|
12-25-2013, 03:26 PM
|
#1
|
Member
Join Date: Oct 2013
Posts: 49
|
PVC Carpet Storage Underneath
This is my first official mod to our camper - outdoor carpet storage! I inherited a 6" PVC tube from my father; perfect for the dirty outdoor rug. My first thought was to clamp it to the rear bumper, but there isn't enough room between the spare tire carrier and the camper. Toyed with the idea of hanging it under the bumper, but didn't really like the way it looked. So, I found a nice empty spot between the black and grey water tanks that even had mounting holes ready for me! Used some metal strap from home depot and some galvanized fence bolts to attach. Doesn't budge at all when I push and pull on it! Still need to sand down the cap for a looser fit, then put a pin through it.
__________________
The Castles
Brody, Jeanne & 7 great kids!
2011 Shamrock 233S
2014 Chevy Express 3500
|
|
|
12-25-2013, 06:19 PM
|
#2
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
|
Congrats on the mod! I put two 6" round tubes and 2 5" square posts under my 5er and love them. Very handy indeed!
__________________
2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
|
|
|
12-25-2013, 07:41 PM
|
#3
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Brownsville
Posts: 1,166
|
Merry Christmas .Thats a good idea I am going to check that out tomorrow I have a piece of 6" tubing.But don't know how long it is. Thanks
__________________
2019 Flagstaff 26 RBWS
2015 GMC Sierra 1500
2019 camp 17 nites. Bill,Alley and are two kids Sierra,Ivy. 2020 camp 9 nites
|
|
|
12-25-2013, 08:08 PM
|
#4
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
|
__________________
2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
|
|
|
12-29-2013, 12:56 AM
|
#5
|
Retired Ford Tech
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Full-Timer
Posts: 155
|
Where did you get the square tubes and caps
|
|
|
12-29-2013, 09:29 AM
|
#6
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
|
Home Depot for the 5" vinyl posts and 1"square tubing. Lowe's for the 4 1/2" symmetrical plastic gutter. For my 5er I had to get the 8" bolts from Ace Hardware. For the 5er, HD had them at 7". Very fun mod to do and a campfire conversation piece.
__________________
2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
|
|
|
12-29-2013, 01:03 PM
|
#7
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Brownsville
Posts: 1,166
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by golfmedik
Home Depot for the 5" vinyl posts and 1"square tubing. Lowe's for the 4 1/2" symmetrical plastic gutter. For my 5er I had to get the 8" bolts from Ace Hardware. For the 5er, HD had them at 7". Very fun mod to do and a campfire conversation piece.
|
What is the 1" square tubing for and i don't see it
__________________
2019 Flagstaff 26 RBWS
2015 GMC Sierra 1500
2019 camp 17 nites. Bill,Alley and are two kids Sierra,Ivy. 2020 camp 9 nites
|
|
|
12-29-2013, 01:21 PM
|
#8
|
Professional Curmudgeon
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 754
|
Quote:
Originally Posted by BillyBass
What is the 1" square tubing for and i don't see it
|
The 1" square tubing supports the vinyl box. It is parallel to the frame. Using long bolts through the square tubing and the frame "traps" the vinyl box against the frame.
Hope that is clear.
__________________
2022 Cougar Half Ton 24RDS fifth wheel
2014 Coachmen Catalina 253RKS (sold)
2017 F350 6.7L DRW CC LB 4x4 Lariat
|
|
|
12-29-2013, 04:29 PM
|
#9
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Auburn, GA
Posts: 966
|
Does this help?
The top tubing is not necessary if you don't have a propane line on one side. I had one and that is how I kept the posts level. My other camper(pictured next) had no need for the top tubing.
__________________
2012 Sandpiper 365SAQ weighing @ 15k, Onan, 2nd air, slide toppers, TST
2013 F350 6.7L Lariat 4x4 CC DRW,Viair 1007, Ride-Rites, Edge CTS, B&W
2001 Chevy 3500CC DRW 4x4, 8.1L, 4.10 gears w/ Detroit TrueTrac
2001 Ford Excursion Limited 4x4 7.3L,V/B Spring Mod, ProComps, Hellwig Swaybar, & other 'Necessities'
|
|
|
12-29-2013, 05:44 PM
|
#10
|
Senior Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Posts: 849
|
Nice job golfmedik!! Looks sweet!
|
|
|
|
Thread Tools |
|
Display Modes |
Linear Mode
|
Posting Rules
|
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
HTML code is Off
|
|
|
|
» Recent Discussions |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|