Teardrops n Tiny Travel Trailers

Hello,

As you can see, I am new here. I have been lurking for awhile. I couldn't seem to find an answer to my question, and I'm sure there is a reason why.

I "get" the allure of building a teardrop which looks like the 40's and 50's and I "get" that its a hobby, something to take pride in your workmanship, that you created a custom built piece of artwork.

But here is my question. Why can't I just make it as simple as possible?
Why couldn't I just take a harbor freight trailer, build what is essentially a shed on wheels, using square joints and maybe some T-111 exterior sheeting with some outdoor house paint and call it a day?

Please enlighten my n00bness. Thanks

No enlightenment necessary. You seem to grasp it just fine.

There is an attraction for some of us to create things of beauty that transcend the mere utility of the object. Others just want to "git 'er done" and get camping as quickly and cheaply as possible. Both paths are completely valid. Pick the one you like and get busy!

The Sistine Chapel and a concrete tilt-up will both keep you dry and out of the rain, but I'm sure you grasp the difference in motivations of the builders.

Good luck with your build, whichever path you choose!

You might check out this thread. http://tnttt.com/viewto ... highlight=

coldsolderjoint wrote:Why couldn't I just take a harbor freight trailer, build what is essentially a shed on wheels, using square joints and maybe some T-111 exterior sheeting with some outdoor house paint and call it a day?

If you do, and you post some pics here of doing it, I reckon you'll encourage many more people to build their own trailer who are currently scared off by the teardrop's shape - so please do it.

Andrew

Also check out http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/

Even if you build a shed on wheels, make it a nice one...

Mike...

Thanks! I seen Bob Henry's Barn after I posted this. That is essentially what I want to do.

coldsolderjoint wrote:Thanks! I seen Bob Henry's Barn after I posted this. That is essentially what I want to do.

And don't forget to cut in a door! My first three were a little squarish Welcome to the forum

http://www.mytintent.com/mrkeepitsimple

Here is a design which got me thinking. I wouldn't even need to put a pitched roof on it. This one is a bit rough.. but I like the square-ness.

The main problem in my head now is.. how to make the roof waterproof?

It seems like the two leading options are aluminum sheeting, or hoping it wont leak when spread with some sort of sticky goop?

coldsolderjoint wrote:
The main problem in my head now is.. how to make the roof waterproof?

It seems like the two leading options are aluminum sheeting, or hoping it wont leak when spread with some sort of sticky goop?

Or EPDM rubber roofing?

Here's just one source: http://www.flatroofsolutions.com/40mil- ... -price.php