Skersfan's New Shuttle Pod Trailer Build...

[SWITAWI]

The Shuttle Pod... Ouray Base Camp... This thing has spawned several names already. Since the builder was kind enough to share his build with me I'm returning the favor by posting it for him.

Skersfan - Here is the frame for my new trailer. It will be a sleep inside deal. Very aggressive tear drop type, but looks like the space shuttle, fiberglass walls, sleep inside, air conditioning, temperpedic mattress, heat, hot & cold water,stove, fridge, spare tire, generators(2). Hope to have it rolling by Thrill On The Hill



Skersfan - This trailer will set the off road group on its ear I think. Nothing like it. The only problem is the width, so it will most likely become a base camp trailer, capable of any road, but to wide for some trails. Still a slight bit narrower than the FJ Cruiser, but not as trail worthy as my expedition trailers.

Skersfan - I should have walls done today, they are being bent at All Pro. I am stopping at Stellar trailers today to look at the fiberglass panels. If they are what I want I will order them Thursday with a one week turn around.

Skersfan - The water tanks are under the trailer, and will have access from inside the trailer, under a trap door. 22 gallons of water at axle level will help stability of the trailer for sure. I am very excited about this trailer.





Skersfan - Trailer is coming along quite well. Waiting on some parts to put in, stove, water heater, shower. The tanks are in and set under the floor. The back wall is up, but have noticed a correction needed on the roof. Will have to cut the front cross member and move it forward 1/5 inch. The wiring will be the next project, speaker wires for outdoor speaker, upper marker lights, porch light, outside lights, and interrior lights.

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Skersfan - Picked up plywood for the walls and roof today, picked up hot water heater. Should have the shower, water heater door, stove and sink tomorrow. Hope to have them in by tomorrow nite. I have not heard from the glass guys for the walls, so will give them a call tomorrow.




More to come...

[Titanpat57]

Fantastic build and excellent workmanship !!!!!

Cant wait to see the finishes come together.

[loren85022]

Definitely a unique size. Any chance there's drawings of the design?

[indiedog]

Very very interesting. Looks like the mother of all off road teardrops about to be born! Keen to see the rest.

Oh, and how cool is that garage!!!!!

[tassie tiger]

Forget the camper......whats the story with that way out shed...

Never seen anything like that down under. Can you tell me what the design is called or maybe a link?

cool camper too!

[SWITAWI]

Fantastic build and excellent workmanship !!!!! Cant wait to see the finishes come together.

Coming from one of the best DIY builders, that is high praise. I'll be sure to pass it along, Pat.

Definitely a unique size. Any chance there's drawings of the design?

I haven't seen any drawings and I'm not even sure there are any other than napkin scribblings, 'cause this thing went together fast. Skersfan is in California while I am in Texas, and we have only corresponded over the net. I'll post some of his remarks from another forum in a bit.

Very very interesting. Looks like the mother of all off road teardrops about to be born! Keen to see the rest. Oh, and how cool is that garage!!!!!

Forget the camper......whats the story with that way out shed... Never seen anything like that down under. Can you tell me what the design is called or maybe a link? Cool camper too!

G'day fellas! The builder tells me the only thing holding this trailer back from serious hardcore trails is the sheer size. He designed this one for actual comfort and convenience, hence the largeish outer dimensions. However, he does say that it is strong enough to dragged anywhere as long as it can squeeze through.

The building is a pretty common design here in the states, and there are lots of companies that make them. Some can be installed/erected for you and some can even be shipped in as kits for the owner to tackle themselves. Here's a few links I found for you...
http://futuresteel.com/
http://usbuildingsdirect.com/
http://www.olympiabuildings.com/resi...-buildings.htm

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On with the pictures...


That's his previous trailer build above at the right.

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And it's time to let the builder chime in here... I have taken his comments and added to the appropriate set of pictures, so be sure to go back to the beginning to get the story behind the build in his words. Apologies to all for not inserting them before.

[F4B UP]

And it's time to let the builder chime in here... I have taken his comments and added to the appropriate set of pictures, so be sure to go back to the beginning to get the story behind the build in his words. Apologies to all for not inserting them before.

Hi where do you buy the doors and windows from? ANY links to sites who sell these please.