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  1. Motrukdriver

    Tiny Korean camper

    Here is a tiny Korean camper.  Yes, Lucy the presenter is speaking in Korean but there are English subs underneath so you can understand what she is saying.  First off, I'm sure this camper will never be available in the US, mostly because of the price.  22,500,000 Won converts to almost $22k...
  2. Motrukdriver

    Super compact camper from Australia, NOT!!!

    Oh those crazy Australians.  They really know how to make the most out of the smallest of space.  And to think, he only paid $4000 AUD for this which is about $3000 US depending on the conversion at the time. Note: This is a 8:35 minute long video of a bus conversion out of Australia so don't...
  3. Motrukdriver

    Old satellite dish uses

    While looking for a streaming site plugin I found this video.  4 different uses for an old satellite dish.  Thought it was interesting so I figured I'd share it here. Note:  This is an 8:47 minute long video that shows different uses for satellite dishes.  The last 40 or so seconds is more...
  4. Motrukdriver

    A lot of folks have bicycles with them

    so this might be something usable for your bike when you don't really wanna ride anywhere but still want some exercise.  Use that expended energy to produce energy. https://rockthebike.com/roll-up-generator-stand/ Note:  This is a website that sells an interesting bicycle generator/stand...
  5. Motrukdriver

    Toyota 4x4 van video

    This video has some cool ideas for builds.  The actual video is ok and it is sponsored by Rxbar or something like that (food stuff).  The van is small but the build is pretty cool and maybe can give some ideas for those just starting and wondering what to do and how to utilize space.  Apologies...
  6. Motrukdriver

    I found this today. Simple concept camper

    It showed up on my laptop today so I thought I'd share.  Seems like a really simple way to get a cute camper for not a lot of money.  You supply the utility trailer, go to their location, they drop a camper shell on it for you.  Says $995 for the shell so that is probably the 4x8 trailer model. ...
  7. Motrukdriver

    This should hold them.

    I've been thinking about how to mount the solar panels to the roof of the Jeep.  Found this and it should do the trick nicely.  A set of these going width wise and then an additional aluminum piece running length wise on either side.  I'm wanting to mount 3 panels on the roof with removable pin...
  8. Motrukdriver

    So you are on a really tight budget...

    Build your own camper from a salvage camper.  This is a mental exercise so let your dreams fly free.   Assuming you have a capable tow vehicle, skills, tools and a work place you could purchase something like this: https://www.salvagebid.com/244824542-2015-jayco-jay-flight/ Note: this is an...
  9. Motrukdriver

    I have this idea for a gathering...

    and right now it is only an idea.  I can't act on it or do any organizing for at least another year.  I have another rental house remodel in front of me and then I have to build my Vardo.  But, if someone else thinks this is a good idea and can run with it they yayyyy...  So, what we do is call...
  10. Motrukdriver

    A flag for my camp. Do you have one?

    I'm of Irish/English/Mutt ancestry and I do claim my Irish side more than the rest.  Irish music always gives me chicken skin.  While I'm not the stereotypical Irish'ish person regarding the consumption of alcohol, back when I did drink I prefered beers and ales that were akin to the Irish...
  11. Motrukdriver

    Went back a few pages of threads

    and didn't see anything discussing wood stoves so I'll post this here for everyone to comment on.   Experiences?  How cool is it?  Does it really work like advertised?  How much room does it take from your living space?  You know the drill... lets dissect it and see where it takes us. ...
  12. Motrukdriver

    Was checking out ebikes...

    They sure are expensive.  Found this instructional video on how to make your own ebike for under $500 and that includes buying a new bike.  Could probably go a bit cheaper if you picked up a used bike someplace and even cheaper if you already have a bike you can use.  This is a 16:14 minute long...
  13. Motrukdriver

    I love being on the water

    almost as much as camping in the great outdoors.  Pulling a boat unless you have that load it system kinda limits you to having a truck camper and a really heavy duty pickup.  Don't get me wrong, I like truck campers but at this point in my life I'm probably not going to get one.  I've been...
  14. Motrukdriver

    I got an idea for a Frankencamper

    I got this old truck frame with a decent engine/transmission and there is an old Ford Escort body over there and around behind the barn is an old travel trailer with a screwed up axle and suspension.  What is a hillbilly to do with all this junk?  Wait!!!  I got an idea....  It just might work.
  15. Motrukdriver

    Just when you thought you've seen everything

    you are innocently searching the internet for who knows what and this suddenly appears on your screen.... http://www.traveloutdoors.co.uk/disposable-camping-toilet-shit-box/ Reallly???? Description added by moderator - link for a disposable cardboard camping toilet
  16. Motrukdriver

    Was watching the live feed on YouTube

    Absolutely disgusting number of trolls posting hurtful and nasty stuff in the chat section.  It never fails to amaze me the number of people with no life that feel the need to bring down others because the others are happy.
  17. Motrukdriver

    Evaporative air cooling

    Here is an instructable for a portable swamp cooler.  It won't be long before the warm comes back to it might be time to think about what you might do keep comfortable in it.   This uses a lot of water but it looks like it would cool a pretty large area.  I'm sure we could engineer a smaller...
  18. Motrukdriver

    Art you can poop on

    What a cool composting toilet.  There are basic plans to build your own as well.  Would you poop in this? https://druidgarden.wordpress.com/tag/humanure-cover-material/ We can't do the composting part of course unless we are living on our own land and how many of us actually do that?  Still a...
  19. Motrukdriver

    Hot water heat exchanger heat

    I've been thinking about this for heating a small space like the Vardo/Sheep Wagon I'm planning.  The water heater will be a dedicated closed loop system heated directly by wind turbines.  I've found some nice looking low air speed start up 200 watt turbines so two of them should generate plenty...
  20. Motrukdriver

    Camp kitchen

    Here is a pretty cool looking camp kitchen box you can build.  Either as a stand alone or attach it to a wall for a dedicated inside use.  Looks to be an easy build...
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