Author Archives: Adam Swanger

1987 Fleetwood Prowler 24P AC Cover Repaint

Posted on January 5, 2013 by Adam Swanger

I’m addressing the inevitable faded yellowish plastic in this camper one piece at a time. An easy one is the A/C cover. I had regular Krylon leftover so it took more coats than I think the specific “plastic” fusion would … Continue reading →

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1987 Fleetwood Prowler 24P Tear down

Posted on January 3, 2013 by Adam Swanger

I haven’t had much free time but I ripped out the side walls, front walls and ceiling where they had water damage. As always you can view the entire album at https://picasaweb.google.com/114575782978731528380/1987FleetwoodProwlerLynx24P?authuser=0&feat=directlink There was soaked fiberglass insulation I just threw … Continue reading →

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Paracord guitar case handle

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Got a chance to put a new handle on a guitar case. Used the existing brackets and tied in loops to connect the handle. The loops have since been replaced with metal and the handle has held up great!

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Paracord keychain lanyard

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Quick post about a red, white and blue keychain lanyard about 15 inches long I put together for my uncle. It is the first one I’ve made with 2-color weave and also intertwined a center line! From Fun with paracord … Continue reading →

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1987 Fleetwood Prowler Lynx 24P

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Adam Swanger

All growed up and got a real travel trailer! 1987 Fleetwood Prowler 24 foot. Little longer than I wanted but price was right and another perfect learning project. 2 roof vents and lots of windows so plenty of natural light! … Continue reading →

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2012 Vegetable Garden wrap up

Posted on September 21, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Well the garden did surprisingly well despite the low sun are this year. You can skim the whole photo album here https://picasaweb.google.com/114575782978731528380/2012GardenProject?authuser=0&feat=directlink Sam’s garden did well also, she is getting some good stuff growing! Had one strawberry survive varmint pillaging … Continue reading →

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Freestanding Hammock Stand

Posted on August 19, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Perusing youtube recently and came across a freestanding hammock stand. Sounded like a fun project for my new hammock and the first ones I saw were made of lumber and hardware from store but then I found one made out … Continue reading →

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2012 Vegetable Garden Growing Strong

Posted on June 22, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Vegetables are growing fast and strong! Can’t wait to pick some and eat. Haven’t done anything except pull a few small weeds and water regularly. I did go buy some 18″ bolt cutters from Harbor Freight for $10 to make … Continue reading →

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2012 Vegetable Graden Started!

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Adam Swanger

**Be sure and scroll down to see my daughter’s garden!! 😀 After 2 months of recovering from broken wrists/elbow and operation to straighten left wrist as a result of a minor motorcycle accident, I can FINALLY get back to doing … Continue reading →

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550 Paracord projects

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Got a whole bag or different colors and lengths of paracord from a buddy and have been playing with different wraps and weaves for bracelets, lanyards, keychains and more! My favorite (read easiest) has been the cobra weave with king … Continue reading →

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