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House Trucks Again

Posted on Saturday, December 3, 2011 by

My appreciation for house trucks has grown immensely over the years.  It’s not easy building a structure that is both light, strong, and wind-resistant.  Caravans, house trucks, and RVs have to undergo the rigors of hurricane weather every time they … Continue reading →

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Close Call at 65 mph

Posted on Monday, October 17, 2011 by

I had to wait a while to publish this one but maybe I just need to get it out… I like to think I’m a safe person.  At least to the point of looking out for others if not always … Continue reading →

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Vardo Update

Posted on Monday, September 26, 2011 by

Over the weekend I had time to add a few, more recent, photos of the wagon to the Vardo page.  There are many requests and I assume there are quite a few people out there building their own.  Good luck … Continue reading →

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Quick and Dirty

Posted on Sunday, August 21, 2011 by

This was a quick and dirty build we were talked into a couple of weeks ago.  I don’t like to rush these things but the builder’s time constraints meant this was the only week to get this done before the … Continue reading →

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New Paint

Posted on Thursday, July 28, 2011 by

Here’s a preview pic of the new paint and some additions. Just about ready for the road again. Far from done, but this gives an idea of the new bling colors.  They don’t look quite this vibrant in real life … Continue reading →

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Paint, Boxes, Many Upgrades

Posted on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 by

I recently added two new exterior storage boxes, a solar ventilator, painted most of the exterior, and added several new and handy things to the interior of the wagon in preparation for the next voyage.  Although I don’t feel like … Continue reading →

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Nice Bow Top Vardo

Posted on Monday, July 25, 2011 by

This photo set documents the construction process very well.  Have a look if you want to see something that is very light weight and built well.  Click the photo or copy the link below for more. http://www.flickr.com/photos/tuacatum/sets/72157626603954269/

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New Window in Door

Posted on Tuesday, June 21, 2011 by

The door is nearly done and the new window is installed.  I am loving it and with a few more tweaks, it will be done.  I finally put a good coat of Valspar paint on it and really like the … Continue reading →

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Collapse-a-Vardo

Posted on Tuesday, March 1, 2011 by

A new design for the vardo world with the folding bow-top.  It has a great design as it will be light-weight yet roomy. Excellent details so far.  I can’t wait to see it in person when we can “circle the … Continue reading →

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Porch and Rack

Posted on Thursday, January 20, 2011 by

A photo of the new “porch”.  I didn’t really need more sticking out in the back but it will serve as a bumper and handy surface I’m sure. And a drying rack over the stove area.  The hooks will be … Continue reading →

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