Category Archives: Outdoors

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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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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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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KA-BAR BK2 Survival Knife

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Adam Swanger

Got my first real survival knife! The KA-BAR BK2 is a solid knife with an incredible edge! Bushcraft just got a lot easier. Website Specs Weight 1.0 lb. Steel 1095 Cro-Van Blade Type Fixed Blade Measurements Blade length 5-1/4″; Overall … Continue reading →

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Bushcraft practice – First time out

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Adam Swanger

For the past month or so, I have been absorbing every piece of information I can find about bushcraft and primitive living. This is not a complete lifestyle change, just a way to live more simply and learn new skills. … Continue reading →

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Crate project

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Adam Swanger

Finally found an idea to reuse all the pallet wood! A crate to carry camping stuff in… Measured a stack of pots and pans the wife gave me and came up with L20xW12xH10. Had some regular slats and a few … Continue reading →

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