1972 Compact Jr

[Cliff]

Rick,

Good job! Thanks for the extra pictures. Just a little hesitant on putting holes in the roof. If sealed properly, it wouldn't be a problem, but still. Looks like the extra cedar ribs gives you an extra handle to push the top up.

Changing the subject a bit, I noticed you don't have insulation in the interior. I have yet to camp in the Compact, but some of the later models seem to have insulation. Can you comment on lack of insulation. I have it stripped down to the shell, and after seeing a few new Casitas, I am wondering if I should try applying insulation and carpet on the walls inside. Those walls on the CJ are sure thin.

[Rick Brown]

I noticed that to. We have camped in 80 to 85 weather and the air conditioner has kept it cool and have camped in 40 weather with just a cube ceramic heater and it was to hot with heater on low. We have not had a problem with condensation on the walls or ceiling, why I don't know. I do have insulation on the walls behind my storage closet. I used a hot water heater blanket for this and it worked out very good.
Rick