Lady Tear Droppers, drop in and say "Hello"!

Hello out there! Where are all you ladies?? I miss hearing your adventures, daily life trials and just stuff. I sold my Teardrop quite a while back - bought 2 vintage Scotty's and sold them and most recently bought a 23' 1967 Mallard trailer. I'm loving life!
 
Hello from southern Missouri!

I'm a 24 year old starting my first teardrop build based off of the angular more "off-road" style models. I've grouped together some help from my father, my fiance, and my soon to be father-in-law, with myself doing 99% of the design and build.

I started on a heavy duty Harbor Freight (capacity: 1750 lbs) trailer, which I understand some frown upon, but it was quick, easy, and relatively painless. I've sandwiched together most of my floor so far, and am eager to start on the walls.

I appreciate the advice and support this forum gives me on a daily basis.
 
Welcome aboard! When you get a chance, post some pictures of your progress. One thing this group loves are pictures and stories about the build. Also, the journeys once you get to camping. Best of luck! :)
 
Welcome, Kristaology! It's always nice to see new faces. Good luck with your build, it's a grand adventure.
 
Hi Ladies! I'm a newbie and so psyched to learn from all of you. I don't have anything to show off yet. I'm hoping to build a Tiny Trailer I can live part time in. In my head it looks a lot like a shepherd's wagon but out of foam since I'll be towing it with my Subie. Right now I spend more time reigning in my ambitions to meet back up with what I think I can afford and actually accomplish but dreaming big is half the fun. I can't wait to get out and go on adventures!
 
Here's an update! Got my walls up. This is really kicking us into gear about getting this thing done. It's going good so far, minus a few hiccups along the way.
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swaggerdesign":2mdp01h5 said:
Hi Ladies! I'm a newbie and so psyched to learn from all of you. I don't have anything to show off yet. I'm hoping to build a Tiny Trailer I can live part time in. In my head it looks a lot like a shepherd's wagon but out of foam since I'll be towing it with my Subie. Right now I spend more time reigning in my ambitions to meet back up with what I think I can afford and actually accomplish but dreaming big is half the fun. I can't wait to get out and go on adventures!

Welcome aboard! Can't wait to see what you come up with. Post lots of pics along the way so we can enjoy it too! :thumbsup:
 
Hi, all! I've been dreaming of this in one way or another for a long time! Glad I found an online community for all the help I am going to need in order to get this done!

My plan is more of a square drop, but I'm excited to get started. I managed to find windows super cheap, so this drop is going to have a LOT of light, and it'll have a skylight so I can do some stargazing. :D

Are any of you on the east coast? I'm in PA.

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Hello! My name is Amanda and I am so excited to get my first tear drop camper! I literally got it last night. Its in rough shape so I am going to be fixing it up. I am nervous because I have never tackled something like this before! But I am so glad someone told me about this page!! Here's a pic of what I have named "Liberty". She's a tiny beauty!!
 

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It was dicey! Thats for sure! if it were not for the tractor, we wouldn't have been able to do it.
 
:thumbsup: It reads like you have some help. I hope so. You've got a lot of work ahead.
Best Wishes for a successful restoration!
 
8) Lots of newbies signing in.....so glad you made the effort(s) to post and not just lurk. We have a wonderful community of campers here with good advice and recommendations. If you are starting a build, you are sure to find help here. If you want to know about places to camp (with or without a TD) or gatherings to attend, please ask and we can share some of our favorites. And we always have food/recipes to share. Happy trails to you all.
Joanie
The Teardrop Nanny :)
 
Hi ladies!

I've been lurking and planning for about a year. I just turned 30 this month, so this is my big quarter life project and I'm so excited it's finally time to rock and roll! I'm a project manager for theatre/film/tv sets and I worked in NYC for a long time engineering those big Christmas window displays, so this is the perfect next challenge for me. Finally got my drafting done for my chassis and I'm going to get the steel next week!

My mom and I spent last night brainstorming names for my drop (I grew up and live by the ocean, so it had to be beach related without being too cheesy) and I think I finally got one: Teardrop Thalassa. Thalassa is a not-very-well-known primordial goddess of the sea, and a divine female personification of the sea, in Greek mythology. A Thalassophile is someone who loves the sea.

TNTTT build journal and instagram build journal coming soon...

xo
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Okay Ladies, (and those Gents who read this thread),
It's time to inventory your trailer for the coming season (If you have not already done so). Change/fluff up the bedding, disperse any dust bunnies that have gathered during the winter months, and go through your galley. My prep always includes refreshing the dish/bath towels, checking the stock of paper products like napkins, tissues, paper towels, etc., and foil, baggies, and disinfecting wipes. I also check the batteries and replace ones in flashlights, b.p. lanterns, and charge the main battery I use for the interior and galley lights. I refill water bottles, dutch oven supplies, and check my stash of kindling and firewood. Outside, make sure the exterior doors and hatch are still firmly closing and locking, your tires have the right amount of tread and air, and see that all the bulbs (+spares) are packed for your lights. It is also a good idea to look over the wiring/lighting connections to your tow vehicle, inspect the hitch, and think about the last time you had the wheel bearings packed.
There is a reason I have earned the title of Teardrop Nanny........ :R You are welcome. Have a wonderful and safe camping season and be sure to tell us about your adventures. xo TDN
 
The Teardrop Nanny":ivrou17j said:
Okay Ladies, (and those Gents who read this thread),

I'm, umm, only here to report on new posts to Shelly. :NC

The Teardrop Nanny":ivrou17j said:
It's time to inventory your trailer for the coming season (If you have not already done so). ...

Have a wonderful and safe camping season and be sure to tell us about your adventures. xo TDN

I'm still making improvements to ours from our notes from last year. I want to give it a gentle hand washing, but I'm going to wait until we get it to the Northeast, where water is more plentiful!

Happy camping everyone!

Tom
 

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