4X6 utility trailer.

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Hey all. Found this site today and have been browsing through pages and pages of great knowledge. Here is a project I started last weekend.I've never welded in my life prior to last weekend. I've been practicing alot. Just bought a used lincoln 225 thunderbolt. I'll let the pics do the talkin.http://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_71_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_72_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_76_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_77_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_78_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_79_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_80_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_81_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_82_full.jpgLast edited by Stickbug; 12-23-2006 at 12:42 AM.
Reply:I will be building sides and top rails out of 1 1/2" angle, possibly 2x6 decking or 3/4" plywood (not sure yet), rebuild the bearings, adding 12 rims with larger tires and I would like to add 1ft to the tongue. Any suggestions for a newb and his first fab project??
Reply:clean that steel before you start welding it!  What welder will you be using?Verticle rails at an "L" to the side members or "V"?  I did mine as a "V" and I liked it.***************************************Lincoln AC225 stick welderLincoln HD100 WeldPak flux core wire feed welderThree of the cheapest grinders money can buy
Reply:That was an old tent trailer?? You've got your work cut out there  .If you want to extend the tongue, I'd blow the old one off and and build a new one that extends back under the frame work. Those are easier to make if you aren't comfortable with your skill level.Show us more pics of the progress.
Reply:Originally Posted by KRSclean that steel before you start welding it!  What welder will you be using?Verticle rails at an "L" to the side members or "V"?  I did mine as a "V" and I liked it.
Reply:Originally Posted by KRSVerticle rails at an "L" to the side members or "V"?  I did mine as a "V" and I liked it.
Reply:I do.... manana ***************************************Lincoln AC225 stick welderLincoln HD100 WeldPak flux core wire feed welderThree of the cheapest grinders money can buy
Reply:Here is what got done todayhttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_83_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_84_full.jpghttp://memimage.cardomain.net/member...79_85_full.jpgNext is to hunt down some rims/ tires and fenders, and rebuild the bearings. I need the fenders before I can add the verticle support on the sides since I'm not sure yet where the fenders will mount. Also need to start with the dreaded frame prep for paint. What is the best way to remove the rusty chit from inside the c-channel??
Reply:If you don't need the height, the axle might do better (provide better stability) if it's on top of the springs.Looks good.I would try to powerwash the inside of the c-channel, then sandblast?Just fab up a fender mount that has two attachment points on the underside of that c-channel close to the tires.Make your own fenders outta diamond plate so you can stand on them Flat tops, cut notches in the corners, bend the sides and front/back down like dogears, weld the seams.***************************************Lincoln AC225 stick welderLincoln HD100 WeldPak flux core wire feed welderThree of the cheapest grinders money can buy
Reply:check out the trailer I built maybe you can get some ideas.http://www.weldingweb.com/vbb/showthread.php?t=6724
Reply:Originally Posted by KRSMake your own fenders outta diamond plate so you can stand on them
Reply:Looks like your tongue is plenty long. Anything over 45 inches is fine.Bill
Reply:That's what the old lady says to.
Reply:I set myself up for that. I suppose it could have been worse.Bill
Reply:depends on what the checkerplate is.... if it's aluminum then alum stuff, if it's stainless then stainless stuff, and if it's chromed, ..... then grind it off I know this reponse is highly technical (not!)... maybe someone with alum & stainless experience will give a better answer ***************************************Lincoln AC225 stick welderLincoln HD100 WeldPak flux core wire feed welderThree of the cheapest grinders money can buy
Reply:all you really need for that trailer is 2 of these...http://www.northerntool.com/images/p...s/12641_lg.gif25$ each and call it a day..could'nt be easier.....zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:try this link instead..http://www.northerntool.com/webapp/w...70_12134_12134...zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Zap I agreee. I only have $170 into this trailer so far and the idea is to build this as cheap as possible. I plan on buying the cheaper fenders. I like the angled ones better. I dunno we'll see I guess when I head out to get them. I'll end up buying the 12" rims and tires along with the fenders as well as rebuild the bearings all at the same time. Then I'll know once I have the fenders where to mount the last verticle angle on each side. After that it'll be time to wood it up.
Reply:Here are a few pics of progress over the last few weeks.Last edited by Stickbug; 01-07-2007 at 11:18 PM.
Reply:give this man a "A"... good job!!...zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Thanx man.Not bad for a guy who has never worked with metal before eh??Last edited by Stickbug; 01-07-2007 at 11:19 PM.
Reply:Stikbug nice trailer, I would not have beleived just from looking that you just started welding. Wish I could do that good
Reply:Excellent job for a beginner!
Reply:Nice little trailer, what ya gonna haul?DewayneDixieland WeldingMM350PLincoln 100Some torchesOther misc. tools
Reply:nice project you have done a great job  the thing i have noticed since being on here and seeing how everyone makes there trailers is how different its to down here Here we go for a box type this one I built 20yrs ago its 7x5 more than flat bed and don't use wood sides or floors  don't get me wrong there all cool  the worst thing about when you make a trailer is how many freinds have towbars but no trailer and want to use yours   Creative metal Creative metal FacebookI finally got the paint work done on this bad boy and I got it out for it's maidan voyage to the recycle depot today. Here it is completed. Now I need another project. Metal work is addicting. Maybe I will have to put out a search on a project trail rig...hmmmm we'll have to see what the future holds.
Reply:Looks great!  Coat that plywood with epoxy next time before painting it and it will fill in the grain and make it waterproof longer.Next project?  ....***************************************Lincoln AC225 stick welderLincoln HD100 WeldPak flux core wire feed welderThree of the cheapest grinders money can buy
Reply:Now ya gotta make some bows to go over the trailer so the tarp doesn't fall in from rain or snow.
Reply:Originally Posted by StickbugI finally got the paint work done on this bad boy and I got it out for it's maidan voyage to the recycle depot today. Here it is completed. Now I need another project.
Reply:Beeyoutiful job.
Reply:Very nice work. My friend took the same approach. He uses his to transport his familys 3 atv's.It tows very well.We had a contest to see who could build the most for the least. He won.
Reply:Wello......you have two pet bears.....NICE!!!!!Miller blue star 2eLincoln 175
Reply:Sorry to revive an old thread but I thought I would post a cuurent pic of my trailer.Before.................After..................
Reply:that came up great you did a very nice job
Reply:Thanx man. I am satisfied with it as a first project.
Reply:nice ,, how much will it haul ?? weight
Reply:that was a nice job and I'll bet all your prodjects come out that way just by looking at your shop!
Reply:Dunno the weight restriction but Ima guessing around 1200-1400lbs?? It was an old tent trailer frame so that is my guess. I have had it loaded to the top full with wet firewood so if that is any indication.