How to Build a Travel Trailer - Unexpected Problem with the Windows

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2 жыл бұрын

In this episode I will show you how I install the windows for my trailer and explain one of the problems that came up. I'll also give you a little summary of the trailer build so far.
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@brianadventures9622 2 жыл бұрын

I work on windows for a living and if it's one thing I've learned, don't bury that frame so you can't take it apart in the future. Windows break and windows leak. You'll want to be able to remove that frame with out tearing apart your wall. Just another thought, with mounting that slider to the front of trailer, any worry about the wind driving water around it during highway speeds. Those sliders don't seal the best. Something to think about.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Because it's on the front I'm planning on having a protective cover over the window during driving.

@tankscrittersandurbanhomes5579 Жыл бұрын

Those windows are weird. I've never seen ones that use screws to draw the halves together. Usually, you would use screws on the outside and draw that to the framing. Then the same on the inside.

@thizizliz 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea to treat Eddie like a tent for a couple of trips to validate/tweak your layout plans.

@Kld4402 2 жыл бұрын

You absolutely will not regret the toilet/shower. It's looking great!

@dougmason3274 2 жыл бұрын

The window frame should be sandwiched between the outer skin and the finished interior wall surface. I converted a cargo trailer into a travel trailer. I've had no leaks with my 4 windows installed that way in 6 years of full-time use.

@ArielleViking 2 жыл бұрын

Your build is looking great. Giving your trailer some test runs before finalizing the interior layout is a great idea. 💯❤👍

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a bunch!

@fernandoarias7843 2 жыл бұрын

Hermoso proyecto felicitaciones, saludos desde Chile

@stephenbouchard8075 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scott!

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@johnnySMALLpepper 2 жыл бұрын

Keep them coming.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks

@kekoamaunakea4473 2 жыл бұрын

I’m hooked on this project Big Scott, something about building, remodeling etc. is a great joy.~ML&Aloha Your Boy Kekoa&Ohana.🤙🏾🤎💪🏾🧰🛠

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

You and me both!

@kekoamaunakea4473 2 жыл бұрын

@@DrenalinAdventures Right on Brutha🤙🏾🤎💪🏾🐺

@JeffWinter1 2 жыл бұрын

High quality black silicon caulking, applied with care, would probably look factory for that gap.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

The “applied with care” part is usually my challenge. 😂

@CatchTropicalFish 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful work

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@KungFuKendoll234 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Sir, you have inspired me to take on a similar project I've been ducking for some time. I always enjoy your a content. By the way, its looking amazing.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@donaldmalak8261 2 жыл бұрын

Hello I am new to this channel I just subscribed and hit the bell for notifications I have been looking for a series of someone building or remodeling a camping trailer I think I found it plus you have a bunch of other videos that I think I am going to be very interested in I'm glad I found this channel thank you you have got another watcher here in me. 👍😁

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support Donald.

@richardburguillos3118 2 жыл бұрын

Eddie is coming along nicely. To solve your window challenge I would remove the windows and glue or epoxy a hardwood of your choice around the opening and then cut that to match the space you need to fill. Drill holes for mounting the windows and stain it black to match the frames color. Use a polyurethane to seal. Possibly semigloss or gloss, whichever matches the metal frame better. Thanks for sharing the build.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. That’s a good approach.

@shanegonzales Жыл бұрын

My thought is to fill the gap with some rubber weather stripping with the screws passing through the weather stripping.

@tommyhall4046 2 жыл бұрын

The lip around the windows should be for the interior paneling. Also, for future caulking and adhesive, check out 3m marine adhesive. I've used this to build wooden boats in the past and the bond is unbreakable. Looking forward to seeing the upcoming videos. 👍🔥💯

@davidbourgeois856 2 жыл бұрын

I agree- 3m should be considered a permanent installation. I used it on my sail boat and house boat . Good stuff but not for the faint of heart!

@douggibson276 2 жыл бұрын

Great videos Scott. Wood stove check Grizzly or small European or Marine (sail boat) wood stove. Thanks again.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I have my eye on the Grizzly.

@douglasscott5003 2 жыл бұрын

Caulk it or get new windows. Good conversation piece. Thanks for sharing.

@gaellemaz3727 2 жыл бұрын

You will figure it out. It all looks good....

@BraxxJuventa 2 жыл бұрын

I would fill up the gap at the windows with strips of wood and paint them black. Than do all the wiring, after that insulation and than the walls. 👍😁

@marshacowan1252 2 жыл бұрын

Just a thought. . .black Gorilla tape (or better TRex tape) over the gap, and then place the trim over the tape. I have used TRex to repair exterior camper roofs and other metal parts, so should work on your window.

@michelbelanger798 5 ай бұрын

Great inspiring project. I just completed building one. At the moment it is used as a fishing camp on a frozen lake (Hebertville, QC). I used aluminium windows as you did, but the windows and door frost and generate lots of condensation which is dripping inside. I am thinking of replacing the both door and windows with wooden ones I will make. How do you manage condensation in yours?

@tdbikerider 2 жыл бұрын

Go to local box box store and get a peice of plexiglass about the same thickness. Then make a collar/spacer using the window parts as a template. Once cut a router can make it smooth and look like its supposed to be there. Good luck !

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

thanks for the idea.

@sharonoddlyenough 2 жыл бұрын

I suggest a strip of aluminum painted black to fill that space on your windows. Your walls are thicker than standard!

@douggibson276 2 жыл бұрын

Window problem; wrap with metal trim and use machine screws on the outside to a custom insert from McMaster- Carr or Misumi. Hope this helps.

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Have to look into that.

@John.349 2 жыл бұрын

You can use window screen frame,paint it dark brown and fill gaps.

@reds4x472 2 жыл бұрын

Hi great video just a though why not use a Diesel in van heater / hot water, in place of the wood stove they don't take up much room and they don't smell ( hot water& a hot van to boot). Just a though, keep up the good work.

@Wordsnwood 2 жыл бұрын

If you don't like the caulking idea, how about black rubber floor mats, and cut them down on the tablesaw to the required width and fit the strips into the gap. If you cut them a hair oversized, then it'll be a squished-in fit and should fit tight and stay put, AND it's pretty easy to rip out if you need to repair or work on it.

@Wordsnwood 2 жыл бұрын

(and I don't mean like household mats, I mean like those black/grey interlocking 2x2 rubber mats you can buy at Rona/HD. Something like that)

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

Good idea 👍

@wesleypipelayer7627 2 жыл бұрын

I would fill the window gap with thick black rubber weatherstripping

@larryprince6791 2 жыл бұрын

Check out lifestyle overland last video on his land cruiser build where he used abs plastic to do his fender wells

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

I’ll have to check it out 👍

@donj.giovanni7551 2 жыл бұрын

What is your budget and what is the cost of material when you finish?

@geographyinaction7814 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think COVID had anything to do with the windows. I have planned, re-plaaned, and re-re-planned a trailer build here in Canada as well, and in my experience, finding doors, windows, and other trailer parts is exceedingly difficult here. Vintage trailers out of the US has loads, but then you're looking at exchange, customs, and shipping. It's funny that the country that makes Timbren axles for trailers, is sadly lacking on most other trailer parts.

@Someone-yy7nd 2 жыл бұрын

is there an easy way to watch these in order?

@DrenalinAdventures 2 жыл бұрын

#offgrideddie playlist.

@richardcosby1983 Жыл бұрын

Take the time to hook up the trailer and travel to Elkhart Indiana, stop at any rv factory, there you'll find a plethora of ideas and Amish men to given you idea's