CONSTRUCTION BEGINS
October 2017
After building the frame on top of the trailer, John put up plywood on the inside of the frame.
OUTER SIDING
October 2017
John added the wood siding, bending the wood around the frame as he went.
INNER VIEW
October 2017
The inside view. You can see the bed frame and the cut-out for the pop-up portion of the camper.
Also pictured are the side windows.
FRONT COUNTER
October 2017
The inside view. At the front of the camper is a counter and shelves in progress.
OUTSIDE VIEW
November 2017
John added fiberglass to the outer hull and then added the first coat of paint.
INSIDE VIEW
November 2017
The inside view. One of the side windows is installed. All the wood has its first coat of stain.
The bed frame is complete, as is the front counter.
OUTSIDE VIEW
May 2017
The outside view of the completed camper.
This is the right (passenger) side.
You can see the main door, and the small access panel that opens to the back and underside of the bed frame.
OUTSIDE VIEW
May 2017
The right (driver’s side) view. You can see the second window and the lower access panel.
REAR PANEL DOORS
May 2017
The outside view of the completed camper.
This is the right (passenger) side.
You can see the main door, and the small access panel that opens to the back and underside of the bed frame.
POP UP PANEL
May 2017
The pop-up panel of the camper. It is latched down for travel.
INSIDE VIEW OF POP-UP PANEL
May 2017
The pop-up panel is held up with this wooden rod.
The rod can be inserted horizontally or vertically (see below).
This is the right (passenger) side.
POP UP PANEL
May 2017
The wooden rod can hold up the panel while installing the screens.
The screens help increase the ceiling height for better standing room.
In addition, it lets in lots of light and air.
OUTSIDE VIEW OF POP-UP PANEL
May 2017
The pop-up panel with screens installed. These screens show in more detail how the screens fit together.
POP UP PANEL
May 2017
Outer detail of pop-up panel on the right side.
POP UP PANEL & INTERIOR VIEW
May 2017
The pop-up panel interior view, with counter and bed.
COUNTER AND SHELVES
May 2017
The countertop serves as a great place for food prep. The shelves below are for food storage and/or other camp items.
COOLER COMPARTMENT
May 2017
The cooler compartment holds a standard sized cooler. It keeps ice from melting for four or five days – even in summer weather!
A sturdy nylon cord holds the door open, along with a set of hinges.
BED AND FRAME
May 2017
The bed is full-sized and fits two adults comfortably.
STORAGE SPACE
May 2017
Underneath the bed frame, storage space spans the entire length. The back of the space can be accessed from the rear access doors from the outside.
READY FOR TRAVEL
The camper weighs about 2000 lbs. Before towing, check the tow rating for your specific vehicle.