A couple little trailer projects

[mylittlecj5]

I decided to build a 5x8 trailer this time, since our county heads decided that anything bigger than a 12' non-commercial trailer can't utilize the facilities anymore. WTF? Most everyone around here has a 16' Utility trailer!
Well, I wanted a smaller trailer anyways to pull behind the little Ranger I drive, so it seemed like a good time.
I got a good start on it this weekend, but I ran out of steel for the tongue, and still need to order an axle kit for it.
Its upside down in the pic...Not too exciting so far.


I have an aluminum toolbox (that originally came off my CJ, so its CJ related!) that will go on the tongue, a HF 3000 lb. winch on the deck with a battery, and deck lighting.
The axle will be a 3500 lb, with 5 on 4.5 hubs to match the Ranger. Its getting new wheels this summer, so I have a few extra wheels for the trailer.

I also got some work in on my 16' car hauler/utility trailer recently. Stripped the deck off it, straightened a few crossmembers, and added a few more. Strengthened the hoist mounts, added running board mounts to the sides, and tied the old fenders into the frame better to make it stiffer.
Oh, I also added a 18" drop tail to the rear end
It will also get new wiring and lights eventually.
I may even get to re-install the winch and battery that got put back on the CJ last year! LOL




Have to wait a few weeks for funds to finish both of these due to funds and other things going on.
I'm thinking I might sandblast these both before they get painted, the big one is really rusty from 10 years of trusty service.
Enjoy!

 

[ken98k]

The thing about your photos that jumps out at me is the GREEN GRASS.
It's melting fast but I've still got 8"-12" of snow on the ground.

 

[IOPort51]

what facilities are the county not allowing you to use?

 

[OldC7]

The thing about your photos that jumps out at me is the GREEN GRASS.
It's melting fast but I've still got 8"-12" of snow on the ground.

Saw your location. Been there done that. Buddy was at Eilson we use to use his place for a vacation, went all over AK.

 

[mylittlecj5]

what facilities are the county not allowing you to use?

Oh sorry, I had to retype this whole post after I screwed up posting the pics! LOL.
The county heads have decided that the county dump can't be utilized by regular guys with a common 16' trailer. Does that make any sense? They are trying to reduce road waste, but it seems to me that if I make two trips out there with a smaller trailer, it could make twice the road waste, as there is more travel time to blow stuff out from under the tarp...Am i wrong?

 

[mylittlecj5]

I've been working on the little trailer as time and funds permit, and got enough done to take it for a spin around the block and see how it tows. It really tows nice. No hopping even when empty, no rattles or other noises. I think it will work for what I have in mind, as a general hauler of anything I need, that isn't worth getting the bigger trailer out. And The Wife will be buying a newer Jeep when she gets home from overseas, so we will use it for camping also.

In its current state:






I put a nice little tool box and a HF 3000 Lb winch with dedicated battery on board. Used the jack I bought for the car hauler (now I gotta replace it! lol) with the nice drop-down leg. Also has 4" clear lens red LED lights in the rear, and will have 2" clear lens red/amber LED lighting on the sides.
Still need to get the fenders on it, paint it, and do a few minor things here and there before its road ready, but I thought I'd share my progress with ya all.