Hello Steve,
I have some questions on converting a pop up camper into a hot dog cart / food trailer similar to one that I saw on your website. Here is the picture:
Do your build a hot dog cart plans cover how to build a trailer that cooks other type of food such as tacos?
Since the pop up trailer is somewhat open does it require vent hoods? Do you know if its considered enclosed or unenclosed?
Thanks Steve,
Csar
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Hi Csar,
A pop up camper conversion like the one in the picture would not be considered enclosed unless you install full walls. You should not have to install vent hoods, etc. However, ALWAYS check with your own inspector before you start building. It does not matter what I say, it matters what your inspector says.
My plans were used to build the trailer in that picture. I do not show the pop up camper conversion in the videos but once you watch them all the way through you will be able to do it easily. It’s just a matter of gutting the camper and then building in all of the equipment such as steamers, tanks, plumbing, etc exactly as I show you in the videos.
And you can modify it to include any other equipment that you want such as grills, flat top griddles, shave ice machines, etc.
Tacos would be so easy. Just pre-cook your meats and keep them hot in the steamer. The steamer holds three 1/3 size pans so you could do beef, chicken, and pork. Again, check with your local inspector for code requirements.
Now I’m hungry. :-0
I’ll be stopping by the Hot Dog Profits Premium private members area (as I do every day) to answer any specific construction questions as you go through the videos. I’ll see you inside.
Send me some pics when you finish it!
-Steve
Cool idea. We converted a cargo trailer. Steve’s information helps.
You did a great job on it Charlie!
Awesome idea. I just hung up from my local health dept. Now looking for a pop up camper. Just wanted to say thanks for the idea.
Send me pics when you finish it John! I’d love to see it.
Hey cool this is what I would love to do also…
I’d be glad to answer any questions you have along the way Kathy.
Hi, Does the pop up food stand have the capabititiy to close down?
Tks, Rick
Hi Rick,
I’m not sure how that one was built but I don’t think it closes down. I’ll bet you could make one that does though. I don’t show the pop up camper conversion in my videos but I do show you how to make all the equipment that you need for pennies on the dollar.
All pop up come with struts to raise & lower the roof.
Most are cable operated with a crank.
Some are even electric power lift.
It really is great to have more cover than an umbrella.
1St Mate Jim.
Thanks Matey!
oh man I really like this idea and slinging cart…that would work so well for fairs and festivals…
It looks as if covers are built to go around the struts that holdup the top. I would say they are for appearances only.
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