Wildyoats' Off Road Trailer Build

[WildYoats]

Well folks- my trailer is done! I took some pics along the way and did a little write-up too!(see link below)

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[cruiserloser123]

COOL BUILD!!!

That is a nice trailer. You sure do build great stuff while keeping the garage spotless! I am so envious.

How long did it take you?

Do you have any dimensions?

How much did it cost?

Thanks

 

[WildYoats]

COOL BUILD!!!

That is a nice trailer. You sure do build great stuff while keeping the garage spotless! I am so envious.

How long did it take you?

Do you have any dimensions?

How much did it cost?

Thanks

Thank you. The bed is 4' by 5'. The bed is 17" tall. All in all, I am figuring about $500-600 for the build.

 

[philos1]

looks great! one question- why no gussets on the tongue? is it light enough that it won't twist/bend?

 

[WildYoats]

looks great! one question- why no gussets on the tongue? is it light enough that it won't twist/bend?

It actually is very light. I can move the trailer around with one hand when it's unhitched. But, I have not ruled out side gussets just yet, they may come later.

 

[OkieRover]

What are you using to prop it up when you "leave it at camp"?

 

[WildYoats]

What are you using to prop it up when you "leave it at camp"?

I'm going to cut down the most beautiful tree I can find with a 10 HP chainsaw and use a log.

I'm actually planning on making some drop down legs on the trailer. This weekend I am just going to wing it.

 

[chet]

very nice! what did you use to attach the checker plate? And what did you use for tailgate latch? How bouncy is it? I find my trailer is crazy when lightly loaded on gravel roads! I may try some shocks to help it a bit.

 

[WildYoats]

very nice! what did you use to attach the checker plate? And what did you use for tailgate latch? How bouncy is it? I find my trailer is crazy when lightly loaded on gravel roads! I may try some shocks to help it a bit.

Self-tapping sheet metal screws for the plating. I found a unique locking door latch that is pretty stout for the latch. As you can see, it's concealed from the outside. Right now, everything is new (suspension) so it's fairly firm. Had it up to 65 MPH today on the freeway and it handled fine.

Have you tried lowering your tire pressure at all?

 

[450 DUDE]

Man I dont even need a trailer ,But I want to build one now.

Nice work for sure!


ken

 

[Zane]

As usual, you come up with yet another sweet DIY project! I have to say that I save your site in my favorites as I reference it quite often and shamelessly copy some of the work you do! Keep up the sweet project!

Zane

 

[WildYoats]

As usual, you come up with yet another sweet DIY project! I have to say that I save your site in my favorites as I reference it quite often and shamelessly copy some of the work you do! Keep up the sweet project!

Zane

Thank you Zane.

Regards.

 

[diesel junkie]

Sweet tralier, you do nice work.
Where the drawbar first meets the chasis you have a fatigue prone area, no biggie but over time......

 

[spressomon]

Looks nice! Betcha can't wait to use it on a wheel'n trip eh?!

 

[slimbuddha]

After looking at your site, I am considering doing it myself. How long did it take you?

 

[WildYoats]

Looks nice! Betcha can't wait to use it on a wheel'n trip eh?!

Yep, headin to Moab tomorrow!

After looking at your site, I am considering doing it myself. How long did it take you?

All in all, I would say about 20 hours.

 

[IBCRUSN]

Great build! As usual you continue to amaze and inspire the rest of us. Awesome project and the write up on your home page makes it look like any of us can do it

 

[cpg]

Great Job!!

 

[stevezero]

That is such a sweet combo. And the coolest part, if you built it for tons less than you would have paid for it.... You just keep raising the bar....

 

[KY854RUN]

Thank you. The bed is 4' by 5'. The bed is 17" tall. All in all, I am figuring about $500-600 for the build.

Your cost of $500 to $600 for the build, is that the cost of the materials only or your time plus material?