scotty "build" 1973, basket case,,, I WILL WIN !!!

[S. Heisley]

Chip wrote:

I just hope it comes together like I want it and wont be shunned in the campground

Chip:
People here will help you, cheer you and give you a pat on the back every step of the way, all the way to the end and even in the campground. What matters is that you are doing it and it is your own accomplishment.

[starleen2]

,,,, I just hope it comes together like I want it and wont be shunned in the campground,,, I could always sneak in after dark and suprise em first thing in the morning,,,

The ones that shunn you are the ones you really didn't want to know anyways

[Chip]

just thought ya would like to see the remains of a 73 Scotty before they are commited to fire,,,, this is all of the wood that was left on the frame,,, I did get the wheel well covers even though they are a bit rusty in spots and have an abnormal bend or two in them,,, I guess the old saying of beauty being in the eye of the beholder is true,,,, either that or I GOTTA quit drankin pickel juice note the camper top just happened to be close by when the wood was pulled off ,,, it was not with the Scotty,,, the pic is of the bottom of the floor looking from the foot well towards the rear,,,



chipper

[robertaw]

just thought ya would like to see the remains of a 73 Scotty before they are commited to fire,,,,

That stuff looks like it's already been on fire!

Your rebuild looks great so far! I love a complete rebuid like that because you know you got all the mold out! The thought of something lurking behind leaky old walls just creeps me out.

Keep the pics coming.... it's inspriational!

[Ageless]

Solid wood? I had to sweep up most of the floor when I tore the 68 Kit down

[Chip]

well its been awhile for an update and its hard to ask for pics if I dont put up too sooo here are some of current progress,,, I hope yall can get an idea and can visualize whats going on here,,,,,



This pic is from the front driverside facing towards the rear ,,, door on left,,,, the piece going across the top and down the side is a divider and bulkhead between the bed ared and the front area,,



this pic is from the front facing rear along the drivers side,,,, ya can see the bulkhead,, the start of the galley cabinet,,, some of the bed framing behind the bulkhead,,,,

I know its still rough looking but even though slow its starting to take shape,,,, the bulkhead is gonna serve as a main wiring trace and a mounting point for lights for sleeping area and front area plus strengthen up the side walls,,,

I hope all this pile of lumber sorta makes sence,,,

chipper

[S. Heisley]

OHHHH! It looks like a brand new build, not a re-build! It also looks like you're doing a good job, Chip. Thanks for sharing the pics.

[robertaw]

It looks great Chipperoo!!!


I wish my rebuild was making this much progress! Hopefully it will be soon!

[TheresaD]

Lookin good Chip! I'm waaaayy behind you at this point on mine although it's not going to be a total teardown (I hope). I hope once I get some momentum going I can make as much progress as you are. Just wonderin though..... Where ya gonna put the pole?????

[Chip]

Heck da "POLE" has to be located center stage just in front of the VIP seating area,,,

[Chip]

dont look like it but I been busy,,,, so here is an updated pic to quiet the pic gobblins,,,,,,,,,



chipper

[Alfred]

dont look like it but I been busy,,,

chipper

Hey Chip,

Wow! That looks great!

AL in Asheville

[S. Heisley]

I see more work on the cabinets (Looking good!) work on the ceiling and work on the walls. Yup! You've been busy. If you're like me, you sit or stand and second guess yourself, kind of "chewing on the view" each time you make a move.

[Chip]

Sharon,, the "pondering" time sure takes up more than glueing and screwing time does,,,, but I have learned if ya not thinking 5 steps ahead ya end up tearing out step 4 so step 5 will fit,,, sooooo,,, measure 3 times,, cut once and think about it for a while,,,,

thanks fer the cuddo's

chipper (sittin and ponderin)

[dandan]

Hello Chip,

im enjoying seeing you breathing life into the old gal.

restoration work (as much as possible) allways feels good.

looking forward to next up-dates.
best rgds dan.