This is very disappointing. You are going to have people wanting to see the inside because they think they are going to see a piece of history, only to be disappointed. Why did you get a vintage camper only to modernize it? Now it looks like any 2022 camper that you can get off a lot on the inside. The wood was gorgeous and unique. If you had restored it, it would have been worth more in the end. Keeping it original and just fixing the issues it had, would have been the smart way to go.
Gorgeous reno! 😃 Noticed a negative comment below about removing the original interior wood panels. Yes, the warm varnished wood is beautiful; however: 1). They may not understand that this had to be done to reach & repair the rot and leaks. 2). Finding thin pliable replacement stain-grade wood veneer has not been easy or cheap the past two years. If a hobbyist has the time & money to do detailed "original restoration" work ~ wonderful! 👍 But not everyone has that luxury. Or inclination. Value & over-investing in a project matters too ~ the expression, "Trying to make a silk purse from a sow's ear," comes to mind. Regardless, I think you did a marvelous job with this camper :)
Saw this truck at kings mountain state park this weekend. Thing looks great. I wanted to ask about it but didn’t want to bother you. Really nice work, you did a great job!
It wouldn't have been a bother! With a truck like this it draws a bit of attention, and I'm happy to show it off! Hope you enjoyed the camping as much as we did.
Well, I spent a good part of my evening watching this truck camper rebuilt series and love the work you and Emily put into it. Absolutely awesome. Well done. Wishing you lots of time to get out and enjoy it!
Thanks for watching the process! And commenting on my videos!(It really helps) We've had a couple camping trips, and are excited for the weather to warm back up and get out again! Good luck on your rebuild project!
Left a comment in the previous video with the camper in the original condition. A shame that you had to get rid of the original wood paneling but man oh man, you did such a fantastic job!👍 It's a really beautiful refurbishment; very impressive. 🤗 (and the camera loves you, btw) 😏
thoroughly enjoyed this video....excellent project....turned out striking! You also are easy to listen to, and the video work is really well done...i subscribed...thanks
Wow, I'm impressed! Yall did a great job redoing everything. Looks great! Cute decor. Sweet pups. You found a perfect camping spot too. My son is working on a truck now, and has a van camper he's working on here and there. So I know of all your efforts. You definitely have a gem to treasure. 😊👍
What a great summary of the remodel. And bonus material of you guys actually out camping in it. The vintage set up with the time correct truck and camper is so cool. Keep up the great videos!!
If you use the right hand burner, you might want to add a (?) black painted aluminum piece like it was original piece. It looks a bit close and a hazard. Looks great.
Gre88888t video and work. Next time you do this can I recommend you use treated wood to replace the old? I'm weird that way haha. It only costs a little more but gives a lot more peace of mind because most all truck campers leak eventually and using treated wood will preserve it for the next buyer ;). I really like your remodel job...I have just started the same remodel as yours on an old 70's truck camper. I really like your rear door with those louvered window glass...what did you say they call them? Those kinds of rear doors are probably not available any more and if they were it would be very expensive (IMO). My old camper has the same type of windows on the sides and love them old things...they allow you to open the windows when it's raining out. Hope to see a video or two of you out in the woods camping in it, cooking, sitting around the camp fire etc. nice to watch vids like that. I bet your dogs love being out camping...mine do! peace and thumbs up!
Yeah, Lowe's didn't have any 1 by treated lumber. I used treated for the exterior parts though. The windows are Jelousie style. They're nice, but not very insulated.
But Stone Mountain is mainly in Georgia; so y'all just camped on the NC side, right? It's been decades since I visited Stone Mountain( i was in middle school or high school, field trip) . It's on my bucket list to go back there 🙂
You are such a talented and hard working young man that I feel bad even asking this...but why not simply buy a newer camper versus removing all that history? These old rigs are just about gone. We've gotten to where we don't restore, we replace. You did a great job so I'm just wondering if it couldn't be saved or if this was your plan from the start.
The main issue was the wood rot we could see and weren't sure how far it had progressed. We could have replaced the sides and ceiling with the same style panel board, but it still wouldn't be original then. My opinion, the originality was lost when a previous owner put in a mini fridge and faucet, so making the camper much more enjoyable to use made the most sense to me. I wasn't necessarily planning on the remodel originally, but between the need to remove rot and realizing the luxuries I'd want added, the project kept growing until I decided to go all in. Great question by the way!
@@StateFun that makes total sense and some updates are absolutely necessary for use. Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. You really did do a beautiful job with the camper and the truck. A real dream team.
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This is very disappointing. You are going to have people wanting to see the inside because they think they are going to see a piece of history, only to be disappointed. Why did you get a vintage camper only to modernize it? Now it looks like any 2022 camper that you can get off a lot on the inside. The wood was gorgeous and unique. If you had restored it, it would have been worth more in the end. Keeping it original and just fixing the issues it had, would have been the smart way to go.
Gorgeous reno! 😃 Noticed a negative comment below about removing the original interior wood panels. Yes, the warm varnished wood is beautiful; however: 1). They may not understand that this had to be done to reach & repair the rot and leaks. 2). Finding thin pliable replacement stain-grade wood veneer has not been easy or cheap the past two years. If a hobbyist has the time & money to do detailed "original restoration" work ~ wonderful! 👍 But not everyone has that luxury. Or inclination. Value & over-investing in a project matters too ~ the expression, "Trying to make a silk purse from a sow's ear," comes to mind. Regardless, I think you did a marvelous job with this camper :)
Your treat your dogs right. That tells me you are good people.
We try! Thanks for the compliment!
Beautiful Remodel!
BEAUTIFUL JOB ‼️ HOW OLD ARE YOUR DOGGIES, THEY ARE FANTASTIC ‼️‼️🐕🐕. Vinny 🇺🇸
The oldest, Aiden is 7 and Oliver is 3
Oh my god. I can't believe you painted that wood white.
I think it turned out pretty good!
I'm with you. Why not just buy a new camper then demolish a cool old piece of history.
Wowza! Now that is a renovation. It seems you kept the bones of the trailer and just fixed the water damage. Very nice!!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Saw this truck at kings mountain state park this weekend. Thing looks great. I wanted to ask about it but didn’t want to bother you. Really nice work, you did a great job!
It wouldn't have been a bother! With a truck like this it draws a bit of attention, and I'm happy to show it off! Hope you enjoyed the camping as much as we did.
You all did a he'll of a job. Great weekend get away. Real nice
Thanks! It works well for weekend trips for sure!
Well, I spent a good part of my evening watching this truck camper rebuilt series and love the work you and Emily put into it. Absolutely awesome. Well done. Wishing you lots of time to get out and enjoy it!
Thanks for watching the process! And commenting on my videos!(It really helps) We've had a couple camping trips, and are excited for the weather to warm back up and get out again! Good luck on your rebuild project!
Absolutely well done ❤❤❤
Absolutely Beautiful❣️💜🙏👣
Thanks
Left a comment in the previous video with the camper in the original condition. A shame that you had to get rid of the original wood paneling but man oh man, you did such a fantastic job!👍 It's a really beautiful refurbishment; very impressive. 🤗 (and the camera loves you, btw) 😏
Thanks! Yeah removing the paneling was kinda sad, but I'm happy with how it turned out
@@StateFun yes, and unknowingly breathing in those black mold spores, even a little, is brutal on the lungs as well...again, such a good job! 🤗🤗
Really cute renovation.
Thanks! Glad you like it!
Your dogs are gorgeous! You're fun, the scenery was peaceful and quiet
I think the dogs are the best part! Thanks for the compliments!
thoroughly enjoyed this video....excellent project....turned out striking! You also are easy to listen to, and the video work is really well done...i subscribed...thanks
Thanks for the compliments! And thanks for the sub too!
I saw what you started with. This is a big improvement.
Thanks! It turned out really nice!
@@StateFun I love that you customized it for your needs. This is not your home as some campers are. This is your camper van. PERFECT?
came out just perfect.
Thanks!
Wow, I'm impressed! Yall did a great job redoing everything. Looks great! Cute decor. Sweet pups. You found a perfect camping spot too. My son is working on a truck now, and has a van camper he's working on here and there. So I know of all your efforts. You definitely have a gem to treasure. 😊👍
Thanks! It's amazing how well it turned out. Hope his project goes well too!
Wow!!! Really great job. I'm jealous, wish I owned it! Happy camping Jake!
Thanks! It turned out so much better than expected!
Outstanding and the Cummins Swap Also!!!
Thanks! I really enjoyed this remodel. Glad you think it turned out well too!
you guys did a good job.. we redone ours too. we are thinking of taking ours to Alabama to see our family.
Sounds like a fun trip!
@@StateFun yes but a long one.. 18 hours.
Hello I just saw your 2 video's and love the camper its absolutely beautiful
Thanks! It turned out really well in my opinion. Glad you enjoyed the videos!
Wow 🤩 great work!
Thanks!
Great work!
Thanks!
Good job. Looks great!
Thanks! Glad you like it!
Nice job!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Turned out pretty awesome. Congrats. Can't wait to see what you come up with next
Thanks! It turned out amazing. Very happy with the results!
THAT WAS AMAZING!!!! I am looking for an old truck myself!
Thanks! The old trucks are so enjoyable!
What a great summary of the remodel. And bonus material of you guys actually out camping in it. The vintage set up with the time correct truck and camper is so cool. Keep up the great videos!!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the series!
Love it! Great job!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video!
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
If you use the right hand burner, you might want to add a (?) black painted aluminum piece like it was original piece. It looks a bit close and a hazard. Looks great.
A heat shield there probably would be a good idea. So far we've only used the left burner.
Great vid, 😍
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it!
Gre88888t video and work. Next time you do this can I recommend you use treated wood to replace the old? I'm weird that way haha. It only costs a little more but gives a lot more peace of mind because most all truck campers leak eventually and using treated wood will preserve it for the next buyer ;).
I really like your remodel job...I have just started the same remodel as yours on an old 70's truck camper. I really like your rear door with those louvered window glass...what did you say they call them?
Those kinds of rear doors are probably not available any more and if they were it would be very expensive (IMO). My old camper has the same type of windows on the sides and love them old things...they allow you to open the windows when it's raining out.
Hope to see a video or two of you out in the woods camping in it, cooking, sitting around the camp fire etc. nice to watch vids like that. I bet your dogs love being out camping...mine do! peace and thumbs up!
Yeah, Lowe's didn't have any 1 by treated lumber. I used treated for the exterior parts though.
The windows are Jelousie style. They're nice, but not very insulated.
Wow. Looks amazing. Definitely giving me ideas on some upgrades on my truck camper this spring.
It's pretty awesome how good it turned out. I'm surprised how much brighter it feels!
@@StateFun love the curtains, cabinets, is the fridge gas and 110v?
@@blackincawston fridge is only 110. It's a typical dorm room fridge
Love the end results! Awesome!
Thanks! I'm quite happy with the results! We're taking on a week long camping trip soon!
Awesome trailer! 👌
Thanks! It's been a lot of fun to camp in a couple times. Looking forward to using it more next year!
Good job!
Thanks!
looks amazing !
Glad you like it!
Great series of videos ! Looks fantastic.
Glad you've enjoyed them!
Awesome job looks amazing 👏 .can't wait for what s next .
Next up is more updates to the 62 Chevy, Skid steer content, and wood chipper updates! Glad you enjoyed this series!
Hey my friend I live in Eatonton Georgia. Not far from Atlanta and stone mountain.
Sweet. This was actually at Stone Mountain in NC instead. Haven't been to the GA one yet!
Great job! I love it! Got to be in GA?
The campground is Stone Mountain in NC, not GA. Thanks for the support!
But Stone Mountain is mainly in Georgia; so y'all just camped on the NC side, right? It's been decades since I visited Stone Mountain( i was in middle school or high school, field trip) . It's on my bucket list to go back there 🙂
@@melissafields3376 it's actually two completely different mountains with the same name, the NC one is a lot less known!
@@StateFun thanks for letting me know 🙂 my knowledge about it is rusty lol. It's been about 40 years since I visited 👍
You are such a talented and hard working young man that I feel bad even asking this...but why not simply buy a newer camper versus removing all that history? These old rigs are just about gone. We've gotten to where we don't restore, we replace. You did a great job so I'm just wondering if it couldn't be saved or if this was your plan from the start.
The main issue was the wood rot we could see and weren't sure how far it had progressed. We could have replaced the sides and ceiling with the same style panel board, but it still wouldn't be original then. My opinion, the originality was lost when a previous owner put in a mini fridge and faucet, so making the camper much more enjoyable to use made the most sense to me. I wasn't necessarily planning on the remodel originally, but between the need to remove rot and realizing the luxuries I'd want added, the project kept growing until I decided to go all in. Great question by the way!
@@StateFun that makes total sense and some updates are absolutely necessary for use. Thank you so much for taking the time to respond. You really did do a beautiful job with the camper and the truck. A real dream team.
Just one question, why didn’t you put in insulation when you gutted the inside?
Ya know, that would have been a good idea... Dang, I didn't think about it since there wasn't much if any before. Too late now!
How about solar and or a generator set up ?
Solar/generator is a future addition if I start boondocking more. But right now it's not worth the cost since there's power connection where I go.
@@StateFun right on..
Wow you screwed that truck and the camper up
It went from Looking VERY nice to Very Ugly and Boring. You should have kept the Wood Color look. But now its ruined and Worth SO MUCH LESS.