Cabinet Doors

[fidgetboy]

Well the weekend project is pretty much completed replaced the cabinet doors in the old 73' Boler. I decided to use 1/2" prefinished good two side birch plywood. Decided I didn't want the big ol nasty latches like the factory so opted for spring loaded hinges and a inset door magnets (being shipped). Also, to cut down on weight we opted for a 1" round finger hole instead of a pull. Also decided to leave the edge grain exposed on the plywood and put a small chamfer on the face side with my router the exposed edge was then treated to two coats of varathane finish. Here are some pics of the finished product.

[fidgetboy]

Next projects table, flooring and baby proof bunk for 15 month old boy.

[Donna D.]

Jason, that looks very, very nice! You got to that quickly (she says 'cause she didn't do it). Thanks for sharing the pics

[LukeP]

nice indeed! did you change your hinge placement?

[fidgetboy]

Luke hinge placement was exactly the same. It is nice that they have not changed hinges much in the last 39 years. I went a little bit larger with the doors to hide the latch side holes. Here is a link to the magnetic catch that I have on order. Magnetic Catch For Inset Doors - Rockler Woodworking Tools Also, I got the flooring down this afternoon just need to tidy up and post pics tomorrow.

[LukeP]

interesting - my hinges are on the other side. they're in dire need of replacing tho, so I'm interested in your project.

I too like the idea of a hidden latch, my only fear of magnetic is if they'd stay shut on a really rough road? we've been on a few that our old latches have opened - but because the current hinges aren't solid - I'm not sure it's all the issue of the latches themselves. Thanks for the link!

[fidgetboy]

Luke that is why I have used the spring hinges as well. I am hoping in combination it will work.

[fidgetboy]

Here are a few pictures of the completed laminate flooring much better than the carpet that was in previous. Also, started building a new table today out of 3/4" good two side prefinished birch same look as the cabinets. Just need to varathane the cut edges and install the leg tomorrow. Will post pics when complete.

[fidgetboy]

Well pretty much finished off the table and extension as seen below. Decided to order a new table leg from vintage trailer supply, once thats in it will be ready for use. Matches the cabinets quite well. I decided to put two more coats of varathane on top of the prefinish as this will get quite a bit of use.

[theresa p]

i like your extension--well, actually, i like everything! good work.

[melissab]

That birch is georgeous! Really classy!

[avfn]

Very nice!!

[David B.]

You did a very nice job on your project. I had solved the cabinet door opening up on very rough 4x4 trails/roads by installing "PHLIP-IT" latches on all my doors. They are hidden when unlatched, and barely visible when latched. I got them from Phlip-It RV Cabinet Latches They are a little pricey but will outlast the Scamp, and can be removed to be installed in my new future egg at some point.
Happy Trails

[karinw]

Wow.... I am inspired and have hope...
Thank you
looks awesome

[Donnatravelling]

Love your project -- great looking and very practical. Thanks for sharing and especially including pics!

[fidgetboy]

Thanks for all the comments. I am now researching the next on the to do list baby proofing the bottom bunk for my 15 month old. Any suggestions are appreciated.

[Donna D.]

Originally Posted by fidgetboy

Thanks for all the comments. I am now researching the next on the to do list baby proofing the bottom bunk for my 15 month old. Any suggestions are appreciated.

Yeah! This one! http://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f...ion-24663.html

[LukeP]

Originally Posted by fidgetboy

Thanks for all the comments. I am now researching the next on the to do list baby proofing the bottom bunk for my 15 month old. Any suggestions are appreciated.

Last year I tried the portable bed guards designed for a regular bed... the foam/mattress was too soft to really keep it in place. It was a bit bulky and a pain to store anyway.

This year, I'm going to try something like this (will make sure to get the right length, but this is the basic idea):
Amazon.com: Cargo Net Hammock Style by Bell Automotive: Automotive

Should pack easy when not in use, will go around the bunkbed supports w/o issue, and it's not a permanent alteration that I'll regret when the kids stop rolling out of the bottom bunk! I will need to mount clips in to fasten this to, but they should be out of sight for the most part.

Who knows, maybe I'll find it doesn't work and be on Plan C next season...

[fidgetboy]

Thanks for the link I originally was thinking about something similar to what you posted, I am just not sure about the hole size in the netting. I think I may order one and try it out anyways as the price isnt too crazy.

[LukeP]

Originally Posted by fidgetboy

Thanks for the link I originally was thinking about something similar to what you posted, I am just not sure about the hole size in the netting. I think I may order one and try it out anyways as the price isnt too crazy.

Jason, are you wondering if the holes are too big? If going by the rule of thumb that the opening is okay if a soda can can't fit thru - then some of these would probably be fine - others maybe not.

Another option to explore is an actual truck bed net-tailgate... some are closer to solid webbing instead of nylon bungees.

My youngest is almost 3 yrs old, so I'm looking for options to simply keep her from rolling out unexpectedly - more than options to keep her from being able to get out when she wakes up. Your needs with a 15 mo old may be both!