Sam and Kat here. We’re from Carson City, Nevada. We are long time campers. The three kids are gone, so it’s down to the two of us. Started out with a 1969 16’ Ideal with flipped axles. Drug that thing all over and had a blast in it. Even floated it once crossing a stream… Finally, it just wore out. We then got a 18’ toyhauler. That led to getting quads which led to a 30’ toyhauler. Still have it, with no plans to get rid of it (great base camp for hunting), but we really miss the ability to get into the more remote locations. Also we’re planning a cross country trip next August and I don’t want to do all the driving (GVWR on the toyhauler requires a special endorsement on the license). Kat isn’t going to get the endorsement so I’m the only driver while towing the toyhauler.
Anyways, after that drawn out intro, we are thinking about building a teardrop. It looks like it would be great for quick getaways along the creeks, and would be real nice to have on the cross country trip next year.
I’m a hobbyist woodworker and a fair welder, so have the tools to build one. Time will be an issue since I need to finish a sand rail restoration I’m in the middle of before I start on the teardrop.
We’re thinking of a 5’ wide 10’ long tear, sandwich wall construction with a painted exterior. Probably will build the frame from scratch. We like the looks of the tires/ fenders outboard of the box, and I want a fairly heavy duty trailer for desert travel.
Once we have a firmed up sketch, I’ll post what we are thinking of. Of course, there are a couple of things we want to do that are different. One of the joys of building your own.
Sam and Kat
Welcome from the little town of Lovelock! Been passing through your town pretty regular lately!
