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starting from scratch

Postby Mr. Pontiac » Thu Sep 08, 2005 4:36 pm

Starting from scratch, want my trailer to look like back of 67 gto, help!! also need plans for trailer frame first, where do i get them at??
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Postby Gerdo » Thu Sep 08, 2005 5:20 pm

That will be cool. Start by looking in the design forum (below). Next spend a few hours reading all the threads in construction tips and techniques. There is alot of great info. Start a personal photo gallery. Have fun. ask alot of questions and don't get discouraged.
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Postby randy chesnutt » Thu Sep 08, 2005 6:13 pm

mr pontiac, welcome to the form.you have made a big step in starting your td, by joining the form. like gerdo said, by reading construction tips and techniques you can usely find your answer. if not all you got to do is ask. there alot of talent out there
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Re: starting from scratch

Postby mikeschn » Thu Sep 08, 2005 7:35 pm

Mr. Pontiac wrote:Starting from scratch, want my trailer to look like back of 67 gto, help!! also need plans for trailer frame first, where do i get them at??


Here's 1 idea for a trailer frame...

http://www.mikenchell.com/weekender/chassis.html

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Postby bledsoe3 » Thu Sep 08, 2005 9:42 pm

I have about $500 into mine. I bought used wheels and tires to save a few bucks, but i splurged for a torsion axle. You can see it here. http://www.tnttt.com/gallery/image.php?image_id=1992
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Postby Gerdo » Thu Sep 08, 2005 10:25 pm

Check around with some local welders. I had mine built as seen.
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Including electric brakes, 15" wheels, fenders, 3500# leaf axle for $650.
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Postby xe1ufo » Thu Sep 08, 2005 10:31 pm

Gerdo:

Please tell me what size and caliber tubing you used for framing and also the tongue. Any idea how much your complete frame/axle/wheels combo (as pictured) weighs?

Thanks in advance!

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