I work on windows for a living and if it's one thing I've learned, don't bury that frame so you can't take it apart in the future. Windows break and windows leak. You'll want to be able to remove that frame with out tearing apart your wall. Just another thought, with mounting that slider to the front of trailer, any worry about the wind driving water around it during highway speeds. Those sliders don't seal the best. Something to think about.
Those windows are weird. I've never seen ones that use screws to draw the halves together. Usually, you would use screws on the outside and draw that to the framing. Then the same on the inside.
The window frame should be sandwiched between the outer skin and the finished interior wall surface. I converted a cargo trailer into a travel trailer. I've had no leaks with my 4 windows installed that way in 6 years of full-time use.
Eddie is coming along nicely. To solve your window challenge I would remove the windows and glue or epoxy a hardwood of your choice around the opening and then cut that to match the space you need to fill. Drill holes for mounting the windows and stain it black to match the frames color. Use a polyurethane to seal. Possibly semigloss or gloss, whichever matches the metal frame better. Thanks for sharing the build.
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Just a thought. . .black Gorilla tape (or better TRex tape) over the gap, and then place the trim over the tape. I have used TRex to repair exterior camper roofs and other metal parts, so should work on your window.
Great video Sir, you have inspired me to take on a similar project I've been ducking for some time. I always enjoy your a content. By the way, its looking amazing.
Go to local box box store and get a peice of plexiglass about the same thickness. Then make a collar/spacer using the window parts as a template. Once cut a router can make it smooth and look like its supposed to be there. Good luck !
Great inspiring project. I just completed building one. At the moment it is used as a fishing camp on a frozen lake (Hebertville, QC). I used aluminium windows as you did, but the windows and door frost and generate lots of condensation which is dripping inside. I am thinking of replacing the both door and windows with wooden ones I will make. How do you manage condensation in yours?
If you don't like the caulking idea, how about black rubber floor mats, and cut them down on the tablesaw to the required width and fit the strips into the gap. If you cut them a hair oversized, then it'll be a squished-in fit and should fit tight and stay put, AND it's pretty easy to rip out if you need to repair or work on it.
Hi great video just a though why not use a Diesel in van heater / hot water, in place of the wood stove they don't take up much room and they don't smell ( hot water& a hot van to boot). Just a though, keep up the good work.
I don't think COVID had anything to do with the windows. I have planned, re-plaaned, and re-re-planned a trailer build here in Canada as well, and in my experience, finding doors, windows, and other trailer parts is exceedingly difficult here. Vintage trailers out of the US has loads, but then you're looking at exchange, customs, and shipping. It's funny that the country that makes Timbren axles for trailers, is sadly lacking on most other trailer parts.
Take the time to hook up the trailer and travel to Elkhart Indiana, stop at any rv factory, there you'll find a plethora of ideas and Amish men to given you idea's
I work on windows for a living and if it's one thing I've learned, don't bury that frame so you can't take it apart in the future. Windows break and windows leak. You'll want to be able to remove that frame with out tearing apart your wall. Just another thought, with mounting that slider to the front of trailer, any worry about the wind driving water around it during highway speeds. Those sliders don't seal the best. Something to think about.
Because it's on the front I'm planning on having a protective cover over the window during driving.
Those windows are weird. I've never seen ones that use screws to draw the halves together. Usually, you would use screws on the outside and draw that to the framing. Then the same on the inside.
Good idea to treat Eddie like a tent for a couple of trips to validate/tweak your layout plans.
You absolutely will not regret the toilet/shower. It's looking great!
Your build is looking great. Giving your trailer some test runs before finalizing the interior layout is a great idea. 💯❤👍
Thanks a bunch!
I’m hooked on this project Big Scott, something about building, remodeling etc. is a great joy.~ML&Aloha Your Boy Kekoa&Ohana.🤙🏾🤎💪🏾🧰🛠
You and me both!
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The window frame should be sandwiched between the outer skin and the finished interior wall surface. I converted a cargo trailer into a travel trailer. I've had no leaks with my 4 windows installed that way in 6 years of full-time use.
Keep them coming.
Will do. Thanks
High quality black silicon caulking, applied with care, would probably look factory for that gap.
The “applied with care” part is usually my challenge. 😂
Great videos Scott. Wood stove check Grizzly or small European or Marine (sail boat) wood stove. Thanks again.
I have my eye on the Grizzly.
Eddie is coming along nicely. To solve your window challenge I would remove the windows and glue or epoxy a hardwood of your choice around the opening and then cut that to match the space you need to fill. Drill holes for mounting the windows and stain it black to match the frames color. Use a polyurethane to seal. Possibly semigloss or gloss, whichever matches the metal frame better. Thanks for sharing the build.
Thanks. That’s a good approach.
Hermoso proyecto felicitaciones, saludos desde Chile
Thanks Scott!
You're welcome!
Wonderful work
Thank you! Cheers!
My thought is to fill the gap with some rubber weather stripping with the screws passing through the weather stripping.
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Thanks for your support Donald.
Just a thought. . .black Gorilla tape (or better TRex tape) over the gap, and then place the trim over the tape. I have used TRex to repair exterior camper roofs and other metal parts, so should work on your window.
Great video Sir, you have inspired me to take on a similar project I've been ducking for some time. I always enjoy your a content. By the way, its looking amazing.
Thank you.
Go to local box box store and get a peice of plexiglass about the same thickness. Then make a collar/spacer using the window parts as a template. Once cut a router can make it smooth and look like its supposed to be there. Good luck !
thanks for the idea.
I would fill up the gap at the windows with strips of wood and paint them black. Than do all the wiring, after that insulation and than the walls. 👍😁
Great inspiring project. I just completed building one. At the moment it is used as a fishing camp on a frozen lake (Hebertville, QC). I used aluminium windows as you did, but the windows and door frost and generate lots of condensation which is dripping inside. I am thinking of replacing the both door and windows with wooden ones I will make. How do you manage condensation in yours?
Caulk it or get new windows. Good conversation piece. Thanks for sharing.
You will figure it out. It all looks good....
If you don't like the caulking idea, how about black rubber floor mats, and cut them down on the tablesaw to the required width and fit the strips into the gap. If you cut them a hair oversized, then it'll be a squished-in fit and should fit tight and stay put, AND it's pretty easy to rip out if you need to repair or work on it.
(and I don't mean like household mats, I mean like those black/grey interlocking 2x2 rubber mats you can buy at Rona/HD. Something like that)
Good idea 👍
Hi great video just a though why not use a Diesel in van heater / hot water, in place of the wood stove they don't take up much room and they don't smell ( hot water& a hot van to boot). Just a though, keep up the good work.
Window problem; wrap with metal trim and use machine screws on the outside to a custom insert from McMaster- Carr or Misumi. Hope this helps.
Have to look into that.
You can use window screen frame,paint it dark brown and fill gaps.
Check out lifestyle overland last video on his land cruiser build where he used abs plastic to do his fender wells
I’ll have to check it out 👍
What is your budget and what is the cost of material when you finish?
I suggest a strip of aluminum painted black to fill that space on your windows. Your walls are thicker than standard!
I would fill the window gap with thick black rubber weatherstripping
I don't think COVID had anything to do with the windows. I have planned, re-plaaned, and re-re-planned a trailer build here in Canada as well, and in my experience, finding doors, windows, and other trailer parts is exceedingly difficult here. Vintage trailers out of the US has loads, but then you're looking at exchange, customs, and shipping. It's funny that the country that makes Timbren axles for trailers, is sadly lacking on most other trailer parts.
is there an easy way to watch these in order?
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Take the time to hook up the trailer and travel to Elkhart Indiana, stop at any rv factory, there you'll find a plethora of ideas and Amish men to given you idea's
Where do we get a Eddie T-shirt?!
Lol, I didn't make any more. Not exactly in high demand.
@@DrenalinAdventures cool shirt and my grandfathers nickname as well.