Chay and his brother Colby set out to build a truck camper they could actually afford — and they gave themselves three non-negotiables: it had to cost under $1K, it had to sleep both of them in bunks, and it needed to lift completely off the truck so the vehicle could still be used normally.
Ten days, plenty of grit, and some creative problem-solving later, they pulled it off. Their dad jumped in on the final day to help with drywall and finishing touches, and together they managed to meet their deadline and stay under budget. The transformation is impressive — and you can watch the full build below.
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They Built a $1K Truck Camper in 10 Days!
Images via President Chay
The inside looks so well-finished!
Images via President Chay
And yes, there’s an AC unit!
Images via President Chay
VIDEO: Turning my TRUCK into a TINY HOME (for less than $1,000)
Highlights
- Chay and Colby built a truck camper under $1K with specific features, including removable bunks.
- They completed the project in just 10 days, emphasizing hard work and creativity.
- Their father assisted with drywall and finishing touches, ensuring the project met its deadline.
- The finished camper includes an AC unit and appears well-finished.
We’re curious to know what you think!
After reading about Chay, Colby, and their dad’s impressive feat of building a $1K truck camper in just 10 days, what are your thoughts? Could you see yourself taking on a similar project, or do you have any tips for those considering a DIY camper build?
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Looks tippy.
WOW!!! You guys should go into business building these. Great job!