My First Teardrop build...woohoo!!!

[Bob Loblaw]

After seeing lots of factory made teardrops on the road and recently at the local Sportsman's show I googled "DIY Teardrop trailers." There are so many resources out there for building these amazing little travel trailers. I came across this forum and have been inspired by all of the extremely creative ideas that people have. So it's official I started building my own. I'm using a HF 4'x8' trailer as my frame/base. I haven't decided on the shape just yet but it's going to be a Belroy, Superleggera or a variation of the cub.

Here's what I have so far, the trailer has been built and I spray painted it flat black-

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[Vedette]

Looks like you are off and running!
There are others in your area.
Keep those pictures coming!!
Good Roads
Brian & Sandi
PS
Don't forget to ask lots of questions!

[Greg M]

Good to see that you understand it's only the first. Once you start it's hard to stop.

[Woodbutcher]

Have fun, enjoy the building process, it's a big part of the fun.

[javajaws]

All of you Harbor Freight builders are starting after me but are already ahead of me!!

I'll be like the tortoise..slow and steady wins the race.

[Eulalia]

Have fun with your build. Looks like you're in my neck off the woods. I too am in Clark County. I'm slowly building my teardrop with hopes of being camping by Memorial Day weekend. There are many good places too find material in the Portland/Vancouver area. I'd suggest Shur-Way for plywood. They have a good selection and decent prices. I even found some 5x5 plywood I can use for my cabinets and roof (I'm doing a 5' width).

- Jesse