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Post by mobiltec on Nov 16, 2014 6:41:08 GMT -8
Just a side note. MOST vintage trailers were built with the walls mounted to the sides of the base frame. Only a few were built with the walls mounted to the top of the floor. So there are two completely different construction methods involved in these trailers.
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Post by wisconsinjoe on Nov 17, 2014 6:07:02 GMT -8
Just a side note. MOST vintage trailers were built with the walls mounted to the sides of the base frame. Only a few were built with the walls mounted to the top of the floor. So there are two completely different construction methods involved in these trailers. So, if you are building from scratch, is one system better than another? It seems that the more common style allows for a more easily insulated floor. Other advantages or disadvantages? |
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Post by mobiltec on Nov 17, 2014 7:00:00 GMT -8
Just a side note. MOST vintage trailers were built with the walls mounted to the sides of the base frame. Only a few were built with the walls mounted to the top of the floor. So there are two completely different construction methods involved in these trailers. So, if you are building from scratch, is one system better than another? It seems that the more common style allows for a more easily insulated floor. Other advantages or disadvantages? The Oasis is the only trailer I have seen with the walls on top of the floor in my experience. I'm sure there are others. But also, you can only do that if the framing is at least 2x2 (1.5x1.5 inches) stock... For 3/4 inch framing the walls must be attached to the sides. Which is better? For flexibility I would say mounting to the sides myself. Others with more of an engineering mind may disagree with me. But one thing is for sure. STIFF is not good in trailer building. These things need a certain degree of flex. |
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