what would you be using it for .i think it would be easy to make it fit civvy needs pretty easy.i dont think guys as wound up about modding a trailer as they do about modding a truck
i'm interested in seeing what you do with it
Well, I belong to a 4x4 club here in San Antonio, TX. We go away for the weekends to different parks, and go down to Big Shell on the coast for a week. I am converting the trailer to use as a camper. It will remain just the way it is in design, but like I said I have changes in store. Here is my plan:
First, here is a picture of my truck. I'm almost finished with her...
1983 K10 4x4 Longbed, 383 stroker, NV4500, fixed yoke NP208, soon to be fixed yoke NP241, D60 4.56 w/power-lok, 14BFF 4.56 w/Detroit Locker. 12" Superlift Swamp Runner Suspension lift, 15x39.5x17 Super Swamper TSL's.
I have upgraded the braking system on my truck to include discs on the 14 bolt and an upgraded hydroboost with high output power steering pump and cooler for the braking.
As for the lift. The trailer hitch in the rear comes in at 32" center. The trailer is currently 24" center. With adding 33's to the trailer, I will see where the height comes in and if necessary, have custom lift springs made to make the trailer level. Surge brakes will be fully serviceable.
My plan for the trailer is:
1. Sand blast and paint to match the truck.
2. Axle painted semi gloss black, with brakes totally rebuilt
3. Generator cable reel inverted to carry full size spare on outside of trailer.
4. Line-X the interior, top rails and tail gate inside and top rail.
5. New White Oak wood pieces, stained and varnished with marine lacquer.
6. Jerry Cans
7. Water Bottles (big cooler type)
8. Generator
9. Small freezer
10. Fire extinguisher
11. Tool Box
12. Pick, Shovel, Axe rack
13. Gun rack
14. Fishing pole rack
15. Lockable storage
16. All typical camping gear
17. Sleeping mattress (undecided about air/regular)
18. Trailer hitch BBQ and carry rack
19. Coolers
20. Interior lights
These are just some idea's. I would appreciate all the constructive criticism and ideas that you can give. I may have over looked something.
Thanks for looking.
Manny