@@HondroB or just get a bigger truck. I have an 02 2500 Dodge that can tote that all over the americas no problem. You and your dad did a fantastic job and a Tip of my Hat for how you drew it up. Any chance of getting a copy of your design for the from ?? Will gladly pay $$ for your help.
Never put down anyone for trying that's how we all learn new things. Is it heavy with 2x4's ? probably but good thing is the next one he builds will be easier and lighter and I'm sure he could easily sell this one and make a profit to someone afraid to take on such a build and he can use that money to fund a new and better lighter one. Don't put anyone down for having the balls to take on a build and learning. Plus the future build will let him spend more quality time with his pops and build more memories. Awesome job for your first build 👍🏻
It isn't about putting a person down it's about encouraging them to be smarter before acting. The industry already uses aluminum framework and some research would have easily revealed that and helped guide all the energy he put into the project into a more practical end. I suspect woodworking skills prevailed over welding skills making wood the obvious choice. He commented that he wished he had used more 2x2 which would have been better and using
Metal studs ftw, light and can make strong, worries about vibrations you can use rivets in metal studs, came out looking good tho, building with pops can be fun, I work with mine allot
Man oh man, I get these comments here and there and the fact of the matter is, you're right! I do wish I could go back and switch things up, but this would be learning the hard way. I had no idea what I was doing at the start of this build, and I wish I had knowledgeable people around me like you so that I could have gotten advice before the build, but ya live and ya learn. God speed!
@@HondroBmate awesome build be proud and just remember that was your days one now you know where you can make changes and make yours twice as good awesome work from the both of you 👌👍🇦🇺
Absolutely. Aluminum would be so much lighter and last almost forever. But it would probably cost 10x the price and require welding skills and a tig welder or aluminum spool gun. Use what you got. Build looks great, . Most people would be intimidated to take on a project like this
I will recommend using 1/2 nail & 1/2 screw. Example if you use 4 screw instead use 2&2. Screw will hold everything in vibration but can potentially break, nails are flexible
any project you can build with your dad, even a cat litter box, showcases the relationship your dad built with you. Count your lucky stars and great slide in too
Nice ! , But if you want it light weight and strong, it should be fabricated out of light weight aluminum, personally I would love to be able to hone my welding skills, to learn aluminum mig and Tig welding Skills, if not for a camper, a race car or cross cart frame !
I couldn't agree more. I didn't use aluminum because we rushed it a bit, and I had no idea how to work with metal. Wood is just easier to work with, but one day an aluminum build would be awesome! I hope you do those things! Good luck!!
@user-qq4st5yz8e Your DUMB lmao 🤣. Did you really think I would care about your silly little comment from the peanut gallery. Obviously you don't know your ass from your elbow when it comes to structural integrity. The frame is going to be constantly moving unlike a house the screws will eventually fail weather it be stripping out the holes or shearing if you glue and screw the joints they will never fail especially if you use a glue like PL 400 . Thanks for the laugh at least very amusing 😄 😆 🤣
From building one with an aluminum square tube frame I can tell you the space to weight ratio is lopsided. When camper company’s used wood it was 2”square max and those were heavy.
make sure to use nails not screws, the vibrations are tough on the shear strength of a nail, that's why 90% of the old style campers where 1x2s nailed together with a whole lot of wood glue!
I think i can agree with you there! the interesting part is I really have no idea (especially when building this) where the best trade off between strength and weight lies
@@HondroB You’d be very very surprised I’m talking about thin metal stuff you cut with a pair of slippers quite amazing incredibly strong do some research good luck
You should used steel tubing. It's stronger. It won't flex. Then you could use plywood to the steel tubing. It looks good but you can't solidify the joint as if you welded them.
don't worry about what you should have done differently and just worry about getting as much time as you can like this in with your dad sadly one dad time like this together won't be possible
Yes I did, overall I’d say metal is a better option, but it’s harder to work with, wood is very easy and very accessible to work with so that’s why I went with it
@@munjunkmonkey okay nice!! i'll be honest it is a bit heavy for the taco, it works fine but it is definitely a a bit of a hasstle to drive. If you can keep it lighter than mine with 2x2 framing, and maybe a lot more aluminum that be awesome! if i were to re-build id probably try and do an aluminum frame tbh.
@@HondroB I think me and my dad are gonna give it a go with a mix of framing types like you mentioned. Do you plan on publishing your plans for purchase? I also followed you on instagram
yesss, i just don't know how to work with metal.. wood is way easier. metal would have been a way better option, but I didn't have a welder/any welding experience etc.
Honestly at the end of the day, it's because I had no idea what I was doing lol. I built this rig with 0 experience, so as the saying goes, ya live and ya learn :/
That's waaaaay over built, and will weigh significantly more than it needs to. There are videos of builds using light and strong framing and panels, which are perfectly strong and don't weigh much.
Or you could use aluminum framing.
Expensive yet much lighter and adjustable.
Yup, aluminum would have been a way better option! I'm just a kook lol
@@HondroB or just get a bigger truck. I have an 02 2500 Dodge that can tote that all over the americas no problem. You and your dad did a fantastic job and a Tip of my Hat for how you drew it up. Any chance of getting a copy of your design for the from ?? Will gladly pay $$ for your help.
No fuck you and aluminum framing
@@HondroB well your grand kids will be able to play in it now. So good on you. Built to last.
Another option that is often overlooked/underused is the hog out the timbers in spots to reduce wood volume and weight.
that’s awesome! i miss my dad. you’ll cherish these moment forever.
Never put down anyone for trying that's how we all learn new things. Is it heavy with 2x4's ? probably but good thing is the next one he builds will be easier and lighter and I'm sure he could easily sell this one and make a profit to someone afraid to take on such a build and he can use that money to fund a new and better lighter one. Don't put anyone down for having the balls to take on a build and learning. Plus the future build will let him spend more quality time with his pops and build more memories. Awesome job for your first build 👍🏻
It isn't about putting a person down it's about encouraging them to be smarter before acting. The industry already uses aluminum framework and some research would have easily revealed that and helped guide all the energy he put into the project into a more practical end. I suspect woodworking skills prevailed over welding skills making wood the obvious choice. He commented that he wished he had used more 2x2 which would have been better and using
Metal studs ftw, light and can make strong, worries about vibrations you can use rivets in metal studs, came out looking good tho, building with pops can be fun, I work with mine allot
I agree, i wished i learned how to use metal and did it for this build! Working with pops is the best! i'm glad you get to spend time with him!
Concrete and rebar! Works everytime. You never get a single buyer bring one back to return it.
Wtf 😂😂😂
I will say that the camper industry is pretty protective.. and available windows, doors and metal and limited to the public.. great job
father/son projects remain in our memory forever.
absolutely! gotta takel on more of these!
Using 2x4s is insane you would have been much better off with either light gauge steel tubing or aluminum tubing
Literally said to myself "oof with 2x4s?" Not how most would do it but still gets the same job done
Man oh man, I get these comments here and there and the fact of the matter is, you're right! I do wish I could go back and switch things up, but this would be learning the hard way. I had no idea what I was doing at the start of this build, and I wish I had knowledgeable people around me like you so that I could have gotten advice before the build, but ya live and ya learn. God speed!
@@HondroB But you learned some stuff, right! Full on Win! Everything looked well built anyway.
@@HondroBmate awesome build be proud and just remember that was your days one now you know where you can make changes and make yours twice as good awesome work from the both of you 👌👍🇦🇺
Absolutely. Aluminum would be so much lighter and last almost forever. But it would probably cost 10x the price and require welding skills and a tig welder or aluminum spool gun. Use what you got. Build looks great, . Most people would be intimidated to take on a project like this
Man that thing is awesome!
That's really nice work!!
Thank you so much!
That's awesome you and your dad had this project!!! That thing is built like a tank!!! With the weight make sure the truck can haul it safely!
Looks sturdy. Nice
Awesome job 👌
I will recommend using 1/2 nail & 1/2 screw. Example if you use 4 screw instead use 2&2.
Screw will hold everything in vibration but can potentially break, nails are flexible
Yes good point, I used screws because I didn’t have a nail gun, but nails are a great option
any project you can build with your dad, even a cat litter box, showcases the relationship your dad built with you. Count your lucky stars and great slide in too
I myself like 2 × 3 and then use 2×2 everywhere I can but yall did a nice job for sure ....great craftsmanship...
steel studs be a lot easier to work with and lighter
Much lighter!!
Tube steel.
i wanted to use metal, but honestly i'm clueless when it comes to working with that stuff. If i tackle another build i'd go for metal 100%
As long as you have a flat slab, laminated panels of 4× 8 polystyrene foam board. Lightweight, and already insulated. Gorilla glue works.
ouuu another great idea!
What an awesome job.... You should come up with those call THEM the father's son campers .
Appreciate the comment! I love that idea! Not sure we have it in us to keep building them 😥 but maybe a guide for people to build their own!
Nice ! , But if you want it light weight and strong, it should be fabricated out of light weight aluminum, personally I would love to be able to hone my welding skills, to learn aluminum mig and Tig welding Skills, if not for a camper, a race car or cross cart frame !
I couldn't agree more. I didn't use aluminum because we rushed it a bit, and I had no idea how to work with metal. Wood is just easier to work with, but one day an aluminum build would be awesome! I hope you do those things! Good luck!!
Badass guys
You should glue and screw every joint VERY COOL 😁👍
Thank you!!
@user-qq4st5yz8e Your DUMB lmao 🤣. Did you really think I would care about your silly little comment from the peanut gallery. Obviously you don't know your ass from your elbow when it comes to structural integrity. The frame is going to be constantly moving unlike a house the screws will eventually fail weather it be stripping out the holes or shearing if you glue and screw the joints they will never fail especially if you use a glue like PL 400 . Thanks for the laugh at least very amusing 😄 😆 🤣
From building one with an aluminum square tube frame I can tell you the space to weight ratio is lopsided. When camper company’s used wood it was 2”square max and those were heavy.
Yup, you're probably right on this one. I had no idea what I was doing when I started and I didn't copy any builds.
Awesome
Working with your pops!
it's all that matters when it's all said and done.
Use 1x2 , 2x2 pine and steel stud. Way lighter and cheaper and just as strong.
make sure to use nails not screws, the vibrations are tough on the shear strength of a nail, that's why 90% of the old style campers where 1x2s nailed together with a whole lot of wood glue!
Looks heavy af
its not light lol
How'd they do it?
They started from the bottom.
we tried at least!
Definitely sturdy but a lot unnecessary/inefficient bracing just a lot of extra weight with not much gain
I think i can agree with you there! the interesting part is I really have no idea (especially when building this) where the best trade off between strength and weight lies
Nice Job !
thank you!
galvanized studs would have been the answer a lot lighter but yet just as strong
I would use 2x3s for frame. Much lighter, yet still strong. Glue and screw every joint. Plywood gussets in key corners.
well built nice work
Thank you!
Fantastic Build. looking in from Ireland 👌 🇮🇪
My dad built one in the late 50"s and we traveled from Chicago to California.
whow. great work.
I would’ve used metal studs the 2 x 3 version by building a Web can be very strong and very light
Metal is just a better option all together, but a bit harder to work with
@@HondroB You’d be very very surprised I’m talking about thin metal stuff you cut with a pair of slippers quite amazing incredibly strong do some research good luck
Should’ve used 2x2 for most of it
If i could go back in time, i would use 2x2 100%
I used to help a guy installing aluminum studs to build walls and it was strong and lighter.
You should used steel tubing. It's stronger. It won't flex. Then you could use plywood to the steel tubing. It looks good but you can't solidify the joint as if you welded them.
Shit gone fall apart 😂😂
don't worry about what you should have done differently and just worry about getting as much time as you can like this in with your dad sadly one dad time like this together won't be possible
Did you consider using metal studs for part of the construction? Stronger and lightweight.
Yes I did, overall I’d say metal is a better option, but it’s harder to work with, wood is very easy and very accessible to work with so that’s why I went with it
Could this have been done with 1x1 frame boards?
Yes i would recommend a 2x2 frame!
Looks good. 2x2's all the way tho.
Thanks! And yeah I agree!
You did a great job, at least as good as most TCS, but the end of the day it's built like a storage shed. Wood isn't road worthy
Haha I love this comment. The funny thing is, today the camper is used as a storage shed more than a truck camper.
Heavy AF… hope you’re running this on a flatbed F-650 😂😂😂😂
haha i wish :(
Could have used metal studs
I definitely could have
Are you guys gonna put that on a 3/4 ton 1 t or a 5 t that is gonna weigh a lot But it really looks good real heavy though
Metal studs would have saved you lot of weight. And they are cheaper and easier to work with.
Be proud of yourself to go through the hard work not many people will through what you did.
What does the camper weigh? You inspired me to build one myself based off your design🤙🏼
Awesome that’s so cool! Depending on what truck you have try and build it a bit lighter than mine! Mine weighs about 1200 pounds.
@@HondroB Also looking to put it on a Taco
@@munjunkmonkey okay nice!! i'll be honest it is a bit heavy for the taco, it works fine but it is definitely a a bit of a hasstle to drive. If you can keep it lighter than mine with 2x2 framing, and maybe a lot more aluminum that be awesome! if i were to re-build id probably try and do an aluminum frame tbh.
@@munjunkmonkey just my honest opinion!
@@HondroB I think me and my dad are gonna give it a go with a mix of framing types like you mentioned. Do you plan on publishing your plans for purchase? I also followed you on instagram
What happened is you built a shed for your truck bed.
This things is going to be SO heavy when it's done. Hope you have an F350. lol
Curious on what this camper project cost$
140 man hours to frame that? I'd like to see the final weight of it!
That things gotta weigh more then some 10ft campers
Good job sir
Thank you kind sir.
Did you consider using metal studs
yesss, i just don't know how to work with metal.. wood is way easier. metal would have been a way better option, but I didn't have a welder/any welding experience etc.
nice but man I'll bet shes some heavy ?
she's not light she comes in at around 1200 lbs
2×4s kinda over kill, takes up a lot of space, really sturdy,,,,,
Why on Earth did you not use two by twos looks good though
Honestly at the end of the day, it's because I had no idea what I was doing lol. I built this rig with 0 experience, so as the saying goes, ya live and ya learn :/
2×4 on a camper?
lol, i never said it was a good idea 😂
AWESOME! GENIUS*
Now that's craftsmanship.
Thank you 🙏
U obviously haven’t seen someone with actual skill!
@@chriskibodeaux9818 looks good to me, down here in the south we fix everything with zip ties and Duck Tape.
@@mrcrowley6296 no we don’t!
2x2
Yup 😅
I use spax screws when working with soft woods.
Way to much material but it's sturdy that's for sure
I took one look and thought… 2x2 would be better. Didn’t know you’d agree with me before video was over
hahaha, ya, it's a truck camper, but it's far from perfect.
Nice work 👍👍👍👍👍
Thank you! Cheers!
2×3
Nice but then there was woodworm..
Crazy 🤪
haha very crazy!
Use metal studs
Split the difference use 2x3
Agreed. great option!
A Why does a truck camper cost $40,000 ? yes your camper may be a bit heavy but it looks like it's nice and strong.
I spent 40K building one with an AL frame because the factory models are 60 plus.
it's so true, mine cost $6k CAD at the end of the day... she's not perfect but she gets the job done.
@@HondroB Screw what anyone thinks lik u said it does what u need it to.
Funny thing is I see more homemade truck campers than ever nowadays.
With all those 2x4s you shouldn't get blown over in strong wind.
it definitely has the strength, it's held up the test of time too.
How much
Next time use aluminum
I don't get why people just don't get pull behind trailers
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why 2x2 ?
Geez that's a lot of weight. Aluminum would have been better. Better gas mileage with the lighter weight.
Trust me 2x2 would of made your solid build JUNK . hey if you dont like it i will buy it.
hahah appreciate that!! well i could be down to sell it haha
60 to 70 hours for that? I've seen houses framed in, in 2 or 3 days
haha man i guess that makes us insanely slow! this was my first time working with power tools so i had a lot to learn, but yup slow and steady.
@@HondroB well I guess if you don't know what you are doing. I guess it's best to go slow.
Square windows bad idea
yup i have heard this before, if they break/stop working i'll have to replace them
That's waaaaay over built, and will weigh significantly more than it needs to.
There are videos of builds using light and strong framing and panels, which are perfectly strong and don't weigh much.
The weight of that thing..what that has To weight 3000lbs.r u nuts using 2x4 traditional framing
Only 15,475 lbs!
hahaha
tjats to heavy n high
it is very top heavy.
@@HondroB yes top
heavy
Oh yeah. Are u a robot?
I wish I was that’d be cool!
Way too heavy and top heavy..
Buy a welder kiddo
I take it ur dad is a carpenter and not a welder
bang on!! Actually he's not a carpenter, but he's handy with wood. he was very against metal/welding but thats just his skill set haha
Looks mint whats the inside like
Next one try metal studs. 20 times stronger than wood. And 10 times lighter.
Probably should of just made it out of aluminum
7 days to frame that?!!!
slow and steady hahah
Looks heavy
I used to build these at my old job we used aluminum tubing wood is to heavy
Thats so awesome! I wish I used aluminum but hey you live and you learn.