Expedition trailer diy

Posts about off-road written by Michael Janzen

Guide to building a DIY overland trailer capable of off-road adventure, including design and fabrication steps.

Back in November of last year, Ed and Lorraine arrived from Arizona to pickup a trailer frame we setup for them. It was designed for off-road towing using a Jeep YJ spring and 15” tires.

I think we need video of the tent going up and down :lurk: Looks great! What are you using for stabilizers when the trailer is unhitched from the tow...

American teardrops first became common in the 1930s after DIY magazines such as Popular Mechanics published plans to build your own. The ultra-lightweight concept normally only sleeps a maximum of two adults in the cabin and has a small outside galley or kitchen at the back of the trailer. Often these campers weighed little more than 450kg and were very streamlined so were ideal for towing behind small cars or for long road trips.

Off-Road small camper for the greater outdoors. Cozy, spacious, reliable caravan. Ideal for solo travellers, couples, and also best for families of four.

On these photos you can see the third bed, an hammock that only takes 2 minutes to be mounted or removed. Can hold a person of any weight wiht no problem.

OK, I'm a n00b to the whole Expedtion Trailer world so if this is a stupid question my apologies in advance. What do you need a C02 tank for while out...

Insulation... Interior lights: Completed Mk02 interior: The blue-white is painted-on silicone roof sealant that waterproofs & makes a nice, non-skid...