Newbie trailer build

[jonesw3]

I came across a good deal on trailer that has potential. I want something that i can take down mild trails and Forrest service roads. This should be a good start






Its a little bigger than I wanted but i got a great deal on it. Any ideas, tips, or suggestions are welcomed.
Thanks!

 

[Titanpat57]

That's what we commonly refer to as "tons of potential"...good luck, nice platform moving forward.:wings:

 

[huntinhick]

wow great find, I have been looking for a starter like that. Can't wait to see where you go with the build.

Carl

 

[loren85022]

I have a similar Fiberglas util-body minus the tubtop. We love it. It's a great platform to build on. Assuming you're keeping the top, it would make a great place for hauling/storing gear. Perhaps a sleep area. Kitchen of some type. We have the RTT above for kids/dogs. Building a robust frame/suspension is your likely first move.

 

[Wright]

Oh, I am so subscribing to this thread. Can't wait to see what you do with it.

 

[Mark Harley]

Instant Expo trailer, Pull outs, sleeping area, Light weight, stout frame.
Great start!

 

[k9lestat]

why cant i ever find things like this. that is exactly what my economically challenged behind has been searching for. good luck with your build cant wait to see it.

 

[huntinhick]

I think in my case it is why can't I find things like that when I have money!! I love the fiberglass cap. it would be great to mount a kayak rack and an awning on it. sleep inside and have the kitchen in the side under the awning!

 

[jonesw3]

Huntin,
That's exactly what i was planning on doing. The slide outs will make a perfect kitchen.

 

[jeepxj13]

Look like an old vet trailer, I've been looking around for on for the wife and you got one steal of a deal. They also make them that set in a truck bed. I agree with turning the slid out into a kitchen. Put some suspension on it and it will be ready to ride. Tons of storage and a mini hot water heater would fit to.

 

[jonesw3]

I was able to work on it a little bit today. I got the inside primed and the frame for the thing platform built. Its going to be a slow process because funds are limited right now. I will post more pictures in a few days.

 

[Chili]

What's the interior bed length of that.. Appears to be long enough to sleep in? That thing is FANTASTIC!! I'd throw a cot in it and get out there now in it.

 

[jonesw3]

The inside length is a little over 8ft. I am in the process of building a bed with storage underneath and there will still be almost 2 feet of standing room by the door.

 

[jonesw3]

I got the bottom half insulated and the carpet in this morning. I am just about finished with the bed frame. I have get a chance to try it out tonight. I will let yall know how it goes.

 

[loren85022]

you might think about a few tie-downs in the corners.