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What I did was buy my wheels and tires first. Then mounted those on the existing axle. Then take measurements on each side and figure out how far to move the tires inward (or outward if that's what you want to do). I was keeping the same bolt pattern, so this was easy. My axle was way, way...

I think this trailer is about 1500 lbs empty. The rear hitch is welded in and attached to the back channel and tied to the next one up. I wanted it for a step and to put a bike rack on the back. You could also put a hitch carrier on it, but you'd want to watch the tongue weight.

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M116A1 Army Pioneer Tool Trailer - ready to build up into your expedition camper. $4950 obo Rust free chassis and body. New 3500 lb axle from Champion trailer with electric brakes New 35" tires on 16" wheels New brake lights - military and LED bars New 7 pin wiring harness New army spec...

I used 0.040" on the roof of a teardrop I built, thought it was too heavy - did it just in case of hail or something. Used, 0.032 on the side walls, felt right to me. Both had plywood supporting them. I'd use 0.032 if I were to do it over. 0.040 might be right if its just steel tube and foam...