"Use hinges (2:33) with long rods at all four corners to hold the sides together. It's very fast and secure. Picture removing the individual hinge pins on a standard hung door and replacing them with a single long rod and you get the idea." John Resler
Good Video. You may have fixed this already, but the corner lock (for the side) shown at 2:33 is on backwards. You just have to switch it with the opposite side for it fit correctly. Both brackets turn the corner--not stick out.
Looks like you did a very good job on that. Depends on what you're gonna haul with it but it looks like with that choice of lumber on the bottom and sides you were building it to haul a tank. Security mesh for bottom and sides is a much lighter alternative and handles a pretty heavy load. If you wanna haul dirt or mulch just throw some plywood inside against the sides then remove after the dirt or mulch is dumped. With gas being so pricey building things as light as possible is the key. But you still did a very good job on that. Video is a bit to drawn out but good work. Thanks
I'm thinking of getting a Harbor Freight Trailer and using it to haul from Missouri to Alaska. People are warning me that the 12" tires and bearings may not be able to handle the 4,000 mile trip. Do you think the trailer can make such a trip?
I only use it for short haul local trips (less than 20 miles round trip). I would not personally feel safe hauling this thing long haul at high speeds. I believe the tires are only rated for 50 MPH top speed. I went cheap because that's all I need. If it comes to safety and long term reliability, spend the money to get the right tool for the job.
Scott Turkington I would suggest repacking the bearings (youtube has a video for that too). If you have a Tractor Supply near by you can buy new tires for this trailer too. It's a great trailer for the money. I travel long distances all the time hauling my kayaks.
Scott Turkington Used my trailer with similar modifications (also fabricated and installed a top) to haul to Orlando and back to Milwaukee. I did worry a bit regarding the small tires so upgraded to bigger tires and rims rated for a higher speed and weight. Had to move fenders up to accommodate the taller tires but only a few holes to drill for that. Repacked the bearings using high temp marine grease, seems to have done the job. If you are worried about the bearings you could replace them with a good-quality name-brand that has a higher speed rating.
Really great for little price recentlly use it ro haul a 10x12 storage with 6 feet walls fully build roof and it hold the load easy but I just dragged for a couple blocks...
Understood. However, it looks like, even with your added stakes, that the wood on the inside of the stakes overlap the 4 x 8 bed area, making it so you couldn't fit 4 x 8 material in there with your sides on. ? I also don't think the built in stake slots are 2 x 4 in size. I've just started building mine and I'm trying to decide how I'm going to build my walls.
Not sure, there is no scale around to weigh it. Probably adds 300-400 pounds. A typical load of mulch is about 1,000 pounds, so I still have plenty of capacity for what I need. Of course the sides also come off. Also didn't want plywood on the deck. Won't last long when I'm throwing heavy logs/branches up on there.
Hey good job on building that nice trailer. I just purchased mines from the same place and I have two things to ask. With the wood u have on the floor of trailer. Could I haul my riding lawn on it if I got the same size wood you have on yours? Next, is it necessary to have the 2x4 on their along with the 2x10 or can I just install the 2x10 on by its self?
Someone asked, could you haul drywall with the sides on? I believe YES if you reverse the sides. Have some "L" brackets and some wing nuts handy because there will be some gaps to connect.
The outside dimension of the frame is exactly 4' x 8'. So, if you put sides on it using the built-in stake pockets, your bed will be much less than 4x8. That's why I welded my own stake pockets on the outside of the frame. Kinda strange they did it this way sine the less expensive foldable trailer has stake pockets on the outside.
Yes, 4x8 sheets will not fit with the sides on. I remove the sides and use stakes. If the stakes make it a tight fit, just remove the stakes and use straps to secure the load to the deck. I mainly use it to haul mulch. A 5x8 or 5x10 trailer might be better for you. This trailer is not really a bargain. More a case of getting what you pay for.
oops. I Googled for some pics and I see what you mean. But, in my defense, they do work when installed not per the manufacturer's design :lol: I was thinking outside the box I guess.
I'm thinking about getting one of these the only thing is can they go on the highway for a couple hours with repacked bearings at no more than 70 miles per hour?
I only run mine locally. But, my nephew has one of the smaller ones and he used to haul it from Stafford, Va. to central Penna quite a few times; about 4-5 hours each way and Interstate conditions. Personally, I would be nervous; I doubt the frame would fall apart, but the tires concern me. I think they say no more than 50MPH on the sidewalls.
nice build on this trailer I'm buying one soon myself . could have saved yourself some money by using eyebolts in the stake pockets . then I wouldnt have needed those expensive drings I think they are called .
Hi Diego, The sidewalls are 24". It works out perfect for hauling loose mulch and loose brush. If I was going to do it anew today, and didn't have the existing wood on-hand, I would get 3 sheets of 3/4" pressure treated plywood. Put one full sheet down for your deck. Rip the other 2 in half to use as your side walls. You would end up with a 1/2 sheet of plywood left over.
A Mennonite kid did 7 trees for $75. I helped him and gave him a $25 tip. Unfortunately, I gave my best #1 oaks away to a guy who shipped them to a mill in Pa. But, it was a fair trade for all the labor he provided cleaning up the disaster.
Really great for little price recentlly use it ro haul a 10x12 storage with 6 feet walls fully build roof and it hold the load easy but I just dragged for a couple blocks...
"Use hinges (2:33) with long rods at all four corners to hold the sides together. It's very fast and secure. Picture removing the individual hinge pins on a standard hung door and replacing them with a single long rod and you get the idea." John Resler
Good Video. You may have fixed this already, but the corner lock (for the side) shown at 2:33 is on backwards. You just have to switch it with the opposite side for it fit correctly. Both brackets turn the corner--not stick out.
All good ideas, appreciate it. Trying to make mine a part time snowmobile trailer.
Nice job Guy and thanks for posting the videos!
Now, let's see you turn it into a pop up sheepwagon… : - )) That's what I want to do with my utility trailer...
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Awesome video! Great trailer!
Looks like you did a very good job on that. Depends on what you're gonna haul with it but it looks like with that choice of lumber on the bottom and sides you were building it to haul a tank. Security mesh for bottom and sides is a much lighter alternative and handles a pretty heavy load. If you wanna haul dirt or mulch just throw some plywood inside against the sides then remove after the dirt or mulch is dumped. With gas being so pricey building things as light as possible is the key. But you still did a very good job on that. Video is a bit to drawn out but good work. Thanks
Good job !
I'm thinking of getting a Harbor Freight Trailer and using it to haul from Missouri to Alaska. People are warning me that the 12" tires and bearings may not be able to handle the 4,000 mile trip. Do you think the trailer can make such a trip?
I only use it for short haul local trips (less than 20 miles round trip). I would not personally feel safe hauling this thing long haul at high speeds. I believe the tires are only rated for 50 MPH top speed. I went cheap because that's all I need. If it comes to safety and long term reliability, spend the money to get the right tool for the job.
Thanks for your response!
Scott Turkington I would suggest repacking the bearings (youtube has a video for that too). If you have a Tractor Supply near by you can buy new tires for this trailer too. It's a great trailer for the money. I travel long distances all the time hauling my kayaks.
Scott Turkington Used my trailer with similar modifications (also fabricated and installed a top) to haul to Orlando and back to Milwaukee. I did worry a bit regarding the small tires so upgraded to bigger tires and rims rated for a higher speed and weight. Had to move fenders up to accommodate the taller tires but only a few holes to drill for that. Repacked the bearings using high temp marine grease, seems to have done the job. If you are worried about the bearings you could replace them with a good-quality name-brand that has a higher speed rating.
Not a bad deal, I suppose. So how much did all that wood add to the curb weight of the trailer?
Really great for little price recentlly use it ro haul a 10x12 storage with 6 feet walls fully build roof and it hold the load easy but I just dragged for a couple blocks...
Why didn’t you use clear coat on the oak.?
Understood. However, it looks like, even with your added stakes, that the wood on the inside of the stakes overlap the 4 x 8 bed area, making it so you couldn't fit 4 x 8 material in there with your sides on.
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I also don't think the built in stake slots are 2 x 4 in size. I've just started building mine and I'm trying to decide how I'm going to build my walls.
Is it possible to send me a list of the materials you used, especially lumber sizes, Bolt sizes etc.
Thanks
How tall are the walls?
Not sure, there is no scale around to weigh it. Probably adds 300-400 pounds. A typical load of mulch is about 1,000 pounds, so I still have plenty of capacity for what I need. Of course the sides also come off. Also didn't want plywood on the deck. Won't last long when I'm throwing heavy logs/branches up on there.
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Hey good job on building that nice trailer. I just purchased mines from the same place and I have two things to ask. With the wood u have on the floor of trailer. Could I haul my riding lawn on it if I got the same size wood you have on yours? Next, is it necessary to have the 2x4 on their along with the 2x10 or can I just install the 2x10 on by its self?
Could you haul drywall with the sides on, or do they make it smaller than 4 x 8?
Someone asked, could you haul drywall with the sides on? I believe YES if you reverse the sides. Have some "L" brackets and some wing nuts handy because there will be some gaps to connect.
Wow - oak sides. I can't imagine how much that must weigh.
How much did it cost to get the lumber milled?
Weld the tongue jack inside the yoke out of the way when pivoted up for moving.
The outside dimension of the frame is exactly 4' x 8'. So, if you put sides on it using the built-in stake pockets, your bed will be much less than 4x8. That's why I welded my own stake pockets on the outside of the frame.
Kinda strange they did it this way sine the less expensive foldable trailer has stake pockets on the outside.
Yes, 4x8 sheets will not fit with the sides on. I remove the sides and use stakes. If the stakes make it a tight fit, just remove the stakes and use straps to secure the load to the deck. I mainly use it to haul mulch. A 5x8 or 5x10 trailer might be better for you. This trailer is not really a bargain. More a case of getting what you pay for.
How much do you think you soent in total ?
You might need to tie the wiring down in the tongue area.
The only trailers (that size) I see on the HF website are folding trailers with some low reviews. Is that what this is?
Rebekah Davignon yes harbor freight has a few trailers this is the foldable heavy-duty one.
2:45 braket its not Right Installations
oops. I Googled for some pics and I see what you mean. But, in my defense, they do work when installed not per the manufacturer's design :lol: I was thinking outside the box I guess.
Which camera are you using? It doesn't appear to be doing the auto focus crap most cell phones do.
Nice....
I'm thinking about getting one of these the only thing is can they go on the highway for a couple hours with repacked bearings at no more than 70 miles per hour?
I only run mine locally. But, my nephew has one of the smaller ones and he used to haul it from Stafford, Va. to central Penna quite a few times; about 4-5 hours each way and Interstate conditions. Personally, I would be nervous; I doubt the frame would fall apart, but the tires concern me. I think they say no more than 50MPH on the sidewalls.
It takes a 2-inch ball, if that's what you're asking.
Vicos mine came with 4 lug rims trying find dimsessions of the inner and putter hub so I can replace them with a 5 lug pattern
Nice mods. I hope the HIPAA compliance people like this jack :-) Great job !! I hope to do some of these mods too.
nice build on this trailer I'm buying one soon myself . could have saved yourself some money by using eyebolts in the stake pockets . then I wouldnt have needed those expensive drings I think they are called .
how high are your side walls?
Hi Diego, The sidewalls are 24". It works out perfect for hauling loose mulch and loose brush.
If I was going to do it anew today, and didn't have the existing wood on-hand, I would get 3 sheets of 3/4" pressure treated plywood. Put one full sheet down for your deck. Rip the other 2 in half to use as your side walls. You would end up with a 1/2 sheet of plywood left over.
A Mennonite kid did 7 trees for $75. I helped him and gave him a $25 tip. Unfortunately, I gave my best #1 oaks away to a guy who shipped them to a mill in Pa. But, it was a fair trade for all the labor he provided cleaning up the disaster.
Bring that trailer to a commercial truck scale (after hours) and see how much she weighs now.
I'm afraid to know...:lol:
Be VERY careful welding anything galvanized, like the washers and bolta. The fumes are toxic!!!
Thanks for the heads up. :)
Só não gostei da carroceria de madeira !!
Nice job Vic, appreciate the tips and knowledge!
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Really great for little price recentlly use it ro haul a 10x12 storage with 6 feet walls fully build roof and it hold the load easy but I just dragged for a couple blocks...