Building material options to reduce cost

[mikejsilveira]

To the Members of this Teardrop builders forum

I would like to ask this forum for building materials recommendations that would reduce the overall cost for a plans builder on a shoe string budget.  Are there sections on the plans that don’t need expensive marine grade plywood but still provide suitable structural integrity?  Would a used Harbor Freight trailer fit the dimensions of the CLC teardrop shell?  If you have cost saving tips for building please share what you know.

Thank you

[trisar]

Hi Mike,

From my experince on trying to make modifications to the original design, I would say is not an easy task, but not impossible. There are a few examples on the web that proves this.

CLC has put a lot of work behind every single design decision and materials selection, so be mindful of it when doing your revisions.

I hope you enjoy the build. It’s a  great rewarding experience.

[jmb_builds]

Check out and dig deep into the CLC teardrop camper Facebook group. Years ago I saw a post where a camper has been built out of some sort of foam sheets, covered with epoxy and glass, of course. I don’t remember the details, though.

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