Dinoot Trailer Builders

[mattjans]

Hi folks! Seems like there's a few Dinoot builders on the forum, but I didn't see a thread for general Dinoot topics, so I thought I'd start one. The Tventuring forums at Dinoot.com seem to be down again.

First question: Does anyone have a build parts weight list they'd be willing to share?

I'm planning right now and building this spring/summer. To be towed with a 2002 Chevy Tracker (2.0L 4-door). Still debating between the compact and extended J-series. I think we'll like the space of the extended, but that might lead us to pack too heavy. According to Scott at Dinoot, the weight of the extended frame is on 25lbs more, but I'm trying to milk every pound out of things build so our rig can pull off-road well. So I want to plan out the weight of the overall build to help me decide.

Thanks!

-Matt

 

[ArkansasDon]

I built a Dinoot last year (9 month build), their M416 style. My suggestion is if your concerned about weight & pulling, research your options of the materials used. Another is how long do you want this build to last you (actual problem free)? I have no wood on mine, wood is heavier than aluminum. Wood rots no matter how well you think you sealed it, aluminum wont rust or deteriorate. Aluminum cost more than wood but the life span is indefinite. Axle, leaf springs & type of frame will regulate your weight capacity which equals to your pulling ability to your vehicle. I have a 2000lb axle w\ Scotts soft ride springs & shock kit. Seems to me Scott's into wood floors. Mine, the floor is constructed of 3\16 " aluminum (which weight wasn't a issue to mine) & I applied a actual 2 stage catalyzed bed liner that will last dang near forever. You can purchase a great tuff strong 2 component catalyzed bedliner with spray gun under 200.00 or you can go what Scott uses a single system that is ground rubber that you roll on. IMO if your doing this as a one time deal, why "skimp" on the materials used. Pay Once, Cry Once or pay less & you get what you pay for w\ more work later on. I've read quite a few post on various forums & facebook comments on wood floor Dinoots were the owner are replacing them with 1\8" aluminum diamond plate. If I am going threw all my personal time to build a camping trailer the last thing I want is problems down the road of rotted floors, or coatings failing because of a system may work well on fiberglass better than actual wood. I've been putting on specialty coatings since 1974 (spray or manually applied). Matching the right coatings to the right substrate whether primer, or a all in one system to top coat & clear finish will dictate your longevity. The quality you spend will laydown your actual length of time its last. You can read my opinion or "my" review what I thought about the Dinoot kit. https://www.overlandbound.com/forums/threads/fiberglass-trailer.3387/

 

[mattjans]

Thanks for the aluminum floor tip, Don! I've been thinking about what might be better lighter than wood, so this is a great rec!

 

[Lajeepdog]

Hi folks! Seems like there's a few Dinoot builders on the forum, but I didn't see a thread for general Dinoot topics, so I thought I'd start one. The Tventuring forums at Dinoot.com seem to be down again.

First question: Does anyone have a build parts weight list they'd be willing to share?

I'm planning right now and building this spring/summer. To be towed with a 2002 Chevy Tracker (2.0L 4-door). Still debating between the compact and extended J-series. I think we'll like the space of the extended, but that might lead us to pack too heavy. According to Scott at Dinoot, the weight of the extended frame is on 25lbs more, but I'm trying to milk every pound out of things build so our rig can pull off-road well. So I want to plan out the weight of the overall build to help me decide.

Thanks!

-Matt

Matt, This is Lajeepdog, I have the Dinoot compact J-series (Buil Journal : An J-series Dinoot built with a rebuilt). The trailer is reinforce fiberglass ,2"x2" steel frame, 3500# axle, with jeep tires & wheels, an Tupia tent, electric brakse,TSC 3 axle hitch, rear bumper, 20gal water tank and lots of exters, It is under 1000# pack. I pull it behine the 2016 JKU Jeep just fine on jeep trails.

 

[mattjans]

Thanks for the info! Maybe this year will be my build year

 

[Charles_Alarie]

I am very happy with my compact j frame. I am getting ready to install an electrical/solar set up in the tongue box this weekend.

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[COExplr]

Scott, owner of the Dinoot brand, is selling his J-series demo. Check out the garage sale page on their website.
https://www.compactcampingconcepts.com/jeep-trailer/