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Author:  tomsjeep [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 7:56 am ]
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LIV, nice lookin' start.
Question, why are you using a ball hitch instead of a lunette?
Looks like you've got a good start going. Looking forward to pics of progress (no, I'm not urging you to hurry up, just want to see how it builds).
Author:  LIV42DY [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 1:57 pm ]
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tomsjeep wrote:
LIV, nice lookin' start.
Question, why are you using a ball hitch instead of a lunette?
Looks like you've got a good start going. Looking forward to pics of progress (no, I'm not urging you to hurry up, just want to see how it builds).

The lunette rattles like crazy and and it does not have the full rotation, if you look at mine /i have 180 and 360. the lunette is also limited.
Author:  LIV42DY [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 1:59 pm ]
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tommudd wrote:
LIV4

I like a lot, just make two while you are at it, and I will run over and pick it up when you're done :wink:

LIV would love to build you one :D . Just get the material together and its done.. as a matter of fact for you Tom ill give you the plans :)
Author:  tomsjeep [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 2:19 pm ]
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LIV42DY wrote:
tomsjeep wrote:
LIV, nice lookin' start.
Question, why are you using a ball hitch instead of a lunette?
Looks like you've got a good start going. Looking forward to pics of progress (no, I'm not urging you to hurry up, just want to see how it builds).

The lunette rattles like crazy and and it does not have the full rotation, if you look at mine /i have 180 and 360. the lunette is also limited.

Really? I never noticed a rattle, but last time I towed one, I was wearing all my 'battle rattle' so I might not have noticed. Was just curious. Sounds like you've got the bases covered. Nice going.
You could go into business makin' those you know.
Author:  Inc [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 5:31 pm ]
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Ben, the guy doing my SFA also does custom off road trailers. I can hit him up for tips and advic when I stop by the shop next week.
Author:  durangotang [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 5:41 pm ]
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Inc wrote:
Ben, the guy doing my SFA also does custom off road trailers. I can hit him up for tips and advic when I stop by the shop next week.


Sweet... if you get some basic info for me that would be pure awesomeness... and see if he'll build me one for $537 :lol: :lol:
Author:  Inc [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 5:42 pm ]
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durangotang wrote:
Inc wrote:
Ben, the guy doing my SFA also does custom off road trailers. I can hit him up for tips and advic when I stop by the shop next week.


Sweet... if you get some basic info for me that would be pure awesomeness... and see if he'll build me one for $537 :lol: :lol:


Guess it won't hurt to ask. :lol:
Author:  LIV42DY [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 9:10 pm ]
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We finished the front panel and the sides, framed out the tailgate, and finished the rear bumper, the cutouts on each side will house the LED tail lights and center lite , and the tabs ..well we cant have a trailer without tow points :D

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Author:  tomsjeep [ Sat Aug 15, 2009 10:13 pm ]
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very nice!
Author:  LIV42DY [ Mon Sep 21, 2009 8:14 pm ]
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Few updates on the trailer, we have some paint on it, mostly enclosed except for the top lid, the power box is in, battery, still a while to go but moving along.

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Author:  tommudd [ Mon Sep 21, 2009 8:56 pm ]
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I sort of had an idea of what color it would be but was just sitting back watching! :lol:

Man that is looking great

yes share some plans for sure :wink:

Tom
Author:  LIV42DY [ Tue Sep 22, 2009 9:08 pm ]
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Tom, will do. I just need to finish it. I made a few changes and need to update the plans. As soon as I do I will PM you with the plans. will let you know ahead of time. Be patient my friend :D
Author:  candpliberty [ Sat Sep 26, 2009 10:56 pm ]
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I've been looking also. I found this where he built a frame and teardrop, then modified it for better offroading. interesting.

http://www.outbackteardrop.com/chassis.html
Author:  805gregg [ Wed Nov 04, 2009 2:34 pm ]
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You might what to check out the trailer section over at Expedition Portal.
Author:  tommudd [ Wed Nov 04, 2009 3:05 pm ]
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805gregg wrote:
You might what to check out the trailer section over at Expedition Portal.


Yes great place for ideas/plans
I'm on there at least four times a day! :wink:
Author:  Inc [ Wed Nov 04, 2009 3:40 pm ]
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805gregg wrote:
You might what to check out the trailer section over at Expedition Portal.


I need to head over there as well I guess. Might make my life a little easier.
Author:  LIV42DY [ Tue Nov 17, 2009 11:31 pm ]
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lots more work to be done, but it is officially road worthy. the first road run was a bit missbehaved. After installing the shocks it got a lot better. here are a few shots.


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Author:  Inc [ Tue Nov 17, 2009 11:44 pm ]
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Nice trailer, just more work than I want to or am willing to put in.

I guess it depends on what you are looking to do with the trailer.

Do you have more pics of that trailer?
Author:  LIV42DY [ Wed Nov 18, 2009 12:24 am ]
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A few I have not posted, The power box, and battery box, switch panel its on the trailer but still under construction, still need the voltage regulator and need to run the wires to the rear of the trailer for the Frig,

Shocks, and a couple of the inside. The top was not installed at this time. Im still waiting for the latches for the top. ect, ect, The most expensive part is going to be the tent. anyway here are a few more.

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Author:  Inc [ Wed Nov 18, 2009 12:31 am ]
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Nice work. 8)
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