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06-28-2021, 07:00 AM
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3 Rivet Member 
2021 27' International
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 239
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New Carport for Airstream
We are building a new carport for our Airstream and two vehicles for sun and hail protection. We seem to have quite a bit of both in Central Texas.
I am installing a 50 amp breaker, water and plumbing to our septic tank so we can keep the AS hooked up while we are here. We live in a historical tourist town and have a lot of friends visit frequently and would love to say in an Airstream.
The structure is steel beamed and will have a stained cedar board finish. On the Airstream side I have provide a pull through for easy parking. We also intend to use it as a party barn and the airstream will function as the bar.
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06-28-2021, 07:54 AM
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Rivet Master 
1994 30' Excella
alexandria
, Kentucky
Join Date: Aug 2004
Posts: 2,321
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Looking forward to the completed pictures. Looks extremely sturdy!
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1994 Classic 30'11" Excella - rear twin
2009 Dodge 2500, 6 Speed Auto, CTD, Quad Cab, Short Bed
Hensley Arrow hitch with adjustable stinger
WBCCI # 3072
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06-28-2021, 08:54 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 17' Caravel
1972 21' Globetrotter
SW
, Missouri
Join Date: Aug 2020
Posts: 701
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When will it be done?
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06-28-2021, 11:37 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 27' International
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 239
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Peter417
When will it be done?
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Hopefully in a couple weeks.
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06-28-2021, 12:16 PM
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Half a Rivet Short
2017 30' Classic
2022 Interstate 24X
Carlisle
, Pennsylvania
Join Date: May 2017
Posts: 15,736
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Hi
Indeed, very nice !!!
A couple of thoughts:
1) Is 50A enough for *all* the loads in the barn? ( Lighting, vent fans, fridge, freezer, workshop, air compressor ......)
2) Indoor plumbing? ( as in a *very* simple area with a toilet and sink )
3) How tall are the doors? ( there are vehicles that get up to the 13' sort of range)
Yes, this could go on and on. It always will when spending somebody else's money 
Bob
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06-28-2021, 02:43 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 27' International
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 239
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Quote:
Originally Posted by uncle_bob
Hi
Indeed, very nice !!!
A couple of thoughts:
1) Is 50A enough for *all* the loads in the barn? ( Lighting, vent fans, fridge, freezer, workshop, air compressor ......)
2) Indoor plumbing? ( as in a *very* simple area with a toilet and sink )
3) How tall are the doors? ( there are vehicles that get up to the 13' sort of range)
Yes, this could go on and on. It always will when spending somebody else's money
Bob |
Great ideas you have brought up. Actually we have a large finished out barn that we keep all our equipment ( and beer) in as well as a full size workshop. This is going to be a carport only. I am installing a fuse box with plenty of power for the AS, lights, Big Ass Fan and such. Plumbing brought in will be for hose connections and septic line for the AS.
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06-28-2021, 03:44 PM
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Site Team
2009 25' FB International
2018 27' Globetrotter
Tavares
, Florida
Join Date: Mar 2014
Posts: 3,722
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Very nice! What is the overall size?
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06-28-2021, 06:38 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 27' International
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 239
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Latest pics(today).
Size is 30' x 36' with highest roof measurement at 14.5' and lowest at 9.5'.
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06-28-2021, 06:49 PM
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Rivet Master
2018 30' Flying Cloud
Springfield
, Ohio
Join Date: Jun 2020
Posts: 569
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Looks like it can withstand whatever the weather can throw at it. Very nice!
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06-28-2021, 06:53 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 27' International
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 239
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Hans627
Very nice! What is the overall size?
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The footprint is 30' x 36'. High side (ceiling) is 14.5' and low side is 9.5'.
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06-28-2021, 07:14 PM
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Rivet Master
2019 25' International
Providence
, Senior Electrical Engineer
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 1,144
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Will the tank chemicals mess with the septic system itself? I thought RV chemicals should not be put in a leech field or septic system?
Just curious.
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06-28-2021, 08:12 PM
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Rivet Master
1986 31' Sovereign
Miami
, Florida
Join Date: Feb 2004
Posts: 3,137
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kittmaster
Will the tank chemicals mess with the septic system itself? I thought RV chemicals should not be put in a leech field or septic system?
Just curious.
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No reason to use tank chemicals — most of us don’t. If you do, Happy Camper and Pure Power are harmless to septic systems.
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Young, lovely bride
Dismissive cat
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06-28-2021, 08:15 PM
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3 Rivet Member
2021 27' International
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 239
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Quote:
Originally Posted by n2916s
No reason to use tank chemicals — most of us don’t. If you do, Happy Camper and Pure Power are harmless to septic systems.
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Great point.
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06-28-2021, 09:03 PM
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Rivet Master
2013 31' Classic
billings
, Montana
Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 3,577
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kittmaster
Will the tank chemicals mess with the septic system itself? I thought RV chemicals should not be put in a leech field or septic system?
Just curious.
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I haven’t seen any that weren’t bio- degradable 
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06-28-2021, 09:30 PM
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Rivet Master
1966 22' Safari
1955 22' Flying Cloud
Fredericksburg
, Texas
Join Date: May 2015
Posts: 2,954
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Looks like a well thought out structure. The way the weather has been in Central Texas lately, a nice covered storage sure gives you peace of mind. Looks great.
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06-29-2021, 09:43 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 25' International
West Lake Hills
, Texas
Join Date: Dec 2020
Posts: 1,641
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I’m suffering from a severe case of jealousy. May have to buy a farm so I have a place to build that Air-port.
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06-29-2021, 10:20 AM
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1 Rivet Member 
Currently Looking...
2017 Interstate Grand Tour Ext
El Paso
, TX
Join Date: Jul 2020
Posts: 17
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What was the approximate cost of this structure?
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06-29-2021, 10:30 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 30' Flying Cloud
2008 23' International
Keremeos
, British Columbia
Join Date: Jul 2008
Posts: 845
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This is great! We'll be watching your progress.
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2017 30' FC | 2002 Chinook Destiny | 2008 23' Int. CCD (written off: hail!)
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06-29-2021, 11:11 AM
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2 Rivet Member 
2012 25' Flying Cloud
2001 19' Bambi
Fresno
, California
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 51
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This looks amazing, love your plan!! I'm going to need your address....LOL!
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06-29-2021, 11:45 AM
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Rivet Master
2019 27' International
Rogers
, Arkansas
Join Date: Aug 2019
Posts: 747
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This might be the best looking "car port" I've ever seen. Even better once you get the AS in and party going around it. I m sure your visiting friends will love the accommodations.
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