Hello...and thanks for accepting me into your forum. I have been stalking for quite a while as I decided if I was up to the challenge of building my very own Tear Drop. After a few months of stalking and discussions with my wife, we have decided to go for it and build our very own TD which we have affectionately named "The Schmidt Haus".
My Northern Tool Aluminum 4X8 trailer arrived on Monday (3 Oct 16), and it is together and awaiting for the construction to begin. I contemplated purchasing the HF 4X8, but instead decided the weight savings of the aluminum trailer from NT was worth the extra cost. I got the trailer delivered to my door for $570.00
We have one main goal for this Teardrop, and that is to attempt to make it as light as possible so I can tow it with my Honda Goldwing. With that in mind, I am shooting for an approximately 650lb max weight, and a tongue weight of no more than 75lbs. If I miss the mark too much I may be forced to trike my Goldwing, which I am not really wanting to do just yet.
With the starting weight of 175lbs, I think I just might be able to keep it light enough. But we will see how it goes as I put all the creature comforts in it to keep Mama happy!
I am sure I will have plenty of questions as I progress through the build. I know I will get trusted information and advice from everyone in the forums.
Cheers,
Schmidtty