Don’t Destroy Your Build!! Tips for Installing RV Windows in a Cargo Trailer Conversion
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- Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
- In this episode, we give tips on installing windows in our cargo trailer conversion. We also show our last window install. Thanks for watching and be sure to leave a comment about your window install experience or any questions you may have. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the channel!!
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Good video. My first cut was a small door window (thinner walls) and supposed to be 1 3/8" thick. When the window arrived it was 1 1/2 " so I had to make my own trim ring to make up the difference inside. Always check the reviews in the description because people will tell you that "the size is off". I suggest small pilot holes all the way through the wall from the inside in the middle of all four sides of the window, then trace your outside line over painters tape that you put over the holes on the outside. Start on the inside and cut the plywood only with a shorter blade jigsaw first, then on the outside, make a larger pilot hole inside your line and use tins snips to cut the metal. I used a 5-inch blade to clear the whole wall at once (bad idea). I I started from the outside on my first window and no matter how careful I was the blade found its own path on the inside and the trim ring didn't fit. I spent an hour cleaning it up but couldn't do anything about the over cut plywood on the bottom lip of the inside window wall. You could be dead-on the outside line but the blade will curve as you cut. Also, the most important thing before you even start is to make sure the trailer is perfectly level. Don't measure from the ceiling, floor, or wall stud screws. Nothing is even.
Thanks for watching! Awesome info!
One of the better window install videos. Thank you!
Thank you! Happy to hear it was helpful!
Thanks for showing the welded tubular support
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!
Could you send me pictures of how you held the metal in place so it didn't fall so it could be tacked in please
Thank you sir.
You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!
Great installation & commentary. Thanks
Thank you!!
Well done. I'm trying to work up the courage to put my windows in. This helps :).
I’m happy to hear this helps. Just take your time and measure five times before you cut. Good luck and thanks for watching!
Very Useful info..TY
I'm about to strip a 36' 2002 Forest River
American Eagle
Has water damage beyond repair. Going to use Windows and various parts to convert an Enclosed 1973 mint condition
Featherlite 24' car hauler
Into Camper.
I DO NOT wanna F it up!
Actually very nervous of mods... as it is rare find.
But , Gonna Do It..
Again Thanks for sharing your experience.
Alan
Thanks for watching and it sounds like you have an awesome project about to happen!! Be sure you join several cargo trailer conversion groups. You will find tons of info there. Good luck, you’ll do fine, just take your time and measure four times before you cut.
great tips, strong work, terrifying it is :) ... getting ready to cut my trailer walls too
Thanks for watching! Good luck on the install. Take your time and measure way too many times before cutting.
@@BuildYourOwnAdventure thanks for your inspirational words ... one thing I did learn, a stiff shot of Pecan Whisky helped with the terrifying part :) ... Ceiling Fan installed, windows tomorrow. :)
Lol! That’s a good approach but don’t get carried away. You wouldn’t want those windows installed in the wrong place, upside down and on an angle.
@@BuildYourOwnAdventure actually, you are giving me some creative ideas , .. not upside down ... but purposely cock-eyed , ha!
@@SpiritCurvesGregor haha. Please share the final state of those windows. I would love to see that!
I see you cut out the opening before stripping the plywood off. Did having the wood on make cutting easier, less vibration etc?
Yes. This was our last window install and I wish I would have cut all of them like this. Cutting from the inside with the wood on was much easier and really cut down on the vibration.
Great job and they look nice but I want to know more about the background music you were playing! I LOVE blues and always looking for some good slide guitar tracks can ya help a fellow blues lover out here?? Lol
You got it Alan! That is Chris Shards. I found his music on Epidemic Sounds, where I download my music for videos. Here's a link for his spotify channel. open.spotify.com/artist/1drrz7s5fhvO1dyvONKbFo
Youve never seen an emergency escape window in an RV? I assume you mean a converted cargo trailer? I have seen several such windows in CTCs. My “escape” of choice is an unlocked ramp on the outeide with inside barrel bolts… security plus throw the bolts and get out.
Oh I’ve seen many emergency windows in campers and CTCs. What I meant was I had never seen the window by itself, not installed. I wasn’t sure how the thickness was measured and how the trim ring worked to sandwich the wall.
Came out great, what size windows did you install along the main cargo area? (Not the goose)
Thanks! We installed 48”x22” in the cargo area.
@@BuildYourOwnAdventure great size!
I need to weld window tube supports on my cargo trailer also. What keeps the heat from ruining the red paint? Are you only tack welding on the inside side of the tubing?
I was thinking the same on my first window install but I didn’t see any discoloration from the welding. I just tried to spot weld it and move to another area while it cooled. First window I tried the inside side of the tubing and after I saw no issues I went back and added a few more spot welds in the angles to hold it. I’m still not really sure how it didn’t discolor the aluminum but I installed all three with no issues.
look for a product by kimball midwest called "therma-shield heat protection gel" # 80-1159 i use it when welding/torching to protect wire harnesses, paint, near fuel lines, and anything else that requires heat dissipation....
is it absolutely nec to weld around the window frame? Ive never done welding before but it looks some what simple once you have the right tools?
It’s not necessary at all. I’ve seen many builds use lumber supports held in by brackets. Welding is awesome but takes lots of practice.
I plan to use steel tubing with angle brackets.
Where do you think is the best place to bring a cargo trailer for a window installation?
I would try a welding and fabrication shop. If not there maybe an RV or cargo trailer service center.
@@BuildYourOwnAdventure thanks! I just don’t have the tools to do this type of work and never did this before. I’d rather leave this to the professionals. I don’t want to ruin my new trailer.
I completely understand that and I don’t blame you at all. Taking it to a professional is your best bet. Good luck with your build and thanks for watching!!
Totally great video thou. If I do decide to do it, I’ll let you know.
Thanks! Yeah, let me know. Good luck!
Did you have to cut through wall studs ?
Yes I did. I welded a new frame and supports for the windows.
@@BuildYourOwnAdventure thanks for the reply
No problem. Thanks for watching!