Bugging Out On A Budget!
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- čas přidán 7. 09. 2024
- You just never know. Seeing the world change so rapidly from one day to the next I think it's a good idea to be prepared for all possibilities, because we can go from calm to chaos in a matter of a few days! Our 6'x10' converted cargo trailer camper would also make the perfect bugout trailer should the need arise to get out of town on short notice. You can convert one very inexpensively too for bugging out, for camping/road trips or both.
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A lot of RVr types outdoor types get older and shut in for health reasons. You make it fun to travel with both of you! The smell of pine and sage almost makes it to our home when we watch. Thanks a million for caring and sharing! God. Bless you and your family.
Thank you Susan!
I followed your advice and bought a 6x12 cargo trailer. Cut in some windows, ceiling fan, 2 LiFeP 200 watt batteries, a NuWay propane stove (double tanks), discobeds. I use it for deer hunting now. Stayed in it comfortably for 2 weeks. I could easily stay in it indefinitely. Warm and dry and very comfortable. I want to thank you for inspiring me to get off my butt and getting it built. Thanks!
Good job Jeffrey!
Awesome! Do you have a video of your build and how you did it?
Hats off for “getting it done” !!!
Something about getting off one’s butt and enjoying the fruits of one’s labor goes beyond words.
BTW, Excellent Equipment Choices 🤔👍🏻🥰
What size NuWay did you get?
The decision to bug-out or bug-in depends on where you live and only you can decide what's best in your own particular situation. More often than not, a "Bugout" situation is caused by a natural catastrophe and not by civil unrest. This video applies to those times too.
Like in 2005 Hurricane Katrina stores shelves get raided in a day. Best to get out of town fast for your own safety. Also have some cash since credit cards are not accepted at those times and a full tank of gas. Listening to the news won't help you......
Nice that you decided that there were other reasons besides welfare recipients losing their checks.
@@jerrygundrum1 Cash is always accepted, a few 1 oz Silver Coins probably hidden in your trailer or a tangible item can be exchanged. You can always get out of town to your destination.
@@jerrygundrum1 for a while it will. Month or two. Until there is a possibility of a govt no longer backing it.
Ok, that hula hoop shower is just genius!
The simplicity of your build is the example I've been searching for over the past couple of months. You have a bed to sleep in, indoor space with an open floorplan you can move around in if it rains, a way to keep food cool if you happen to be out on the road for a bit with no nearby grocery stores, insulated walls, and a way to heat and cool yourself. In my eyes, this build is pretty much perfect!
Thanks. We talk about going larger, but always come back to this size being the best for us. It works!
We are big fans and enjoy your practical videos. As full time RV volunteer camphosts, we wanted to tell you what we do:
1. Clean bath houses, pick up trash.
2. Clean campsites
3. Resolve disputes
4. Chase out drug users
5. Ensure everyone's safety by sporadic patrols
6. Remain friendly with LEs
7. Get rid of trouble makers before it starts
8. Douse fires
9.Provide constant coverage during busy times to prevent shenanigans
10. Spend our money on supplies
11. Put up with abuse, idiots, late night disturbances.
We do plenty. Keep in mind that you wouldn't have an open campground without us. So stop and say hi and smile. We need it.
I love how you folks have set up your trailer.
Your common sense approach to everything is refreshing 🙂
Thank you for sharing!
It's really nice to hear, from so.eone who has lived the life, about what we really need, or don't need for our trailers. Not everyone has big bucks to spend immediately on furnishing our trailers, so this detailed list of suggestions a more budget-minded way to get started, is appreciated!
those big buck rigs are magnets for thieves/dopers, and vandals/[teenage boys]... and too heavy to endure all the time. Small motor homes are the best for that class...
For people living in a hurricane prone area this is a must. When mandatory evacuations go out it can be impossible to find a motel room for hundreds of miles. And are expensive. So a cargo trailer serves multiple uses.
Yep, you're right!
"Every society is only three meals away from chaos," this quotation has always stuck with me and a driving force behind my 6'x10' camper build. As a budged minded person your trailer build is my go to, for solutions. I have watched your videos many times.
Thank you!
Adventurous is what I call it. Luxury is a state of mind. If you want to be a couch potatoe and eat food from a microwave while watching the idiot box or these days cellphone so be it, but if you want to explore life's treasure go full throttle! I applaud you and Linda's decision to live a life of Adventure! Great Video
I started life basically "Bugging Out " ... when I was five years old we lived in two Bedroom Shack with a Cast Iron Pump for Water .. an Outhouse .. No Electricity unless the Generator was fired up ... a Wood Fired Cast Iron Stove which also was the only source of heat ... Drinking and Cooking Water had to be brought in by car in Aluminum Milk Barrels .... in the winter the bathroom was the back porch using a 50 Gallon Drum filled with diesel fuel and two slats of wood across the top ... because it was 30 or 40 below zero and you would die before you made it to the Outhouse .... my friends were the Mosquitoes and the Cows next door ... my Toys were the Barb Wire Fence, Rocks and Mud .... I turn on the News and I sure long for the "Good Ol Days" ...
Thanks for the memories Richard, much appreciated.
you just reminded me of the days I grew up. well we did have a radio. it had a big dry cell battery. just threw it in the dump and buy another one, but my grandmother would only let us listen to it a couple hour if that.
Amen to that! Neat memories.
You are becoming pretty tough competition for Bob Wells! Please keep putting out these informational videos. I'm a subscriber and everything I've seen from you so far is very helpful. up until now I hadn't given much thought to needing a cargo trailer but I am now giving it more consideration. Keep up the good work; I believe you are making a difference 👍
I consider that quite the compliment, thank you!
You guys are very clever as us New Englanders call it. All the comforts of home away from home.
It's hard to express my thanks for all the good content you have managed to give us'ens out here in the wilderness of knowledge. I bought a 6'x 8' Patriot cargo trailer this past December and plan to set it up very similar to your trailer. Being shorter is a little restrictive but I am single and can live with the size. Thanks for all the wonderful content in your video's and I follow all your adventures with a keen interest. Though we have never met I feel like I know you because we are so like minded. I'm 86 years old and looking forward to our trails to cross soon, God willing !
It would be great to run into you on the road sometime! That 6x8 should work just fine for a single person.
You have got some outstanding information in your videos, I saved quite a few of your videos.
Thanks, bill! We try to share what we've learned. Appreciate your kind comment.
Nicely done, keep it simple 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I have mine sat up with a few months of mountain house food mostly for in case of a disaster like the California wild fire's or other natural disasters.
You're right Richard, I should have mentioned that the trailer is also great to have in case of natural disasters. Thanks.
those are not natural, there is proof they are being started by lasers, and by arsonists galore, and also even by fracking on/in fault zones/lines. See Dutchsinse for that info... he's great!
@@YahshuaLovesMe Amen to that, look up Robert Breakers video last week titled a short video, in the down arrow description there's a link to the full video not allowed on youtube. I can't say more or comment won't post, God bless!!
Terrific ideas! Thanks for sharing
Thank you for inspiring us to get one too. I feel more comfortable knowing that my family has a secondary home, if need be.
I love your videos! You and your wife are kind to educate!
Thank you, Keranna.
Thanks Again For Streaming Your Knowledge Here On CZcams
Thank you, Jeff! Appreciate your comment very much.
It's inspiring to watch someone who has put together a warm and cozy set-up that doesn't break the bank balance. Also, it's not necessary to have a degree in electronics to run it or a 1,000 instruction manual!
it’s nice to have something like this for storms, you can leave the area and have a place to stay without spending a lot of money
Yes exactly! Even in a power-out situation you have a warm place to hang out.
The other day I was out at Fleet Farm, I learned something very interesting...
Battery cables say they are copper the guy showed me the difference, some of the wires are aluminum and they are only copper-coated. Good sets are copper all the way through, actual copper wire. I bought the 2 gauge 20 foot cables.
Good to know, bill. Thanks for passing that info on.
I have a set of those.....they are real nice!
the aluminum cables I would not want. thanks for the tip.
solar panel on roof to charger on floor to Nice fridge... heh.. xmas lights too don't forget, soft white of course! Mug warmers don't forget/25 watts best, I use three at a time in my studio, one for tea one for coffee and one for hot water, 75 watts keeps one going all day without a problem!
Great video Rick,
People would be wise to start prepping for an emergency
JT
Hi JT! (this is Linda....say hi to JoAnne for me.)
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Hi Linda,
Jo-Ann says hello. We miss you guys. Hope you're having a great summer.
JT
In my 6x10 trailer tool box I carry 4,000 lb Ratcheting Cable "Comealong" ... if you're ever in a tight spot or someone else boxes you in where you don't have the room to turn or manouvre ...1. Disconnect and drop the trailer ... 2. Move your Tow Vehicle closer to the position you are trying to get to ... 3. Hook up the "Comealong" to your Tow Hitch Ball and Trailer Tongue .. 4. Drag the trailer towards your Vehicle .... the most I have ever had to move the trailer is about 6 feet in order to position myself for an easy exit ... I watched a Tow Truck Driver do that one day with a winch and I went out a few days later and bought a Comealong for $50.00 ... has saved me lots of aggrivation over the years ... is even great time saver if you really don't need it but just don't want to spend 15 minutes backing up, going forward and turning trying to Shoe Horn yourself into in or out of tight spot ... you can also buy a Wheel that changes out with the Foot of the Tongue Jack if you are so inclined ... about $40.00 ..
Thanks Richard, that sounds like a good thing to have along. We've had to disconnect a couple of times and horse the trailer around by hand to get it out. Your idea would be much better!
I've been traveling for work for over 30 yrs now, wifey wanted to go with me an got tired of hotels an apts, so 15 yrs ago we bought a travel trailer an have been rving around the country since then, but made a conconcous decision to hang up my spurs this yr due to age, pandemic an other minor reasons( Life is very short). But have been looking at these for a mobile camping/ hunting trailer, mainly in the 6x12 or even larger trailer. Don't know yet, haven t got that far in life, just putting in all of my retirement paperwork now, so we will see, but after hauling around a big RV for yrs, I'm all about downsizing an the kiss principle, thx for the vid.
Thanks for watching! I'm sure you're gonna be happy with the smaller size trailer, especially if you're thinking of using it as a hunting cabin on wheels. It'll go out in the woods and turn around in tight spots just fine. Congratulations on retiring, go out and enjoy it.
Very good, love the simplicity yet functionality.
Thank you for the tips 🙋🏼
Glad it was helpful! And thank you for watching our channel.
We have a Jeep Wrangler, pulling our 6 x 10 Cargo. 200lbs on the tongue. Transmissions does fine, handles fine in a wind situation under 22mph. We love it, and it's prepped for bug out with 18 months of storable foods and water filter, thanks to your filter idea.. Personal protection, solar lights, Jackery, Mr. Heater and Artic Air, which is perfect for this size trailer. I love my little sink, porta potty and porta stove and oven. Perfect for me and my hubby.
That sounds like a great set-up, Debra. There's times when I wish we had a Wrangler along.
well done and thanks
Good common sense video. Liked the comfortable seating is tow vehicle, it’s part of the package.
This is a great idea. I'm getting a trailer to use in our backyard as an office. We've already had riots and a wildfire in my area. We have more time than money, but it will just take thought to add things judiciously to make it a bug out trailer as well. Will only take about 5 minutes to get the boot off, hook up and go. Thank you, your videos are so helpful and practical. God bless.
Glad this video was helpful.
Just keep in mind this guy is not packing enough food. Or water.
I am going to look into a trailer now I can’t wait to bug out my trailer.
Good video. I like your style very simple and doesn't break the bank.
I think this is a great idea as a "big out" trailer, especially in you live along the coast where you may have to get out due to hurricanes.
New Way stoves. Well insulated floors, 2/3 thick wool rugs covered with plenty of cotton throw rugs easy to wash and to "snap" them to get the dust out.
I’m in the CO mountains and forest fires force me to evacuate almost every year. I used to question preppers, but now I’ve learned the hard way to stay prepared. Im assembling a few things today due to a fire just over the hill from my house. Big winds today. But Im always ready to bug out.
Hope that wildfire stays away from you. We go through wildfire season in MT and the surrounding states. Stay safe, Trish.
I already had a 24 foot long cargo trailer, it’s a bit long but better than nothing, stocked and ready!
We had one that size on our property. What luxury!
I am building a vardo on a utility trailer (which may have been a mistake, given the price of lumber). What I want more than anything are simple systems. I sometimes which I hadn't bought the fridge, although it will make life easier. Keep it simple and light. Thanks for your videos. I've learned a lot from them.
Hello Teri. I had to look up what a Vardo is and I think they're cool! Except for the price of lumber. I guess they forgot that stuff grows on trees...
Good advice Rick,I'm building my CT in a similar fashion!
Glad to hear that, Alan. Thanks for watching.
We have a 6x10 v nose camper. It is handy if the power goes out at home or if you are having major house renovations. If you need to bug out she's good to go.
That's good to hear. We try to keep our trailer ready to go at a moments notice too. It's us that take longer to get ready..
Love it!
What a great idea and set up! Just found your channel and I'll be coming along. Thanks!
Thank you & stay safe
You guys are amazing, thank you for sharing!
This has worked out great for youze twoze. If we didn't get a micro mini winnie last year, I would've done what you did
That Mini Winnie is a nice little trailer.
Another great video! Thank you for sharing.. Love your little bug out trailer!
Thanks for watching, Les! See you on the next video!
Well done video. We always enjoy your videos. More of the simple life!!!
We live on an island in Alaska so we can't really bug out very far, however, we store months of food, water, medical supplies, etc. in the event of a natural disaster. For hunting and security, I have a good stock pile of ammo!
Hello Kepa, a lot of folks would envy your lifestyle, not knowing how hard it is! I checked out the ammo shelves at one of our local stores yesterday and, where there once used to be thousands of boxes of every different type, there were only 8 boxes in total and those you wouldn't recognize the caliber.
As always good info and video . I pray that common sense prevails and no one has to bug out anytime soon !!!
Me too.
Roomy too! Not full of heavy built-ins. Hang stuff in bags from walls, or have bags full of personal items instead of the heavy built-ins. If you need weight, carry glassed foods/fruits espec. Don't carry stuff in heavy containers, those nice dog food boxes on wheels work great, so do the plastic drawers.
Sure do enjoy your travels and advice👌🏼thank you😍
I would have my little tecsun radio. they are small really play good. have music. it has been part of my life so long.
You are a great example of kiss, I see more people are going with the diesel heaters but you can’t switch them to wood like your setup, on the other hand with wood you have to feed it during the night. I use a big buddy in my 5 ver but then your have moisture to deal with, I’ve been thinking about a diesel heater for a number of reasons and everything has its pros & cons. I enjoy your videos good job.
Hello Craig, my daughter is going with a diesel heater so we'll get to see how they actually work out. Some folks love them.
@@gonagain There’s a you tube channel (Lex and Riot) she has a cargo trailer in which she installed a diesel heater with the fuel tank mounted on the outside door for easy filling,I thought the information might be some use to your daughter.
Whatever works for you as long as you are happy, Nothing else matters.
Awesome! You guys are da best! Thanks a million. :)
Exactly! Hence why I call my CZcams cargo trailer vids the bugout camper lol. I was actually amazed there are people out there who don't understand this term. When in need then time to bugout.
My 7x14 double axle is about as big as I want to get. Both single and double have their pros and cons but in my opinion if I blow a tire then I still have 3 more to ride on if need be.
I did find out last weekend that installing insulation and a vent will be next. My portable ac couldn't keep up between noon and sundown. It's work in progress as time goes 😉
I was lucky and found my trailer in Indiana on fb marketplace for $2k in awesome shape and its over 20yrs old. Most in my area no matter what shape run between $5k-$8k.
Awesome vids looking forward to more!
I think I might have mentioned to you that my daughter has a 7x14 and loves it. She's thinking of adding more solar right now. My other daughter accidentally ordered two 200watt panels when she only needed one, so I bought the extra from her and am installing it next to my other 200 watt panel for those prolonged rainy periods. These trailers are a lot of fun because you can make them anyway you like.
@@gonagain i remember now yes u informed me of your daughter's 7x14. Nice on the added solar panel and I totally agree on how fun these trailers are. The ideas are endless always something new to add 😉
For years in our house I hooked up a wood furnace next to the gas furnace ran the plenum together and used the gas furnace fan to run if the wood furnace fan let it get too hot. Nice to have a backup plan. I live in north Idaho maybe we will run into you and Linda in Montana sometime. We spend a lot of time in Montana, we look all the time for a quieter place ! Where we live is building up so fast and it’s so expensive to live here. Maybe someday!
Idaho is becoming a popular place to move. My niece moved there from Seattle recently (she's an Idaho girl at heart...).
Great Video. Lot's of good idea's. If You're content with life, You don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy it. Thanks for Your insight.
Well said!
Good content, thx...
We have a 5x10x5.5 cargo conversion...With the double mattress in it, and porta-potty, diesel heat, Jackery 500, 100W solar - works very nicely. Still needs a few things, but it's not slumming it, by any means.
They're great trailers and can stand up to some abuse! Yours sounds nice.
Tough but wise topic. Great information
I like the hanging shoe holder to use for storage, very clever! I'm trying to get my box truck conversion ready for sale. I definitely want to get back to simplicity, redundancy and functionality. Keep up the great work, I really enjoy your videos.
Thanks Jeff! Once or twice a year we go through our things and take out what we're not using. It sure can get crowded!
Needs lots of storage space, bags and shelves and plastic boxes under beds...etc.
Thank you Sir!💝😀
Most welcome!
You are a great teacher. I love watching your videos and your presentation style.
It's all good good information..!
However... If the situation is serious enough to where you are Forced to leave your home for an extended amount of time and you bug out/head for the hills.. I don't think the majority of people have the skills or knowledge to make it after their supplies run out.
I really don't like what the term "bugging out" has become. People just need to get real and what it really comes down to is being prepared for any situation.
Thanks for the video..
You could buy some of them meals from Jim Baker and have enough food for a year. The end times are coming don't ya know. Hehehe
People need to learn these things for themselves. It's all on the internet and it's all free.
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Human nature says they won't!
@@shadowcastre Sucks for them.
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Yes it does..!
Great info. Me, I will have to use my old mini van if it comes to that. But all the planning and preparing in advance is very wise. Glad you and your family have things set to go just in case. Thanks for all you teach us. I still think about how you did the temporary prepare to the trailer axle till you could get it to a welder. That was amazing!
My wife and I tow a 7x10 cargo trailer with a Toyota sienna for camping. Been working pretty good and we still get between 15 and 20 miles per gallon.
@@johnb1567 do you take any seats out to make room inside the van too? Also is it and? I have an Odyssey, but only 2wd, but tows the 5x8 like a champ on roads. I sleep better in my back seat than I do in my bed in the house. I love the van as it is so versatile. Be Safe n have fun!
@@birdlady2725 , we take it the second row seats and lay down the third row. I also installed air bags in the rear suspension to keep clearance at the hitch.
@@johnb1567 I am always amazed at how much room there is inside when that is done! Do the airbags make a big difference towing - stability wise? Thank you. Peace.
@@birdlady2725 , the air bags just help with the suspension so the rear end doesn't sag so much and drop so much when going over bumps.
They don't help with stability to much. You still have to be careful to get the weight correct in the trailer so it doesn't sway. I had a problem with trailer sway the first couple times until I got the weight distributed correctly.
An anti sway hitch or weight distribution hitch would help more with stability than the air bags.
We had the need for a bug out trailer due to a forest fire. We were not able to return home (luckily our home didn’t burn) for more than 5 weeks. It seems the loss of the use of ones home due to natural disasters, (fires, floods, tornados) shows a great need for a bug out trailer. Bu5 we have our camping/ bug out trailer now!
Hi Robert, Linda and I were just talking about the different reasons for needing to bug out. We didn't think of fire, but that's definitely one!
That must be terrifying! I cannot imagine the devastation. I'm glad you were fortunate and you know better than most of us, the reasoning or need. Any recommendations of what to keep in there from your experience?
@@birdlady2725 - as Rick and Linda’s videos always show - prepare for the unexpected - they have shown us the benefits of making preparations for a wide set of emergency situations- could be having tools with you when you drive some secluded dirt road, or knowledge of how to handle dangerous situations like rattlesnakes, etc.
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Cost me less than 8k to buy a 30-foot travel trailer and get into a forested homestead. I say you gotta love it...
Great video always giving good ideas .
Thanks so much for your shared experiences and advice. I'm listening loud and clear...as the old saying goes... I'm picking up what your throwing down😁👍👍
Great video Thanks you 2
Thanks Teresa, as you already know, it's just a way of life for us to keep things simple.
Exactly! You really never know! I love your bargain camper and hacks. I camped out of my car for 6 weeks last winter. Mid January to end of February 2021 and stayed in Florida at the free Water Management areas. I loved it. But really, when it was cold and rainy, the car did start feeling cramped. That would definitely be a great way to do your own thing! Blank slate.
I didn't know about those Water Management areas and haven't made it to Florida yet, mainly because I've heard it's hard to find free places to overnight. Thanks for watching, Susan!
Very nice rig.
You have some great ideas and most importantly you are using your trailer. We have a slightly larger trailer since 1999 and from the exterior it looks like a trailer a gardener would have. We also opted not to have windows and have cameras and peepholes all around so we can see what is outside. We do have both an AC and powered vents at floor and on roof. We have solar on roof but we also have 2 folding 100w panels so we can park in shade and still charge batteries
I saw a trailer like yours once and wondered "How is that guy able to breathe?" He had the same ventilation set-up.
Still using tents and tarps, used a 2 person tent for decades but at 65 I biggie sized everything and went with fridge. Looking at cargo/mini trailers as I still am getting older and will have to adapt.
There are many reasons to bug out and all will have different requirements, including catching game. One has to start somewhere and you definitely have done that!
HI Michael, we started out with tents and did what you did, went larger. Then I got lazy about the setting up camp and got this trailer. Well, not exactly, but that's how it worked out!
Hi guys, on turning a around, most people use removable hitches on their vehicles, [ the part that the ball sits on]. My truck is a long wheel base 1 ton, turning a trailer on the rear when backing can be a chore, so I added a mount to the front of my truck, I drop the trailer, undue the ball and mount, put ball and mount on the frnt. of truck, so easy to place trailer in any place, easy because you can see right in front of you. Hay great video, even if you just want an awesome trailer for camping. I like my big truck, can go almost anywhere, I surprise 4x4's all the time when I show up in my 91' G.M.C. Jim from Canada ps. take care in these trying times,J.
Thanks for sharing that tip James. I look forward to the day when you guys can come down here and travel again.
Hi Rick ... good to see you and Linda are still getting out in the fresh air (been busy and have not replied in a while, I did retire though) ... funny, the concept of Bugging Out has always been a controversial one ... lots of variables, some good, some not so good ... as you know I have my 6X12 set up with the basics, cot, heater, stove and food/water, most is removable as I use the trailer for other things too ... I taught high altitude back country winter survival for many years in my 20's ... not too sure I want to be "roughing it" in a remote area in my mid 60's, especially in winter ... on the east coast where I am now you're fairly limited on 'remote' areas, and there will be others seeking same ... traveling during "events" could also be dicey ... so you need to move before others panic if you're going to go ... also traveling with weapons is a dicey thing on the liberal east coast .. food and fuel would be my main concerns long term going remote ... whereas I could survive 6 months off grid at home with the supplies I have stored ... there are few people I know who could survive longer than a week bugged out on the road or remote ... you and Linda are bit more practiced than most so you;de experience less hardship ... I did chuckle at the 'squirel meat' joke though ... whatever you do, you need a plan in an emergency situation ... cash, fuel, food, water, medical (and ammo) ... I didn't want to sound negative, but point out some realities if the SHTF ... hopefully, any situation would correct itself quickly ... be well my friends ... I hope the kids and g-kids are all doing well !
Good points to bring up and I agree with you on all of them. Bugging out should be a last resort and you need to know where yo are going before you ever leave your front door. It may not have to be the deep dark woods and may only be a friend or relatives driveway in a town that isn't racked by violence. But whichever, you need to be on top of events and know when it's time to head out, if that's what you're going to do. In many instances, you might be better off staying put. My town would be like that, but there would still be those here who would try to take what you have for themselves. Welcome back, we missed you!
@@gonagain ... yea, I agree, plans can fall apart quickly, so you need to stay flexible ... but having a plan puts you in a much better place than most who don't have one ... no matter where I've lived I've had a plan for the last 20 years ... and I've known a few real "experts" who've studied this for decades ... minor events are survivable ... but severe events like acts of God and/or some severe social collapse means real chaos in the streets that few would survive when the food/water and fuel are gone ... most people suffer from "normalcy bias' meaning they've never seen it so it's out of mind ... but our supply chains are short and weak in things like food and medicines ... think Watts or Ferguson riots 24/7 all over the country ... the Feds and FEMA would be helpless ... many don't know this but millions of people died during the Great Depression from mal-nourishment and the related disease and health issues
I have a 6x12 . I removed the 3/8 plywood walls and used rigid foam reflexit insulation and covered it with 9mm Luan paneling. I don't use heat because I stay below the cold zone and I have a 50 pound Labra-Doodle and 20 degree sleeping bag that keeps me warm. On the underside, I put 3 coats of roll on truck bed liner and stapled on reflexit from Lowes. I copied your shower but used PEX instead of a hula-hoop. I used a rigid trough from Tractor Supply instead of the doggie thing. Please continue doing the engineering work for me so I can just copy it from you. Regards.
Glad to be of some help Drill Sergeant, but it seems like you have the situation well under control!
Thank you for the information
Great vid Rick (I love how you did up the shower, saw that vid) one day I'll get enough saved to buy a little trailer. The wife won't go that way, her idea of bugging out is in a 5th wheel or class A and supporting all the RV parks along the route. ha ha
Your wife has good taste!
RV parks earn their living well!
@@gonagain true nuff but not very logical on our meager S.S. income lol
Well thought out video and excellent advice. Thank you.
Glad you liked it Jim!
Awesome setup and as usual sound advice...
Thanks, Jeff Z. Hope we see you on the next video.
Excellent information. Thank you sir.
Great video sir! Good info. I do love 6x12 single axle trailer. We got everything we need in it and it’s quick to connect to the truck and get the F out! 👍
Totally agree!
Excellent, lots of great ideas👍thanks for sharing...differently food for thought!
Really cool 😎
Enjoyed it, Rick! Very good points. Later, Cajun :-)))
Thanks Cajun!
Thanks for sharing the great information.
Thanks for watching another video, Badger Pa!
Great video! very simple setup and clean. I purchased a 7x14 cargo trailer back in August of 2020, and converted it to a camper, with 305w solar setup and shoreline power and full shower, because I currently live in it full time now, and work out of it. Just my service dog and I. Sometimes I wish I got a smaller trailer but if I did, I would be unhappy because I would be all cramped up and don't like that feeling. I tow my home with a 2014 nissan titan, wish it was a 4x4 but since I live in CA, I pretty much don't go off roading . I love the nomad life because I enjoy the freedom it has to offer and I can go anywhere, and I work full out of it. Thank you for sharing all your videos, and adventures!
Thanks for watching Charles. To me, the 7X14 is the perfect size for what you are doing because of the space for a bathroom and shower. My daughter has one and loves it.
I was thinking I was the only one that used a Hulu hoop for my shower curtain in my pro master but I stopped using it a while back and opted for magnets that seem to work a lot better and if I want to totally take them down I can but the hula hoop worked fine
Rick, always love your take on the simple cargo trailer. Mine is for just one and has all the goodies and camps and tows wonderfully. Got a WeeRoll 5x8. Can't find anything better. Happy out back with Linda and all your CZcams followers.
Thanks William! I've had to opportunity to see some nice little 5x8s.
Keeping it simple, I agree Rick. Picked up many good helpful tips from you and Linda. I've got the bug out trailer supplied and ready. The only thing for me is a fresh water supply.... Need to do some more scouting. Hope your knee feels better. Safe travels Perry
You got that right, water is the main thing for any location!
I'll watch again. Thanks
Very informative video. Tyvm.
You live in the middle of Montana - you're already bugged out!
That's totally true!
Great advice. Beds look really comfy. We have no 6’ wide cargo trailers in U.K. unfortunately. I think I would need bigger windows. Regards from Solent Coast U.K. AJ
That is the good thing probably. U could order the size you want (but it would still have to fit between wall studs I think?). Customize to fit your needs.
I love your no nonsense, common sense approach to problem solving. The only thing I would add to your setup is some firearms.
Ha ha, I’m pretty sure Rick has that covered. A man as prepared as he is, wouldn’t overlook something like that. Generally, it’s better to not talk about some aspects of your resources.
They have talked about their fire arms. First shots loaded with snake shot rounds.
Only when we're walking in snake country, which is very often!
I would opt to paint the exterior a camouflage design to blend in with the surroundings. Or get creative by painting a variety of colorful stones, moss, mushrooms growing out amongst it all, maybe a few frogs sitting on logs in a darkly tinted pond, throw in some cactus, etc. I’m not an artist but the idea sounds delightful. 🎨
That sounds nice Linda.
I think an outside paint job would be a camo-type of Sign, like for Carpentry or Farming, etc, to blend in everywhere... heh...