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Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-09-2019, 01:19 AM
Replies: 348
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Posted By k corbin
Grace, Jonathan has not logged into this...

Grace,

Jonathan has not logged into this forum for more than a year. He quit posting without saying why.



That is OK, people do move on, they finish projects, sell them, family needs...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 02-02-2017, 10:00 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
I think you have a potentially good solution. The...

I think you have a potentially good solution. The solution to stabilization with better support might be to have fabricated a metal plate with holes through it for the studs and the center removed to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 12-11-2016, 09:57 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
As I recall you are still missing an upright...

As I recall you are still missing an upright support near the door, that will help constrain movement. Constraint of movement is the key. I suspect the door itself is much more stable than the shell....
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 11-01-2016, 10:33 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
For the structural upright support near the door....

For the structural upright support near the door. See section 3.0.1 with image describing an active core stringer. Piece of plywood cut to curve shape and then fiberglass over it attaching it to the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 10-08-2016, 04:45 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
A low counter surface below where coats hang is...

A low counter surface below where coats hang is not a bad idea. At least you can put a drip catch pan there for those soggy camping weekends.

Of course I am thinking of that since I just got back...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-18-2016, 02:33 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
https://www.filmofilia.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/...

https://www.filmofilia.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/07/frankenweenie.jpg
What fun to get out on the road with it! Shake down cruise! I used to spend overtime hours out at the flight line at Boeing...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-14-2016, 07:06 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
it is very difficult to seal a patina in place as...

it is very difficult to seal a patina in place as they tend to be a powder like coating. Think about how the oxidized surface of your trailer changes when waxed :)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 09-02-2016, 07:12 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
That will look a lot like herding pigs in mud but...

That will look a lot like herding pigs in mud but maybe even pigs would not care to get that covered in mud!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-29-2016, 06:21 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
:eek:Wait a darned minute there Jonathan, how are...

:eek:Wait a darned minute there Jonathan, how are all of us going to get by without our weekend dose of your remodel madness when you go off and play? Not that supervisors get to play but ...you...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2016, 07:40 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Good thinking Johathan! Those overlaps of...

Good thinking Johathan!

Those overlaps of the lattice and plywood layers mean it won't come apart on bumpy roads. In some ways that framing is acting as another layer in the plywood because...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2016, 01:35 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/karins-camp...

https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f56/karins-campster-renovation-74938-13.html
Why not start a thread on that missing closet? I am sure you will get lots of input. But do post lots of photos and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-28-2016, 01:32 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
People with OCD will have a very hard time of it...

People with OCD will have a very hard time of it when renovating an old FGRV. :D
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2016, 09:10 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Nothing square to refer to or from on a...

Nothing square to refer to or from on a fiberglass shell. Welcome to my world :)

At least the Campsters and Compacts have more flat planes than a Casita. Not that I actually do have any truly flat...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-27-2016, 11:08 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
that heat sounds miserable!!! Today's high...

that heat sounds miserable!!!

Today's high in Seattle 71 degrees. Just right for getting work done!
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-26-2016, 01:45 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
The Scamper mattress does not seem at all...

The Scamper mattress does not seem at all overpriced for a mattress, especially for one that is somewhat unique and limited in production quantities.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-24-2016, 06:19 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
your family must be getting excited about going...

your family must be getting excited about going camping since it won't be much longer till it is back on wheels and rolling down the road.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-20-2016, 10:57 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
If it is collapsing the shell that means you need...

If it is collapsing the shell that means you need a fresh exterior air source for an intake to offset the pressure. Yes the AC will work a little harder but you will find a balance point and it won't...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-17-2016, 08:06 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
This is why they build in raised curbs on RV roof...

This is why they build in raised curbs on RV roof vents. If you have any clearance space for fitting under your garage door opening then build a mounting ring to put under the skylight.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-13-2016, 11:57 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
... for your upper cabinet gap. This is what they...

... for your upper cabinet gap. This is what they sealed that gap with in my Sunrader RV.
Gimp and Welt - Vintage Trailer Shop (https://www.vintagetrailershop.com/29-moulding-and-trim)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-11-2016, 11:18 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
My favorite for template making is the big flat...

My favorite for template making is the big flat sheets of cardboard that goes between layers of stuff stacked on pallets, I love it when I find that stuff in the recycling dumpster :okra
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-09-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Nope, sorry it is too late to trade temperature,...

Nope, sorry it is too late to trade temperature, it is going to climb steadily the next few days ending in the mid 80s by the weekend. We have roller coaster summer weather as the mountains to the...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-07-2016, 11:54 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Switching to working on the interior for those...

Switching to working on the interior for those nearing completion rewards was a good tactic to keep yourself moving forward after reaching burnout on the exterior. But of course being August it also...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 08-06-2016, 05:29 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
I realized what the exterior of the trailer...

I realized what the exterior of the trailer reminds me of. A home for a character from a cartoon such as Nightmare before Christmas where it matches the costumes made from assorted patchwork clothing...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-30-2016, 02:18 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
I don't consider time sitting there staring at...

I don't consider time sitting there staring at the project to be totally wasted time. You do need to stop and evaluate and think and absorb the visual space. Your brain is busy recording and working...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-25-2016, 06:23 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Doors are such a drag to align and the shape of...

Doors are such a drag to align and the shape of your door takes it way beyond the normal into a quantum number.

As far as the look of the exterior I think it is approaching the look some avant...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-24-2016, 04:41 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
My friend said we should build fiberglass troughs...

My friend said we should build fiberglass troughs with drains to the exterior under each window. Now there is a concept :)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-19-2016, 05:54 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
found something for you ... a whole page full of...

found something for you ... a whole page full of low profile vents, prices are all over the place but some are very reasonable.
Hinged Hatches...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-15-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
I think most people have understandable emotional...

I think most people have understandable emotional reactions to seeing mold and other types of growths in something that is their space even when it is not toxic mold. It is much akin to the feeling...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-14-2016, 07:30 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Just one quick tip, I keep my butyl tape in the...

Just one quick tip, I keep my butyl tape in the fridge and when working in the summer time I only bring it out right when I need it. It is so much easier to apply when it is not overly soft and...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-07-2016, 07:54 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
After watching the video I realized you would...

After watching the video I realized you would need to fabricate a flange to set it on. But that would not be beyond your skill level, you seem to have some "mad skills" of your own :) It does look to...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-06-2016, 11:32 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
low profile roof vent

A VW van was at the office here the other day. We have a space upstairs so when I looked down and saw that he had a very low profile skylight on top. Much lower than the typical RV skylight.

I...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-06-2016, 08:38 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
set it under the sprinkler and wet sand it... be...

set it under the sprinkler and wet sand it... be cool :cool:
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-04-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
That is quite the biology project you have going...

That is quite the biology project you have going there. Perfect for grossing out the girls at school on "weird science day" :eek:

For a scattered day you got quite a bit done. At this stage in a...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 07-02-2016, 08:07 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Good Butyl, I have been using the exact same...

Good Butyl, I have been using the exact same product. I found a discount deal for a 5 roll pack of it also from Amazon. ...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-25-2016, 03:54 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
The Kilz company says it does not kill mold on...

The Kilz company says it does not kill mold on the substrate it is applied to and it will not prevent that mold from regrowth.

My motivation in asking the question was not criticism of what he...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-23-2016, 10:04 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
plywood will be installed over it.

plywood will be installed over it.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-22-2016, 10:05 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
Why did you paint that surface that is inside of...

Why did you paint that surface that is inside of the trailer with Kilz? What benefit did that step provide? I am scratching my head over that one .
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-19-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
What a great weekend you had progess wise. It all...

What a great weekend you had progess wise. It all looks great.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-18-2016, 05:42 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
You are making great progress. Recycling rocks! ...

You are making great progress. Recycling rocks!

When the minor deities who are responsible for distributing side of the road (kill ;) ) offerings present you with something you have been looking...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-13-2016, 09:41 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
They are called His and Hers Sunroofs. Several...

They are called His and Hers Sunroofs. Several sellers on Ebay, this one is a well known company.
CRL SFC 17 x 17 His 'N Hers Sunroof with Universal Trim Ring High | eBay...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-13-2016, 09:36 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
That frame looks to be in good shape, I think you...

That frame looks to be in good shape, I think you got lucky with that part of the project :)
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-11-2016, 08:11 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
since you need/want a low profile vent. ...

since you need/want a low profile vent.

Think Sun Roof. The expedition portal has some projects on creating bugs screens and 12volt fans to use with them. You can get sun roofs that are as small...
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-11-2016, 07:52 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
How about using a pressure washer. Is there...

How about using a pressure washer. Is there anything left in there that it would hurt? Don't you have a bunch of drain hole options from fasteners you wanted to remove?
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-08-2016, 01:23 AM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
One day at a time and a couple of some fists...

One day at a time and a couple of some fists full(s) of $100.00 bills will get you there.
Forum: Modifications, Alterations and Updates 06-05-2016, 03:01 PM
Replies: 348
Views: 97,948
Posted By k corbin
plywood floor decisions...to fiberglass, epoxy or...

plywood floor decisions...to fiberglass, epoxy or not to do either?

Reasons for making a decision to put fiberglass cloth and resin on both sides of plywood flooring. You would do this if your...
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