mitchell.stopher.1
Observer
I can't believe the c channel didn't hold up. Look for a Fastenal they should have a piece in stock that would hold up
GlobalJet's attempt at a M416 Rebuild
- Thread starter GlobalJet
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VanIsle_Greg
I think I need a bigger truck!
Looking good!
Mark Harley
Expedition Leader
It is going to look good with a matching tub.
Sits nice and level too.
Sits nice and level too.
DonBeasley
Adventurer
Looks great. Keep the pictures coming. I love these trailer and really like "borrowing" ideas from others.
GlobalJet
New member
Tub back from powder coating
A week late, tub is finally back from powder coating. Shop said their supplier had a hard time getting them the custom colored powder. And after the wait, color match way off. Although I must say I like the color.
The Thule mounts will hold the RTT. More pics tomorrow.
A week late, tub is finally back from powder coating. Shop said their supplier had a hard time getting them the custom colored powder. And after the wait, color match way off. Although I must say I like the color.
The Thule mounts will hold the RTT. More pics tomorrow.
Mark Harley
Expedition Leader
Very nice! Please post a picture of it hitched to the rover.
mitchell.stopher.1
Observer
AWESOME! Going to be a good looking rig.
GlobalJet
New member
Thanks for the comments - This was my first powder coating experience, and very impressed with how good it came out.
Now time for the 'top' or lid decision. Thinking I'm going to go extremely simple. I used the same Thule mounts I had used to hold the tent to the truck, just shortened the rails. Instead of a top, going to try and keep it opened - someone's thread here on EP mentioned using Plano 1819 XXL storage boxes. They fit perfectly in the tub - figure they can keep the outdoor camp gear as dry as it needs to be - will have to come up with a way to secure them. And the tent can be easily removed to use the trailer for other duty. I'm sure I'll readdress this issue after my first winter outing and have to deal with a load of snow.
For now, here's this AM's progress.
The sand blasting found no rust holes in bed. I removed the original drain plugs as they were too rusty to save. Will replace someday...
Maybe my wife's favorite part of the project - no more struggling to lift the tent to the top of the truck.
Now time for the 'top' or lid decision. Thinking I'm going to go extremely simple. I used the same Thule mounts I had used to hold the tent to the truck, just shortened the rails. Instead of a top, going to try and keep it opened - someone's thread here on EP mentioned using Plano 1819 XXL storage boxes. They fit perfectly in the tub - figure they can keep the outdoor camp gear as dry as it needs to be - will have to come up with a way to secure them. And the tent can be easily removed to use the trailer for other duty. I'm sure I'll readdress this issue after my first winter outing and have to deal with a load of snow.
For now, here's this AM's progress.
The sand blasting found no rust holes in bed. I removed the original drain plugs as they were too rusty to save. Will replace someday...
Maybe my wife's favorite part of the project - no more struggling to lift the tent to the top of the truck.
mitchell.stopher.1
Observer
Do you remember how much lift you got going spring over axle? Was it hard to do? I picked up some rubi wheels and 32" km1 to match the JKUR but not sure they will fit without going spring over.
GlobalJet
New member
Using the stock springs and no other addition lift, simply 'flipping' the set up, added 4 1/2". And very easy. Just invert the axle, and using same mount point, reassemble to bottom side of spring. I did relieve the hole in the axle mounting plate slightly to make room for nut that is on spring.
If you want to utilize the hand brake, you'll need to invert the brake housings where they bolt to axle. Again, simple. Flipping the axle adds distance that the brake cable needs to travel. I've seen a few unique ideas on how to remedy that. I simply by-passed the two brackets that bolt to frame midway from hand brake to the drums. That makes up the difference, but allows cable to rub over spring. So I protected the cable with some stock rubber hose.
I'm sure I made that sound a lot more complicated than it needed to be. I'll post some pics later in the day - hope that helps.
Look great, also a great looking rig. Got to see it in person at the muddy chef challange not too long ago, didn't know you were from Weha. I was in the 03 white disco and my buddy AJ had the maroon disco 1. We both are in Gbury and E hartford, if you're ever looking to go on trail runs, let me know. We've gone to a few spots in Middletown, Ellington, Manchester and Glastonbury
mitchell.stopher.1
Observer
Globaljet is your frame powder coated gloss black? Also with the wheel adaptors did you have to specify enough room to accommodate the grease cap or that's just how they came?
GlobalJet
New member
Sorry for the delay - got caught up a too long work trip.
That's a semi-gloss black. And the way I describe the spacers on page 1 of this thread is exactly what I asked for. The grease caps fitting was just good luck.
