The galley hatch door seems to be coming together. The the big test will be how it fits when installed on the camper, which will be happening soon. Speaking of tests, I’ve been referring to the galley door as my final exam in my teardrop building class. It has been the most challenging build I’ve ever had to do, that’s for sure. Here’s some highlights of the process:
We glued each panel onto the frame separately, allowing us to assure a good fit and use every possible clamp. The center went in first. 
The okoume plywood needs help bending. A wet towel and iron worked best. We heated and bent all the panels to the frame and clamped them overnight, then did another steam heat right before glueing. 
Adding good ol’ PL300 to the frame. 
Second panel installed. Lots of wood bits and popsicle sticks helped to get even pressure on the frame. 
Third panel installed. 
Note the braces that grab the edges of the frame. This is to hold the curve and resist it moving out of shape from the pressure of the panels.
While the galley hatch door is getting painted, we’ll see some big progress with the remainder of the camper. Storage and entry doors will go on today, and the galley shelving should be mostly completed. Stay tuned for an update soon! In the meantime, I’ll leave you with this teaser of the storage hatch doors getting their insides painted…
Wow! What a project. Looks great!
Thanks, Scott!
Whew.
Whew, indeed! Now, fingers crossed that that hinge goes on the hatch without a hitch.
Happy New Year to you both the trailer for sure. May you have clear highways, great vistas, and only admirable looks for the tear drop. Also, but of course, fair winds and following seas.
Well done. Aloha ha, Jeff B
Thank you, Jeff! Happy New Year!
AMAZING!! Now take a break and eat the paella
It was SO YUMMY!!