Many people now enjoy homemade stuff for all its many benefits. If you are someone who loves life on the road you must be familiar with the hazards of packing stuff from the back of your truck into tents or hotels, and back. It is a lot of stress.

Here comes homemade truck camper plans to solve these problems for you. You don’t have to purchase a truck camper. You can just DIY your own in your garage.

Many folks like you who love the outdoors have done it. So can you. Plans range from the easy to the hard. Whoever you are, you will find your place in the spectrum for sure. All you need to do is watch these videos, or check out the links.

Things To Note

Before embarking on a truck camper build it is important you have these heads-ups. You do need a big budget for some of these plans while others only need moderate finance. It is typical of every build to consider the following:

Budget

How much money are you willing to spend? This will determine the kind of plan you chose. Your budget also determines the functionalities and amenities you add to your build.

Space

How big is the space in your truck? Not all trucks are the same size. So you won’t get the same functions as the ones in the videos all the time.

Type of truck

Some trucks are more suitable for certain plans than others. Be sure that your truck can withstand the weight, the wood, or other parameters.

1. Homemade DIY truck camper build

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$2000

In this plan you begin by measuring the footprint of the truck bed to determine the size of the space you have to work with. This determines the overall length and breadth of the camper. Place a plywood base on the floor of the truck. This is the foundation for the rest of the build. Secure this plywood bed using large bolts.

Next cut 7-inch tall supports of plywood with vertical Kreg jig joints secured with a toenail style. The toenail system is stronger than most. The next part of the build involves the sleeping platform drawer. This one has a 13-inch interior width enough to hold 2-burner camping stoves.

As shown in the photo, mount the drawer slides to the platform support. Be exact in the drawer measurements to avoid mistakes. Next, build the sleeping platform cover using plywood 4 by 8 length. Apply to finish with the wood stain of your choice and paint—this is optional.

Materials Needed

• Truck camper
• Plywood boards
• Oak board
• Drawer slides
• Drawer handle
• Self tapping screws

Tool Needed

• Kreg jig kit clamp
• Circular saw
• Jig saw
• Speed drill
• Hole saw
• Speed square

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2. Making a cheap homemade truck camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$2000—$3000

This builder shows you how to build your own cheap homemade truck camper using tools and materials from craigslist or home depot, whichever is close to you. What’s important is spending little to achieve some comfort for traveling with your own truck. If your truck is like the one in this video then you need to purchase plywood for the work.

Cut the boards for the sides and walls that would be mounted on the back of the truck. You’ll need insulation as well, aluminum foil would be a good option for this. The aluminum foil is stapled to wood boards which serve as the walls in the truck body. Before beginning the actual build you need to determine how much you want in the camper. Think of the things you want to pack with you all the time when you travel.

You need to make a drawing showing the real measurements you take with tape. Follow these measurements as you install the parts. You need oak for the cabinets, shelves, and the kitchen area that you will build into the camper. As you can see in this video, there’s a part of the camper where the builder installs a slab of wood that’s been covered in foam for sleeping.

Materials Needed

• Plywood
• Oak wood
• Cabinet handle
• Clamps
• Hinges

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Staplers
• Sander
• Drill bits

3. Building a homemade truck camper on a weekend

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1,000-$2,000

You can actually build your own truck camper this weekend. All you need are the right materials and tools to put it all together in hours and be ready to use the next day. And you can have a camper that sleeps two people right in the back of your truck. You need lumber and plenty of screws to get his build done.

Clean the bed before beginning, measure the space you have, and write them down. Make a rough sketch of what you want to see, and add the measurements to each side and angle. First, build a bed. In this plan, the builder made a sleeping platform to sit on the wheel well. Depending on how long the space in the back of your truck is, you can build the bed to fill the whole space. Demarcate where the cabinets and other shelves in the camper will be and mark that area out.

You can have storage under the bed you have built. This method allows you to think of your build in two levels—the top of the bed where you live and sleep, and below the bed where more than half of your storage and your stuff is kept. Take note to cut the storage cabinet to fit around the wheel well. Also, build the camper bed in a way that allows you to put half of the bed away during the day to allow sitting.

Materials Needed

• Lumber
• Screws
• Nylon poly tubing
• Truck tent
• Hand pump faucet
• Flexible camping drain
• Stick-on Velcro

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Drill bits
• Screwdriver

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4. Building a DIY truck camper from scratch

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$2000

Building a truck camper from scratch requires some enjoyable work. It begins with the framing with 2 by 4s. Here you need exact measurements of scale which must begin from the truck bed. So measure the truck bed, and know how high you want your camper to be. Now go to work by cutting the pieces of wood for the frame that would stand on the back of your truck.

The last thing that goes into the frame you’ve built is the bed of plywood that you put on the floor of the frame. As you can see in the video, this build will require the effort of two people who know how to use the tools. As you build, take note to add spaces for all the things like cabinets and shelves for storage that you want.

In this video, the builder ended the build by covering the frame of wood with what looked like corrugated metal or aluminum. In your own case, you can cover the frame with whatever suits you. Really, your budget can determine a lot of what you do. The builder here spent about $3000.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• 20 gauge wire
• Fuse box
• Roof vent
• Cabinet catch
• Interior and exterior lights

Tools Needed

• Drill
• Screw gun
• Table saw
• Miter saw
• Jigsaw

5. Building a lightweight truck camper

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$2000—$3000

6. Homemade truck camper build

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$3000

You need wood to get this build completed, 2 by 4s or some other sizes that you feel is alright for your own build. Then you need plywood to cover it. Measure the truck bed first to know the length of wood to cut. Draw a sketch for the build, attach all measurements to the areas and sides.

Get your wood and start cutting following the measurements you have. Once you have all your wood cut, sanded, start to assemble the frame as shown in the video. After this, cut the exterior plywood out. You can do this in sections to make it easy. Remember the window on the sides. You can stain and paint.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• Screws
• Nails

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Sander
• Screw gun
• Drill

7. A homemade truck camper that is a work of art

Level	Hard
Material	Wood, metal
Cost	$1000—$2000

If you haven’t seen a homemade truck camper that’s a work of art then you need to open this link. Also think of building one just like this for yourself. For this build you just have to make some drawings, no matter how small. You need to get the dimensions down to the measurements. Make jack mounts out of metal that would serve as the props for the frame.

Next, make the bed where you box out the wheel wells with a mix of plywood and wood. Next move is to make the frame for the roof. Mount it with corrugated steel on the top. Pay close attention to the angled braces and the interlocked wood and the bolts when you build. This makes the frame solid and able to bear the rigor of off-road use. Add plenty of insulation to the over-cab portion of the camper.

Time to add the windows in the frame, and cover it in PVC insulation to make the camper rainproof. One of the last things you do to the exterior is adding lumber sidings as shown in the picture. Go into the camper and begin work on the insulation in between the frame. Use a foil-lined air bubble to block where moisture would come in through and then cover that with Celotex. Now line it all with 1⁄8 inch plywood. The rest of the build now included electrifying the camper.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Metal props
• Plywood
• Celotex insulation
• Fiberglass insulator
• Corrugated metal sheets
• PVC insulation

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Drill bits
• Sander

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8. Boondocking’s DIY truck camper

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$1500—$2000

This is an interesting DIY truck camper plan that anyone can pretty much use. It begins with building the frame with wood of 2 by 4s. To do this well measure the base of the truck accurately. Then transfer your work to your garage if it’s a big spacious one. Next, begin to cut the wood you need. Also, begin to assemble them together using your nail gun. Play particular attention to the joints.

You need strong joints for your truck camper to avoid a situation where it gets blown off on the highway. Once the frame is ready, lift it off the ground and fit it in the truck bed to see how it fits. Make adjustments if needed. Take the frame off again and begin to add the panels of plywood to the body.

Here is where it might get tricky for a noob. To get a rounded edge as in the video here, look for a plate or some other object with a round edge. Use this plate to trace out the edge of the camper side, like in this video. Install the plywood body and stain. This builder doesn’t conclude the build in this video. You may either look for a concluding video or use content from other videos to finish up your own build.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• Insulation

Tool Needed

• Miter saw
• Hand saw
• Screwdriver
• Nail gun

9. Instructables Cab-over Camper for pickup

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$1200

This right here is one of the most beautiful truck campers builds you’d find on the internet. The minimalist design inside and outside is breathtaking, to say the least. A truck camper is your best bet if you don’t have space for a trailer camper. To build your own, start from the frame. To make a strong one you need 3 inch drywall screws after using adhesives to put them together.

Make sure that the pieces of wood follow the measurements you have taken of the space in the bed of your truck. Next cover the frame with any of the following: fabric and paint, or you can use canvas or any other fabric that you like. Make sure that all the plywood is covered using glue to secure it. Paint the fabric with latex paint. Install the side windows. The rest is up to you for whatever you want in your camper.

Most campers are built with spaces for a small kitchen, cabinets to keep stuff, shelves for books, and storage for clothes. You can add practically whatever you want for your convenience. Don’t also forget the electricals. Make holes and spaces for the wires and switches.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• Fabric for the covering

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Measuring tape
• Nail gun
• Clamps

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10. DIY Overland truck camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$2000

Do you have an overland truck? We’re thinking of ditching it to buy a camper? You can DIY your overland vehicle into a truck camper. It’s fairly easy to get this build done. All you need to do is measure tape, wood, and the right tools. This plan requires that you build the frame directly on the truck instead of off it. So measure the sides of the truck bed, and make allowance for the tailgate.

Next, use your measurements to cut the lumber length. Do this for both sides of the truck. Cut all the wood you need and begin to assemble them on the truck as you can see in this video. This builder here doesn’t complete his build in this video but it is pretty much clear this is something anyone can do if they follow the steps closely.

The hard part is getting the frame built on the back of the truck. The basic principles involve making sure to achieve a strong structure with the use of adhesives, screws, and nails where appropriate. As you build don’t forget to leave space for things like the cabinet and shelves. This depends largely on the functionality you want for your camper though.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Screws
• Nails

Tools Needed

• Nail gun
• Table saw
• Screwdriver

11. Build your own camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1500—$2000

Yes, build your own camper. Anyone can do this as long as they have the materials and the right tools. Think of this as building a small house on the back of your truck. It is recommended that you use a 2 by 4 lumber and plywood sheathing for the build. To build this follow the simple breakdown as seen in this link.

Cut the lumber into specific measurements. There are pieces for the walls, the roof and the bottom. Put the pieces together with the help of screws and wood glue. Take time to see what the frame looks like.

Next, cut the plywood—the ones for the sides or walls and the top. The builder here uses 2 by 4 lengths for the pieces of wood. When cutting plywood for the first time you may experience some difficulties because, unlike hardwood, plywood is flexible. To make it easy to cut, drop a 2 by 4 on the floor and lay the plywood on it.

Get on the plywood and make your cuts. Another challenge you will be presented with is when cutting plywood for a space that’s longer than 8 feet. Cutting plywood this long at a stretch can cause splintering. So you need to break the cutting into sections. Consider building a camper if you don’t have the money to buy a new one.

You will be cutting costs if you build your own camper. You will also have less weight as opposed to the heavy campers that are sold on the market. A heavier camper will cost you space because most of them come with a lot of amenities that you would ordinarily do without. Not to talk of the gas mileage.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• Screws

Tools Needed

• Table saw
• Screwdriver
• Nail gun

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12. Brando’s DIY Truck camper build

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$2000

This DIY truck camper build features a process that lasts several videos. In this one, the project begins with the preparation and construction of the baseboards and the sides. It is a build that requires meticulous measurements and strict adherence.

As usual, you require lumber, oak preferably. Then you need tools like a circular saw for cutting wood and tape for measuring. The work begins with laying the plywood on the work table and marking out the dimensions you need. The plywood is cut into the size needed for the space in the back of the truck.

Then the sides are also cut and installed along with edges that allow the sides to sit over the edge of the truck bed and wheel wells. For a neat job, a power screwdriver is used. And to make sure the angles are straight, the builder uses squares. The finished work is then shoved into the back of the truck to see if it fits. The rest of the build continues in the next videos.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Wood glue
• Screws

Tools Needed

• Circular saw
• Power screwdriver
• Planing machine
• Measuring tape

13. Build this DIY truck camper

Level	Hard
Material	Aluminum, wood
Cost	$5000—$6000

With a budget of $6000, you can build a DIY truck camper like this one. This amount may seem on the high side but the principle in this build can be used for your own build. This build requires welding and mechanical skills. What you need for this build is aluminum for the frame of the topper. After this, you need plywood for the panels inside the frame.

You will spend a considerable amount of satisfying time building the frame of metal which constitutes the attic where you can sleep. To build it you would have to pay close attention to the plan as shown here in this link. If you don’t have welding skills, you can contract someone who has this skill.

Once the welding part is done you should test the fit by placing the frame on the back of the truck to see how it looks. Since you’d be welding this part you need to be meticulous about the measurements before embarking on the welding. This is to prevent tearing the work apart due to mistakes.

There’s a device in this build that allows the topper to be moved up. This part of the project requires care to make. Once this part is done you can start installing the boards on the sides of the camper. It is at this point you can add whatever you need like cabinets, shelves, kitchen area, and the like.

Materials Needed

• Aluminum strips
• Wood
• Plywood

Tools Needed

• Welding tools
• Circular saw
• Screwdriver

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14. StyroMAX DIY truck camper build

Level	Easy
Material	Fiberglass
Cost	$1000-$2000

This build comes in all the way from Australia. It features a build that’s done with fiberglass panels. StyroMAX is a company operating out of Darra in southeast Queensland. They’ll build a truck camper for you with this fiberglass in just under 20 hours. In this video, there’s a demonstration of this material for the build. All the sides of the camper are already cut and laid out.

The truck comes with an existing bed. The preexisting frame is clamped onto the truck one after the other; the sides, the back, and finally the top. The cut fiberglass has the windows and doors already cut in the mold.

The benefit of this build setup is that you spend less time setting it up. The fiberglass composite panels are impact resistant, the surface is highly glossy. The company provides full support and backup.

Materials Needed

• StyroMAX fiberglass panels

Tools Needed

• Wrench
• Screwdriver
• Plier
• Saw

15. How to build a truck bed camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$1500

The bottom floor for this build was ½ plywood cut to 78 inches. It is placed on the bed of the truck. From there the framing started as you can see in the photo. This part of the truck is the bedding and storage area.

From the framing, we go to the siding. This is done with plywood, a lighter ⅜ one for the front and roof of the frame. The seams were blocked with weatherproofing caulk. For the exterior, a poor man’s fiberglass was formulated—this is created by mixing 2 parts of wood glue with one part of water.

You mix until it attains a consistency that feels like paint. With a paint roller, the exterior is painted. Take an old fabric sheet and flatten it over the wet glue mix. Use a staple gun to hold the fabric in place. So as not to have creases in the fabric use a 2 by 4 to flatten it properly. When it’s dry paint over the sheet with latex-based paint. The inside of the camper is insulated with styrofoam.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• White exterior paint
• Flex seal paint
• Windows
• Door
• Torque head screws
• Sheets
• Wood glue

Tools Needed

• Circular saw
• Nail gun
• Roller

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16. DIY Truck Camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$1500

To use this plan you need a truck cap. You can purchase one from Craigslist for about $600. Apply adhesive truck insulation tape around the bottom of the truck cap. Avoid the rear hatch. Now mount the truck cap on the truck bed by flipping it back over.

Secure the truck cap with bolts. Fasten the truck cap down on the truck with clamps. Drill 3 holes in the truck cap, and install bolts in the holes. Once all the holes you need are in place for the truck cap, take care of the brake lights. Remove the bed liner in the truck and the tie down hooks, and clean the truck bed.

Now after cleaning the bed rug, place it back in position. Apply Velcro, and reinstall the tie down hooks. Install reclaimed wood wall on the sides of the truck and timber chic on the bulkhead. Install a ceiling cover and curtains. Install blanket cutouts. To make the truck more self-sufficient you can install an off-grid electrical system. One option is to install a solar panel which will power things like TV and radio.

Materials Needed

• Camper mounting tape
• Long bolts
• Locking nuts
• Tie-down hooks
• Small knife
• Timberchic
• Mexican serap blankets
• Industrial strength Velcro

Tools Needed

• Hammer drill
• Heavy duty fabric scissors
• Painters tape
• Wrenches
• Dremel tool with saw blades

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17. DIY Truck Camper (Cabin on Wheels)

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$3000—$4000

If you have a small truck this plan is one of the best for you. The major materials you need for this project are wood and corrugated sheets. This builder used the frame and panel construction design to build it. It is a style of building cabinets and certain furniture where you have a wooden frame and a panel of wood in the center of it.

This allows the expansion and contraction of the wood through the seasons without losing much structure. This design allows you to use ¼-inch thick panels with the frame. It also allows you to maintain a moderate weight for the whole project and truck. The builder also didn’t use plywood for the panels, he resawn wood by splitting through lumber. Then he glued the panels end to end.

He used clamps to hold the sections together until the glue dried. After the glue had dried parts of the frame were cut out. The project is divided into sub-assemblies which include a front and back, upper sides, and two lower sides.

Note though that the camper is not insulated because of the design. Campers where the design requires studs are insulated. This one has none. So if you will be camping in the cold winter, this design may not be ideal for you. Also, the builder has not installed electricity in the camper.

Materials Needed

• Lumber

Tools Needed

• Table saw or circular saw

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18. How To Make Roll Up Camper Shell Curtains

Level	Easy
Material	Fabric
Cost	$100-$400

So your truck camper is ready. Well, not quite. You need curtains to go in and this plan can help you make your own roll-up camper shell curtains. To get this done you need basic measuring tools, a sewing machine and sewing kit, the fabric, and the Velcro to secure it. You need magnets, paperclips or clothespins.

First, take a look at your campers window to get an idea of how large your curtain will be to cover the glass of the window. Note that if the window is angled in your camper, you have to account for this.

The Velcro will be mounted over the window using an adhesive. Another method is to use a magnet if there’s a magnetic surface on the top of the window. Check if the magnetic strength is enough to use. There’s also the curtain hold back plan where the tabs are added to the bottom curtain corners to keep the curtains from curling in.

Materials Needed

• Fabric
• Velcro
• Paperclips
• Magnets

Tools Needed

• Measuring tools
• Sewing machine
• Sewing kit
• Fabric fuse tape

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19. Truck Camper Build 5 Minutes

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$600—$800

This build is accomplished with lumber. The builder doesn’t provide any information for the viewer in this video. Yet it is obvious the frame follows the design of most truck campers. You have the use of lumber which is cut into 2 by 4 and 2 by 2s.

Before you begin to cut the lumber you must have measured the space in the back of your truck. The wood is cut into the lengths as seen in this video and then sanded. Then you begin to put the whole frame together. This build begins with the bed though and it is on it to install the rest of the frame.

Builders using this design often test out the frame by sliding it in the truck to see if it fits. Any adjustments needed are done after this. The panels are made of plywood. It appears that the plywood panels are covered with some material.

The plan comes with an installation of amenities like the toilet and sitting area. There’s also storage. This build is the type with the camper hanging over the top of the cab.

Materials Needed

• Lumber
• Plywood

Tools Needed

• Circular saw
• Nail gun
• Glue gun
• Sander

20. Complete Truck Camping Setup

Level	Easy
Material	Wood
Cost	$300—$600

This camping setup isn’t much work for anyone who wants it. Here the builder doesn’t specify his materials in detail. But it appears he must have used lumber in the platform, and also in constructing the platform for his sleeping bed.

There’s also the cabinet and drawers on the other side of the bed. There are the curtains too which he built into the windows. And everything seems to be covered in carpet. A bonus from this video is the builder explaining how he constructed the electrical system.

Materials Needed

• Wood

Tools Needed

• Circular saw for the wood
• Measuring tape
• Nail gun and wood glue

21. Framing A DIY Wooden Truck Camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Wood
Cost	$800—$1000

Your camper will be too heavy if you use the wrong materials for your framing. This is why this video is important for you if you want to build your own camper. Focus on building the two walls first, one at a time. In this video, the builder used a 2 by 2 poplar. This is a lightweight, strong hardwood. Then the plywood is the high-grade type which is screwed to the frame through every stud and runner. This gives the frame shear strength. When designing your frame keep it lightweight and simple using as little material as possible. Build one wall at a time and connect them with a crosspiece.

The length of plywood used is eight feet which is what this builder used in the bed. Think about where you want your windows to be and put that as you build the frame. This also helps determine where to put your studs on the wall.

The doors are built into a frame of 2 by 4s. To make your build easy, make a sketch that shows the measurements you need to work with. Next is to find a place where you can work, somewhere spacious. Also, glue as you screw. When you have your frame done, begin to add your sidings.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• Screws

Tools Needed

• Circular saw
• Screw gun
• Screws
• Wood glue
• Sander

22. Truck Camper Platform/Bed

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$300—$400

Installing a camper platform bed in your truck may lead to making significant changes to your truck’s anatomy in the back. For example, you’d need to wire your brake light again. If you have no idea how to work on electricals, call someone who does to help out. You also need new glass for the liftgate.

The bed platform will have storage under it and it has to be comfortable. You need wood and plywood, cut into sizes that fit your own truck. You can use the ones provided by the builder in this link. You need stainless steel braces, half an inch thick board, and hinges. So go ahead and map out the project on paper showing the figures for the length and breadths.

Start with the chest using ¾-inch thick studs. The middle of the platform is the hardest part to make so you have to follow this plan carefully.

Materials Needed

• Pressure treated wood
• Plywood
• Stainless steel braces
• Hinges
• Screws

Tools Needed

• Drill bits
• Drill drivers
• Circular saw

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23. Ultimate Truck Bed Kitchen

Level	Hard
Material	Wood
Cost	$1000—$1500

And you can make a bed in your truck camper that also serves as the kitchen. Go straight into the project by measuring the dimensions in your truck’s back. Represent these measurements on the ¾ inch plywood and cut it out.

Cut some parts and begin to drill pocket holes. Assemble it all and begin to use a router to cut out the brackets for the compartments in the bed. Use aluminum to cover all the edges. Install the drawer slides into the prepared frame.

Take the frame into the truck and install it into the truck bed. Screw the plywood on the frame down to the chain in the truck. The build becomes a lot more complicated here with all the small details that are added one after the other. The bottom line is that the camper has a kitchen under the bed that can be pulled out on the drawer.

Materials Needed

• Wood
• Plywood
• Wood glue
• Aluminum slides

Tools Needed

• Template bit
• Circular saw
• Screw gun
• Router

24. No Weld/No Sew DIY Pop-Up Camper

Level	Intermediate
Material	Aluminum
Cost	$3000—$4000

If you want a truck camper that has no-sew or weld, this plan is for you. The components of the camper here are 80, and 20 extruded aluminum. The panels are aluminum composite material. Buy the white ones because they’re cheaper. You can have them covered in vinyl. The builder here added slam latches to the panels.

You click the button and the whole panel pops open smoothly. Gas struts are mounted directly on the aluminum which gives you the ability to tweak the gas struts however you want it. All three doors pop open this way.

The aluminum is secured on the truck with slam latches. The pop-up camper requires four gas struts to get them up. This pop-up rooftop allows you to stand upright in your camper giving you more room. The canvas at the top is made of poly-coated vinyl which is found in boats and rafts.

Materials Needed

• 80, 20 extruded aluminum
• Vinyl
• Canvas
• Lumber

Tools Needed

• Screwdriver
• Snips

25. DIY Truck Camper Build

Level	Hard
Material	Steel
Cost	$700-$1500

In this plan the builder uses 2-by-1, 16-inch steel, which means there’ll be some welding. He begins by welding four of these steel studs together for the bed. The frame got ready and it looks ready for use as a camper on the back of the truck. As he welds, he makes sure there is space for vents and slides outdoors.

This video shows the first part of the build and he promises several more parts until the completion of the project.

Materials Needed

• Steel
• Wood

Tools Needed

• Welding tools
• Electric saw

Conclusion

Hopefully, with this guide you’ve learned everything you need to know about building a truck camper. Keep in mind that every truck camper is slightly different and your build will be too. Use what you learned here and research your options to ensure that your truck camper is durable and functional.