Trailer Project

[rallypanam]

Originally Posted by E350

Yep, that's what I am working on right now. I will be adding a stinger to my utility trailer's A-frame and welding on a Bullydog hitch coupler. which makes me wonder if I should be adding these to my completed projects:



http://www.amazon.com/Welding-Myself-St ... B00OX24SCW

No need to add the sign, one look at the welds on mine and it will be evident.

But, that said, my welds might be ugly, but I haven't had one break yet!

[rallypanam]

Heavy lifting is done.. Frame, rails, etc all welded and painted. Sheet metal sides and wood floor next weekend.. Then mount the jerry can mounts, propane tank, tie down points, and lights..

[E350]

Beautiful!

(You are way ahead of me. I am still on chapter 2 of the The Procedure Handbook On Arc Welding, pub. James F. Lincoln Arc Welding Foundation... I think I will order this latest project book vol. V (it has 10 trailer projects) or all five of the project books published over the years for $43?

http://www.jflfoundation.com/ProductDet ... ode=AP%2DV

[gcvt]

Looks nice all painted up!

[rallypanam]

Amazing what happens when I spend two weekends in a row at home.. Now all I have to do is install the ipe floor and wire the lights.

[rallypanam]

P.S. And some fenders, but that's going to be phase 2.

[BroncoHauler]

Originally Posted by rallypanam

... install the ipe floor...

Do you have sharp saw blades? I drooled over the idea of an ipe deck years ago, but everything I read said it was a nightmare to cut and drill.


Herb

[rallypanam]

Originally Posted by BroncoHauler

Do you have sharp saw blades? I drooled over the idea of an ipe deck years ago, but everything I read said it was a nightmare to cut and drill.


Herb

Yes. But might need to buy a new drill bit or two.. I was going to use regular old pressure treated but 1der wouldn't let me, forcing me to buy some lightly used ipe for cheap.

[1der]

Herb, we used lots of Ipe in our house remodel, both inside and out. Sharp blades and drill bits are nice. I found it actually is quite easy to work with. It is amazingly strong and has a beautiful tone. Make sure to coat the cut ends with Anchor Seal to prevent checking and splits. We did decks, balcony, vanities and even a shower curb/step. One thing to keep in mind is it is heavy and it is best to use a dust mask when cutting or planing.

Robb's trailer deck should look super sharp. Pressure wash and a maybe a very, very light sanding. When coating, only special ipe compatible coatings should be used as the stuff absorbes nothing. Worst things to use are varnish or oily type coatings. Just do not do it!! Use the good stuff - TWP Is a good one.

[boywonder]

Sweet! Ipe deck will be cool also.......nice welds and paint too!

....makes me want to re-do my crappy trailer, but I have a van to finish first.