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[Chickenhauler]

CLUTCHLESS said:

Update:

That's some shiny jackstands....bought new just for this?

[toyota_mdt_tech]

CLUTCHLESS said:

Update:...Drive home.

Ah, I was wondering where all the rust came from, thought you where in California. But by the sea explains it all.

I recognize those jackstands. Harbor Tools, I have that same set plus the larger ones.

They have a lot of cheap junk there, but those jackstands are good quality and a killer value.

[sirceo26 TT Bronze Member]

toyota_mdt_tech said:

Ah, I was wondering where all the rust came from, thought you where in California. But by the sea explains it all.

I recognize those jackstands. Harbor Tools, I have that same set plus the larger ones.

They have a lot of cheap junk there, but those jackstands are good quality and a killer value.

Harbor tools as in Harbor freight? i can't believe you out of all people shop there:smirk:

[toyota_mdt_tech]

sirceo26 said:

Harbor tools as in Harbor freight? i can't believe you out of all people shop there:smirk:

I never go there except maybe to get those jackstands, some black tape, convoluted tubing, shrink tube and that is about it. I will not buy any tools from them, unless i need a large drift or seal driver, I will get one of their soft sockets.

All their prices look good, but then when you see the tools quality, its way over priced. For those who cant tell a quality tool from a poor quality one, it appears to be a good price.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

24.99 for the pair. Worth the expense. I don't trust them and won't get under anything while using them. But for this project they worked well.

[toyota_mdt_tech]

CLUTCHLESS said:

24.99 for the pair. Worth the expense. I don't trust them and won't get under anything while using them. But for this project they worked well.

Clutchless, you can trust those. They are plenty safe.

[Chickenhauler]

sirceo26 said:

Harbor tools as in Harbor freight? i can't believe you out of all people shop there:smirk:

I shop there, but I shop for certain things there. Sledgehammers, anvil, bike stand, jackstands, stuff that's pretty hard to screw up.

They do have great prices on stuff like cotter pin assortments (and really, it's a cotter pin, before I bought that box I used coat hangers).

CLUTCHLESS said:

24.99 for the pair. Worth the expense. I don't trust them and won't get under anything while using them. But for this project they worked well.

Totally sturdy jack stand.

Just throw a hunk of lumber under them if you're working over dirt or grass so they don't sink.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

Trailer arrived and i have begun the remodel phase of the project.

Leaky tub made the removal of the wood very easy.



Where the toilet was.



Shower removed.



Rotton wood removed.



I'm going to let this thing air out for a week before i start replacing the studs and plywood.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

[Chickenhauler]

That trailer's cleaning up really well, looking good!

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

Hi Pressure system moving to town for a week. 0% humidity and 80 degree temps. I pulled the siding off around the bad area. Letting it dry out for a week.

[dezracerE TT Gold Member]

Clutch,
You have a lot of patience rebuilding that unit.
I would have dumped it long ago.
Give us a final tally in time and $$$ when you are done.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

LOL. Yeah. I'm about 1000.00 into now as it stands not counting the truck i got to tow it.

My goal is to get it going for 2000.00 total and ready to roll by April 10th.


I need to buy a tub 130.00, flooring = 300.00. and about 100.00 in little 10 - 20.00 parts from camping world.

I haven't looked into the heater, water heater or the A/C yet. That's where the money will go.

Plumbing and wiring is all solid.

[dezracerE TT Gold Member]

clutchless, on 26 January 2012 - 09:05 AM, said:

LOL. Yeah. I'm about 1000.00 into now as it stands not counting the truck i got to tow it.

My goal is to get it going for 2000.00 total and ready to roll by April 10th.


I need to buy a tub 130.00, flooring = 300.00. and about 100.00 in little 10 - 20.00 parts from camping world.

I haven't looked into the heater, water heater or the A/C yet. That's where the money will go.

Plumbing and wiring is all solid.

Fridge is where you can blow your budget.

[SMarquez TT Gold Member]

If you are in SoCal, Waltsrvsurplus.com has a lot of surplus stuff andused stuff. They buy RV parts from people going out of business. Their inventory changes but they migh be able to help you out with some of your stuff and prices are really pretty good.

[Chickenhauler]

For cheap flooring material, check Home Depot or Lowe's for some linoleum remnants...you're only doing a small strip down the middle, around the bowl, under the table, etc.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

I thinking black and white checker in bathroom and pergo style for the rest. Pulling the old carpet.

[Chickenhauler]

clutchless, on 27 January 2012 - 09:32 AM, said:

I thinking black and white checker in bathroom and pergo style for the rest. Pulling the old carpet.

Never could understand carpet in a camper....just a PITA to clean up.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

So i have completed removing all the rotten wood. Next mission is to jack up the left hand rear corner off the metal to replace the main support. Once that is complete it will be time to replace the floor joists and add plywood. The light at the end of the tunnel is in sight.

Photos to follow.

[clutchless TT Gold Member]

Main frame supports in place:







Replaced the 2x4 that ran along the back of the camper as well. Salvaged the right side supports.





Time to install the new floor studs.