Comments on: The Best 7×16 Cargo Trailer Conversion Camper You’ve Ever Seen

By: Nicoll Davis

Nicoll Davis — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 19:58:05 +0000

In reply to Rich.

I can’t really speak to booking cargo trailers in National Parks/State Parks because we usually just camp off-grid when we’re there. But when it comes to trying to book spots at RV parks in cities to visit family, it’s been a bit of a hassle. They often ask about our rig, and then they’ll say something like, “Sorry, we don’t accept self-converted RVs.” Hope that helps!

By: Rich

Rich — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 17:10:31 +0000

In one of the comments you mentioned that getting the cargo trailer camper into some campgrounds was difficult. Can you tell more about that? I want to build one but if I can’t use it at say state or national parks then I’ll reconsider.

By: Blake

Blake — Fri, 26 Jan 2024 21:16:46 +0000

Great article and inspiration. Intrigued to hear you used 2inch insulation when most others seem to only use 1inch. I’ll bet that makes a big difference. Did you use a vapour barrier over that before installing the wall covering? Curious why you went with a Wave6 heater rather than something that direct vents to the outside, but I guess the minisplit handles most of your heating and cooling needs?
I’m looking at converting our 2022 7×16 cargo trailer into an art studio for my textile artist fiancé, so without bed and kitchen and shower it will be quite a different layout. Also dreaming up plans for a similar size live-in trailer for her mom, who may come live with us in the back40. I don’t know about you, but I love nerding out and obsessing about all the different layout options and systems design etc.
Anyway, thanks for providing inspiration here!

By: Nicoll Davis

Nicoll Davis — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:55:38 +0000

In reply to Sran.

It was a Look trailer. Jake had it custom ordered to be 7ft fall on the inside, so it was taller than a typical cargo trailer. But you can call other companies and ask for estimates.

By: Sran

Sran — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 03:02:57 +0000

Great article. I didn’t see where you mentioned the brand/model of the trailer? I want to do what your doing but think it is important to know that first.

By: Nicoll Davis

Nicoll Davis — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 01:25:23 +0000

In reply to Betty.

Our cargo trailer door came with the latch we used. But you could try an RV latch like this one? https://amzn.to/3N8kowa