90% of the time you see a TH-cam video with "xx ideas for whatever" it's one or two ideas and the rest total bs. Just about every idea on this video is solid. Good stuff.
I’ll be honest I rolled my eyes when I saw the title and the start of the video……… but as you got going I saw where you were going with things. Owning a trailer for many years, I could say every single thing you did is useful at one point or another! Good job
Before the paint , varnish , or sealer has dried , sift some sand out on the boards , give you some grip when standing , especially if it's wet & this will keep you from busting your butt !!
This was the best mod video I have watched in some time! Practical and definitely mods that would be helpful for us trailer users. Great Job and excellent ideas!
I laughed a lot at this video. These are all great ideas, it's so rapid fire, there were tips inside of tips. No BS, just right into it. Wish more people made videos like this.
Everyone needs to produce videos like this! No nonsense, pure straight forward information without any fluff. You are a smart guy! Some great tips for all us trailer owners.
I've watched a ton of trailer mod videos. This one is straight to the point, creative, and no annoying music. I enjoyed the information provided. The dual purpose jack usage really stood out for me. I "liked". Thanks.
This video is trailer genius bro! My 14 ft trailer is getting modded thanks to this video! Don't have tube rails but I'm thinking on putting a piece of pipe under the angle iron rail instead of on top as you suggested. Love it all especially the jacks on the rear sides.
I would love to see some pictures of how you pull this off.. I have a 12' trailer with square stock hand rails.. The locks for the ramp attach right on the end of the rails.. I tried putting pipes on top of the rails and bolting them on on but when I lowered the gate the steel cable just raked across the steel because of the 45ﾟ angle and there's no way to get the cable up off of the steel.. I have been given suggestions like go to a welding shop and have them cut the locks off and lower them.. Another said just use 30-30 6" long all thread and put your eyeballs level with the top of the trailer so the cable never has to go in a downward angle.. I look forward to seeing pictures of how yours went.. Definitely don't want to cut the locks off if I can help it
Have you made your gate-asist yet? I've got the angle iron top rail as well, but I'm planning on boxing mine by putting angle iron underneath instead of pipe.
Hands down!!! this was definitely one of the best explained and improvement video..Heck we need the Best of TH-cam videos award shows...I nominate this video....and I will come on stage and slap anyone who disagrees😂😂
WoW! Amazing! I’m 67 and miss the days when my grandfather, my father or uncles wanted something they just made it . This video is old school engineering. I’m very impressed.
Thank you, Vincent. My father just turned 80 this year and we still work together on stuff like this. It's all I've ever known. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
A trailer ball mounted on a piece of angle like your hand winch is on makes a great way to secure a log splitter. Just latch it down a then one good strap across the rear of the splitter and you are good to go in no time.
I've always been told to never put a saddle on a dead horse. They are referring to the cable. You put the saddle on the live side of the cable and it won't kink the cable on the tension side. The other way it will weaken the cable. For what you are doing it will last forever but I thought I would mention it. Thank you very much for a great video. Very well done!
Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I had never heard this before making this video. I will be sure to keep this in mind for future adventures and I'll flip them around when I get a chance on this project. Thanks for watching! I hope to see you around on future videos! I'm going to pin your comment to the top so more people will see it. I can't be the only one that wasn't aware of this rule. 🦅
I done one better on the winch. I took a 1"piece if tubing and weld it like where you have your winch, made a Reese type mount for my Champion 2500# electric winch. Battery in tongue storage. Works well pulling heavy weight into the trailer. ✌
That's awesome. I was trying to avoid the electric option mostly because the stuff I'm pulling onto the trailer is lighter weight, however there are times it would be nice to have an electric winch with a remote to help guide stuff as it's being pulled onto the trailer. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
I really like your ideas I'm definitely gonna do so upgrades to my 16' my old ass is getting tired of lifting my double gate.... ya gotta new sub here my friend
Is that a Cary-On? I just picked up my fist 5.5'x10'. Previous owner installed a harbor freight ATV winch and did nice decking, but I'll definitely be laying down some solid stain. Cool lift spring mod too! Thanks for the tips.
Great modifications! You remind me of how "American know-how" became a phrase to be proud of. My fav is the mounts for the 2 jacks on the sides toward the rear. Several times I've had to get the truck out of the garage just so I could hook it to the trailer in order to load my mower. By doubling as a flat tire jack makes it well worth the effort of the installation. Neither of my trailers had anywhere to tie a rope that didn't have sharp edges so I mounted a 1" galvanized pipe 2" above and full length along both side walls and the front - all of which were 2 x 8's. Now I have unlimited tie-down places. Your gate lift assist save you quite a bit of money because the "Gorilla-Lift" is about $ 225 and the "Kuafu" kit is around $ 137 (plus tax on both). For those without the time, welder or H.D. drills the extra hundred bucks for the Kuafu might be the route to take.
Exactly what I was thinking regarding your pinned comment. I like how you just explain the stuff without giving all the BS. I picked up an excellent York 5x8 trailer that I wish I can convert into a dump trailer but I don't know how to do it because I'm trying to figure out the complexities.
Best upgrade is welding unistut around the outside edges. Anchor points all over. I never know what I'm going to move and being able to put ratchet straps anywhere matters.
Just a suggestion. Get some Plasti-Dip and cover the taped part of the cable. Over time the tape will get old and start to come off, the Plasti-Dip will prevent that.
The funny thing about that is I have another video showing people how to repair and seal a mower seat with Plasti-Dip. I never thought to use it on cable ends. Thanks for the tip. th-cam.com/video/qQYqkyc9Z50/w-d-xo.html
Awesome upgrades , very useful.. I have the 5 X 8 trailer and I mounted a bed box for a small truck to the front over an extended tongue. Loads of storage and water proof.
Don't know if this was mentioned in the comments (so many of them) but one thing I'd watch for is rust forming insides those tubular sides. After cutting those notches out for the tailgate rollers, I'd assume water would love to pool inside those tubes creating a breeding ground for rust. Loved this video so I subbed right away. Thanks TH-cam for recommending this channel to me.
This DIY had good mods, good engineering, and quick and informative execution! I immediately subscribed! How could I not, and miss something valuable? Thanks!
I have got to say that’s a real fine job you did on this video and the trailer man. Some real great ideas there. I do have a question if you get a chance to respond that would be great. On the rollers you made for the spring assist is there a reason not to reverse them where the top roller is further back and the bottom one further forward? I thought it might make it to where you wouldn’t have to cut off so much for cable clearance. I for sure want to do that upgrade because I’m disabled and that would be a huge help! And maybe some kind of a handle I could grab without having to bend over to get it. Thanks! Take care!
The main reason for the offset was for clearance between the rollers. I was worried that if the top roller were further back it would increase the cable bend when the gate is closed without offering enough pull to hold the gate upright. It would probably work either way but when I compared it to the commercially available systems the top roller was always offset this way. I hope this helps to answer your question. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
@@baldeagle242 wow thank you for the super fast response, I figured I’d be lucky if you responded at all and it would be a couple days at least! Also thank you so much for the info I see what you mean about the curve of the wire. Btw. I watched several other videos about this topic and I have to say yours is hands down the very best!! Great job! Thank you for all the great info! Take care!
Great video. The first mod i did to my new trailer was add reverse lights to it. Its hard to see back there at night when reversing...especially the older i get.
Thanks for watching. I have a few other mods I plan to add to this trailer later this year. Back-up lights are a great recommendation and I may add this to my list of additional upgrades. Thanks again! I hope to see you around on future videos. 🦅
I use single E-trak along the top of the rails. This way I can use E-trak attachments and straps. No need for all those pockets. I haul all kinds of UTV's, ATV's, motorcycles, lawn mowers, etc. and never have run short of hitch points.
Thanks for the tip. I have E-track in my box trailer and love the ease of use they offer. I went with the stake pockets on this trailer with a ratchet winch simply because it offered added spots for my spare tire and winch as well as actually stakes for side rails or even landscaping racks depending on the needed application. I do plan more future upgrades on this trailer and may add e-track attachments points as well. I hope to see you around on future videos. Thanks, for watching. 🦅
Very impressive & well thought out. I liked the attention to reflectors and using some to judge your distance backing up. A couple of thoughts while watching: recycle used motor oil to stain the wood deck. For your purposes there will probably be oil leaks on the wood anyway. As long as you’re doing custom brackets-mounting a shovel and farm jack somewhere on there would be cool. And maybe an LED light bar for nighttime use. Nice work. Really enjoyed watching it.
I plan to do another video on this trailer in the spring. Guarding or moving the taillights is something I will probably do. Hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss it. 😁👍
Great video. Question, how did you figure the spring ie. How long and how strong etc. You said you got a good price for them .Where did you buy. Thanks
I showed it in the video. It was a Facebook Market Place find. $1 each. I actually bought two different spring strengths and settled on the yellow tip springs. You should be able to google it for strength. You can also lengthen or shorten the cable to get a little more or less tension.
Great mods, one thing I like to do is put a cage over the tail lights, nothing fancy just a couple pieces of rebar or whatever. Those lights break so easy and gets expensive replacing them all the time!
+A C I have to agree with that. I was afraid this video was getting to long and may make a second one showing additional mods. Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸
I just bought a new trailer today. I drove it from the dealer to my home. Backing it in the driveway I backed into a rock and bent the snot out of my tail light. I'd like to know more about the "cage" you made....
@@hipairbrush1053 There are a few options to protect the taillights. If you have the tools and a welder you can bend up rebar as A C mentioned above or cut steel plates to surround the lights. On some trailers, you can also relocate the lights to the back of the fenders so they are less likely to hit something. If you want to do it the easy way you can buy a housing from Amazon like the one below and weld or bolt it on to protect the lights. amzn.to/351mADx Let us know how it works out and thanks for watching.
Those mods are at another level. You could do the gate mod if trailer had angle iron sides, put angle to make a tube, & use short angle pieces to support the rollers.
A wireless magnetic back up camera would be a great addition to just about anyones trailer. When not in use simply remove it and store it in your glove box.
I just now discovered this video , great upgrades on your trailer , I plan on doing some of these on mine , I am a new subscriber , Thankyou for sharing
+Scott Thomas - Thanks for stopping by and thanks for the sub! 🦅🇺🇸 If anyone else would like to check out a video review that Scott has on his channel of the newer version of this same trailer please check out his link below. th-cam.com/video/AjNFEocknzA/w-d-xo.html
LOVE the winch idea! You could double your capacity/ make it easier on your, and pull straight onto the trailer, instead of an angle if you changed out the strap for a cable, used a snatch block, then anchored the other end to the other side.
Those were some really clever mods. Especially like the tailgate lift idea. I have been longing for a trailer I found in TN. It is 5 x12 with the gate assist. I like it because a 6 footer is too wide for some curvy, narrow roads I have to travel. The 12 foot length is nice for the added space and I'm sure it would not even noticed since it is only five wide. With 15 inch tires and a 3500 pound axle, It is rated to handle 2600 pounds of cargo. I was wanting it because it is the only trailer offered in 5 x 12 with the lift assist. Now, thanks to your suggestion, I could opt for any 5 x 12 I can find.
@@baldeagle242 I subscribed so I could find you later. I double checked and learned the 3500 pound axle will accept electric brake kits. That is a big plus to me as I often have a full load of gear in the Jeep Liberty so the trailer brakes would add a high degree of safety.
I did the spring lift mod on my trailer (I have the same trailer or damn close to it. 6x10') - I am not disappointed. Works very well. I also painted/treated the bed with a sealant and added grit to it for traction. Ended up painting the whole trailer after and used truck bed liner on the wheel fenders. Huge improvement.
That’s so awesome! It’s amazing how much a little effort makes to enhance these trailers and extend their life beyond expectations. Thanks for sharing your ideas. 😁👍
@@baldeagle242Also, gives them a needed refresh. Mine has peeling paint and multipel colors - I like to air spray paint projects in the bed of the trailer. Putting a new coat on everything make it look more up to date.
As you know, living in Ohio, salt is the killer. My first trailer got the cancer and I lost it after 15 years. My new trailer, I have Fluid Filmed everything underneath and the wheels. Hopefully I'll get a few more years use from this one. Nice video and great suggestions!
@Chickanic is on fire! I have been a sub on her channel since she was at 300'ish subs and didn't post for over a year! She has the skills and personality to explode on TH-cam! (Far beyond what she already has!) I have the skills and I'm working on my personality. ;-) LOL
I agree with N English the one thing that I would do differently is to us shrink tube over the ends of the cut end and cable. Because of where I live in the desert the tap gets all sticky but you can always do what the old fisherman did and just take some PVC glue and coat the tape and it will melt it together and make water proof. Keep up the good work.
Those tube frame trailers are super rigid and really strong. I had one from Tractor Supply a 6x8, wish I never sold it. I'd put my Can Am 650 back there and it trailered it like nothing. Really smart ideas, subbed and enjoy the channel.
So you could put a riding mower on your trailer with no problem? I’m looking to get a trailer and wasn’t sure of the size I needed. Great ideas you have here👍👍
If you're looking for a trailer for a single riding mower up to about a 48" deck a 5'x8' trailer is a good size. You will have to fold the plastic chute up on the side but it will fit with room to spare. A 5.5' or 6' x10' would be overkill for a single mower unless you plan to have other stuff on the trailer with it.
I'm the same way. I used a 5x8’ for many years but always ran into issues with things that wouldn't fit. The 5.5x10’ foot trailer is a good size and pulls well with my Jeep.
This video was recommended to me by YT. I didn't expect this to be nearly as informational as it was. These are all excellent tips! I'm definitely going to implement these upgrades on my trailer. Thanks for the info!
Some very good stuff here. I especially like the auxiliary Jack idea, I’ve always used a couple of Jack stands but this is much handier. OBTW those deck boards are called 5 quarter in the trade not 5 fourths.
I've been working around the idea of a hydraulically operated log arch... It would have to be above the rail to get the correct leverage for the hydraulic cylinder.
Great job there Sir. I am just wondering if you had put PVC pipe over the springs would it help anything like rubbing and or rattling inside the tube rails. I really appreciate your ideas on this project. 👍👍
I sure appreciate this video. Thanks for great tips and ideas on how to make trailers better. My Harley-Davidson Trike needs some things for securing that you showed me.
I use a port. 12 VDC winch on a Class 3 hitch insert & mount the receiver so I can use the winch elsewhere as well. Also have a skid mounted 3/4" SYP & 2x sealed & painted box w/ removable lid & tarp that I can use for over-sized brush & firewood hauling, plus we use it for moving pigs between farms. Not ideal for livestock due to the backboard ride, but it works in a pinch and keeps them contained. Also handy as an intermediate loading platform (with the suggested stabilizing jacks deployed) for loading steers & pigs up to dock height w/o needing a long ramp or dock; load animal onto trailer using the attached ramp, then fold up and back to appropriate distance & drop ramp to reach the higher load level. Works the reverse as well. Again, not ideal (gotta have somebody on each side who knows how to handle stock), but mother of necessity (and cheap)...
Hello from California....Thank you ....for sharing absolutely GREAT ideas I have a 12' utility trailer gonna implement several of your mods on to it! New subscriber!
This is an excellent video providing great modification ideas. I need to do a few of these mods. I should ave done them a long time ago. Thanks for the great ideas and have a great Thanksgiving. 👍🏽🤠 11/23/22
COOL video !! The only thing I would change is : Instead of electrical tape on the cables, I would use Heat Shrink in two (or more) layers. I love the Lift Assist !!
Storms just rolled thru here in SE NC. Lightning has passed so I'm on YT. Saw your video and clicked on it as I am doing bearing replacement on my 6x12 flat trailer. Great ideas, some that I had in mind doing already, but the little nuance tips of "the why to do it" pushed me to look at prices for the pieces you highlighted. Thanks for the kick in the ass to get my trailer in order. I really do need it to pick material for my 7x16 enclosed project and general chores around the property. PS: I also sub'd, so I will definitely be looking thru your other videos.
Thanks a lot Mr. Bald Eagle and yes, you did give me an idea how to do a few improvements to my 20' flatbed trailer and yes, even though Harbor Freight isn't what it u$ed to be, I'll p/u a little welder like yours and copy some of you pretty slick tips - take care!
I 've been lucky with tail lights so far. I will probably change their location if I do break them. The reflective white tape on the front side of the gate also helps tremendously with seeing your trailer when you're backing up after dark. Thanks for watching.
@@baldeagle242 I found LED taillights at O'reilleys that have a built in back up light. Just have to run a blue wire from the tow vehicle to the light. I suppose you could wire it to come on with the stop lights, don't know if that is legal in all states, LOL.
@@unclemikeb Thanks for the reply. That's one thing I've always wanted to do but never taken the time to make it happen. I think I need a part two to this video for all the extra suggestions people have left. Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸
Great video, you seem like a swell guy. Just a heads up please remove all you flammable storage cans away from grinding and welding areas. Fire extinguishers always a great idea when grinding and welding to. Thank you for the video. 😊👍
If you can find it locally, black Locust & Osage orange are much tougher, denser, & rot resistant than pine, then comes white oak. Whether one of the rot resistant or treated pine, dry it first (especially the pine). Drill a fastener hole on each end 1/8" larger than the stainless bolts w/ lock nut used to secure, but then prime & paint w/ a high solids acrylic or epoxy (both very tough & will resist all but the heaviest gouging by heavy metal or stumps being drug off). Make sure your paint covers the end grain and inside of bolt holes especially, but also make sure the holes remain clear - you want the inner walls coated but not so tight as to cause the bolts to scrape it off on inserting. Once tightened down they won't move, but re-check every year to make sure the wood hasn't shrunk any more. If properly dried and coated it should remain dimensionally stable and last the life of the trailer (my white oak deck is 29 years old & the Daiche coatings "Roll Stone" I think it was called has only needed touching up twice (from dragging trailer sized oak stumps off w/ a backhoe).
I'm looking at buying a utility trailer, I've never owned one before. Found many videos where folks did something then recorded themselves talking about what they did and pointing to stuff already done. Your video showed so much without the non-sense, and brought me along for the ride. Thank you for this video.
Great video with some awesome ideas. I really liked the anti-wheelie fix when disconnected from your truck. That was a huge idea. If I may be a little critical though about your use of wire rope clips... Notice you placed the saddle on the free end of the wire rope. The saddle goes on the live load and the U goes on the no load. Noted there's not a huge load involved here, but important people know the correct way to install these when they do have a significant load. Never saddle a dead horse, is the best way to remember this. Further, if ever rigging a serious load, always use two per connection. Again, probably not necessary in this case. Hope you don't mind a constructive criticism as this was intended.
I don’t mind at all. I had never heard this before I made this video but I’ve had lots of comments since. Lesson learned for sure! Thanks for watching.
great video baldeagle, long tie fan......I've got that exact same Titanium 170 welder, and it is hands down best welder for your money. ive also owned the titanium 140 and its no joke either. Harbor frieght really went above and beyond with the entire titanium welding line. Also own the titanium pilot arc plasma cutter , if you are on a budget and need to get yourself going on some metal fab. go titanium brand and i promise you will not be disappointed. it will handle production workload too, its not no pussy shit welder, but hell if you feel like letting everyone know how big of a jack-ass you are go right in and get yourself a hobart or miller. nothing wrong with thosed machines, just seems stupid to throw thart kind of money around when youy can get a just as capable, if not more capable piece of equipment with titanium. Go with the ninja turtle green babyy
I couldn't agree more. I weld maybe 8-10 times per year. I see no reason to buy anything more than this. I consider myself an “average beginner” and this welder is super easy to set up and start welding right out of the box. I had planned to set it up with gas but have found the flux core to be adequate for everything I've needed so far. I haven't fired up my stick welder once since I got this one. Thanks for watching. I hope to see you around on future videos. 😁👍
I always depended on my older brothers for suggestions and advice like this. Now that they are gone, I've missed having access to their ideas. You sir, are a treasure. You have a new subscriber. Thank you!
You are pretty amazing to come up with practical solutions yo what would have been problematical issues. You are creative and can think outside the box. Your video is very educational as well as entertaining.
Your cable system is really cool! I gotta do that! One thing though.... The attachment on the gate doesn't need to be any higher that the top of the rail where the spring in in a straight pull configuration. Above that point the cables are only pulling the gate towards the hinge and no longer in toward the rail. If this doesn't make sense, let me know and I'll try to explain it better. Also, the pin through the wheel... GENIUS!
+Chadrick Parrott, I've always thought about doing that but never followed through. It would make it very quick and easy to swap the entire assembly out. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
I have a 16' long x 6' wide boat trailer that I've turned into a generic hauling trailer. I used 2" x 8" boards to build the floor, then put galvanized sheet metal on top of the boards (screwed down) so things slide. I have chain/strap tie down points that attach to the trailer frame. On the sides I put the 2x4 metal brackets then built a 43" (width of sheet metal) wall around the trailer perimeter. Rear of trailer also has a loading ramp similar to the one on this video only heavier duty, and I used springs like he did. On the front pointed section I put an aluminum box, the kind you see in truck beds. I also attached a crank up wheel on the front trailer bar and added a bracket to hold the spare tire. I got the trailer free from a friend so this whole project cost me around $100 for wood, sheet metal and screws to hold it all together. The trailer was designed to hold a 2500 Lb Boat so it's pretty tough for big loads. I intend to use it to haul brush, move all kinds of items, and pick up landscape materials, mulch, rocks etc. My next task is to add the jacks on the rear so I can load without being hooked up to the truck.
Just one issue Sir. I would HIGHLY recommend that you mover your spare tire to the passenger side of the trailer to avoid exposure to traffic while dismounting/mounting the spare on the side of the road. Safety first as always. Don't need to get run over while disabled on side of the road.
@@baldeagle242 keep the tire far back to limit rocks bouncing off it, my rear window was shattered from a rock being kicked up, hit the tire and ricocheted into the glass.
@@akbychoice Thanks for the tip. I would have never thought about something like that happening, but I can see how it could. Murphy's law strikes again! 👍
Love your video! Several of your ideas I had as well...just couldn’t couldn’t get thought to action. Lol What I did with the trailer lights is installed them into the fender so they wouldn’t get broken.
Thanks for watching. I'm hoping to make another video later this year with mods as you suggested. I'm not sure yet if I will move them or build a guard around them. So many projects so little time!
Good ideas and I like that the video moves along without the silliness (trying to act) that others do. I added the small round LED's to the fenders so I could see that the trailer lights are working when driving.
Very smart ideas. Putting down feet can make it alot safer while loading/unloading. Years ago, my dad moved and transported his Bobcat on a trailer, someone disconnected the it from the truck, when he strared driving the Bobcat off the trailer, the front flew up and ran the trailer into the truck, putting a large deny/scratch in the trucks corner panel. Lucky no one around got hit, could have been way worse.
We have a big trailer just sitting and going to crap. I'd like to fix it up and so I loved your video for showing all these useful modifications and what can be done to a heavy trailer to improve it's utility, function and ease of use.
Mr Eagle.. I love that title I have started the project and I had a couple questions. The measurement from the locking handle on the gate to the center of the post that is behind my single axle will well is 78". I saw in your video you laid the Spring on the trailer you said between the wheel well and the 1st posthe 1st post is that just a general thing because nothing is really done here in measurements.
Some nice ideas there well done. Cable clamps are always installed with the teeth onto the main cable so it spreads the contact point and doesnt damage it. Cheers.
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90% of the time you see a TH-cam video with "xx ideas for whatever" it's one or two ideas and the rest total bs. Just about every idea on this video is solid. Good stuff.
Thank you. 😁👍
I agree… but they require welding, I don’t need another piece of equipment to store.
@@thatguy7085 On the plus side, they make some tiny 120v welders now.
I’ll be honest I rolled my eyes when I saw the title and the start of the video……… but as you got going I saw where you were going with things. Owning a trailer for many years, I could say every single thing you did is useful at one point or another! Good job
Thank you. I wasn’t really sure what to call this video. 😁👍
@@baldeagle242 you hit the nail on the head, for once it wasn’t clickbait
I agree 💯
Impressed
Thank you.
Before the paint , varnish , or sealer has dried , sift some sand out on the boards , give you some grip when standing , especially if it's wet & this will keep you from busting your butt !!
I did that to my wood front porch and it helped when ice formed on it.
Clever!
I did that on mine. Now the floor is grippy for standing, but loaded boxes slide around now really easily.
I use grits mixed into the sealer
This was the best mod video I have watched in some time! Practical and definitely mods that would be helpful for us trailer users. Great Job and excellent ideas!
Thank you. 🦅🇺🇸
@@baldeagle242 that list of mods would of been 15 separate 12 minute videos on any other channel.
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@@jaxturner7288 You sir are 100% correct. I try to keep my videos as short as possible and pack as much information as I can. 😁👍
I laughed a lot at this video. These are all great ideas, it's so rapid fire, there were tips inside of tips. No BS, just right into it. Wish more people made videos like this.
Thank you!
Yeah, it is refreshing when someone is to the point instead of adding life story to every topic.
You are 100% correct with everything you said sir!
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I wasn't looking for this vid, but im glad I found it!
@@jupitercyclops6521 Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸
Everyone needs to produce videos like this! No nonsense, pure straight forward information without any fluff. You are a smart guy! Some great tips for all us trailer owners.
Thank you! 🦅🇺🇸
Well done video. No chit chat, no wasted time over explaining, great editing. Your brevity is appreciated.
Thank you, Matthew! I hope to see you around on future videos. 🦅
I've watched a ton of trailer mod videos. This one is straight to the point, creative, and no annoying music. I enjoyed the information provided. The dual purpose jack usage really stood out for me. I "liked". Thanks.
Thank you. 😁👍
I was disappointed that his pets and/or kids were not “ his helpers” like most of these type of videos😬
I hate when people think they're doing good about adding stupid music
This video is trailer genius bro! My 14 ft trailer is getting modded thanks to this video! Don't have tube rails but I'm thinking on putting a piece of pipe under the angle iron rail instead of on top as you suggested. Love it all especially the jacks on the rear sides.
Thanks for watching! Let me know how yours turns out.
His video was great! Agreed.
I would love to see some pictures of how you pull this off.. I have a 12' trailer with square stock hand rails.. The locks for the ramp attach right on the end of the rails.. I tried putting pipes on top of the rails and bolting them on on but when I lowered the gate the steel cable just raked across the steel because of the 45ﾟ angle and there's no way to get the cable up off of the steel.. I have been given suggestions like go to a welding shop and have them cut the locks off and lower them.. Another said just use 30-30 6" long all thread and put your eyeballs level with the top of the trailer so the cable never has to go in a downward angle.. I look forward to seeing pictures of how yours went.. Definitely don't want to cut the locks off if I can help it
Have you made your gate-asist yet? I've got the angle iron top rail as well, but I'm planning on boxing mine by putting angle iron underneath instead of pipe.
Hands down!!! this was definitely one of the best explained and improvement video..Heck we need the Best of TH-cam videos award shows...I nominate this video....and I will come on stage and slap anyone who disagrees😂😂
save money and use used motor oil to stain your boards
Thanks for the tip. I hope to see you around on future videos. 🦅
WoW! Amazing! I’m 67 and miss the days when my grandfather, my father or uncles wanted something they just made it . This video is old school engineering. I’m very impressed.
Thank you, Vincent. My father just turned 80 this year and we still work together on stuff like this. It's all I've ever known.
Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
A trailer ball mounted on a piece of angle like your hand winch is on makes a great way to secure a log splitter. Just latch it down a then one good strap across the rear of the splitter and you are good to go in no time.
That's a fantastic idea! I'd never thought of that one. Thank you! 😁👍
Excellent trailer modification video. Please do more!
Thank you, I'm working on it. Stay tuned! 😃
I've always been told to never put a saddle on a dead horse. They are referring to the cable. You put the saddle on the live side of the cable and it won't kink the cable on the tension side. The other way it will weaken the cable. For what you are doing it will last forever but I thought I would mention it. Thank you very much for a great video. Very well done!
Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I had never heard this before making this video. I will be sure to keep this in mind for future adventures and I'll flip them around when I get a chance on this project. Thanks for watching! I hope to see you around on future videos! I'm going to pin your comment to the top so more people will see it. I can't be the only one that wasn't aware of this rule. 🦅
Add ons weigh so much a tricycle will overload the trailer. Kidding. 👍
The good thing is most all of them are removable so I can take them off when I load my big trike. 😁👍
I done one better on the winch. I took a 1"piece if tubing and weld it like where you have your winch, made a Reese type mount for my Champion 2500# electric winch. Battery in tongue storage. Works well pulling heavy weight into the trailer. ✌
That's awesome. I was trying to avoid the electric option mostly because the stuff I'm pulling onto the trailer is lighter weight, however there are times it would be nice to have an electric winch with a remote to help guide stuff as it's being pulled onto the trailer. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
I really like your ideas I'm definitely gonna do so upgrades to my 16' my old ass is getting tired of lifting my double gate.... ya gotta new sub here my friend
Thank you! I hope to see you around on future videos! 🦅
Jam packed full of content. Very well done 👍👍 You just earned another subscriber!
+Working Man🛠️Ron Doyle Thank you! 😁👍
Damn do want to sell it ? just kidding LOL, another GREAT video thanks for all the great ideas.
+michael, Everything I own is always for sale for the right price. 😉
Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
Is that a Cary-On? I just picked up my fist 5.5'x10'. Previous owner installed a harbor freight ATV winch and did nice decking, but I'll definitely be laying down some solid stain. Cool lift spring mod too! Thanks for the tips.
Yes, this one is also a 5.5’ by 10’ Nice size trailer for a lot of stuff.
Great modifications! You remind me of how "American know-how" became a phrase to be proud of.
My fav is the mounts for the 2 jacks on the sides toward the rear. Several times I've had to get the truck out of the garage just so I could hook it to the trailer in order to load my mower. By doubling as a flat tire jack makes it well worth the effort of the installation.
Neither of my trailers had anywhere to tie a rope that didn't have sharp edges so I mounted a 1" galvanized pipe 2" above and full length along both side walls and the front - all of which were 2 x 8's. Now I have unlimited tie-down places.
Your gate lift assist save you quite a bit of money because the "Gorilla-Lift" is about $ 225 and the "Kuafu" kit is around $ 137 (plus tax on both). For those without the time, welder or H.D. drills the extra hundred bucks for the Kuafu might be the route to take.
Thank you for watching. I have a couple links below the video for the systems you've mentioned. 🦅🇺🇸
Exactly what I was thinking regarding your pinned comment. I like how you just explain the stuff without giving all the BS.
I picked up an excellent York 5x8 trailer that I wish I can convert into a dump trailer but I don't know how to do it because I'm trying to figure out the complexities.
Your fabrication and attention to detail is astounding. Very impressed.
Thank you. 🦅
Best upgrade is welding unistut around the outside edges. Anchor points all over. I never know what I'm going to move and being able to put ratchet straps anywhere matters.
Just a suggestion. Get some Plasti-Dip and cover the taped part of the cable. Over time the tape will get old and start to come off, the Plasti-Dip will prevent that.
The funny thing about that is I have another video showing people how to repair and seal a mower seat with Plasti-Dip. I never thought to use it on cable ends. Thanks for the tip. th-cam.com/video/qQYqkyc9Z50/w-d-xo.html
Awesome upgrades , very useful.. I have the 5 X 8 trailer and I mounted a bed box for a small truck to the front over an extended tongue. Loads of storage and water proof.
Don't know if this was mentioned in the comments (so many of them) but one thing I'd watch for is rust forming insides those tubular sides. After cutting those notches out for the tailgate rollers, I'd assume water would love to pool inside those tubes creating a breeding ground for rust. Loved this video so I subbed right away. Thanks TH-cam for recommending this channel to me.
Could drill some drain holes in the bottom.
This DIY had good mods, good engineering, and quick and informative execution! I immediately subscribed! How could I not, and miss something valuable? Thanks!
Thank you, Brian. I appreciate your support. 😁👍
I have got to say that’s a real fine job you did on this video and the trailer man. Some real great ideas there. I do have a question if you get a chance to respond that would be great. On the rollers you made for the spring assist is there a reason not to reverse them where the top roller is further back and the bottom one further forward? I thought it might make it to where you wouldn’t have to cut off so much for cable clearance. I for sure want to do that upgrade because I’m disabled and that would be a huge help! And maybe some kind of a handle I could grab without having to bend over to get it. Thanks! Take care!
The main reason for the offset was for clearance between the rollers. I was worried that if the top roller were further back it would increase the cable bend when the gate is closed without offering enough pull to hold the gate upright. It would probably work either way but when I compared it to the commercially available systems the top roller was always offset this way. I hope this helps to answer your question. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
@@baldeagle242 wow thank you for the super fast response, I figured I’d be lucky if you responded at all and it would be a couple days at least! Also thank you so much for the info I see what you mean about the curve of the wire. Btw. I watched several other videos about this topic and I have to say yours is hands down the very best!! Great job! Thank you for all the great info! Take care!
Great video. The first mod i did to my new trailer was add reverse lights to it. Its hard to see back there at night when reversing...especially the older i get.
Thanks for watching. I have a few other mods I plan to add to this trailer later this year. Back-up lights are a great recommendation and I may add this to my list of additional upgrades. Thanks again! I hope to see you around on future videos. 🦅
Awesome job it's great to see somebody taking pride in there equipment I'm really impressed
Take care stay safe and God bless you 🙋♂️🇬🇧
Thank you for the kind words, and thanks for watching. 👨🦲🇺🇸
for a winch use a worm gear and weld 2 nuts on where crank handle then use a battery impack driver to power it with scoket
Great idea! Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching. 😁👍
I use single E-trak along the top of the rails. This way I can use E-trak attachments and straps. No need for all those pockets. I haul all kinds of UTV's, ATV's, motorcycles, lawn mowers, etc. and never have run short of hitch points.
Thanks for the tip. I have E-track in my box trailer and love the ease of use they offer. I went with the stake pockets on this trailer with a ratchet winch simply because it offered added spots for my spare tire and winch as well as actually stakes for side rails or even landscaping racks depending on the needed application. I do plan more future upgrades on this trailer and may add e-track attachments points as well. I hope to see you around on future videos. Thanks, for watching. 🦅
Very impressive & well thought out. I liked the attention to reflectors and using some to judge your distance backing up. A couple of thoughts while watching: recycle used motor oil to stain the wood deck. For your purposes there will probably be oil leaks on the wood anyway. As long as you’re doing custom brackets-mounting a shovel and farm jack somewhere on there would be cool. And maybe an LED light bar for nighttime use. Nice work. Really enjoyed watching it.
Thanks for the suggestions. And thanks for watching. 😁👍
Lots of great ideas for me to work on here in AZ, thanks
I moved my tail lights up to the rail. I don't break them anymore.
I plan to do another video on this trailer in the spring. Guarding or moving the taillights is something I will probably do. Hit that subscribe button so you don’t miss it. 😁👍
Nice ideas! Now I have half a dozen more projects to add to my list! Thanks for sharing!
You're welcome, Curt. Thanks for watching.
Great video. Question, how did you figure the spring ie. How long and how strong etc. You said you got a good price for them .Where did you buy. Thanks
I showed it in the video. It was a Facebook Market Place find. $1 each. I actually bought two different spring strengths and settled on the yellow tip springs. You should be able to google it for strength. You can also lengthen or shorten the cable to get a little more or less tension.
great video. very helpful trailer mods and upgrades.
Thank you.
Great mods, one thing I like to do is put a cage over the tail lights, nothing fancy just a couple pieces of rebar or whatever. Those lights break so easy and gets expensive replacing them all the time!
+A C I have to agree with that. I was afraid this video was getting to long and may make a second one showing additional mods. Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸
I just bought a new trailer today. I drove it from the dealer to my home. Backing it in the driveway I backed into a rock and bent the snot out of my tail light. I'd like to know more about the "cage" you made....
@@hipairbrush1053 There are a few options to protect the taillights. If you have the tools and a welder you can bend up rebar as A C mentioned above or cut steel plates to surround the lights. On some trailers, you can also relocate the lights to the back of the fenders so they are less likely to hit something. If you want to do it the easy way you can buy a housing from Amazon like the one below and weld or bolt it on to protect the lights. amzn.to/351mADx
Let us know how it works out and thanks for watching.
A couple coils of a car front spring is what protects my lights.
this video should be great can't wait for it to start
Thank you, sir. There are some very good practical tips in this video. I've also tried a much quicker video format so hopefully, it is received well.
Those mods are at another level. You could do the gate mod if trailer had angle iron sides, put angle to make a tube, & use short angle pieces to support the rollers.
Thank you for watching.
How long were the springs.?..all I can find are 24"
I didn't measure them but I would estimate they were about 32” to 34” long.
A wireless magnetic back up camera would be a great addition to just about anyones trailer. When not in use simply remove it and store it in your glove box.
Yes, short trailers are difficult to back.
I had an 18' ski boat trailer that would disappear on a steep ramp.
Great idea.
I just now discovered this video , great upgrades on your trailer , I plan on doing some of these on mine , I am a new subscriber , Thankyou for sharing
Thank you, I sincerely appreciate the support! 👍
These are some of the best mods I’ve seen for a trailer, great work my friend. Also thanks for visiting my channel, I’m subbed!
+Scott Thomas -
Thanks for stopping by and thanks for the sub! 🦅🇺🇸
If anyone else would like to check out a video review that Scott has on his channel of the newer version of this same trailer please check out his link below.
th-cam.com/video/AjNFEocknzA/w-d-xo.html
Absolutely amazing setup, lots of great ideas. I'll be stealing some of these mods.
Thanks for the kind words. Let us know how they turn out. 🦅🇺🇸😁👍
LOVE the winch idea! You could double your capacity/ make it easier on your, and pull straight onto the trailer, instead of an angle if you changed out the strap for a cable, used a snatch block, then anchored the other end to the other side.
Great idea. Thank you. 😁👍
I really like that snatch block comment
Those were some really clever mods. Especially like the tailgate lift idea.
I have been longing for a trailer I found in TN. It is 5 x12 with the gate assist. I like it because a 6 footer is too wide for some curvy, narrow roads I have to travel. The 12 foot length is nice for the added space and I'm sure it would not even noticed since it is only five wide.
With 15 inch tires and a 3500 pound axle, It is rated to handle 2600 pounds of cargo. I was wanting it because it is the only trailer offered in 5 x 12 with the lift assist.
Now, thanks to your suggestion, I could opt for any 5 x 12 I can find.
Let us know how it works out for you and thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
@@baldeagle242 I subscribed so I could find you later. I double checked and learned the 3500 pound axle will accept electric brake kits. That is a big plus to me as I often have a full load of gear in the Jeep Liberty so the trailer brakes would add a high degree of safety.
@@unclemikeb that's awesome. Thank you and thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
I did the spring lift mod on my trailer (I have the same trailer or damn close to it. 6x10') - I am not disappointed. Works very well. I also painted/treated the bed with a sealant and added grit to it for traction. Ended up painting the whole trailer after and used truck bed liner on the wheel fenders. Huge improvement.
That’s so awesome! It’s amazing how much a little effort makes to enhance these trailers and extend their life beyond expectations. Thanks for sharing your ideas. 😁👍
@@baldeagle242Also, gives them a needed refresh. Mine has peeling paint and multipel colors - I like to air spray paint projects in the bed of the trailer. Putting a new coat on everything make it look more up to date.
As you know, living in Ohio, salt is the killer. My first trailer got the cancer and I lost it after 15 years. My new trailer, I have Fluid Filmed everything underneath and the wheels. Hopefully I'll get a few more years use from this one. Nice video and great suggestions!
Thank you. 😁👍
Very clever adaptions to an existing trailer. Makes it so much more useful. Look forward to your further modifications.
Thanks, Greg, and thanks for watching.
@@baldeagle242 i have been subscribed to your channel for a while now. Watching from Queensland Australia.
@@gregmaxfield4405 That's awesome! I have always wanted to take a trip to Australia.
@@baldeagle242 i have a couple of favourite channels, including yours, Chickanic, Mustie1, Cutting Edge Engineering here in Australia.
@Chickanic is on fire! I have been a sub on her channel since she was at 300'ish subs and didn't post for over a year! She has the skills and personality to explode on TH-cam! (Far beyond what she already has!) I have the skills and I'm working on my personality. ;-) LOL
I agree with N English the one thing that I would do differently is to us shrink tube over the ends of the cut end and cable. Because of where I live in the desert the tap gets all sticky but you can always do what the old fisherman did and just take some PVC glue and coat the tape and it will melt it together and make water proof. Keep up the good work.
Those tube frame trailers are super rigid and really strong. I had one from Tractor Supply a 6x8, wish I never sold it. I'd put my Can Am 650 back there and it trailered it like nothing. Really smart ideas, subbed and enjoy the channel.
Thank you
So you could put a riding mower on your trailer with no problem? I’m looking to get a trailer and wasn’t sure of the size I needed. Great ideas you have here👍👍
If you're looking for a trailer for a single riding mower up to about a 48" deck a 5'x8' trailer is a good size. You will have to fold the plastic chute up on the side but it will fit with room to spare. A 5.5' or 6' x10' would be overkill for a single mower unless you plan to have other stuff on the trailer with it.
@@baldeagle242 ...I like overkill 😂🤣. Never can tell when you may need it😄
I'm the same way. I used a 5x8’ for many years but always ran into issues with things that wouldn't fit. The 5.5x10’ foot trailer is a good size and pulls well with my Jeep.
I cannot seem to acquire enough trailers, right now I have 5. I will be trying some of these mods. Nice, no fluff video, keep up the good work!!!
Thank you! I tend to accumulate them as well.
This video was recommended to me by YT. I didn't expect this to be nearly as informational as it was. These are all excellent tips! I'm definitely going to implement these upgrades on my trailer. Thanks for the info!
You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
Some very good stuff here. I especially like the auxiliary Jack idea, I’ve always used a couple of Jack stands but this is much handier. OBTW those deck boards are called 5 quarter in the trade not 5 fourths.
Thanks, Cory. The stands mounted on the trailer come in very handy. I'll remember that about the boards next time. 😁👍
I've been working around the idea of a hydraulically operated log arch... It would have to be above the rail to get the correct leverage for the hydraulic cylinder.
The gate lift is INCREDIBLE!!!
Thank you, Alen.
Great job there Sir.
I am just wondering if you had put PVC pipe over the springs would it help anything like rubbing and or rattling inside the tube rails.
I really appreciate your ideas on this project.
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I've seen that done on some of the commercial kits. It shouldn't hurt anything.
The jack and strap things you welded on are pretty smart I’m going to do this on my trailer I’m fixing up👌🏻
I sure appreciate this video. Thanks for great tips and ideas on how to make trailers better.
My Harley-Davidson Trike needs some things for securing that you showed me.
I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching. 😁👍
Instead of using tape, use shrink tube in different sizes to make it thicker it'll last longer and doesn't undo from weather
That’s a great idea. Thanks for the tip. 😁👍
I use a port. 12 VDC winch on a Class 3 hitch insert & mount the receiver so I can use the winch elsewhere as well. Also have a skid mounted 3/4" SYP & 2x sealed & painted box w/ removable lid & tarp that I can use for over-sized brush & firewood hauling, plus we use it for moving pigs between farms. Not ideal for livestock due to the backboard ride, but it works in a pinch and keeps them contained. Also handy as an intermediate loading platform (with the suggested stabilizing jacks deployed) for loading steers & pigs up to dock height w/o needing a long ramp or dock; load animal onto trailer using the attached ramp, then fold up and back to appropriate distance & drop ramp to reach the higher load level. Works the reverse as well. Again, not ideal (gotta have somebody on each side who knows how to handle stock), but mother of necessity (and cheap)...
Hello from California....Thank you ....for sharing absolutely GREAT ideas I have a 12' utility trailer gonna implement several of your mods on to it! New subscriber!
Thank you! I’m glad to have you here. 😁👍
This is an excellent video providing great modification ideas. I need to do a few of these mods. I should ave done them a long time ago. Thanks for the great ideas and have a great Thanksgiving. 👍🏽🤠 11/23/22
Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family as well. 🦃
COOL video !! The only thing I would change is : Instead of electrical tape on the cables, I would use Heat Shrink in two (or more) layers. I love the Lift Assist !!
With the treated boards over the mesh how did you secure them?
I used stainless 1/4”-20 nuts and bolts with a large washer on the underside and a small washer on the top.
Storms just rolled thru here in SE NC. Lightning has passed so I'm on YT. Saw your video and clicked on it as I am doing bearing replacement on my 6x12 flat trailer. Great ideas, some that I had in mind doing already, but the little nuance tips of "the why to do it" pushed me to look at prices for the pieces you highlighted. Thanks for the kick in the ass to get my trailer in order. I really do need it to pick material for my 7x16 enclosed project and general chores around the property. PS: I also sub'd, so I will definitely be looking thru your other videos.
That's awesome. Thank you. 😁👍
Thanks a lot Mr. Bald Eagle and yes, you did give me an idea how to do a few improvements
to my 20' flatbed trailer and yes, even though Harbor Freight isn't what it u$ed to be, I'll p/u
a little welder like yours and copy some of you pretty slick tips - take care!
Thanks for watching. Let me know how it turns out. 😁👍
Of the ten best mechanical tips / inventions I have learned on TH-cam, at least 5 were from this single video!
That's fantastic! Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸
wow, loaded with good info for such a short video, I came away with a good half dozen ideas. thanks
Thank you, Sam! I hope to see you around on future videos! 🦅
I got tired of backing up and braking tail lights, so I moved mine to the lower sides of my gate. Works very well
I 've been lucky with tail lights so far. I will probably change their location if I do break them. The reflective white tape on the front side of the gate also helps tremendously with seeing your trailer when you're backing up after dark. Thanks for watching.
@@baldeagle242 I found LED taillights at O'reilleys that have a built in back up light. Just have to run a blue wire from the tow vehicle to the light. I suppose you could wire it to come on with the stop lights, don't know if that is legal in all states, LOL.
@@unclemikeb Thanks for the reply. That's one thing I've always wanted to do but never taken the time to make it happen. I think I need a part two to this video for all the extra suggestions people have left.
Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸
@@baldeagle242 magnetic flashlight that you can position on a fender or frame makes backing in the dark much easier.
Great video, you seem like a swell guy. Just a heads up please remove all you flammable storage cans away from grinding and welding areas. Fire extinguishers always a great idea when grinding and welding to. Thank you for the video. 😊👍
Thank you. I appreciate the concern. I'm honestly surprised there haven't been more comments about that. Thanks for watching.
If you can find it locally, black Locust & Osage orange are much tougher, denser, & rot resistant than pine, then comes white oak. Whether one of the rot resistant or treated pine, dry it first (especially the pine). Drill a fastener hole on each end 1/8" larger than the stainless bolts w/ lock nut used to secure, but then prime & paint w/ a high solids acrylic or epoxy (both very tough & will resist all but the heaviest gouging by heavy metal or stumps being drug off). Make sure your paint covers the end grain and inside of bolt holes especially, but also make sure the holes remain clear - you want the inner walls coated but not so tight as to cause the bolts to scrape it off on inserting. Once tightened down they won't move, but re-check every year to make sure the wood hasn't shrunk any more. If properly dried and coated it should remain dimensionally stable and last the life of the trailer (my white oak deck is 29 years old & the Daiche coatings "Roll Stone" I think it was called has only needed touching up twice (from dragging trailer sized oak stumps off w/ a backhoe).
I'm looking at buying a utility trailer, I've never owned one before. Found many videos where folks did something then recorded themselves talking about what they did and pointing to stuff already done. Your video showed so much without the non-sense, and brought me along for the ride. Thank you for this video.
I'm definitely impressed. Great upgrades. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for watching.
Every one of these ideas is well thought out and very helpful. Nice work editing, thanks for posting this.
Thanks for watching.
Great video with some awesome ideas. I really liked the anti-wheelie fix when disconnected from your truck. That was a huge idea. If I may be a little critical though about your use of wire rope clips... Notice you placed the saddle on the free end of the wire rope. The saddle goes on the live load and the U goes on the no load. Noted there's not a huge load involved here, but important people know the correct way to install these when they do have a significant load. Never saddle a dead horse, is the best way to remember this. Further, if ever rigging a serious load, always use two per connection. Again, probably not necessary in this case. Hope you don't mind a constructive criticism as this was intended.
I don’t mind at all. I had never heard this before I made this video but I’ve had lots of comments since. Lesson learned for sure!
Thanks for watching.
great video baldeagle, long tie fan......I've got that exact same Titanium 170 welder, and it is hands down best welder for your money. ive also owned the titanium 140 and its no joke either. Harbor frieght really went above and beyond with the entire titanium welding line. Also own the titanium pilot arc plasma cutter , if you are on a budget and need to get yourself going on some metal fab. go titanium brand and i promise you will not be disappointed. it will handle production workload too, its not no pussy shit welder, but hell if you feel like letting everyone know how big of a jack-ass you are go right in and get yourself a hobart or miller. nothing wrong with thosed machines, just seems stupid to throw thart kind of money around when youy can get a just as capable, if not more capable piece of equipment with titanium. Go with the ninja turtle green babyy
I couldn't agree more. I weld maybe 8-10 times per year. I see no reason to buy anything more than this. I consider myself an “average beginner” and this welder is super easy to set up and start welding right out of the box. I had planned to set it up with gas but have found the flux core to be adequate for everything I've needed so far. I haven't fired up my stick welder once since I got this one. Thanks for watching. I hope to see you around on future videos. 😁👍
I always depended on my older brothers for suggestions and advice like this. Now that they are gone, I've missed having access to their ideas. You sir, are a treasure. You have a new subscriber. Thank you!
Thank you, Carol. It sounds like they were great people. I'm glad to have you here.
That trailer was like a Christmas tree you kept hanging the stuff on there
You’re not wrong. 😂
Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
You are pretty amazing to come up with practical solutions yo what would have been problematical issues. You are creative and can think outside the box. Your video is very educational as well as entertaining.
Thank you for the kind words, and thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
Your lift gate attachment was ingenious 👍🏻
Thank you.
Awesome video! I have an old 4 X 8 I'm preparing to rebuild... decking, rails, lights and wiring harness. Thanks for the ideas!
You're welcome. Thanks for watching.
Your cable system is really cool! I gotta do that! One thing though.... The attachment on the gate doesn't need to be any higher that the top of the rail where the spring in in a straight pull configuration. Above that point the cables are only pulling the gate towards the hinge and no longer in toward the rail. If this doesn't make sense, let me know and I'll try to explain it better.
Also, the pin through the wheel... GENIUS!
Thank you, Will. I appreciate the feedback. 😁👍
you can make a spare tire mount out of a spindle or old axle. That way you have everything bearings, hub cotter key ect ready to go.
+Chadrick Parrott, I've always thought about doing that but never followed through. It would make it very quick and easy to swap the entire assembly out. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸
Very good and practical ideas. I'll be adding a couple to my trailer. Are you an engineer?
No, my day job is a purchasing manager. This is just a hobby for me.
I have a 16' long x 6' wide boat trailer that I've turned into a generic hauling trailer. I used 2" x 8" boards to build the floor, then put galvanized sheet metal on top of the boards (screwed down) so things slide. I have chain/strap tie down points that attach to the trailer frame. On the sides I put the 2x4 metal brackets then built a 43" (width of sheet metal) wall around the trailer perimeter. Rear of trailer also has a loading ramp similar to the one on this video only heavier duty, and I used springs like he did. On the front pointed section I put an aluminum box, the kind you see in truck beds. I also attached a crank up wheel on the front trailer bar and added a bracket to hold the spare tire. I got the trailer free from a friend so this whole project cost me around $100 for wood, sheet metal and screws to hold it all together. The trailer was designed to hold a 2500 Lb Boat so it's pretty tough for big loads. I intend to use it to haul brush, move all kinds of items, and pick up landscape materials, mulch, rocks etc. My next task is to add the jacks on the rear so I can load without being hooked up to the truck.
Subscribed, finally some useful information. Great job on the video, I look forward to more.
Thank you! 👍
Just one issue Sir. I would HIGHLY recommend that you mover your spare tire to the passenger side of the trailer to avoid exposure to traffic while dismounting/mounting the spare on the side of the road. Safety first as always. Don't need to get run over while disabled on side of the road.
I can't argue with that. Thank you for the tip. You will see it on the other side of the trailer in the next video! 👍
Good thinking ahead. His video was one of the best mod videos that I have ever seen. Very comprehensive.
@@baldeagle242 keep the tire far back to limit rocks bouncing off it, my rear window was shattered from a rock being kicked up, hit the tire and ricocheted into the glass.
@@akbychoice Thanks for the tip. I would have never thought about something like that happening, but I can see how it could. Murphy's law strikes again! 👍
Love your video! Several of your ideas I had as well...just couldn’t couldn’t get thought to action. Lol
What I did with the trailer lights is installed them into the fender so they wouldn’t get broken.
Thanks for watching. I'm hoping to make another video later this year with mods as you suggested. I'm not sure yet if I will move them or build a guard around them. So many projects so little time!
Good ideas and I like that the video moves along without the silliness (trying to act) that others do.
I added the small round LED's to the fenders so I could see that the trailer lights are working when driving.
Thanks for watching. My wife gets the final say on the editing. 😁👍
Well done. When and where can I drop my trailer off?
Great ideas, great video.
Thank you for watching. I wish I had time to do this for others. I've had a lot of requests since this video was uploaded. 🦅🇺🇸😁👍
Very smart ideas. Putting down feet can make it alot safer while loading/unloading. Years ago, my dad moved and transported his Bobcat on a trailer, someone disconnected the it from the truck, when he strared driving the Bobcat off the trailer, the front flew up and ran the trailer into the truck, putting a large deny/scratch in the trucks corner panel. Lucky no one around got hit, could have been way worse.
Thank you for watching. I had a similar experience on a smaller scale with a riding mower.
Great ideas and very well made video. Straight to the point
Thank you, Jimmy.
The jack stand idea is absolutely genuine!
Thank you. 😁👍
We have a big trailer just sitting and going to crap. I'd like to fix it up and so I loved your video for showing all these useful modifications and what can be done to a heavy trailer to improve it's utility, function and ease of use.
Thanks for watching.
Mr Eagle.. I love that title I have started the project and I had a couple questions. The measurement from the locking handle on the gate to the center of the post that is behind my single axle will well is 78". I saw in your video you laid the Spring on the trailer you said between the wheel well and the 1st posthe 1st post is that just a general thing because nothing is really done here in measurements.
It’s all general. I didn’t measure anything in this build. I had a vision in my head and adjust as I laid it all out.
Some nice ideas there well done. Cable clamps are always installed with the teeth onto the main cable so it spreads the contact point and doesnt damage it. Cheers.