Has anyone made a trailer??

Discussion in 'Mech Tech' started by carlperkins001, Apr 7, 2013.

  1. Im really interested in making a trailer for my bus.. but i dont really know where to start.

    id like it to be sort of a custom trailer using the same rear corner/lights as the bus and with the same standard 14 vw steelies.
    it also has to be less than 500kg. Its only going to be used for 3-4 bikes and biking gear.

    anyone made a trailer before and have any tips or pics?
    im unsure how i would get the wheels on and suspension etc.

    i think i could probably make the base structure from box section steel and then add the latch to the front.
     
  2. or should i just buy one and try to customise it?
     
  3. I've built a few, best bet is to get a ready built trailer and strip the box off and start from there.
    That way you have all the correct bits'n'bobs plus a straight chassis.
     
  4. matty

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  5. I've just kicked off a trailer project. Have a late bay shell, engine cover, rear hatch and a trailer bed. Ill be putting build photos up as soon as the shell is back from the blasters.
     

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