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This is exactly what I need to do with my build. Did you have any other ideas before you came up on this one?
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Family Adventure M1102 Trailer Build
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Kingsize24
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This is exactly what I need to do with my build. Did you have any other ideas before you came up on this one?
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I did have quite a few ideas, but this fit the bill in the intrem, and still is. I will do the front extension as time allows.
Kingsize24
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Well I haven't done much on the trailer since we have been using it non-stop, and I've not had much time. But, I'm currently about to make some changes to the trailer to get the awnings moved around, flipping the 270 to the opposite side, adding the ARB awning to the rear, and using the ARB room as an extension to the back for the boys friends, and eventually adding an additional 180 awning to the side the 270 is on now. This should give WAY more options, and then give me some 1515 8020 to mount the roof solar on. I have new panels coming in for it, and it should have 800 watts fairly soon.
But I just got the Froli in for the mattress, allowing more airflow and comfort for them.
I also added additional tailgate sealing, this will DEFINITELY help a ton with reducing that last little bit of dust intrusion.
I also got in my billet aluminum pass through for the heater into the camper. I've decided to use a portable instead of a installed one, just allows more options, and quite frankly allows upgrading as technology changes, and it's literally a fifth of the cost. This pass through uses a carbon fiber sealed cover when not in use, and hose connecter that uses neodenium magnets. I'm currently figuring out where the pass through will be.
But I just got the Froli in for the mattress, allowing more airflow and comfort for them.
I also added additional tailgate sealing, this will DEFINITELY help a ton with reducing that last little bit of dust intrusion.
I also got in my billet aluminum pass through for the heater into the camper. I've decided to use a portable instead of a installed one, just allows more options, and quite frankly allows upgrading as technology changes, and it's literally a fifth of the cost. This pass through uses a carbon fiber sealed cover when not in use, and hose connecter that uses neodenium magnets. I'm currently figuring out where the pass through will be.
hooptycrawler
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That pass through is a sweet setup. My heater did not like that ducting tho and kept causing it to set an overheat fault and shut down. After I changed it I had no issues, just something to be aware of. How does that awning hold up in the rain? I really want to get one of the OVS 180 awnings but was reading some people saying they didn't drain water/rain very well which would be a little irritating.
Kingsize24
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I'll keep an eye out for the overheating issue you describe.
As for the awning. The Bush Company awning has been excellent! It drains just fine, and we have had it in some VERY heavy rain. I've not seen any pooling at all as long as you tie it off properly and taunt.
Kingsize24
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I've started the L track on the trailer. It will support the awnings now, as well as add support above for the coming 15 series 8020 that will be used for all the new solar and carrying racks. I spent basically all day drilling holes every 4 inches and then thread tapping each hole 1/4"-20. LOADS of tapping oil and time. Lol
Next I'll remove the mock up, and use permatex thread lock and sealing compound for the through bolts. Then start the other side and rear. Hopefully I have the awning moved over before our Thanksgiving trip.
Next I'll remove the mock up, and use permatex thread lock and sealing compound for the through bolts. Then start the other side and rear. Hopefully I have the awning moved over before our Thanksgiving trip.
Kingsize24
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Pulled the mock up off, sanded everything, and painted. I let it dry for a day, and then cut down the rails to their final length. Once that was done, I used 3M adhesive sealant down the 4 channels on the rail, stuck it up on the wall, and permatex thread sealant/locker for the stainless bolts. It's definitely not coming off. I also drilled out the three plates for the opposite side as well.
This will be as far as I get till we leave this weekend for Thanksgiving hunting and camping, but I'm looking forward to getting the other side done, and FINALLY I can start paint.
This will be as far as I get till we leave this weekend for Thanksgiving hunting and camping, but I'm looking forward to getting the other side done, and FINALLY I can start paint.