We have started construction on a Teardrop
trailer to pull behind our '47 Packard, 54 Chevy wagon, and '03
S-10. The place we are going will dictate which car tows
it. The trailer is loosely based on plans from DesertTeardrops,
using their outline as a guide with the rest our own design.
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First picture of the Frame. Still waiting for spring hardware. Got shipment of steel April 18th. |
Side after dado cuts made. April 25th |
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Finally on wheels! April 30th |
Kitchen Items Set in
Place
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Cutting the Door. I
waited till this stage to ensure
proper spacing around front of fender, interior features. May 1st
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First stage of cabinet work in
bedroom
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Wiring in place, adding
insulation May 8th
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Trim on one side. Oak will
darken slightly with varnish. Holes on top side pieces will get
covered with top material trim. May 17th
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First outing at the local cruise
night, July 9th (after taking a month off for vacation) Door,
Rear Hatch, and interior still need to be finished Being towed by
the 54 Chevy wagon, got the custom hitch made the day before this
picture was taken.
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Frame of rear hatch
in place on back. Upper section will be covered with the same
material as roof, lower sections are exposed oak that have tounge
and groove cedar behind, stained to match the sides. I'm trying
this to get a different look on the back and have enough material for
strength since both sides of the cedar will be visible. August 8th
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Side door
installed with custom hinges made from 1/8 and 3/16 steel with brass
plating
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At the Fall
Colors Car Show in Bishop, California, Oct 2005
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Trailer behind 54 Chevy |
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