How to Build a Travel Trailer - Rubber Roof Installation

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Welcome to Episode #8 of the Eddie series. In this video I'll show you how I prepped the plywood roof and why I made the modifications I did. Then I will install a rubber roof membrane over top of the plywood.
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@justingeorge17 Жыл бұрын

I have never seen a more thorough build for longevity and prevention in anything in my life. Kudos sir

@tmb9126 2 жыл бұрын

My Dad and my husband taught me how to frame! Praise God for men! Thank you for sharing this! God bless!

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

@TellTheTruth1 2 жыл бұрын

If you don’t want your roof to leak I would use a product called Pro Seal. It’s a two-part adhesive/sealant. It’s the same stuff that is used to seal pressurized aircraft. It is designed to flex and not break a seal. As you can research airplanes that are sealed with this stuff last for 25 30 40 years or even longer .

@richarde735 2 жыл бұрын

the HOA must be lovin’ this build

@jwiereng Жыл бұрын

I don't want to live in a place that forbid me from using my own driveway

@leemer1 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best DIY travel trailer build i`ve watched yet. Only thing different I would have done is for the roof trusses I would have used 2x6 and cut them in an arch so both ends of the piece are 4" and the very center is 6" to give the roof an arch and since plywood has a natural curve to it the curve would face down.

@bradleyjmortensen 2 жыл бұрын

Same thought here!

@ravenfeather7087 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. About the best DIY trailer build.

@gregoriodecker2692 Жыл бұрын

Plywood has a natural curve? Pretty sure it's flat by nature of multiple ply with grains going different directions.. glue and pressure so it is flat and stays flat

@user-ke5eu1pw5m 3 ай бұрын

Where to they grow these flat plywood trees?lol.@gregoriodecker2692

@DDLovett 2 жыл бұрын

Oh boy. Putting the rubber roof on had me perspiring just sitting here watching. I bet you were exhausted after that. Hoping you sat yourself down and had yourself a cold beer after. I know I did.

@williamdonnelly798 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good. That roof looked more like a two-person job. 😉

@prostockdetectors 2 жыл бұрын

I was in the RV business in Michigan from the late 50s until the late 80's and still enjoy camping. The two things to come along I have learned are bad ideas are slide outs and rubber roofs. One of the best things to appear for rubber roof and metal roof problems is the product flex seal. No this is not Phil Swift!

@bradleyjmortensen 2 жыл бұрын

What would you put the flex seal over? I’ve considered it on the bottom of my rig too, as opposed to his aluminum sheets

@sharonoddlyenough 2 жыл бұрын

I dread trying to fix something with flex seal coating it

@zorsts Жыл бұрын

I like that you are not worried about the cosmetics of the roof, overall the quality of your work is great, specially where it counts.

@sf017s4 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You earnt a beer or two on that job! Well done, it's looking fantastic.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@dwrivers47 2 жыл бұрын

I admire the thought and research that is going into this build. White - very good choice. Thanks Scott.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

You bet

@bradbandemer5845 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you covering every step of build n your thought process as well as final decision. Thanks Scott. Eddie is now 7 episodes old. Haha

@scottaxness3971 2 жыл бұрын

Loving your trailer build! Thank you for sharing it. You are too valuable to lose, please get yourself a couple good quality ladders. That one is for very light use, no leaning, no carrying loads. In other words, not a guy like you! One fall could stop you from doing all the cool activities you enjoy, for the rest of your life. Thanks again.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Funny, I've been thinking about getting a new one for years. If a new one shows up in a future video it will because of you. Lol. Thanks.

@Antihero-4132 2 жыл бұрын

Get your self a roller and should help with air bubbles and help it stick a little better. Awesome project!!!

@Steadfastly7 2 жыл бұрын

For anyone building something like this, to put the curve on the roof, cut the 2 x 4's with a curve before installing them to give you the curve you require. This will save the step of customizing pieces on top to give you the curve you desire. This will be quicker, easier and give you a truly uniform curve. Then, on the bottom side of the 2 x 4 screw a shim across the entire length of the 2 x 4 so the inside ceiling will all be the same height with no ripples.

@NorthernRetreat 2 жыл бұрын

Just about ready for adventure time! Informative video. 👍

@janetkoball44 Жыл бұрын

You do get it done. Looks so good. See you on the next one.

@fossilcreekkennels1973 2 жыл бұрын

scott you made me sub cause i want to see the finished trailer

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@kalbimdebenim 2 жыл бұрын

it's perfect eddie

@mobilewoodworking8804 Жыл бұрын

Wow I Am so impressed

@BraxxJuventa 2 жыл бұрын

Great progress Scott! 👍😁

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@ProducedBy10A Жыл бұрын

Well done man great build

@robertlaing 2 жыл бұрын

A bigger dough roller like for pizza may have helped. Nice work.

@thizizliz 2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Seems like a really solid plan.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I think so too!

@camp.fish.repeat 2 жыл бұрын

Was just thinking about this build today 🤙 it's beer o clock now and it pops up. Nice. Cheers from N Z

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

My favourite time of day 👍

@kekoamaunakea4473 2 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial Scott!! ML&Aloha 🤙🏾🤎💪🏾

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it!!

@catherinetalarski9249 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good, Scott. Soon you'll be on the trails of adventures.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@JetP20 2 жыл бұрын

I'm considering building one too, probably a pop up that would fit into a standard size garage.

@truckdawg43 2 жыл бұрын

I used to work on Semi-Trailers, go to a Dealership and get Seal Tape. It is a Tar ( Silicon wet ) tape that seals on one side, but the other side seals Dry. We used it to patch holes.

@richardbedard1245 2 жыл бұрын

I used this tape around my doors and windows of my cabin.

@jofus3604 2 жыл бұрын

Great job, you will have fine unit when finished! My only suggestion would have been to put a slight arch in the roof. This could have been accomplished with just a belt sander. Any flat roof, wood or metal, will eventually develop small sags which will collect water, dirt and leaves, then mildew causing future problems? An arched roof will stay cleaner for months longer than a flat one! It took the manufactures thirty years to discover this!

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Great points, I still have some plans for the roof. Solar panels etc.

@JeffWinter1 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good. Professional spray foam insulation would be a great way to, not only keep things warm, but reinforce and water seal the whole trailer. Only downfall is that ants LOVE foam so be careful.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I was planning on spray foam. Never heard of the ant problem :(

@JeffWinter1 2 жыл бұрын

@@DrenalinAdventures unfortunately I've seen them devour pink and blue foam sheets and canned spray foam. A spray of borax/water mix around the bottom of the trailer every once in a while ought to keep them at bay.

@GregRocheleau 2 жыл бұрын

I love your T-shirt.

@scottyellis3442 Жыл бұрын

Great build, I would have used a roller pin to roll the air bubbles out but it's easy for me to say that now, at the moment I probably would have done the same thing you did. Laying in the bed with covid watching all of your episodes, very interesting. 👍🏻👍🏻

@DrenalinAdventures Жыл бұрын

hope you're feeling better soon.

@bobnielsen2787 10 ай бұрын

GREAT video >> thanks for the help at Eriau

@DrenalinAdventures 10 ай бұрын

Any time!

@americanaxetoolco2076 2 жыл бұрын

I would consider using hurricane clips on all joints! Snow load may be to much for joining screws!

@trxtech3010 2 жыл бұрын

lol no, not on that sall of a roof.

@surindermediratta4970 2 жыл бұрын

I can’t believe how your neighbours feel it’s fine to just walk on or drive through ‘the set’! 😂 sheesh

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

They slipped through security 😂

@RockedOnDetroitLions Жыл бұрын

Nice work and I would love to build one. A few suggestions come to mind. 1. Instead of Guerilla tape - use window flashing tape on all seams and edges ( Zip Systems or Polywall) 2. Instead of rounding the roof corners with a sander - use a plastic / HDPE bullnose 3. In episode 6 - I would have used zip system plywood for my flooring as it is waterproofed.

@ryandellavecchia9349 2 жыл бұрын

Love all the extra sealing you are doing. Water is the worst enemy lol. A little concern is all the screws. I know they hold tight but with all the bouncing around in travel, I hope they don’t shear. I know that’s why you want to use nails building a house as they allow flex. Not sure what the industry uses. Looking great and looking forward to the finished product as I’m sure you are as well lol.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I am. Thanks for following along.

@ronintoecutter7690 2 жыл бұрын

When it comes to bubbles and stuff like that, it’s OK to take a razor blade and just give it a poke. It allows the air to escape and the adhesive will fill it in. I do this with stickers. Good advice stickers like “ Do not enter “ It still looks unnoticeable and would be fine.

@davidpruitt9233 Жыл бұрын

Great Job and am looking forward to watching the rest of this build. I am curious what the cost of this build was and how it compares to a purchased one of similar size? Material costs are rising especially with aluminum and steel. That being said there is no greater satisfaction than building it yourself!

@dalepoulette 2 жыл бұрын

Think like a raindrop!

@camperschoice8802 2 жыл бұрын

Nice build. Where did you get the aluminum and what is the thickness? Thanks.

@josephgeorgeejr7039 2 жыл бұрын

You should maybe put some flat pieces of heavy plywood top of roof for while help press rubber on while cured

@user-pz5xu5mz3x Жыл бұрын

Молодец! классно получилось. Теперь внутри отделать. Все по уму и будет ок!

@ScruffySkillZ 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice, the roof framing looks silly though. I'm going with solid full length joists, probably 2x6. Are you afraid to stand on there?

@Tinguy88 2 жыл бұрын

Why not scrape the silicone on the roof flat? Or use bondo?

@sourobertolima Жыл бұрын

Parabéns! Tenho vontade de fazer um! Mas aqui no Brasil não conseguimos documentar um trailer artesanal! Sucesso!

@ExpediteTravels 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool did you buy all of the rubber roofing supplies at princess auto ? Also is there any thing else going on top of the white rubber membrane? Thanks for the video very informative the trailer is coming along nicely 😎👍👍🇨🇦

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. Princess Auto didn't have the rubber roof. There will be solar panels going up on the roof eventually.

@MarkK01 Жыл бұрын

You should have scraped off the mounds of self leveling caulking. I can see those high points causing issues over time. The rubber roofing can not lay down flat on the roof with all the high spots causing bubbling . Other then that great job.

@fauxit55 2 жыл бұрын

FYI...When it comes to smoothing out the membrane a plastic wallpaper smoothy would have helped speed up the process rather than a 2” roller. Looks fantastic so far tho!

@buckmurdock2500 2 жыл бұрын

what would really help is just another pair of hands.

@dakotaskeens2025 Жыл бұрын

They were hitting on you ;)

@kimura317 Жыл бұрын

Looks like you got a recpro roof. I’m about to replace the rubber roof on my Class C motor home. I’ve seen those recpro roofs on Amazon. Did you get the PVC? How has it held up?

@rprovasoli 2 жыл бұрын

i wonder if you applied the self leveling caulking with a putty knife and applied it like joint compound if it would of been better?

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

that's a good question. Not sure.

@williamclark9743 2 ай бұрын

First, new subscriber and I really enjoy your work. It’s obvious you know what you’re doing and have thoroughly researched this. This is inspiring me to attempt something similar so I can enjoy road trips with my family. How long did this take? Approximately how much did this cost in the end? Thank you.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 ай бұрын

Welcome aboard! I'm still finishing up the interior. I have videos that show the cots etc

@twelvetwostudios Жыл бұрын

Hi there. Loving watching the process of your trailer but I have one question: did you just leave the roof as the rubber membrane and nothing on top of it? Did you put a sealant under the diamond plate corner trims on top?

@douglasscott5003 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good. Self leveling caulking hahaha. Too bad you had flattened with a putty knife. Oh well, no one will see it under the solar panels. Thanks for sharing.

@robertortega8093 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah to Douglas Scott. Thanks for recalling about solar array for this build. In opinion: Personally think this build has stirred up a lot and highly expect to see an enormous amounts of personal built trailers in the very near future. Economics has been a big part in all of this ideal. If I might ask, in the county you lived in: Was it necessary to have a builders permit and fee? Of course government must have its piece of the pie! As sung by Mr Bruce Hornsby, " That's, Just The Way It Is!"

@douglasscott5003 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertortega8093 This trailer is being built in Canada. I don't know about a permit but when the trailer is not CSA approved it is difficult to get insurance.

@marcofidelvargasrodriguez7206 Жыл бұрын

What kind of teardrop camper build would you recommend for a hot tropical weather like Costa Rica? It has to be something light, that is basically a fridge to have an ac with propane or gas, and it also has to withstand heavy rains. What is the best option for the body of the camper. Epoxy Fiber with a foam or some sort of Styrofoam and a light wood or aluminum inside? I was thinking I only need it to be rigid on the outside so i could use something light to give it the finish for the inside, but not sure if that s a good idea. Thanks!

@gtr1952 2 жыл бұрын

Can you tell us what the material is that you used on the sides between the diamond plate aluminum? You peeled off a backing, I was thinking a plastic sheet of some kind? It is the white panel. Watching you do that roof gave me flashbacks of installing a new rubber roof on our 34 foot 5th wheel. Replacing plywood, and doing all the cutouts, I don't think I could ever do it again!! Too old and a heck of a lot of work!! LOL Very nice job on your camper build!! Thanks.... --gary

@Bewefau Жыл бұрын

The self leveling cocking is for the outside not under the roof. Drain pipes vents etc.

@RockedOnDetroitLions Жыл бұрын

Self leveling caulk is only to fill the holes, it doesnt really flatten out much above the holes, once the hole is filled it will level when dry, but not if you use too much

@fortyseven1832 2 күн бұрын

Couldn't you use professionally applied bed liner like linex or rhino liner? Its available in multiple colors. My truck is 20 years old and the 20 year old linex still looks great. Its about 3/16ths thick.

@escapingthenest2020 7 ай бұрын

Any idea how much your TT weights at this point in the build?

@elevateyourthoughts Жыл бұрын

@Drenalinadventures where did you buy the rubber kit can you please put in link or the name of it???

@themercurialmoxie Жыл бұрын

I'm curious. Could you not have used one solid sheet of metal for the roof, to avoid the leaking issues? I've really been enjoying this series. New sub. 🙂

@whirlwindjml Жыл бұрын

It's not easy to get a solid sheet that size....

@patrickmckowen2999 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of great info here 👍 I was going to ply over of the aluminum frame and cover with this stuff but seeing how unruly this rubber stuff is to put on, Im now thinking of doing an aluminum roof. 🤔 Finding it hard to find a supplier for a single piece aluminum so I may do 4x8 pieces. I will VHB tape under the seems to the aluminum roof frame, that is one layer of water proofing 🤞, and than a layer of double sided Eternabond over those seams with matching aluminum strips on top of them. All sound good in theory, but until the rubber hits the road, who knows! Cheers

@buckmurdock2500 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck. The EDPM rubber works so well on roofs that it has become the most popular roofing material for campers, flat roof commercial buildings, etc. !

@patrickmckowen2999 2 жыл бұрын

@@buckmurdock2500 Just had some aluminum priced, almost as expensive as a ready built trailer so we are doing that.

@philipwolf3619 2 жыл бұрын

why not paint the wood ? protect from moisture. just wondering

@davidj7607 Жыл бұрын

Why did you choose rubber roof instead of metal roof? I think it would be leak proof and not need replacement in the future? What would have been the diff in cost?

@nepexbat4ik 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! What is the name of the roofing material please?

@dfj555 2 жыл бұрын

The roofing material you're using looks light and cheap. You should have used: EPDM 60 Mil RV Rubber Roof material.

@MotoAnthony Жыл бұрын

Could you use aluminum sheeting for the roof? What are the negatives here? Seams?

@DrenalinAdventures Жыл бұрын

Seams were the biggest problem in my opinion.

@BROTHERGRAVY 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think bubble insulation glued to the inside roof top would help ? Also screwing your would screw in then back out then blowing in hole then putting screw back in might help long term endurance with road bounce ?

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Not sure yet. Probably going to use spray foam.

@ronintoecutter7690 2 жыл бұрын

Respectfully speaking sir. It is way easier to cut smaller pieces of tape and overlap them.

@correctpolitically4784 Жыл бұрын

This is giving me a ton of ideas . I could make it slightly longer so it could hold my bike in the back. Maybe stick some solar panels on top. The kind used on boats that are flat . You could just about cover it with them. A couple of batteries an inverter and charging off the truck and voila . You got power. Charge the whole battery bank on the way there , then the panels take over. Long as your appliances or lights had a low draw you could be relatively self sufficient.

@themegasexybasterd Жыл бұрын

Great vid.! Love how u stopped at no expense. Just a couple of things and 1 suggestion .Maybe u have heard by now "Rex Tape" is much better. Not sure if liquid nail would of been better in some spots. And I see that the frame has some rust on it already, might I suggest "Truck Bedding"? This stuff is tough as nails and if not the whole bottom at least the 2+2. Trust me what it cost now will save u in years to come in paint!

@almonjacob3496 5 ай бұрын

Can I ask your opinion? I'm planning a similar build, but instead of a rubber membrane roof I am planning to use spray on pickup bed liner on the roof and sides. This stuff is very tough and sticks to everything. Do you think it'll work out?

@DrenalinAdventures 5 ай бұрын

I honestly don't. Sorry.

@michaelripperger5674 Жыл бұрын

The neighbor has the hots for you

@FDMayor Жыл бұрын

2x6's or 2x8's cut with a diagonal on the top side would have allowed for the curved roof while give max support to the roof.

@user-iy2mh1vo9o Жыл бұрын

😁👍

@sharonkelly1766 2 жыл бұрын

Please list stores where you got the metal, aluminum, windows, rubber roof for those who want to follow your lead, in building your own camper in a simular fashion.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I will try to cover that in a future video.

@andressuarez2651 Жыл бұрын

The rubberized roofing could of been left in the sun to smooth out the wrinkles and then role up the material and a rolling pin would of worked also to smooth out the rubberized liner.

@kakman1958 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn't have left that caulking there. I understand it won't be in public view but it would kill me knowing it was there. 10 minutes with a scraper or chisel and it would have been gone..

@301chaos 2 жыл бұрын

i would have did it like a semi trailer roof. 22 yrs of driving a truck iv never seen a trailer leak

@ijw7801 2 жыл бұрын

A utility knife could have sliced off the caulking on the roof.

@davidetcheverry944 2 жыл бұрын

rent a linoleum roller for the roof.......dme

@normdumais2794 Жыл бұрын

Were did you get the roofing kit

@DrenalinAdventures Жыл бұрын

Canada rv

@JoeZyzyx Жыл бұрын

I wonder why nobody ever puts the fan on a side wall near the roof, then not worry about having a flat roof? A box, clear or translucent plastic or even that aluminum flashing over it above and on sides, with an opening facing down would insure no water at all can get to it, or come inside trailer. A corner on rear or side wall would probably be best area to do that, not as great on front wall.

@mattthornton6729 2 жыл бұрын

Flex seal rubber tape

@Jack_.ac24 2 жыл бұрын

man kinda lookin like tom hanks

@stewartwatson5466 2 жыл бұрын

Looking good until I seen how you done the roof , I would never be happy with that method I would have stuck with Aluminum

@richardbedard1245 2 жыл бұрын

I think you misunderstood the intent of "self leveling" caulk. They probably meant "level it yourself"!

@pauljay6963 Жыл бұрын

Why didn't you paint the wooden frame

@kritischergeist5055 Жыл бұрын

Alles schön und gut! Aber an einem professionell gefertigten Wohnwagen kommt es nicht ran! Stabiler und schwerer wie eine Werksherstellung dürfte der sein! Nachteilig dafür braucht das Zugauto mehr Benzin! Ob der Aufwand sich lohnt bezweifle ich? Das kostet letztendlich bestimmt auch €6000,-? Und dafür kaufe ich mir einen im der Größe, der komplett fertig dasteht, und vielleicht 8 Jahre, somit noch neuwertig sein dürfte, wenn er pfleglich behandelt wurde? Und oftmals sind dann noch Sonnenkollektoren drauf, Radträger, TV anderes Zubehör wie zum Beispiel ein Vorzelt dabei! Alles gut gemacht! Aber vom Aufwand, Nutzen-kostenrechnung, dürfte sich die Einzelanfertigung, mit aufwendiger Einzelabnahme beim Tüv nicht lohnen!

@mikel9567 Жыл бұрын

Too late for you now, but for anyone considering doing this, you used the self leveling caulk wrong. Self leveling caulk is intended to fill gaps and cracks, not to just be put randomly down. You should have cut those ridges down it will cause issues with the roof over time.