The best snowmobile trailer setup for me. With sled deck on truck.
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- Опубліковано 13 січ 2020
- I've gone through every phase of trailer setup and this year decided to downsize (well not really) for a few reasons. I sold my big gooseneck and decided to go with a 20 foot all aluminum trailer. Come for a tour of my 20' SNOPRO trailer as I walk you through the trailer and all of the mods I've done!
There's been a few questions about the specs of this trailer so here are a few more details:
- The straight wall on the inside is 16' long.
- It's 8'6" wide on the outside and 8'2" wide on the inside.
- Ceiling is 6'6" on the inside.
- Axles are 3500lbs.
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How long is the 'tongue' on the trailer...and what length sleds are you running on the sled deck ? Thanks !
Hey David, this cold weather is slowing down our response time! The trailer has a normal 2 foot tongue. But I have an 18" extension on the receiver. Both of those sleds are 163"s. Also keep in mind that's an 8 foot box on my truck! We're going to make a little video about the logistics of all of this. Great question so thanks for bringing it up! We actually have a video coming up next about that deck and loading and unloading so maybe we can just tack some more info onto that video. Anything else you can think of to cover about deck/truck/trailer setup?
@@DIGIT9 Can't wait for the next video ! Especially the 18" extension on the receiver. I have a 7x14 in-line w/ v-nose that I started out with and have made 2 or 3 trips with it to Wyoming from northern New York. I've moved up in trucks and added a Truckboss Sled Deck. I used just the deck to travel to Alpine last season w/ a 153" High Country and 162" Mtn Cat. I love just the truck & deck for getting into the riding zones WITHOUT the hassle of a trailer and general ease of highway travel BUT it would be nice to have the additional storage space of the trailer to get across the country and be able to throw a sled on the deck if necessary. Next project is to improve upon the trailer storage ! Thanks
@@DIGIT9 BTW Thanks for the videos ! Great to find a resource for the Cats
@@davidknapp3450 Really appreciate you watching our vids David!
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Any railroader should recognize that broom 😂 Love that trailer setup though.
Sure did lol
Love it, super glad you made a video of your sled hauler..thanks!
Looks like a well thought out set up! Bigger is not always better!
Cheers!!
I'm just getting into snowmobiling and your trailer looks like a dream😲
Nice job on the video. Sweet setup!
If it works for you that’s the main thing. Thanks for giving us the tour. I’ve got a very similar set up, had a different heater set up until I took your recommendation on the diesel heater. Only used it a few times so far but good.
Decks are good and bad, great for access in the late spring, mid winter you are riding from the parking lot anyway.
Enclosed is really nice to have a dry (and warm) spot to change or dry stuff out.
We’ve stayed in mine at the trailhead in Golden, Revy , and Fernie (not in the dead of winter, just too hard to dry out gear well if everything is soaked). But in the spring it’s a total blast. Have a big fire, drinks and fire up the genny, go to bed. Get up and sun is shining and makes the mornings very casual while the snow starts to soften, no rush to get away from the hotel and on the road. Definitely changes the dynamic of my day to a more relaxed tone. Highly recommend you do it bud.
Sorry about Kassian......haha go flames
sick setup
Watched your video to get storage rack ideas. Well done. Thanks.
Glad we can help ! Thx for the support !
Good stuff! You bring up some damn good points!
Great video
That's my dream trailer
3:48 My wife is always frigid when I try for the back door, and after all these years, she's definitely has a bit of a wide spread on the axles.
I like the apex distribution hat!
Omg.....you are hilarious. Thanks for sharing those great ideas!
Thanks Joseph! Appreciate it.
You say Party👍🏻☃
that broom is an awesome idea ! you should charge money for that one
My freakin doors in the front, bays!
Now a days you can get the propane hi BTU RV heaters for about $400 off of flea bay. Quick heat plus air movement for drying cloths.
Nice set up and it works for you - you have a generator for it as well? noticed the Baileys so all is good. cheers
No generator yet but I have been keeping an eye out for a deal on a used one.
I have the 22' model of this trailer and bought a similar heater. How did you mount yours and where did you put your propane bottles. I'm in Montana and having a hard time finding any kind of propane bottle mount.
Love the set up. Where did you buy the overhead cabinet? It was hard to hear what you said. Thank you.
Canadian Tire
That's an awesome set up. how much do you think you're invested into the trailer so far?
About 15 G
Not sure if I missed any mention in the video or the heater system already has it. If you're ever going to sleep in the trailer or work in it with the doors closed while running the heater, install a Carbon Monoxide (CO) alarm/monitor. Thanks for the info on the new trailer!! Stay safe...….
Great point George! 100%. Make sure your exhaust isn’t coming back and YES, insta a CO alarm no matter what!
Absolutely, check that exhaust as well. Not plugged by snow/ice, blocked by something leaning up against or on the exhaust grate, etc or like you say, the wind blowing back into the system!
My husband used to work at alcom
Does he like Alcom trailers?
Nice video and nice trailer set up! I am looking to upgrade my trailer for next season and I am trying to decide on the size. How wide is your trailer it you don't mind me asking?
8 1/2 ft wide
@@DIGIT9 Thank you
Your trailer is built over top of the wheels. How does it tow compared to the lower ones that are 7 feet wide? Around here (Ottawa) I can't really find that many of the wide ones like yours for sale. The 7ft wide ones seem to be the most popular. Yours is wider and allows the sleds to be beside each other I am assuming. What are the trade-offs? I was thinking it must be related to how it tows compared to the lower ones but I have no idea. Thanks.
Being higher off the ground is better for back road adventures for sure but does come with a towing penalty ! Mine is also 6" taller on the inside to allow for my S x S ! My trailer is all aluminum , weighs 2500 lbs empty , but does catch more wind when towing ! The 8'6" width is better than the 7' wide for sure , but if you have mtn sleds ,then the 7' ones might be ok ?
Where do i find one of these trailers in ontario?
This guys setup costs more then any house I've ever bought. Truck/trailer/sleds/accessories.
Same here!
The Coat hanger setup and the string do you have links for that? Such a nice setup!
The coat hanger is just some punch angle from hardware store , I’ll get you the link from the string hanger !
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What is this outside motion light you have? Any links or info on where to get one? Great info in your vids
Is a Yamadeere blue and green? I just posted a link in the description to that light for you.
@@DIGIT9 Shes an old 79 Trailfire 440 with 95vmax rear skid & track
Where can I get your life behind bars sticker? Same size that’s on your back door!
White?
does that door motion light have an on/off switch? or does it constantly go on while driving?
I hooked it up to a on/off switch !
Thanks for posting the video. This is exactly what I was searching for.
Where you located?
Awesome! Glad you like it Paul. I'm close to Edmonton, Alberta.
@@DIGIT9 that's what I figured. I could have sworn I had seen that life behind bars sticker before.
Where did you get that bench/lubricant rack
Allandale Trailer sales , Red Deer AB Canada
How long is the square box section of the trailer? 16’?
16 foot straight wall , yes
Who makes the upper cabinets you have on the wall you bought? Really like them
Believe it or not, Canadian Tire. They're super inexpensive but great quality.
@@DIGIT9 I really like your trailer setup, so functional. Looking forward to more videos.
@@the10rking right on man, thanks for watching. We have lots of trailer vids on our channel. Snoop around. 🤙
Where in Alberta did you buy this trailer? This trailer would definitely fill my need
If I remember correctly, I think it was Factory Outlet Trailers in Okotoks. www.fot.ca/
@@DIGIT9 Hey sorry for asking on someone else's comment but I thought I would get through to you more easily. How did you power all the add ons in the trailer like lights. The heater control panel, etc? I saw you said you weren't using a generator. Did you just wire into the trailer?
I installed rv batteries , wired them into system so truck charges batteries during travel , also have a converter/charger for when I can plug in , and installed two solar panels on roof ! I do carry a generator with me just in case !
Why did you pick artic cat over any other brand?? I really want to know. Isn't it heavier than skidoo or polaris??
Ive rode every stock sled every year ! The Cat was the only one that needed nothing out of the box ! Light is not always better ! When have you ever heard of Cat having engine or belt troubles !!
@@DIGIT9 Thanks. Appreciate the feedback.
Is that custom spread on the axles or stock?
Stock
I've been wanting to do one up that would accommodate sleeping overnight at the trailhead. Any suggestions?
We are actually going to give it a go at sleeping one of these times. But not when it's as cold as it is right now!
@@DIGIT9 sooo there will be a party vid?????? Update on the overnighter plz! Tired of spending fuel money for a room. lol
It will be epic!
@@DIGIT9 right on keep it coming. Love the channel!!
Thanks Knoll! We have some really good vids coming up. Thanks for watching.
Did you insulate the trailer or bought that way?
Bought it insulated ! But its just that cheap 1” styrofoam stuff , spray in would have been better !
Can we see more DIY projects
100% - that's our wheelhouse. We have a couple good ones coming up! Damn day jobs getting in the way but we'll have a bunch of fresh content very soon.
Absolutely !! Got a few in the Editing room right now , stay tuned !
Where did you purchase the motion light outside the door?
Amazon
Do you have the link. Sorry and thanks in advance
Been awhile , got to look for it , I will get back to you
Cant find link , but theres is an assortment of motion lights on Amazon
Any issues with drainage from snow/ice off the sleds?
Not anymore. Since making this video I've added one other mod...A FAN. It's actually pretty neat. I'll make a video of it shortly, but the fan is key!
@@DIGIT9 awesome looking forward to the video
Yes waiting to see as well how you set up the fan.
ya awesome trailer. im trying to figure out my set up. i was wondering about all the snow that would come off the sleds
What is in the box mounted on the exterior of the V nose
Fuel tank for my diesel heater !
@@DIGIT9 thanks great idea
Where did you get the broom holders
Canadian Tire
DIGIT9 is the the Hold it Medium? I’ve had others that don’t work
@@brandenferguson3424 never had broom fall out of holders , and its a heavy broom , but think its the heavy one ?
DIGIT9 perfect thank you I like the videos ! Can you send me pictures of yours heater? Like how it’s vented
dose the trailer have brakes
Yes it does !
Do you have 2200lb axles or 3500lb axels?
3500
Jason I'm going to add a few specs to the description of this video. 3500lb axles, 8'6" wide on the outside, 8'2" wide on the inside, 6'6" high on the inside.
Nice, I am in the process of ordering one. Anything you wish yours had from the factory? The option list seams endless.
Longer tongue , a descent step and better insulation !
How tall is the inside height?
83” inside , door opening is 80”
How wide is the inside?
8 ft
$30 for a broom though......damn