Jeff's Cargo Conversion

[johnnieev]

Hey Jeff-

Amazing build! Really gives a person great ideas.

In regards to the awning, would you consider putting a Foxwing on the trailer instead of the awning you did?

 

[matthewp]

I still love this trailer with the exception of the crappy attention to detail in the cabinetry... Jeff, let me take it of your hands and fix it! I'll get it back to you quickly... I promise!:elkgrin:

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

Hey Jeff-

Amazing build! Really gives a person great ideas.

In regards to the awning, would you consider putting a Foxwing on the trailer instead of the awning you did?

After this weekend being out in the desert at So Cal Desert Rendezvous, I would say NO WAY! My awning sets up in seconds, and I mean seconds. Does not need to be tied down, but you can if you want. We saw several awnings getting blown away and one was folded into a bundle. A lot of times where I camp, the ground won't hold a stake. I am though, making a mount that will swing an awning that will be mounted on the drivers side, so you can put it off the back over the kitchen. It is made in Australia but not imported to the USA. Could have used it this weekend.

Thanks.
Jeff

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

I still love this trailer with the exception of the crappy attention to detail in the cabinetry... Jeff, let me take it of your hands and fix it! I'll get it back to you quickly... I promise!:elkgrin:

That's funny, because I had several people this weekend asking to purchase the trailer. But now that I think of it, none of them said anything about fixing anything.
You must just have a very keen eye.

Jeff

 

[alia176]

Well done Jeff, kudos. Any thought given to a 6' awning over your galley area? You can have the legs go back to the back end of the trailer. And if the weather gets really knarly, one of those add-a-room velcroed to the awning will make for a nice place to cook.

 

[crismateski]

That's funny, because I had several people this weekend asking to purchase the trailer. But now that I think of it, none of them said anything about fixing anything.
You must just have a very keen eye.

Jeff

I was one of the mentioned offers. I dont want Jeff to change a thing, it would already be out of my price range, if he makes it better there is no way I can buy it off him :coffeedrink:

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

This is what I am going to copy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3uGdhkh4_k0

I am not going to sell the mounts and there are no distributors here in the USA. Also, I think I can make it a little better.

Well done Jeff, kudos. Any thought given to a 6' awning over your galley area? You can have the legs go back to the back end of the trailer. And if the weather gets really knarly, one of those add-a-room velcroed to the awning will make for a nice place to cook.

 

[crismateski]

This is what I am going to copy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3uGdhkh4_k0

I am not going to sell the mounts and there are no distributors here in the USA. Also, I think I can make it a little better.

that looks pretty nice, let me know when you work on it, I will come give you a hand

 

[elmo_4_vt]

This is what I am going to copy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3uGdhkh4_k0

Now THAT is an idea I'm going to copy. Though for my truck with a small Fiamma. Thanks for posting that. Keep up the good work.

Don

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[SWbySWesty]

Come now...haven't you been USING this??

 

[98roamer]

This is what I am going to copy: http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=3uGdhkh4_k0

I am not going to sell the mounts and there are no distributors here in the USA. Also, I think I can make it a little better.

That's a great idea, I bet the there are some heavy duty swivel TV mounts that could fit the bill with some modifications. Peerless or Chief.

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

WOW! I am blown away how many people are building these trailers.

Jeff

 

[Aspen Trails Trailers]

You and Cowboy motivated them, great work guys. Both really look great and the craftsmanship is fantastic.

Bob

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

Loose ends

Finally getting around to tying up some loose ends. Redid the door seals. When I first got the trailer useable, I installed the quick connect for the stoves propane next to the refrigerators slide. So I figured it was time to do it right. Added a small access panel and spun the disconnect around. I want it to be sealed so I am trying some different sealing material around the perimeter.

Jeff

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

Attachment point

I intended from the begininning to have some sort of attachment point at the rear in case the trailer slid sideways off of the trail. I took a section of receiver tubing and sectioned it into the rear most joist and extended it all the way to the next floor joist. The receiver pin is up under the trailer. I would not air lift the trailer by the shackle, but it should be exactly what I need in a pinch.

Jeff