Lifting the camper and finishing the frame
The third instalment of our Dirt Turtle mini-camper project shows the moment this steel skeleton finally stands on its own. Using Harbor Freight jacks and fabricated steel plates, we engineered a weld-on lift system that lets us raise the camper off the John Deere AMT chassis for independent work.…
Ryan Cole
In this episode of the StealthBuilt mini camper series, we finally begin building the structural foundation of the Dirt Turtle—a custom, off-road-ready mini camper that’s as tough as it's compact. From laying out our measurements to cutting and welding steel tubing, we’re turning a blank frame into the bones of a rugged overlanding rig. If…
A John Deere AMT622 Reborn: Welcome to the Wildest Mini Camper Project on YouTube
Once built for hauling hay and fence posts, this forgotten John Deere AMT622 is getting a second chance. One that involves high horsepower, off-road tires, and a fully functional camping setup. In true StealthBuilt fashion, this isn’t just a restoration, it’s…
How We Turned a Basic Trailer into a Mobile Tool Rig – Full Build Walkthrough – Whatever Wednesday
Welcome back to the StealthBuilt shop! This week on Whatever Wednesday, we tackled a new and very practical challenge: converting a basic enclosed trailer into a fully functional, organized mobile tool rig. From lighting and power upgrades to custom shelves and tool storage, here’s how we transformed this trailer into a purpose-built workstation on wheels.…
Fiberglass parts are notorious for poor fitment—and if you've ever ordered a set that looked good online but arrived with huge gaps, misaligned edges, and missing flanges, you're not alone. In this episode of Whatever Wednesday, Sam Kimmel of StealthBuilt tackles the challenge of installing a set of junk fiberglass fenders onto a 1940 Chevy with professional-level precision.
The…
Welcome to the new era of StealthBuilt—where jaw-dropping fabrication meets high-quality content and community-driven custom builds. If you've followed us for a while, you probably know Sam Kimmel as the mind behind the viral Audi Widebody project, along with countless fabrication tutorials and offbeat vehicle creations. But now, things are leveling up in a major…
Sam Kimmel is back with a massive update to the StealthBuilt Audi A6 widebody project—and this one’s not just a tweak. It’s a full-on rear bumper redesign, a new plan for the exhaust layout, and the machining of a functional, adjustable spoiler mount.
Whether you’ve been watching this build from the start or you’re just…
Welcome back to Episode 6 of the 1967 International Loadstar van chassis swap! In this chapter, we dive deep into the custom fabrication work needed to finalize the pedal setup, including precision modifications to the brake and gas pedal assemblies. These crucial details may not look flashy, but they make or break the driving experience…
Welcome back to Episode 5 of the International Loadstar Build, where we’re transforming a 1967 International grain truck into a slammed, street-legal custom cruiser on a 2012 Chevy Express van chassis. In this episode, we dive deep into the steering column installation, brake pedal setup, and custom bracket fabrication that brings this ambitious swap…
In Part 4 of the 1967 International Loadstar build, the StealthBuilt team shifts focus from the interior to the back end—tackling flatbed design, preparing for air suspension, and resolving steering column clearance issues. With owner Allison on-site, it’s a hands-on session that blends form, function, and a little farm truck flair.
Custom Flatbed Design for…