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NFS257's next build (Trailer Build)

Discussion in 'Other Builds' started by nfs257, Jan 26, 2016.

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  1. Jan 26, 2016 at 10:12 PM
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    So I stumbled across a trailer that looks to be almost perfect for what I need and want.

    Its a utility trailer that has a tent in a bag that sets up on the trailer. I needed something light enough that my truck with all the suspension modifications would still be able to easily pull and not pull the truck all over the road.

    • Camper Removable end gates (front and back) position and slide over trailer's sidewall track for interior sleep and gear surface area; Deck WIng panels set up to outside using trailer's sidewall track with added hardware fitting supplied. Dome style tent affixes around trailer's circumference.
    • Tent Fully-featured, spacious tent and rain fly with 6'10" interior height. Doors with screens on both ends (end gates are removed and positioned inside trailer)
      Screened ceiling (great sky view) and screened bay windows.
      Tie-Outs and Tie-Ins (self-contained anchors).
      Gear Loft for flashlights and small personal affects
      Power Port for electrical wire pass through
    • Mobility Leveler Kit and Marine Jack included for mobility and stability off the hitch.
    • Dimensions (Trailer)
    • Bed Dimensions 86"L x 54"W x 24"H (7' x 4' 6" interior)
    • Overall (with tongue and tires) 123"L x 70"W x 41"H
    • Dimensions (Camper) Set up interior-7'L x 8' 5"W x 6' 10"H Deck Wing 84" x 22"
    • Weights (Trailer)
    • Tongue Weight 30 lbs
    • G.V.W.R. - 2,460 lbs.

      Payload Capacity - 2,000 lbs.

      Curb Weight - 460 lbs.

      Construction - 18 ga. sheet metal over tubular “box truss” frame

      Solid steel bed with 24” high sidewalls

      C-Channel track integrated on top of sidewalls

      Flat black powder coat over galvanized metal finish

      End Gates - Front & Rear, easily removable

      Axle - Torsion with Sure Lube bearing system

      20” Ground Clearance
    Im going to customize the hubs to match the Tacoma lug pattern so I dont have to worry about spares. Also upgrading to the Lock and Roll trailer hitch system to be friendlier off-road.

    On to the pics from the website, will update with my own after April or so. Using this as a sounding board and easy way to lay out my thought process for now.

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  2. Jan 26, 2016 at 10:13 PM
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    I called USCargoControl and asked their stock of the green since they had discontinued it. So I ordered everything I hope I needed for the trailer and all the gear.... :eek: :D
    49627-airline-track-filler-strip-10_1_75_a739182ded5eb60270e489e3c5c7d2648ea71ffa.jpg 2 Of the filler strips Airline Track Filler Strip - 10'

    42437-2-green-l-track-logistic-track-pie_3838f15d511c36f590612cec133e8eb5c3f1c33e.jpg 6 Of the Airline Track 2" - Green

    42439-round-airline-track-style-l-track-_247a0b72e7aaf23992f3bbd51a8a0b232525d745.jpg 6 Of the Round Airline Track 2" - Green

    42471-48-airline-track-style-l-track-wit_b8e2eea9ed95bcf62414028de875d04aa9c9312d.jpg 3 Of the Airline Track 48" - Green

    42431-24-airline-track-style-logistic-tr_8b2dfcb6777ebaf1e3e4e9d78ca220e029e6c3f0.jpg 6 Of the Airline Track 24" - Green

    42433-12-l-track-with-powder-coated-gree_b7fd823a2a9b05c64458c85533c41eb78ff5cdf7.jpg 2 Of the Airline Track 12" - Green

    42488-single-stud-fitting-w-black-ring_1_d2f3617428b818fba946fe689f24f81de6ebadf4.jpg 20 Of the Single Stud Fitting w/ Round Ring - Black

    Looks like this in person:

     
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  4. Jan 26, 2016 at 10:13 PM
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  5. Jan 27, 2016 at 5:09 AM
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    I like it! Good idea on the hubs. :)
     
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    Fucking look it up
    I like it but I already got the pop up kinda I want mine to have an RTT as a just in case and plenty of storage room for goodies and such
     
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    @Crom any suggestions for a propane tank holder? For the 20# and where would you put it for maximum storage capacity? And safety while off road?

    Kinda thinking just strap it in and remove when camped...
     
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    Or about here on both sides...

    Propane.jpg
     
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    I looked for a bracket that i liked for a long time, and I settled on ratchet straps. It's not the best, but it certainly works well enough. General safety rules are to transport with valve covered, but no POL plugs, bottle upright and ventalated.

    Attaching to trailer is a popular method.
     
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    Fucking look it up
    Maybe make your own mounts outta some angle iron just build a cage around it and ratchet strap it in the cage?
     
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    Its gonna be a slow one. Gotta talk to them Monday to start the payment process lol
     
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    This. If you can, build your own.
     
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