"The X-Cubed" C.T.T.

[Kharn]

Why not sneak in some smaller under-bed storage compartments ahead of the batteries? You could even use some open-cell foam with appropriate shapes cut out so beverages don't roll around too much, while keeping your reserve hidden from the rangers.

[KCStudly]

Smuggler's compartment?

[absolutsnwbrdr]

Nice KC!

John, I had thought about it, but the underbed compartments I have now don't really get used. I have grease and bearings in one compartment, and the other is empty. And I'm planning on having the spare tire underneath again. I'll need all the room I can get for that thing. Probably wont even be able to do a full-size spare.

[Kharn]

I was pretty disappointed when I found my cross members are 1" too close together for the tire to tuck up underneath. I was thinking of putting it on top of the galley hatch, keeping it in the truck would be too likely to be left at home by accident.

[absolutsnwbrdr]

I was pretty disappointed when I found my cross members are 1" too close together for the tire to tuck up underneath. I was thinking of putting it on top of the galley hatch, keeping it in the truck would be too likely to be left at home by accident.

Interesting. My 12" wheel/tire from HF fit (barely) between my trailer cross members.

I just opened up my CAD model for the X-Cubed, and a full-size (15") spare won't fit without moving the trailer cross beams. Although a 12" wheel/tire would fit, and would work in an emergency situation. I might just adjust the cross beams to fit a full-size spare. Either way, I'd like to keep the spare out of the way, but as you mentioned I'll probably forget it if it isn't attached.

A couple weeks ago I went snowboarding and forgot my coat.

[Ron Dickey]

I was pretty disappointed when I found my cross members are 1" too close together for the tire to tuck up underneath. I was thinking of putting it on top of the galley hatch, keeping it in the truck would be too likely to be left at home by accident.

Interesting. My 12" wheel/tire from HF fit (barely) between my trailer cross members.






I just opened up my CAD model for the X-Cubed, and a full-size (15") spare won't fit without moving the trailer cross beams. Although a 12" wheel/tire would fit, and would work in an emergency situation. I might just adjust the cross beams to fit a full-size spare. Either way, I'd like to keep the spare out of the way, but as you mentioned I'll probably forget it if it isn't attached.

A couple weeks ago I went snowboarding and forgot my coat.

I had wondered about that did you put it under the galley or in the center and do you have a safety cable on it incase a rough road shacks it loose.

Ron

[absolutsnwbrdr]

Its in the 2nd section from the front of the trailer frame (in front of the axle, behind the end of the tongue extension).

I used the HF spare tire carrier and bolted it directly to the plywood deck. No safety cables. No problems.

[Ron Dickey]

Its in the 2nd section from the front of the trailer frame (in front of the axle, behind the end of the tongue extension).

I used the HF spare tire carrier and bolted it directly to the plywood deck. No safety cables. No problems.

I have one of those good idea!! what is in the conduit behind it?

Ron

[Ron Dickey]

I present to you, the "X-Cubed Compact Travel Trailer"

The bones of the design....



A possible paint scheme (but we all know I'll change my mind a dozen times)....



very nice design..... I alway like it when some one brakes from the norm. it is a clean design yet open and looks like it belongs in the woods having fun.


Someone buy my camper!!! Motivated seller open to reasonable offers!!

[absolutsnwbrdr]

very nice design..... I alway like it when some one brakes from the norm. it is a clean design yet open and looks like it belongs in the woods having fun.

Thanks Ron! Just going for something a bit different and something a bit more "beefy" than my first two

The inside will have a couple design features that are just as interesting as the outside.

[Thelgord]

I am not sure if its because this is so different or because its just damn cool, but this is one of my favorite designs that I have seen.

[KCStudly]

Zach, have you thought about a TV upgrade to go along with the new design?

Perhaps a full scale version of this?




+1 on liking the design.

[absolutsnwbrdr]

Thanks Thelgord and KC! Now I just gotta get off my ass and build it!

KC that would be a GREAT tow vehicle!!

[absolutsnwbrdr]

It has arrived! Took less than a week to get here.



I'll crack open the boxes tonight and figure out the exact width of the trailer frame so I can order the Dexter Torflex axle tomorrow!

[Tommy2tone_1999]

Let me know if you figure out what the 2 wedge shaped pieces are for with that Ironton Trailer