want to buy a TD kit ( not plans) recommendations??

[dbryan]

I am interested in purchasing a Teardrop kit. Probably 8'. I would like to put it together myself but I really am not confident enough to start it from scratch.

Does anyone know anything about the following company that makes kits?

http://www.teardropparts.com

I would like it to have a stereo, and ac for Summer trips and I am 6' tall so I am guessing the 8' length should be ok. I will be towing with a Subaru with 2000lb tow capacity and 227hp and not sure of the tongue weight. I think it should be OK because I have seen smaller less powerful cars towing these things.

Thanks for any help.

[Chip]

Dbryan,, welcome to tha board,, The company you referenced if a good and reptuable, how the kit works and what is included I do not know.

As far as building one yourself,, If ya can turn on a jig saw ya basically can build one from scratch,,also there is a wealth of information, help and advice on this web log to help ya over any rough spots,, there are a few basic guidlines such as axle placement that ya need to stay within but otherwise there are no real rules as to how you need or have to put one together,,

what area of SC are ya in by the way,, I am in the upstate and will gladley help in any way I can,,,,

chip

[dbryan]

Thanks Chip,

From your response it looks like you are saying that they are good and reputable. Yes? I am in Bluffton, SC the town right before Hilton Head Island.

What kind of camper do you have? It sounds like you have some experience in these things.

[JT]

dbryan:

I am considering the same kit from the same company. I too have heard nothing but favorable comments about the company.

I could probably build one from scratch myself but I'm going to be renting a garage to do this project so anything I can do to save time will be of great asset. Nice thing about teardropparts.com is that he can pre-fab the entire galley area prior to shipping for an added fee.

- JT

[Steve Frederick]

If you look at the Lil'Diner as we started the build weekend, it was a "kit" sitting on Mike's frame. We (three of us) had it assembled, except for the roof, in a weekend. I've thought of offering a kit. Panelized construction, delivered on a frame, or for your frame..????

[dbryan]

have a ballpark figure on cost? What would be included?

Thanks everyone ( especially Chip) , I have received several responses and it makes a big difference when you are embarking on something new to have people that are willing to share info help.

[ALAN GEDDES]

You just missed our gathering at Little Talbot SP. Could have gotten a lot of ideas and input. Are you looking at their complete kit or what ? What frame and finish ?

[Big Guy with a Little Guy]

dbryan:

Bluffton? I drove right through your town in February 04. I was in a rented blue Cavalier. Did you see me?

Jiminsav is in Savannah. You could PM him and get some contact information if you're inclined. He'd be glad to visit with you.