Alexandria has been living on the road for a number of years and has tried out nearly all the nomadic vehicle options. First, it was a camper van conversion, then a skoolie, and now a truck camper! Despite the camper being known for its water-tightness, Alexandria found after purchasing it that it was largely rotted, and had to tear the entire thing down to the foam and rebuild it.
Thankfully, she had the help and support of her dad, who encouraged her to keep going even when it was discouraging. The result is an awesome rig that allows her to go just about anywhere she feels safe. What do you think of her work?
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Evolution from Van to Skoolie to Truck Camper
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Custom Upper Cabinets with Quality Craftsmanship
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From Government Job to Content Creator on the Road
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Video Tour: DIY 4×4 Truck Camper Rebuild
Design Details
- Vehicle: 4×4 truck with slide-in camper
- Builder: Alexandria (DIY rebuild with dad’s help)
- Total Cost: $35,000 all-in
- Rebuild Scope: Complete teardown to foam and full reconstruction
- Previous Issue: Extensive water damage and rot despite reputation for water-tightness
- Bed: Full-sized (chose smaller bed for extra storage)
- Front Storage: Space for paddleboard and sleeping bags
- Kitchen: Built-in two-burner stove, large sink
- Heating: Marine heater (heats space in minutes)
- Cabinets: Custom-built upper cabinets
- Previous Homes: Camper van, skoolie
- Work: Content creator (formerly government employee)
- Lifestyle: Solo female nomad
Lessons from This Build
- Always Inspect for Hidden Rot: Alexandria’s camper looked water-tight but was rotted inside—thorough inspection before purchase can save major headaches
- Family Support Makes Hard Projects Possible: Her dad’s encouragement kept her going when the rebuild felt overwhelming—don’t underestimate emotional support
- Smaller Bed = More Storage: Choosing a full-sized bed instead of queen freed up front space for gear like paddleboards and sleeping bags
- Marine Heaters Are Worth It: Alexandria calls her marine heater one of her favorite purchases—it heats the space in just minutes
- Experience Builds on Itself: Going from van to skoolie to truck camper taught Alexandria what works for her lifestyle—each rig informed the next
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