Lawnjockies Build

[Lawnjockey]

Thank you. Above is the extended trailer getting decked in my messy shop.

Below is the ATV trailer I started the project with:



If this works I will post a bunch more later.

Jocko

[Lawnjockey]

Here are some more pics:

Atv trailer sans deck:




The bad weld:



Bad weld giving way during cutting:



Starting to put it back together:



Alligning the forward extension:



Profile template and checking the layout:



STINKY (don't ask) the cat checks the layout:



Aside from learning how to post pictures today, I bolted the deck down and purchased the plywood for the sides and top.

Jocko

[Lawnjockey]

I got some more work done today:

Cutting sides:




Cleaning up the edge with belt sander:




Cutting the door:



Installing side cleats:



Sides and spars installed:







It's Miller time.

Jocko

[S. Heisley]

You're moving right along!

What are the dimensions of your teardrop? Will you have any kind of chuck box or galley or will you make meals on the picnic table in the campground?

[Lawnjockey]

It is small but I just wanted something for the dog and I to sleep in:



As you can see, Casper has higher standards than I do. I still have to figure out secure storage for the doggy bon bons.

The trailer is 4' x 7' 8". I wanted something that is no wider than the Jeep that I can navigate narrow arroyos with.

I didn't do the traditional galley because if it is nice enough to cook outside then I'll cook outside. If it isn't then I want all the space possible in a small package. I am still thinking about a mini wood stove but I will also have a portable stove for my morning coffee.

I only have about 4 weeks until my next road trip so I gotta get it done.

Jocko

[S. Heisley]

Love the dog bed!

Good luck on your build!

[Lawnjockey]

Casper is very particular and can be outright demanding at times. What he sees in me I don't know. Gotta go, he is looking at me and I am sure he knows I'm talking about him.

Jocko

[Lawnjockey]

I only had a couple of hours to work on the TD today so I installed the first layer of 1/4 ply for the top:






So I am starting to get an idea how this thing is going to look.

Weight wise it is still easy to lift off the jack stand and put on the dolly so I think I am doing fine there.

Did anyone else think it was cold today? I may have to put a heat lamp inside the TD to get the adhesive to set for laminating the second layer on the top.

Jocko

[Lawnjockey]

Sorry about that, I intended the second picture to be the following:



Jocko

[Lawnjockey]

It was so cold I found excuses to do just about anything but work on the TD. I finally got of my behind and installed the second 1/4" roof layer. I was climbing around on to setting screws, the TD is stronger than the proverbial brick restroom.

Second layer installed, joint staggered so as to avoid a kink:



I was glad to get to the end:



I set a heat lamp inside and covered the door with a tarp so that the adhesive would kick, it is really really cold:




This week end I'll trim, bondo, and seal.

Jocko

[Lawnjockey]

I put in a few hours today, the weather is still wet and cold so I worked inside. I built and installed an oak gun rack (this is a hunting rig and man cave), I cut plugs and plugged the screws in the cleat, and I got one of the uprights in for the door jamb. Actually it is a 1 x 4 oak door stop. It goes floor to ceiling so the layout was tricky due to the curve and a spar. Not much but a step in the right direction.

Jocko

[Alfred]

Looks great, Jocko! - And you're really coming along with it, too.

AL in Asheville

[Lawnjockey]

I got some time this afternoon so I did a bunch of small stuff.

I finished installing an oak door stop:




I trimmed the roof edge using the minigrinder with a #80 sanding disk. Very fast and neat. I then sanded the entire exterior using a DA sander. Then, my favorite part, first coat of Bondo:






Then I sanded the floor and gave it a coat of varnish. I wanted to get a few coats on it so I am not grinding fecal material into it as I work.





I will be varnishing the rest of the interior trim later, for now it is about protecting the floor.

I am thinking about installing a 1 1/2" curb around my cot to stop it from sliding around. I may do that tomorrow as well as sanding the bondo and doing a second bondo coat. I located my aluminum today but my trim won't be here until next week. I am thinking about using the time to finish the interior with some book shelves and the wood stove. On the wood stove I will probably just make one up rather than wait to get my old tiny tot from my brother.

Jocko

[chorizon]

Wow...that looks freakin' awesome. You are doing some excellent work and fast!

Concerning Bondo application in confined areas, Towelie was wondering if he could help...

[S. Heisley]

Lookin' good, Jocko.

Is the wood stove for the tear or the shop?