Smittybilt Scout Trailer Reviews?
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ebrabaek
Adventurer
I think it is great to see that they really are doing the right thing here. Perhaps someone made a mistake grinding off the welds and several bad ones went out. But rather than disowning the trailer, they stand behind it, and help people in the best way. I am proud of Smitty to do that. Not always the case. In this case it is.
We have the same/similar stove that we really like. We didn't want it to overhang, so we modified and shortened the latch but kept the handle for ease of opening and closing the drawer. We believe is not necessary for the drawer to be locked since the door can be locked. Plus keeping the latch handle makes it look the same as all the other latches. We shortened our stove's legs and added magnets to the bottom of each leg. The magnets really keeps the stove in place but allows easy removal to clean underneath. We also have an adjustable regulator, and we added a quick connect to the hose. When we're ready for bed we can easily disconnect the hose from the stove but leave it attached to the propane tank, and close the drawer. When it's time to pack up, the disconnected hose easily packs underneath the stove.
It’s been great following all the conversations on this thread. Lots of great ideas!!! I live in Central California, I ordered
A trailer a little over 4 weeks ago and was given a 4 week lead time. On Friday they told me it would be 2 more weeks. Anyone sharing my experience. I ordered from 4 Wheel Parts.
A trailer a little over 4 weeks ago and was given a 4 week lead time. On Friday they told me it would be 2 more weeks. Anyone sharing my experience. I ordered from 4 Wheel Parts.
tankup
New member
Purchased September 7 from Northridge 4x4 where the Scout was on back order. Northridge had indicated the trailer will drop ship directly from Smitty when ready, and had estimated a 30-day lead time. I called Smitty yesterday for an update and was told the lead time is closer to 60 days now, so maybe there's been an uptick in demand recently.
Kraxler
Active member
Wife and I looked at a RTT on a trailer so she could get an idea of how it works, space, difficulty of getting in and out etc. we will now be getting an RTT. Probably the Smittybilt XL with annex. Will also start the mods on the trailer again. Water, battery, charger. Led lights etc.
ebrabaek
Adventurer
Finally got some time to finish the stove bracket.
Got $10 worth of angle iron and simply cut and welded a base that fit perfect into the inside of the new drawer.
Then a four legs were welded in place.
A nice fit and the whole thing got a few coats of high temp matt stove paint.
Got $10 worth of angle iron and simply cut and welded a base that fit perfect into the inside of the new drawer.
Then a four legs were welded in place.
A nice fit and the whole thing got a few coats of high temp matt stove paint.
ebrabaek
Adventurer
Then the holes were drilled in the brackets and the stove, and I reused the hardware that came with the stove.
I really like this very inexpensive combo as it can put out a lot of heat with the variable regulator.
But you can turn the regulator down and also simmer.
I really like this very inexpensive combo as it can put out a lot of heat with the variable regulator.
But you can turn the regulator down and also simmer.
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ebrabaek
Adventurer
Now I just have to figure out a quick release method. Not that I think it needs it as it sits pretty secure..... but why not.
On another note, I would like to pay forward a favor.
I have two of the old or original stove drawers. One is modded to take this stove with a minute leg molding. The other one is brand new. If anyone are interested in them to modify themself..... they are free to the taking. I am in Grand Junction CO, and will be happy to ship them but at your expense.
On another note, I would like to pay forward a favor.
I have two of the old or original stove drawers. One is modded to take this stove with a minute leg molding. The other one is brand new. If anyone are interested in them to modify themself..... they are free to the taking. I am in Grand Junction CO, and will be happy to ship them but at your expense.
We ordered ours on the 10th. Told I should expected 4-6 weeks before it shows up. 4 Wheel Parts out of Reno.
Silverback07
Adventurer
Emailed Smittybuilt on Monday, asked about the frame issues and the fix for it. Basically I got on the list to get it when its released. Had to give them my manufacturer date and the serial number. Also asked about the new stove drawer and if I could purchase one. I was not able to purchase it, they GAVE it to me... and its out for delivery today! So 2 days from an email to my house. Must say customer support has been awesome.
One thing to note, my trailer does not have the ground down weld as shown by others in several photos, my manufacturer date was Mar 2017. I am curious as to those that do have the ground down area what their Mfg date was. Just wonder if its all trailers after a point in time or just random.
One thing to note, my trailer does not have the ground down weld as shown by others in several photos, my manufacturer date was Mar 2017. I am curious as to those that do have the ground down area what their Mfg date was. Just wonder if its all trailers after a point in time or just random.
Just talked to SB, I inquired about lead times. At the present time they have 14 on order (sold) and are expecting delivery of 31 units. The units are shipping from China and once they are shipped it takes 30 days to get to the Port of Los Angeles processed and shipped to their final destination. They have not shipped from China. I asked if they were experiencing any isssues related to imposition of tariffs, they responded no. They also indicated that the quality issues have been addressed.
So in summary, regardless of when you ordered a unit you are looking at least 30 days and more likely 60 days from today. For now we will live vicariously through those that are modifying their units... so send pics.
So in summary, regardless of when you ordered a unit you are looking at least 30 days and more likely 60 days from today. For now we will live vicariously through those that are modifying their units... so send pics.