Author Topic: We needed another project like we needed a hole in the head.... (Read 16367 times)

*FFC* · « **on:** Sep 27, 2009, 08:58:19 PM »

So Matt and I picked up a camper off Craigslist - the price was right (FREE)!!! It needs some help, but we're both handy so we're going to fix it up, personalize it and use it when we take Sierra camping or when we go on long camping trips in the desert in the wind.

You can see above the bed where we need to replace the ceiling and the walls.... minor details. I'm going to make new curtains for it and we're going to sand/paint the outside.

Poker table!!!

Blingn · « **Reply #1 on:** Sep 27, 2009, 08:59:20 PM »

Door locking knob
Fire extinguisher
Fire alarm
Scrap off old film off window
Get mold attack spray
Buy wood
Get proper hold downs
Fix electrical for lights
New curtains
Patch roof outside
New roof panel inside
Side wall panel
Start checking the appliances
Ohhh and new paint job ohh yeah.

Ok time to add to the list :

*** YELLER *** · « **Reply #2 on:** Sep 27, 2009, 09:06:35 PM »

that is badass ( ~~a55~~

) guys congratulations

Halladay · « **Reply #3 on:** Sep 27, 2009, 09:35:19 PM »

always wanted one...

79coyotefrg · « **Reply #4 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 10:48:51 AM »

you had to haul the truck on the trailer

or is it just the way it looks in the pic

Blingn · « **Reply #5 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 10:58:33 AM »

just the cab over is what we brought home. The rest of the junk is already mine.

*FFC* · « **Reply #6 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 11:13:35 AM »

Quote from: 79coyotefrg on Sep 28, 2009, 10:48:51 AM

you had to haul the truck on the trailer or is it just the way it looks in the pic

Haha the truck is next to the trailer.

Wermz84 · « **Reply #7 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 12:18:26 PM »

A hole in the head can be a truly special thing.

*FFC* · « **Reply #8 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 01:17:49 PM »

Quote from: Wermz84 on Sep 28, 2009, 12:18:26 PM

A hole in the head can be a truly special thing.

*** YELLER *** · « **Reply #9 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 05:23:23 PM »

I would call table for MOONROCKS but im not sure I would fit

Blingn · « **Reply #10 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 07:02:07 PM »

You would fit on the end facing the door

axled89 · « **Reply #11 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 07:45:17 PM »

i'm helping a freind with rebuiling a mobile camper. the thing has alot of rot but we've takin care of it, and rebuilt all of it. now it's a nice hunting rig. and nice for wheelin, pullin the trailer behind it. it has a small block 400. and he got it for free. no pics but very nice free build. and every thing works toylit fridge shower everthing.

Blingn · « **Reply #12 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 09:33:13 PM »

Quote from: axled89 on Sep 28, 2009, 07:45:17 PM

i'm helping a freind with rebuiling a mobile camper. the thing has alot of rot but we've takin care of it, and rebuilt all of it. now it's a nice hunting rig. and nice for wheelin, pullin the trailer behind it. it has a small block 400. and he got it for free. no pics but very nice free build. and every thing works toylit fridge shower everthing.

was it tough to fix the dry rot? what did you use to patch the roof and walls?

axled89 · « **Reply #13 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 10:55:56 PM »

Quote from: Blingn on Sep 28, 2009, 09:33:13 PM

was it tough to fix the dry rot? what did you use to patch the roof and walls?

those campers are all the same. all we did is pulled the inside paneling down. then replace the rotten pieces of wood it's 2x2 or something like that. then for the sagging of the roof
get a couple of jacks then a couple of 2x4 or something and go across the front, raise it up to just pass the normal position then rip all the old stuff out then rebuild all the framing and when
you let the jacks down the thing will sit at the normal position. and use roofing tar it works the best. then just put the paneling back on. complete IT is all very simple and self explanatory and use the new screws with the rubber grommets.

axled89 · « **Reply #14 on:** Sep 28, 2009, 11:02:34 PM »

you can get every thing at Lowe's / home depoe

Blingn · « **Reply #15 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 05:55:53 AM »

nice you rock man!!! thanks, we spent about 110 for the supplies last night. We got about everything we need and some extras. Still need to buy some inside panels.

*FFC* · « **Reply #16 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 06:16:49 AM »

Quote from: Blingn on Sep 29, 2009, 05:55:53 AM

nice you rock man!!! thanks, we spent about 110 for the supplies last night. We got about everything we need and some extras. Still need to buy some inside panels.

And studs - I know we're going to have to replace some of the studs as well.

*** YELLER *** · « **Reply #17 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 08:42:18 AM »

Quote from: *FFC* on Sep 29, 2009, 06:16:49 AM

And studs - I know we're going to have to replace some of the studs as well.

so....I will fit into the plans

Im available let me know when to show up

*FFC* · « **Reply #18 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 08:50:33 AM »

Quote from: ** YELLER ** on Sep 29, 2009, 08:42:18 AM

so....I will fit into the plans Im available let me know when to show up

This weekend we're having a camper party $Beer Chug\'n$ You should come out - I'll bake you cookies

*** YELLER *** · « **Reply #19 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 08:52:50 AM »

i'll talk to Juls

*FFC* · « **Reply #20 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 09:02:46 AM »

Quote from: ** YELLER ** on Sep 29, 2009, 08:52:50 AM

i'll talk to Juls

*** YELLER *** · « **Reply #21 on:** Sep 29, 2009, 09:05:37 AM »

Quote from: *FFC* on Sep 29, 2009, 09:02:46 AM

if yer gonna get this excited when I just talk to her whats gonna happen if we show up

Blingn · « **Reply #22 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 08:26:39 PM »

Got some progress done 2 nite. I tore the inside roof panel off and tore out the insulation. Took a look at the boards for water damage and dry rot. I also started to take the bed apart and started to check the electrical.

*FFC* · « **Reply #23 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 08:28:46 PM »

Way LESS damage than we thought there was - this is GOOD

Dave

We'll miss ya buddy. Give Juls a

for me.

axled89 · « **Reply #24 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 08:40:06 PM »

hey ! that's great to hear. the less work the better right. are you feeling ok.

Blingn · « **Reply #25 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 08:54:06 PM »

Did you guys have to fix the bowing part next to the center vent in the ceiling above the bed? If so how did you take care of it?

axled89 · « **Reply #26 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 09:46:03 PM »

the center roof vent. yes they always leek at some point. rebuild with the 1xwhat evers.
there might be spots you think could have extra peices added to add strength. you can even put in a post to hold every thing up. have fun and put in a brass pole lol. use your imagination. just seal every thing back up.

Blingn · « **Reply #27 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 10:09:44 PM »

the pole would be a great idea but then what do i tell my kid ha ha lol

axled89 · « **Reply #28 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 11:24:12 PM »

fireman pole LOL. the camper we have has a little wall next to the bunk beds there. and it supports the celine
torwards the back.

86rustbucket · « **Reply #29 on:** Sep 30, 2009, 11:27:38 PM »

you should be a camper guru axled89

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