Newbie looking to build or buy

[polymangler]

Just saying hi. love the teardrop style and with Outback the tow weight makes sense. Looking to get some info to make a smart purchase or convince my wife I can pull off a build

 

[Tony Latham]

Welcome. The coffee's always on here.

Tony

 

[polymangler]

great photo, Tony !Thats the dream I’m trying to live , right there

 

[swoody126]

Just saying hi. love the teardrop style and with Outback the tow weight makes sense. Looking to get some info to make a smart purchase or convince my wife I can pull off a build

one must convince self 1st !

 

[polymangler]

one must convince self 1st !

Wise words indeed, I'd say the more nuanced answer is; me able to build a great teardrop is not in question but how long the project would take is more the sticking point. Finding a good deal on one gets us on the road quick and a whole season of missed park adventures does seem like a loss.

What would you say is a comfortable estimate for a weekend warrior to build a teardrop? My guess is better part 6 months

 

[swoody126]

Wise words indeed, I'd say the more nuanced answer is; me able to build a great teardrop is not in question but how long the project would take is more the sticking point. Finding a good deal on one gets us on the road quick and a whole season of missed park adventures does seem like a loss.

What would you say is a comfortable estimate for a weekend warrior to build a teardrop? My guess is better part 6 months

IMHO (never having built one myseff) 6mo would be quite a push IF one were to build in his/her own concepts

sw