Fox Tail Overland Trailer Build

[ShawneeHills]

I labeled my XJ build Fox for "Family Overland XJ" because any modifications i made had to take into consideration that It wasn't just me, but also my wife, 3 kids and dog! So quickly after realizing I needed more room for our gear, I started project FOX TAIL, my overland camper. It has similarities with a tear drop but also has a pop top, bunk bed and room for a family of 5 (hopefully).

I spent several days just building it in my head and once i felt i had a solid concept, i went to sketchup and this is what I came up with:

So right now I am about a week in and here is where the project is now.


Over the next 2-3 days I am hoping to get it ready for fiberglass. I will be out of town on business for a week so I really hope to be ready to hit the fiberglass hard when I get back. I have been videoing the entire process and plan on putting the videos on my youtube channel as I go. The first video should come out in about 2 weeks!

 

[trfkcop]

Looks great! Can't wait for the YouTube video. Keep us posted.

 

[Jimmy P]

The layout is pretty similar to what I want to do. I'll be watching as the build continues.

 

[Stephanie]

Awesome sauce. Definitely following. That's looking great. I want to do this.

 

[ShawneeHills]

Should be mounting the camper on the trailer tomorrow! Might even take it camping tomorrow night!


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[ShawneeHills]

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[Stephanie]

That's so freaking awesome great job.

 

[trfkcop]

Looking good! Keep us posted.

 

[ShawneeHills]

Well, i posted the build video today that covers from the very start until how you see it in the photo above. I will post a second video once the interior is all done.

 

[itsdchz]

Holy Cow- Speechless! This is an amazing video worth the watch! Kudos on an EPIC build... Wish I had this talent! Love the design and look. MAJOR Props!!!

 

[ShawneeHills]

Holy Cow- Speechless! This is an amazing video worth the watch! Kudos on an EPIC build... Wish I had this talent! Love the design and look. MAJOR Props!!!

Thank you for the kind words!

 

[old_man]

Impressive. Did you do the popup skirt yourself?

 

[ShawneeHills]

Impressive. Did you do the popup skirt yourself?

AS of right now the interior and the popup tent have not been done, but I will be doing them myself. I have done a lot of upholstery and similar over the years. Everything from fitted boat covers to curtains, lol.

 

[Canoehead]

So much here to love. It's great to see the kids present and "helping" from time to time. My little ones (6 and 2) always want to get involved, and I encourage it when it's safe. Hope they will always want it that way!

 

[MazeVX]

Awesome trailer! Very close to what's in my mind! Do you have some plans or basic measurements to share?
I'm having some trouble with one thing, length from hitch to center of the axle...
Due to German regulations I'm limited a bit and could only choose from 2 options, about 80" or 100"...

 

[Rubyredfozzy]

Well, i posted the build video today that covers from the very start until how you see it in the photo above. I will post a second video once the interior is all done.

That is one nice piece of work. Thank you for sharing.

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[ctcv1984]

Holy cow! And you built it in 11 minutes!! I would need a solid 3 hours, maybe more. I think it's cool as hell, well done, sir.