DMcCam wrote:Howdy Everyone, The good news is that the AT has been a gas to camp in this season. The bad news is my hatch is too heavy for my wife to lift. With the current gas strut setup the struts actually add weight at bottom of the stroke increasing the 48 pounds to about 55 pounds. Even with 150 pound struts, it doesn't start to really lift until the last 10 inches. Sooo I'm looking at using the other method utilizing a longer spring.
Here's the plan based on Mr. Andrew's thread and design.
Will you good engineers and kind folks please take a gander and let me know if it looks right to you? I really, really, really don't want to do this wrong.
Gratefully yours,
Dave
Hi Campin, I found them at a local RV parts store. They are standard bare aluminum though they come in white too.Campin' Texan wrote:Great job! Where did you find the end caps for your trim?
klhoush wrote:I just read the entire thread, WOW, I really enjoyed it!
This really shows how much work goes into a nice custom teardrop. Some people think they can buy a sweet TD for $1000 - $3000. Forget about it! Your battery box is worth $1000! Do you have a final tally on the cost?
I've got to get outside and install the trim on the Slumbercoach, and build side tables, and install another kitchen light switch, and, and, etc.
Cheers,
Kurt Housh
PubUltraStar wrote:Okay, Summer is officially over. How many times did you get to camp in the Travelear? Any issues? Anything you would have done differently in the build? I'm slowly getting mine together, and almost at a stage to be able to start working on the walls.
Nelsonsrus wrote:Dave,
I just introduced myself on the newbie page and mentioned that it was your build that has drawn most of my interest. The overall look and feel just strikes something in me. With that said, I'm hoping you'll give me your permission to "copy" your design and as the build progresses, maybe provide some insight into some of your decisions. Thanks again for the inspiration and motivation to take the first step in the process.
Bryan
drewh1 wrote:Hey Dave - you are starting a trend here. Imitation is the best form of flattery.
So my TD, inspired by your build, is coming along and I am preparing to do the wiring. I have a question for you.
I noticed you used three red marker lights on your hatch, I assume for a third brake light. I am curious if these are visible enough mounted on the curve of the hatch. Some LED's are very directional. I like the look of this and want to something similar for mine. I think it looks better than a bar light.
Thanks in advance!
drew.
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