Interchangable Decks on a trailer

[WadeT]

I just wanted everyone's opinion on something. I want to build a roof top tent trailer using my HF 4x8 ft utility trailer. the only problem is that I need that trailer for just more than camping. I was thinking about a 2 rail system where there would be 2 metal or wood rails mounted to the trailer and on the decks that would bolt or pin down to each other. I have a need for a flatbed deck, a bike rack, kayak rack, and a camp gear trailer.

All your input is greatly appreciated!!!! :ylsmoke: :wings:

Wade T
Tolono IL

 

[Ace Brown]

Sorry, but it's not clear what you have in mind. You might check out a Jumping Jack which is a basic utility trailer with a pop-up style tent. Also Coleman made a utility trailer which was more of a toy hauler; bikes, kayaks, etc. Look these up for ideas.

Ace

 

[WadeT]

The Idea I have is I already have a Harbor Freight 4x8 folding trailer that I want to use different decks on for different uses. Im just trying to figure the best and safest way to mount the different decks to the trailer in a way that I can change the trailer into a flatbed or a camper or a bike-rack etc.

 

[WagoneerSX4]

Not sure if this is really along the lines of what you want but I made this out of my little modified 4x4 habor freight trailer.

Everything is bolted to the frame and if I need it to be a flatbed it's just 8 bolts to take everything off.

 

[WadeT]

I like! It looks like a 2x4 frame mounted in the stake pockets?

 

[WagoneerSX4]

I like! It looks like a 2x4 frame mounted in the stake pockets?

2x4 frame, 2x2 supports, with steel joints at every corner, all bolted right to the trailer frame.

 

[rangerdogg]

Im a carpenter and i use my 4x8 for dump runs for work.This winter im goint to be maeking a box that is around 42" w x90" l.And the box will be removable like your talking about bolt down and im going to have the welding shop make me a rack that i can raise and lower willl in travel.If you go on http://compactcampingconcepts.com/ look at his site a lote of great idead .Also go on his facebook page alot of nice pic and Scott will chime in if you write him on face book and he is on here and tlk to you .He also has a store on line to buy stuff for your build.Wish i had pic to share but not starting till winter sometiem. Good luck and if you have any questions let me know.

Happy Camping Scott