Teardrops n Tiny Travel Trailers

Galley and interior cabinets framed, I think I am making the over build mistakes on this first one but still should be ok weight wise.

Ehhhh, a little overbuilt but it'll be sturdy. Looks like you're using pine 1X2's so it's not like your breaking the bank or anything. The galley wall needs to be stout, up at the top, anyway because that's where the hatch is secured to.

I'm sure if you push on the sides there is still some racking back and forth but just wait until you get the roof skin on............... dude, that thing will be rock solid!!

Keep up the good work, I'm watching this build.........

Jeff

P.S. Hey, what's your first name?

you definitely aren't wasting any time! Looks good and sturdy.

I overbuild like crazy too. I can stand on my roof with no problem. Oh Well, they will be around for our grandkids to laugh at..

First name is Tom,

Actually I made my studs, ripped 2 x 3 in half. I use those on my Corn hole games I make and they work much better, Less problem with splitting.

A little smaller then the 2x2 and alot cheaper. I also used the 3/4 x 1 on some of it.

When I grab a wall and rock it the whole trailer rocks Its definately solid. Although adding up the weight so far I should come in under 1000lbs.

I did make one screw up I just figured out, when making my floor I didnt allow for my 1/2 overhang on the wall so will be skinning it in two parts on outside with a seam, will probably just use a think piece of oak to cover the seam and plenty of silicone.

Someone mentioned the door handle and actually there should be plenty of room to use a conventional handle off the wooden frame I have on there at least thats the current plan.

Going to wire it up for A/C D/C tommarrow install lights etc put the oak ply on fronts of the cabinets and hopefully start working on my doors for the cabinets and drawers.

Yeh I have been off work had carpel Tunnel and tendon surgery on right hand and have left done this friday so have had plenty of time and alot of help from my 18 year old son, luckily he goes to college here locally so is home alot.

Jeff did you Use Spar Varnish to seal the outside?

Told Mamma to get her stain brushes ready

Yes, Tom. I used Helmsman Spar Urethane to seal the outside on both of my trailers. My first one, I didn't sand enough before I put on the Spar so the rest of the coats looked rough and crappy. Well, after being outside for about 9 months, the lack of prep has REALLY shown. I'm probably going to have to completely strip the old stuff off and redo it or the whole thing will be a basket case by next Spring. I also need to get it indoors for the winter, too.

Now, my Jim Dandy build is a different story. I took my time and sanded between each coat of stain and clear. It's turned out nicely..... not perfect but am happy with it.

Jeff

Appriciate the tip I will make sure to sand each coat before applying the next.

Wow that is shaping up to be one Finntastic looking tear..

And at a good speed also..

PS What kind of a dog is that you have ?

Classic Finn

Thanks,

The dog is Neiko 170 lb Akita. He is one of the Family, Sad thing is he got a disease that is unique to the breed that attacks there imune sytem and cause's them to go blind and lose there pigment. He cant see a thing now but is doing pretty well with it and doesnt seem to have any other problems . He is a really super dog, Just as loveable as they come.

Tom and family,

Good design, very heavy duty. You'll be done befrore you know it. I don't think you can ever go wrong by overbuilding, as long as the weight doesn't become too excessive.

BTW, that dog looks almost big enough to pull it around.

Great build and very good progress so far!! Looking forward to the finished product!

Your build looks rock solid and I've enjoyed watching your progress.

Your dog is cool too!

Barb