Come to maker camp. We can hide it in my yard 🤐 hahah😂😂😂 awesome
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
😅 Problem solved! I'll disguise it for the trip and drop it off. Hint: it's the big blue toaster 😎
@jimmydiresta
Жыл бұрын
@@JordanWorkshop are you in the clear !??
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
@@jimmydiresta Yes, I've been talking to Uhaul. They seem more reasonable than most here give them credit for. I'll have its ownership history back from the DMV shortly. Great setup at Maker Camp this year!! I wish I had recorded more of it. Should have a trip video out in a few days
@jansmith3158
Жыл бұрын
@@JordanWorkshop brilliant idea to use this cargo container U-hual!! I would recommend you watch yt ch Chuck Cassidy. He is a professional skollie conversion bus builder. He recommned putting spray foam between the metal and wood so that you dont get any condensation behind the walls that could cause mold issues. Happy camping!! 🌲🌲🌲
@soonerfrac4611
Жыл бұрын
Beautiful trailer. Maybe more insulation & a small wood burning stove or even a pellet stove.
@gglen2141
Жыл бұрын
I like the idea you are towing it with a Range Rover. It'd be comforting to know you have somewhere to sleep when waiting for the tow truck.😀
@wgdavidson9669
Жыл бұрын
You pass this off as a casual and "rough" project. You're too humble; this is an incredible job.
@Chubbydippin
Жыл бұрын
You should be going to maker camp as a instructor. Your skills as a travel trailer builder can easily turn into a business. Building for others as a career is in your future if it interests you. Well done sir. You give me and I'm thinking, other people who watched this, inspiration and hope to do something themselves. Thankyou for sharing.
@dontfencemein-rving7439
Жыл бұрын
Hey, I live near Machu Picchu!
@vadeking
Жыл бұрын
This was SO much more than I expected when I clicked on the video. Truly impressed with your wide range of skills and knowledge that allowed you to make this. Very concise video too; it really shows just how much goes into making a tiny camper.
@darrenjohnson8644
Жыл бұрын
I can believe it! I clicked on this video and was thinking to myself, “this guy’s voice has in uncanny resemblance to my former co-worker’s voice!” Then realized it WAS Scott! Hey buddy! Nice video! Love the build!
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Hey Darren! Thanks! Good to hear from you! Still doing the woodworking?
@darrenjohnson8644
Жыл бұрын
@@JordanWorkshop Yep! I’ll text you sometime.
@GeneralPurpose9
Жыл бұрын
I was a mechanic for U-Haul for 12 years. The box trailers were never sold. We cut them up and scrapped them. They did sell auto-transports and tow dollys though. If you get seen with it they will probably take it from you. I've personally seen them take trailers modified just like yours that people unwittingly purchased and had no idea it was stolen. Not sure about their policy now since I haven't worked there for a few years.
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
This one was built in the 1970's. It has a valid NC title. It sounds like some made it out into the wild back then. Still tracking down info though
@jr_3153
Жыл бұрын
I dont know how NC is, but I will say every one of these that I have ever come across that was stripped and no longer had UHAUL on it was stolen. Most of the time they had been registered as "Homemade" but once you talked to UHAUL and found the real VIN, it was stolen. Nice work, and I hope that your trailer is legal in that sense.
@randomaccesswebtv8770
Жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's stolen. Doesn't matter what "title" you have. U-Haul has never and will never sell their "Van Trailers"
@keithpfrang2114
Жыл бұрын
@@JordanWorkshop Absolutely guarantee you it is stolen property. U-Haul will go to court with design patents and a corporate affidavit swearing they do not sell these trailers. No Judge has ever ruled against U-Haul in these cases. Do yourself a favor. Dismantle your modifications and return the trailer to a U-Haul corporate location. They will not ask questions. If it is recovered with the modifications in place, you’ll lose them, along with the trailer. I know this. I’ve taken trailers from people. I’ve been to court. I’ve never lost.
@nnnnnopenoway8418
Жыл бұрын
That is still very true.
@supersnoopy73
Жыл бұрын
Very nice job especially with all the repurposed materials. Wish I understood electronics and electrical like you. Well done
@hueypilot1950
Жыл бұрын
Have you ever been called an over achiever? Definitely a beautiful job in progress. I have camped in a 4x8 U-Haul twice and a 5x8 U-Haul once. I wanted to test the space. Just me camping, not a couple. I appreciate the info (watching you do it) on how you disassembled certain structures inside and cut out window etc. A simple tarp canopy hanging off the back or a pop up shelter completes the deal. Thanks for posting.
@DrumMenace
Жыл бұрын
Looks great for it's intended purpose. I would consider raising your bed onto a short platform so that you could use the area between the bed and floor as storage. Get some of those thin plastic containers with wheels and slide them under the bed platform. You can use for clothes, dry food storage, or something else.
@shawnbrennan7526
Жыл бұрын
Either raise it for storage underneath or lower it for more headroom. Having it on 2x4s didn’t serve a purpose that I could think of.
@williamforbes7156
Жыл бұрын
I like that you're not just throwing money at problems, good luck maker.
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Not Stolen! - Thanks for all the concern about this being a stolen cargo trailer. I'm not sure how U-Haul lost ownership of this one. It is, however, legally titled to me as at was for the person I bought it from. The numbers on the frame match the title. I've talked to the DMV theft bureau and I'm trying to track down more info from U-Haul. It appears to be a very old unit, maybe 40 - 50 years old. I'll let you know in a future video when I find out more. Helpful replies (identification, U-Haul legal precedent) to this pin are welcome :)
@matej.m.rejsek8537
3 ай бұрын
I go to a scrap yard occasionally and I sometimes see this same size trailer (sometimes bigger) on the pile.
@alanosborne1947
Жыл бұрын
Pulling a U Hual trailer years ago is what got me to thinking,,,,hmmm " why couldn't you turn one of these trailers into a camper" well fast forward a few years I purchased a 8.5 X 18 cargo trailer and converted it into a camper!! When I was kicking the U Haul trailer idea around all those years ago I never moved forward with it because I could never find a used U Hual trailer for sale! Anyway looking forward to see I how you do this build so far it's AWESOME!
@van_demonium
Жыл бұрын
Great conversion Jordan. These older ones are so well made too. All metal and no pressure treated wood slats. Anyone thinking of doing this to a newer one, keep in mind there is some pressure treated wood that will need to be swapped out.
@luisguevara7402
Жыл бұрын
I have nothing but admiration for people with this much knowledge to make cool stuff.
@erikziak1249
Жыл бұрын
Very nice build. I like how you repurposed many things, yet managed to get a somewhat decent look, considering the time you spent on this. With more time to spare, you could play around with all the rough stuff as well as add some details here and there. Not just cosmetic ones, but practical.
@linuxman0
Жыл бұрын
I really like what you've done here. Nice work. I take it that you're not really done with everything but the idea of taking a U-Haul trailer and making something so much more functional out of it is just incredible. I wish you the best.
@laminatedsamurai
Жыл бұрын
My biggest question is how did you get one of those trailers? I've gone to several locations hoping to purchase one, either a the end of its service life for the company or even something newer at a premium. Every time I've been turned away with a very specific "We don't sell our trailers. When we can't use them, they're destroyed."
@davidevans543
Жыл бұрын
I've actually done the same. But was told, anyone that has one of our old trailers, got it buy illegal means. Not saying he did, just what I was told.
@jmc0369
Жыл бұрын
Same. They patened the design. So the original uhauls vould be identified if they were not returned.
@CharliesPurpose
Жыл бұрын
Don't return it. They charge you a cost. Problem solved
@dacs67
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I’ve heard all the same even a Google search will tell you if you come across one. It’s stolen
@rynait
Жыл бұрын
talked to few U-Haul rental locations and as well a phone call to national. They also say, they refuse to sell trailers period. they recycle and repurpose them themselves. Meaning those that actually bought it must have "certificate" of sale approved and witnessed in a courthouse. Otherwise, UHAUL will go beyond suing and reclaiming the trailer (and send bill to you for "restoring it back to original state"). ONLY trailers sold is the original camper trailers and is not even in UHAUL inventory. (i learned from old timer rental staff, UHAUL figured out repurposing practices, took remainder "half" of unsold camper trailers and repurposed them.) OP posted this October 2022. bet you U-Haul figured out who and legally beat of the restorer that restorer did not post what happened afterwards.
@Rick_Sanchez_C137_
Жыл бұрын
Great job, I really like it! If I were doing it I’d think all it needs is a kitchen box mounted to one rear door and a BBQ grill mounted to fold away from the trailer on the other door so one could safely have everything needed to cook attached in back (like the teardrops do). Attach a tarp to the back of the exterra mount and a few surrounding trees and the cook is undercover when cooking. Great video!
@eugene5438
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic job! I like how you were able to repurpose so many pieces. I’m curious how much money you ended up putting into building it!
@kristian5515
Жыл бұрын
Very very cool build! Reusing material is the way to go, bravo!
@RandomButtonPusher
Жыл бұрын
I applaud both your skill set and dedication to repurposing/reusing material. The amount of "waste" in our society is horrific and your project demonstrates just how someone with a bit of vision and effort can make a dent in the problem. Shop skills should be taught to everyone in school (and I say this as a retired English/communication prof), along with basic gardening skills.
@dolores2716
Жыл бұрын
Totally agree. As a women who never held a power drill in my hand until I was in my late 40s, I wish I had learned shop skills when I was young. Life would have been different.
@sgt0079
Жыл бұрын
Well said!
@wanderlust62
Жыл бұрын
That was the first time I watched the electrical creation of a battery and understood. That was awesome.
@zatoichi101
Жыл бұрын
Woah! How did you score a U-Haul trailer??? They don't sell them and they go to great lengths to make sure old trailers are recycled and not sold.
@jamesrichardson8484
Жыл бұрын
Someone stole it and then sold it to him, more than likely.
@timothycline7434
Жыл бұрын
They do sell them after so old. They are they are in auction in West Virginia that has the old wore out U-Haul trailers even trucks you need to do some more research
@LADETROIT
Жыл бұрын
That's what I also was told..
@scottpeterson7516
Жыл бұрын
I worked for UHaul for a few years. We were told that due to liability issues they don't sell their old trailers...
@geoffreyjuice
Жыл бұрын
@@timothycline7434 Where is this? I am in Berkeley Springs and really want one!
@shibalover54
Жыл бұрын
You had me at Repurposed: tree. My personal lol moment, just had to stay till the end. And subbed. This is awesome. Glad it came up in my feed. Safe travels
@blackman10970
Жыл бұрын
I’ve never seen a used U-Haul trailer for sale. I’m still stuck on that. Nice work!
@ironpony42
Жыл бұрын
That's because they don't sell them - this certainly was stolen at some point in it's history. Possibly impounded, a lein put on it, and tow company sold at an auction. That's about the only way these get in the wild. If he has a title for it I'd be impressed. There are "property of U-haul" stamped in several spots. There's a tube under neath hidden that should even have it's registration.
@paulwilhelmsen1602
Жыл бұрын
That trailer has to be hot. Uhaul doesnt sell their trailers. I would buy one if they did
@randomaccesswebtv8770
Жыл бұрын
U-Haul does not sell their trailers. It is literally and technically a "Stolen" trailer.
@cyberjujo4413
Жыл бұрын
Sooooo where do they sell them?
@randomaccesswebtv8770
Жыл бұрын
They dont.
@izzimichaels2892
Жыл бұрын
nice job. im amazed at the comments, everyone is an expert, half of those sound like theyve been watching too many law and order tv shows. four words in response, "you have the title".... again nice job on the conversion!!! you gave me an idea or two, for my trailer, thanks!!!
@gregoryn576
Жыл бұрын
This is an awesome build. I've thought about using a U-Haul trailer but U-Haul doesn't sell there old trailers. You might look into it because it might be stolen. Butch Moehrke an Auditor with U-Haul wrote "U-Haul trailers are not sold. As each trailer ages by another year the repair maximum is lowered. Once an old trailer can no longer be maintained or repaired for specific price, it is taken to one of our 175 U-Haul maintenance facility where it is cut into small pieces and the axle is cut in half." Be careful you don't get hit with theft. Like the build though.
@Gonz.0
Жыл бұрын
That's exactly what I thought. While working at uhaul, I had to help recover a trailer that was being used by a gardening company that was obviously a uhaul cargo trailer. Even though they bought it from, I think the guy who stole it and had paperwork, uhauls lawyers took it.
@Mattthewanderer
Жыл бұрын
NICE! It's small and tidy. I love seeing repurposed things and especially when it is about camping!
@skeeterjeep145
Жыл бұрын
That looks like a U-Haul trailer... curious how you got a hold of one. I've NEVER heard of U-Haul selling them. They actually have a very strict policy of destroying them at EOL.
@mitchwinder1204
8 ай бұрын
I was just about to type the same thing. He must live in a state that doesn't register/plate small trailers. I'm shocked that one made it into the hands of a consumer. They're destroyed on purpose to prevent that.
@aceone5174
Жыл бұрын
I need one of those so bad I had a pop up camper and I got it taken with everyone I owned in it and now I have nothing I'm getting ready to go to Colorado and I don't exactly know we're in going to be living but I know God has some kind of a plan for me I loved the video God bless
@Sasquatchflow
4 ай бұрын
Great idea! I believe these trailers are much stronger the a regular “trailer”
@Tsiri09
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful build. Most of us don't have those skills.
@grywolf99
Жыл бұрын
Impressive skill set. Love the repurposing of the tree. 😅 Great work.
@V3ND10L4
Жыл бұрын
The video is definitely an inspiration for me! The repurposing of so many materials is quite impressive and is also quite necessary in this day and age! 😊👍🏾 You probably considered insulating the trailer? Or, did you skip over that part in this video?
@kdumm7563
Жыл бұрын
FANTASTIC!!! We are having to sell our pull behind because we are working on our retirement funds planning.. I would LOVE to be able to take an old utility trailer and make a camper. That looks AMAZING!!
@BudhagRizzo
Жыл бұрын
What impressed me is you making your own battery bank.
@shrug53
Жыл бұрын
Really cool build! Nice use of surplus material!
@321-sleep
Жыл бұрын
THIS GUYS DIY SKILLS ARE WELL BEYOND MY SKILL SET. VERY FUN BUILD.
@Custodian4815
Жыл бұрын
That's some quality free hand power saw work friend!
@KrispyBizcut
Жыл бұрын
I love it! Simple yet everything you'd need!
@lolayancey3626
Жыл бұрын
You bet, it should exist! Good job, looks comfy, cozy!
@robinrai4973
Жыл бұрын
That's really really cool, great idea and reuse. So many van camping builds are just way over the top and lose the plot
@TURBOTOYS8
Жыл бұрын
That is such a cool idea, its like a glorified tend thats a lot better and with the added bonus of power! incredible work!!
@johnkucik1833
Жыл бұрын
You did a really good job, inside & out ,creative , smart & technical.
@RonsWorld5
Жыл бұрын
This is one of the satisfying videos I have ever watched. Great job!
@srwisner
Жыл бұрын
I hate to be “that guy” but some time ago I was looking for a trailer and thought the Uhaul units would be ideal, so I looked for them. What I found was Uhaul saying that they never sell the trailers and if someone is selling one it’s stolen.
@thebadidealab3627
Жыл бұрын
love what you're doing here, and love how many times I saw the word re-purposed
@danaeads919
15 күн бұрын
Very nice transformation.
@jamesireland9188
Жыл бұрын
Awesome build really enjoyed the content have a goodnight and stay safe Jimmy from North Attleboro Massachusetts
@DavidSandersT
10 ай бұрын
Great build!! "Repurposed Tree" had me laughing. Thanks for sharing!
@FlockingmMollifordsonite
Жыл бұрын
More spacious than a tear drop not as aerodynamic as a pop up. Tougher than either though. Simpler than both in most ways that count. I dig it!
@pielcanela365
Жыл бұрын
Love it!! Thoroughly enjoyed seeing your knowledge and skill and putting it all together using repurchased items.
@thomaspepper2201
Жыл бұрын
Great job, I must say you have the low voltage down with all the repurposing of materials
@jeffroyer869
Жыл бұрын
You must be teaching the class I love it I always wanted to do one of those U-Haul campers it’s in the back of my mind I just got to get it to the front again that was Excellent
@jamesrichardson8484
Жыл бұрын
Step 1: Steal (or know someone who did steal) a U-haul trailer.
@jeffroyer869
Жыл бұрын
@@jamesrichardson8484 what !!😂🤣
@randycrager4074
Жыл бұрын
Looks dang good and as time goes by ideas will just materialize or you'll get good ideas from other like minded people that are happy to share!
@catbrat610
Жыл бұрын
I love your camper. I lived most of my life in the Catskills - it gets cold. I would have put some insulation in the camper.
@bongdonkey
Жыл бұрын
Killer build sir. I envy your ability to build. Salute!
@dwartfarquart9590
Жыл бұрын
Small camping is great. I prefer a full sized van, but I have built a few small campers to pull with a 4 cyl mini pickup truck, also. Repurposed u-hauls are a great platform. Your skills in battery repurposing are enviable. I hope you have many enjoyable weekends and recommend only an awning or 2 and or an easy-up be added for dry comfortable outdoor space while camping.
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Easy-up is a great idea!
@dwartfarquart9590
Жыл бұрын
@@JordanWorkshop been a lifesaver from rain, frost and sun. Nice score on the Xterra Rack. Great for a lot of things.
@curtjackson5052
Жыл бұрын
Very COOL .. Never thought about a U Haul Trailer .. Good Job 👍
@925KSHOP
Жыл бұрын
Those things are FREEZING cold in the winter. MUST have insulation or it feels colder than outside. Have fun!!
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I have the top and floor insulated but skipped the walls to get the bed to fit
@Vandrock
Жыл бұрын
Started out so well...
@banzaii6285
Жыл бұрын
Awesome build ! Finding that trailer was a score, a lot nicer to start with rather than building it out of wood.
@streamylc
Жыл бұрын
Uhaul will totally reclaim it. This is technically theft.
@kylebeach2316
Жыл бұрын
@@streamylc not if the trailer was retired
@streamylc
Жыл бұрын
@@kylebeach2316 doesn't happen, my man.... they get scrapped when they get "retired" and even then they tend to be 40+ years old.... dont believe me? Call your local uhaul regional manager. They literally have an internal forum for it and sometimes give out rewards for leading to a recovery. Any privately "owned" uhaul trailers out there were never approved by corporate, period ❤️.
@RABBIT0056
Жыл бұрын
Really cool project might build one myself.
@theherrdark4834
Жыл бұрын
Definitely, an option, since these cargo trailers are always coming up for sale on a regular basis.
@N2NDF
Жыл бұрын
Interesting! I like the Xterra roof rack idea! I'm in the design stages of mine. Electrical will be 400w solar with tracking. And 400w wind with homemade turbine and inverter. Backup diesel gerantor with 20g fuel cell. Will have a vinal wrap around the aluminum. Window are recycled from a camper. Double doors will be removed and rear wall will made for a single door/screen combo. Canvas 10x10 room thats attachable. Wood stove for heat sinve this will be used mainly duribg hunting season. Will have masts gor TV and radio. Includeing Ham radio for those crappy days. Storage under the bunks. Folding table and cook top with a single burner or dual burner stove with propane tank. 12v fridge. I habe thought about shore power which isnt hard to add to the system but I want to be away from public camp grounds.
@vanessamcdonald1071
Жыл бұрын
I repurposed an old alpaca float and have converted that into a camper! I put in a double bed,Its sideways since I am only 4ft 11 haha and the height inside is just enough that I can stand up,it already big sliding windows on the side and a huge window in the front,I have my dual zone fridge,a 12 volt ceiling fan,tv,food pantry,storage under bed I run two 100 amp deep cycle batteries and installed a 170 watt solar panel on the roof, Its a dual axle trailer that a s3ctin on the front for hay storage I assume so I put some portable dog fence and a gate on their for my dog when I stop and have to getsupplies so he isn't left in the car,I wish I could send you pics,Its not completed yet I still have to make a box for my batteries and put some vents in but it's useable ,I'm in Australia so use it a lot,love the uhaul campers I have seen on You Tube
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Hi Vanessa, sounds like a great setup! There's an email link in the "About" section of my channel if you like to send photos. I'd love to see them!
@DigiacomoDave
5 ай бұрын
Damn... I would LOVE to find one of those Uhaul Trailers... they really are the perfect size!
@VanChef
Жыл бұрын
Never seen a battery pack made like that, awesome build!
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Great channel! - subbed. Think I can pull off cooking in this thing?
@VanChef
Жыл бұрын
@@JordanWorkshop likewise! And you definitely could!
@Dmhlcmb
Жыл бұрын
I’ll tell you right now, this dude knows his way around a skill saw.
@DJPitBear
11 ай бұрын
Looks good I LIKE the conversion of A U-Haul trailer 😊😊 👍👍👍
@patrickhall3878
Жыл бұрын
Nice work.. mad skills with saw.
@maddhatter3564
Жыл бұрын
I grew up super poor and if i wanted something i usually had to make it from junk. good to see that with some skill it can look good too. I still keep junk even if i dont have a project for it yet.
@joeBeranek-lh8qz
Жыл бұрын
You have done a great job in the build of this trailer. Keep it up.
@theone9_
Жыл бұрын
Totally didn't watch this video because its midnight, im bored, and this was in my recommends. Totally... good video, nice build
@christophersquires8631
Жыл бұрын
great job ,wordering at looking at a used uhaul trailers in ct !!!!
@dannystockdaile1112
Жыл бұрын
Great work on everything. Looks great!!!!
@kennolte5801
Жыл бұрын
Excellent job on building your camper. It'll make it and you'll have fun.
@franklineasterling2552
Жыл бұрын
i loved the silver look . like an airstream !
@JordanWorkshop
Жыл бұрын
Me too! It was too beaten up to leave shiny though
@jamieromero1054
Жыл бұрын
You McGuyver’ed your own camper, impressive!
@kurth.8599
Жыл бұрын
Will it make it?? well that depends on how many miles are on those wheel bearings, and tires. 👍 😊
@Lightandlovetoyou
10 ай бұрын
So so so awesome!!! Angels be with you always
@larryfisher5796
Жыл бұрын
Nice job 👍 it looks like it will make it and be on 👍👍👍👍👍👍
@veronicastewart1959
Жыл бұрын
You sir you some great skills ! I did subscribe to your channel and I will be going over your videos, I'm disabled but I'm not letting that stop me, I did buy a short bus and hopefully I'll get mine fix soon. From Mobile Alabama, keep doing what makes you happy !
@amysaunders4589
Жыл бұрын
Forget the rust, everything looks great 😃😀👩🏽🦱
@mikeokeefe2014
Жыл бұрын
Wow...great job..you got some serious skils !
@victorlopez2143
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant .. I admire people who has the skills to do this type of build. I really envy you...Good luck.. PS ...You should have your own shop....I wouldn't hesitate to bring you some work...😁
@Cbryer101
Жыл бұрын
Talented builder!
@devaultts3948
Жыл бұрын
UHaul will be coming for that trailer my guy. They don’t sell them. They cut them up and scrap them. I worked for a Uhaul dealer. The area sales manager spotted one on the road from the early days. Needless to say the police were involved and they got their trailer back.
@davidwilker4795
Жыл бұрын
I have about 75ea of those Mobius packs for my home powr. I love the cases and they are very well built.
@IguanaVibz-zi6rb
7 ай бұрын
Looks really nice!
@chriswadlington2465
Жыл бұрын
You are one talented guy… great job
@Shield.148
Жыл бұрын
I like it! I enjoy using re-purposed materials !
@guyh.4553
Жыл бұрын
Nice drill! I've got the same exact one that I bought in 2011.
@fordlav
Жыл бұрын
Very nice build sir. Definitely something along the lines of what I want to build. I like overlanding a drag and drive events.
@jerrymartin5884
Жыл бұрын
Awesome build man
@dustinwalker9468
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Love seeing these types of builds. You got skills man! Keep it up!
@nosnerd1967
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2 -3 drawers under the mattress Would give u tons of storage . Well done !!
@davidpotter3777
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If you stayed in your driveway I know you would have a great time you did a great build enjoy. God bless you and your family Aloha and amen
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