6x14 Cargo Conversion Build Log - Rolling Thunder

[MrBo]

Hey there I just watched a few of your videos on YouTube, like the build.

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Thank you! Lot of fine tuning will be going on. Love it!

thanks for the comment!

 

[MrBo]

Latest Updates.


Video on The Moment of Truth hooking it up for the first time for a test drive. Someone suggested an air ride system. May look into it. Not expensive and it goes inside of the springs. Easy install.
Air Lift Air Lift Leveling Kit - Rear - Air Lift 1000 Coil Spring - No Drill - Installation Time - 1 Hour Or Less https://www.partsgeek.com/gbproduct...Qq3JWpkTAY_z6khNUaAnC6EALw_wcB&ad=47433949572



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Pre-lim tour Video. Excited for first trip this week. Got the back screen done, not in this video next, it turned out GREAT! Also got the solar panel mount done under the bed. Slides right in from the back and so far looks like it will work good.

Cozy and Rustic. Cabin On Wheels!

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Had en excitement this week when a neighbor showed up that lives a few streets down, saw the moment of truth video and recognized the area ( also a postman). Stopped over then brought his wife and family for a tour. We had five people in here no problem. Wife was not sure of doing the build until she got to see what you can do with it. She was sold! They are going to do a toy hauler. Small world. He thought I would be in Denver or somewhere and I was right in the hood.

Here are the straps I used for sloar panel and bikes. Great price. Cartman Soft Loop Tie-Down Straps in Blue Color, 8pk x 18in, 3600lbs $6.99 free shipping ( not affiliate links) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MDVJ89Z/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 using 4 for the solar panel and a couple for the bikes inside.


Also Hands Free Mesh Screen Net Door with magnets Anti Mosquito Bug Curtain USA $7.85 ( went up) free shipping - ( not affiliate links) Pardon Our Interruption... These came with push-in pin/nails and also velcro patches. Easy install with the nails. Used a couple of the velcro patches for the light and stereo remotes to attact to the wall. Worked perfect. Saved from having to buy some. Put a screen on the front door and one in the back sideways.


Love seeing all the new builds! Beautiful work and great skill levels!

Hope your build or planning is going well. Fun and exciting times!

as the beat goes on ...

 

[McDave-TNT]

Hey Mr.Bo,
Really nice work on the videos. You look like you are really enjoying this stuff. I remember when I took mine to the Beartooth Pass Rally and Iron Horse Rodeo and every time I rode into camp people would come over to take the tour. You could literally see their eyes light up as they got the ideas for what they could do. At least 40 people went in there at some point. Totally worth it. By the second day, the neighbors had learned to take advantage of the shade from the awning. Not a bad thing at all, Lady bikers from Minnesota are a lot of fun.

McDave

 

[MrBo]

Hey Mr.Bo,
Really nice work on the videos. You look like you are really enjoying this stuff. I remember when I took mine to the Beartooth Pass Rally and Iron Horse Rodeo and every time I rode into camp people would come over to take the tour. You could literally see their eyes light up as they got the ideas for what they could do. At least 40 people went in there at some point. Totally worth it. By the second day, the neighbors had learned to take advantage of the shade from the awning. Not a bad thing at all, Lady bikers from Minnesota are a lot of fun.

McDave

Thanks McDave! very cool story. Yes very much enjoying it. Still coming up with ideas. I think this is a new trend that is starting to pick up speed. It was fun to hear the ideas my neighbors had and see their head spinning with new ideas.

Beartooth pass sounds great. We will be at CO Jackson Lake State Park This week if anyone if in that area. Great fishing spot.

Thanks again! Happy trails!

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[featherliteCT1]

very nice work ... love it!

 

[MrBo]

very nice work ... love it!

Thank you!

 

[MrBo]

Update: We made it to Jackson lake state park and back on our maiden voyage. Went 60mph no problem. Held on cruise nice. The big test will be this weekend going up the canyon to the high country. Boon-docking.

After using for first time found out that two batteries is a must. I can get by for a little while with one but I am going to have to wait till I can afford to buy two new ones.

Also got this step/ tool storage box at wally world online for 21.00 on sale. Was an easy light step solution. Love it I keep extension cord and adapters, tent stakes, hammer, tools and such in it. Love it! Little high I would call it "that first step is a doozy", but came in handy for putting up canopy for first time. here is a link if anyone is looking for an easy solution. Stack-On Step n' Store Stool 14 in. L Steel - Walmart.com

I did also buy the add a room with two large doors for the 10x10, but was disappointed it will not work the way I was hoping that the door would open into it. The clearance is too low. But it will still be good to have. We did not put it up on this trip. Thinking about making a simple awning that will come down at night or when wind picks up.

Here is my latest update video with some of the update of things like back screen and finishing touches. Love the space. Worked well. Was a crazy time out there, wanted to try fishing for the first time in a long time and now I remember why I don't do it any more .

The lake was lined with a ton of dead carp all over the place. The fish were not touching our worms, not sure I would have kept anything anyway after seeing all the dead fish. The 2nd night the wind came in like I have never seen before and the next morning it was like park service came in and cleaned everything up. There were no dead fish anywhere and the banks were spotless. CRAZY!

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[McDave-TNT]

That looks like a handy step/toolbox. I have decided to try to fab a fold up step. I have run over about six steps of one kind or another. Always at home when I need to move the trailer for some reason. It's just ridicules. I haven't drove off with the cord plugged in, yet. If it works out I show it to you, if not ......

McDave

 

[MrBo]

That looks like a handy step/toolbox. I have decided to try to fab a fold up step. I have run over about six steps of one kind or another. Always at home when I need to move the trailer for some reason. It's just ridicules. I haven't drove off with the cord plugged in, yet. If it works out I show it to you, if not ......

McDave

LOL... yea you can never leave in a hurry. Love the step box, I was going to build one but this is lighter then anything I could have built. Happy Trails!

Thanks again!

 

[2Tornadoes]

This is a great build! Love the idea of just staining/sealing the basic plywood. We build a 6x14 a few years ago and are now about to start a new larger trailer with more bells and whistles.

How did you like ordering through makemytrailer.com? Seems like they were good to work with on the build and any follow ups? Where did you have that forgotten window installed or did you do it yourself? Now that you've had a summer of camping in it do you think the build quality is still good?

 

[dirtsailor2003]

Great looking rig!

I was just looking at that step the other day. I am going to make one that is similar out of some scrap plywood I have. That way I can split the height with an even step (assuming a level surface). I plan on storing my small toolkit and other Random parts and pieces like wire nuts, fuses, etc in it.