New trailer build

[bdog]

That is an awesome trailer. I really like the design and have wanted one like that (but heavier) for some time but have not seen one on the market. I haul a large skid steer a lot and I get tired of all the mud on the trailer deck and then there is also no need for a full deck as all I haul on that trailer is the skid steer. That expanded metal would allow easy washing of the trailer and provide good traction.

 

[pjb09]

That is an awesome trailer. I really like the design and have wanted one like that (but heavier) for some time but have not seen one on the market. I haul a large skid steer a lot and I get tired of all the mud on the trailer deck and then there is also no need for a full deck as all I haul on that trailer is the skid steer. That expanded metal would allow easy washing of the trailer and provide good traction.

Thanks.
The design could easily be beafed up with heavier wall tubes, closer spacing on horizontal and heavier axles. The expanded metal on my trailer is 3#, you would probably want 5# or more for a skid steer.

 

[pjb09]

Finally got around to finishing the ramps and installing them.

 

[George2615]

Finally got around to finishing the ramps and installing them.View attachment 384720

Looking good.
Since the ramps are already painted I guess your not going to add support feet (like attached) or you can add swing down rear trailer support stands to the trailer frame. They will prevent whatever you are driving up the ramps from pushing the back of the trailer down resulting in the front of the trailer lifting the tow vehicle.

 

[pjb09]

Looking good.
Since the ramps are already painted I guess your not going to add support feet (like attached) or you can add swing down rear trailer support stands to the trailer frame. They will prevent whatever you are driving up the ramps from pushing the back of the trailer down resulting in the front of the trailer lifting the tow vehicle.[/QUOTE

planning to add swing down stands similar to those on travel trailers.

 

[George2615]

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planning to add swing down stands similar to those on travel trailers.[/QUOTE]

Carry on then and keep us posted on your progress.

 

[roadhunter]

Not meaning to be argumentative, so let me apologize in advance if this seems so:

Going with one axle brakes may be perfectly legal and work very well for you - maybe. But again, considering the quite modest cost, *why not* go for as much braking capability as is reasonably possible for your rig? You may never need it, towing with that big dually . . . but then again, being able to stop even quicker in an emergency might well make the difference - maybe. Also, emergency braking in on surfaces with lower coefficients of friction, wet, icy, snow, etc. it is handy not to have your trailer attempt to pass you up. Having all wheels with brakes back there is not a bad idea. Did I mention it doesn't cost much? :c)

Disclaimer: I might be biased on all of this, being a former motorcycle cop and accident investigator I've seen my share.

Had a friend get in a situation in KS with only brakes on 1 axle when he got pulled over. Ended up having to take the wheels off the other axle just to drive back to Oklahoma after removing the load and putting it on another trailer. doesn't happen often but can be a big PITA if it does.

 

[dragoneggs]

Looking good. Since the ramps are already painted I guess your not going to add support feet (like attached) or you can add swing down rear trailer support stands to the trailer frame. They will prevent whatever you are driving up the ramps from pushing the back of the trailer down resulting in the front of the trailer lifting the tow vehicle.

Those supports look like a good idea but how well do they work if on unlevel ground... say the ground is higher at the back end of the trailer being higher than at the wheels? Just wondering.

 

[Mark @ Everlast]

Looking good.
Since the ramps are already painted I guess your not going to add support feet (like attached) or you can add swing down rear trailer support stands to the trailer frame. They will prevent whatever you are driving up the ramps from pushing the back of the trailer down resulting in the front of the trailer lifting the tow vehicle.

Growing up in the heavy equipment business, I can't tell you how important it is to have all four vehicle wheels on the ground when loading. lol. If you've ever gone for a free ride down a hill with only the front wheels of the truck on the ground, it isn't that easy to steer if someone is on the backof the trailer holding on for dear life too....and front brakes on a 65 Ford flat bed one ton aren't that great to start with and when the engine isn't running....

 

[Big Barn]

Those supports look like a good idea but how well do they work if on unlevel ground... say the ground is higher at the back end of the trailer being higher than at the wheels? Just wondering.

Making the hinge points "double jointed" would help a bit for unlevel sites. Chocking trailer wheels is always a good idea also. Terry