RE: Ice Shanty Construction
Two years ago I built a shanty similar to the one you are looking into. I really recommend looking into steel stud construction for at least the walls if not the whole thing. The weight savings make sense, without losing much if any strength. Also, on the outside of mine I used tin sheets from a heating supply house that had cosmetic defects making them unusable for ductwork, but great for fish house siding. They came in 4'by 8' sheets and show no wear after two years. I also went to the dump (sanitary landfill) and got a door and a window for free. The idea of a frame with retractable wheels sounds great to me if you can build, or get someone to build, that. Good luck with your project.
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