A toyhauler cargo conversion

[pvangel]

My E-track pieces today,



Should fit flush to the tile,



So I had to figure out how the bikes would fit, 5 work on paper but I think 4 is it.







I think the angle setup was the best but have to check one more time,the insulation is my base cabinet mock up.



I have to see still what works best...

[pvangel]

In preparation for installing the roof vents I cut 2-1/2" plywood backer pieces so I have something to anchor the vent to.



I glued them in place so I can use as a guide and cut from the inside and the screws will anchor it permanently,







Weather dependent I will cut the roof open tomorrow.

[hankaye]

pvangel, Howdy;

I send some good thoughts your direction ....

hank

[pvangel]

Thanks Hank!
It was a beautiful day in NY for January, clear skies and 45deg. I'll take it because I got a ton done today.

It's always scary to cut a hole in a perfectly good roof, but I measured twice (more like 5 times) and cut once.



Lots of GE Silicone,should be water tight.



DONE! Black one is a regular vent and the white one is a fantastic fan.



I'm glad I'm past that.

[pvangel]

Moved on to windows, have to make hay when the suns shining.

I cut out temporary plywood templates out of the 14"x14" roof vent cutouts so I could mark the holes and then use as spacer blocks,



Had to use duct tape to protect the skin because I was out of blue tape...of course all the glue stuck to the metal when I pulled it off so I had to clean before setting the window.



In!



They are set to go between the base and upper cabinets.



Looks good!



Still waiting on the big window and ripped out most of the wiring I did because I am making the base cabinet smaller so i have to re do it plus I wasn't happy with what I had done.

[roadinspector]

Good progress. I was aprehensive before I cut my first hole too. Only one chance to get it right. Looks good!

Earnest

[H2Nut]

Great progress! Windows look good.

[Gonefishin]

Looks like masterful construction to me. And speedy too!

[hankaye]

pvangel, Howdy;

Nicccce! Looks like you almost had to much fun!

Question;
The top picture with the saw on the roof, Is it Wood with a rubber coating
thought on these kinds of trailers the roofs were metal. Am I missing
something???
Reason I ask is if the roof has a EPDM (?) rubber roof, silicone is NOT
compatiable. Dicor is the prefered sealant.

Just being courious...

hank

[pvangel]

Hank, It is a regular one piece metal roof, must just be the picture but thanks for watching out!

[pvangel]

It's a joy to get home and see a package at the front door!

The picture/escape window showed up today,(not sure who the old guy is in the reflection though?)





Of course the flange got bent, I assume in shipping.





Some pliers and an old sock so I didn't scratch it and good as new.(wait it was new?)



The garage is overflowing, have to start doing more but between work and winter...it ain't easy!

[pvangel]

I appreciate all of the great ideas and feedback I have gotten on this site, some great minds that seem to think like me? Thanks!
And I forgot to say in the beginning of my thread that I am a 53 yr old vintage mx (vintage body and bike) racer so use the trailer for daily rides as well as races throughout the Northeast. From Maryland to Massachusetts with stops in Penn.,NY,NJ,Ct.and West Virginia
Penn,



Conn.



NY,



Another track in Conn.



Mass.



NJ



My son and I in Md.



Ct.

[hankaye]

pvangel, Howdy;

Think I saw your plywood backing and that 16 tooth blade in the saw and
..... well ya'll know the rest.

I rode for many years, nut-in fancy just an old Hog... That track in Md. Is that
Budds Creek ??? I used to work for a contracter down in Lexington park, Md.
At the Test Pilot School, helo shop.

hank

[pvangel]

Yep, Budds Creek Md.!

[pvangel]

Ok, Back to work...

So if I get one of these,



Can I charge the rv battery off my truck battery while driving, I know I have to change my 4 prong flat plug to a 7 prong round to take power from my truck but is there a 12v input on one of these? I don't want to spend money on one if I just need to have a battery Tender hooked up to my EU1000 to keep it charged.

As I said, electrical is my weakness...