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Post by benrogers on Jun 10, 2016 4:04:19 GMT -8
So if I've got this right for a full tear down (to the frame) then I need to get the skins off and remove everything from inside then take the frame off?
We plan on doing this two sides at a time because of space. Passenger side and back then driver side and front.
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Post by benrogers on Jun 9, 2016 16:29:30 GMT -8
General question....how thick are the side wall panels?
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Post by benrogers on Jun 9, 2016 16:07:19 GMT -8
Mobiltec, you're right. Changing the floor plan isn't going to help anything. I think utilizing the storage better is the right answer. I think the plan now is to begin work here in a month or so (got to wrap up some other stuff first). This is going to be a full rebuild probably over the next few years. Skins off, structure repair, replacing paneling and rebuilding the closets and cabinets (maintaining the footprint).
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Post by benrogers on Jun 9, 2016 9:05:02 GMT -8
For arguments sake, let's say I did move the closets like I've described and also added a side to side shelf in the back (above the bed) that's fastened to the side walls.
IF I added three sets of 1x6 studs (one in front of the door and two sets spaced behind the door) along with 1x6 roof joists that were all tied into the existing framework, do you think that would compensate for the movement of the closets?
I'd tie the new joists and studs together using 90 degree plates and tie those structures into the new framing using 1x2 or 1x3 with Kreg Joints?
Thoughts?
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Post by benrogers on Jun 9, 2016 6:41:51 GMT -8
I'll check it out! Thanks, Hamlet!!
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Post by benrogers on Jun 9, 2016 6:18:13 GMT -8
Hamlet do you have any pictures of this?
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Post by benrogers on Jun 9, 2016 6:15:00 GMT -8
Thank you, All!
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Post by benrogers on Jun 8, 2016 7:21:02 GMT -8
Ahhhhh! So to raise this from the dead but what's the best thing to strip paint from the wings?
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Post by benrogers on Jun 8, 2016 5:50:26 GMT -8
That's the odd thing, the size is perfect for our needs, it's just laid out in a manner you can't really modify.
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Post by benrogers on Jun 8, 2016 5:13:35 GMT -8
The original design of these trailers are very important in how they are held together with very little in the way of structural framing. So if you change all the cabinets you may find yourself with a trailer that doesn't hold together very well. The engineering of these trailers use all the parts connected in certain ways to hold it all together. Do you think there is any way to open floor space on this camper? I have put in a frame for a full bed in there that runs from side wall to side wall which adds horizontal rigidity but not vertical. Since I also want to remove the bunk I was thinking of adding horizontal cabinets from side wall to side wall where the back section of the bunk rests. I just can't figure out how to handle the two closets in the front. Any ideas? I really don't want to compromise the structural integrity but I'm beginning to think this isn't the right camper for my plans.
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Post by benrogers on Jun 7, 2016 10:58:59 GMT -8
This was the idea I was looking at:
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Post by benrogers on Jun 7, 2016 10:03:58 GMT -8
There are two closets, one a closet and the other a closet/water tank/back of ice box. We really don't want the icebox, stove, or sink (can't eat Ohio fish). This is more for storage and sleeping. We don't spend a ton of time in the camper. We are usually around the fire or in the water. I was hoping to open the floor plan a little bit so I'm not stepping on my dog getting out of bed.
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Post by benrogers on Jun 7, 2016 5:56:32 GMT -8
I think my biggest concern is finding somewhere to store the skins while I work on the camper. They aren't large except the roof skin so it's a case of just finding space. I don't think there is a ton of damage to the interior of the walls but again I won't know until the skins are off. I was thinking of removing the two existing closets inside the camper to open floor space since this isn't a restoration but modification/repair to fit our needs a fly fisherman. My plan is to remove the two closets at the top left, center the counter on the front wall and then put a closet on either end of the counter. Do you think this would weaken the structural integrity of the camper?
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Post by benrogers on Jun 6, 2016 8:58:42 GMT -8
I've seen some conflicting stories where you can or can not replace the ceiling and side panels in a 66 Compact from the inside without removing the skins. Can anyone confirm or deny this with first hand experience?
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Post by benrogers on Apr 19, 2015 10:29:02 GMT -8
Oh, the Darn It was comical. I'm never looking for easy. I'm 42 and veteran. I know easy isn't the best answer. I do look for simple though because again complex stuff is also not always the best answer either.
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