Backroad Explorer
Adventurer
Found A New One
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what did you do to your trailer today?
- Thread starter Dirtytires
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robertwalker2003
Adventurer
How do you plan on mounting the mud flaps Mark. I have been thinking about that question for some time now.
VanIsle_Greg
I think I need a bigger truck!
Thanks Mark, yeah it turned out great with the matching Red. So did yours, and IIRC your trailer was one of 2 that convinced me to actually paint it to match the XJ. I managed to get the battery and most...ok some of the electrical work done last night. Nothing too crazy planned for Phase 1, battery, a few LED lights, an inverter (1000w) etc. Battery is mounted with a custom hold down and all the basics are done. All I need to locate is a 10g fuse inline? I already have fuses going to each circut but I would like to be able to fuse the main power as well.
The black box is a project box from a local electronics store, I love those things. I mounted a switch on top of it and ran power to 2 x LED lights in the box itself, works great for seeing all your crap in there. I have also installed a battery cutoff switch to disable power (not pictured). It was midnight when I finished, so the finished pics are not getting taken until today.
These also showed up.
Scepter water jugs in Nato Blue.
:drool:
More tonight!
robertwalker2003
Adventurer
M101 3/4 Ton Expo Trailer Build
Well I decided that I was going to cut the front of the box as well. I wanted a flat storage area for fuel cans and a propane tank towards the front of the trailer, that old 60/40 weight distribution thing. I still have a lot more trimming to do but I want the welds to look good as well as hold. Cutting perfect lines on this material is very difficult with the tools I have. The vibrations make the blades on the sawzall wander all over the place and the cutoff wheel is no better. If I had the spare money I would buy a plasma cutter. This project has made me a believer in those things. I included some pictures of cutting the welds for the heck of it.
Once I get the front welded up I'm going to pull the tub off the frame so that it can be sandblasted. I'm not sure about all the overhanging metal yet. I am trying to decide if I want platforms or boxes there. I need to practice butt welding more before I can start that. Then this is the other idea I have. I have talked about removing the cross members from the tub and mounting the tub floor directly on the frame of the trailer. The problem with this is one, the bed liner or whatever it is on the bottom of the tube is very, very difficult to remove. I don't know if the sandblaster will get the liner off or not, plus I will need to add addition cross members to the trailer frame so the floor is supported which will add some weight back on the trailer. Here is an idea I have; everyone that reads this is encouraged to give me your opinions on this idea.
I thought about notching out the frame of the trailer so that the tubs cross members would fit in and then the floor would be directly on the frame. Doing it this way will eliminate the need for more frame crossmemnebrs. Well what do you think? Post your thoughts or opinions please.
Thanks
Robert Walker
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/83339-M101-3-4-Ton-Expedition-Trailer-Build
Well I decided that I was going to cut the front of the box as well. I wanted a flat storage area for fuel cans and a propane tank towards the front of the trailer, that old 60/40 weight distribution thing. I still have a lot more trimming to do but I want the welds to look good as well as hold. Cutting perfect lines on this material is very difficult with the tools I have. The vibrations make the blades on the sawzall wander all over the place and the cutoff wheel is no better. If I had the spare money I would buy a plasma cutter. This project has made me a believer in those things. I included some pictures of cutting the welds for the heck of it. Once I get the front welded up I'm going to pull the tub off the frame so that it can be sandblasted. I'm not sure about all the overhanging metal yet. I am trying to decide if I want platforms or boxes there. I need to practice butt welding more before I can start that. Then this is the other idea I have. I have talked about removing the cross members from the tub and mounting the tub floor directly on the frame of the trailer. The problem with this is one, the bed liner or whatever it is on the bottom of the tube is very, very difficult to remove. I don't know if the sandblaster will get the liner off or not, plus I will need to add addition cross members to the trailer frame so the floor is supported which will add some weight back on the trailer. Here is an idea I have; everyone that reads this is encouraged to give me your opinions on this idea.
I thought about notching out the frame of the trailer so that the tubs cross members would fit in and then the floor would be directly on the frame. Doing it this way will eliminate the need for more frame crossmemnebrs. Well what do you think? Post your thoughts or opinions please.
Thanks
Robert Walker
http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/83339-M101-3-4-Ton-Expedition-Trailer-Build
rarecj8
Observer
i like the crank up/down level jacks. looking for those locally. plan is to lop off the handle and weld on a large nut, then for deployment just use a cordless impact to run the jack. looking good. in other news, my 3 dog tent just arrived from australia and awaiting customs clearance. weeee!
VanIsle_Greg
I think I need a bigger truck!
I camped in it, well actually if you want to get specific, on it.
Mike (Wavebreaker) and I took our Jeeps and Trailers up to Lake Cowichan out to the northern tip and set up camp for a season ending trip. The first real camping for Mike in his recently completed (freakin awesome) trailer, and me in my "Phase 1 is complete the rest can wait" setup. We headed out in the sun on Saturday after kids skating and soccer... great trip but the gravel roads were nasty dry and dusty (still cant breathe right). Set up camp in short order and were basically one of 3 sites occupied in a 48 site location...ahhh peace and quiet.
Me
Mike
Add for CVT?
Trip was great. A few things I need to do however. On board water with on demand hot (was soooo nice Mike had this setup). Kitchen setup on the trailer...table with a sink or tub and some counter space. Have a design in mind already... oh and a better cooler or a fridge.
Other than that...2 thumbs way up! CVT was amazingly comfy and roomy as all get out! Great tents.
Mike (Wavebreaker) and I took our Jeeps and Trailers up to Lake Cowichan out to the northern tip and set up camp for a season ending trip. The first real camping for Mike in his recently completed (freakin awesome) trailer, and me in my "Phase 1 is complete the rest can wait" setup. We headed out in the sun on Saturday after kids skating and soccer... great trip but the gravel roads were nasty dry and dusty (still cant breathe right). Set up camp in short order and were basically one of 3 sites occupied in a 48 site location...ahhh peace and quiet.
Me
Mike
Add for CVT?
Trip was great. A few things I need to do however. On board water with on demand hot (was soooo nice Mike had this setup). Kitchen setup on the trailer...table with a sink or tub and some counter space. Have a design in mind already... oh and a better cooler or a fridge.
Other than that...2 thumbs way up! CVT was amazingly comfy and roomy as all get out! Great tents.
VanIsle_Greg
I think I need a bigger truck!
One more thing we both need... MUD FLAPS. My Monstalined fenders stood up well, no damage at all. Mikes fenders however took a brutal beating on the gravel. I blame his BFG AT's mostly as my MT's hardly grabbed a rock all 50 or so KM of gravel, his on the other had...OMG, sandblasted his trailer. Good thing he added the Checker Plate to the front, that worked awesome.
Net up on the Jeep Project list, removable WIDE *** flaps for trailer protection in adverse conditions.
Net up on the Jeep Project list, removable WIDE *** flaps for trailer protection in adverse conditions.
rarecj8
Observer
So the new RTT is soon to be here all t he way from Australia. Must fab a base for it to rest on-- want an enclosed lid but can't wait for local production. So far this what was done and big thanks to motorbreath for the help.
40' raw materials
tie in support bushings--
main side bar mock up
burning wire!
getting there
getting closer
end cap details
almost there
40' raw materials
tie in support bushings--
main side bar mock up
burning wire!
getting there
getting closer
end cap details
almost there
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rarecj8
Observer
need D tabs? just slice up some shackle side plates or just make from flat stock
tie in detail
next is finish welds, flap disc clean, paint and drive to Baker, NV to pick up new tent from http://www.3dogcampingusa.com/
tie in detail
next is finish welds, flap disc clean, paint and drive to Baker, NV to pick up new tent from http://www.3dogcampingusa.com/
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rarecj8
Observer
WOW... lots of cutting!
Me, I did some work on my trailers nose-wheel and rear stabilizer jacks. My buddy Mike had some big C channel and some plate scrap lying around, so we hatched a plan for my swivel wheel I picked up.
Bolts right on in place of the drop leg and the trailer sits level. Just need to paint it and finish it up tomorrow...ran out of light. I also worked on extending the drop down rear legs as well. Well actually Mike did most of the work... but I get to finish it up.
Just need to wrap these up and get them installed! I also picked up the rest of the wiring for my electrical system. Another 9 LED light for inside the tent, and a battery cut off switch etc. That comes next...but maybe not in time for the trip I am HOPING to take next weekend? Got to break it in some time right?
curious-- why not just cut and lengthen the inside piece that came w/ the jack? As opposed to all new insert?
Backroad Explorer
Adventurer
Spent the last 2 days Bleachin', Toss'n & getting rid of all the mouse "stuff" & hoards of alfalfa seeds.
A little more Soap & HOT Water and the inside is done for now.
Then on to the outside, Canvas needs help but thats a winter project?
A little more Soap & HOT Water and the inside is done for now.
Then on to the outside, Canvas needs help but thats a winter project?
Mark Harley
Expedition Leader
Wear a resperator when cleaning!
Hantavirus is carried by rodents, especially deer mice. The virus is found in their urine and feces, but it does not make the animal sick.
It is believed that humans can get sick with this virus if they come in contact with contaminated dust from mice nests or droppings. You may come in contact with such dust when cleaning homes, sheds, or other enclosed areas that have been empty for a long time.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001382.htm
Hantavirus is carried by rodents, especially deer mice. The virus is found in their urine and feces, but it does not make the animal sick.
It is believed that humans can get sick with this virus if they come in contact with contaminated dust from mice nests or droppings. You may come in contact with such dust when cleaning homes, sheds, or other enclosed areas that have been empty for a long time.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001382.htm
VanIsle_Greg
I think I need a bigger truck!
Basically that is exactly what I did. I didn't use the same stock as it was an oddball size and I didn't find any in my limited travels. All I did was insert the new steel tube into the old leg extension and drill and bolt. They are almost the same size tube, but the new steel is thicker. The old extension is the piece with all the holes.
Make sense?
huskyfargo
Adventurer
I put my RTT back on:
Dirtytires
Explorer
^^^^ Nice..