pixeldzn's OFFROAD TRAILER buildup

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Thu Aug 16, 2007 3:06 pm

WoodysKJ wrote:

Pixeldzn,

Mig or torch welding it?

I need to learn how to weld.

Actually ARC Welding it, and I am not the one doing the sparking. I am grinder and cut wheel slave on this one.

ARC seems like it is the most forgiving to learn with, and the equipment is cheaper too, just not real easy to make a preety weld. I don't know any beginning welder that can do it preety anyhow!

Jeger · **Posted:** Thu Aug 16, 2007 3:58 pm

pixeldzn wrote:

WoodysKJ wrote:

Pixeldzn,

Mig or torch welding it?

I need to learn how to weld.

Actually ARC Welding it, and I am not the one doing the sparking. I am grinder and cut wheel slave on this one.

ARC seems like it is the most forgiving to learn with, and the equipment is cheaper too, just not real easy to make a preety weld. I don't know any beginning welder that can do it preety anyhow!

MIG is the most forgiving I believe. I actully find stick welding to be harder than TIG welding...but I started on a TIG so that may be why....anyhow once you figure out how to get a mig adjusted you could be welding stuff together the same day.

Looks good.....What have you got planned for the Tailgate?

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Thu Aug 16, 2007 4:31 pm

Jeger wrote:

Looks good.....What have you got planned for the Tailgate?

A simple fold down tailgate with bolts for hinges and a cable type limiting system to let it fold down flat.

USAFCOP · **Posted:** Thu Aug 16, 2007 6:33 pm

So when are you building mine (welcome back from deployment gift?)

Marty is too busy to build/help me build one.

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Fri Aug 17, 2007 8:13 am

USAFCOP wrote:

So when are you building mine (welcome back from deployment gift?)

Marty is too busy to build/help me build one.

More like I'll sell you the first one and build the next one with all the extra changes I can visualize as I am building this one

WoodysKJ · **Posted:** Fri Aug 17, 2007 8:30 am

Let the bidding begin, NOW!!!!

USAFCOP · **Posted:** Fri Aug 17, 2007 5:41 pm

pixeldzn wrote:

USAFCOP wrote:

So when are you building mine (welcome back from deployment gift?)

Marty is too busy to build/help me build one.

More like I'll sell you the first one and build the next one with all the extra changes I can visualize as I am building this one

No bidding, the offer was to me...

$10 :roll:

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Fri Aug 17, 2007 8:06 pm

USAFCOP wrote:

pixeldzn wrote:

USAFCOP wrote:

So when are you building mine (welcome back from deployment gift?)

Marty is too busy to build/help me build one.

More like I'll sell you the first one and build the next one with all the extra changes I can visualize as I am building this one

No bidding, the offer was to me...

$10 :roll:

add 2 zeros (no decimals in between) and times it by 3 and its yours.

WoodysKJ · **Posted:** Sat Aug 18, 2007 3:13 pm

MAN! I have heard of Retail Mark-Up, But, Jeez...

USAFCOP · **Posted:** Sat Aug 18, 2007 5:33 pm

pixeldzn wrote:

USAFCOP wrote:

pixeldzn wrote:

USAFCOP wrote:

So when are you building mine (welcome back from deployment gift?)

Marty is too busy to build/help me build one.

More like I'll sell you the first one and build the next one with all the extra changes I can visualize as I am building this one

No bidding, the offer was to me...

$10 :roll:

add 2 zeros (no decimals in between) and times it by 3 and its yours.

OK....

$.0010 * 3= $.0030
:twisted:

Sold

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 12:45 am

The trailer is nearly complete! It only needs it's cedar decking floor installed.

Dje Ryu · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 1:14 am

Very nice!

DarbyWalters · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 6:30 am

Almost done :roll:

Yeah Right :roll:

WHERE ARE THE DECALS :wink:

tommudd · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 8:46 am

Are you running any fenders? Always like Flat tops that way you have somewhere to sit stuff when out somewhere, but the round ones would look good also. Any side marker lights?
It is looking great Thanks for sharing Don!

Visited Tractor Supply last week looking at axles, fenders, boxes for the front etc. What width axle did you go with? Either building one like this or an off road Tear Drop this winter hopefully! :wink:

Tom

sleeve84028 · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 9:43 am

Looks great! I'd recommend some fenders too but you're probably way ahead of that thought

pixeldzn · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 10:19 am

I have some fenders, but They don't quite fit the 33s. Either I am going to modify them, or get some more diamond plate bent to make some custom ones.

I do have side markers - they are some nifty small LEDs. I guess you just can't see them in the pic. http://www.pmlights.com/products.cfm?cI ... 4&pId=2558

I am also thinking about building a lid now too, instead of running a canvas tarp as originally planned. That should be an easy addition.

The axle is the same exact track width and bolt pattern as the Rubicon - I ordered it from this guy: http://abctrailerparts.com/

Decals are coming too! :lol:

tommudd · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 10:29 am

Lid would be better in the long run I would think, plus you can lock it up so no one can get in unlike canvas. Great prices on the axles, have to check with him on some for me. Keep up the good work!

DarbyWalters · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 10:35 am

Now just add the lid with a rooftop tent on top...you are set.

M101 with lid and roof top tent and fender design

http://expeditionportal.com/forum/attac ... 1155479757

SunDvl · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 11:01 am

Looks good! Can't wait to see it in person.

Jeger · **Posted:** Wed Sep 19, 2007 12:43 pm

I like that idea of the roof top tent put on the trailer.

I am interested to see how that hitch performs....lets see some action shots!

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