Hi All,
I love this forum. There is no way I'd be able to build a TD without the wealth of information here. I've posed a couple of questions and everyone's been so helpful. I'll have many more questions.
I think its time I start to document my build as well.
A little info.
- I've been thinking of building a TD for the last couple of years. My wife and I saw one a few years ago at a campground and fell in love.
- In December I finally found someone to build the 5x9 chassis. He had it ready in 2 wks.
- I'm using Sketchup to come up with the design and its based on the plans from Ryan's http://teardropbuilder.com/. Mine is longer and a little taller.
- I dont have a garage. This is my biggest pain point and will continue to be while I build. So I'm borrowing garages and working outdoors. BTW, I live in Montreal, Canada. We get snow.
A few screenshot from Sketchup:
I havent finished the roof outside skin. Having trouble figuring out how to do it. Also I need to add the hatch.
I had a friend help me bring the trailer home. UHaul didnt have my trailer hitch in time.
Used self etching primer first. My friend JF, lent me his garage for a few days.
Two coats of enamel paint.