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Machinery, Trailers, Toyhaulers and Motorhomes => Trailers, Toyhaulers and Motorhomes => Topic started by: Yummi on August 31, 2011, 07:32:39 PM
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While back I was looking for an enclosed trailer. Well, that did not go well, so I ordered a bare bones one. "Look" 20' semi V nose in charcoal to match the truck. Got the call it is done, so now I have a new project for the weekend.
Questions: While it is new should I finish the floor? If so with what? Was thinking about a full height steel cabinet from Home Depot or Lowe's. Any suggestions to make it more user friendly? I have fuel can racks already, but the rest is open to suggestions.
Will have car in back and two 70's in front.
Thanks in advance.
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A/C ??
Awning ?
Wiring ?
Floor, if plywood, vinyl or just seal the wood for easy cleaning.
Side by side fridge w/ice & water in door, ;D
Nice mattress, for play, and for when you need a nap.
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1. Seal the floor. I would prime and paint with a garage floor style paint. I used Rustoelm Floor paint with the chips and sand in it for traction. Not the epoxy as I was advised against it at the store since I was on wood. DS did his in vinyl, he parked his car on rugs cause the tires left marks. I have since put diamond plate down where the tires of my rail run cause they left marks in the paint.
2. POWER, I did 50amp 220 (over kill). Figure one 15 amp line for ac/heat in the roof. Put a couple outlets on the out side. Also put tons of outlets on the inside. Even put a few in the cabinets as you can put a microwave up there.
3. Insulate the ceiling at the very least, I did all but the floor and have considered doing that.
4. Cabinets up top around the trailer to keep floor space open.
5. Little refrigerator, no need for coolers are at least fewer.
6. TV with a play station. Give you games and movies in case of rain or kids.
7. Awning the bigger the better. I would say a 19 footer would work on your trailer. They measure center of arm to arm.
8. Drop down table / bench from wall. Open floor for loading while traveling. Quick set up when eating etc.
9. On wall chair rack.
and the last on our top ten list
10. A TOILET! This way DS can come visit. ;D
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What did that set you back?
Didn't your Momma ever tell you it's rude to ask how much things cost?
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Didn't your Momma ever tell you it's rude to ask how much things cost?
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ff: ff:
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I would like to mention that I have 2 sheets of 4'X10' diamond plate that I would sell for $80 a sheet. I could bring them down to LS in October. It is thin stuff, but good for skin on the floor.
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it's the same stuff things like truck tool boxes are made from. Good stuff for floors and such.
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it's the same stuff things like truck tool boxes are made from. Good stuff for floors and such.
+1
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dune if a guy's going to all that trouble a bathroom is a must!! rofl
converting this into a camper is much much better than buying a camper!!
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dune if a guy's going to all that trouble a bathroom is a must!! rofl
converting this into a camper is much much better than buying a camper!!
DS did you not read the end of my first post!
I have not missed having one in mine! I like doing my buisness and being done with it. Not have to go dump it again! I would like a shower. IMO at 20ft that would take up to much floor space.
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Got it home. Went to hardware store. Some before pictures....
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What did that set you back?
Just a touch over 6k. Used ones are at $5,000 - $5,500 on the ask, so, I opted for new.
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Nice trailer. I am interested as I want to make some changes to my trailer down the road. Been looking for the bed that mounts with tracks on the side and slides up to store. No such luck.
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Nice trailer. I am interested as I want to make some changes to my trailer down the road. Been looking for the bed that mounts with tracks on the side and slides up to store. No such luck.
Happijac by Lippert. Here is a link to the catalog and the master website - out of Utah.
http://lci1.com/catalog/catalog.pdf (http://lci1.com/catalog/catalog.pdf)
http://lci1.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=103&Itemid=93 (http://lci1.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=103&Itemid=93)
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Well, that blew a weekend. Took far longer than I would have guessed. Ended up with 16' left over for a 14'6" car. Should be just fine.
First, the floor. Decided to use a non slip paint. First a primer. Wanted to do something to the inside walls - did not like the idea of unprotected wood. Opted for Thompson's water seal. Added some color to the walls and now I can hose it down. Then painted the floor with the non slip. Weird, like painting with a milk shake. Its is like a slurry. Works great and the reviews re: durability were good. Had some help, and that is the best way to get it done quickly.
Mounted some cabinets. The Husky Steel ones come in at 32#'s for the upper 28". Fair value but the whole damn thing comes in pieces Plan on 1.5 hours assembly time. Sucked ass in the heat. Also got a lower on for tools, etc.
Put the stuff in, arranged, rearranged and finally figured out the best use of space. Fuel racks, lawn chairs, spare tire, tools, helmets, etc, - its in there. The "V" nose makes it a bit more of a challenge.
Next weekend will install the front floor tie downs for the car and a solar battery tender for the car. Then it should be good to go.
Solar Battery Tender (http://"http://www.sunforceproducts.com/product_details.php?PRODUCT_ID=58")
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All's cool as an ice cube in the arctic but the Thompsons was a waste of money.Within 2 months in the heat inside the trailer and all the water repellent is gone,gone,gone.
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I'm with
stupid Fabr. Should'a sent me the $50 and I would'a sent you a 12 pk in change. Solvent based concret sealer would lasted forever and you'd got a free buzz in the trailer.
Trailer looks great and the no-slip floor pant nice. Nice install model!!
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Guess I will have to keep an eye on it. If it no longer works there is always another weekend.
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Any chance your bring that setup to OK next month???? Be great trip, we promise.
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Slight chance. I would really like to go. Trouble is I cant really figure out how to do that in a three day trip. Maybe drive for twelve, sleep, get there, run for a bit, then hit the road again....... So, really depends on the work flow.
We are going back into Vegas / south Nevada. We pulled out for a bit due to staffing issues. Till I can mange to get that area to a sustainable level, and find the right guy to do the work, I am the monkey who covers it from Phoenix. Lots of windshield time in my future. Just last week I was in Pahrump. Did not even see a whore house.
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Guess I will have to keep an eye on it. If it no longer works there is always another weekend.
Just let it dry thoroughly for a few months an add a coat of exterior polyurethane. Good to go then. Looks great as it is.
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Just need an air unit on top and the stripper pole.
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lookin good!
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Stuff to do while waiting for thanksgiving dinner.
Wanted to get the fuel out of the trailer. So, had a battery box and my fuel racks installed outside. There has been some discussion re: Fuel cans at Glamis not conforming to DOT, so near as I can figure red with the word "Gasoline" will conform. Still not CARB compliant, but $5.00 worth of red paint beats the heck out of $250.00 for new jugs. We will see. If I get heckled by the law; so be it.
With the racks out from inside, gave me a bit more floor space to allow access to fron lower cabinet without moving trikes.
With the new found 12 constant power I installed on board air compressor with tank.
http://www.viaircorp.com/OffRoad/20005.html (http://www.viaircorp.com/OffRoad/20005.html)
150 PSI Air Source Kits come with a powerful, 30% duty cycle, 280C VIAIR compressor mounted on a 150 PSI-rated 2.0 gallon air tank with 5 ports. All Air Source kits come with a pre-wired pressure switch (P/N 20005 / 110-150 PSI). The 150 PSI Air Source Kit comes complete with a 1/4" NPT brass drain cock, 1/4" NPT ASME coded and certified safety valve, 1/2" NPT port compression fitting for 3/8" air line pre-installed. To use, simply connect the pressure switch to fused power, make a solid ground and connect an air line to the compression fitting. The use of a 40-amp relay and an appropriately-rated fuse is strongly recommended to preserve the life of the pressure switch.
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Next up some additional lighting. Ran out of time today. Time to eat. Off to "G" for a few hours tomorrow.
Hope everybody had a good Thanksgiving.
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Well look's like all's left is the stripper pole. ;D ;D
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For the wenches!
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nice. should give ya some more room inside.
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Wow! Nice Setup!
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Just curious is to much sun on those cans of gas might be an issue?
But more-so what of thieves trying to pop a top off a can and siphon gas? Might make a cover overthe top of the cans snouts??
It DOES look like a nice sharp setup for sure.
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Just curious is to much sun on those cans of gas might be an issue?
But more-so what of thieves trying to pop a top off a can and siphon gas? Might make a cover overthe top of the cans snouts??
It DOES look like a nice sharp setup for sure.
No worries on the fuel. Cooler outside than inside the trailer. As to the theft? Ehh just as likely as any tank being siphoned. At a certain point it is what it is.
Wow! Nice Setup!
Thanks
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I think nutz was referring to the sun rotting the plastis cans if stored long term outside. Looking good.