Mobile kitchen build info

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (kenny-31)

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:16:25 GMT

your walls look great. is it stainless glued to plywood?

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:00:38 GMT

that's what she said

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (chefbuba)

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:20:50 GMT

8.5 x 20

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Monkeytrot)

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:34:46 GMT

Thats quite a trailer chefbuba. .... Can i ask the length and width of that fine looking trailer

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Lost Nation)

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 19:16:23 GMT

Thanks, this is a great thread with a wealth of information for a new build. I'm going to build a BBQ vending trailer as soon as the snow melts, hopefully before May.

Rich Decker
lostnationvt.com

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Chicnscoop)

Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:37:52 GMT

Hi guys, This thread is awesome - long winded but full of great info. It took me 2 days to get through it.

I just ordered my trailer - for the second time. First time the dealer took 4 weeks to never get the layout correct on a custom one. I don't know what is going on with those guys. I ended up ordering one that is mostly built down in GA and it will be in VA by the middle of next week. I am saving about $4000 by driving 650 miles each way but I will have it much earlier this way too. I got a 8.5' x 20' trailer and will turn it into a mobile fried foods (chicken, corn dogs, fries) and ice cream unit. I hope all goes well with my build but reading here has given me the jump on lots or questions I had. Thanks.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (chocolategypsy)

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 16:00:03 GMT

"Steam table, refrigerated prep table, warming cabinet, register, small freezer, heat lamps, inner lights, dvd and monitor, water pump, vent/exhaust hood, grill and soda dispenser are what I am planning to run at this point."

I think you are at least 7kw, maybe more? That's a fairly big genset...be sure to add up all the watts of EVERYTHING including battery charging and maintaining, then ad at least 20% to that number. With out build, I'm doing everything propane (including on-demand propane water heater) and I'm still going to have at least a 10kw generator (propane again) to feed my electrical needs.
Even here in Alaska, we need AC in the summer, and just for the AC alone you need at least 3.5kw running juice, and 4.5 to 6kw startup to get the compressor going.

Back in the old days of desert racing, Dad built a neat generator frame which slid right into the trailer hitch on the back of the pickup. Can you do a hitch-mount thing similar on the back of your truck? Or is rear-mount not an option?
As for plumbing, we are doing everything just like we had on our 5th wheel travel trailer. 12v pump, under-chassis waste tank, RV-style waste valves and hookups. Water inlet is simply an RV-style screw connector with backflow valve.

If you are not sure of something, the RV way is the easiest to go - repair parts are EVERYWHERE, and you can see how to lay it out by visiting any RV dealership - or simply look in any RV trailer or motor coach.

As for backing behind the stainless in your hot area, it's not light, but fiber-reinforced cement board like plumbers use for shower stalls is prefect. Can't burn, takes lots of loading, and is waterproof...

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (CCinNJ)

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:21:06 GMT

From soup to nuts!

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (TheIke)

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 14:55:43 GMT

Thanks WD and CB.....Am going to Lowe's today to see what they have. THANKS !

TheIke, You can go to any home improvement store and special order a window in what ever configuration you need.

THE WILD DOG

I can not. It came as a package with the trailer. However you can pretty much buy them outright at any trailer sales company. I got my trailer through Cargo South Inc. in Ocilla Ga. I scoured the net and tried finding one on its own and had no luck.

Sorry I wasn't much help on that request :-(

Jaye

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (chefbuba)

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 09:22:57 GMT

TheIke, You can go to any home improvement store and special order a window in what ever configuration you need.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 08:45:43 GMT

I can not. It came as a package with the trailer. However you can pretty much buy them outright at any trailer sales company. I got my trailer through Cargo South Inc. in Ocilla Ga. I scoured the net and tried finding one on its own and had no luck.

Sorry I wasn't much help on that request :-(

Jaye

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (TheIke)

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 04:25:36 GMT

THE WILD DOG

Wow what a beautiful day to be on my back all day LOL. Main gas lines are in, hands are permanently stained black, For the most part they are in, I have to connect the T-fitting for the run from the tanks, but here are two pictures. Had to make a larger hole for the front run, Any suggestions on what to use to plug or insulate it ? I was going to use the spray foam after sliding a piece of 3/4 inch wood zapped up with some screws just to play it safe.

WILD DOG: Can you provide a source for your window on this post ???

It is a dry run, I plan on leaving it that way until the equipment comes and then I will tighten everything down and test it.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (TheIke)

Sat, 23 Oct 2010 03:26:30 GMT

Dr of BBQ

My unit is installed and inspected, and vented to the outside.

You could vent it to the exhaust hood but with a word of caution. My exhaust hood fan is so strong it changes the air in the trailer every 30 secs. So on occasion during the summer if the exhaust fan is running it will suck the fire out on the water heater, LOL.

But if you don't have a tornado like exhaust hood you'll be fine. I really do like this new tankless water heater and for the price if it only last a year I'd be happy. It took less than 10 minutes to take the old one out and put this one in.

DR OF BBQ - I am catching up on some old posts regarding tankless hot water heaters and saw the link you posted several months ago. The link is now dead....can you tell me the brand and model again of the tankless unit you are using ? Thanks....TheIke

Jack

PS I used stainless steel braided hose with standard garden hose fittings to run my water lines. Cheap and easy to buy at Lowe's or any hardware store or even on Ebay.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (EMK)

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 11:22:18 GMT

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Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Mamie)

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:09:49 GMT

yeah 2 - 4 feet make a big difference. They have wraps on ebay pretty reasonable I think ... a lot cheaper than advertising in the yellow pages with a whole lot more exposure.

what we're looking at is to get everything done that has to be done, and do the rest ourselves. I'd rather spend the money on a new trailer that has insulation, wiring, plumbing, a/c ready to hook up and install the countertop/cabinets and appliances. We could either buy used appliances and replace them when money comes available or buy what we have to have and buy the others when we get the money.

Right now my biggest problem is finding a good used truck with low miles

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:49:48 GMT

yeah, 2 feet is ALOT of space that I could use. However ya live ya learn LOL. I'm getting ready to drop in another stove so i can do more cooking. My graphics cost about $500 but I got signs too. Its not a wrap, Wraps were way more expensive at the time. I am going to price them though for my bread truck project.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Mamie)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 10:44:00 GMT

wow ... I can't believe you gave up 2 ft ... when you start talking enclosed spaces, 2 ft is a lot!

your graphics look good ... did you do the wrap or just get the graphics individually? the wraps are pretty reasonable on ebay and the decals are pretty cheap IMO, but I've never priced anything like that before but when you consider air brushing and/or hand painting, everything is really cheap

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:28:11 GMT

my trailer is 6x10, I opted out of the 6x12 for an extra $100. I wish I hadn't but I do great with what I got now. I am currently searching for an old bread truck to convert next. Sorta a winter project :-D I will have to post more pics. for now you can see my completed trailer in the daily grind at www.thewilddogcart.com

I recently got my graphix and everything is running smoothly.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Mamie)

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 22:53:10 GMT

I love your buildout ... what size is your trailer?

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 23:50:53 GMT

no no, this is That's My Dawg's thread. LOL I just unintionally highjacked it. :-D

I am going to post some new pics soon. Lots have changed since Day 1

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (chefbuba)

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 11:08:17 GMT

This is wild dogs thread.......

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (TheIke)

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:00:19 GMT

ChefBuba....This is the thread I was referring to. Finally found it and wondering if you now have it up and going ? Beauuu ti full interior !!

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Tue, 25 May 2010 21:26:40 GMT

finished the stove area today. UGH, not something I liked after I got into the tin heat box. What a pain in the A$$ to work with. had to wear gloves, that stuff slices through skin like hot butter. I'll post more pics in the afternoon tomorrow. Got to dark, and I'm headed into the last day before my inspection tomorrow.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Ice Cream Man)

Mon, 24 May 2010 07:35:44 GMT

No I don't?
What ever you said must not translate into Canadian.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:39:19 GMT

both crabs are... get it... :-D

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Ice Cream Man)

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:20:32 GMT

Ya, they are bottom dwellers ok.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Sun, 23 May 2010 23:58:28 GMT

i dunno, i don't do seafood. Crabs are bottom dwellers, and I live in Baltimore. Have you seen the murder #'s in Baltimore ? Crabs, NO THANK YOU. plus we have the Chesepeak. LOL again Nooooo :-D

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Ice Cream Man)

Sun, 23 May 2010 23:54:11 GMT

So the crabs sound good?

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (THE WILD DOG)

Sun, 23 May 2010 23:38:59 GMT

LOL i know right... I am scheduled for the 28th, so that's 3 days minus Monday.

Re:Mobile kitchen build info (Ice Cream Man)

Sun, 23 May 2010 23:29:42 GMT

Or crabs.
If you ever get that trailer on the road Dog you could add them to the menu.