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Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 07-05-2023, 01:53 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
slowly...

I picked up the cushions from the upholstery shop, they did a great job but I might test out different bolster materials to get something less firm for the back rests. Next up is either curtains or...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-27-2022, 06:35 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
It's been fun when people are standing right next...

It's been fun when people are standing right next to it asking if it's noisy.... um no, it's running now.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-27-2022, 06:13 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Hi Colorado, I installed a horizontal under body...

Hi Colorado, I installed a horizontal under body mount tank designed for a VW camper van between the frame rails, it's pretty much the only one 6" in diameter. I used a remote fill and purge line...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-25-2022, 07:03 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Progress...

Time for a biannual update. So little progress, this whole work deal really bites into project time. Still, some stuff taken off the list:
-eyebrow over door-within-a-door
-water heater door...
Forum: 1970 - 1978 Globetrotter 05-13-2022, 06:30 AM
Replies: 1,027
Views: 373,992
Posted By truckasaurus
I saw that a lot of experimental /home made plane...

I saw that a lot of experimental /home made plane builders were using a particular Sherwin Williams spackle in the pop rivet head holes; it seemed like an awful idea but for my project at least has...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-06-2022, 06:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,429
Posted By truckasaurus
I have one on order due in about a month so I've...

I have one on order due in about a month so I've been reading up on HDrams.com. There are a few threads there where owners have completed exactly what you are asking for. Side note there are several...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 03-20-2022, 07:14 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Drawers

Well, I actually completed something. All the galley drawers and doors are in. It was a bit difficult getting the hardware but now all the drawers are full extension, soft close with 1/4 turn thumb...
Forum: Sinks, Showers & Toilets 03-12-2022, 06:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 598
Posted By truckasaurus
I'd go straight to fiberglass, either a solid...

I'd go straight to fiberglass, either a solid repair or use the original as a form to make a mold to make a new tub.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 01-22-2022, 09:09 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Thanks, so far I really like it. I'll add a link...

Thanks, so far I really like it. I'll add a link but it's a TrueInduction Ti 1-2b; 1 induction plate and 2 LP burners. I hadn't realized when I bought it but the induction side is just a regular...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 12-04-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Drawer furniture

The drawer boxes arrived on a semi yesterday which was a nice surprise so I made a mock up drawer front for the hardware. 3/8" baltic ply fronts with a round over profile. I'm using soft close slides...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-29-2021, 08:11 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 20,323
Posted By truckasaurus
I used the AC2 output on my Multi via a fused box...

I used the AC2 output on my Multi via a fused box to power the air conditioner. I wanted to be able to leave the AC or heat running whilst on shore power and go away with the knowledge that if the...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-24-2021, 04:57 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Thanks Harold; my design philosophy is "how could...

Thanks Harold; my design philosophy is "how could I make this more difficult and then decide it's a good idea".

Today I finished up the front cubbies, added some piano hinge to some storage areas...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-23-2021, 11:03 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
death router

I'm nearly out of the 1500 1 1/4" Kreg screws I bought!

Pretty good progress over the weekend. I have ready for prep a bedside cabinet, a headboard with storage, a bedside filler counter with shoe...
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 11-21-2021, 03:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,997
Posted By truckasaurus
If it doesn't come of with xylene or MEK it may...

If it doesn't come of with xylene or MEK it may as well stay, that said I like a clean slate too.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 11-09-2021, 08:08 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Baptism by rain

It was time for a long weekend run down to Savannah but we didn't get the weather I was hoping for. It rained, it was cold, it rained more, occasionally interrupted by gale warnings on the weather...
Forum: Electrical - Systems, Generators, Batteries & Solar 11-03-2021, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 799
Posted By truckasaurus
I'd do it there as I don't think the emergency...

I'd do it there as I don't think the emergency brakes work when disconnected from the truck in a no battery situation.
Forum: Water Heaters, Filters & Pumps 10-28-2021, 11:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,078
Posted By truckasaurus
I did....

I did. https://www.airforums.com/forums/f36/super-sized-sixty-sovereign-84829-5.html#post2474013

I just wired the switch up this week and got it running. 18 minutes or so to a completed heat up...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-25-2021, 10:57 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Lit

Day 2 on the water heater paid off. A satisfying roar for 18 minutes and we have hot water. Even reinstalling the bluetooth Mopeka LPG sensor worked; I substituted some electrical gel I had on hand...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-24-2021, 08:39 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Weigh in

We got the cabinets and marmoleum countertop in which let us install the sink, faucet, fridge, cooktop and some outlets. I like the pop up outlet the most with its damped action and the chrome fits...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-14-2021, 07:56 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,592
Posted By truckasaurus
Noticed and disliked.

Noticed and disliked.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-13-2021, 01:55 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Here's a shot of my grey tank vent experiment;...

Here's a shot of my grey tank vent experiment; both tanks have a vent, coming in from left and right in the pic, they join up above sink drain level then off down through the belly. I have three...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 10-04-2021, 01:55 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Cabinet stuff

Time for a fall update. I've built the kitchen and mid coach cabinets at last. I went with face frame construction sitting on a framed plinth to get a small toe kick. The frames have 4" radius...
Forum: Tires 09-18-2021, 07:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,857
Posted By truckasaurus
I tried a variety of tires over the years on my...

I tried a variety of tires over the years on my first Tundra (2007) and didn't like the E rated tires much.
Forum: Our Community 09-10-2021, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8,050
Views: 1,964,985
Posted By truckasaurus
That Rogue step looks to be just what I've been...

That Rogue step looks to be just what I've been looking for!
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 09-01-2021, 01:47 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Power & Water!

Moving on from electronics I installed all of the Pex A line and expansion fittings with a manual expander. I had thought that the cumbersome tool would cause some problems but with a bit of...
Forum: 1959-69 Tradewind 08-23-2021, 04:05 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 37,643
Posted By truckasaurus
They look great! What's your painting plan? (I'm...

They look great! What's your painting plan? (I'm about to break out the Kreg jig and make the frames for mine).
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 08-13-2021, 02:36 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 30,075
Posted By truckasaurus
Interested too, I have 4 of those Mia’s waiting...

Interested too, I have 4 of those Mia’s waiting to go on
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-12-2021, 08:24 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Back to school update

I got the retro Marmoleum tile down and started the lounge furniture. I have the fresh tank under the front window and the couch slats are removable to access the tank hatch for cleaning. The side...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 07-21-2021, 04:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 747
Posted By truckasaurus
Snap a line down the centre (butt line) call it...

Snap a line down the centre (butt line) call it 0" at the front outside skin and work your way back in inches. Imagine the interior skins removed as one and laid out like a bear skin rug, draw this...
Forum: Windows & Screens 07-14-2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By truckasaurus
Yup. It's not particularly difficult. I moved one...

Yup. It's not particularly difficult. I moved one from the rear to the front on my current trailer. I replace all the skin, exterior and interior so I didn't have to make any patches. I would mention...
Forum: Upholstery, Blinds, Walls & Interior Finishes 06-29-2021, 07:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,003
Posted By truckasaurus
$5000 seems like a huge number for skins, have...

$5000 seems like a huge number for skins, have you considered 5052 H32 in .032”? Excluding end caps the max needed would be 12 sheets at worst case $140 ish for 4x12’s, most likely a lot less.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 06-26-2021, 08:59 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Paint

I got around to skinning the bathroom walls inside and out and painted the entire trailer interior with acrylic enamel in Alabaster from Sherwin Williams. It definitely feels good to finally instal...
Forum: 1965 - 1969 Overlander 06-22-2021, 05:23 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,869
Posted By truckasaurus
Great progress! I just bought all the bits for my...

Great progress! I just bought all the bits for my Sovereigns electrical system. I went with 300 Ah of LiPo4 so half your planned amount, just 200W of CIGS solar panels for a very stealth install and...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 06-20-2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,487
Posted By truckasaurus
That's one I've not seen before, it looks amazing!

That's one I've not seen before, it looks amazing!
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-19-2021, 06:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 866
Posted By truckasaurus
Not exactly a brilliant suggestion, and nothing...

Not exactly a brilliant suggestion, and nothing new, but when I installed a deadbolt on my 60 I put the deadbolt mechanism in the wall. With the bolt in the retracted position it just clears the door...
Forum: General Repair Forum 06-01-2021, 04:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,537
Posted By truckasaurus
#4

The thicker line in my lineset was still only 3/8" but 1 1/2" with insulation jacket. I agonized over how and where to install each component and there's a few elements to think through.

The...
Forum: Ribs, Skins & Rivets 05-29-2021, 06:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,922
Posted By truckasaurus
Yup seems typical. They're spliced together on my...

Yup seems typical. They're spliced together on my 60 which would help though. I would for sure replace all olympic rivets too.
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-28-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Good question. I started to build it with the...

Good question. I started to build it with the intention that like the original build everything could be brought in through the door and removed relatively simply but it just become hugely...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-28-2021, 01:03 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Taking shape

The bathroom is starting to form. I primed the aluminum with zinc phosphate and then coated the whole deal with white smooth Durabak. The faucet and tub drain all went it OK and I got to use my new...
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-13-2021, 07:30 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 30,075
Posted By truckasaurus
They're on amazon, however I contacted Miasole...

They're on amazon, however I contacted Miasole and these are velcro backed rather than adhesive which is less appealing.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-12-2021, 03:14 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 30,075
Posted By truckasaurus
I have watched that one, he has another one here...

I have watched that one, he has another one here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cvo6y1fg_y4 talking about the CIGS panels, it's pretty convincing stuff, starts on CIGS at 1:32.
Forum: Generators & Solar Power 05-12-2021, 02:21 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 30,075
Posted By truckasaurus
I'm loving the Miasole CIGS panels! I found 50...

I'm loving the Miasole CIGS panels! I found 50 watt panels and could run 4 down the centre of my trailer roof inline between the vents which I think would look good. Just wondering if combining them...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-06-2021, 09:52 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
MTD, I use the laser to just project 2 plumb...

MTD, I use the laser to just project 2 plumb points up and down so as long as the trailer is level in both axis the mark on the floor matches a mark on the ceiling, mine doesn't measure too but I'd...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-06-2021, 07:21 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
I can't remember how thick the wheel wells are...

I can't remember how thick the wheel wells are either but it was at least one gauge up from stock. I think a shredded tire would probably destroy pretty much any sheet material and it's something I...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-04-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Thank you :-) This morning I installed an...

Thank you :-)

This morning I installed an aluminum pizza dish and I'm kind of liking it. It reminds me of the highly sought after continental spare tire covers. It's a bit fingerprinty but I'm...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 05-02-2021, 04:46 PM
Replies: 275
Views: 86,553
Posted By truckasaurus
Chillin

More bathroom work today. I framed in the foreword outside curved wall of the bathroom, it's curved which made the connection to the wall and ceiling tricky, the aluminum edge angle started of as a...
Forum: Windows, Doors, Locks & Vents 04-22-2021, 09:20 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,972
Posted By truckasaurus
I haven't tried it out since fitting the deadbolt...

I haven't tried it out since fitting the deadbolt in the wall but I used to be able to pop the hinge pins out and just lift the door off.
Forum: Interior Restoration Forum 04-16-2021, 10:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 733
Posted By truckasaurus
You might try airpartsinc.com but I've always...

You might try airpartsinc.com but I've always purchased 5052 H42 in sheet form, 2024 is def available in rolls up to 32' IIRC.
Forum: Floor Finishes 04-16-2021, 06:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,030
Posted By truckasaurus
The buyer of my cork floored trailer became a...

The buyer of my cork floored trailer became a great friend and they use it hard; full-time traveling the USA for a year and camping since then with kids and large hounds. The only signs of wear were...
Forum: 1977 Excella 500 04-05-2021, 04:13 PM
Replies: 335
Views: 61,469
Posted By truckasaurus
Lookin good

Lookin good
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