February 1, 200917 yr Author comment_313405 i like the look of that old green engine right at the front left of the trailerwe got a couple of those at my work they start up and everything! I had a massive clean up in my shed ready for the next project, Put away a lot of stuff in my storage shed look i can move now. Report
February 1, 200917 yr comment_313419 do you have a price breakdown on this sort of thing? I'm tempted to do it, but I'm pretty sure materials alone, even for a 2tonne GVM, so essentially useless trailer will be over 3K, theres a good looking one on ebay at the moment half done, but too expensive for me, second hand really is the way to go, but then you don't get what you want. your trailer looks the goods and I'm well impressed :cool: cheers, andy Report
February 1, 200917 yr Author comment_313441 do you have a price breakdown on this sort of thing?I'm tempted to do it, but I'm pretty sure materials alone, even for a 2tonne GVM, so essentially useless trailer will be over 3K, theres a good looking one on ebay at the moment half done, but too expensive for me, second hand really is the way to go, but then you don't get what you want. your trailer looks the goods and I'm well impressed :cool: cheers, andy I really have not kept a tally But these are estimates about $5000 axles springs alone were $2800 5 rims $100, steel $850 side sheets + folding $300 lights mudguards breakaway $366 new tyres on ute old on trailer $800 plus 1 roll of MIG wire and a bottle of argon $200 Report
February 1, 200917 yr comment_313450 must be a big bottle of gas haha, at least they last better than the pissy little $30 ones. your steel prices seem very cheap, i like it. might draw one up for myself and get some steal quotes, ive been quite happy with my welding of late, and mild is always nice and easy to do :cool: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi...1598%26_fvi%3D1 i was looking at that, whats your thoughts? might have to ask the question about the suspension and axles its running... Report
February 1, 200917 yr Author comment_313458 must be a big bottle of gas haha, at least they last better than the pissy little $30 ones.your steel prices seem very cheap, i like it. might draw one up for myself and get some steal quotes, ive been quite happy with my welding of late, and mild is always nice and easy to do :cool: http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi...1598%26_fvi%3D1 i was looking at that, whats your thoughts? might have to ask the question about the suspension and axles its running... looks OK I would add a few more cross pieces particularly where the wheels of the towed car sit. my axles are 50mm square side to side ask for pictures of the axles as that is mainly what you will be paying for, i have seen trailer stub's sold at super-cheap or sprints as in picture then people weld a pipe across to the other side. Edited February 1, 200917 yr by KE30_KE35_KE55 Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313587 hey and if you were worried about price of steel, theres always second grade, its the stuff that gets scratched and dented, pick it up for next to nothing, bit more labour in it as you get dents and scratches out, but if you have time vs money its well worth it looks excellent, well done. Travis Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313618 Few things that I noticed in this thread, don't try and mix 2 pac primer and acrylic base General rule of thumb is to keep acrylics with acrylics and 2pak with 2 pak. Some colours are clear coated from factory, others arent. Most, if not all 2 pak aftermarked resprays are clear over base. Not only does it help protect the colour, it provides depth and shine. The elctric brakes would have jacked up the price a fair bit, I still use over-riders on our car trailer with no dramas and If I was building a new trailer, would more then likely go with overriders for the simple fact that they are cheaper and easier, but still effective. The only other suggestion Id have for people building trailers would be to use the ribbon weave mesh instead of checkerplate, its alot lighter, just as strong and grippier. Id also leave the centre section of the trailer un-covered (can then double as a raised platform to work under if need be) as it also reduces the weight. Looks like it came up really good though, solid as an ox and should last you forever. Cheers, Chris Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313669 I think your shed is freaking awesome! I wish i had one like that, bet you hold a few party's in there. Congratulations with the completion of the trailer. Have you got a hotrod in the shed>? Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313683 Have you got a hotrod in the shed>? more info on mysterious hotrod hidden in the shadows in the middle of the shed please Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313729 i quote "its got springs rated at 3 tonne capacity.new from active fabrications" hmm, dunno whether this is worth it or not, ie, do i really need it...hmmm Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313774 *Talking to hotrod* Who are you?? I demand to see your face!! :cool: Report
February 2, 200917 yr Author comment_313865 Its not a hotrod a little too rare to do that to it, its the next project a 1927 Hudson brougham. Report
February 2, 200917 yr Author comment_313869 Few things that I noticed in this thread, don't try and mix 2 pac primer and acrylic base General rule of thumb is to keep acrylics with acrylics and 2pak with 2 pak. Some colours are clear coated from factory, others arent. Most, if not all 2 pak aftermarked resprays are clear over base. Not only does it help protect the colour, it provides depth and shine. Cheers, Chris I posted in here for help 12 months ago for my first 2 PAC project, I need to do a night school on painting or something , because for my next project I was told by 2 panel beaters to use 2 PAC undercoat and acrylic topcoat. as I mentioned above i bought this paint to paint a car however was told by a few panel beaters its more of an industrial paint, so perfect for a trailer, its got to last better than cheap enamel? Report
February 2, 200917 yr comment_313875 I posted in here for help 12 months ago for my first 2 PAC project,I need to do a night school on painting or something , because for my next project I was told by 2 panel beaters to use 2 PAC undercoat and acrylic topcoat. as I mentioned above i bought this paint to paint a car however was told by a few panel beaters its more of an industrial paint, so perfect for a trailer, its got to last better than cheap enamel? It is fine to do so, I think I asked my brother a few questions for you about it... Most newer car touchups are done in acrylic and they are mostly painted in 2pac. Report
February 2, 200917 yr Author comment_313878 It is fine to do so, I think I asked my brother a few questions for you about it... Most newer car touchups are done in acrylic and they are mostly painted in 2pac. I also bought a $89 painting book off ebay I'm still not enlightened need to find a painter to pick his brain. Report
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