Enthusiast III
5x8 Trailer build
- Thread starter Spud
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Off-Road Ranger I
Not yet, just got it on today. Hoping for a test run next weekend.
Off-Road Ranger I
Paint is done inside, since we ran out of paint last time I decided to use a gallon that was left in my garage by the previous owners of my house (bought it in 2011, looked old then, lol). Turned out to be a nice blue, got the trim done in light grey, and painted the floor with some tan paint that was also left behind. 
Off-Road Ranger I
Threw the queen air bed in, test run this weekend [emoji16] 
Nice. Hope it all goes well. We just had our first trailer trip. Don't get down when you find something isn't right or to your liking. Use it as a chance to figure out what will work and how to make it better. I had to snap my self out of it when out fridge craped out on day 2 and food went bad.
Off-Road Ranger I
No good! What I'll probably learn is that I can't stand the pintle hitch and will need a lock-n-roll asap, lol. I'm really curious to see how it does behind the truck, and how the truck does as well.
Off-Road Ranger I
Hello! I think the trailer was about 3700 in the end (roof fan, led interior light, windows, 4" lift, custom fenders, tongue box, trailer brakes, and the trailer is also an upgraded model with thicker flooring, undercoat, etc.
Off-Road Ranger I
So this weekend we drug the trailer around, went up and camped at Triangulation Point with other OB members. It was a success! We slept great, stayed nice and warm. The suspension is way too stiff right now, but before I go changing things we're going to build out more of the trailer as we'll be adding weight. The next project will be the side slide out kitchen, and bed frame.
I included a picture of Triangulation Point on a nice day, we woke up to a great view of fog! I'm taking the picture from the same place in both believe it or not, haha
I included a picture of Triangulation Point on a nice day, we woke up to a great view of fog! I'm taking the picture from the same place in both believe it or not, haha
Sweet build! The trailer did great on the trail. I had a blast, let me know when you guys head up there again!
Looking to install my CB before I get out again.
Looking to install my CB before I get out again.
Thanks for the reply. Not too bad of a price considering upgrades.
Great trailer! Looking forward to more updates on the trailer. What are you thoughts on your truck? Is it comfortable for long trips? How about the back seat? Are you happy with how it does offroad? If you could change anything what would it be? What is your actual MPG city/highway? Were thinking about getting one.
Off-Road Ranger I
Thanks!
For long trips, it is really comfortable, our longest 1 shot drive so far has been roughly 400 miles and we had no complaints. Back seat, honestly not sure, we never have people back there. Off road capability is awesome, the factory rear e-locker and hill descent control is pretty good. It usually gets around 16mpg city or highway, the front bumper ruined the aerodynamics so that might have to do with why it gets the same on the highway. Pulling our trailer off road it gets around 12ish.
When we bought it we were in the market for a Tacoma, and accidentally stumbled on this at a dealership. Wasn't even on my radar to look at, if you compare them to a similar equipped Toyota they're much much cheaper. But that doesn't last long, my biggest gripe is the major lack of aftermarket, you pay more to modify them since there's not much to choose from. It's cheaper to outfit and modify a Toyota. I don't regret my choice though, it's been a great truck.
Off-Road Ranger I
Starting putting lights on the trailer, 2 on the right side, 1 on the back, and 1 on the left side. I need to wire them still. These were on my truck's roof rack. 
Off-Road Ranger I
Came up with a cheap way to stabilize the trailer, it's got so much ground clearance that I was having a hard time coming up with an affordable way to accomplish this. Works great!
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Off-Road Ranger I
You can get that tubing at Home Depot, I welded the bracket on the larger tube, had to add washers to keep the smaller inside tube from being able to bump into the body. I also welded the feet on the smaller tube. It's all coated so it won't rust but I had to grind some of it off for welding, hence the paint.
Off-Road Ranger I
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You could put the leafs over the axle and gain even more ground clearance!
Off-Road Ranger I
Lol, no way, the frame is already 2' off the ground. Plus I decided on this method of lift because I could keep the springs under, supposedly the short trailer springs will last longer spring under when they're being used off road. Something to do with minimalizing the front to rear torque on them, I guess if the axle is under the springs then it becomes a lever and twists them more.
