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Post by msgoehring on Sept 11, 2016 20:15:52 GMT -8
O.k. you have totally scared me away from anything newer than 70. I can't believe that basically the whole end was rotted away from top to bottom like the one picture showed. And I was already leery about the snake skin, but spiders of any kind are definitely OUT!!!!!! Since the first year we lived in this house and all the spiders I had to deal with, in my bed and shower and toilet no less, I now officially have arachnaphobia and can't deal with even seeing one without freaking.
New you were brave for taking on that moldy mess, but you just might be too brave.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Sept 25, 2016 7:03:14 GMT -8
Before After [bra Frame is ready. I took it to a trailer fabricator, they installed new 3500lb axle and radial tires, put a 2" receiver on back, reinforced where needed, new bumper, added a center run of angle iron and welded on new bolts that held fresh water underneath for 725.00. Originally this trailer had an aluminum pan, the perimeter had 2x4 around with 1.5 inch foam board all covered with 3/4 plywood. I am thinking of going back like that except using water resistant hard board in place of aluminum and adding a 2x4 run down the center. Any thoughts?
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Post by msgoehring on Sept 25, 2016 13:39:24 GMT -8
I've never heard of water resistant hard board so my question is whether it would hold up to rocks being thrown up from the road and any other hazards better than metal would. I would also want to coat the bottom and sides of all wood that will be exposed to moisture. That includes the sill and skirt boards and the floor.
I know a lot of people leave belly pans and stuff off, but I'd like to figure out how to cover the bottom of my floor so I can insulate it. It wasn't originally insulted and I hate cold floors and feet.
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Post by RinTin on Sept 26, 2016 5:45:32 GMT -8
That looks like a very sturdy frame. No brakes?
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Post by chickenfarmer on Sept 26, 2016 20:57:44 GMT -8
That looks like a very sturdy frame. No brakes? No brakes, not required here, I have never had brakes on any of my farm trailers under a 7000 capacity. If I had a small truck or SUV I might, but I drive a 3/4 ton PU. My problem is resisting the urge to over build, I can't exceed the 3500 axle limit.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Sept 26, 2016 21:05:55 GMT -8
I've never heard of water resistant hard board so my question is whether it would hold up to rocks being thrown up from the road and any other hazards better than metal would. I would also want to coat the bottom and sides of all wood that will be exposed to moisture. That includes the sill and skirt boards and the floor. I know a lot of people leave belly pans and stuff off, but I'd like to figure out how to cover the bottom of my floor so I can insulate it. It wasn't originally insulted and I hate cold floors and feet. I looked at two kinds of hard board, one warned not to get wet and the one with the slick side said water resistant on the label. I need something to hold up the insulation. I am going to go with 1 1/2 foam board, if a rock cracked the hard board it wouldn't be a big deal, especially if I didn't know about it.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Sept 27, 2016 10:09:32 GMT -8
Wall number 2 done with the help of the Boss.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Sept 30, 2016 17:25:59 GMT -8
School got out at 1pm, had plenty of help this afternoon. [/URL]obile%20Uploads/2016-09/1E3383E4-29AC-4DA1-A512-5C75C1AE5A84_zpspszbgzux.jpg.html] [/URL] The puzzle has begun.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Oct 1, 2016 15:56:28 GMT -8
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Post by msgoehring on Oct 1, 2016 16:25:45 GMT -8
Just wondering what brand of adhesive you used for your flooring and what the tile name is? It is Armstrong brand isn't it? It looks a lot like what we got for ours and I'm wondering if Sam would approve of the different directions in the tile layout. I wanted more color but he didn't like that.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Oct 1, 2016 16:52:15 GMT -8
Just wondering what brand of adhesive you used for your flooring and what the tile name is? It is Armstrong brand isn't it? It looks a lot like what we got for ours and I'm wondering if Sam would approve of the different directions in the tile layout. I wanted more color but he didn't like that. Henry 430 professional adhesive (Lowes), used a gallon. Be sure that your tile edge doesn't end near a plywood joint, rookie mistake on my part. We and I mean my wife wanted light to offset wood, I really didn't care. It is Armstrong.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Feb 20, 2017 6:48:04 GMT -8
Starting back after a long break. I don't know if I need to build the interior walls or ceiling first. I am thinking it would be easier to do ceiling, but I am not sure.
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Post by mel on Feb 20, 2017 6:52:39 GMT -8
Im not sure either, just wanted to say it looks great! love seeing your progress
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Post by kirkadie on Feb 20, 2017 7:23:45 GMT -8
Now is a good time to get your cabinets in. They will help keep walls plumb, and with no ceiling yet, you can get their heights just right. Some temporary rafters between the wall tops will keep everything the same width too, which is important when time to put close up the top.
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Post by chickenfarmer on Mar 28, 2017 18:03:01 GMT -8
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