Converting a Enclosed Trailer to an Expedition Trailer?

[DR BrianO]

The title says it all, has anyone done this? I might have access to an 6x8 Enclosed trailer and wanted to know if it would be worth messing with or just building one from scratch in a couple years.

Thanks for the imput,
Brian

 

[Xrunner]

Check out the section on Cargo Trailer Conversions on the Teardrops & Tiny Travel Trailers forum... there are several builds that could be considered offroad.

You also see them on ExPo every now and again, including the 5x8 Wells Cargo that is for sale and my personal favorite, Expedition Modified Carson 5x6, which sold a while back.

 

[Flyfishjeep]

There was a thread on this site recently that detailed the conversion of an enclosed trailer to an expo trailer (see below). He did a fantastic job.

http://www.expeditionportal.com/forum/threads/34786-And-it-begins.-Stump-XJ-s-trailer-build.

 

[Jeff Wanamog]

I am doing it right now. I have a 5X10 V-nose. I have put a 3500 Lb. axle on it with the leaf springs from my Tacoma. It has a full kitchen in the rear. The interior has the fold and tumble bed from my FWC. It will have a heater, water heater, stove, my ARB fridg and alot more. I love to tinker.
Jeff

 

[elmo_4_vt]

I am doing it right now. I have a 5X10 V-nose. I have put a 3500 Lb. axle on it with the leaf springs from my Tacoma. It has a full kitchen in the rear. The interior has the fold and tumble bed from my FWC. It will have a heater, water heater, stove, my ARB fridg and alot more. I love to tinker.
Jeff

Any build pics? I'm planning a 6x10 as we speak so I can also take my cycle with me... Probably order the trailer later this month.

Don

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[DR BrianO]

Awesome

Thanks for the help, exactly what I was looking for. I am much more of a customization guy than a welder.