Project "Frankentrailer"
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That is the plan. Just need to save up for one. They aren't cheap. I was ready to pull the trigger on one, then this happened,
Take the it off the frame and slap it on the rack
Is that the spare bedroom you tow behind the RV on family outings?
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Take the it off the frame and slap it on the rack
Is that the spare bedroom you tow behind the RV on family outings?
It's the in-laws living quarters when we are camping. Lol! Seriously, that was pre-RV. We sold it, then bought this,
Now the Jeep gets to be toad.
Franky is on the back burner now. Plan is to tear it back apart to clean up a few cosmetic things, put some proper paint on it, then get a RTT for "off grid" camping.
Yes ... totally! The previous owner gutted it which saved me a couple of days of nasty work and a few trips to the dump. The original interiors are mostly covered with a thin foam backed fabric that is glued to the fiberglass walls. I can't think of the actual product name off hand but it's referred to as "rat fur" . I cleaned it, filled about 30 small holes with fibreglass and painted the inside to seal it and basically cheer things up. It was ugly! I'll be firring the walls out with 3/4" wood strips, insulating it and covering them with "something" (FRP, Masonite, ... not sure yet). It has a fibreglass floor with a wood/tile covering. The wood is out and I will be replacing everything. Other than that, basically a fold out bed and storage for camping gear plus lighting of course. There will be space for basic electronics, entertainment, etc. and minimal occasional cooking (microwave & a kettle). All "real" cooking will be done outdoors.
A bit of before and preliminary after of the interior. It also has a roof that raises straight up by about 6".
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@Midnight LJR has inspired me to get Franky back in the shop for some clean up work. Got 2 used 33's I want to put on to better match the Jeep.
Awesome! Can’t wait to see it. I am hoping to start my frame Thursday if scheduling works out.
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You get that trailer finished and I'll plan a Lost Coast run, Jeep trailer style!
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I have always wanted to explore that area.
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It's been 5 years since our last run there. Definitely overdue.
Same here. I have the other two 33s from your Jeep I need to put on my trailer to better match my Jeep as well.
Yup, totaling doing a Jeep Trailer adventure!
Also don't worry about @Alex01 we can get him to build one before the trip.
Also don't worry about @Alex01 we can get him to build one before the trip.
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Just read through the build thread! @bobthetj03 I remember when you started this back on the “other” forum, its what lead me to find the dinoot kit I’ve been holding out for. Such an awesome project 