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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.…

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Jun 2025

DIY Mini Camper - Dirt Turtle

Building the Steel Backbone of the Dirt Turtle: Mini Overlanding Camper Build – Part 2

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…

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Jun 2025

DIY Mini Camper - Dirt Turtle

From Farm Field to Overlanding Beast: Meet the Dirt Turtle – StealthBuilt’s Mini Camper Transformation Begins

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…

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Jun 2025

DIY Tips & Tricks

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.…

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May 2025

DIY Tips & Tricks

How to Fix Badly Fitting Fiberglass Fenders on a Classic Car – Whatever Wednesday

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…

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May 2025

DIY Widebody Audi

StealthBuilt Relaunch: Bigger Builds, Better Content, and a Bold New Direction

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…

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Jan 2025

DIY Widebody Audi

Audi Widebody Build – Part 11: New Rear Bumper, Custom Spoiler Mount & Machining Mayhem

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…

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Jan 2025

1967 International Loadstar

1967 International Loadstar Build – Part 6: Custom Pedal Fabrication

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…

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Dec 2024

1967 International Loadstar

1967 International Loadstar Build – Part 5: Steering, Brakes & Custom Fabrication

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…

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Dec 2024

1967 International Loadstar

1967 International Loadstar Build – Part 4: Flatbed Fab, Air Suspension Plans, and Steering Mods

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…

Mini Camper Build Part 3 – From Steel Skeleton to Insulated Shell

Building the Steel Backbone of the Dirt Turtle: Mini Overlanding Camper Build – Part 2

From Farm Field to Overlanding Beast: Meet the Dirt Turtle – StealthBuilt’s Mini Camper Transformation Begins

How We Turned a Basic Trailer into a Mobile Tool Rig – Full Build Walkthrough – Whatever Wednesday

How to Fix Badly Fitting Fiberglass Fenders on a Classic Car – Whatever Wednesday

StealthBuilt Relaunch: Bigger Builds, Better Content, and a Bold New Direction

Audi Widebody Build – Part 11: New Rear Bumper, Custom Spoiler Mount & Machining Mayhem

1967 International Loadstar Build – Part 6: Custom Pedal Fabrication

1967 International Loadstar Build – Part 5: Steering, Brakes & Custom Fabrication

1967 International Loadstar Build – Part 4: Flatbed Fab, Air Suspension Plans, and Steering Mods

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