Yesterday, I installed the first "raised panel" that will support the pop top. Today I expect to get the other three installed and the top on by the end of the weekend.
If anyone is interested in the cost of building this trailer, I keep a spreadsheet with all purchases. Sometimes I’ll list something like a box or bag of screws or a 10-pack of paint tray liners, but may not use every item. I’m also keeping costs for the basic trailer and luxury or extra items separate. The reason for this is to have a low-ball cost for a basic trailer with no frills, and another for the fully equipped trailer.
I’ve purchased most of the materials and items for the basic trailer except for some additional lumber for cabinetry, seat/bed cushions plus fabric to cover them, spray paint for the side stripes, and some cabinet hardware. Currently, my basic trailer cost is at $2829. The materials and items yet to be purchased could run the basic trailer cost up to between $3300 and $3400.
What I call luxury items or extras is another matter. These include the 2-burner cooktop unit, cabinet mounted ice box, porta potty, spare tire and wheel, propane tank, AC unit, leveling jacks, TV and accessories (wall mount, connectors, coax cable, etc.), AM/FM/MP3 receiver and accessories (speakers, antenna, mount), portable gray water tank, and the Fantastic Fan. The cost so far for the luxury item/extra category is up to $753 and I haven’t bought the 19â€