Taj Mah-Al (6x10 Cargo Trailer Build)

[BigAl]

Here's an idea for some rear backup or camp area lights:

http://www.overland-gear.com/LED-worklight-round_p_315.html

Those are nice. I am actually looking for 12v LEd lights to go above the counter top. I want something bright enough to provide ambient light for the whole trailer.

 

[Stouttrout]

This is what I use in the camper and under the cabinets int he house. You can get a 12 volt dimmer for them as well. I love them. I event used them on the boat.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/5M-5630-Col...563198?pt=US_Car_Lighting&hash=item19e98dbefe

They can be cut every third light and new wires can be soldered on. One roll did my whole camper. They also don;t pull much off the batts.

 

[BigAl]

Got some more done on the trailer.
I made the counter top. It is 3/4 oak faced plywood with a piece of oak molding glued and brad nailed the front edge. This water based poly was easy to work with and dried in 30 minutes! I used 4 coats and sanded with 220 between


I pocket screwed simple cleats to the bottom to mount it.


I got this plastic drawer from a cubicle at work. It will work great as a junk drawer. I couldn't build one this light or strong on my own, plus it's recycled


I used screen mold to finish the edges on the birch plywood shelves. It is really easy to work with and makes a nice finish for cheap.


Here a shot of the complete concept. I painted the interior of the trailer "wild brambleberry". Looks exactly like my kitchen at home! I had 3/4 of gallon left over from last summer. I got some spring loaded cabinet latches from Stanly. I hope they stay shut when the trailer starts twisting/flexing, we'll see. I also got a new cooler.

 

[davidshourd]

looking good! keep us posted on those spring loaded latches. I was looking at something like that but just wasn't sure if they would be powerful enough.

 

[sgiandubh]

Sweet build. Thanks for the idea on the countertop. That poly'd oak looks nice. I need to put a table in my camper and I didn't get quite enough laminate material to match the table to the countertop.

 

[BigAl]

Thanks for the idea on the countertop. That poly'd oak looks nice. I need to put a table in my camper and I didn't get quite enough laminate material to match the table to the countertop.

Thanks. It was relatively cheap too. I bought a 2x4 piece of oak plywood at Lowes for ~$18. I think a full sheet is around $50. If the finish doesn't hold up or if I change my mind, I can always cover it with vinyl or even ceramic tile.

 

[BigAl]

Some moe progress...
I insulated the ceiling with 1" foam board


White FRP on the ceiling. I trimmed the edges with pine stop painted gloss white.


I repurposed some quick fists to keep the bed from sliding around


I put in attachment points to keep the boxes in place


Hard to see but this is a aluminum water bottle mount to keep the portable "bar" in place

Sitting bull poster in a matted wal-mart frame, super classy!

 

[dcollier32]

Nice job... Anymore mods planned?

 

[BigAl]

Nice job... Anymore mods planned?

Thanks, I have been thinking about doing a spring over lift and new tires

 

[IdahoXJ]

Really nice build. Good work. You da man!:wings:

 

[huntsonora]

Any updates?

 

[NorthernWoodsman]

any updates on the Taj?