Gladiator Pop-Up Pass Through Camper Build

[Mules]

That looks amazing. I am a big fan of lighter woods, and clear finishes. I would go with a clear finish as others have mentioned. Lots of luck with the clear water based varnish from Rust Oleum... their diamond cote stuff. Dries quick, sands out nice and after 3 or 4 coats it is a perfect finish.

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I used it for my desktop on my custom standing desk in my home office ( the interior one version ). Dried VERY hard and has stood up to 2 years of WFH with no issues.

Stoked on the modularity factor of this setup.

I was struggling whether to go light and simple, or go full on cabinets and kitchen. My 90/10 concept won out. I use the truck as my daily driver and to haul stuff 90% of the time, and 4 wheel/camping 10%. But I love the 10% so much!

Light, modular and simple! I think the furniture is only about 60 lbs. I hope to have the bench cushions by next weekend. Almost time to go camping!

 

[1000arms]

In this case, I want the bottom of the platform to slide easily against the carpeted truck bed bulkhead, so no bedliner on the bottom of the plywood. I might do a smooth finish, but add a few small velcro tabs to hold the cushions on place. Still deciding. I'm done for now, it's been a busy weekend.

... No epoxy inlay? ...

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[Mules]

Are there any good DIY ideas on how to put bug screens in my roll down truck windows, while camping?

 

[1000arms]

Are there any good DIY ideas on how to put bug screens in my roll down truck windows, while camping?

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Check out DIY Window Screens for Car Camping at EpoxyWorks.

DIY window screens for car camping

A challenge with car camping is getting fresh air without allowing mosquitoes in for their bloodletting endeavors. Retired Technical Advisor Tom Pawlak explains how to make nifty custom car window screens to keep pesky critters at bay.

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[WanderingBison]

We absolutely love our roll down window screens, albeit they don’t make them for your rig. But it’s certainly doable (especially someone with your skill ) to make someone identical for your use.

Aside from providing the necessary ventilation, they are the perfect size to allow them to remain in place in rain when paired with window visors.

I think the link will give you plenty to work with but let me know if you need some additional close ups.

Imperfect Window Screens - Eazyvans | EazyVans

These screens are discounted due to their slightly imperfect finish. They are absolutely 100% functional and effective to keep insects away from you, they're just a bit imperfect..like us! The pictures are presented for information purposes only. Sold as a pair Quick installation without opening...

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[Mules]

Check out DIY Window Screens for Car Camping at EpoxyWorks.

DIY window screens for car camping

A challenge with car camping is getting fresh air without allowing mosquitoes in for their bloodletting endeavors. Retired Technical Advisor Tom Pawlak explains how to make nifty custom car window screens to keep pesky critters at bay.

www.epoxyworks.com

Excellent looking DIY screen!!

 

[Mules]

We absolutely love our roll down window screens, albeit they don’t make them for your rig. But it’s certainly doable (especially someone with your skill ) to make someone identical for your use.

Aside from providing the necessary ventilation, they are the perfect size to allow them to remain in place in rain when paired with window visors.

I think the link will give you plenty to work with but let me know if you need some additional close ups.

Imperfect Window Screens - Eazyvans | EazyVans

These screens are discounted due to their slightly imperfect finish. They are absolutely 100% functional and effective to keep insects away from you, they're just a bit imperfect..like us! The pictures are presented for information purposes only. Sold as a pair Quick installation without opening...

www.eazyvans.com

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These look great also!

 

[1000arms]

Excellent looking DIY screen!!

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It looks a lot better than my method of hanging a large piece of mosquito netting (actually gnat mesh) on both sides of my truck door, closing my truck door, and pulling the excess netting inside my truck and bunching it up at my truck door's window sill.

 

[Mules]

I was pretty excited when I saw what showed up from Fed Ex today. It only took 5 minutes to open the boxes and throw the cushions in the camper. I'll take some better photos when I open up the camper this weekend.

 

[Mules]

I couldn't wait to open it up!! Might have to sleep in the driveway tonight?.

I was a bit worried about my color choice for the cushions, but I think they worked out pretty good. They match the tent and my jeep seats nicely.

 

[1000arms]

Might have to sleep in the driveway tonight?

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I don't blame you, that is one impressive Jon boat!

 

[Mules]

Downstairs is pretty comfy.

 

[Mules]

Well I liked the idea of painting but I wanted a tough surface, so I choose water based polyurethane, colored black. This is the same stuff I've used for 30 years to clear coat wood floors in houses, just with a satin black color added. I put on a couple coats, while sanding between coats. It should be very durable.

I definitely like that I can put in and take out this furniture in 5 minutes.

 

[Mules]

 

[Mules]

Since I'm a better carpenter than seamstress, I designed the layout around stock cushions. This might be a good concept for a 4 door Wrangler also, just with lower seat height and shorter cushions.