Mack R 688 FC

[chris1953]

I found a bath tub that perfectly fits the bathroom space on the Mack. More of a deep shower tray really. Usually found in poodle parlours; it could bring in some extra earnings through casual campsite dog grooming.

[Gordon Dewald]

Great idea for the truck. It will make a great camper. I imagine you have looked at a bunch of truck campers for ideas as well as potential parts. Possible addition of a slide would give you more room if you require extra.

[chris1953]

I'm looking at a lot of idea sources for the truck. The RV industry, tiny houses and big-sleeper trucks. The usable space is small for such a large heavy vehicle and doesn't make sense in some ways but there is enough room for two people with all their stuff. I would love to build in a couple of slide-outs but it would be beyond my engineering capabilities. The biggest extension will come at the back; with a 8 x 8 foot fold-up deck. With an awning and canvas side screens; this will be the primary lounge area.
Here are some pictures of the fold away two-burner hob that I made; which will also relocate to the outside kitchen and slide out BBQ.

[chris1953]

I thought the truck needed some more windows but couldn't be bothered with hacking about with the exterior. So I went for the optical illusion look. Cheaper too.

[Bob86ZZ4]

Great idea with the mirrors.

[chris1953]

Under bed storage and electric socket ; this weeks effort.

[Gordon Dewald]

Construction proceeding apace. Enjoying the photographs.

[chris1953]

Just finished door through to bathroom area and drawer front. Then went on 3 week trip to Europe; all the time I was thinking "Could have nearly finished the truck by now."

[Gordon Dewald]

Going to be a solid unit. Can't help but notice the "night vision" lights in the ceiling.

[petrel]

You are really making progress. Thanks for sharing the new photos. Please keep them coming.

[chris1953]

I put a couple of roof lights in the bathroom/utility area. Would liked to have used the 14 inch ones but the steel roof beams were too close together. Roof is quarter inch mild-steel diamond plate and fitted two 11 inch roof vents. The electrics is next on the agenda and is in a bit of a mess. It could take some time.

[mackpeteno]

I just came across your post,.That is a great project.

[chris1953]

Working in the snow is slowing progress. But still doing a bit; fitted the fridge and made the top part of the shower stall from some reclaimed alloy sheeting. That metal is so cold to work with in the snow.

[Gordon Dewald]

Have you got any heat on inside the unit? How is it performing?