'02 Skyline Aljo Scout remodel

[DeckArtist]

See the demo of the slide out thread here...https://www.rvforum.net/threads/demoed-the-slide-about-50-today.142143/

Today I got the rafters up and the grid filled in of cross rafters for the plywood decking 3/8" to be installed. I had hoped to get the plywood on it and the felt paper as well, but the rain started much earlier than the weatherman said [normal for Texas]

Got the rounded window corner pieces ordered and they will be here this next week. several days of rain and sleet scheduled so I won't get a lot done outside, but I may be able to work inside on the bed frame.

 

[DeckArtist]

So between rain waves I did manage to get the 3/8" plywood decking up and the 30# felt tacked on. Also got the tarp back on over the slideout before the rain started again. It was dark when I got finished

 

[DeckArtist]

Finally the ice has melted in Texas and Friday I was able to get back to the Aljo and finish the slideout and bed framing. Yesterday, I found a good deal in FW on Cedar shiplap siding and bought enough for one interior wall and the exterior of the slide. It is virtually the same weight as the metal it is replacing and will be very unique. Not sure what stain I will be using yet. Also got my rounded corners in the mail from Affordable RV!

 

[jackiemac]

Looks good!!

 

[DeckArtist]

Thanks!

 

[DeckArtist]

Outside of the slide-out is clad in cedar shiplap, temporary roll roofing is on the roof [just the slide-out], Liquid Rubber sprayed on the edges where I found a few small tears in the EPDM, one interior wall has the same shiplap and ordered the flat sheet metal for the roof today. Floor has now been doubled to 1 1/4" with the joints staggered and is much better. Bed frame has been closed in on three sides, the end will remain open for a cat hiding place and business records file boxes.

Got home and the rain had begun so I was anxious to see how I did....and....no leaks! Still going to clean the EPDM and roll on Liquid Rubber or Jetcoat at some point, but it isn't imperative just yet.

More shiplap to come as I am doing all three slide-out walls as well...inside will get clear poly and outside will get Dark Walnut Ready Seal.

 

[jackiemac]

Looks like a tiny house. Great that you've no leaks!!

 

[DeckArtist]

That's kind of my goal. At 300 sq.ft. it would qualify for sure.

 

[DeckArtist]

Yesterday the roofing panels went on...26 gauge R-panel base metal [flat roll], two layers to cover the whole 45". [It comes in a 43" roll width]. Doubled it up to get a 3" overhang. Since it will only get moved twice from here on out, the lack of a vertical and horizontal flange to seal against the main body of the RV is not an issue.

Today I got the majority of the foil backed R-5 insulation in. Only a few panels left to fill tomorrow in the ceiling. Tomorrow I am picking up the rest of the cedar shiplap for the inside of the walls of the slideout. Inside will get clear sealer, outside will get Dark Walnut Ready Seal stain.

 

[jackiemac]

You're doing well!

 

[DeckArtist]

Thanks, got the rest of the insulation up today in the ceiling of the slideout. Also picked up the rest of the cedar shiplap in FW this afternoon.

 

[jackiemac]

That's great! It's going to be cosy.

 

[DeckArtist]

Should be finished with the shiplap in the slideout by lunchtime tomorrow.

 

[DeckArtist]

The woodworking is now almost complete. Once the flooring [sheet vinyl] goes in, I will add the White Oak base molding to match the White Oak trim under the ceiling. I used Lauan plywood for the ceiling [Almost $30 a sheet?] with cedar strips over the joiner area and a second strip to match.

Staining tomorrow if the sawmill work goes quickly. Have a five log job to cut.

 

[jackiemac]

Looks good. Hopefully it's not too heavy.

I don't know anything about that stuff but was just a thought.

 

[DeckArtist]

I figure i am up about 200 pounds or so. Cedar is very light, especially when it is kiln dried like the shiplap is. I doubt that will be a problem since the slide is designed to move in and out with the storage compartment full, something I have eliminated.

 

[DeckArtist]

Today I ran the electrical from the corner of the slideout to the outside, then straight through the wall to the inside where the original plug was. I didn't want to run it through the wall from the corner like it had been because I am a freak for exterior plugs being on both sides of the RV.

But first I stained the exterior cedar shiplap. I couldn't decide between Dark Walnut or Burnt Hickory, so....I did two coats using both colors. First up was Dark Walnut, then Burnt Hickory. Custom color if you will.

 

[jackiemac]

Nice!

 

[DeckArtist]

Today I reset the five windows that needed new butyl tape and got them caulked in around the perimeter. It is going to rain early this morning and I wanted it dried in. Also got another bit of FlexTape up top on the only crack in the EPDM left to cover. I had sprayed it with liquid rubber, but then I saw the label that said do not use on EPDM so I thought I better cover it.

I wish I had time to paint all the window frames black but I don't.

 

[DeckArtist]

Today after work I got the electrical run for the new water heater and framed the shower wall and water heater shelf. Also demo'ed the wall to the left of the fridge and will leave it out of the new plan since I am going to have a different fridge, a 13.5 cu.ft. home unit.