Are you about to make HUGE mistakes building your trailer? Watch this now to avoid massive mistakes. Messing up royally is so easy to do, and avoid! Here are 7 ways plus 3 "bonus" ways you might do it, and how to avoid them. Applies to vans, RV's and other mobile rigs too!
Whether you are just getting started or are nearly completed with your build, there are tips in here that can help you avoid mistakes, tragedy, and wasted time, money, and energy.
Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
1:10 - Mistake 1: Buying the wrong size rig
5:05 - Mistake 2: Skipping insulation and under-insulate
8:13 - Mistake 3: Skipping or skimping air conditioning and heating
11:57 - Mistake 4: Failure to power audit
16:24 - Mistake 5 - Cargo trailer floorplan design mockups
22:24 - Mistake 6 - water damage, water tightness, dealing with rust
26:42 - Mistake 7: Hitches for your cargo trailer - anti-sway hitch - weight distribution hitches
31:34 Bonus mistake #1: Occam's razor
34:03 Bonus mistake #2: Advice from unqualified people
38:04 - Bonus mistake #3: Suspension or axle changes
💲 Shout out to @EXPLORIST life - DIY Campers who created the "power audit" spreadsheet I used to figure out my total power needs: https://www.explorist.life/what-size-of-solar-system-is-needed-to-power-a-camper/
💲 Link to cargo trailer conversion estimator spreadsheet : https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12-b7nvTy-Q5fq4Bzuns4tkSIhYt8RyyvDO59gcPC5AY/edit?usp=sharing
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Gear I've purchased for my build (and recommend to you). Links support my channel. Thanks!
Camping, Survival, and Recreation Gear:
- Surviveware Trauma First Aid kit: https://amzn.to/37k4qM1
- Champion Dual-fuel 3800 watt Generator: https://amzn.to/3nviuYo
- Porta Potty: https://amzn.to/35lIcsf
- Portable Folding Campfire Grill: https://amzn.to/3pKkCh1
- Machete: https://amzn.to/3pFmHKK
- Outdoor Rug 5' x 6' https://amzn.to/32RyPyJ
- Magnet Fishing Kit: https://amzn.to/32SkBgR
- Ultralight Camping Chair: https://amzn.to/3gUU8p0
- Garmin inReach Explorer / GPS / PLB: https://amzn.to/3nn6XdW
Cargo Trailer Furnishings and Gear:
- Swivel chair for lounging: https://amzn.to/3r1oY3O
- Barton Propane Range/Stove 2 Burner: https://amzn.to/3nAVzL4
- E-track track kit with tiedown rings: https://amzn.to/3nfP4xo
- RV Mattress: https://amzn.to/2Iib4sH
- Memory foam topper: https://amzn.to/2UgdtpR
- Camplux portable propane water heater: https://amzn.to/3neowMP
- Greenclick RV LED Lights 8 pack: https://amzn.to/3qWKneB
- Iceco VL60 dual-zone fridge: https://amzn.to/2IqNhGm
- Water tank (30gallon) : https://amzn.to/2Ug9YzI
- Large round bar sink: https://amzn.to/3khnZYM
- Bar and prep faucet which works GREAT! https://amzn.to/35kXOMC
- Whale water footpump in kitchen: https://amzn.to/3klvoGp
- Lippert 12volt water pump: https://amzn.to/32xA8Tq
- TBI Pro 50 foot expandable garden hose: https://amzn.to/2K6QGen
- Rubbermaid Action Packers 8 Gallon Storage bins: https://amzn.to/2UBGTyY
- Renogy 500amp hour battery monitor with shunt kit: https://amzn.to/2HaasEJ
- Moryde CRE3000 Trailer Suspension System: https://amzn.to/3nrfvQC
Towing Vehicle Gear and Security Stuff:
- Husky Weight Distribution Hitch with Sway Control: https://amzn.to/381hCo4
- Snap-on towing mirrors (most trucks) https://amzn.to/2IG0eMU
- Campark Backup Camera 1080P: https://amzn.to/3ahqyZA
- PACLOCK's TL81A Trailer Locks: https://amzn.to/38cAf8Z
- Reolink Outdoor Security Camera: https://amzn.to/2LCbqeN
- Bilstein Rear Shocks for Towing: https://amzn.to/37nJe7P (affordable)
Camera / Vlogging Gear:
- Canon M50 camera body: https://amzn.to/38cz3T3
- Sigma 16mm Wide angle lens for vlogging with M50: https://amzn.to/3oUoGKb
- Canon EF-M 55-200mm all arounder lens: https://amzn.to/3r3QNs2
- FeiyuTech AK2000 3-Axis Camera Stabilizer Gimbal: https://amzn.to/2Wlby4s
- 36 Slot Memory Card Organizer: https://amzn.to/3agHWxy
- Camera sling bag: https://amzn.to/3afbjA9
- Netral Density Filter - adjustable for Sigma lens: https://amzn.to/3oX0Qxg
- Pixel Wireless Lavalier Microphone: https://amzn.to/3oTklqA
- Purple Panda Lav microphone: https://amzn.to/3qXWqrU
- Tascam DR-05X Recorder: https://amzn.to/2ITyOnb
- Samsung S9 Phone / camera: https://amzn.to/3r4LSHI
Motorcycle Gear:
- Shinko Dual Sport 705 Tires https://amzn.to/2JZfllD - mixed use 80/20
- Shinko 805 Offroading tire: https://amzn.to/2Wgum53 - more aggressive 40/60
- Titan Motorycle Ramp - Extra Wide: https://amzn.to/2Ufjp2F
- E-Track Motorcycle Wheel Chock: https://amzn.to/3pjSVuW
- Revit Sand 3 Motorcycling Gloves: https://amzn.to/3gSdlaT
- Revit Sand 3 Adventure Riding Jacket: https://amzn.to/3r8UuNx
- Revit Back Protector for ADV Sand 3 jacket: https://amzn.to/3mwjdrz
- Bell STAR MIPS Helmet: https://amzn.to/3agSlZO
- Moto battery trickle charger 12v: https://amzn.to/3p0p8X9
- Comfy seat air cushion: https://amzn.to/3oTYfnW
- Auxiliary LED cubes by Nirider: https://amzn.to/386fag9