Recent content by True North Overland

I’ve been meaning to do this for a while. There don’t seem to be many people building trailers that are also suitable for carrying dirt bikes. This trailer started life as a 5x8 utility trailer from Lowe’s. I upgraded to a 3500lb axle, flipped the axle under the leaf springs, sprayed the whole...

And now it’s this.

It once was this....

I haven’t seen many people posting anything about these little trailers so I thought I’d chime in. I picked one of these up in a trade deal and have been using it to haul dirt bikes for about 2 years now. Cleared the trailer in the deal so I started at $0. Over time it’s seen a few upgrades...

New Cooper STT Pros. Very happy so far. I chalk tested these and had an alignment done so we’ll see what kind of mileage I get out of them.

Thanks. The window vents work perfect. I’ve had them in during some pretty ridiculous thunderstorms and haven’t seen a drop of water come in yet. Keeps the bugs and rain out, and lets a little fresh air in. I’ve been thinking about a 2nd set that will just be bug screen though to get a little...

I’ve been meaning to take some pics of my trailer to post. I wanted a military trailer, but opted not to due to weight and the fact that my trailer is primarily used to haul dirt bikes. I’ll get some pics of it when I get back home and post them.

As of right now I’m shopping spare tire carrier ideas. It’s looking like my 5x8 utility trailer is going to get upgraded with its own roof rack and it’s own basket to free the basket on the Jeep up for the spare. We’ll see. I don’t care much for carrying it up top, but it’s the best solution...

I really like the idea of a sportsmobile if I ever find a way to hit the road full time. I just think they’re cool. Sent from my iPhone using OB Talk

Looks good! Gotta love an XJ. Sent from my iPhone using OB Talk

Equipment List: ARB 1250 Awning KC Fog, Spot, and Driving Roll Roof Basket Quickfist Clamps holding a shovel and full size axe 3in Rough Country Stage 2 RC Dual Steering Stabilizer 31x10.50 BFG KO2s for now 15x8 Procomp 252 Street lock gloss black wheels Smittybilt Seat Covers 3 in Foldable...

Figure it’s time to share my setup since most of it has been inspired by people in the community.