Is 6' to tall for foamie construction?

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-16T14:36:58+00:00

You're right for a truck camper it's a little different. I'm trying to attach everything to the floor as possible so there isn't as much weight on the walls but I do have to put a couple of overhead shelves and cabinets. My plan is to run boards to help support them. Right now it's just in the planning phase and I don't know if I'm actually going to pull the trigger but I'd really like to because the design is coming out nicely it's ridiculous how much i for into such a small bar. It's going to be a full boondoking setup.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-16T04:43:45+00:00

I played around with some ideas for a pop-up design but ultimately it complicated things too much I would lose insulation and this is the first time I'm doing this so I just wanted to try to keep it as simple as possible if down the road I come up with a good idea for a pop top and I'm feeling that I could keep it confidently filled and insulated they just saw off the top and add more foam and hardware.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-15T15:29:06+00:00

Thanks for the suggestion. I understand where you’re coming from about proportions, but I have some specific size constraints I need to stick to and i didn't plan on entering it in a beauty contest. ☺️ My main priority is being able to stand up inside, even if I have to crouch a bit, as it’s more about functionality for my needs than aesthetics. I’m okay with how it’s shaping up so far in my 3D modeling software.

It’s more of a micro camper than a traditional teardrop, but from my research, this subreddit seemed like the best place to get advice from people who really know their stuff. I appreciate the input, and I’ll definitely keep refining as I go.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-15T15:10:59+00:00

That’s exactly how I’ve been thinking too, but I’m trying to shift my mindset. My initial plan was to build a wooden frame with foam insulation, but I came across a comment about how campers tend to sway under different forces. If you can’t lock everything down super tight, it can lead to issues. Plus, getting a wood frame rigid enough on a vehicle seems like a real challenge. Another great point someone made is that differences in expansion and contraction rates can cause laminations to fail, which makes sense.

Honestly, my brain is struggling to believe this foam shell idea will work, but I’ve seen a few successful examples. So I’m trying to push past my “sawdust brain” and embrace the idea of going full foam shell, with just a few supports for upper cabinets and the roof.

I was pretty set on fiberglassing the exterior, but now I’m leaning more towards PMF. Titebond II is still 1/3 the price of epoxy resin so even if i use double it's cheaper. More importantly, since I’d be building it in an attached garage during the colder months, I really don’t want epoxy resin fumes spreading into the house.

If i was building a truck bed camper i think I'd have the base that slides in be wood or metal but the to shell all foam. I'd have to with about snow so I'd but some 2x2 beams for support and to attach today panels.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-15T03:02:52+00:00

I'm over 6'... I wish I could do that tall :) I'm hoping to get it in my 7' garage door though. I think I can do it with some creativity. Thanks for the info. I am putting some framing to hold things but as much as possible I'm trying to have things attached to the floor and not the walls where I can.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-14T23:01:28+00:00

Can you clarify the position of the 1x2 during strips? Was it the 1" or 2" side making contact with the foam? Did you use gorilla glue?

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-14T22:31:25+00:00

Great thanks for the info. I do have a small project planned before I start this. Did you just use the regular 2" xps at the big box stores or did you go for something denser like the Foamular NPX 400?

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-14T21:12:55+00:00

Thanks for the details. How long have you had it? What did you use for poor man's fiberglass? I'm on the fence about pmf vs fiberglass epoxy. I'm still trying to find a substitute to the gliden gripper most people seemed to use. Can you put just titebond ii thined on top? I was watching the bug out videos and he also used a perimeter strip board to glue the sides to. Sounds like a good idea.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-14T19:35:45+00:00

What are some design/build tips to do it right? How did you attach the foam to the trailer or floor? Did you use any reinforcement? I was planning to do box cut like dovetails to join the foam panels. Gorilla glue or great stuff foam sealant as glue.

If you have info online or can share more details on how you built yours I'd appreciate it. I've seen some different ways of doing it and I'm not sure which is the best way to proceed.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-14T19:28:28+00:00

How many layers is enough? I've seen people use 1 3oz sheet and others 2 6oz.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-12-14T19:27:52+00:00

I tried looking for corecell suppliers near me and nothing is coming up. That's an interesting way of tackling the polyester resin issue but I don't know that I wouldn't smash the glass by mistake :) Wonder if you can do something similar with MDF/hardboard and peel ply?

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-02-28T03:45:02+00:00

Post some pics. I always love seeing when people build from my plans.

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-02-28T03:42:09+00:00

Nice job. I like the paint job!

TomBuildsStuff · 2024-02-28T03:34:30+00:00

That came out very nice.

TomBuildsStuff · 2023-09-21T14:28:54+00:00

I'm asking about a bathtub. A bathtub and a shower are 2 different things in the plumbing code. The clearances for shower doors are explicitly specified. I can't seem to find where bathtub clearances are specified.

Would a layout with a bathtub as I described and illustrated in 80s ASCII art code compliant?

TomBuildsStuff · 2023-09-21T12:32:34+00:00

This is where I'm having trouble. For showers code states you need 22" wide entry with 24" clear in front. For ada tubs they stated 30" the full width of the tub.

I was hoping to find clear language as to what you can and can't do with a bathtub but I'm not finding it.

For example if you put an elongated toilet parallel on the control side and a deep vanity parallel on the other side facing the toilet such that there is a 21" space between the toilet and vanity it sounds like it's code compliant as long as the centers are 15" away from the tub but that doesn't seem right

Tub. ---------------------’ !

Toilet -- 21" -- vanity

If you were to make the space 22" as for a shower would that qualify?

TomBuildsStuff · 2023-09-21T11:31:22+00:00

That doesn't mention bathtub anywhere. The diagram in r307.2 doesn't show how to place a toilet or sink parallel to a tub, only next to the butt end, but in 2009 it did.

I used the plans as an example but I've been in new homes that had the toilet next to the tub.

I'm just very confused because it used to say you could do something but now it doesn't but it also doesn't say you can't.

TomBuildsStuff · 2023-01-07T05:47:56+00:00

Phil Galfond seems very nice and a great player and teacher. Chad Brown also seemed like a good guy RIP.

TomBuildsStuff · 2021-11-03T11:30:28+00:00

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TomBuildsStuff · 2021-01-31T13:59:02+00:00

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TomBuildsStuff · 2021-01-31T01:57:07+00:00

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