Model 84.  It is extremely compact and weighing less than 400 lbs. is well suited for motorcycle towing. This trailer was built on an imported tubular 2 x 3 frame package from Taiwan which included axle and 12" wheels.  The wheel bearings were an odd ball metric size and very expensive to replace.  I found it necessary to repack them at 500 mile intervals and failure occurred at about 1200 miles.  I discontinued using 12" wheels entirely when building teardrop or any other type of trailer.  

Below are a few images of this teardrop trailer taken during and after construction:  Although detailed construction information is not available here, you may find some interesting ideas.

Construction

Framework with 1" x 2" clear oak roof spars spaced at 8" intervals.

Side view : both openings for doors were cut with router from pattern.

Galley partition and counter top installed using 1/2" oak plywood.

Cabinet from 1/2" oak plywood with cutouts installed.  Doors were made for cabinets but never installed because of minimal interior space.

Interior 1/8" oak skin installed from edge of plywood floor to front of front headboard.

Carpet and commercial padding added to cover flooring and headboard.

View of cabinet and cup holders.

Galley hatch lid support spar added from cementing two pieces of clear oak 1" x 2".

28" x 28" door with horizontal slider temporarily installed to check fit.

Exterior and interior:

All Model 84 images currently available.

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