The TARDIS - A Four Wheel Camper Build

[NothingClever]

Although I admire the CBOA spirit imbued in your camper design, I think that gray water bucket is going to get old fast. IME, something a little more convenient will prove worthy of the extra few dollars and grams of weight. The 6 gallon solution would be about right, no?
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[Overland Hadley]

Although I admire the CBOA spirit imbued in your camper design, I think that gray water bucket is going to get old fast. IME, something a little more convenient will prove worthy of the extra few dollars and grams of weight. The 6 gallon solution would be about right, no?

For some that would be a good option, but for me I will be sticking with a collapsible bucket. The main factor would be the space it would take up. But I reserve the right to change my mind at any point. :ylsmoke:

What does CBOA stand for?

 

[goodtimes]

What does CBOA stand for?

Cheap Bastards of America.

 

[Overland Hadley]

Cheap Bastards of America.

Hmmm....

LED lighting, Wave heater, Teak floor, Whale water pump, Ragasco propane tank, South African and Canadian Mil. water tanks, Suspa lifters, Baltic Birch cabinetry, SMEV sink, Lagun table, SMEV hob, dual GoLights....

Sounds more marine grade than CBoA. Just saying.

 

[pods8]

Sounds more marine grade than CBoA. Just saying.

But you're not springing for upsells you probably won't use, etc. you're a sales mans nightmare. I applaud your desire to get exactly what you want and at the best pricing you can though.

 

[goodtimes]

Sounds more marine grade than CBoA. Just saying.

Just the fact that you started with a FWC disqualifies you from the CBOA.

A true member of the CBOA would have gone down to Home Depot, picked out a bunch of warped 2x4s and some broken plywood, argued with the manager to get a 35% discount, then nailed it all together with left over roofing nails that were picked up off the ground of a construction site. A blue plastic tarp would have provided the appropriate weather-proofing, and a broken screen door from the neighbors 1958 air-stream would have been the finishing touch on a $250 camper that would earn the *builder* an award of some sort at the next CBOA convention.

 

[Overland Hadley]

...you're a sales mans nightmare.

When shopping for a used car, the salesmen ask for my business card instead of giving me theirs.


:elkgrin:

 

[Overland Hadley]

Just the fact that you started with a FWC disqualifies you from the CBOA.

A true member of the CBOA would have gone down to Home Depot, picked out a bunch of warped 2x4s and some broken plywood, argued with the manager to get a 35% discount, then nailed it all together with left over roofing nails that were picked up off the ground of a construction site. A blue plastic tarp would have provided the appropriate weather-proofing, and a broken screen door from the neighbors 1958 air-stream would have been the finishing touch on a $250 camper that would earn the *builder* an award of some sort at the next CBOA convention.

Thanks goodtimes for the clarification.

 

[Overland Hadley]

I applaud your desire to get exactly what you want and at the best pricing you can though.

Thanks pods8!

I am so close to doing a home build, just lacking the extra time to build. So I will buy a shell and build out the interior. :chef:

 

[NothingClever]

BTW, the term CBOA is a term of endearment and not derogatory in the forum I grew up on.

 

[Overland Hadley]

BTW, the term CBOA is a term of endearment and not derogatory in the forum I grew up on.

Yeah, I got that now.

What does BTW stand for? Just kidding!

 

[pods8]

Thanks pods8!

I am so close to doing a home build, just lacking the extra time to build. So I will buy a shell and build out the interior. :chef:

*Looks at half built shell in garage and newborn on couch* Probably the smart move.

 

[ETAV8R]

I'll be watchin you!

 

[goodtimes]

I am so close to doing a home build, just lacking the extra time to build. So I will buy a shell and build out the interior. :chef:

If you have the $$$ to buy a shell and go from there - it's a lot easier. I took mine down to the frame - and it took me about 200 labor hours to build it. Considering I had the time but not the $$$, it was the only option we had. Including the purchase price of the used camper, we're into it for around $5500. We replaced everything except the roof, fabric top, windows, door, frame, and plywood floor (and I mean everything[\u] else - siding, insulation, wiring, water & propane plumbing, appliances, upholstery, blah blah blah).

There is a thread over at wander the west detailing most of it.

 

[Overland Hadley]

*Looks at half built shell in garage and newborn on couch* Probably the smart move.

One of the best things I have learned from your build, just how much time you have put into it. Thanks again for keeping track of your build hours.