My m416 Rebuild... With Pictures O' Plenty

[DirtyLawyer]

Disclaimer: I wasn't looking for a "RTT" or "Adventure" trailer, looking for a place to haul camping gear and stuff. Nothing too exotic/fancy. Wanted to build something that will survive another 40yrs.

Picked this up a few months back from Guambomb, had it shipped from Oklahoma City out to California. It had been blasted/powder coated but I am anal and didn't like the idea of leaving the reappearing rust alone. So... I completely disassembled the frame and had it blasted/powder coated. Same with wheels (not stock m416, but looked cool nonetheless). Replaced all hardware, shackles, shocks, u-bolts, rebuilt hubs, new NDCC tires, etc.

I had the tub powder coated to nearly match my BJ42. Had tub lined with Speedliner, over the rail and in the wheel wells. Looks great and seems to be a quality product.

I'll post more pics as I get more done, but here is a start. I will likely switch to military style tail lights, the ones on there are not very bright. If my converter will power LEDs, that is my preference. I still have to replace the reflectors and drain plugs.

I NEED: all parts of the handbrake system. If you have them, let me know!

How it arrived...

 

[DirtyLawyer]

More... and then I got the frame back....it's a sweet thing.

 

[DirtyLawyer]

And now the porn begins...

 

[DirtyLawyer]

A few more. Ah yeah, that's the ticket! And yes, I'm using the old data plate - I think it looks cool. Highly recommend getting a professionally-applied bedliner. Some things in life are worth paying someone else to do - bedliners are one of those things, IMO. The seam on the tub rail was a perfect line for the liner, it looks awesome.

 

[DirtyLawyer]

Part of the trailer security system. Rodney is much friendlier than he looks - unless you are up to no good. And yes, he always seems to know...

Thanks for all the info and posts, this forum was invaluable in the rebuild process.

-Gringo

 

[Koffer]

Part of the trailer security system. Rodney is much friendlier than he looks - unless you are up to no good. And yes, he always seems to know...

Thanks for all the info and posts, this forum was invaluable in the rebuild process.

-Gringo

Looks great ( I wouldnt want to use it )
as for the axle and rims they looks to be off a older M100 trailer

 

[GLTHFJ60]

Yeah, seriously. I wouldn't want to use it!

 

[kilo]

Looking good. Wish I had taken my frame apart, now I have some rust seeping through my powder coat in some areas. Keep up the good work!!

 

[fjcruzn]

Sweet trailer! Are you going to reverse the axle?

cheers,

dale

 

[alkarich]

Looks great! I hope mine looks that good when I'm done!

Love the mustard!

 

[Hugh Heifer]

Beauty

 

[alkarich]

So if you don't mind me asking, what was the brand and color number used for the powder coating?

 

[DirtyLawyer]

So if you don't mind me asking, what was the brand and color number used for the powder coating?

No problem. It was Tiger Powder, color code 1027, I believe. to see many colors, http://www.tiger-coatings.us/index.php?id=1325&L=1 - scroll down and download the .pdf RAL exterior/interior colors to get an idea.

Originally, I was shooting for a exact color match. But then the guy did a little "bait and switch" on the color-matching price. Using the brochure and a color sample, I tried my best to match. I ended up with a color in the ballpark, but just enough to realize it's not the same. Grrr. Oh well, it's bad ass either way, right. I need to get it dirty and less shiny, that will help

Keep in mind my BJ42 is supposed to be Toyota 532 (Klondike Gold/Mustard)....HOWEVER, the respray done on it over in NZ isn't true 532...again, close but no cigar. I think the Tiger 1027 and actual toyota 532 would be a closer match... but test it out first.

 

[ExpeditionXJ]

Looks great ( I wouldnt want to use it )
as for the axle and rims they looks to be off a older M100 trailer

Good eye, the wheels are definately 50's M-series. Note the BB sized hole on mounting flange.

Beautiful trailer.