Trailer build questions...

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I'm considering building an equipment trailer, and have a chance to pick up a complete set of 7k lb Dexter 8-lug axles for fairly cheap (complete with tires, brakes, springs, etc).  I also have a line on three 24' pieces of 10" C-channel, which look to be roughly 3/8-1/2" thick across the web(?).   Question is, will the C-channel be sufficient for the build, at least to haul 11k lbs?  Based on how I plan to build, I want the deck (with dovetail) to be 24'...which means I will likely be adding a 4' dovetail to the rear.  I know a lot of this depends on how its trussed between the main pieces, but I am mainly concerned with the C-Channel over 20+ feet.  I figure when its done, the trailer will likely weigh 2500-3000 lbs.  It won't be a deckover, and width will be roughly 82".Thoughts?
Reply:For an 11,000 payload, what you describe should be more than sufficient.Miller Trailblazer Pro 350DMiller Suitcase MIGMiller Spectrum 2050Miller Syncrowave 250DXLincoln 210MP