#4 Pics Finally a new camera

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#4 Pics Finally a new camera

Postby Bodyman » Tue Jan 12, 2010 6:37 pm

Finally got a new camera. Thought I had better post some pictures although I am almost finished building.
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This is my fourth attempt at building a teardrop. I don't think I will ever be completly happy with what I have built. With each one I expect to do better but always run into a different set of problems.
.While this is the same profile and basic cabinet layout as my previous builds, it is lighter, has two doors and is sealed much better before skinning.
For the most part I am satisfied with this one but will find it hard to part with my "Boar's Nest" I know one of them will have to go


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Postby sid » Tue Jan 12, 2010 7:12 pm

:applause: :applause:

VERY nice.... looks like you have this down pat now... nice attention to detail.

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Postby shortgmanp » Tue Jan 12, 2010 7:54 pm

I think it looks really good.
I am a workaholic that loves a good challenge. It will also give my dad and me a good project to work on together. I plan on putting several miles on this teardrop, so I want to build it right.
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Postby corncountry » Tue Jan 12, 2010 9:04 pm

LOOKING GOOD..... Is it 4 or 5 foot wide?

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Postby Bodyman » Wed Jan 13, 2010 8:21 am

Thanks everyone
Sid Detail when working with wood is not my strong point, but did what i could, It is a homebuilt after all :D
Jim It is a 5x8 Sleeping area is 58 1/2"x 74" Lots of cabinet space.
Are you making any progress on yours? I hope we can cross paths sometime this summer. Not many gatherings close by but you are always welcome at my campground. I usually have a couple mini gatherings per summer and spend alot of time there myself.
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Postby CAJUN LADY » Wed Jan 13, 2010 8:57 am

Very nice work Randy. I really like your galley! :thumbsup:
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Postby kludge » Wed Jan 13, 2010 10:03 am

What is the skin?
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Postby Bodyman » Wed Jan 13, 2010 11:03 am

Sides are smooth FRP. Painted white with automotive clear coat. Ordered from small local lumber yard.
Roof is TPO commercial roofing from local roofing contractor
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Postby corncountry » Wed Jan 13, 2010 11:13 am

Randy,
Thanks for the invite. Shoot me a PM when you have something going on at your campground. We would like to meet you and check out your TD.
My second build is on hold until I can get to St. Louis to get the aluminum sheets, can't find any 5' wide any closer, also waiting for warmer weather.
Looks like you do real quality work.

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