Gov't Mule - M101A3 multipurpose trailer build

[Mark Harley]

Mount a 1 1/4" or 2" hitch channel under the tub and make a flag pole mast holder.
This is what I made for a offset umbrella. It worked well but I upgraded to a ez up.

 

[Scoutman]

Spent a little bit of time getting ready for a camping trip this weekend. I ordered an adjustable folding drop leg and a channel to mount my table. Got those installed the other night. Last night I worked on getting the license plate lights wired up to the main harness. I've also played around with some ideas on hanging my pelican kitchen off the side and a Trasharoo off the back swing gate.

 

[Scoutman]

The drop leg and table mounting rail. I'll remove the rail, paint, and put on some decent hardware when I decide this is a suitable spot.

 

[Scrapdaddy]

Nice table. How about a link to the adjustable leg. Did you make the table top and where do you store it, when not being used?

Thanks,

Ron

 

[Scoutman]

Nice table. How about a link to the adjustable leg. Did you make the table top and where do you store it, when not being used?

Thanks,

Ron

Here's the leg...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002N5YEZM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And here's the channel...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00G44IZEO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This channel is available through many outlets. I first saw where folks on here were using kits from Compact Camping Concepts but I really didn't like the leg that they were using so I found the parts elsewhere. I only used half of the channel so I plan to mount the remainder on a different part of the trailer when I figure out what works. AP Products makes a number of parts like these and other RV table accessories.

The top was from a cubicle set that we were getting rid of at work. I grabbed 3 of them thinking I could work them into the trailer somehow. Time will tell how well they hold up. Right now it's just wedged between a few of my equipment storage cases. If it starts getting beaten up I'll have to think of something different.

 

[Scoutman]

Discovered this cool little feature this evening while packing gear. A standard grocery sack fits in this ammo can and the handle hooks on the tie down loops on each of the four corners of the mule. :sombrero:

 

[RagnarD]

I like the trash can. What size can in that?

 

[Scoutman]

I like the trash can. What size can in that?

Not sure. It was one I had in the attic. It's more narrow than a 20mm can. I'll look to see if there are any markings on it.

 

[Scoutman]

I like the trash can. What size can in that?

I checked and it's a 25mm can. It worked out great this weekend camping. It big enough to hold about a meals worth of trash (cooking for a group) and when I was done I could tie the bag up and snap the lid on till morning to keep the coons out.

 

[Scoutman]

Got to use the Mule for something other than farm work this weekend. :wings: Loaded it up with gear and used it as my outdoor kitchen behind my truck camper. It worked great. The table was nice and sturdy and set up super quick. The trash can was convenient between the table and my cooker and having a place to hang the pelican kitchen kept all the rest of my stuff close by. The cooler and food boxes stayed on the tailgate. Very pleased.

 

[RagnarD]

Nice rig you have there. I mostly use mine as a portable chuck wagon as well. Plenty of flat surfaces.

Just need to track down a 25mm ammo can.

 

[frenchlayer]

Thanks for the idea

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[Scoutman]

I'm looking for a cover for this trailer. If anyone happens to know where I can find one for a reasonable price let me know.

 

[Mark Harley]

Are you on Facebook?
There is a guy in Bloomsburgh Pa. selling a couple M101A covers
They are in the group. M416 & M101 Series Military Trailers

Mark