Cargo Trailer RV Conversion - 8.5'x24'
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- Опубликовано: 25 июн 2020
- I have had many people asking me about my about my cargo trailer conversion, things that I did, specifics of what the space looks like and some of the products that I used. Here's a semi-detailed overview of the project.
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I've watched a thousand conversion vids the size and simplicity makes this one the best by far, great job
Thank you! That means a lot. I was definitely aiming for simple with a very open floor plan.
Trailer is nice! Thought about doing this too instead of a 5th wheel. I will tell you though, that carbon monoxide detector is pointless up there. Carbon monoxide is heavier then air, so it should be right below where your pillow height would be. That way it goes off before it fills the room while you’re asleep. At that point, where it is, you’d be dead by the time the detector went off, if you were asleep in there.
Your bunk bed set up is fantastical.
Thanks! I'm pretty proud of that one!
One of my favorites that I have seen so far and have watched a lot. Good job.
Thanks!
Nice job, dude. It's simple and gets the job done, which saves space. It's easier for others to copy if they're looking for how to build one on their own. A lot of people over-complicate their builds and they end up cramped and super heavy.
Thanks. It's easy to get too heavy. I found a few places where I could trim a few pounds. When it's all loaded with toys I'm easily close to 10k. Last time at the scale with 3 quads was 9500
Thanks for sharing.
We enjoyed building ours it was a lot of fun.
Nice job
We have a 41 foot diesel pusher and still very much enjoy our 29 foot gooseneck enclosed trailer with 10 feet of living quarters in the front. We do most of our cooking in the garage in the front is separated and heated for cold weather snowmobiling. We have all the major appliances and a sink. This year I need to give up some garage space for a shower/ toilet.
I like how you kept it simple and on the cheaper side nice job
VERY nice!!! Build!!! Luv what you did and the tour and how you mansplained things you did or planning. Well done!!
Thanks Bruce! A lot of time and energy went into it. I had a good time talking about it.
Looks great you did a good job for a last minute build! FYI if you decide to buy a new trailer have the trailer builder use screws to attach plywood interior walls. Do not use staples. Also a one piece aluminum roof,thicker gauge metal for exterior walls and replace the drop axles with straight axles it will increase ground clearance and enable you to lift trailer higher should you need to in the future. Most of all HAVE FUN!!
Great ideas! More clearance would be ideal and increasing the overall build quality would be nice for life longevity. I'm pretty excited with this one for now, but definitely excited about some future improvements.
Great job!, thanks for the ideas!
Thanks, was thinking about that same floor, I will be having a race car to haul, and don't want any problems with the floor.
What I learned recently on a conversion that I just begun is that sometimes the plywood panel is held on what looks like a tiny Phillips head screw but it doesn't come out with screw driver.
If you go off to begin a project like this see that the existing wood panels are held on with screws.
Also consider the interior height if you want to put air conditioner in there may need to be taller than you think
I agree with you on the vinyl click flooring! Great job I was also going to say between the metal supports under your floor you can also build storage boxes in between them so you could lift your flooring up and have tons of storage in between all of the Rails or some of them ... great job on the build that is one sweet trailer! (You can also use one in insulation under the trailer and when you're done putting it up use some paint on weatherproof. )
Love the suggestions! I like the boxes in the floor and considered that for storage, but decided against it because of time. I may opt for it down the road or in the next build, but they are really convenient. And insulating the floors would be a good route to go. Do you have a suggestion on type of insulation?
@@JayOakes in my 6 by 12 I have half inch on the floor and 1 and 1/2 in my walls and ceiling. The half inch on the floor is a little drafty but not bad with just a space heater in the winter time in central Arkansas. This winter I will be putting one in foam insulation on the underside and then trying to find a mastic type paint to paint it to weatherproof it. I use the polypro board foil facing the airspace from lowes. I live in my trailer full time and the insulation is great for summertime like I said for winter I was thinking about adding the one inch
I'm thinking of making a trailer like this. I was planning to use the roof lift from the popup camper to raise/lower the bed.
Well done.
For a guick conversion it's that's very cool 😎
Can you show the build of the fold down beds please?
Thank you great ideas😊
Amazing build. Definitely soem great idea for my future build haha. How much does this setup weigh? Without the quids
Nice build. As politely as I can say it: filming is over, turn that [ ] shovel around. Have a great day, ~Inspector 12🧐
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instead of removing the original wood paneling, could you place the future insulations/foam over it, then cover with more wood? Curious about that. The top tier mattress is a good idea, leaving it near floor level ( as other cargo trailer converters do) means some wasted space. Also, you could put a 'den' with TV underneath the bed, when the trikes aren't brought along .
Can a half ton p/u pull a 22ft build out i have a 4seater rzr and need trailor for idaho camping
I love your layout I’ve seen a lot of V nose trailers but I love yours that is straight across do you find more resistance with you type of trailer I’m looking to do something to travel in and live in I want to sell my house and get out of the city any info you can give me on your thoughts about what I’d like to do I’d really appreciate it thank you for sharing and I say great job
On thing I was wondering about. Quads and dirt bikes always smell like gas and oil. How do you keep the smell at a reasonable level?
Leaks? How much does it weigh? Can I pull one of these 8.5 x 24 with a 1/2 ton Yukon?
Watched this video but did some research and found the V shape was a better design overall. Got the 24FT but doesn’t act like a sail towing.
Where did you purchase your couch?
The trailer looks great!
Some dope bunk beds where did you get the plans? Or you just rig it up?
What's the dry weight and loaded weight after tiny house is completed?
Well done! Definitely more of a camper vibe, than hauler. With having the kids, do you have a potty set up?
Nice job. I would just changed/added on thing. EMERGENCY EXIT
Great job!
What does is weigh? What truck do you pull it with?
Have you co.e up with good product for ceiling
Enjoyed the video , what kind of vehicle do you tow with? what is the weight?
Did you have plans for the bunk beds?
Lots of good ideas but I find it interesting when a person designs a kitchen like yours. When washing dishes, one needs a sink big enough to hold the pan otherwise water will splash everywhere. Also the location of the stove hinders the dish washing experience. My conclusion is that the people who design these types of kitchens probably are not the dish washers of the family. 😁
IT looks great! Ive watched dozens of Cargo trailer conversion videos and yours looks like one of the best thought out. How did you do the beds? I was looking the other day at a commercial (metal) version of a similar design. Keep up with the great vids!
Thanks! What a compliment! The bunks are 2x4 frames, 1x4 slats underneath, hinges to the wall and then a 1x4 on either side of the front corners with a screw (soon to be a bolt) through it as the pivot point. Then I used bead board to cover the slats and cut out mattress topper foam as the mattresses... but they're only for toddlers, so I could get away for simple and a faux mattress.
Do you know the weight of the rig? What kind of vehicle do you tow with.
Think the max air is fine for stove exaust
Is there an updated video?
Shower?
Very cool build out, I’m looking at doing around the same size. After looking at your floor plan I’m a little surprised you can’t fit more than 4 quads. Is that the max or just the most you’ve loaded in so far? Also would you go taller on the trailer next time? (I assume you have 6.5’ inside height)
Thank you! Because of things mounted to the walls, you can't get them side by side between the wheel wells. So if they're all full size quads, I can only get one between wheel wells and 1 ahead of that and dirt bikes aside them. Plus, I generally keep a pretty large tool box in it which takes up a bit of space as well. For height, it's 6'-6'6" depending on where you stand and YES! I would Ideally go at least 7, with a desired height of 8. Wouldn't need more than that though in our case.
You should look into adding a "tip out" for the kids
That could be really cool. You thinking of one of the tented side tip outs? That was an idea I had but it seemed a little beyond by skill set at the time.
@@JayOakes yes, like a tent style tip out. Super light weight and adds tons of room.
It’s essentially essential
Hahaha
I’m thinking to have a similar setup to yours without bathroom. What do you do for shower and toilet? Also what did you use as a water pump and holding tank?
I have since gotten rid of the trailer as it was a little too small for the family. But we didn't have a shower in it and just utilized campground showers. As for a holding tank, that was something that needed to be installed. I ran a drain line out the bottom of the trailer temporarily and never got past that. But because of the sink I put in it and the way we used it, I never had anything to put down the sink.
you can get 10ft tall ceilings too in a trailer
How do u keep from stuff like the husky box’s and helmets from falling off while riding down the road
I use bungee cords and tie downs for the helmets and gear on the shelving. For the tool box, I have D-Rings mounted on the walls and use tie downs.
Hi
I am doing same trailer convention but I need the cargo van on the week.
What vinyl floor you said is better?
I would recommend a single piece of linoleum. Don't go with something that is multiple pieces because it shifts, expands and contracts. Have fun with your project!
Any roof leaks?
Jay what part of country u live in
Great video Jay. How did you put on the roof racks? Also, what brand is the trailer and what is the empt and total weight?
The roof racks are sitting on the rain gutters and then have self tapping screws put in. I've been monitoring them to make sure they don't wiggle free, but they've been holding well. If necessary I can drop some bolts through the frame. As for weight, I don't know dry weight. Last I used it with 3 quads was just over 9500k
@@JayOakes thanks Jay. I'm considering using racks to put the solar cells on so I don't have to put more holes in the roof.
Sincere question. Is that one of those generators that other RV and conversion creators say are too loud? Google says that particular model is 68dB and that quiet is considered 50s to 60dB.
Yeah, that’s about what it is. It’s not quiet, but if you’re off boon-docking and willing to move it a little ways away from your rig, it’s not a big deal. It also becomes white noise for me and has never seemed like a big enough deal, nor do I use it enough, to justify the cost.
@@JayOakes Nice. Thanks. And to be fair it looks nothing the size as a construction generator a neighbor of a creator had at a campsite. Creator was in his RV letting us see through the window. Thing was huge. Lol
I have a 8.5x20, wished I woulda went 24 or 26'. Just starting. I'm going to to an epoxy dirty pour floor. I am also putting in a bathroom.
That's great! I find that I always wish I had more space and so that's why I went 24'. Next build I'll either do 24' or 28'. Looking forward to seeing that floor! Let me know how it turns out and send me a link to your video of it!
I was thinking 24 but maybe 28 after your suggestions
2 x 7,000 lbs axles?
I think you got that info about your electric box a bit backwards. Ac gets breakers, DC gets fuses.
Never been good at keeping all my information straight... fortunately the wires are in the right place, it's just my brain that's wired up wrong. :)
What's your tow vehicle? And what are you looking at for weights?
I recently sold the trailer, but it was right around 7000 lbs dry. I was pulling it at first with a 2003 F350 w/ 6.0 Powerstroke and then moved to a 2002 F350 w/ 6.8L V10... I just made a video of the current truck - ruclips.net/video/-bANo3Sorik/видео.html
You got plenty of space for a shower and a portable toilet that can be used as a changing room.
Did you order the jackknife couch bed online or find it locally? I’ve been looking online for one that looks similar to yours but can’t find any. I love the color and design that you have!
I actually got it from a friend who owned an RV dealership and pulled it out of another unit. They're REALLY HARD TO FIND online. Good luck, because I know I was not having much success. And I do apologize that I can't be of more help.
Great build, no indoor 🚿🚽.
What size/brand generator did you use?
Champion 3500 that I purchased from Cabela's
What kind of weight did this project add? Great job btw!
I'm not 100% sure, but I think ballpark is 3500 lbs. With 4 quads in the trailer and stuff packed for a month long trip with 4 people, it weighs in right around 10k. I believe the net try weight of the trailer without any buildout is about 3500 lbs. Flooring, as vinyl click, is too heavy vs. linoleum and with the tradeoff of dollars spent, I could reduce some weight by building things out of aluminium instead of wood. Also, the Home Depot cheap cabinetry is VERY heavy as 3 walls of it are particle board.
Why not a restroom?
Where do u go with this thing
I've taken it from Seattle down to southern California, Arizona and Nevada for a 5,000 mile trip and just got done with a Seattle to Montana to the Oregon coast trip. And then from dirt roads, sand to campgrounds... but campgrounds aren't always welcoming.
What about the back? So no motorcycles
That is one of my design flaws :) The bed is a little low so you just have to lean the bike over a little in order to get them in or use the side door. It's not a flawless system, but I can make it work. Generally we have quads inside though.
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I would be concerned about the smell of gasoline from the quads and generator... Otherwise an awesome build!
Fan... tastic air flow
Please share the kids' tents!
Here they are! smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D7H66RY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thank you! Awesome!
Like no window more safe
The fridge is a three-way.
In France that's called a Minajatwa.
Ask your sister about it, she knows.
Don’t waste money for windows on the sides. I watched another person who put windows on the roof. More light in the trailer and you won’t need curtains or blackouts because no one can see in.
???? And the bathroon???perdon..enorme, tiene espacio y no hace un baño? Terrivel,sem banheiro!!!
TRAILER THAT WAS TALLER 😂😅
PLEASE DO NOT PUT WINDOWS IN THEN YOU WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE TO STEALTH CAM AND A GOOD COP WHO SEES WINDOWS KNOWS THAT IT'S NOT A WORK TRAILER PLEASE STICK TO SKY LIGHTS BECAUSE SO MANY PEOPLE ARE LIVING IN THEIR VANS AND WHATNOT ALMOST EVERY CITY EVERY TOWN IN AMERICA IS CRACKING DOWN ON CAMPING IN ANY CITY 😂. D . A . G . BOULDER COLORADO USA
Where's the toilet
We opted to leave that out since we're generally at RV parks or boondocking.