We first insulated the entire trailer front with foam board insulation taped in with aluminum tape to hold it while we framed it. Next were firing strips screwed into the aluminum supports and wiring. We elected to do a total 110v set up versus all of the 12v conversion items. We put in 2 LED Overhead lights, 3 "puck" lights in the sleeping area and 4 plugs to a 30 amp service box on 4 breakers. I kept the 12v light in the room and switch so we could see when we needed a light and were not plugged up. We can also run it off a generator... we did not do an AC...
Total in is about $1500 including cabinets, flooring and all of the electrical. We will add an "all refrigerator" that is about $200 and a DVD/TV Combo for about $170. If we do an AC we will add a wall unit for $120 (110v). We have an instant hot water heater for showering if needed but most places we go provide a nice bath house.
Here are a few photos of my progress... and I am not a carpenter... but I will give credit to Todd Hezeau (Todd Red Wrench) for all of his AWESOME information on his website. Google his site if you ever do this.... he has already answered 99% of the questions and has great photos and shortcuts.
I am VERY grateful to Todd for sharing... it helped me avoid a lot of issues. E Mail me if you have questions... I will try to hell but again, I am not a pro. Mine just turned out decent!
Happy Trails!!
We have a 9' wall and 5' Short wall. Cabinets were oak from a rehab store and we painted the frames black and Antiqued the doors with beige paint then rubbed them in walnut stain.
The nose was done first to allow us to camp faster! It has Cedar sides and faux tin down the center. There are puck lights behind the short wood on top to add lighting to the metal and it looks awesome at night.
This B/W SHot shows the rustic look we wanted with the barn metal and wood. A 48" counter top is going to be added to leave a 21" "table" to eat at for 2. I have 2 saddle stools that will go under and there is a full 60" boot box with a cushion and lid and a step up to the bed.
There is a small "closet" to the left of the cabinet (more photos to come) for hanging clothes and dropping a bag in. No door, just a wall to hide it.
It is not a "self contained" LQ but for $1500 I have had more compliments on it than I have given to others on their factory look. The key is to make it YOURS and YOUR style. We love wood and metal... rustic! Can't wait to decorate and finish it!
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