive weight I would use pvc tubing for the frame and an air bed. A note… high density foam absorbs odors and weighs a lot. TY 4 the brainstorming ideas!
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It's super sweet. But I highly recommend doing it with a sprinter van rather than an f150. There's just a tremendous amount of room. We're talking enough for a tiny sink, stand up room, actual storage room, tiny desk and even a upward work space. This would be low key awesome for the weekend but beyond that, you realistically would prefer more space on the road. But this is totally awesome. Not knocking.
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Very clean build, sensible and well thought out!
Thanks Chuck!
Drill a couple small holes in the bottom of the topper door/window, one on each end. Place some "U" shaped metal brackets in them and then get yourself a length of metal, ideally iron, and just lay it in the the "U" brackets so that it extends all the way across making it impossible to open the topper door/window from outside. Simple, strong and alot more reliable then what you've done. Just a suggestion. Nice job though, looks comfortable.
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A small window alarm will detect any intrusion. They are quite cheap and work reliably. A nicely loaded Glock 19 will deter any curious drunk or bear.
Wash basin, water soap towels to wash dishes yourself and clothes. Clothes line. Things I can fit in my backpack.
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Dude. This is the best truck camper I've ever seen. Super nice, super clean, organized, spacious, very nicely done!
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Omg Brian I nearly fell out of my chair with your “bear spray holder 0:22 that was awesome! And your build looks great!
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You did an amazing job. It looks clean, comfortable and functional. I like that you left enough room to move or to put a cooler or backpack.
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This beats sleeping in a shopping kart as a kid growing up for sure with my mom at the park! I would love this now!
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Pretty cool. A big bus or even a UHauler is out of the question, just too big. This is perfect !
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Fantastic! Simple, stylish, looks comfy and safe…well done, very well done, love it.
Thank you Linda👍🏻
9:53 Would be nice to get a 3-way switch installed near the tailgate for lighting while entering or exiting the canopy.
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That's the coolest simplicity for one person camper/survival set up I have seen make a beautiful hunting set up
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Thank you for your honesty , a lot of RUclipsrs have 300k homes but lie and say they live in their car , so they get subscribers
Lol. I’m not having to live out of this thankfully, but it sure does make it easy for me to get away quick and be setup as soon as I get to where I’m going👍🏻
That chain lock idea is a pretty cool idea, a little bit heavier chain would probably be better. The curtain rods are an excellent idea. Nice build. Thanks for sharing.
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What a set up. Cleanest and most organized I’ve ever seen! Awesome job man!
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I would use the free switch for a safety exterior light. Perhaps you could secure your drawers so that they cannot open while driving... your truck is really well made! Love it! That's why I couldn't resist making these two suggestions. :)
Thanks! So, the free switch is now wired to some exterior lights I installed, and I built the drawers to fit very tight so they can’t open up while driving…you have to give them quite a pull to open up.
One of the best builds I have seen!
Frankenstein wiring!
I've built two of the ammo box power boxes...when done you look at the rat's nest and think "Holy Shit!"
But as you wire it; it all makes sense....
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You put together a super well designed and organized truck camper shell. Pretty incredible the amount of powdered options you put in and yet you don't have wires running loose everywhere, that's great work 👍. I love truck camping. I have a Chevy Classic Conversion Van with the full-on EXPLOYER Co package. Great for quick weekends and fishing trip camping.
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Fantastic build! Well-thought out, organized, clean and lots of special touches. Really nice job!
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Love this layout, now I just need a truck.
BTW if you get an RGB light or just a red light, you can make that 3rd switch a night light (meaning no blue lighting to mess with sleep algoritms and red light gives you enough to see by when you wake up in the middle of the night instead of blinding yourself with the others).
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Great work!
A workaround for not being able to lock these from the inside is to get the next model up in Leers lineup-the 100XR. That cap has a different door that has a center mounted handle with slam latches to shut it, that door can be locked before its shut and then will stay locked. It is able to be opened from inside with a handle. Also it can be fitted with an actuator to allow it to lock/unlock with the trucks keyfob for extra convenience. I work at a cap lot installing these and its a very popular model for this use.
Yes, I looked at that model too
Awesome, simple, functional setup. Very similar to my Suburban setup. Very nice job. The best feature of your setup..... is the F22 Raptor sticker
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A real simple setup and would certainly suit my needs. Good job! 😎👍
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It was very well done. Only thing I would do Is put a drawer at the foot of the bed for cooking supplies, easy access. But it definitely looks better than anything I can do lol.
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man idk 13 years ago lived out my truck, took a door slider pin latch drilled a hole in the lid, and slid it in at night 0 way for it to open ever. I also sometimes used to leave the back completely locked, and go in through the rear split windows. Miss that truck
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I'm impressed. Simple, logical and not anymore or any less than what's needed. Nice job
Thank you sir!
Nice job! It's got all the basics covered very well. Obviously, there is no upper limit to how fancy one could go with any sort of camper build but this one should do a decent job of providing short term shelter that requires minimal effort to use. Hope you enjoy it!
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one change I'd make is with that power strip... you can get the power strip with usb plugs...something that will save you time ... charge up that phone, tablet etc. Nice setup too!
Good point. I’ll be making a new camper and will look at that👍🏻
This is surgical and i love it! People take too many short cuts and under build these days so this is a refreshing project you are accomplishing, I hope you get to enjoy it!
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Loved the Bear spray holder :D
This has to be one of the best builds I seen
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Love this set up! I would only add one of those small tents for an outside potty. I’m a girl, we need things like that. 😉
Lol. Thank you Aimee! I have started to bring one of those pop up tent things with me👍🏻👍🏻
Very interesting. I’m not sure why I like videos of guys setting up their trucks for camping, but it’s actually interesting! Looks great!
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Nice dude. I started doing this in 1994 with a 1982 toyota pickup. Currently is set up in my 1988 GMC Sierra 4x4.
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Looks fantastic. I'm in the process of planning out additional accessory wiring for my truck, and I really like your solution; very clean.
Thanks bud!
“Bear spray holder” lol
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That is NICE! This makes so much more sense to me to than a camper van or trailer. Especially if you're just out in nature, this is all a man needs. Bed looks super cozy.
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Bro your setup looks so professional. I just slept on an air mattress in the back seat and managed to save $2k in rent in Brooklyn. But I’m watching your video multiple times and want to copy your setup.
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My dad built something similar in the 70's for a road trip with 5 kids from Iowa to Washington state. It was on a Dogde Power Ram with a club cab (w/jump seats). He even built in the pre-cursor to the Yeti cooler (some high density foam made water tight with what was basically duct tape). We would climb back and forth between the jump seats and the back of the pickup, taking turns sitting up front and napping in the back! It was great, and I'm pretty sure none of us got carbon monoxide poisoning. :)
The good ol’ days👍🏻👍🏻
Wow, just. Wow. I'm amazed at how clean and organized your setup is. Your power station is so efficient looking, I'm gonna definetly steal the grid pattern for my rig. I never thought about using Cafe rods as curtain rods but that's what's used in conversion vans. Thanks for the awesome video, I really got some great idea for my setup.
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Man that's a really nice clean setup. I wish I could do my truck like that but I use my bed too much.
Me too. With the way this is built I just slide the bed and cabinet out and I virtually have full access again. That was one of the main design thoughts for this. I buy and use a lot of plywood, so I still need to use my truck as a truck.
If you are considering doing this, one thing different I would recommend; is put the bed in the other side. It should be on the RIGHT as you face the back of the truck.
The reason is, if you are parked on a street, every car that goes past will be passing with two feet of you sleeping. It shakes the vehicle and you hear and feel every one of them. One of my big fears, was being hit by a car, as I was parked on the street. You would not believe how many drunks and crazy drivers go by each night. I wanted a CRASH BUFFER between me and any car hitting me, so I always slept on the passenger side of the car.
Also make the bed wider and a little away from the side. That so you have a little room to put insulating blankets or something between you and the cold metal. Sleeping is the hardest part of this. Make your bed as comfortable as possible. Storage is easy to come by. Comfortable sleeping is not.
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For the lock you could put in a screw with a cap on the outside and then just put the latch over the screw and twist on a nut. Much more heavy duty that way.
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The best line in this whole video is “ Waiting for curtains there not in yet, my mom is making them” Everyone’s mom has made a curtain!
Absolutely!!
Brian, your video has been the top video suggesting my truck camper build video so I thought I’d pop on over and check your build out. Great job, man! I built my bed about 11” high and sometimes wish for the extra head room, but it’s such a balance between function and comfort in such a small space. Keep up the great content…going to see how your first night went!
Thanks so much👍🏻👍🏻
This is kinda my dream, once I don’t have my old doggy and a few other things line up I hope to have a small truck with a 4 season shell and live in it like this. Just drive around and camp.
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My dudes living in a house with a 3-car garage, on a 4k sq ft home knowing he could easily purchase an RV, but chose to outfit the bed of his truck.
My dude is frugal, and its paid off!!
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“I got my bear spray holder” yeah okay we’ll go with that
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Amazing build bro. This is exactly what’s been in my head for years. Perfect. Going to carbon copy this plan💯. Love it🔥Thanks for posting.
Thanks David👍🏻👍🏻
You should hook that spare switch up to lights that surround the outside of your truck from the roof that way at night when you want to go outside you could turn that on and light up everything so you can see what you're doing at night
I ended up adding ext lights under the rear bumper and tied them into that spare switch👍🏻
That sir is one awesome little set up for the back of your truck. Neat,tidy and clean and has everything you would need for a little camping,fishing or hunting trip. All you need now is a little propane stove and maybe a couple of lawn chairs foroutside and you will have it made..I love it. I now know what i will be doing with my next truck but have to figure out away to be able to remove it so i can use my truck for a truck..Thanks for sharing Brian.
Thanks Paul👍🏻