Plans for first build

[BrandonCormier]

Ok. So I have decided on a design from the library. I want to build a version of "The Simple". 10' long X 4' high X 52" wide (inside).

I will be building on a frame from a 1986 Palomino Mustang pop-up camper. i will have to widen axle. I have mad welding skills, so frame modification is not a problem. (I have been welding for the better part of 25 years)

I will be using plywood for the shell. My concern is protecting the plywood. I did some research on different epoxy type coatings. Some products look like they will do the job. It seems that I would have a plastic coated camper with the epoxy. I have read some past posts on epoxy type coatings, but I was wondering if anyone ever used "Goop Coat-It"? I have a friend who used it on his mudboat, and that stuff is tough as bed liner and doesn't add too much weight. I think it would be a good coating on my TTT. It is paintable. Opinions? Comments? Pros-Cons?

Although I am still in planning, blueprint, information gathering stage; I am gaining all the knowledge I can. This will be my first build and I want to be ready.

[mikeschn]

If you are still collecting plans, check out the Generic Benroy Plans up there in the menu! Oh and welcome to the forum!
Mike...

[v65infla]

The Goop looks like good stuff. I am going to build a "Foamie" to pull behind a motorcycle and have been searching to find an outer shell. I realize there would have to be something between the Goop and the foam but that is the easy part.

I see that that it is sandable and paintable. Can it be sanded smooth like fiberglass??

[BrandonCormier]

My buddy sanded it smooth on the bottom of his mudboat. It was real smooth and looked good painted. I believe it will be what I will use on my trailer.

[deepvee]

Welcome to the site Brandon. So what part of the south your from? We have a group of us in the Gonzales area with the TearJerkers. We will be at Tickfaw state park this weekend. If you get a chance stop by and check it out.

[BrandonCormier]

I actually live just south of Thibodaux. The gathering is at Tickfaw State Park? The wife and I may take a day trip to check out some of the campers and maybe get a few secrets from some of the "pros".

[deepvee]

P.M. sent. Yes we will be at the state park.