Galley hatch styles

[scotty_pac]

So far I've noticed two types of galley hatches. The type Camp Inn has which is shorter and comes down about half way. This type doesn't allow room for drawers and you need to access the compartment by reaching in from above.

The other types which most other teardrops have goes all the way down and allow for pull out drawers or a space for a cooler or frig.

What are the main advantages and disadvantages of the two types? It looks like the Camp Inn style one allows for more leg room in the cabin. Can anyone confirm if this is correct? While the other style allows for more storage in the kitchen, but less leg room in the cabin?

[absolutsnwbrdr]

Sounds like you've got it figured out. There's trade-offs for each design, so like most things it comes down to a personal preference. My tow vehicle is a sedan, so cargo space in the teardrop is an advantage. If I drove a pickup truck then the storage space in the trailer might not be as important.

[scotty_pac]

Slow, is your design sort of like a Safari Condo Alto Teardrop?

[bobhenry]

You had me scratchin' my head for a second.....

http://www.tinyhousetalk.com/alto-safari-condo-is-a-high-tech-and-lightweight-teardrop-trailer/

[DMcCam]

Hi Scotty, Another thing to consider when figuring your hatch or galley style is the overall configuration; 4'x8'x4, 4'x10'x4.5", 4'x8'x5' etc. I think everyone's goal is to get the best use of space for every area of the teardrop for the way you camp. For us, we decided on the 4'x10'x4.5' configuration. The 10' length and 4.5' width gave us a full extra long mattress (queen length) and the storage we wanted in the galley. The full hatch made the most ergonomic sense for our camping needs. We prefer drawers to the CampInn bin galley design. It all depends on what works for you.

All the best,

Dave

[LarryJ]

You had me scratchin' my head for a second.....

http://www.tinyhousetalk.com/alto-safari-condo-is-a-high-tech-and-lightweight-teardrop-trailer/

OT, but I like the awnings they have here:

http://www.tinyhousetalk.com/unique-teardrop-tiny-houses/

[Lgboro]

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And some don't have a galley..........

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[scotty_pac]

Bob, thanks for the link. I knew I was missing something

D- I also like the full hatch that allows for drawers. Seems like a more complete and functional kitchen.

[Ptomaine]

We doon need no steeking hatches!


Barn doors for me.

[scotty_pac]

And I thought there were only two types

[Roly Nelson]

Years ago, when teardrops were stil being developed, it seems that the hatch lid was fairly long and sloped way back, all the way to the old style car bumper. I feel that when your shins are touching the bumper in this style of rig, you can't reach the salt and pepper shakers on the condiment shelf. A Benroy style, has a more vertical hatch lid which allows storage cabinets to be located way back to the rear. I built mine with this in mind, and prefer to store my pots and pans under the galley shelf, which also allows for some drawers and cabinet storage above the galley shelf. It's all up to you, to decide which way you want to go. The first time I saw a Camp-Inn, it made me want to go and throw rocks at my mickey mouse, brush-varnished, home-made little teardrop trailer. Nevertheless, I use it as often as I can, and it gets me out of this empty, 4 bedroom house and meeting new friends at the campground. Actually, it has changed my life! Long live teardrop trailers.....enjoy.
Roly ~~

[scotty_pac]

Words well spoken Roly. I'm from So. Cal. also. Haven't got the teardrop yet, but in the meantime any nice camping spots you would recommend?

[bobhenry]

Something I learned while building my chuckwagon was how to extend the hatch height on the square butted profiles. If you notice the hinge point was extended forward and the hatch is almost ell shaped as it raises it gives an additional 20 some inches to the head height. This was important as the little trailer has 4 foot sides making it only about 5 foot four inches ground to roof. That extra height makes the hatch more user friendly and a bit over 7' clear height.

[suckerpunched]

I totally agree with Roly,,,,,,whatever ya got,,,use it,,,,,I have been camping more times in the past two seasons than the past five years,,,,,,the galley is very functional but simple,,,,has storage,,,place to cook and make coffee,,,don't need too much else.....

[Roo Dog]

I think the duration of your wanders affects the design some.

Our galley and Teardrop overall was designed around a couple of nights away, three at best. We have limited stowage and gear as a result. No cupboards inside. Just hooks that hold soft bags with our gear in them. Makes for a very open interior.The stowage under the galley deck is more than adequate for our needs.

Our plot was to make it as simple and as minimal as possible but still comfortable. So far so good though we are changing a few things as we build up experience with the Teardrop.

Take it easy.

RD