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Project Kind
Vehicle Build
Platform
Cargo Trailer
Base
8.5 x 28 x 9 V-Nose Enclosed Cargo Trailer
Build
Non Traditional RV Conversion
Build Status
Building
Started
Apr 1, 2026
Last Updated
Oct 19, 2026
Visibility
Public
Build Areas Complete
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12
Dimensions
Length: 28.00 ft
Width: 8.50 ft
Vehicle
2026
Sleeps
4
Water Tanks
Fresh:
40 gal
Gray: 40 gal
Black: Not documented
Build Method
DIY
12 areas
Alpha Systems VB28547W Fresh Water Tank - 45 Gallon Capacity
Utility Room Wall
Bedroom Raised Floor
BLUETTI AC200PL Portable Power Station
BLUETTI D40 DC-DC Battery Charger
NPPSC TEST - Co-builder half-board
RV Roof Vent Fan with Rain Shield
Arcadia White Laminate Sink Base Fully Assembled Cabinet Recessed Panel Shaker
Plumbing Layout Under Shower
Kitchen Countertop & Cooktop Test Fit
Bathroom Sink
Insulation
Hauling insulation for our cargo trailer conversion, using the SUV
8.5 x 28 x 9 V-Nose Enclosed Cargo Trailer
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3 Photos
3 Videos
1 Milestones
Overall Average progress across selected Build Areas
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Project Summary
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We are converting an 8.5' × 28' V-nose cargo trailer with a 9-foot interior height into a custom RV designed for comfortable travel and extended stays. The build includes insulation, electrical, plumbing, solar capability, custom cabinetry, a kitchen, a bathroom, a bedroom, and a utility room. Our goal is to create a practical and efficient home on wheels that is tailored to our needs while documenting the entire process from an empty cargo trailer to a fully functional RV.
Build Specs
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Build DNA
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Width: 8.50 ft
Gray: 40 gal
Black: Not documented
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Components Used
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Recent Build Journal
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Installed and test-fitted the plumbing components underneath the shower area. The layout was designed to maximize the limited space available while maintaining access for future maintenance. The shower drain routes directly to the shower sump system, which will automatically discharge gray water to the holding tank. Care was taken to keep plumbing runs as short and direct as possible to improve drainage and simplify future service.
This photo documents the plumbing configuration before the floor and surrounding structures are fully enclosed.
LaTressa test‑fitted our Camplux cooktop using a plywood template that represents the butcher block countertop we plan to install. The purpose of the mockup was to verify the cooktop location, countertop workspace, and overall kitchen layout before purchasing and cutting the final butcher block.
Using a temporary plywood template allowed us to visualize the finished countertop, confirm clearances, and make adjustments before working with the final materials.
Needed a specific sink due to the small space in it needed to fit in 17” max.
Installed approximately 25 sheets of 1" foam board insulation and 25 sheets of ½" faced EPS foam board insulation throughout the ceiling, side walls, and V‑nose of the 8.5' × 28' V‑nose cargo trailer with a 9‑foot interior height. The 1" foam board was installed between the 1" framing members, while the ½" faced EPS was installed continuously over the framing to reduce thermal bridging and create a more consistent insulated envelope.
Hauling insulation for our cargo trailer conversion, using the SUV