New Build - 6*12 Offroad Toy Hauler

[flboy]

Got most of the wiring soldered and secured. A few more places, but this is a good view of a before and after. Everything is soldered. As it was, guaranteed to be a problem in a few years or sooner.

Before

After

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[flboy]

Captured the last two days of work.


https://youtu.be/5dcD8TPT5lc

 

[Iconfabul8]

I'm sure you have it done by now but here is an idea for anyone who doesn't want to cut that wire and pull it out to install a grommet. Smearing a little silicone rubber around both sides works fairly well.

 

[flboy]

Yes, but the hole was almost too small for that and I needed to fix the connection anyhow. That does work however. I already had all the tools out, so I just put in grommets.

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[flboy]

Ripped some 1/4 inch plywood into 1 inch x 24 inch strips and have the liquid nails setting up. The insulation needs to stand off the sides as much as possible. I also think it lets the sides breath. I do not seal up at bottom of frame so any moisture can drop and evaporate. I will tape up the inside part and make sure it is airtight to the floor and etc.. This is the tedious work for me, but the work that really needs careful attention as once the walls are sealed up... too late.

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[flboy]

Getting the furring strips up after first round of insulation in the ceiling. I will be running all the wiring from the back to wherever it is going before I put the second round of insulation in the ceiling.

Probably will take a run at putting in the window bracing tomorrow before I do the side wall installation.

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[bigdave_185]

I'm sure you have it done by now but here is an idea for anyone who doesn't want to cut that wire and pull it out to install a grommet. Smearing a little silicone rubber around both sides works fairly well.

You can also add a small ziptie into the mix and that ziptie will help hold it in the silicone


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[flboy]

Made the first cuts in my new trailer. This is always the most nerve wracking. Making surenI got measurements right and etc. Put a piece of metal behind the studs I was cutting to make sure I did not go through to the skin.

Still have to weld in the tubes and then cut out the skin, but the look to be correct. Whew!

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[flboy]

Okay, got the windows framed up and welded. I will go ahead and finish sidewall insulation then get plywood back up inside so I can finish cutting hole for windows. The windows are secured by the trim ring so I need to have plywood up to secure them.

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[featherliteCT1]

Your newfound welding skills are coming in handy and the window frames look great!

PS: I have also been enjoying your youtube videos.

 

[flboy]

Your newfound welding skills are coming in handy and the window frames look great!

PS: I have also been enjoying your youtube videos. [emoji106]

Thanks, good thing the welds will be hidden in the wall. I am learning, but got a long way to go.

Glad you enjoy the videos. Just trying to contribute to the www since I use it so much.

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[flboy]

Anyone use these? Overkill? I have a hitch and ball lock, but just felt like this one needs a little more and I found 2 of these on clearance for $45.00. I am going to get some lug nut locks as well, but they'd either have to cut it off or bring two tires that are 6 lug.. I know anything can be cut with these new portable Lithiumn power tools, but it would slow them down or may just be too much effort and easier marks elsewhere?

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[wysedav]

the look like the would stop most anyone. make sure you install them on the tongue side of the wheel. i could see putting them on the rear and wiping out the fenders when i went to drive away (after i forgot to remove them).

 

[hankaye]

flboy, Howdy;

You do what you feel ya need ta do. Your investment, protect it however you wish.
Was watching the 'news' one night and they showed some low-lifes using a hoist to
lift a trailer off the hitch then drive off with it. Wouldn't go far with those on there.

hank

 

[flboy]

Yes.. this one being smaller is more of a target in my mind. I will put insurance on it, but never could be compensated for the time I put in to building it.

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[flboy]

Was able to squeeze in a little today between events. Did get the left side insulated. Just need to finish right side then put in wires and mount exterior fixtures and finish ceiling before I can button it up.

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[flboy]

Outside Temps were 90 degrees and sun lower in sky with some cloud cover. Insulation (ambient 90deg) vs no insulation (radiating 110 deg).

Insulation helps.. even more when paneling goes back up.

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[hankaye]

flboy, Howdy;

Looks like a job well done with the window frame work. You getting used to
that welder ain't ya.

hank

 

[flboy]

Thanks Hank. I am getting a little better. The more I do, the more I improve. Definitely a technique to it.

In full scale production today. Lol

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[flboy]

Finished insulation except last layer in ceiling. I will do that tomorrow, but I had to stop and get all the wiring in first. Next I will cut all the inlets for power, water, etc.. then siding goes back up. Alot of work to get done still, but making progress.

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