Back in the saddle again!

[TonyCooper]

I finally found time to work on my TearDrop again. Feels real good to play in the garage and see the progress.

I'm basically building the Cubby. I had a little leftover sheet aluminum and decided I didn't want the HF trailer to be seen so I trimmed out most of the frame tonight. I measured the frame and cut the sections 3/4" taller. Then folded them 90 degrees at the 3/4" mark. I used self tapping screws to secure the bottom to the underside of the frame. The trim holds everything else in place. I'm quite happy with the results.

Here is a picture of the back.


One of the side


Also managed to a install the fender and the front amber marker. Galvanized fenders were sourced from Northern Tools.


Still have to complete the left side and paint what little of the frame that can be seen black. I also put a thin layer of gray polyurethane sealant on the seam where the sides meet the top. I'll add another layer to the trim pieces when they go on in a few days. I don't want those seams to leak.



Gage is right - get on "TearDrop Time" and make it like you want it...no need to rush it. The fun and satisfaction is all in the journey!

[Guest]

Gage is right - get on "TearDrop Time" and make it like you want it...no need to rush it. The fun and satisfaction is all in the journey!

Yaa... But don't be late to the party.

[larryl]

Tony:

Like the look of the aluminum covering the frame. If I had enough alum.
sheet left, I would use your idea.
Larry

[TonyCooper]

I completed the trim out of the frame, installed my fenders, installed and tested my running lights, and installed the hurricane hinge.

Productive Sunday afternoon.

I also learned one more thing... if you are using gray GE polyurethane based sealant, it's best to clean up the excess before it cures. Tested it both ways and it is an order of magnitude easier to clean up while wet.



I think I am going to be painting my trailer tongue black.