How to Build a DIY Travel Trailer - Aluminum Exterior and more (Part 2)
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- Опубликовано: 28 авг 2024
- Part 2 of the How to build a DIY Travel Trailer Project. Adding the window framing, additional support structure, wheel wells, flooring, aluminum siding with VHB tape and more! ... oh yes, and I beef up the trailer tongue a bit too!
Please let me know if you have any questions :)
Joe
Big thanks to Industrial Metal Supply for partnering with me and supplying some of the steel for this project! Check them out online or one of their awesome stores!
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Note about the tape: The VHB tape I used for this project was CV62f and CV45F. It is very expensive, upwards of $100 per roll at most places I found. I ended up purchasing it from SRI-Supplies.com for about $50/per roll.. which was the best price I found anywhere. I paid full price and did not get a discount but just wanted to mention it in case anyone is looking for it and haven't found a good affordable source for it :)
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homesteadonomics about how much do you think it would cost to build one of these?
Wow looks awesome
Can you please provide a listing of all materials and lengths needed to build your projects without a paywall for everyone outside USA
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how many lights does a cargo trailer legally need?
homesteadonomics What is the name of that sheeting metal you used for the sides & roof of the camper? I don't have the same metal shop supple place here in Florida panhandle. If I find anything like it ...I'm sure it will probably fall under a different brand or name.
Not bad for your 1st trailer build. Some tips from someone who was in the RV business for 20+ years. 1. If you are going to run water lines, gas lines, installing grey, sewage, and fresh water tanks, you will want to run those underneath your floor and then have them insulated, heated and self-contained (covered). A polyurethane bottom to enclose your plumbing will protect it from the elements, plus give you additional storage space. By placing your tanks above the floor removes a great deal of your living space. 2. Make sure you have room for your power converter, hot water heater, furnace inside the trailer. You can build those into your living areas. I would also consider framing for an air conditioner instead of a fan for the roof. You will be much more comfortable. 3. Make sure that you use windows that will allow you to have an additional escape in case of fire. If your door is blocked, you will still be able to get out. Good luck with your build, it looks great.
Really wish that Industrial Metal Supply was on the East coast. Just the weekend hours alone would get good business.
Really nice work on the trailer. Thanks for sharing.
Did that for years, worked for 2 big RV Companies. Weld dept, Chassis Prep, Floor Dept., and Rough Electrical.
You did a great job!! Hahahaha Me personally, I'd never buy a RV most are junk. Everything except the Chassis and frames, is plastic and the wood used is kindling.
But to build your own, YES!! YOU SIR ARE GOOD.
This trailer looks stronger than most of the trailers available on the market. Congratulations on the way for expanding your lovely family.
I hope it will be... but as long as it's strong enough for our camping trips.. that'll be all the matters :)
Joe, been watching and commenting for a long time - this whole Homesteadonomics journey you're on is pretty legendary. Please keep it up.
Thanks so much RMH! I always love seeing you comment and I appreciate your kind words too! In the social media world the kind people keep you going forward, even amidst the weirdos and trolls....lol :)
I'm willing to bet that this trailer is better built than 99% of the factories that make them. Your build game is SOLID. Congrats on another subscriber!
Watching this years later since you first posted and it never gets old! I miss your projects filmed in full because you just do a good job and have great ideas… anyways I really loved this, my Dad is nearly 70 and still plays hard by driving from KS to NM and anyways I had to watch this again because he’s looking for a cool teardrop trailer to stay in when on the road and I needed ideas. My personal favorite has been your workshop! I loved the first mitre station and then the cabinets you built! I don’t know why but I’m obsessed with storage and cabinets lol and how you built out this trailer is impressive even including a toilet and then much later when you built your pull out grill station!
Just bought a 1976 caravan and will be doing the same thing, you have inspired me, even tho some family members have taken the ....,but it will be a food trailer, I will be living my dreams as they go about there rat racing existence. Thank you for your advice.
is there anything you can't build?you're so talented and gifted
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And what's wrong with you?
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Sometimes it's just a matter of doing it for yourself. You chose your man for some reason, don't knock his apathy, you married it. If you build something, and he helps, bonus.
Exactly what I was thinking.
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Can't believe the siding is just attached with sticky tape! Modern materials are amazing. Awesome project sir - looking forward to the next video.
yes, it's crazy how just tape can hold it on... but some trailers have been using it for years with success... if for somereason it fails I figure I can always add screws or rivest later :)
Spending your time creating personal projects in a peaceful setting, what a wonderful way to live.
Great progress Joe.
Every project take longer than expected- you'll get there.
haha... yes, they certainly do take longer... wish they didn't but so many things come up that you don't plan for at the start :)
Dude, if the trailervmanufacturers built them the way youbdid this, theyvwould go out of business as their trailers would last forever.. You sir have 'mad skills' when it comes to metel fabricating. A most excellant build. OUTSTANDING!!!!
I bought a tiny 5' X 8' barely used carson enclosed trailer. I made it into a tiny off road camper with a couch bed...it was a fraction of the price of a moby 1. So one thing I forgot to do at the stage you left this video at is adding backing for a grab handlebar the door. And another thing, get a roof fan with a thermostat. You will love it... when it gets really chilly it will automatically turn off. Or if it's summer you can have it kick on above say, 90 degrees. So finally add a couple wall mounted marine fans, if you just need a breeze. Lots of led lights. Looking good!
Joe, I recommend fabricating some kind of plate and welding that to the tongue instead of welding that jack directly to the frame. In my experience, those A-frame tongue jacks get destroyed pretty easily, and for stupid reasons, and it will make sense to be able to just unbolt the old one and bolt on a new one.
yes, that is seemingly the best idea... you and several others have mentioned it and it makes total sense.... already looking at my scrap pile right now for pieces that I can make into a mounting plate :)
I can see why it took a while to upload this video, there is a lot of work you did in a short time! I am impressed with how good it looks even with only the framing. Great job and I look forward to the next update.
haha... yes, it went slow battling the wind and other little parts and pieces. but little by little it will make it... I can't wait to post a video of camping in it...haha!!
That's going to be a solid trailer! Much better than factory built.
Trick for VHB tape. If you ever need to remove something use a piece of fish line to saw behind the joint to remove it.
that's a great idea mary! hopefully I won't have to use it... but good ti know!
This is probably the most bullet-proof tow-behind I've ever seen.
thanks Edmund! it's still got a long way to go but little by little it'll get there :)
I noticed a few comments about the nuts and bolts. One thing that I noticed while you were tightening the nuts, you put the bolt up from underneath. I would think the bolt should go down from the top that way if the nut ever came loose bolt wouldn't fall out. Your commentary is always spot on and workmanship is fantastic. Really great work and I love the fact of involving the family. Thanks for sharing your talent and videos, Rodney
Very respectable job, for someone learning as you go you are learning fast. It looks to be build better then 100% of the RV industries builds on a daily basis.
You have some serious skills there, man!
thanks Doug!
I cannot believe how nice this is turning out! Your channel is inspiring and I really enjoy the time you put into the videos you make as well as the incredible projects you come up with.
Thanks RipB! I appreciate that a lot!
Joe
be sure to thank everyone that has taught and supported your learning because you are an incredibly useful man. great video
zehnsechz thanks! Yes I am appreciative of my parents and everyone that has contributed to my upbringing😀👍
I am from Iran and I always follow your clips and wait for Part 3. thank you
Mahdi Hosseini thanks for checking it out Mahdi! And great to hear from Iran 🇮🇷😀👍
Totally AMAZING! That is going to be a really sweet unit.
thank you Greg! I'm sure hoping it will!
Joe, I'm really in Awe....😲 sooo talented my friend!!! ~Jay.
Thanks Jay! I appreciate it buddy!
Joe
Ive always wanted to build a trailer, great work Joe. (FYI, other RUclipsrs) we have been in a heat wave June 2018, 108 degrees..dont cook yourself Joe !!
haha... it has been a bit warm... problem for me is once I start on something it's hard to stop until I;m done... usually just wet my shirt and hat and get to it until they dry out then I start over again....lol
I like your use of wood supports, non-structurally to add support for windows and other points.
Very Cool! Can't wait to see the finished project. We LOVE small campers!
Thanks! I love those scamps!! so cool.... will go check you guys out!
Great progress! Love seeing the process and can't wait until the finished product! Good luck!
thanks Scooter! I can't wait either!
beautiful welding, I have done something similar. Construction was different. Nothing can compare with the satisfaction of seeing the end product build. It often went more about thinking 5 steps or more in advance before actually building. Somehow you always find something to improve or change.
thanks jannie! yes, thinking about the next few steps is actually the biggest part of this... thinking about how the current implementation will affect future things like cabinets, etc,.
Beutiful work. I'm a welder by trade for 35 years. I used to work for a company in PA that did coustomize work for a trailer company. The trailer company had a carpenter / cabinet company to do the interiors. Was interesting n challenging work.
Looking good so far Joe.... You've done a really nice job with it !
Thanks Mark!!
It is really pleasure to see the trailer getting into shape... I was really eagerly waiting for this part 2 since I saw the part 1... It is nice to see you making those big projects so easily... Keep it up sir... Good wishes for the rest of the project... God bless you...
Thanks Sounak! I'm really enjoying this build... albeit a tough one... but hopefully in the end I'll be rewarded with years of camping trips in it:) and God bless you too!
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Guess I should have waited to ask my question about prepping the steel with printer/paint until this video. Question answered. This is incredible.
Nice job! i would run a bead of sikaflex on the inside of the aluminium panels along the frame.. sure that tape is good but some extra strength wouldn't hurt especially because would be so simple to do
I've heard some great things about sikaflex! lots of folks use it on teardrops and other campers with great success:)
Wow, it's coming along nicely! Our summer heat has taken the steam out of me for sure, I hope you're hanging in there. I need to shift my schedule around to working on my projects at night cause 108 this week isn't for the faint of heart!
Thanks! yes, this heat has really made working on this thing hard.... but I just wet down the hat and shirt and think about camping in it in the white mountains :)
after watching both videos, people disliked this because they are scared of work. I enjoyed this build. Thank you! It didn't matter to me the materials or what not you used,, it was your build and nobody else.. WTG awesome job. My bro loved it and is using it to build his. thank you again
well thats slicker than a newborn baby. fantastic job so far. keep it up.
Mark Cobb haha! Thanks mark!!!
I've been patiently waiting for this Awesome update. You sir did not disappoint, the workarounds you came up with for bending the sheet metal was genius and thinking about the future adding things that may or may not get used was a great idea as doing it later would be a pain I'm thinking. I Can't wait for the next video. Thank you for sharing and as always Keep Building👍
Thanks Todd! this has been a fun project... tiring but still a lot of fun... and those work arounds and future plannings are enjoyable to figure... most of the time that is ;)
homesteadonomics, could you say which video starts this series? I came in on part 2, but am anxious to see the previous ones. I’m enjoying the other videos you’ve done, also.
I'm curious to see how much it will weigh once it is finished, dont weld the jack, weld a plate and then bolt the jack to the plate. I had to replace a jack that was welded and it was a pain in the butt, I bolted the new jack in so it will be easier to replace if it breaks again. Use tubing to run all your electrical wiring in case you have to modify or replace it in the future.
I'm shooting for low 2k range in weight. It's not going to be a light trailer but I'll be happy if it ends up around the 2100-2250 range. as for the jack, yes I do like the idea of being able to replace the jack so I'm definitely leaning towards adding a piece of steel and bolting.... you and a couple others mentioned that and makes total sense :D
Impressive. Nice job with the welded frame and taped siding. Clean and roomy. Your family should enjoy this for many years.
Finally somebody who knows how to weld on RUclips, I would have gone a little cooler on the fender mounts though lol
Wow! That's really impressive. You have a rare talent. Subscribed!
Thanks paul! and welcome to the channel! :)
Joe
The trailer is really looking good Joe! Thanks for sharing the video.😎👍JP
thanks JP!!!
You're very welcome Joe! 😎
You are a patient, inventive, persistent man. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you for taking the time to show all the details in your workmanship on this trailer. You did not rush anything and it was very well put together. I have learned from your patience. Great job !!
Remember to build triangles for the best of strength in your structure.
Looking good, the white aluminium is sharp! Really interested to see how the tape holds up. Every part of me is disagreeing with it but if it's been used commercially then you can't really argue
We used VHB to repair a friends camper roof. Tree had punched a hole in it. Cleaned down to bare aluminum, made a nice looking patch, used the tape then some camper seal caulk(stuff is way different than normal caulk) and it has lasted 5 years of MN weather so far. Hard to see the patch because his roof has that rubberized roof coating stuff on it and it got a whole new coat to keep other seams from leaking...
Thanks Robin! its crazy to think about but it's got a great track record... worse comes to worse I can always add rivets later :)
btw... I hope you are getting some good two hour stints of sleep through the night ;) gets easier after the first 3 months!
If you add rivets later, don't forget to put plastic top hat washers under them so you don't electrically connect the steel to the aluminium, or else you'll get galvanic corrosion. That's an advantage to that tape that you didn't mention.
As long as the surface prep was done correctly (which he did) the VHB tape should actually provide a stronger bond than rivets. It has the benefit of being more flexible than rivets and providing some protection against water intrusion along the seam.
But I dont know the name of the tape that was used to hold up aluminium
I'm sharing this series of videos with my husband. We have an older camper trailer that we want to dismantle and rebuild/modify, and you're doing a great job with this one.
This trailer is built to last. You should feel proud of what you've done here.
It looks sooo good Joe!
Thanks Bob!
Wonderful ! Finally this video :)
Thanks for your video. Extremely helpful as I'm about to build my own tiny camper on the back of a Japanese Kei Truck.
Just a tip for your floor. I used regular hardware and 3 years after it was rusted enough to break. I went and used some galvanized nuts and bolts I had left over from fencing my back yard and now no issues. When i refloored my car trailer i used them again where i could and they still look like they did 8 years ago now. I'm in the midwest so winter roads is one but parking around or on grass will rust the underside fast. Also run any trailer light wiring underneath to have access if a need arises.
Yes, I probably should have done that now that you mention it... but we don't plan on traveling too much into cold areas during winter where salt it used... but now that you mention it I do kinda wish I would have done that...haha As for wiring that is the plan so far, and for the access that you mentioned......
but darn it.. you got me still thinking about switching those nuts and bolts out...lol ;)
And if you do it, remember to add Thread lock in it.... lol
After searching several days this is the best videos I have found.
looking good, love those beads of weld
thanks!!!
Ohhh! I'm going to share this with a friend Who built a camper trailer. He's refitting the floor plan, so maybe he can get some ideas from you?
Thanks Cara! I'm still trying to figure my own floor plan...lol
What's most impressive is the number of skills this man possesses!
Wow, your craftsmanship and fabrication skills are reaching all new levels. Very professional looking build so far. Keep it up.
thanks so much Dibley!
What's the thickness of the Alluminum panels?...24 guage, 18 guage?
The only thing I can say is you are the man awesome project I like it :)
Thanks TJ! Always appreciated sir!!!
This started with a FREE axle! Thousands of dollars and hundreds of hours later..great testament to determination and 'stick to it' ness.
Very cool!!! I look forward to the next video!!!
Baikal Wild Fishing thanks! Btw...I just watched a documentary on lake baikal just last night...truly amazing! Very interesting place that I’d never really known much about. I’d bet your fishing adventures are pretty awesome! 😀
Welcome to Baikal!!! www.baikal-wild-fishing.ru
Amazing job we really appreciate you sharing learnt a lot!
Good Job! Hey maybe use the “pipe dream” as a way to take out compose from a toilet. Just a thought.
Thank you for sharing! God bless you!
I'm just shaking my head in disbelief the whole time.. I can't believe one person is building a TT from scratch!
Very nice construction. This thing is built to last many years.
thanks! I hope so :)
Nice work bro!
Thanks PC!
It has been really cool to follow the progress of your trailer. I'm really curious about how you are going to build the internal walls finishing as we don't really know yet how we are going to do in our tiny shipping container house. Hopefully, you do it on time for us to learn and use this knowledge on our project. hehehe thanks a lot for sharing!😊
Odd Life Crafting thanks! If you want, check out my shipping container shop build series...I added drywall/Sheetrock to the inside walls. And also, my shipping container playhouse project that I built for my daughter. I used plywood to make the interior walls on that build. I have about 3-4 videos on that one. Hope that helps and I’ll go check out your channel now😀👍
I have seen all your shop videos but we plan to do on plywood. Your daughter’s tiny house videos I did watch some but I don’t remember watching the one about the plywood wall. i will definitely check it out!! Thanks a lot!! 😊😊
Subbed you... great vids and great to hear from Brazil!! :)
Thanks a lot!! For sure you have been a great inspiration for us!! 😊
Construction adhesive some 2x3s to the grooves in the walls and then you have studs to fasten to
Wow...so far I am very impressed with your craftsmanship and thoughtful engineering plan/design. Sadly this is becoming a long lost art in America. Kudos and congrats for reminding us all what we are still capable of achieving when we are properly motivated.
I appreciate your ingenuity. Your knowledge of the types and availability of materials and their application, to include the use of power and non-power tools really shows your expertise. A+
I would recommend that you bolt on the trailer jack.
Yup! First time you hit a rock or a steep driveway and fold it back you will be swearing at having to grind welds!
I am very interested in seeing exactly how you going to seal the seams especially the corners.
it will be mostly seam-seal tape and butyl tape.. and then on the overlaps where the void is larger I will use some levelling sealant to 'flow' into the void area. hope that made sense:)
Do you plan on using any sealant/tape on the vertical panel seams ?
Just my 2¢, but I would have made the front about 1"-2" taller to guarantee that rain flows off the roof.
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Your craftsmanship is seriously admirable. I hope i can someday have the creativity and skills that you have.
Can't wait to get to this stage on out square drop camper build.
You should be happy with the progress thus far. You're doing an awesome job on the trailer. I envy your metal working skills. Have you ever thought of holding meetups to introduce metal working/welding to the DIY community that follows you?
thanks John! I am happy with it... just wish I had a couple weeks of the windy weather back and turned into more progress... hoping to have it ready by August ;)
as for meetups, I've definitely thought about it. The issue is where/when,etc,.... the wife doesn't really want anything at home for obvious reasons. but perhaps maybe something at an IMS might be something I could look into... not sure, but I will think about it!
Maybe a deal could be made with your neighbour to use his new shop seminar center. the old guy Bert
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Wow! Amazing abilities! I now know which welder I'm going to buy. Thanks for your videos.
Mark Grantom thanks mark! I really appreciate that😀
And yes, about the welder...can’t recommend it enough!! I really love being able to have all functions at the ready! Hoping to soon be able to try tig and a spool gun with this machine! Spool gun will be first as I want to weld an aluminum tongue box for this trailer😀👍
That's what I plan on doing too, aluminum welding. I didn't realize that there were multi-purpose welders at a decent price.
Very Nice Job. What I liked was your attention to detail & quality craftsmanship I have built a few smaller size trailers just to sell. I am building a small 4x8 party tailgater for my son who is a regular
Ticket holder for the Chargers Games just so if he has one to many beers, He can sleep it off, and not drive. Great Job
I’ve been waiting forever to watch this video Joe! Haha starting to really look like a trailer man awesome job! Excited for part 3, and can’t wait to see how you finish the inside up!
Thanks Zach! Its' been a process to say the least... haha but the MDC shirt pushed me through to the finish line ;)
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Are you going to add leveling jackets? If so, will they be manual or electric?
Hi Darryl, Yes, I'll be adding some stabilizer jacks... manual most likely. I'm still deciding between some flip down jacks and aluminum A frame style ones. the flip down ones look really cool but the a frame ones seem more reliable... decisions decisions... LOL :)
Awesome to see u put some thought into it sealing all the wood I'm rebuilding a slide in truck camper all the wood was rotted out because nothing was sealed it is now every piece all sides awesome trailer much better built then any thing u can buy
Yes, I've seen a lot of rebuilds online showing the rotted out wood and I'm trying to do all that before hand in hopes of saving problems down the road :)
I've been watching you for the last few days and I'm amazed great job so far.
Outstanding! Subscribed !
thanks Stevey!
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Seriously cool dude !!! That weld of yours is spot on professional.
Thanks Charl! I'm not sure if it would be pro quality but certainly good enough for me :)
You a better job than most coach builder’s
Sweet.
thanks!
Mighty daggone amazing, Joe!! Will you have any red tape or hoops to jump through to make it street legal?
Thanks! as far as making it licensed.. I won't go into any of that on the videos but I don't anticipate much of a problem. Most states have details of what you need to have done for that.... but it varies greatly from state to state
Don-MN/ A note on return of trailer if stolen: Stick your return address label inside tail lights and side markers if possible. A Warden or Trooper sees a close match and signs of tampering and tongue ID missing can remove light covers and get your info from within ! We have 30-40 thousand dollar fish houses for Ice Fishing and Summer camping. Hurts to have one stolen. I believe it's harder to steal again with rebuilt knees ! Your videos are top line. Thanks, Don. PS, I'd put rebar inside angle iron top of lock; Disc would not reach through and rebar would rotate, for longer cutting time and sparks should draw attention or run his battery down !! Paranoid ? You bet.
I had some initial doubts that this thing would be a giant steel monstrosity, but it's turning out fantastic with some really clever design patterns. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us next.
Vhb is good stuff. Those panels arent going anywhere.
I'm happy with it so far! It was expensive but at the benefit of having less holes in the skin, definitely worth it:)
От класс! Ну че блять у нас так тяжело узаконить такую самоделку? .вот тебе и Европа ..,у нас явно власть против народа...
On a trailer that size you'd have brakes right?
Really, really cool! Never heard of that high bond tape, looks like the perfect solution!
thanks Luke! it is pretty crazy stuff... expensive but amazingly strong!
I'm from Brazil and I'm already thinking about building my own.
Cool
thanks Carsten!