-I LOVE THAT DOOR...!

IMHO:

The grey plastic handle is out of place, since you have the latches to handle the door... What do you think?

_I'm a FAN...!

 

When it would rain (or melting snow) the water would run down the back of the trailer and behind the door inside the trailer. The new weather seal should prevent that, but it could soak through the foam. I added a “Rain Gutter” to the back of the trailer to direct most of the water off to the side of the trailer. It’s just carpet trim that I flipped around and some silicone to seal it.



I also installed the “Camp” light that I bought months ago. It was the cheapest LED work light I could find, I got it at Northern Tool. When I first tested it (after I bought it) there were two or three LEDs that were not working. After installing it on the trailer and testing it there were a dozen LED’s burnt out, then every time I would power it up and turn it off more LED’s would go out. After a couple times more than half the LED’s were burnt out (over 25). This thing is JUNK!

 

I got rid of that POS, and installed the old HID back up light I had on the Turbo 4Runner. It’s overkill but it’s only around 30 watts, I’ll use it as a back-up light and to set up camp / get a fire started. For the most part I’ll use my camp lantern, and the multiple small LED lights that I will have configured around the trailer.

 

We’ve had a couple snow storms, and while the trailer was in the shop I wanted to make sure the tent was not getting wet. I really need to get a cover made, but the trailer needs plates and wiring before I can tow it anywhere.

 

As always, that looks awesome! You sir, have some MAD fabrication skills.
<--- Just a bit jealous!

 

Dang that thing kicks major ass. I cant wait to see that thing in action. Great work!!

 

Thanks! Even with the latches it's still nice to have a handle to open and close the door, I got this one for free so it will work.

Thanks, it's been a lot of work but it should be worth it!

Thanks man! Me too, I can't wait to take it out. At least it's getting close, I can finally see the light at the end of the tunnel.

I also got the lid made for the firewood bin / step, I need to finish riveting the diamond plate down and install some latches.





And how it looks with the front diamond plate section setting in place.

 

that is one sexy trailer

 

Like it can't wait to see it with fenders. Should pull nice. Whats the fastest you have pulled it(mph)?

 

Morena67 should have just said to paint the handle black to blend in.

 

absolutely amazing built. you are a true craftsmen. i love the fire wood box such a great idea

 

X2 ... Did not mind to disrespect ...

 

Thanks man! I figured it would come in handy, it will be nice for trash and dirty stuff too.

 

No worries, I always appreciate other peoples input! This thing is a total hodgepodge of parts, there is going to be things that look out of place but that’s why I like it.

 

Wow man, that trailer came out awesome!!

 

This trailer looks amazing.

Just wondering, are you going to have a shower system by chance?? What is the foreseen max capacity for this bad boy (in terms of days unsupported)? It looks expeditionesk. Is that what you are going for, or just a home away from home?

Either way, it looks incredible. I am asking because I am considering building one in the future (only I haven't decided between a tent top or a non tear drop shaped, but tear drop style setup.) I have also considered fab'ing a "camper top" for my 85 Runner. Something that opens up like an ARB setup, only built into a shell that replaces the stock system.

As always...I want MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

gosh i wish i had some of the room yall have for fabbing stuff! trailer looks awesome man!

 

How about a picture of it hitched to the runner.

 

Thanks man! I don’t plan on having a dedicated shower, but I do plan on having a water container and pump. It will work for rinsing off, washing dishes, etc. I only plan to be using the trailer for a couple days at a time, it’s more of camping trailer than expedition trailer.

I thought about building an off-road tear drop (and still want to) but it was more work than I wanted. It was also going to be a little heavy and overkill for what I plan on doing. The idea of having a fold out tent built into the factory style camper is sweet. I thought about it for a long time, I even looked at the Wilderness toppers, Flipac and AT set-up for ideas. If I had the fiberglass skills I would have gave it a shot, but I still prefer the idea of having a trailer with all my camping gear in that I can disconnect from the trailer and leave at camp. I’ve wheeled with a truck full of camping gear and it sucks.

 

Thanks guys!