I was looking around for no reason

[Motrukdriver]

and found this...    I could build one of these with no problems at all.  

http://www.doityourselfrv.com/classic-sheep-wagon-rv/

 

[highdesertranger]

dang, think what it would be like to be in one of those during a hail storm. hope you brought the ear plugs. highdesertranger

 

[Ballenxj]

dang,  think what it would be like to be in one of those during a hail storm.  hope you brought the ear plugs.  highdesertranger

Typical tin roof, even rain would be loud. That could be a fun project though. I see a lot of people trying to sell older slide in campers mounted on either small boat, or harbor freight trailers though, so, lots of choices.

 

[Motrukdriver]

Posted this some time ago but I keep coming back to it. I'm really liking those sheep wagons. I figure I could build an insulated roof on the hoops and then cover it with the corrugated sheet metal. Deaden the sound like in any other travel trailer but have that look on the outside. GypsySpirit's Vardo is the new driving force that keeps me looking back at these dang sheep wagons. I'd go with an extra long twin instead of that full size mattress so increase interior floor space. Prolly need an outdoor potty and shower tent or enclosure. I could pull this with my little pickup and sell the Jeep. Dunno, still dreaming while sitting in a puddle of sweat over here in this frickin Aussie heat... Can't wait to get my hands back on the tools in my shop. I soooooo miss them.

 

[bullfrog]

Heat bend layers of foam, cover with Harbor Freight drop cloths soaked in Tite Bond glue, paint with oops house paint from Home Depot, your heirs will be trying to figure out how to get rid of the dang thing. Take a look at Lews video tour of his trailer.

 

[Wanderer]

Interesting. Trailer for sale that would work for this at $900 I'd happily toss $3-5K into doing something like this. I'd still go with Propane, but I'd for sure working something out with the roof....Yes, I have earplugs also

Just read this part: Each of the standard camp wagons are custom made and the standard price is $11,500.

Yeah, bet I can do it for less, but not for sale to anyone

 

[Motrukdriver]

Yeah, bet I can do it for less, but not for sale to anyone

Do it for a lot less I'm sure.  I already have a 4x8 heavy duty utility trailer but trailers are relatively cheap on craigslist.  I'll bed you could build this for under $2000.  I'll guess a month of time as well.

 

[Motrukdriver]

Here is one built on a 4x8 utility trailer.  I wouldn't go with a canvas top for durability but it is still very cool and would make a dandy rig to camp in.

 

[Motrukdriver]

This is a similar style. More of a Vardo/Sheep Wagon merge. Still a very cool rig to camp in.

https://uncommoncate.wordpress.com/tag/sheep-wagon/

 

[NoMadYesHappy]

I am living in 2700 square feet. I am looking to move into 38 square feet. To me, this is a mansion!
...and, just cute as a bug!

 

[Motrukdriver]

Another Vardo/Sheep Wagon merge. Yeah, I'm really loving this type of rig. Small, light, custom designed and so very cozy.

http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Gypsy-Wagon/

 

[Motrukdriver]

Imagine having this as your rig all set up and relaxing after a hike in the hills.  The desert winds would of course dictate what you can set out and set up but there are days when you can do exactly this and just enjoy being alive....  The only negative side would be that every frikkin youtube video producer will want to come interview you interrupting your peace so they can make a buck on their channel.

 

[Motrukdriver]

This is one that has the 10 degree tilted out side walls. Not a bad option if you need a touch more room. He did a great job making this one up.

https://www.littlethings.com/diy-wagon-tiny-home/

 

[Motrukdriver]

This one is a youtube video of a gal that built her own Vardo/Reading Wagon.  She did wire it for 110ac so I'd probably skip that part for my own use.  What a great looking wagon including all the gingerbread trim work.  Would you live in this?

 

[bullfrog]

Living and traveling are two very different things. These people are building super heavy. Most of these wagons were designed to be pulled by horses at slow speeds. I like the idea of two twin beds one over each wheel for two people or a an 80" wide trailer with a single twin in the front for a single person. I like the arched roof for head room over the center isle but could make solar probmatic. Straight side walls with stuctural cabinets are much easier and functional as out ward slanting walls put more weight outside and cause even more problems with the most likely over loaded axle. Imagine how much dust and dirt would hit that rear door doing 25MPH down a dusty road and how hard it would be to maintain. Lew's trailer is lighter and more functional, and since his addition, has the space for full time living, it is just a well thought trailer for a single person built on a trailer capable of highway speeds. These things are works of art and can be imitated using modern light weight materials but would take a lot of trial and error to get them right for todays nomadic life style. I really like to look at them but building something you can use in todays 14 day limit BLM and having to use Interstate's sometimes take someone that's a lot more talented than I am.

 

[Motrukdriver]

They do look heavy but a few of them have mentioned what the weight was. I was amazed. Now there is no way I'd put in a cast iron stove mostly because of the weight factor and I prefer my fires outside. Saw another video I didn't post where the trailer was about 16 feet long and it weighed in at 2000 pounds and included a shower. I was concerned about highway speeds myself but those concerned were put to rest when I read the write up on the build at the instructables page. One of his check list items was building a trailer that would withstand highway speeds. His wagon is still looking awesome after 20,000 miles. Personally I dislike interstates so most of my traveling will be the back roads only hopping on the big road on an as needed basis. Still looking and thinking and planning and scheming. Do you have a link to Lew's trailer build?

 

[tx2sturgis]

 think what it would be like to be in one of those during a hail storm.  hope you brought the ear plugs. 

WHAT?

:huh:

 

[bullfrog]

There is no build page but a pretty good tour where he describes what he did on Youtube I believe there is more than one video but alas my computor skills are lacking. I have seen the trailer and it is towed easily with a 1/2 ton Ford F150. It has composting toilet, shower, and solar all built on a sturdy trailer using wood boat building methods, with curved roof, side ways bunk and over the wheels body looks very much like a sheep wagon.

 

[AdventurousAdriana]

My gosh, this is adorable!  It looks quite cozy as well.  LOVE it!

 

[bullfrog]

Okay I found the video tour of Lou's handmade trailer on Enigmatic Nomadics YouTube channel. You will have to scroll down as it is an older one like me!