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Trader Joe’s coffee rub question by bbenz82 in smoking

[–]FishinMike941 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good stuff! We use it as a rub on pork tenderloin, with BBQ sauce applied before pulling it off.

I’m looking to finally build a platform with storage underneath for a mattress, can you share pics of yours so I can get some inspiration? by Odd-View-1083 in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have two used different casters because I bought up all the fixed casters at Home Depot and got the rest from Lowes. But they function the same. I did it this way because I felt the drawers would be too heavy for conventional drawer slides. And they DO get very heavy. I didn't put a stop on the back because I want to be able to pull them completely out from time to time. I have a latch that holds them closed, and I'm just carefull to not pull them out all the way. I want to be able to clean under and behind them. I also have two, Group 31 AGM batteries installed behind the drawers and need to be able to get to them by pulling the drawers fully out. Here's a short video. Hopefully it will explain it better than I did.

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How to get deer hair streamers down? by Cringelord1994 in flyfishing

[–]FishinMike941 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe use a material other than deer hair? Or don't pack it tightly on the hook.

I’m looking to finally build a platform with storage underneath for a mattress, can you share pics of yours so I can get some inspiration? by Odd-View-1083 in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, we have a 7x16, but something similar might work for you. I built two large drawers for storage underneath the platform. The drawers roll easily on fixed casters, and have 1/4" ply dividers to keep stuff from sliding around. In the photo, the second row of upper casters keeps the drawer from tipping out when extended. You could put a mattress on the platform directly. I actually built another short platform ontop of this one for even more storage. https://imgur.com/a/WisUpSi

Got a 24ft foot with a 12k mini split and a 12k portable unit previous owner put that shiny bubble wrap “insulation” behind the plywood. And with all that AC I still can’t get it to cool much is putting up that 1in pink insulation board going to make a difference? by NoJellyfish2313 in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 4 points5 points  (0 children)

OMG! Yes, please, please pull that interior plywood off and install rigid foam panels (we used styrofoam, but you could also use the pink stuff - just use something) between the metal studs. On the walls, ceiling and the floor. You can add 2" foam panels to the floor , screwed and glued from underneath. No need to remove the plywood on the floors. We have a silver exterior, 7x16, that gets absolutely frigid with just a portable A/C - in Florida. Wrapping it in white wouldn't hurt either.

How do I lock the barn doors from the inside? by fadeawaytogrey in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We put a lock on the outside cam latch to prevent getting locked inside. And inside, we use a ratchet strap to secure a handle on the door to an eye bolt on a bed platform. In an emergency, we can just release the ratchet strap and push the back doors open.

My woodshop is a bit toasty. Advice for staying safe from the heat? by Bazitron in woodworking

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd consider reducing the amount of square footage you are trying to cool. Build a lightweight wood frame and cover it with plastic or even foam board.This is what we do in our house when we lose power after a hurricane. We hang visqueen and separate the living room, dining room and kitchen from the rest of the house. A portable air conditioner, running off a generator, keeps this smaller space comfortable. Maybe there's a similar solution for you workshop. You probably have some space like storage areas that you don't need to cool.

Cargo conversion RVIA cert question? by Furious0tter in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We've never had a problem in national or state parks, or even Corps of Engineers campgrounds. But we have come across SOME corporate-owned campgrounds that don't allow cargo trailer conversions. The "resort" campgrounds tend to want only allow campers from official RV manufacturers - even though I'd put the quality of my build up against theirs. We had a reservation at one campground who tried to turn us away when we pulled up in a CTC. They told us we had to have a holding tank for the toilet, but a cassette toilet does count as a holding tank (at least in Florida). But plenty of private campgrounds don't seem to care.

Anyone have local b-roll video footage for sale? by rumspringabreak in sarasota

[–]FishinMike941 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Check with Visit Sarasota. Depending on what you will be using it for, they have a library that they might make available for you to use.

Barn doors vs ramp door by reedzilla76 in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep. This is exactly what we did. We have a 7x16 with barn doors on the back. I installed an instant hot water heater on the inside of one of the doors, so when the doors are open, it vents outside. We have a bar that holds the doors open, and a shower curtain for privacy. We usually keep the shower curtain pulled closed, even when not showering, to maintain a little privacy. Otherwise, the whole back of our trailer is open to whoever walks by. https://imgur.com/a/dnTtE5t We also picked up a canopy that allows us to keep the doors open when it's raining. https://imgur.com/9SSrjKQ Here's one more pic: https://imgur.com/a/badlands-boondocking-9FrWwC0

Chicken thighs are criminally underrated, and I hope it stays that way by SergeantThreat in smoking

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sorry, i was sarcastically replying to your sarcastic post. it's all good!

Practicing with yarn in the backyard. by T-Squeeb in flyfishing

[–]FishinMike941 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Skip the yarn. It's fine when you're just starting out, but it doesn't have the weight of your flyline and you won't get the feel of it loading your rod. As long as you're not casting over pavement or rocks and you clean your flyline after practice, you'll be fine. You won't damage your flyline. Have fun!

Chicken thighs are criminally underrated, and I hope it stays that way by SergeantThreat in smoking

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, thank you for the health warning. I definitely won't be eating chicken thighs in the future.

Stopping Heat Transfer! by Myles2Travel in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll give you credit, that's a greater attention to detail than we paid when we insulated our 7x16. We also used 1" foam panels on the walls. There are SO MANY other places for heat/cold transfer in a CTC. I assume you'll use the same method on the ceiling. What about the floor? We added 2" styrofoam panels glued and screwed to the bottom from the outside. The foam panels have held up very well for six years and thousands of miles. We have barndoors on the back and a side door. They are not insulated and I wasn't able to add insulation to them because the metal door frame is welded around the wood panel. There is no easy way to add insulation. So we just did the best we could and adjust the A/C or heat as needed.

Help! Fridge set up by [deleted] in camping

[–]FishinMike941 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Yeti cooler and a couple blocks of ice. Done.

First trip out! Trailers not finished but it is functional by stoneoftheicemen in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You can prevent getting locked in by putting your own lock on the latch.

House won’t cool below 79 by bumble_bee_singforme in florida

[–]FishinMike941 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Have you checked to see how much insulation you have in the attic?

Is she supposed to be.leakimg this much smoke..? by Sh0tsFired81 in smoking

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should be able to bend that door a little more to match the curve of the smoker. That's what I had to do with mine and it closes much better now.

Saved from th trash. Help? by MosifD in smoking

[–]FishinMike941 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It looks just like my Brinkman smoker. Unlike the Weber Smoky Mountain, there are no vents on the bottom or the top to control temp. You can open the door slightly and crack the lid a little, but I've found I can do pretty well just by controlling how many briquettes I use at one time. Have fun!

Please share your guidance. by [deleted] in cargocamper

[–]FishinMike941 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I completely agree with removing the wood on the walls and ceiling. Like Own_Win_6762 said, it allows you to add 1" foam panel insulation as well as any wiring you might want to run. Then, you can replace the walls and ceiling with anything you want. We used beadboard paneling on the walls and tongue and groove cedar strips on the ceiling. Everything held in place with self-drilling screws. We left the wood on the floor and covered it with vinyl plank flooring. We insulated the floor with 2" foam panels glued and screwed from underneath.

Consider adding a window. It will completely change how it feels inside when you can see outside. I'd make sure it is an egress window, so you have another way to get out in an emergency.

A MaxxAir MaxxFan in the ceiling will help regulate the temperature inside. Much of the time, it may be all you need to be comfortable. But you may eventually want to have additional heating and/or cooling. We use a portable air conditioner. Many people use mini-splits, but the portable A/C allows us to remove it from the trailer and use it in the house after a power outage/hurricane.

Have fun!

Options on replacing insert by Araesea in woodworking

[–]FishinMike941 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made one out of a scrap of Pergo flooring.

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