My scratch built expedition style trailer build up thread - Page 12

REZARF · 12-14-07, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by AxleIke

PROGRESS?!?! MORE PICTURES!!!

ARG, I need my Rezarf Trailer Build Fix!!!

Too much snow, been busy at work, and gotta get the drawings worked out for the sheet metal. Sneaked over to Ullr's house tonight to make a few more bends before I have to return 2badfj's die to him tomorrow.

Thanks again Ian for the bender time!

REZARF · 12-14-07, 07:40 PM

I gotta be honest, if you are needing anything fabbed you need to contact my man Jim, the famous 2badfj's at

Solid Rock Off Road! <-- linky

...shameless plug for a dude who has really helped me out. Seriously people, you can get rock solid custom work done for the price of production pieces, Jim is the man!

2badfjs · 12-14-07, 07:54 PM

if you need it longer let me know, i've got time drew

REZARF · 12-14-07, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 2badfjs

if you need it longer let me know, i've got time drew

Nope, got it all done tonight bud, I will call tomorrow when we head through around 4ish.

Ullr · 12-17-07, 04:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Ullr

Rezarf is devoted, this was taken about 2 minutes ago in my backyard, hes trying to get the last of the square tube bends done.

Yes, he's workin in the snow in the dark by headlamp

Sing it with me... "Rezarf the white nosed reindeer..."

AxleIke · 12-17-07, 06:49 PM

Looks good man!

I love the white nose. Top notch!!!

REZARF · 12-20-07, 01:47 PM

I let this idea die until I realized that I can now bend square tubing. I might re-think my side box idea. It is a great idea that I got from AT's Horizon trailer... which is 'da BOMB!

My main hesitation was the idea of attaching sheet to round steel, but now the square tubing gives me easy mounting of the sheet. Whatcha' think?

Here is a rough sketch...

Exiled · 12-21-07, 08:16 AM

Looks good, but I think angling the "panier" boxes is more work than it's worth. I'd go for rectangular, like on the Horizon.

Degnol · 12-21-07, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Exiled

Looks good, but I think angling the "panier" boxes is more work than it's worth. I'd go for rectangular, like on the Horizon.

More work, yes, but it fits with the overall design scheme he has working

Ed

REZARF · 12-21-07, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Degnol

More work, yes, but it fits with the overall design scheme he has working

Ed

Agreed, if I didn't care how the overall thing looked, i would be a blessed man... with a HUGE box on a bomb proof frame and would have been done about 2 months ago.

...8 bends a few stringers and the boxes are done... yeah right!

photogod · 12-21-07, 02:39 PM

Go for your design. That's what makes it unique and attractive. Take the high road!

Degnol · 12-21-07, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by photogod

Go for your design. That's what makes it unique and attractive. Take the high road!

X2, and the angle on the box should help it navigate those trees that jump out on the trail. More likely to push itself around it that get hung up!

Ed

Sexy trailer

spressomon · 12-22-07, 08:38 AM

Drew: Do the sideboxes! And I like, your angled approach (no pun intended...well actually pun intended

) from a cosmetic perspective even though you loose function on the interior with the mitered corners...what would it look like if you left the front side as mitered but made the rear/trailing side of the box 90 degrees to gain a little more use of the space?

FYI: I REALLY like the stove set-up mounted on my AT Horizon side box..try to incorporate it if you can. Didn't think it mattered that much in the beginning...but it is a great convenience all the time!

You probably already are planning to do this but be sure to thickly (1/4") Rhino/Line-X/whatever all the front sides of your trailer, frame, box, etc. My AT has just gotten beat to snot from gravel/sand/rock spray!!!

One last FYI: Be sure to consider your RTT height if you do add sideboxes...you may need additional height for your RTT mounts...if you go with a side hinged top as your latest pic depicts (a side opening top will be more useful to you than a rear/front hinged top).

Exiled · 12-22-07, 09:33 AM

I was pondering some changes to my own trailer yesterday and my mind kept going back to those angled boxes...Drew, here's a thought...the angled corners would be *perfect* for storing wheel chocks for the trailer! If you store them sideways, you can maximize your storage capacity! I've always had an issue with storing mine, that's how the idea came up.

This is the kind of thing that drives my wife nuts, I can be watching a show on TV but really thinking about this kind of stuff...!

gavman · 12-22-07, 09:55 PM

My vote is angled front and keep the rear ends square.
If you have to pull it through the trees and scratch it up a bit, then well good it will mean you're using it and getting outdoors.
Thats what this is all about isn't it

FYI i think you are carrying a lot of people through the winter with this build, which is great. (Maybe a little funny too but who cares)
Keep up the great work and merry Christmas

AxleIke · 12-24-07, 11:59 AM

Go angled both ends. That would look KILLER.

Have you considered using the cornered ends for "tuck away" stuff. As in, box off the inside of the cornered area, put a small hatch on the angled end, and put the water pump/fuse box/whatever/ there. It would seriously free up space in your front box, and be SUPER easy access.

cruzzer · 12-24-07, 02:28 PM

I must ask,, who make that pipe bender?? I've seen the cheap ones at harbor freight but that looks really nice.. Wouldn't mind getting one of those myself!
Steve

REZARF · 12-24-07, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by spressomon

Drew: Do the sideboxes! And I like, your angled approach (no pun intended...well actually pun intended

) from a cosmetic perspective even though you loose function on the interior with the mitered corners...what would it look like if you left the front side as mitered but made the rear/trailing side of the box 90 degrees to gain a little more use of the space?

FYI: I REALLY like the stove set-up mounted on my AT Horizon side box..try to incorporate it if you can. Didn't think it mattered that much in the beginning...but it is a great convenience all the time!

You probably already are planning to do this but be sure to thickly (1/4") Rhino/Line-X/whatever all the front sides of your trailer, frame, box, etc. My AT has just gotten beat to snot from gravel/sand/rock spray!!!

One last FYI: Be sure to consider your RTT height if you do add sideboxes...you may need additional height for your RTT mounts...if you go with a side hinged top as your latest pic depicts (a side opening top will be more useful to you than a rear/front hinged top).

The top will still open at the rear and hinge on the front. This allows me to access the things I need from either side and it eliminates the heavy flexing forces on either side of the trailer, I can brace up the front with little effort to make it rigid.

I will be making a drawer for a kitchen that slides out the back see page one of my sketches. My wife likes that hieght better than where it would need to be on a side box... and that works for me

The line-x or similar sounds like a great idea, I will have to see where the budget is at that point. But I have heard this from a lot of folks. Seems like a near necessity. thanks!

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Originally Posted by Exiled

I was pondering some changes to my own trailer yesterday and my mind kept going back to those angled boxes...Drew, here's a thought...the angled corners would be *perfect* for storing wheel chocks for the trailer! If you store them sideways, you can maximize your storage capacity! I've always had an issue with storing mine, that's how the idea came up.

This is the kind of thing that drives my wife nuts, I can be watching a show on TV but really thinking about this kind of stuff...!

Henry, I have a placed all worked out for the rubber style chocks... stay tuned!

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Originally Posted by AxleIke

Go angled both ends. That would look KILLER.

Have you considered using the cornered ends for "tuck away" stuff. As in, box off the inside of the cornered area, put a small hatch on the angled end, and put the water pump/fuse box/whatever/ there. It would seriously free up space in your front box, and be SUPER easy access.

Isaac, we definatly think alike! Thanks, I like the side boxes, I am going to use them for more things that won't be accessed as much like the electrical components, charger, junction box, water valves, pump, fuses block, spare fluids, recovery for the trialer, one will house the shower... things like that.

Oh for a bit more time to crank on this thing. Christmas travel now, but I might get a few days on it after the first of the year.

thanks guys! All your imput has been super helpful, and I appreciate it!

Drew

polarweasel · 12-27-07, 05:56 PM

Now post up some more pics. It's cold out, and I'm bored.

REZARF · 12-28-07, 08:56 AM

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Originally Posted by polarweasel

Now post up some more pics. It's cold out, and I'm bored.

I'm in Iowa... no pics for a while.

cruzzer · 12-28-07, 04:12 PM

But how can you work on the trailer there?? We all need a fix,,

Keep up the great work and enjoy your holidays!!

Steve

REZARF · 12-30-07, 07:08 PM

trying to decide to work on the trailer tomorrow or install the ice maker on the fridge...

sseaman · 12-30-07, 08:29 PM

i vote for trailer, we need pics

Metal Twister · 12-30-07, 08:44 PM

Seems the trailer would be much more rewarding. By the looks of things, cant you chip some ice from the front eves or something?

I Vote Trailer!

cruzzer · 12-31-07, 01:04 PM

Beer tastes funny with ice in it,, work on the trailer,,,

REZARF · 12-31-07, 04:20 PM

All right here is your fix

12-14-07, 07:40 PM	#332
REZARF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Louisville, CO TLCA# 13041 Posts: 2,839	I gotta be honest, if you are needing anything fabbed you need to contact my man Jim, the famous 2badfj's at Solid Rock Off Road! <-- linky ...shameless plug for a dude who has really helped me out. Seriously people, you can get rock solid custom work done for the price of production pieces, Jim is the man! __________________ Drew F. Rising Sun 4x4 Club 76 FJ40, 85 fj60 Engine and Ignition, 35" MTR's, Warn 8074, 4" of lift TPI, snorkeled, racked, Mini-truck P/S... and sometimes running. Friends don't let friends drive Thornbirds... My camping trailer build up thread.

12-14-07, 07:54 PM	#333
2badfjs 80s muncher Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: colorful colorado Posts: 5,043	if you need it longer let me know, i've got time drew __________________ SOLID ROCK OFF-ROAD http://www.solidrockoff-road.com/ 1991-92 80 series sliders available, WITH CAT PROTECTION! It's how YOU want it, i'm just here to build it for you. SLIDERS FOR 40s' 60s' and 80s' plus a little bit more

12-20-07, 01:47 PM	#337
REZARF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Louisville, CO TLCA# 13041 Posts: 2,839	I let this idea die until I realized that I can now bend square tubing. I might re-think my side box idea. It is a great idea that I got from AT's Horizon trailer... which is 'da BOMB! My main hesitation was the idea of attaching sheet to round steel, but now the square tubing gives me easy mounting of the sheet. Whatcha' think? Here is a rough sketch... Attached Images __________________ Drew F. Rising Sun 4x4 Club 76 FJ40, 85 fj60 Engine and Ignition, 35" MTR's, Warn 8074, 4" of lift TPI, snorkeled, racked, Mini-truck P/S... and sometimes running. Friends don't let friends drive Thornbirds... My camping trailer build up thread.

12-21-07, 08:16 AM	#338
Exiled Wagon Wheeler Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Round Rock, TX TLCA# 4080 Posts: 1,447	Looks good, but I think angling the "panier" boxes is more work than it's worth. I'd go for rectangular, like on the Horizon. __________________ 1999 UZJ100 "the Watermelon"

12-21-07, 02:39 PM	#341
photogod I'm really very humble Join Date: May 2004 Location: MN physically, MI spiritually Posts: 1,326	Go for your design. That's what makes it unique and attractive. Take the high road! __________________ 94 FZJ80, factory locked with mods worth more than the truck.

12-17-07, 06:49 PM	#336
AxleIke IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 50	Looks good man! I love the white nose. Top notch!!!

12-22-07, 08:38 AM	#343
spressomon IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Reno Posts: 4,901	Drew: Do the sideboxes! And I like, your angled approach (no pun intended...well actually pun intended ) from a cosmetic perspective even though you loose function on the interior with the mitered corners...what would it look like if you left the front side as mitered but made the rear/trailing side of the box 90 degrees to gain a little more use of the space? FYI: I REALLY like the stove set-up mounted on my AT Horizon side box..try to incorporate it if you can. Didn't think it mattered that much in the beginning...but it is a great convenience all the time! You probably already are planning to do this but be sure to thickly (1/4") Rhino/Line-X/whatever all the front sides of your trailer, frame, box, etc. My AT has just gotten beat to snot from gravel/sand/rock spray!!! One last FYI: Be sure to consider your RTT height if you do add sideboxes...you may need additional height for your RTT mounts...if you go with a side hinged top as your latest pic depicts (a side opening top will be more useful to you than a rear/front hinged top). __________________ Modded '99 for overlanding/exploring: 35's, 4.88's, AO drawers, Slee rr, TJM fr, ARB fr locker, ear candy, Waeco CF-50, PowerGate with 2nd battery, home brew sliders & t-case skid plate, 9.5XP/X-line, LF 170's, OEM 864's, Foxes x 4, 12mm BL, Carl's UCAs, ... KE7NCM Last edited by spressomon; 12-22-07 at 08:46 AM.

12-22-07, 09:33 AM	#344
Exiled Wagon Wheeler Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Round Rock, TX TLCA# 4080 Posts: 1,447	I was pondering some changes to my own trailer yesterday and my mind kept going back to those angled boxes...Drew, here's a thought...the angled corners would be perfect for storing wheel chocks for the trailer! If you store them sideways, you can maximize your storage capacity! I've always had an issue with storing mine, that's how the idea came up. This is the kind of thing that drives my wife nuts, I can be watching a show on TV but really thinking about this kind of stuff...! __________________ 1999 UZJ100 "the Watermelon"

12-22-07, 09:55 PM	#345
gavman IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Vancouver Canada Posts: 125	My vote is angled front and keep the rear ends square. If you have to pull it through the trees and scratch it up a bit, then well good it will mean you're using it and getting outdoors. Thats what this is all about isn't it FYI i think you are carrying a lot of people through the winter with this build, which is great. (Maybe a little funny too but who cares) Keep up the great work and merry Christmas

12-24-07, 11:59 AM	#346
AxleIke IH8MUD Rookie Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 50	Go angled both ends. That would look KILLER. Have you considered using the cornered ends for "tuck away" stuff. As in, box off the inside of the cornered area, put a small hatch on the angled end, and put the water pump/fuse box/whatever/ there. It would seriously free up space in your front box, and be SUPER easy access.

12-24-07, 02:28 PM	#347
cruzzer IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 103	I must ask,, who make that pipe bender?? I've seen the cheap ones at harbor freight but that looks really nice.. Wouldn't mind getting one of those myself! Steve

12-27-07, 05:56 PM	#349
polarweasel Where's mah cruzah? Join Date: May 2004 Location: Boulder, Colorado TLCA# 17558 Posts: 782	Now post up some more pics. It's cold out, and I'm bored. __________________ 84 FJ60, locked and lifted and dismantled with Mercedes diesel 1982 BJ42 loud and slow daily driver on 33s Horsetooth 4-Wheelers

12-28-07, 04:12 PM	#351
cruzzer IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 103	But how can you work on the trailer there?? We all need a fix,, Keep up the great work and enjoy your holidays!! Steve

12-30-07, 07:08 PM	#352
REZARF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Louisville, CO TLCA# 13041 Posts: 2,839	trying to decide to work on the trailer tomorrow or install the ice maker on the fridge... __________________ Drew F. Rising Sun 4x4 Club 76 FJ40, 85 fj60 Engine and Ignition, 35" MTR's, Warn 8074, 4" of lift TPI, snorkeled, racked, Mini-truck P/S... and sometimes running. Friends don't let friends drive Thornbirds... My camping trailer build up thread.

12-30-07, 08:29 PM	#353
sseaman IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Nashville, TN Posts: 1,355	i vote for trailer, we need pics __________________ 91 FJ80 318k, spare tire mod, custom roof rack----SOLD 98 4runner 136k 98 Avalon 138k

12-30-07, 08:44 PM	#354
Metal Twister IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Spring Valley, Ca. Posts: 89	Seems the trailer would be much more rewarding. By the looks of things, cant you chip some ice from the front eves or something? I Vote Trailer! __________________ www.bengelsoff-road.com www.socalultimate4x4.com/forum

12-31-07, 01:04 PM	#355
cruzzer IH8MUD Junior Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 103	Beer tastes funny with ice in it,, work on the trailer,,,

12-31-07, 04:20 PM	#356
REZARF IH8MUD Lifer Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Louisville, CO TLCA# 13041 Posts: 2,839	All right here is your fix