dascom Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Decided to try to build my own storage ---> front frame goes up --- then some side panels---> Build up back frame and tie it all together. ---> getting late, but got first roof panel up there. ---> Version 0.4 beta, probably need a front and back. May end up with a tarp, Hutch is very soon coming. Yamaha V-Star2007 Kenworth T2000 tandem aircutterThermoKing TriPack2003 Holiday Rambler 36' Presidentialshort trips-88 Allegro on Astro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HERO Maker Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Dave, that looks pretty nice! Are those prefabbed panels? It would be great to see it at the Rally. Rocky & Sheri Rhoades '01 Volvo 770 2016 DRV Mobile Suites, HoustonHERO Makers Ministry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dascom Posted August 29, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Yes Rocky, laminated alum on 3.5" Styrofoam and 1/2" plywood. Sure hated to give up 8" of deck space but am hoping to get better organized and keep stuff out of the weather. The roof panels are 6" but got a deal on a bunch of this so use what I have. Am keeping the total cost below $100 which is just welding rod and caulk. The back doors, whatever they will be, may smoke that pipe dream. . Yamaha V-Star2007 Kenworth T2000 tandem aircutterThermoKing TriPack2003 Holiday Rambler 36' Presidentialshort trips-88 Allegro on Astro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Broncohauler Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Looks great very nice job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Hi Dave, I like your idea about using prefab panels. Nice way of thinking outside of the box. It should give you plenty of extra storage. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sclord2002 Posted August 29, 2015 Report Share Posted August 29, 2015 Lookin' good, Dave ! Do you think you need to add some cross bracing until you get the ends on the box on ?. Your front frame looks stout enough to negate wiggle there and I'm sure you're conducting your own earthquake tests to determine the structural integrity of the box. Using those panels is an innovative approach and will give you lots of insulation as well as making a good looking box. Clever idea to store and protect your stuff. Hope you are doing well. Be safe. Charlie Don't ever tell a soldier that he doesn't understand the cost of war. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dascom Posted August 31, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 Cutting the last roof panel. Putting it up the easy way: This thing needs work: Yamaha V-Star2007 Kenworth T2000 tandem aircutterThermoKing TriPack2003 Holiday Rambler 36' Presidentialshort trips-88 Allegro on Astro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 Nice job Dave. Can't wait to see it. 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shorts Posted August 31, 2015 Report Share Posted August 31, 2015 Looks good, insulated like a freezer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadfitter Posted September 1, 2015 Report Share Posted September 1, 2015 HI DAVE How about a roll-up door.. Last I looked Bontragers had some 6'x 8' rear door sections for about $75. Your inspiring me I've started a small 6'x9' L Rv trailer and some of that stuff looks interesting. Weight and cost are the key factors. We will be in Westerville the end of October to mid Nov. if your back by then we would love to get together! KEN&PAT roadfitter roadfitter 2000 T-2000 10 speed autoshift DD430/500 H.P. 2001 Alfa 39' Toyhouse http://community.webshots.com/user/roadfitter597 Holiday lite trucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocksbride Posted September 3, 2015 Report Share Posted September 3, 2015 Oh, drom envy! Wish we had room for the bikes in ours, too. And a freezer, as long as we're wishin'. See you in Hutch! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dascom Posted September 3, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 3, 2015 Old stack off and on with the weed-burner. Yamaha V-Star2007 Kenworth T2000 tandem aircutterThermoKing TriPack2003 Holiday Rambler 36' Presidentialshort trips-88 Allegro on Astro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan0043 Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 Looking good Dave. Keep up the good work. Al 2012 Volvo VNL 630 w/ I-Shift; D13 engine; " Veeger " Redwood, model 3401R ; 5th Wheel Trailer, " Dead Wood " 2006 Smart Car " Killer Frog " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Mayer Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 That is very nice Dave. I'd also do a roll-up door. But I'd be real tempted at this point to make living quarters out of it. I really like the use of the SIP's. Well worth the loss of space on the sides. Jack & Danielle Mayer #60376 Lifetime Member Living on the road since 2000PLEASE no PM's. Email me. jackdanmayer AT gmail 2016 DRV Houston 44' 5er (we still have it) 2022 New Horizons 43' 5er 2016 Itasca 27N 28' motorhome 2019 Volvo 860, D13 455/1850, 236" wb, I-Shift, battery-based APU No truck at the moment - we use one of our demo units 2016 smart Passion, piggyback on the truck -------------------------------------------------------------------------See our website for info on New Horizons 5th wheels, HDTs as tow vehicles, communications on the road, and use of solar powerwww.jackdanmayer.com Principal in RVH Lifestyles. RVH-Lifestyles.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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