5x8 Wells Cargo V Nose back country camper conversion

meach4x4

meach4x4

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After selling my Jeep, buying a couple of other 4x4's, a popup camper, and a boat... I've run out of storage room for my 5x8 V nose Wells Fargo Converted Cargo Trailer.

This trailer is really nice. So nice that it was featured in the September edition of 4 Wheel Drive Magazine (see "Gimme Shelter" article on page 14.) I've towed this trailer about 4,000 miles. Probably 25% has been on back country roads and trails. It has held up very well. Except for a couple of dings from tree branches and flying gravel it is straight and in excellent condition.

The build thread for this trailer is here:

http://www.mikenchell.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=32431

And I have posted a few pics on Picasa web at:

https://picasaweb.google.com/104714373405569163449/BackCountryTrailerPhotos#5642048981794357394

This trailer is located in St. George, Utah.

Please message me here on the forum with any questions you may have or to schedule an appointment to see it in person.

Features list:
2007 Wells Cargo 5x8 V Nose Service Wagon with the following Options:
RV Side Door
Rear Barn Doors
6" added ceiling height
Alloy Wheels
LED lighting
Luan Interior Paneling
Extra Height Diamond Plate Rock Guard

Added features for camping conversion:
Vinyl floor
foam insulation
ceiling panelling
upholstered cornice covers
upholstered bang boards above doors
2 15x30 sliding windows
3 speed Fantastic fan
LED interior lights
4 heavy cargo tie downs in floor
12 cargo hooks along base boards
10 clothes hooks on walls
30 amp shore power
45 amp converter/charger/ac and dc distribution panel
100 amp/hr AGM battery
750 watt inverter
2 12 volt outlets
4 ac outlets (shore power)
2 ac outlets (inverter)
convertible sofa/bed with huge storage underneath
upholstered 5" foam/memory foam cushions
large front shelf (desk height)
small TV shelf below ceiling
4" axle lift
BFG 31x10.50x15 All Terrain KO tires
2 rear stabilizer jacks (extended 4" to match lift)
7 pin RV electrical coupler with tow vehicle charge connection
Porch light
LED dome light
Incandescent desk light
2 LED reading lights
gadget storage pouches at head of bed
removeable aluminum steps
2 collapsible cup holders
probably a few other goodies I forgot!

With conversion, the dry trailer weight is 1,378 pounds

Price: $4000

Gil
meach4x4
 
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pajeepman

Adventurer
Looks like a nice trailer, I saw it in the mag and when I saw the title to your post here, I thought of that article right away.
 
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orangeTJ

Explorer
Looks intriguing....... I'm going to give it some thought.

I've owned two Wells Cargo trailers and love them. I think something like this might serve my needs better than an AT style trailer, I hate tents!

Do you know what the height of the trailer is to the top of the roof vent?

my first WC trailer was my "camper" too.
 
meach4x4

meach4x4

New member
orangeTJ said:
Looks intriguing....... I'm going to give it some thought.

I've owned two Wells Cargo trailers and love them. I think something like this might serve my needs better than an AT style trailer, I hate tents!

Do you know what the height of the trailer is to the top of the roof vent?

my first WC trailer was my "camper" too.
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Sorry about the slow response, but I've been off the grid a few days. The overall height to the top of the vent is just under 7' 10". I've had it into my garage with an 8' door. The vent is the newer "low profile" model of the Fantastic Fan 3 speed. I originally planned to add cargo racks, but they raised the clearance 4 inches, and they are only rated for ladders, not heavy gear. Besides, the cargo trailers are nice because you can load them down low for a more favorable COG on the trail.

Gil
 
meach4x4

meach4x4

New member
Overland Hadley said:
Can you give a link to some interior shots?
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Hi Hadley,

The build thread (link in the first post here) has a lot of interior, including showing the frame, wiring, windows installation, bed, and finished shots.

The picasaweb album has a few of the finished nterior ishots.

The article in 4 Wheel Drive has several shots of the interior, also. If there are any specific shots you don't find on those links, let me know and I'll be happy to post them up on the Picasaweb album.

Gil
 
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orangeTJ

Explorer
It would make a nice addition to my other Wells Cargo, and this one would be perfect behind a JK-U that I don't yet have.

Still thinking about it.
 
mhiscox

mhiscox

Expedition Leader
orangeTJ said:
. . . Still thinking about it.
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It's very nice work, and given what's gone into it, it seems a good bargain. And the low weight is a definite plus. I'm the very last person who needs this, and I was still tempted. :sombrero:
 
meach4x4

meach4x4

New member
orangeTJ said:
It would make a nice addition to my other Wells Cargo, and this one would be perfect behind a JK-U that I don't yet have.

Still thinking about it.
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Yes, it is perfect for pulling behind a Jeep. When I took my long vacation last year I put everything in if for an extended trip (32 days) including 2 large dutch ovens, dutch oven table, bbq, propane stove, luggable loo, fishing gear, etc. I ran across the scales in Oregon and it was just under 2000 pounds. It pulled like a dream. I don't think I'd hesitate to pull it with a TJ or LJ.

Gil
 
meach4x4

meach4x4

New member
Just a quick reminder... this nice little trailer is still available, and the owner is motivated to sell it! (Wife says too many vehicles in the driveway = big motivation)
 
meach4x4

meach4x4

New member
OK, folks. I am willing to lower the price to $3,500 to try and get you off the fence. I'd like to sell this trailer soon to that I can store my boat at home for the coming fishing season here in Saint George.

BTW... This is a very nicely finished trailer. You won't be disappointed! :)

Gil
 
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