You can access all of our build and fabrication articles on this page!

Have any questions at all about your DIY or restoration build? We’d love to help! Send us an email at camperhelp@highcalibercamping.com, and we’ll get back to you within a day where possible!

Safety

• The well-hidden dangers of polyurethanes, MDI, and isocyanates (COMING SOON)
• The widely-ignored hazards of solvents and how to safely use them (COMING SOON)
• Eye and hearing protection simplified (COMING SOON)
• Respirators types and applications explained (COMING SOON)

Tools and Estimation

• Material selection (COMING SOON)
• Cost of building out a camper van (COMING SOON)
• Cost of building a teardrop camper trailer (COMING SOON)
• Cost of building a truck camper (COMING SOON)
• Tools needed to build a teardrop camper trailer (COMING SOON)
• Tools needed to build a truck camper (COMING SOON)
• Tools needed to build out a camper van (COMING SOON)
• Woodworking tools that are useful for camper builds (COMING SOON)
• Metal fabrication tools that are useful for camper builds (COMING SOON)

Component and Supplier Selection

• Not all camper USB plugs are created equal (COMING SOON)
• How to choose the front jack for your teardrop trailer camper (COMING SOON)
• A list of safe, quiet, and efficient integrated camper heaters (COMING SOON)

Fasteners

• Camper fasteners types explained (COMING SOON)
• What type and size of screws do I use for my camper? (COMING SOON)
• Wood Glue, Epoxy, liquid nails, and adhesives for camper construction (COMING SOON)
• Using 3M VHB tape to mount a solar panel (COMING SOON)
• Screws vs. Rivets for fastening (COMING SOON)
• Screws vs Welding for fastening (COMING SOON)

Sealants

• Guide on adhesive panel sealants (COMING SOON)
• Why we use Eco-friendly wood sealers (COMING SOON)
• Why Butyl tape may be perfect for your sealing application (COMING SOON)
• Stay away from roof sealants! (COMING SOON)

Fabrication techniques for Success

• Basic welding tips and sequencing (COMING SOON)
• How to correctly apply marine adhesive panel sealants (COMING SOON)
• How to create your own insulated metal sandwich panels for structural walls (COMING SOON)
• How to quickly and accurately cut insulated metal sandwich panels (COMING SOON)

Maintenance

• Resealing your teardrop or truck camper (COMING SOON)
• Don’t sweat the small things! (COMING SOON)
• How to take care of your teadrop trailer’s wheels and hubs (COMING SOON)
• Why your camper trailer needs a spare tire (COMING SOON)
• What is the best toolkit for your camper? (COMING SOON)
• Save money by installing your own 7-pin tow connector on your vehicle (COMING SOON)