Green Lantern- now with awning!!!

[StPatron]

I'm sure enjoying watching your build, Scott!

I have a question. On the front bed, what's the purpose of the luan panel across the front? I noticed that later it was either replaced or covered with plywood.

[starleen2]

I'm sure enjoying watching your build, Scott!

I have a question. On the front bed, what's the purpose of the luan panel across the front? I noticed that later it was either replaced or covered with plywood.

It was an Idea that just didn't work out very well - so i went another direction with it.

[planovet]

Dang Scott, your speed makes the rest of us look like slowpokes

[StPatron]

It was an Idea that just didn't work out very well - so i went another direction with it.

I know all too well how that goes.

Thanks for answering my question, looking forward to seeing you and your family again and the "Green Lantern".

[starleen2]

Update: It’s been a few days since I was able to resume work on the Green Lantern – But I’m almost done with the interior. I have most of the trim work done with the exception of sealing the last portion of the ceiling.
The cabinet for the microwave is finished and microwave installed. It should ride well in this position

We went with the wood Rope trim for the edges along the ceiling – Mrs Starleen says that it gives it just the right touch.


After an attempt or two for the rear cabinets – we decided that a weight savings could be realized if we just did a decorative shelf area – so that’s what we did. We can store a lotta gear up there when we upack at the campsite. Kinda ran out of sealer - another project for another day

The front area finally got some attention as well – when the green enamel paint finally cured, I was able to cut out the front access door.

Close up of the door and clasp

Plenty of room to store stuff in here!

That just about wraps up the interior for now – I have the wall paper border ready to go to hide the front and rear seams - it turned out real well. I still have some wiring to do, but its all hidden so I will not bore you will that – pretty much plug – n- play stuff. The next step is to finish the exterior

[2bits]

Wow!~ You are pretty incredible!

How did you attach your rope trim tho? I have a similar quarter round trim in the same location on mine and I just cut it 1/4" too long and forced it in place, there is no adhesive holding mine. I tried a couple of methods with no luck so I just jammed it in there and it stayed! LOL So I am wondering what you did.

Great job all around on the interior though!

[starleen2]

How did you attach your rope trim tho? I have a similar quarter round trim in the same location on mine and I just cut it 1/4" too long and forced it in place, there is no adhesive holding mine. I tried a couple of methods with no luck so I just jammed it in there and it stayed! LOL So I am wondering what you did.

Thomas, I used Brads and glue to affix the rope trim. The same technique worked on the ladybug

Windows are in (at least temporary)



Installed Front border to hide seam

Spent so time doing a step. The Mrs is kinda short , so she asked for a step – so here it is. She helped build it to her spec. She also had the idea of making it like this

So that it Doubles as a storage container on the go

The interior is done as far as construction is concerned – decorating is another matter that the Mrs. will take of. I need to take a break for a few days – then start on the exterior

[mezmo]

Hi starleen2,

Nice new project and great progress!

I wanted to suggest something for your new box step.

Based on past experience with a similar step: I'd recommend
you add a couple of 1x3 'runners' on each end and have them stick
out 3-6" beyond the boxbottom [They would be placed perpendicular to
the long dimension.] on each side on each end.

Unless you step squarely on the step it'll have a tendency to roll.

These 'runners' will give it a deeper base and help stop any tendency
to roll.

If you place the runners on the bottom the extra height will also help to
keep the plywood edges out of any water/dampness too. If you don't
want to raise the height anymore, then just screw them to the ends
flush with the bottom - this would also have the effect of giving you
handles at each end, much much easier to lift with than grabbing the ends
between your thumb and fingers to lift it.

This small modification could help prevent any falls or turned ankles etc..

Cheers,
Norm/mezmo

[2bits]

I was also pondering the step (whoda thunk it) that you could make the bottom into the top, and put a flip open lid on it, so you wouldn't need to unload it to use it. Maybe use it for shoes, water balloons, or something?

Thanks for the info on the trim, I tried hand nailing in some brads, but it kept splitting, probably need to use smaller ones. Thanks!

[Rlowell]

All I can say "Speedy" is AMAZING!!
Having the proper tools always helps...Talent is more important...you have that to spare. My first build is coming along slowly.
Rod

[starleen2]

Well , this will close out the year - I’ll resume at the end of next month. December was a busy work month for me with the holidays and end of the year reports – I’m not as far along as I want to be. There are just a few things left – but they will have to wait until mid January. However, I do plan on having the build finished by March – maybe even February! Gonna take a short hiatus; attend to some classes for the Jan. term – then resume with the same fervor as when I started. This will give me some mental time to think out the exterior and finishing touches

[Rlowell]

Well , this will close out the year - I’ll resume at the end of next month. December was a busy work month for me with the holidays and end of the year reports – I’m not as far along as I want to be. There are just a few things left – but they will have to wait until mid January. However, I do plan on having the build finished by March – maybe even February! Gonna take a short hiatus; attend to some classes for the Jan. term – then resume with the same fervor as when I started. This will give me some mental time to think out the exterior and finishing touches

Happy New Year!
Rod

[YuGun]

[starleen2]

Finally I can resume construction on the camper – the month long hiatus proved to be fruitful as I was able to ponder the next steps while waiting for some warmer temps. I finally installed the last of the spars and the side blocks – so now I can insulate and apply the exterior ply. Spent a little while this morning completing the wiring harness for the taillights and side markers. Mattresses are on order and should be in soon. Each step is another check mark in the done column.

[Rlowell]

Looking good. I have those little interludes as well. Money, planning, etc.

Your builds always come out great. Keep up the good work.
Rod