Nice job with the trailerI am sure there are a lot of opinions regarding towing with Hybrid Mavericks, but thought I would share that it is possible to build a light weight camper loaded at 1600 lbs.
My wife and I like to camp at northern Michigan National and State campgrounds during the summer. I started with an ALL aluminum 6ft x 13ft enclosed cargo empty under 1000 lbs. I designed the interior to be as versatile as possible with fold down table and working shelf, along with a functioning RV toilet and sink with fresh water and black water tanks. ( You do need to add the trailer axle lift kits for water tank clearance, bought from the axle manufacturer or Amazon )Added built in microwave, Bluetooth audio and LED lighting. It also has AC unit and power exhaust fan. I can connect to AC and have AC/DC converter. It also can run off DC from truck or additional battery. It also has two large RV sliding screened windows.
For sleeping we use two folding camping cots from Amazon, which can be stowed out of way for open seating area for four or used as couch during day use. Seating at fold up table for two. Heat is supplied by 1500 watt ceramic electric heater when connected to AC. I designed the trailer to be as versatile as possible with the capability to use as cargo trailer when needed. Food is stored in cooler stored in truck bed for on the go picnics.
Loaded for camping it weighed on scales at 1630 lbs. I have towed in both the "Towing Mode" and "Normal Mode", I prefer Normal Mode when towing and gas MPG varies from 19 to 23 MPG (computed not dash) towing. I tow at speeds 70 MPH or less preferring back roads at 60 MPH. The truck does not really feel the trailer when towing but I do refrain from heavy acceleration. For my Maverick Hybrid with 2000 lb limit it works for the two of us. I don't have mountains but have areas of steep incline and it does well. Price of project $12,000. Its compact like the truck but functional for our summer get a ways. Retired and enjoying life!
Very nice!I am sure there are a lot of opinions regarding towing with Hybrid Mavericks, but thought I would share that it is possible to build a light weight camper loaded at 1600 lbs.
My wife and I like to camp at northern Michigan National and State campgrounds during the summer. I started with an ALL aluminum 6ft x 13ft enclosed cargo empty under 1000 lbs. I designed the interior to be as versatile as possible with fold down table and working shelf, along with a functioning RV toilet and sink with fresh water and black water tanks. ( You do need to add the trailer axle lift kits for water tank clearance, bought from the axle manufacturer or Amazon )Added built in microwave, Bluetooth audio and LED lighting. It also has AC unit and power exhaust fan. I can connect to AC and have AC/DC converter. It also can run off DC from truck or additional battery. It also has two large RV sliding screened windows.
For sleeping we use two folding camping cots from Amazon, which can be stowed out of way for open seating area for four or used as couch during day use. Seating at fold up table for two. Heat is supplied by 1500 watt ceramic electric heater when connected to AC. I designed the trailer to be as versatile as possible with the capability to use as cargo trailer when needed. Food is stored in cooler stored in truck bed for on the go picnics.
Loaded for camping it weighed on scales at 1630 lbs. I have towed in both the "Towing Mode" and "Normal Mode", I prefer Normal Mode when towing and gas MPG varies from 19 to 23 MPG (computed not dash) towing. I tow at speeds 70 MPH or less preferring back roads at 60 MPH. The truck does not really feel the trailer when towing but I do refrain from heavy acceleration. For my Maverick Hybrid with 2000 lb limit it works for the two of us. I don't have mountains but have areas of steep incline and it does well. Price of project $12,000. Its compact like the truck but functional for our summer get a ways. Retired and enjoying life!
The trailer new from https://legendmfginc.com/thunder-v-nose/ . The odd size takes in the V-nose. They come mostly with ramp doors but I wanted the cargo for walk in. In future switching the rear doors so I can install a trailer door latch and use as exit. Yes it is fully insulated. I had to remove all the wood side panels to install support frames for the RV windows for after cutting window areas. Bought all the conversions parts right from Amazon. The center hub I call it has all the electrical and plumbing located under the sink area including a in room stand up AC unit. I did not buy the combined AC/Heat unit since I already had the ceramic heater.
It's the way to go for us cheap F'ers who don't want to spend $15K+ on a regular tow-behind camper. Best thing is, you can remove everything and rearrange as needed.
Great job!!! Less is best, sold my 38ft 5th wheel and looking to tow smallTV.. Great design and looks amazing..
I have a 2023 Maverick Lariat loaded. I have a love/hate relationship with it. Things that annoy me are the random double honk exiting the truck, having to hit the OK button multiple times, the driver assist always telling me to put my hands on the steering wheel when driving on a straight road, collision alert flashing when another vehicle in front of me a 1000 ft away makes a right turn, the 12Volt battery going into sleep mode if parked a few days especially in cold weather (the battery is only charged to 12.5volts) Recall coming for this from the latest news this week. But hey I love the truck and glad I got it after waiting 480 days! Good color choice, it likes to change colors in different light.Great job!!! Less is best, sold my 38ft 5th wheel and looking to tow smallTV.. Great design and looks amazing..
What is the manufacturer of trailer?
Or location u got yours at??
I'm n S. OHIO...and on my 2nd Hybrid Maverick this one being a 2024 Lariat loaded up...love it!!!! Just got 41 mpg this week...
Awesome build!! Love the toilet/sink inclusion. Many kudos!I am sure there are a lot of opinions regarding towing with Hybrid Mavericks, but thought I would share that it is possible to build a light weight camper loaded at 1600 lbs.
My wife and I like to camp at northern Michigan National and State campgrounds during the summer. I started with an ALL aluminum 6ft x 13ft enclosed cargo empty under 1000 lbs. I designed the interior to be as versatile as possible with fold down table and working shelf, along with a functioning RV toilet and sink with fresh water and black water tanks. ( You do need to add the trailer axle lift kits for water tank clearance, bought from the axle manufacturer or Amazon )Added built in microwave, Bluetooth audio and LED lighting. It also has AC unit and power exhaust fan. I can connect to AC and have AC/DC converter. It also can run off DC from truck or additional battery. It also has two large RV sliding screened windows.
For sleeping we use two folding camping cots from Amazon, which can be stowed out of way for open seating area for four or used as couch during day use. Seating at fold up table for two. Heat is supplied by 1500 watt ceramic electric heater when connected to AC. I designed the trailer to be as versatile as possible with the capability to use as cargo trailer when needed. Food is stored in cooler stored in truck bed for on the go picnics.
Loaded for camping it weighed on scales at 1630 lbs. I have towed in both the "Towing Mode" and "Normal Mode", I prefer Normal Mode when towing and gas MPG varies from 19 to 23 MPG (computed not dash) towing. I tow at speeds 70 MPH or less preferring back roads at 60 MPH. The truck does not really feel the trailer when towing but I do refrain from heavy acceleration. For my Maverick Hybrid with 2000 lb limit it works for the two of us. I don't have mountains but have areas of steep incline and it does well. Price of project $12,000. Its compact like the truck but functional for our summer get a ways. Retired and enjoying life!
