Nice to see someone getting this done without a helper. Way to go
@camplapidary
4 ай бұрын
Thanks, Tyler! :D
@PaulSchortemeyer
5 ай бұрын
Excellent discussion on creating the window template, identifying the stud location, and applying the correct sealant. Can't go wrong.
@camplapidary
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. :D
@TheAdventureCloset
2 жыл бұрын
Looks like a pro did it. If I did it there would be gaps and spray foam bubbling from the gaping holes. Maybe duct tape too. Nice job!
@camplapidary
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! There is still time for duct tape and spray foam! lol. :D
@upnorthadventureswithccc
2 жыл бұрын
I like how a person would have to step up on a latter to look in your windows. That is not going to happen, very private👍the cross breeze is really nice. You are thinking of everything to make this a great camper ! Maybe some day build these and sell them. They are that good Marc 👍
@camplapidary
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I have considered buying a trailer to build and sell. Perhaps do a couple per year. Simple, cheap builds. I just wouldn't want it to turn into full time work.
@wilbondcajunrockhound5758
2 жыл бұрын
nice ,a lot better with those windows , yea you dont want a squeaker, deff dont need a fan that talks back , lol thanks for sharing
@camplapidary
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! So much better with the natural light and ventilation. :D
@TheAmericanWanderer
Жыл бұрын
very nice... Im building an 8 x 16 v-nose cargo trailer into an RV and Mobile Sign Shop. I have designed the entire conversion on the computer at full scale. I'm just starting on the walls and cabinets. I used to travel in a 15-passenger cargo bus, but I purchased a large format color printer for decals/stickers, t-shirts, koozies, banners, magnetics, etc. I would have lost a lot of storage in the shuttle bus, so I had to get something a little bigger. I have the shuttle bus conversion and my cargo trailer series on my YT channel.
@camplapidary
Жыл бұрын
An 8' x 16' is more than double the square footage of my 6' x 10'. Of course my tiny truck would die if I tried to pull something that large for any real distance. :D
@TheAmericanWanderer
Жыл бұрын
@@camplapidary ya, I'm dreading finding a truck that can pull this... large engine 1500 with tow package will do or a 2500
@thetoolmat8632
10 күн бұрын
@CampLapidary I have a 6x12 CTrailer and I see you as others have a piece of plywood x 18” wide spanning the ceiling, what thickness is that? And is it 18” wide? Mine came with out it and I do not know if it has a name or what it is…thanks for your reply ahead of time
@camplapidary
10 күн бұрын
That ceiling strip is thin. Like 3/16 or even less. I'm not sure of its width as mine is now hidden by the ceiling insulation. Perhaps it's about 18". I'm not sure if it has a proper name, but it does help to support the ceiling aluminum skin. It might also help in preventing ponding on the roof. Seems unusual not to have it. I bet you could slide some in there if you feel you need it. :D
@mykayaks1
Жыл бұрын
I didn’t see any sealer between the window and outside of the wall to be waterproof or there is a rubber?
@camplapidary
Жыл бұрын
There is a foam gasket around the perimeter of the window. I wasn't sure if it would be enough to keep water out, but the other day while doing a remodel on the trailer, I took the windows out. The foam gasket had made quite a good seal against the aluminum trailer skin. No water intrusion in the 1 year plus since installation. :D
@keith9875
11 ай бұрын
It’s nice to see how this window installation is done. Great instructional video.
@captamerica3693
8 ай бұрын
Where is your insulation? I’m not seeing it. That’s critical for being comfortable winter or summer. What am I missing here?
@camplapidary
8 ай бұрын
Obviously I didn't have any insulation at this point. That's why you don't see it. I had neither the time or money to insulate. I slept in the trailer many times without it. When winter came, I insulated only the ceiling with 1 inch foam. Heated the trailer with 1500 watt electric, usually on low 750 watts. It and I did fine. The next summer I had money to buy insulation and time to remodel. Tore it to bare studs, insulated the walls, and made some modifications. Of course it's better with insulation, perhaps 25-35% more efficient with wall insulation vs just ceiling insulation. I put carpet on the floor this past fall, but have yet to insulate the floor. I think I'll just put it under the trailer. I have a walkthrough video of after the remodel if you haven't seen it already.
@starrvalley12
Ай бұрын
Yeah I've seen people insulate under the trailer and use aluminum tape where all insulation meet together.
@stevengrey3705
Жыл бұрын
Great Job! Where did you find a window template for the Rec-Pro 14"x16"?
@camplapidary
Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Steven! I had to make my own template for installation. I just used a piece of cardboard, cut out a hole to fit the window and used that for the exterior pattern. Please note that the inside cutout will be slightly larger than the exterior.
@oscarapple1365
Жыл бұрын
Good video. What size wood blocks did you use?
@camplapidary
Жыл бұрын
I don’t remember exactly. But probably 1 inch by 1.5 inch by an appropriate length.
@oscarapple1365
Жыл бұрын
@@camplapidary thanks. I'm going to install a window in my cargo trailer tomorrow. Your video helps allot
@camplapidary
Жыл бұрын
@@oscarapple1365 welcome! The most important dimension needs to match whatever your wall stud thickness is. Mine was 1 inch.
@sunseeker6088
Жыл бұрын
I would like to order these same windows…….how thick were your trailer walls?
@camplapidary
Жыл бұрын
Hello! My trailer walls are approximately 1 3/8th inch thick. Wall stud is 1" and 3/8ths osb plywood. :D
@MrKidQueso
Жыл бұрын
Hi. As mentioned, nice clean job. I am replacing a window in my ‘73 Chinook slide in camper that got damaged by a power pole and came across a larger, used, window for which I’ve reframed. This window has a different kind of trim ring that calls for what I guess is a 3/8 sheet of plywood. The original finish panel was a 5mm wall, not 3/8”… different trim ring. So I’m doubting myself about the cross section dictating the thickness of the inside panel. The 3/8”. I guess the short of it is that the cross section should match the rough framing that includes the aluminum siding on the outside. I wish I could post a picture in this comment. Thanks again.
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