Blue Steel 2.0 Trailer Build

[Overland-Indiana]

So, I purchased this little dude on Craigslist for $120, couldn't pass it up.
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Brought it home and got to work on it. Removed axle, flipped it, installed all new bushings, U- bolts and hardware. Gained about 3in of height to even it out with my Jeep.
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You can see how much better it sits here in this picture. Also removed the sides since I am going to build a tub for it.
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[Overland-Indiana]

Come to find out the lug pattern on the trailer matches my Jeep. This made me happy! So, this is how it is currently sitting. Lifted, new bushings and hardware, new lights and wiring and new jack. Waiting on wheels spacers, sink, drawer sliders, 12v water pump, tank and other misc stuff to come in the mail. Keep posted for updates, this build is going to happen fast, I need to get it built this spring so it can be tested out and bugs ironed out by the Colorado trip of Summer 2018.
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[Overland-Indiana]

Put my Jeep spare on it, this looks sexy!! This is the eventual goal but will have to wait until funds are available for 2 more wheels and tires to match my Jeep...Rubbers aren't cheap!
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[Bueller]

Are you going to extend the tongue?


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[Overland-Indiana]

Are you going to extend the tongue?


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Hadn't planned on it...But, I keep getting asked that. Is there an advantage to that?

 

[Bueller]

Hadn't planned on it...But, I keep getting asked that. Is there an advantage to that?

Easier to back up as well as a bit better turning tighter turns


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[Overland-Indiana]

Easier to back up as well as a bit better turning tighter turns


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It is something I am going to consider. I have been asked numerous times, so it must be worth looking in to.

I did just order my sink, tank and pump for on-board water.

 

[Overland-Indiana]

An update... Got the sides and top built and awning mounted. Stained the sides, still need to remove top, stain it, clear coat it and paint hinges. It is coming along nicely!
Also has 31 10.5 15 BFG AT to match my Jeep (even has same lug pattern)

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[Overland-Indiana]

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[chrispartida]

Really cool build. I definitely would have bought that for $120. Good eye!


-CP TACO
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[Overland-Indiana]

Loving where this trailer build is going...

On board water *Check
On board power *Check
Mount sink *In Progress
12v outlets *In Progress


Some trailer pics from the other day!
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[4wdAdventures]

Looks great, definitely a good deal


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[MagnoliaOverland]

What are the dimensions of your trailer? I'm looking for a bargain buy like this.

 

[Overland-Indiana]

What are the dimensions of your trailer? I'm looking for a bargain buy like this.

The box is 45x73. Not sure of wheel base or length, iv'e never measured.

 

[300WMTUCK]

Great build you have here. Where did you mount your on board water and pump?

 

[Overland-Indiana]

Great build you have here. Where did you mount your on board water and pump?

Inside the bed all the way to the front, trying to keep good tongue weight.