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New from Austin TX

Postby GeckoJeep » Wed Jul 23, 2014 11:06 am

I've been reading up on this site for a few months, finally decided I should register and quit lurking.

I bought the Big Woody plans about a year ago, bought the HF trailer kit in January, and started work on the teardrop about a month ago. 2 weeks ago I decided I want to have it ready to go for our annual mtn biking / Jeeping trip to Moab,UT and Durango, CO which happens at the end of Sept. So - I've shifted into high gear and I'm starting to make some decent progress.

Slight setback last night when I discovered that, based on orientation of the nice 3/4" birch plywood, I have cut 2 left sides :oops: Going to pick up a new sheet tonight and try again.

I appreciate all the good info I'm finding on here. Hopefully once this is done I can make it to some get togethers and see some other tiny trailers in their natural settings.

J.T.
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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby CMC » Wed Jul 23, 2014 1:08 pm

Welcome. A lot of good info and help here if you have questions. You should start a build thread and post pictures. I know a lot of members like to watch build progress. It's also great to get ideas for anyone about to start building. Good luck on the build and I will be watching the build thread if you decide to start one.

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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby bc toys » Thu Jul 24, 2014 7:15 am

Welcome J T to the site of info
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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby coyote » Thu Jul 24, 2014 10:10 am

Welcome, lots of info here. Congrats. ( I have a whole stack of "good" extra wood). I cam never remember if it's cut twice, measure once....or is it the other way around? Just figure you're helping the local economy! :lol:
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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby GeckoJeep » Thu Jul 24, 2014 10:33 am

coyote wrote:I can never remember if it's cut twice, measure once....or is it the other way around? :lol:


I've cut it 3 times and it's STILL too short!
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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby Sparksalot » Sun Jul 27, 2014 2:22 pm

Welcome aboard! You're about to find the plans you have, goes for all TD builders, lack something you want. Use the Design Resources at the top of the page to find stuff.

I started with Kuffel Creek's plans, then decided I wanted different doors. Then galley slide outs, then...

It's all fun. Enjoy your building and camping.
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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby tdprice54 » Mon Jul 28, 2014 7:52 pm

J.T., I am new myself and live in Conroe. I am in Austin often for most of my money goes to U.T. with my son. I have made every Lonestar Roundup with one of my cars.. I enjoy the town and enjoy watching the people. TP
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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby Sparksalot » Mon Jul 28, 2014 9:16 pm

Lonestar Roundup? That looks fun!
Holy cow, Rose is a teenager now! Done? Surely you jest. A teardrop is never "done".

The Compass Rose build thread: viewtopic.php?t=23213

Inspiration: http://tnttt.com/Design_Library/Trailer%20for%20Two.htm

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Re: New from Austin TX

Postby Java Jack » Wed Aug 06, 2014 9:57 pm

Hello J.T. from Austin...

It just so happens my initials are J.T. and I too am in Austin. Just curious, are you in South Dallas or North San Antonio LOL. I currently reside on the south side of town (aka North San Antone!).

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