I've been thinking about it for years - and now is the time!

[Miss P Pyre]

Hello all- I have wanted to make a teardrop for many years now. I am low in experience, but high in determination. Can't wait to see what I learn along the way.

First question - I like the idea of traveling as light as possible. Is welding up my own trailer in aluminum a bad idea?

I welcome your input
-Pyre

 

[Tony Latham]

I think it is, if you don't have much welding experience. Aluminum welding and chassis design elevate the skills to a different level.

Here's my wife welding a chassis out of steel–for her son's wedding present teardrop.

Tony

 

[Miss P Pyre]

I recognize it would be a challenge but I have been working on my TIG skills and think I'm ready for a challenge. Maybe I just have to allow for more time and mistakes along the way.

I worry most about the durability while on the road and in use. Steel will take a beating better for sure.

 

[Tony Latham]

but I have been working on my TIG skills and think I'm ready for a challenge.

It sounds like it.

Tony

 

[featherliteCT1]

I have been working on my TIG skills and think I'm ready for a challenge

Go for it!