newbie looking to convert 5x8 Haulmark cargo trailer for camping

[Sandraw]

Looking to convert 5X8 enclosed cargo trailer to a weekender.  First thing I need to do is install or have installed an. RV door.  RV services tell me it will require a specially built door.  I dont see any diy door installs on YouTube.  Looks like it could be well over $800 to get one installed.  Any ideas from you folks?

 

[crofter]

Welcome to the forum!
-crofter

 

[RvDreams]

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[highdesertranger]

What was their reason they gave you that the door needed to be specially built? That doesn't sound right to me. I paid 250 bucks for a brand new RV door at a RV surplus yard and installed it myself. They install just like a window. BTW there are a ton of people on you tube that have no idea how to install windows so beware about getting you info there.

Oh yeah, welcome.

Highdesertranger

 

[Sandraw]

the height of interior is only 65 inches.  They said RV doors are 72.

 

[user 423]

Have you done a search for RV doors? Here's just a few that include various size doors for teardrops and/or RV's:

https://www.mirageinc.com/trailer-parts/31-rv-entrance-door-square-universal-400-series/

https://www.challengerdoor.com/teardrop-trailer-doors/

https://www.amazon.com/LeisureRV-Te...1253497011&rnid=386419011&s=automotive&sr=1-1

Proper installation won't be cheap...

 

[Sandraw]

thanks for the links.  I have googled but sometimes it helps for other\s input.  I def will check these out.

 

[Sandraw]

Thank you all for your welcome and input.  I have decided to go with professional install at the Haulmark certified shop. 
for the door, still researching window install.

 

[RvOwner]

I hope you got valuable links for the DIY door projects but to be on the safer side the door must be installed from a professional repairer or carpenter.
One of the prime reasons is you can claim in case of any emergency.

 

[Shyian]

What are you got to tow it with? 5x8 cargo trailer is small. Are you thinking about a tear drop style camper??

 

[farmerjosh0012]

you can do a lot with some 2x4s, some decent plywood and the ability two read a tape measure. that's a really small space so heating it shouldn't be an issue and using some imagination and creating some new skills on a custom project could be fun as well.

 

[nature lover]

I don’t want to step on anyone else’s toes here but I do disagree with 2x4’s. Your structure is already sound - walls floor and ceiling, Roof. Get down to at least two twos you might even want to use furring strips these things save a lot of weight. Many trailers come with installed plywood floor and walls. The lighter the better especially with the price of gas being what it is today. I left for Florida about this time last year and gas was $1.60 a gallon. of course we all know it’s more than double that now. Don’t over build with heavier lumber unless you need the support.