tony.latham wrote:You've done a remarkable job!
If you were going to head down the road and build another 'drop, what would you do differently?
Tony
If I were to build another one similar to this one, I would probably do or consider the following changes:
1. Design my own version with insulated walls, wire runs and vent fan port.
2. Change the windows. I like the porthole look but not how the windows work (I think they will likely leak).
3. More complex electrical system. I kept this one a basic 12v only, with a small inverter, dome light and a few charging ports. Maybe switch to an electric cooler.
4. Change the galley door design to be more like yours. I like the way that you have the door wrap around the side walls.
5. Change the door design. I like how the doors come off but they were designed with zero clearance for the gasket seals, so I wound up buying a sheet of 1/8" black ABS to put some spacers behind the hinge plates, so it would compress the seal properly when closed. Also, since the door was just a solid 1/2" piece of plywood it can (and one did) warp a little.
6. I might get fancier on the cabinetry. I keep telling myself it's just a camper but I do like the looks of some the woody builds that look like fine furniture.
7. Spend some time researching on TNTTT while designing. I've seen some really good ideas for door seals, creative finishes and other design elements on this site and I've only scratched the surface while searching for improvements or fixes for this build.
8. Maybe do a custom trailer with full size wheels. I like how the larger tires look with the retro fenders, but for this build I did want a light-weight camper, and the Aluminum Ultra-tow trailer was pretty easy to work with.