Trailers

[Mad Mike]

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Not referring to Mad Mike but a lot of amateurs overbuild "to be safe".

I've seen 2X4 tubing, 1/4" wall to haul camping gear.

Harbor Freight used to carry some cheap kits but seems to be phasing things out. Considering rate of exchange and hassle it doesn't seem to be worth the effort.

1/4 inch is a bit big for square tube on a small trailer. I like to build tough, but not overbuild.

My trailer rarely gets filled, but if I have to I can safely haul a yard of gravel.

As for steel rusting, that’s a build quality issue. Even brand names rarely do more than a coat of tremclad. I spray a coat of epoxy primer then 3 coats of rust preventing farm paint.

Another tip for steel trailers is oiling. Spray them once a year underneath and they last a lifetime.

Aluminum is ok, but bang it up and repairs are expensive. Rough roads and heavy loads anre tough on aluminum trailers - I see a lot of rough roads.

 

[mimico_polak]

@Mad Mike how would you (or would you even bother) to enclose a folding trailer?

Or is it not even worth the effort and easier to just sell and buy an enclosed 5x8 or 5x10?

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