Sophia's Hauler...

[ArtW]

No, not a crime, you're building a Christmas present for you!

 

[galladanb]

Wow, luving the Uber mild temps!
Installed an entry assist handle, and secured the front end of the passenger side bed platform! Yeah!
Oh and also got some sound deader installed on the drivers side!

 

[galladanb]

Update...

Things have been slow, due to weather and budget. But...
The bed platform work has continued, and they are more secure now, and waiting for the plywood platform.
I installed the backup camera system that works thru the GPS system.
I'm going to order the roof fan / ventilation system tomorrow.
Our neighbor across the way brought over his air compressor for us to use to install the walls and ceiling. Now if we could afford to get the polyiso for the insulation package...
Moving forward, if only at a slow pace... SUCH FUN!

 

[bigsallysmom]

Awesome. Wow, those photos look like you have lots and lots of room.

How are you sealing your reflectix?

 

[galladanb]

Awesome.  Wow, those photos look like you have lots and lots of room.  

How are you sealing your reflectix?

I'm 6-2, so if I'm on my feet, my back is on the roof....

I have not put any up yet, the silver stuff there is Frost King duct insulation, the foam version, not Fiberglas....

I plan on creating packages by fitting the polyiso, then taking it out, gluing the reflectix down, putting a half inch layer of bubble wrap to the reflectix, then"bagging" the package with clear film type material, like heavy duty Saran Wrap. Then silver taping the edges, then install the package. Sounds like a lot of effort, but it will be more manageable, I think.

The plan is r1 + r6 + r6, foam, reflectix, and polyiso....

 

[galladanb]

Just got back from JoAnns...
Found and bought some crafting felt, about 12 yards at a fraction of what I was going to spend for the higher grade stuff. This will be used to cover all the plywood edges and wood surfaces!

Also for our bed mattress cover, we picked up what I think will be awesumm!

I actually had a fifty percent off coupon, but didn't get to use it, because the felt and upholstery material was on sale for half off already!

And the lady that helped us, told me to text to a number and type in coupon for a 20% off code.....

WOW!

 

[galladanb]

So today, I fixed a minor issue where the front passenger side fender had a broken bracket that was allowing the doors front edge to impact the fender....

Took forever, but I fixed it with an angle bracket and some screws, not GM approved. But it's fixed now!

 

[galladanb]

Well I'm happy to say, I think I have finished the bed boxes.
Was out there rocking with Pink Floyd, Seals an Crofts, and Credence Clearwater Revival!!!
I bet the neighbors were happy when I closed the backshop tonight, LOL! Snicker, Snicker!!!

Now I need to go get the platform plywood...

Here are some shots of them in their new home.

And of course Sophia had to check them out for approvals and installation acceptance.

 

[highdesertranger]

nice, Sophia must like it she is smiling. highdesertranger

 

[waldenbound]

Those platforms are cool looking. Nice work.

 

[TooManyDogs]

Looking great! It's nice that you'll be able to sit up in bed without bumping your head!

 

[galladanb]

My Sweet Sandy helped make us a privacy divider to separate the cabin from the cockpit...

We simply used a tension rod tucked into the crevice between the roof and side walls. It fits real nice in there and we can take them out to freshen them whenever we need to. All in about 75 bucks, for all the stuff needed for the front divider and the window curtains on the doors.

We made a quick little test, and it truly gets VERY dark in there with the windows covered up as well... Should be great for sleeping, privacy and stealth e ness...

 

[galladanb]

Front bumper got some freshening up yesterday.
Used some of the Rusteouloem Trim and Bumper paint... About seven bucks a can...

After...



Before...

 

[galladanb]

Meet a guy today off of Craigs and bought his two bar roof rack for $40.

And while we were there at the local wood shop, I bought the decking ply for the bed.

It's a little too cold today to be working out today, so I will fit all that tomorrow...

Such Fun!

 

[Gunny]

I've just got to commend you on your work with the van. And your choice in music.

Rob

 

[galladanb]

Today, I got the various pieces cut and edged, and I would have made the little cuts for the final fit and painted the inside surfaces. But omg, the wind was so strong today it kept blowing my doors closed....

And what the hey, I broke my jig saw blade! 
Dammmm, I've had that blade for dang near 30 years!
I was just starting to like it a lottttt!

And yes, it is either Smooth Jazz of Pink Floyd, I can go either way! Lol!

Thx, Gunny! We b roc n! Yo?

 

[Gunny]

From The Kingston Trio to Jimi Hendrix. And all points in between.

Rob

 

[galladanb]

UPDATES:

Sandy finished and installed the front curtains, complete with a black outer liner... YAY!!!



And because today is my birthday, A special package just arrived...



MaxxFan Deluxe 5100K, 10 speed, reversible, and rain shield!!!! Yeah Baby!!!!



Quick shot Of Sophie's Hauler before installation begins...

 

[galladanb]

Fan Install Update:

Got er Dun!!! Whew WHO!

I must say that this fan is whisper quiet at the slowest speed, and it lets ya know it on the high speed when you crank it.
VERY HIGHLY Satisfied with this bad boy!!!!

In our S&B, we usually sleep with the ceiling fan running slowly, and I don't think this will even be noticeable for us.
And at the mid speed, it still is VERY quiet!!!

From the back, in closed position...


From the back, in opened position...


From the side, fan down...


From the side, Fan open for business...

 

[highdesertranger]

very cool, good job. highdesertranger