Cargo Trailer to Camper Conversion - Full Build

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  • Опубликовано: 1 янв 2025
  • I finally finished the build of my cargo camper! Then I finally put this video together :)
    This is the full build from start to finish showing all the major step and the finished product.
    Check out my other videos for detailed breakdowns of each step. Let me know what you think in the comments. Thanks for watching!

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  • @befreebuilds
    @befreebuilds  2 года назад +10

    Since I've gotten so many questions about the cost, I put together a short video breaking down how much it cost
    ruclips.net/video/77lgbSJ_AyA/видео.html

    • @kevinhorgan2770
      @kevinhorgan2770 2 года назад +1

      Well done mate.
      Made with pride and attention to detail.
      Good job and enjoy your labour.

    • @bettykline348
      @bettykline348 Год назад +3

      I guarantee it is built much better than any trailer you could buy today.

    • @Circleupfl
      @Circleupfl Год назад +1

      How much is it a hassle to take to rv resorts? Some of them won’t allow homemade builds like this. Is it ever a problem for you guys?

    • @ladyinafjsuzyq7417
      @ladyinafjsuzyq7417 Год назад

      This is absolutely the best conversion trailer camper that I have ever seen..awesome job.

  • @bradley7192
    @bradley7192 2 года назад +32

    One of the best builds I have seen, and the wannabes still want to tell you shoulda, coulda, woulda, but haven't.

    • @reyesbiz101
      @reyesbiz101 2 года назад +3

      I concur

    • @murphyzlaw13
      @murphyzlaw13 2 года назад +6

      For real man, I'm so tired of people being so damn hateful. This man just made a really nice camper.

    • @Jordan-jx6zc
      @Jordan-jx6zc 2 года назад

      Great job bro. Looks amazing.

    • @murrayreid2644
      @murrayreid2644 Год назад

      Great build, well thought through. Thank you.

  • @adventureswithadrienne
    @adventureswithadrienne Год назад +5

    10.12.2023
    You have no idea how therapeutic it was watching this whole vide. Thank you so much.

  • @cn9630
    @cn9630 Год назад +13

    Of all the HUNDREDS of builds I've seen, THIS WAS THE MOST HELPFUL😀❣️

  • @adamspencer6666
    @adamspencer6666 3 месяца назад +3

    I have seen a bunch of build vids and I really like how you did a step by step tutorial with a pretty basic layout

  • @rakereldridge6210
    @rakereldridge6210 Год назад +8

    I am a seamstress and know how difficult matching angles and patterns can be. You did a great job making diamonds at the end of your cushions! The whole build looks great!

  • @chirogirl67550
    @chirogirl67550 Год назад +3

    My husband is a retired BA for 22,000 union carpenters and he said you did an excellent job on this build-out. It’s amazing! Peace and Blessings

  • @marcussmith4913
    @marcussmith4913 2 года назад +9

    all jokes aside this is actually one of the more impressive builds out there. I admire your work sir.

  • @jenniferwatson1434
    @jenniferwatson1434 3 месяца назад +2

    Great video!! Just what I was looking for!!! All the necessities without all the fillers!!!

  • @rigobertomiranda6320
    @rigobertomiranda6320 7 месяцев назад +1

    It's probably one of the best step by step video on how to complete this build. Nicely done!

  • @joyhouse2334
    @joyhouse2334 5 месяцев назад +1

    Finally a cargo trailer that’s not a v nose. I’ve been looking for something I can get inspiration from an I like everything you did here. I’ll just have to do something else for my bed cause I want to haul my bike. You did a great job thanks for sharing

    • @sylviedube6630
      @sylviedube6630 2 месяца назад

      I saw a Murphy bed on another vid, very nice built, it's for their viper

  • @Gooch1989
    @Gooch1989 2 года назад +14

    I love how well you explain the process without being long winded. And the build is amazing. Gave me lots of ideas

  • @AfterAnotherAdventure
    @AfterAnotherAdventure Год назад +1

    Man you nailed it ! Awesome build very professional.

  • @Firepwr00
    @Firepwr00 Год назад +5

    The vinyl flooring attached to the wall with the white molding is outstanding..!! Great job with the whole built, looks very comfy..👍🏽

  • @michaelgarcia8271
    @michaelgarcia8271 5 месяцев назад +2

    Great build and nice narration. Enjoy!!

  • @tammyhardin4621
    @tammyhardin4621 2 года назад +1

    Thank you..thank you...thank you!! It's hard to find someone who shows all the how to dos! I needed this!

  • @ThatGuy-dj3qr
    @ThatGuy-dj3qr 2 года назад +15

    I am so impressed, not just with your build, but also the video. You did an excellent job of filming and describing your work. There area ton of sub-par videos on this subject. Yours rises well above most I have seen.

  • @AL-vw7kx
    @AL-vw7kx Год назад +1

    Awesome trailer home! I would like a window maybe those elongated ones each doors in the back .. otherwise it's perfect!

  • @youcanthide004
    @youcanthide004 6 месяцев назад +2

    what an amazing build Especially for your first time incredibly impressive. You should be proud of yourself.‼️

  • @sandras.3560
    @sandras.3560 Год назад +1

    I like it a lot. What else would one need. Maybe a door for the bathroom and a diesel heater. But thats totally up to you. I would be very happy to have one like yours, and a car to pull it 😅. Happy traveling!

  • @HOPE.TheresNoPlaceLikeHomeClub
    @HOPE.TheresNoPlaceLikeHomeClub Год назад +2

    Love how you made a dry bath 🚿

  • @roadtriplover.
    @roadtriplover. Год назад +1

    Fantastic job on this build. You seem to have considered everything. Enjoy!

  • @sandycollins3613
    @sandycollins3613 Год назад +1

    I really enjoyed watching your video. I love that you don't talk unnecessary BS! Beautiful job👏

  • @ColeChapman205
    @ColeChapman205 2 года назад +19

    Thanks for this series. I’m literally copying your build ideas. Minus the shower and bed as I need that space for my ATV. I love the shiplap roof and the glue on fake wood walls.
    Where your sink is I’m gonna put a cubic mini grizzly. And then have a stove and sink.
    I’m probably gonna get the bottom of the trailer spray foamed.
    If you guys want I can post my progress so far

  • @Paintbl99
    @Paintbl99 2 года назад +2

    Wow nicely done sir

  • @MyBackyardScience
    @MyBackyardScience Год назад +1

    Fantastic build and great video! 👍 😀

  • @shawncasey3691
    @shawncasey3691 Год назад +1

    Looks great! Thanks for sharing and inspiring people like me!

  • @natureatitsbest751
    @natureatitsbest751 7 месяцев назад +1

    Amazing build! Saving this for future reference if I decide to venture into this lifestyle. Thanks a bunch. 🇨🇦😉

  • @stevesmith-ny8jb
    @stevesmith-ny8jb Год назад +2

    I am soooo glad I bumped into your channel. This is the second video of yours that Ive watched and I must say that you create with the intent to teach, and I thank you for that. Other people just talk and talk and talk and their video is 25 mics long. You speed up your videos also to abbreviate the length. As a newbie, the only input I can offer is maybe slow your speech a little and offer the make and model of the items youre installing. Other than that, I cannot thank you enough for your time and effort to help others. God Bless you sir! 👍

  • @mark_osborne
    @mark_osborne Год назад +1

    Fabtastic ! esp love the vinyl floor wall covering- brilliant

  • @josephgeorgeejr7039
    @josephgeorgeejr7039 2 года назад +1

    The ceiling is perfect with the gap between shiplap an insulation makes a thermal barrier

  • @DanielDaniel-eu9yq
    @DanielDaniel-eu9yq Год назад +1

    Hello. Very neet work. The vinyle flooring to the walls is genius.

  • @Docholliday1106
    @Docholliday1106 2 года назад +4

    The rear doors can open up to some cool opportunities. Add an awning and a screen, and you can potentially have a great view during meals or enjoying a frosty beverage.

    • @befreebuilds
      @befreebuilds  2 года назад +2

      Yeah I love how it opens up the space so much

  • @dhmtbr2551
    @dhmtbr2551 2 года назад +2

    Looks good dude.

  • @lauratibbles6598
    @lauratibbles6598 10 месяцев назад +2

    You have given me some great ideas for a cargo conversion build that I would like to do I’m retired and want to travel the country and so therefore I’m looking for ideas that will last long as I will be living in this most of the time… thank you in advance for any input that you can offer

  • @pop4725
    @pop4725 Год назад +1

    Genius ! Great build

  • @dustinpaul8968
    @dustinpaul8968 Год назад +1

    Great looking build.

  • @leannadelone5696
    @leannadelone5696 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this build!! My husband and I are making plans to live off-grid and nomadic. All things being built for success, he is required to have his own man cave...uh, trailer. My image is that his private space will be pulled behind our stealth wagon.
    All the things you have put in your trailer are what we are looking to have for him... except a soaking tub instead of a shower.
    Thank you for sharing!!

  • @Jonboy4371
    @Jonboy4371 Год назад +2

    This is the best one I have seen yet

  • @Giitzerland
    @Giitzerland Год назад +6

    For people doing vinyl on walls, or floor, it's best to use a 1/16" V-notch trowel(1/8" for floors if level, 3/16"-1/4" if uneven surface)to spread the mastic(glue), it will give you a much more uniform, and reliable surface to stick your vinyl to. I'd also suggest using a multi-purpose mastic, to get with moisture, mold, and water proofing.

  • @bryanhumphrey4072
    @bryanhumphrey4072 2 года назад +3

    Outstanding!! This is one of the best build videos I have seen.

  • @bradford4570
    @bradford4570 2 года назад +1

    That's a beauty, this is definitely something I would love to do once my finances allow me to, I'm really impressed that you were able to add the bathroom, I always thought there wouldn't be enough space but you proved me wrong

  • @lauratibbles6598
    @lauratibbles6598 11 месяцев назад +2

    I love it and it looks great thank you for sharing 😊

  • @theresad6990
    @theresad6990 2 года назад +2

    Great video! I was nice to be able to see all the steps you took throughout the project as opposed to just seeing a few photos and then an end product. Nice job.

  • @maryscheidler8327
    @maryscheidler8327 Год назад +2

    AWES😄ME, PRESENTATION❗
    Beautiful job. I really liked it ALL.
    To the point, short & sweet. 😁👌👍

  • @raystone8110
    @raystone8110 2 года назад +2

    Great build. I like the way you illustrated all the major builds steps in this relatively short video!

  • @NKBobcat
    @NKBobcat 2 года назад +1

    The separate toilet in the batheroom is a winner! This was fun to watch and turned out great! Depending upon houw long it took you, you can make some money turning out this model and a 16' model as well!

  • @jamesalfiero7289
    @jamesalfiero7289 Год назад +2

    yo this is the best conversion i ever seen exactly how i would like it if i had one.Great job be proud of yourself.

  • @KittyKAT666Meow
    @KittyKAT666Meow 2 года назад +4

    Oh man i learned so much from this channel than i did watching other RUclipsrs. Definitely sticking to this channel to learn how to build stuff

  • @Ardell57
    @Ardell57 2 года назад +2

    Excellent job young man. You are very talented. Continued blessings on your future projects.

  • @leem200
    @leem200 2 года назад +1

    What a beautiful camper. You did a fabulous job on it. Love the bathroom. Peace!

  • @mauriceaustin3442
    @mauriceaustin3442 2 года назад +5

    Great build. I just picked up the same trailer but all aluminum with a drop down rear door. Thank you for taking the time to create this video

    • @mescko
      @mescko Год назад +1

      The drop down door would make a dandy floor for a screen porch. I'd still have a side awning, but you could also camp in Minnesota with impunity. 😁😁

  • @Mark-fo6to
    @Mark-fo6to Год назад +3

    If we cross paths you'll know why my walls are vinyl. Great build.......Top Notch

  • @LookUpTheKalergiPlanWhitePeeps
    @LookUpTheKalergiPlanWhitePeeps 2 года назад +4

    I love the way your trailer turned out, great job! If you wind up having any leaks down the road on windows or roof, try butyl tape and dicor. What you did with the walls is genius!

    • @theresad6990
      @theresad6990 2 года назад +2

      I was thinking the same thing about the butyl tape and dicor for the attchement of the roof vent and windows.

  • @Splintermill
    @Splintermill Год назад +4

    Great job dude. I’ve had the itch to do this for some time now. I own a custom cabinetry shop, so I’ve got the gear to really kick it up a few notches, but I think that’s what holds me back is my projects tend to grow in both scale and cost! You did a great job checking off all the boxes without going nuts! Hope you have a blast with it!

    • @befreebuilds
      @befreebuilds  Год назад

      I'll bet yours would look so much better with your cabinetry expertise. That was probably the part of this project that turned out the 'roughest'.

  • @eugeneenslow8563
    @eugeneenslow8563 Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing this build. The layout is very practical. Saving it for reference when I get a cargo trailer to convert. Ten 👍

  • @Winnipeg_Jets_Fan
    @Winnipeg_Jets_Fan 2 года назад +2

    Damn what a great job. Be proud of your accomplishment!

  • @newlion7013
    @newlion7013 2 года назад +3

    Nice build brother!

  • @debjustdeb4301
    @debjustdeb4301 2 года назад +2

    OUTSTANDING BUILD & VIDEO. Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @ronb8052
    @ronb8052 2 года назад +2

    Spectacular build......very impressive

  • @anyssarobertsify
    @anyssarobertsify 2 года назад +4

    Great video! Currently building a skoolie, and this was fun to watch. Looks like it took you no time.

  • @petekeener8943
    @petekeener8943 2 года назад +3

    Thanks for all the great ideas! About to start doing one of my own and looking for a head full of ideas of how to do it.

  • @MikeyForLife
    @MikeyForLife Год назад +1

    Your voice sounds like Gale from breaking bad. Nice video.

  • @livingworkingoutsidebox
    @livingworkingoutsidebox 2 года назад +5

    Great job. It came out looking solid and well designed. 🤙👍💪

  • @pstoneking3418
    @pstoneking3418 2 года назад +2

    Looks really nice, good job.

  • @brandondone2888
    @brandondone2888 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for making this video. Great all around.

  • @ericherrmann6344
    @ericherrmann6344 2 года назад +2

    Very cool, thanks for posting this. I’m getting inspired to do my own.

  • @MsLori-BassGirl4Life
    @MsLori-BassGirl4Life Месяц назад

    I love your build love the thick cushions its perfect. I just worry about those batteries. But damn i love that flooring it looks thin too. But like real wood.

  • @kevinnorris1434
    @kevinnorris1434 2 года назад +3

    Great build

  • @josephgeorgeejr7039
    @josephgeorgeejr7039 Год назад

    Although the grey and black tank straps are likely galvanized, id still probably paint them for looks and more structural integrity from oxidization, but i freaking absolutely love the vinyl walls, ill definitely be doing that on my conversion, probably same color to, but possibly brown wood look over grey ,but grey for floors

  • @ronnieolinde9725
    @ronnieolinde9725 Год назад

    You did a really good looking job every thing seemed to be well planned out my wife and I did the same thing converting a cargo trailer into a camper it's a tandem axle. Also in my opinion they are stronger built than your average camper we really injoy it im not sure where you live but if you have never been there give fountain blue a try in Mandeville you want be disappointed

  • @Ricxxstr
    @Ricxxstr 2 года назад +1

    Looking good, your wall cover idea I have used many time. Great job.💯👍

  • @WaterFowlFinAddict
    @WaterFowlFinAddict 2 года назад

    Thank you so much for the great video ! I appreciate how easy going you seem compared to others as far as sharing what you would do different and overall ideas.

  • @torreyance2468
    @torreyance2468 2 года назад

    talk about skill. came out awesome dude. i like the layout and kept it simple to meet basic needs. I like that. the most impressive part is you did it by yourself. hell yeah you gave cool ideas. the solar panels put a adjustment like you said.

  • @Doc1855
    @Doc1855 5 месяцев назад

    WOW,
    You did an excellent job in converting your trailer.
    I’m sure I could figure out how to do something like this, but I have problems with vision and it’s difficult for me to see the right measurements.

  • @corvuschromatic_G-69
    @corvuschromatic_G-69 2 года назад +1

    Turned out beautiful you did a great job on it👍‼️

  • @charminbaer2323
    @charminbaer2323 2 года назад

    Pretty cool build, much more modern looking than many of the other builds I've been watching. I'm somewhat of a minimalist and want something modern looking, so was looking at having only a bed, refrigerator, A/C, and power obviously (solar too). I see many people install 120v A/C power, and sometimes I think it's wasteful/unnecessary, especially with a lot of accessories now being 12v or less, LED lighting, etc..

  • @ed8063
    @ed8063 Год назад

    Nice job, that looks great! I really like the table/bed area. My wife and I are thinking about doing the same thing but with 6x10 or 6x12 trailer. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @TVCAVEMAN213
    @TVCAVEMAN213 2 года назад

    A wonderful build, You did a great job.

  • @luistavernie
    @luistavernie 2 года назад

    You did a great job, congratulations..!!

  • @tanzanite8908
    @tanzanite8908 Год назад

    Nicely done some great ideas!

  • @richardfoster8692
    @richardfoster8692 Год назад

    You did a great job ....

  • @rfoxyou
    @rfoxyou 2 года назад +1

    Excellent video.

  • @ahowl7mx
    @ahowl7mx Год назад

    Nice work! I'd do something similar but a lighter like substitute a camp shower like a Joolca Nomad instead of framing in a shower stall and blacktank. That way you can move the shower depending on the mission. I'm looking at an Intel mini frame pool 4x4 for plenty of space.

  • @johnmerritt5462
    @johnmerritt5462 2 года назад

    Damn nice looking rig been thinking about doing one myself

  • @hpd6881
    @hpd6881 2 года назад

    Awesome work! This is next on my build list.

  • @lisasweller6711
    @lisasweller6711 Год назад

    Is there a bathroom door? I didn't see a slider or pocket door, great build, very nice. Perfectly done by you. Don't worry about what others say on the negative side either. Unless it's a fire safety or something like that. Take it with a grain of salt. It's a great little place. Hey if your in the dog house with the wife you have a roof over your head lol. You just need a TV. Lol

  • @jamesmoyes3006
    @jamesmoyes3006 Год назад

    Very nice my friend. Very nice.

  • @douglascunningham6118
    @douglascunningham6118 2 года назад

    Talent galore! Best build ever 😎

  • @Stealthbobber06
    @Stealthbobber06 2 года назад

    Great video and build!

  • @jahempress26
    @jahempress26 2 года назад +1

    You made me feel like I can do this ,you even have the voice for it,my ex husband was handy like this i miss that ,but he was the worst husband, husband now is the best in everything but tools 🤣 I just can't get it right 🙃anyway I would so buy this

  • @chazbarclay
    @chazbarclay 2 года назад

    Awesome work! A frame to the roof for the panels is the way I'm going. The frame will be with 80/20, and will hold 8 445w solar panels. With some actuators the frame will expand 2 rows of 4 panels and slide together when not in use. Battery bank is 15kwh, expandable to 20. I went over board but this will be my home, parked on my land while I build my home. If all goes well I may try to make the system compatible to charge at EV chargers too. Well see though.

  • @JoelTremblayCA
    @JoelTremblayCA 2 года назад +3

    Great job on the build guys. Turned out amazing. Safe & Happy travels!

  • @JetP20
    @JetP20 2 года назад

    Great build!

  • @joetayson397
    @joetayson397 Год назад

    Sick build.

  • @martin809
    @martin809 2 года назад +4

    I'm getting ready to do the exact same trailer. You gave me some great ideas!
    What is your tow vehicle?
    How has the floor held up, has it separated anywhere?
    Looking forward to more videos!,

  • @callieduval3000
    @callieduval3000 2 года назад

    One of the best this is really nice and roomy

  • @NikosArgentinos-jx6jb
    @NikosArgentinos-jx6jb Год назад

    Nice job you are doing keep going

  • @hillbillyhangover
    @hillbillyhangover Год назад

    VERY well done!!!!!

  • @curvefeeler
    @curvefeeler 2 года назад +1

    Nice job. Thanks for the video.