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  1. 10-22-2013, 09:24 PM #21
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    Sorry for the delay.I havent been on the site in a while. However I have been making progress on the trailer. Thanks for all the comments and suggestions so far. I am wiring the trailer for a typical 30 amp plug for use at campgrounds. The last picture in rentprop's post is how I imagine the trailer looking when finished. So here's a list of some of the things I have made progress on. I had to fix some issues with my running lights which took some time.



    Heres the front of the trailer. I have 110 plugs installed all around the trailer. There are 5 circuits for 110v power. Right side, left side, kitchen plugs, microwave and fridge, and a wire is already run for an air conditioner. There are 4 circuits for 12v power. Overhead lights, outside lights, kitchen lights, and radio power.



    I also installed an outside plug. One is on the side and one is placed on the rear of the trailer.






    Here I installed two windows for cross ventilation. It was a huge pain in the ass to install. I had to measure it out and weld in braces above and below. Then I had to cut out the hole for the window. Then I mounted it and sealed it from the elements. Finally I insulated around the window.

    Very soon I will be making alot of progress and will be ordering a bunch of the stuff I need. The trailer will hopefully be insulated, lighted, with cabinets and walls installed by mid November. Plumbing probably wont be done yet but its getting there. Hope yall like it.
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    looking awesome so far, and great workmanship too. I love how the windows now look 'stock'
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    Heres the small wood stove I plan on getting. I feel as if it has many useful features. http://www.ebay.com/itm/Portable-Mil...item53fed59212
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    Quote Originally Posted by apssbc View Post
    Sorry for the delay.I havent been on the site in a while. However I have been making progress on the trailer. Thanks for all the comments and suggestions so far. I am wiring the trailer for a typical 30 amp plug for use at campgrounds. The last picture in rentprop's post is how I imagine the trailer looking when finished. So here's a list of some of the things I have made progress on. I had to fix some issues with my running lights which took some time.



    Heres the front of the trailer. I have 110 plugs installed all around the trailer. There are 5 circuits for 110v power. Right side, left side, kitchen plugs, microwave and fridge, and a wire is already run for an air conditioner. There are 4 circuits for 12v power. Overhead lights, outside lights, kitchen lights, and radio power.



    I also installed an outside plug. One is on the side and one is placed on the rear of the trailer.






    Here I installed two windows for cross ventilation. It was a huge pain in the ass to install. I had to measure it out and weld in braces above and below. Then I had to cut out the hole for the window. Then I mounted it and sealed it from the elements. Finally I insulated around the window.

    Very soon I will be making alot of progress and will be ordering a bunch of the stuff I need. The trailer will hopefully be insulated, lighted, with cabinets and walls installed by mid November. Plumbing probably wont be done yet but its getting there. Hope yall like it.
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    Nice work! You are making good progress.
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    Cargo Trailer Conversion

    Just got some good news. Found a guy on craigslist parting out a camper. Going Sunday to pick up a propane/electric fridge, sink, water tanks, waste tanks, pump, some cabinets, stove, wiring and lights, 110/12v converter fuse box battery charger combo, and an interior door. Possibly a furnace, and who knows what else. In all it's gonna save me 300 or so dollars from what I was gonna pay for all this. I'm pretty stoked!
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    Quote Originally Posted by apssbc View Post
    Just got some good news. Found a guy on craigslist parting out a camper. Going Sunday to pick up a propane/electric fridge, sink, water tanks, waste tanks, pump, some cabinets, stove, wiring and lights, 110/12v converter fuse box battery charger combo, and an interior door. Possibly a furnace, and who knows what else. In all it's gonna save me 300 or so dollars from what I was gonna pay for all this. I'm pretty stoked!
    That is a great find. Lots of stuff you can use. $300 is nothing to sneeze at.
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    Also pretty excited, possibly making a huge prepping purchase. I'm on the verge of buying a 12 valve cummins diesel. Easily convertible to fully non electric. The engine itself will run without electricity. Starting is my only challenge. I believe it can be bypassed.
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  10. 10-28-2013, 06:48 PM #30
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    nice dude! This is looking awesome
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