M416 Galvy Trailer Build

[Mark Harley]

Not to paint is my vote..........Looks great like that.

 

[hesterj]

My vote is to paint the tub but leave the parts you show in the pickup alone. It will make for a cool look.

 

[Trailpsycho]

Galvanizing is great. I had my Bronco frame done when I did my frame off. However, you live in the NE, so its probably a good idea to top-coat it to get as much corrosion resistance as possible. Galv is not a panacea, but its a great start. IF you do top-coat, there are some things that need to be done to get proper adhesion. Just make sure you do some research. Good luck, the build looks awesome thus far.

Cheers!

 

[I Leak Oil]

Paint it. It won't stay shiney for long and once it's got a good film of oxidation built up it's a real PIA to prep and paint. Use a good epoxy primer and you'll be good to go. The surface will never be in a better state to paint than it is now so time is criticle.

 

[Mark Harley]

Clear coat the galvanized parts.

 

[I Leak Oil]

I'm not sure clear will stick to galvy for very long.

 

[Chris Vitale]

Needs a few more light coats and its done.

 

[Chris Vitale]

All cleaned up and ready for assembly. Now awaiting my McMaster hardware order to arrive in the mail.

 

[Chris Vitale]

Axle is set up with new parts and ultra corrosion resistant grade 8 hardware.

Frame is ready for axle installation.

Now just waiting on the proper inner oil seals to complete the hub installation.

 

[Chris Vitale]

Hubs are now repacked and better than new. I expect the rest of this will now come together rather quickly.

 

[Mark Harley]

Looks good!

 

[Chris Vitale]

Body is mostly together.

Still need to add:
1. Brake lines
2. Lights
3. New rims and tires

But that will likely be it for now.

 

[/dev/m416]

Looks great - I like the contrast with the frame, shows it off a bit! Have fun using it!

 

[Arlo]

Great job!
I like to have the frame zinc plated! :wings:

 

[Datajockeys]

Do you still have your handbrake assy? Mine got munched by the previous owner.