Home built micro camper

Daron

Daron

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I have been researching small 5x8 campers to pull behind my TJ. I have come across many videos of people building them at home.
Have any of you built one? If so, can you post a few pics?
Any pointers before I decide on attemping to build one?

Thank you.
 
Yes, weight is the enemy and it mounts up really quickly. mine is nearing completion and is currently at 620kg (1360lb) still needs a 20kg mattress, a 20kg awning and a few other items. Lets say it's approx 680kg (1500lb) when finished . Bare chassis with wheels and tyres would be around the 270-280kg mark, so the camper shell alone is around 300kg. This pic is its first tow, needs a few tweaks but am pretty happy with the outcome.

First tow.jpeg
 
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That looks great, kind of military looking. Is that built from a kit or did you come up with this design?

BTW my cousin is in the RAAF in Williamtown.
 

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