The start of my remodel

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SyrenSkywolf

SyrenSkywolf

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Ok, I haven't really gotten anything done yet, aside from tearing out some of the ceiling, but for those interested, I built a simple website to chronicle the remodeling. It also has a basic page of what we did to get the motorhome.

And I do mean simple. Nothing fancy, simple html stuff. I will post anytime I update it, so you don't have to lurk  the site :]

http://silverskyproject.zzl.org/index.html Please note: It is image heavy. I wasn't in the mood to code in thumbnails, so it is all full size pictures.

We will be spending many nights after work (aka middle of the night) doing interior, quiet stuff to the motorhome (tearing out stuff, cleaning, etc), so I will wait until weekends or something to post updates on the site for that aspect. The weekends are reserved for noisier duties and roof repair.
 
Except for the roof leak (typical), that Tioga seems in remarkably good shape for its age. Bet it comes out looking real good when you finish. You obviously have the skills to do the job.
 
Mobile Home work is real nice. The owner had to be super pleased!
I can't wait to see your work on the RV.
J
 
He was pleased beyond belief. Through his own admission, he didn't think we would be able to do everything we did. "It IS Craigslist, after all" as he put it lol
 
34footer said:
What is the bracket for on the left front bumper?
J
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The guy I am renting a spot for my rv from called it an old man hitch or grandpa hitch (no offense to anyone here). As he put it, you would unhook your boat, hitch it to the front there, and drive it into the lake because backing in is apparently too difficult for some :p
 
SyrenSkywolf said:
you would unhook your boat, hitch it to the front there, and drive it into the lake because backing in is apparently too difficult for some :p
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On a 2 rear wheel drive vehicle it keeps the drive wheels out of the water for better traction.
 
Ned said:
On a 2 rear wheel drive vehicle it keeps the drive wheels out of the water for better traction.
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I like your explanation better, from a technical standpoint. I've always backed in, even with 2 wheel drive vehicles and never had an issue though :p
 
Good looking job on the mobile home skirting.  He should have been pleased with it.  My hats off to you for taking on the MH remodel.  Looks like you're going to be able to get her into great shape with your skills and bravery!  Keep us posted.  8)
 
Updated. Some pictures of what I shall be looking forward too. We go out nightly, and do what we can (aka 2-4am). All the major noisy stuff will be limited to the weekends. This weekend I will tackle removing the front of the bunk.

I can tell I didn't look too close last time. Didn't even realize it was a metal frame lol. Makes my job easier.

New stuff: http://silverskyproject.zzl.org/062411.html
 
I wish I could find the thread I was looking at the other day.  It was a guy that remodeled the hangover of his Class C for exactly the same reason.....leak.  He did an awesome job and a great right up with photos.
 
This may be the one you are looking for.
http://www.rvforum.net/SMF_forum/index.php?topic=25767.msg332505#msg332505
J
 
I think it starts here.
http://www.rvforum.net/SMF_forum/index.php?topic=25767.0
J
 
Yeah, I've browsed quite a few topics and peoples websites showing  their work once we decided to accept the deal for this one. I already knew the kind of work it could take on a trailer, but wanted to find out about the front of Class C's.

I already document any project I undertake, so I figured I'd post mine up as well for others to see.
 
http://silverskyproject.zzl.org/062511.html

The tear-out. Everything except for the chip board on the roof is out. Will start framing tomorrow!
 
On a 2 rear wheel drive vehicle it keeps the drive wheels out of the water for better traction
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  That's the good news.  The bad news is that there is weight transfer to the front wheels and off the rear drive wheels because you're facing down hill.  Therefore the rear drive axle won't have as much traction.
 
http://silverskyproject.zzl.org/062611.html

New osb on roof in front, new bed, new framing in front. Forgot how much 3/4 hardwood plywood was compared to standard plywood :eek:

But boy, is it a lot more solid than standard, and almost no flex to it. The bed is one area NOT to cut corners in costs of supplies.

I have one more length of 2x2 left. Going to fit  that in on the underside of the roof where the front aluminum panel screws down. Originally was only screwed (or was it nailed?) into the osb. Should give a lot more stability and strength up there.
 
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