I wish I had seen this four years ago. I started a tear drop from scratch in Jan '20 and finished it a few months ago. Worked on it about an hour in the evenings. Mistakes and the subsequent do-overs cost about two years. But we love the finished product. The biggest killer was indecision. I finished the frame then decided to put a gull wing door on one side, then double doors to match on the other side (good for a breeze in Florida). Since the doors interfered with the wheels I had to do some more welding and move the wheels back 9 inches and down 2 inches. We took it out three weeks ago and it pulled and slept really well. It was originally intended as a sleeper not a camper but we've changed our mind; now I need to put something for a galley (just a shelf) to attach to the back end.
I have Tony’s book and even though I did not read it cover to cover it was a great reference when I built mine. I like the mods I have made too. Using my teardrop in the real world has taught me my own preferences. I liked that you guys planned that trip. Bugs and all. Nice thing about trips like that is unplugging. Sensory overload is what I notice when I get home from long camping trips.
Randall, I enjoyed watching your video series on the trip. Looks like you all had a great time and saw some beautiful sights. I noticed in this video everyone one was bundled up and swatting insects, except Tony. He must be used to all that.
I wish I had seen this four years ago. I started a tear drop from scratch in Jan '20 and finished it a few months ago. Worked on it about an hour in the evenings. Mistakes and the subsequent do-overs cost about two years. But we love the finished product. The biggest killer was indecision. I finished the frame then decided to put a gull wing door on one side, then double doors to match on the other side (good for a breeze in Florida). Since the doors interfered with the wheels I had to do some more welding and move the wheels back 9 inches and down 2 inches. We took it out three weeks ago and it pulled and slept really well. It was originally intended as a sleeper not a camper but we've changed our mind; now I need to put something for a galley (just a shelf) to attach to the back end.
Oh wow, well at least it's finished. Where in Florida?
I have Tony’s book and even though I did not read it cover to cover it was a great reference when I built mine.
I like the mods I have made too.
Using my teardrop in the real world has taught me my own preferences.
I liked that you guys planned that trip. Bugs and all. Nice thing about trips like that is unplugging.
Sensory overload is what I notice when I get home from long camping trips.
It's nice being out and away from the tech.
Randall, I enjoyed watching your video series on the trip. Looks like you all had a great time and saw some beautiful sights. I noticed in this video everyone one was bundled up and swatting insects, except Tony. He must be used to all that.
Thank you, it's a big change from what we are used to for sure. Thanks for the comment.