Trailer build inputs appreciated

jiangrm

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Started this with converting a utility trailer to cargo trailer for moving but decided to put a truck topper for the windows and screen for future camping and hunting.

One thing I have been struggling with is the way to make front end more aerodynamic or prettier as the topper is about 6 inches shorter than the trailer, while ideally leaving front window available for light and/or ventilation. I tend not to drill holes on the fiberglass topper for waterproof reason. Have VHB tape available.

What material and structure can be used? Any inputs appreciated. Thanks
 

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billiebob

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just a thought, find a second topper, same brand, hopefully damaged and cheap or free, and cut the front off yours, cut the rear off the second topper, bond them together to fit the trailer length and you end up with lift doors on both ends
 

jiangrm

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just a thought, find a second topper, same brand, hopefully damaged and cheap or free, and cut the front off yours, cut the rear off the second topper, bond them together to fit the trailer length and you end up with lift doors on both ends

Windows would be a challenge on top of the difficulty to find same brand/size and cut them well. But I'll put it into my list. Thanks for the idea.
 

billiebob

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Don't touch the windows. Just cut in the right place. Likely cutting in front of the windows. And cutting the rear of the donor canopy to match with a butt joint. From the photo I think the cut could be a plumb straight line. Old damaged canopys are often a dime a dozen.
 

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