Cargo Trailer Conversion Completed!

[GlennMcMullin]

I just finished my conversion on a Forest River 14 x 6 V nose trailer. I bought new in 2024 and took it moose hunting down some rough roads that caused some damage. Damage repaired then I put an axle flip in it to give me 4” more ground clearance. I added brakes as well since the trailer, two four wheelers and gear were starting to push a bit when stopping. I put a kitchen at the front with a counter and storage but I left out water since tanks kill ground clearance under the trailer. I have a 35 gallon plastic drum that stays in the box of my truck. That’s enough water for our needs. I have a pump and on demand heater that I use for showering in a Joolca shower tent. I made a table that comes off the wall so that I can fit one atv in the trailer. The bed is 60” wide for my wife and I or it stacks up as two bunks for hunting. Outside, I added a light and an awning that I had made by a Mennonite shop for less than $200. I got some of my inspiration from this website, thanks a lot.

 

[NeilYoung]

very nice!

 

[rose090999]

Nice build!

 

[philpom]

Very nice, looks refined and well thought out.

 

[GlennMcMullin]

Thanks for the feedback. It wasn’t going to be as luxurious originally but my wife looked a bit unamused with the “hunt camp” decor.

 

[Camping Cur]

Gotta say...very impressive build! Our 6X12 works OK for us, but I'm Jonesing over the extra 2 feet! We had weight considerations so we are being content...for now LOL. Lovin' the "Table For Two" idea!
We are currently using the entry door wall area for plastic drawers in order to have our clothing and other items handy. Might look into what you did for the future. All in all, a well done trailer without going "over the top"! Sure beats a "Hunt Camp" !!

 

[GlennMcMullin]

Here’s a link to a YouTube video of the trailer.

 

[McDave-TNT]

I just finished my conversion on a Forest River 14 x 6 V nose trailer. I bought new in 2024 and took it moose hunting down some rough roads that caused some damage. Damage repaired then I put an axle flip in it to give me 4” more ground clearance. I added brakes as well since the trailer, two four wheelers and gear were starting to push a bit when stopping. I put a kitchen at the front with a counter and storage but I left out water since tanks kill ground clearance under the trailer. I have a 35 gallon plastic drum that stays in the box of my truck. That’s enough water for our needs. I have a pump and on demand heater that I use for showering in a Joolca shower tent. I made a table that comes off the wall so that I can fit one atv in the trailer. The bed is 60” wide for my wife and I or it stacks up as two bunks for hunting. Outside, I added a light and an awning that I had made by a Mennonite shop for less than $200. I got some of my inspiration from this website, thanks a lot.

 

[McDave-TNT]

Very nice! Clean, modern, simple and effective. Should do everything you need. Great job!

 

[GlennMcMullin]

I thought I would make a short update after doing some summer camping with my wife. I previously had an open space to the left of the fridge. I stuck the ends of the bed platforms and cushions into it while travelling but it was a waste of space while camping. I added shelves and a door so I have more storage for food. I put a couple of eyes against the wall and constrain the bed under the shadow of the wall cabinet for travel. It works well and leaves lots of room for the atv.

 

[GlennMcMullin]

Starting this thread by saying my trailer was completed was obviously a bit premature. Since then I have made some changes to the cabinets and now I have made a set of roof racks. Now I’m thinking it’s a good place to mount a solar panel before next spring. I made some gutters last year to mount my Yakima racks but the racks were a bit too flexible and barely tall enough to keep the canoe clear of the roof. I didn’t want to worry about the stem of the canoe punching a hole in the roof. I guess I can always say it’s closer to completion.