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starting from scratch

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 4:36 pm
by Mr. Pontiac
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??

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 5:20 pm
by Gerdo
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.

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 6:13 pm
by randy chesnutt
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

Re: starting from scratch

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 7:35 pm
by mikeschn
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

Mike...

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 9:42 pm
by bledsoe3
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

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 10:25 pm
by Gerdo
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.

PostPosted: Thu Sep 08, 2005 10:31 pm
by xe1ufo
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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