Considering the purchase of a new RTT in the next few weeks. One thing I haven't been able to get a straight answer to is can the tent 'frame' support itself with the ladder up, or does it need the ladder to support the cantilevered section? One of the benefits to the telescoping ladder in...
Well I started doing some detailed budgeting and for the trailer above - 4x6', axle w. ebrakes, etc. I came up with a whopping $4,700.
Anyone see some serious pennies I can pinch?
I'd say my budget is right about there. I have a preliminary design for what I want to do.
Without giving it too much thought, the things I want out of this trailer, in order, are:
1. Able to use my RTT. I'm a little paranoid/OCD when it comes to my truck, so hearing the occasional story of...
No worries on the hijack at all. I think I have seen pictures of your truck before Salt and it's exactly where I'd like mine to end up. Nicely done!
I have gone back to an OME lift, but have given up on the RTT on the truck idea. Between issues of bed sides spreading and the cab of the truck...
I have looked into shipping these, but honestly finding a box to fit 54" crossbars has been pretty tough. I will let you know if I can find something to ship them in.
I'm very happy with my Snug Top Rebel with the sportsman's package to support my RTT.
I also went with OME. My dakars squeak, but I haven't tried this solution yet: http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/suspension/156353-squeaky-dakars-any-advice-others-dakars.html#post3157270
Have a few questions before I commit to building myself a trailer. Please feel free to share all opinions/ideas.
1. I have access to a 120v flux core welder. Can you get good enough penetration with that welder to make a 2x3 trailer frame structurally sound? I don't want this thing breaking...
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