LOW COST - Cargo Trailer Camper DIY Conversion TOUR
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- čas přidán 11. 06. 2021
- In today's video we feature Rick and Sharon and their 6x12x6 cargo trailer converted into a camper.
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What do you think of this budget friendly cargo trailer conversion?
Thanks SO much Patrick for having us on your channel.
@@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 YOUR CAMPER IS ABSOLUTE AMAZING !!!!! No pretense ! Just LOVE your Camper. Him in his PINK and her in her BLUE !!! tooooo cute !!!! God bless and I hope you have millions of miles of travelling ahead. Greetings from South Africa. :)
@@phillipleboa5251 Thanks so much.
Great job .
Thank you
THIS IS ABSOLUTE AMAZING !!!!! No pretense ! Just LOVE this Camper. Just love this couple. Him in his PINK and her in her BLUE !!! tooooo cute !!!! God bless and I hope they have millions of miles of travelling ahead of them. THANK YOU FOR THIS UPLOAD !!!! Greetings from South Africa. :)
Thanks SO MUCH for you kind words and for watching. Comments like these, keep us going. God bless you in South Africa.
Awesome Phillip.
i don't get the shirt color exchange, but it's not really important. Something "smells" like the wife's plan.
@@carlh-thehermitwithwi-fi679 LOL. Actually the color is a little off in the video. My shirt is like a forest green and Ricks is maroon.
@@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 still a good build. Remember, i can't dress myself - that's why i wear black pants, black shoes, and black socks...that way any shirt i wear matches.
How clever, practical and functional. I love that they've made the most with what they have without breaking the bank. Completely inspiring.
Thanks so much. Yes, we did this with a small budget in mind.
Thanks Lin.
Rick & Sharon, Nicely done ✔ 👏 👍
It was wonderful having you as a guest on the channel
Thanks so much!
Thanks so much for watching and for the kind comment.
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I think we need to re-shoot - it was windy and I was having a bad hair day! LOL -
Sharon.
Just beautiful!!!! Also, such a loving story especially when you said,”Leave the past behind!” Know it was hard because my dad was very sad when he had to retire! Hope you have a healthy and happy tourney! It just is amazing how people can ale something like a trailer and turn it into a hime away from home!
Thanks so much. Yes, it was difficult - but as time goes on, and the more we travel in it - the less he seems to miss his work trailer! LOL. Thanks again for watching and your thoughtful comment.
Thank you very much.
@mike severino thanks.
Quite a few of us need to leave the past behind! Good on ya.
@mike severino Thanks for watching.
I've watched hundreds of these videos while planning my 'great escape' to the outdoors. I'm really 'feeling' it with these two... especially the boat on the roof; I was trying to figure out how to carry a boat w/o having it inside a toy hauler, or towing it behind an RV. Lots of good ideas with these two.
Thanks so much for the feedback and watching. Yes, please do a conversion - you won't regret it. Best of luck!
Love your conversion! (And love this couple). Thank you for sharing.....so imformative
There’s NOTHING he didn’t think of on this conversion! And it’s obvious this man is a 100% awesome builder!! I’m glad sweet wifey suggested that he do this conversion. This man is EXTREMELY knowledgeable and, he did all this in a short amount of time! So impressive!!
I LIKE THIS GUY ALREADY. HARD-WORKING AMERICAN WHO IS AS GENUINE AS THEY COME. NEED MORE LIKE HIM.
Thank you SO much and thanks for watching.
Your construction knowledge is wonderful. I love this build. So very well done and the natural wood is beautiful. ❤️
Thanks. We love our little "cramper".
Thank you so much!
He's very knowledgeable. I'd trust anything he's done. What a nice, simple-living couple! They have EVERYTHING that is needed in their build.
Thanks for the kind words & thanks for watching!
Really nice interview. I love how this build helped them transition from full time work to retirement. So simple but so complete. Very well thought out.
Thanks SO much for the positive feedback and for watching!
I am glad you enjoyed this Tammi.
Thanks Patrick. Rick and Sharon seem to have scratched their itch to get outside as well as provide a bunch of great ideas on how to get outdoors! I'm always happy to see another "gem" on your channel and this one is a great example of repurposing, as well as adding only what you need, not what everybody has. Great stuff.
Thanks so much for watching, Dave. Patrick did a wonderful job filming. We are honored to be on his channel. Yes, we wanted a simple build, as we believe that sometimes less is more. Thanks again.
Our pleasure!
Perfect balance of comfort and transport.
Very practical.
Thank you Jim
Good interview and well done job by them. She was wise to keep him busy after retiring from building. Camping in a home made or remodeled van or trailer is a very good way to go. Have watched most of Patricks videos two -3 times each.
Appreciate the support
Thank you Patrick, you always find good folks to interview.
thanks.
@@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 You're very welcome. Great to see your build.
Very nice 👍🏽
Simple, clean and functional.
Thank you!
Yes. Sometimes there is a distinct beauty in simplicity. The older we get - the more simple we keep things. LOL. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
Nicely done cargo conversion, thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
You bet
Excellent Build! Good taste through out the Camper- I like the wall treatment for wear and tear ! good Thought.
Thanks. We thought this would be the best option for cleaning the walls. Also it was inexpensive.
Thank you very much Duane.
Great build Rick and Sharon. Thank you for sharing Patrick.
THANKS for watching and commenting. Patrick did a great job editing!
You bet
So simple yet so functional. Love the shirts.
Thanks so much!
Not sure if I responded. But thanks for watching and for your feedback!
@@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 love the simplicity, but please invest in a proper towing hitch
@@brianking9215 We usually tow with Rick's van - that has a good hitch, but the van needs a new engine and we are getting ready to replace it. We don't plan on towing much more with the Explorer. But YES - you are absolutely right if we do, we need a better hitch.
I know that had to be sad, but atleast you get to sleep in your memories. God Bless.
Yes, thank you
Cramper...Lol. It might be small but it is SWEET! Great job!
Yes Rick calls it the cramper - too funny. Thanks for watching and commenting.
I love it!
Well done sir, love the thoughtful planning and clean, common sense execution. Travel safely, have fun!
Glad you enjoyed it
Such a smart couple. Nice work.
We agree!
Well, THANK YOU!!! We enjoy it - camping and the whole community. It's a lot of fun. Do what you love - that is smart.
Nice simple build.....and they use it! I'm inspired. I have been in touch with a company called weeroll trailers in Florida. They basically sell insulated ulility shells that you build out.
Thanks for watching and commenting. YES we camp in this at least 1 weekend a month. Is is simple, yet very practical for us.
Thank you very much.
Beautiful
Thank you.
Thank you! Cheers!
Very nice trailer conversion and great couple! You can tell the labor of love that was put into everything!
Thank you very much
Wow, nice build, neet and clean, I am impressed. Good Job!
Thanks so much. It's simple, inexpensive and meets our needs.
I'm glad you like it
@@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 Thank you, have a wonderful time traveling.
@@r.c.7762 Thanks. We hope to do a very budget friendly van conversion and head out West soon. We're just happy campers!
Rick and Sharon are the cutest couple and their build is fabulous 😍
Aww...Thanks SO much! So glad you enjoyed it, Tamara. Thanks again.
Wow super nice lil camper trailer, he's got skills so glad his wife said let's do this because he's a happy retired hubby ❤ 😀
Thank you very much.
Thanks so much
What a sweet down to earth couple. Have fun traveling, exploring and meeting fellow travelers! Actually I was thinking about a small aluminum cargo trailer myself.
Great use of space , Thanks rick and Sharon.
Glad you found the channel
What a wonderful and economical way to get away. Sharon, you have such a sweet smile. Rick did a great job on the presentation with Sharon's help, of course. Happy travels and enjoy your retirement. Stay well and stay safe. God bless!!
Glad you enjoyed the tour
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I'm a retired builder and I am thinking about doing a conversion on an F450 shuttle bus. Wondering if it would sell. What do you think?
Such lovely people. Terrific conversion too.
Well, thank you VERY MUCH!
Thank you Leanne.
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures you are so welcome. I was hoping you would see my post.
@@cargoon-cargoconversionbui2880 I was hoping you would see my comment
Wow, I LOVE the detail that went into this build, they seem to have thought of everything! If he ever wants to come out of retirement he could covert trailers and sell them all day long. :)
I totally agree!
He may indeed to that soon. Thanks for watching.
God bless this American couple ! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you SO much and Thanks for watching!
Wow! Nice job! Love that trailer.
Thanks. Yes, we love it and use it often.
Thank you very much.
Super helpful video! I was unsure about committing to a kitchen only accessible to outside. But having a “kitchenette” inside to put on coffee, even fry an egg and make toast on a rainy morning, makes it really practical to have a closed off “patio” kitchen. Then I can have the big kitchen’s focus be on grilling .
Thanks for such a helpful and detailed walkthrough!
Glad it was helpful!
Y'all got everything into this space. Very nice!
Really Good Video & A Really Great Build & Thanks For Showing & Talking About it ALL To Include The Cost, We Have Been Talking About This For A WHILE NOW & I Believe This Is A BETTER UNIT At A Better Cost & Will Outlast The RV's By Probably 10 to 20 Years & You Can Change or Add What Ever You Want & For Not Alot Of Money ,Time Or Work & Take it Where Ever You Want or Need So Thanks !!! If you don't want or do want a tandem axle spend the money and get 8 or 10 ply tires and trailer brakes. That should be first on the list before anything.
Thank you very much
Nice! Looks comfortable to camp in!
It is. It's small - but it works for us. If we go long distance for months at a time, we may want to go larger.
It is!
OUTSTANDING Conversion on the cheap! Joisey ingenuity at it's best!
Glad you enjoyed the tour
Great job guys. Very sensical. Including his hindsight, and her safety awareness. What a sweet couple. Two peas in a pod. Heading over to their channel now...cheers...
Thank you for checking out the tour
There's beauty in the simplicity...
Thank you Patrick 🙏🏾
Isn't that the truth. It took us 6 decades to learn that! Thanks for watching.
I am happy you liked this one.
Now thats a pretty slick set up,, I really like how the bed is set up !
Thanks for the support
Love these folks - what an awesome couple and an excellent build! Thanks for posting this, and wishing them the best in their journeys.
Couldn't agree more!
Thank you.
Beautiful trailer, especially the wood work⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Thank you 🙏🏼
This is a fantastic conversion. You have so much knowledge and your explanations are clear and easy to understand. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for watching and the feedback. Rick is a wonderful craftsman, he's well-spoken and he has a lot of wisdom. I'M just the sidekick - and the brains of our youtube channel.
Glad it was helpful!
Your interviews are excellent and I love the fact that the tours are right away!!! You also allow your guests to speak!!!
Thank you very much
thanks for watching
You get 10,000 bonus points for NOT putting holes in the roof. Good job!
haha. Yes, Rick didn't want to do that. Thanks for watching!
Omg Patrick, how did I miss this one!!!! So glad I found it today. It’s super awesome. Thanks again for another great tour. You never disappoint 💜
Glad it was helpful
Im in NJ, currently converting a 6 by 12 single axle into a toy hauler/camper. Fun project, moving along nicely
Let’s get it on the channel when it’s done.
@@NewJerseyOutdoorAdventures I don't know about that. I appreciate the offer, we'll see when it's done though
Just thought I'd relate an experience I had when fitting out a Dodge Van as a "camper" (which to me meant pretty much a place to sleep and store portable camping stuff) many years ago. I got a brand new truck and decided I would finish the inside with 1/4" Luan plywood. After doing the entire inside so I had wood walls I thought I was good to go. Until summer hit and the truck spent full days sitting out in the hot sun. When I got in each day the truck had a smell and my breathing and eyes were burning. Dodge said they would not consider looking at the vehicle to determine where the fumes were coming from until I put it back in its original form. So I took all the wood out and the smell was gone. The consensus of thinking was that the formaldehyde that had been used in the manufacture of the Luan plywood was cooking out and responsible for the odor. I think FEMA had a similar problem with small trailers they supplied to flood victims during one of the hurricanes. I mention this because I have seen folks use plywood for interior floors, walls and ceilings in these conversions. Something to pay attention to.
Wow that's crazy. Thanks for sharing and thanks for watching.
Great video Patrick keep them coming.He did a nice job on this trailer I am thinking of getting one of these trailers.
Go for it!
Thanks and thanks for watching.
Very nice build. It’s perfect for how they use it. I love the tee shirts. Thanks Patrick. Ciao, 👩🌾
Thanks for your feedback and for watching.
Thanks so much
The toilet is perfect clean no mess 5 gallon bucket with 13 gallon trash bag works for me !!!!!!!
Everyone has their own preference
I love these practical functional builds than the "aesthetic" ones.
Me too
Thanks for watching.
Very nice. 1 thing to consider, Some of the videos i seen had people putting holes in the bed platform for ventilation and mole prevention.Gd luck and stay safe
We didn't think of that since the platform itself is slatted and well ventilated. But you do bring up a good point. I'm sure Rick can easily drill holes in the wood that is attached to the cushions. Thanks for your input and thanks for watching.
Great point!
I'll take retirement for that. What a master builder! Great design & thought behind everything, Awesome!
Thank you very much
Great recycle!!! Smart planning throughout and here's to a few decades of just having FUN together!
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Enjoy your caravan hope you get to see the USA in good weather and with best friends
Thank you very much
Enjoy that camper and retirement! Such a well thought out; practical build. I like that you had the skills and access to used cabinets that you made work with your plan. Of all the practical things you have incorporated that magnetic screen door cover is #1. I’m from Minnesota and without that the swarms would drive you home. That has to be especially nice for extra fresh air on nice days.
Thank you very much
Yes, the magnetic screens are great. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for doing this video. I am eagerly awaiting my brand new 5 x 8 conversion project, didn’t know what I was going to use as ceiling material. Now I know!
Congratulations
Rick and Sharron, thank you so much for your time showing your trailer. It's amazing how many items I have that are the same as yours, Like we shopped at the same places, lol.
That's funny. Thanks so much for watching.
Very nice build out. I really like the "garage" area.
Thanks!
I think you did a great job on the cago trailer conversion way to go guys.🥰
Looks like a comfortable conversation. Warm and dry too.
Thank you 🙏🏼
Thanks for watching.
Great job!
Thank you, Mike and thanks for watching.
Thank you! Cheers!
Every thing was well done i am on my path to living free pay no rent thanks ken
Glad it was helpful Ken
Wow. This guy really knows his stuff. Impressive.
Thanks SO much and thanks for watching.
Well planned and beautifully executed. Very nice! Thanks for the tour!
Thank you very much!
Thanks for watching.
I absolutely love what you have done here! I am so inspired and I hope you have many many fun adventures with your trailer!
Thanks so much & THANKS FOR WATCHING!
Thanks for watching.
What a lovely couple, I think him converting his work trailer helped him get over retirement by gradually gave him a new interest. He has made a great job of the conversion and it shows you how you can do something like this even without experience. It shows that if you have the will but not necessarily the money, you can make a serviceable camper, you don't need to buy a Nature's Head immediately and could get by by using a bucket and the theory of composting toilets.
This is a great trailer well done! I would hire you to build out a camping trailer any day you sure thought of everything! ! Enjoy retirement many many happy trails. 😊👍💛
THANK YOU!
Wow, thank you!
Very well done guys. I like your rig.
Thanks! 👍
Yet another fine interview. Never considered a utility trailer conversion, but this couple's 'build' is practical. NJ Outdoor Adventures always gives us the best. Thank you.
Yes, Patrick is wonderful with his interviews. This build is very practical and affordable for us. You can put in all kinds of bells and whistles and spend more if you want. But honesty, when we camp - we are normally outside and we are only in the camper to sleep. For us, all the bells and whistles are what nature provides us - the beauty and tranquility of the outdoors. Thanks for watching.
Glad you enjoyed it
I've done alot of remodeling work. You all have done a fantastic job! Congrats!!
Cool, thanks
Thanks SO much!
Nice job! Love that…most important thing-the fly swatter. That is so true. Enjoy your travels. Vaya con Dios!
LOL. Thanks for watching
Great couple and build.
I am the audience you do this for. I had no idea about this lifestyle until I did! @Patrick, your channel is what opened my eyes. Thx for sharing!
Thank you
Awesome! Thank you!
What a great interview! I’m inspired🙌🏻
So haply it helped
Don’t retire , build trailers ! This is a super build
Yes 🙌🏼
This was a great video to see what can be done with a little. My wife and I are on the lower end of fixed income so we are always looking at ways to create a liveable CT; we'll be living full time in ours so we'll be looking at a bit wider and longer CT AND staying within what my F150 will pull and more importantly STOP! Thanks again for the great info. SC / las vegas, nevada
I’m happy this video was helpful for you
Absolutely one of the best conversions I've seen. Great job!!!!!
Thank you SO much and thanks for watching!
Amazing job !!!! I just bought a microwave tried to Velcro it down to the glass cook top no luck soooo thx much for showing a simple fix !!!
Glad I could help!
Rick forgot to put the wood and clamps in on one trip. So the microwave slid off the counter and the glass broke all over. We had to get another microwave. Now we double check to ensure it's secure before transport. Thanks for watching.
We follow these folks! Love the build! Thanks Patrick! 🤙
Awesome! Thank you!
Congrats 👏 great job.
Thanks, Tom.
Thank you very much Tom.
Thanks Again for Sharing
Thanks for watching.
Looks good y'all! I think this represents a great value for the money spent. Job well done!
Yes it does!
Very nice!!!!!!!!
Thank you! Cheers!
Thank you.
I like what the first guy had to say about how it wasn't until he began the conversion that he began getting excited.
thanks for watching
REALLY NICE JOB. NICE TEAMWORK FOR THE TOUR OF YOUR UNIT. VERY FUNCTIONAL FOR YOUR NEEDS. YOU' ARE A TRUE CRAFTSMAN, KUDOS TO YA'LL. OH YES AND ONE MORE THING SIR, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RETIREMENT! ! ! 🍒👍✌
Thank you very much!
i’m doing up a bus img I honestly would rather this there craftsmanship is amazing I will watch it 10 times love the floor plan
Thanks so much and good luck with your build.
Well done. Great skills.
A couple weeks! Wow! Looks great! Bravo!
Yes! Thank you!
Excellent & thsnk you for sharing 👏👏👏👏
Thank you
We did ours very similar. We didn’t put any water pumps or anything like that though. We’re up north and it makes winterizing so much easier! The 5 gallon job site water jug is plenty for us And ours is a bravo trailer too. Good quality and durable. Nice
Thanks for watching.
Oh wow!
👍👍👍👍👍 love seeing stories like this. If yall ever come through Arizona, hopefully well meet up on the road. Stay safe
Thanks. We hope to travel west soon.
Maybe one day!
I love love this. It's a real home on wheels.
A really cool rig. I plan to make a smaller version, but I don't have a donor trailer, so that will obviously add to the cost. I will put my kitchen in the back, but will need to figure out an easy set up awning to give cover during inclement weather. thank you for sharing your build.
We have a instant canopy that cost around $100.00. Rick also took a tarp and painters poles and made a quick cheap shelter. In fact in our latest video on or channel we are seen setting it up - it you want to check it out. It was cheap and easy and kept us dry. Thanks for watching.
I really like what you did. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you too!
Love it! Personally, I always had my eye on one of those U-Haul trailers.
Oh wow, cool