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SAR_Squid79

01-03-2009, 12:12 AM

Okay guys, you're gonna have to bear with me on this one.

I am in the process of preparing a full article for 4WD Toyota Owner Magazine about my trailer build. I don't want to post too much here until after the article. But I PROMISE this write up will eventually include specs, parts, costs, lessons learned, etc, etc...

To be honest - even if I wanted to post all of that info right now, I couldn't! I have a box full of receipts and invoices that I haven't even sorted through. Plus all my thoughts, and opinions... This trailer is still a work in progress. As it sits right now, it's ready to hit the trail, but I have a long, expensive, complicated to-do list to accomplish before I will call this thing "FINISHED".

I designed the trailer all on my own. It has been built completely from scratch my my dad, and I. Once complete, it should have the same ride height, ground clearance, approach and departure angles, and turning radius as my Tacoma. In theory - it SHOULD be able to go anywhere my truck can go. Time will tell.

In the mean time here are a few pics of the evolution of my trailer. I am naming the trailer "Long Range Patrol".

http://img404.imageshack.us/img404/9770/longrangepatroldecalsg4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

The Symbolism:
The Arrowhead: The 36th Division was organized with personnel from Texas and the Indian territory or Oklahoma. The arrowhead represented their operation in Indian territory. It was originally approved on 12 November 1918 for the 36th Infantry Division. It was redesignated for the 71st Infantry Brigade on 7 May 1968 and redesignated for the 71st Airborne Brigade on 10 March 1969.

The Scorpion: This is the insignia of the "Long Range Desert Group" (LRDG) - The Long Range Patrol was one of the first special forces formed in WW II. Although part of the British forces, the Long Range Patrol was mostly made up of New Zealanders. In December 1940 British formed G Patrol, and along with the New Zealand R and T patrols made up what was now known as the Long Range Desert Group. In January 1941 they were joined by more British in Y Patrol, and Southern Rhodesians in S Patrol.

The "R": Symbolizes both "TRD" and "TTORA" in honor of the trailer being towed by my sweet ass Tacoma.

The Evolution:

http://img114.imageshack.us/img114/6201/0011eu7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/6250/01212zs5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img114.imageshack.us/img114/443/02121xf8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img367.imageshack.us/img367/1261/02424mi1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img114.imageshack.us/img114/3360/trailer2akx5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img262.imageshack.us/img262/3608/trailer4aoj6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/9312/img0669a.jpg (http://img144.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0669a.jpg)

When it's done, I'm plan to have on-board:

10 Gallons of Gas
25 Gallons of Water
Refridgerator
Self-sufficient electrical power
Camp Shower
Roof Top Tent
Awning
Storage
Cooking Area
Flood / Work lights

My goal is that when this trailer is fully outfitted I can hook 'er up, head deep into the back-country and be completely self sufficient, and relatively comfortable (no gas stations, no 7Elevens, etc.) for 7 - 10 days.

In the mean time - while I'm still getting all my info organized - I'm happy to answer any specific questions about parts, sources, measurements, etc...

MERCER FABRICATION

01-03-2009, 03:16 AM

that thing is cool. i have no need for one but it definetly looks fun to build and design. congrats on the magazine article,that will be cool to see.

will it carry an extra spare tire also?

how thick is the main support square tube/tounge and why did you choose to make it that long?

mudferret

01-03-2009, 09:01 AM

Wow! Nice trailer build. Amazing how much comfort and convenience fit into that tiny footprint. The only thing that jumped out at me was the struts for the lid being on the outside; any reason they're on the outside rather than inside?

crc

01-03-2009, 09:02 AM

Self sufficient for 7-10. That's awsome. I'm interested to see how much this thing is going to set you back.

Bloo

01-03-2009, 10:02 AM

I've been watching/enjoying this build up for a while. Well thought out!

It appears that the trailer tires/rims are the same size as those on your truck and could serve as additional back-up to your truck-mounted spare; is that purpose-built to provide spares for the truck? Now you just need a pintle mount and a M-240G....

You are one detail-oriented builder -- must've been an HT early in your career -- great job! But if you're really going to be self-sufficient for days on end though, you'll need one of these... :D
http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp22/TangoBlue/rp_box.jpg

TEJASYOTA

01-03-2009, 10:25 AM

One great trailer...I can't wait to read it on hardcopy!
Great work!

SAR_Squid79

01-03-2009, 11:36 AM

will it carry an extra spare tire also?

how thick is the main support square tube/tounge and why did you choose to make it that long?
Right now the trailer's spare is sitting inside the trailer. For the interim, I will put the trailer's spare up under the truck in the stock spare location when I hit the trail, but I'm planning to have CBI build me a swing-away spare carrier for the rear of the trailer.

The trailer tongue is 1/4" wall, 2" inner-diameter HD tubing that runs the length of the trailer. We did that for overall rigidity of the trailer, like the keel of the ship. The tubing also serves as front & rear receivers. That way, if I ever need to be recovered from the rear with the trailer hooked up, it will be much stronger.

Here you can see the rear recevier:

http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/3461/trailer1a1nt5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

The only thing that jumped out at me was the struts for the lid being on the outside; any reason they're on the outside rather than inside?
The way we built the lid, it was much easier to mount them to the outside. They perform the same either way, it would have just been a PITA to mount them inside... The lid design is one of the things I'd change if I had to do it over.

It appears that the trailer tires/rims are the same size as those on your truck and could serve as additional back-up to your truck-mounted spare; is that purpose-built to provide spares for the truck?

... if you're really going to be self-sufficient for days on end though, you'll need one of these... :D
http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp22/TangoBlue/rp_box.jpg
The trailer's wheels and tires are BFG M/T's (33 x 10.50 R15) on Wheeler's 15x8 black steelies, 6 on 5.5 lug pattern. So the trailer's tires, and the truck's tires are interchangable.

And instead of a pintle hitch, I went with a Lock 'N Roll hitch (303 & 212):
http://www.locknroll.com/

...and I love the lunch box! Is that yours? The Rat Patrol was one of my favorite shows when I was a kid! I had my go-kart all decked out like a Rat Patrol Jeep... :D

Valkyrie

01-03-2009, 11:49 AM

http://i394.photobucket.com/albums/pp22/TangoBlue/rp_box.jpg

Anyone remember this?

http://www.showrods.com/images/all_kustom_cars1/daktari_jeep_sticker1

Great build Jamie!

mudferret

01-03-2009, 12:27 PM

Anyone remember this?

http://www.showrods.com/images/all_kustom_cars1/daktari_jeep_sticker1

Great build Jamie!

I like those trucks, almost bought a J10 a few years ago, but decided I didn't have the time/money/experience to build anything at the time. Now I lack the time/experience ;)

SAR_Squid79

01-03-2009, 01:20 PM

Self sufficient for 7-10. That's awsome. I'm interested to see how much this thing is going to set you back.

Well - that's the thing. I'd really love to have an AT Chaser, but the BASE PRICE with no amenities is like $9000! :eek: As my trailer sits right now, I've probably got about $1500 - $2000 or so in it. ...but of course - I got the Roof-Top-Tent for free!

Iggy

01-03-2009, 03:43 PM

Looks great. Do you bike at all? maybe add a bike rack ontop of the trailer or a kayak holder. that way u can fish and eat

02tacotoy

01-03-2009, 06:50 PM

Great build. I look forward to getting my 4wdto mag

Stealth 4x4

01-03-2009, 08:08 PM

Excellent write-up and build. I can't wait to get the full details and photos. I helped out a little bit on a similar build my father-in law completed in the 90's when he built his jeep trailer from the ground up. His had a platform top with two fold-out extensions and a canvas canopy-type cover that resembled the old covered wagons. Really cool and one-of a kind, but the aluminum poles and canvas tent took up about half of the space in the trailer! We both slept in that baby on a lot of hunting and camping/jeep trips though. You'll most likely ditch the moniker "Long Range Patrol" and start calling it "home" before you know it, you'll be using it so much. Yours looks fabulous, much lighter and well thought-out... and I know you're gonna put it to plenty of good use.

I looked at those chasers online, but the cost was just too prohibitive for my budget. Plus Mel and I have been getting by without a trailer and not pulling one does simplify things. But if I were a welder and machinist I'd probably still build one just because I could. Lucky you that your dad has the skills and is willing to help out. That's terrific! Maybe I'll get to see it on a run sometime in '09.

SAR_Squid79

01-04-2009, 02:13 AM

Maybe I'll get to see it on a run sometime in '09.

I'm taking on it's first official off-road maiden voyage next weekend!

http://img128.imageshack.us/img128/4676/1001936aoa4.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img370.imageshack.us/img370/7218/1001933lc2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

fire931

01-04-2009, 07:56 AM

that thing is truly awesome! you and your dad did a great job on it!! only question i have is how thick is the material on this sides/corners? just looking at it looks like those front and rear bottom corners would be prime for a rock hit...

Bloo

01-04-2009, 01:07 PM

Nice job! Looking forward to your report next week.

rigwelderstaco

01-05-2009, 08:33 PM

great build!!! ive thought of building a trailer, i just havent decided if i like the idea of having to deal with a trailer behind on me extended trips. course then again, it would be pretty cool to just unhook the trailer and basecamp is done!!!

excellent work!!

HBjeff

01-07-2009, 11:04 PM

wow man nice trailer! i love how you built it yourself, gotta respect that.

looks like you have lots of room on the tongue for a tire carrier too so it wont block the slick taillights.

how do those springs ride?

SAR_Squid79

01-08-2009, 12:09 PM

looks like you have lots of room on the tongue for a tire carrier too so it wont block the slick taillights.

how do those springs ride?

Actally there's not enough room on the tongue for the spare. For now, I will carry the spare in the stock spare location on the Tacoma, until I can afford to have Steve @ CBI build a tire carrier for the rear of the trailer. The trailer tires are 33's, and we purposely spaced the tail lights far enough apart that the spare can go back there without blocking the lights.

I don't know how well the springs will do on the trail yet. We'll find out this weekend.

Bloo

01-08-2009, 09:05 PM

:xpopcorn2

Iggy

01-08-2009, 09:10 PM

how about mounting something to hold a tire in the hitch location on the trailer?

http://img151.imageshack.us/img151/2978/tireim5.jpg

SAR_Squid79

01-09-2009, 10:02 AM

Yep - that's exactly what I'm thinking, and the CBI carrier swings down & out of the way:
http://cbioffroadfab.com/v-web/gallery/TIRE-CARRIERS

cabo john

01-09-2009, 10:16 AM

nice trailer & build. I would love to have a basic 4x4 trailer built.

there is only one thing that would make yours look better...if it was towed behind my truck. It would need to be painted black though:D

SAR_Squid79

01-09-2009, 10:26 AM

:lmao:

Iggy

01-09-2009, 01:46 PM

ArkieTaco

01-09-2009, 05:56 PM

Do you know what month they are going to release the article on the trailer? Very cool build also, can't wait to build one.

SAR_Squid79

01-09-2009, 09:36 PM

Do you know what month they are going to release the article on the trailer? Very cool build also, can't wait to build one.

No - since I haven't even finished it up, and so far have sent in NOTHING, it'll probably be a little while ;)

TEJASYOTA

01-11-2009, 10:07 AM

Looks great...are those LED brake lights bright?

I have been thinking of getting / making an off-road expo trailer.
So that I can still use my truck as a truck.
How much was the material costs?

And when will your build be published?
You know you could make instructions on how you built it and sell it.

edit: Never mind about the cost, just saw it in an earlier post.
$2,000 - -not bad.

Stealth 4x4

01-13-2009, 11:56 AM

Looks like it functioned nicely on your recent trip, Jamie. :kewl:

How'd you like that trailergate cooking platform? We've been getting lots of use out of our little "cooking area" counter space modification. Little things like that really make camp just that much more comfortable. Damn, looks like a great trip. We're about ready to bug outta Minnesota, since it's getting colder and since we got a call to go out to CA later in the month for a job. Guess we won't be making it into Canada and the maritimes on this trip. Gonna have to come back this way I guess.

How long is that trailer box frame? Long enough to run a set of longer leaf springs? If you're noticing a really stiff ride back there on the trailer, I'd suggest you look into longer leaf springs and then you look into shocks. Those short leaves are stiff and bouncy in general. That build my father-in-law did involved some old truck springs and it rode nice and flexy. But I'm guessing his had about 800lbs more weight in it than yours, since he overbuilt everything and used a lot of iron and plywood in his.

Looks great. Nice work. Man, I gotta learn to weld one of these days!

SAR_Squid79

01-13-2009, 11:33 PM

THIS WEEKEND:

http://img240.imageshack.us/img240/4395/1002048bi5.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/73/1001990wd1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img158.imageshack.us/img158/1964/1002035zx7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/5051/1002037nx3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img413.imageshack.us/img413/3551/img5345aqb1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

This weekend I took the trailer out for its maiden off-road voyage. It did about as well as I expected.

I pretty much beat the piss out of it this weekend (at least it felt that way). I almost dumped it on its side once, and hit a lot of rough spots in the trail faster than I should have. It rode, pulled, and tracked great. It seems to be very tough, and soild!

I think it could probably benefit from a set of shocks. Possibly longer springs as Stealth4x4 suggested. However - I'm confident that the trailer is fine as-is to be taken out on the trails.

The most important thing I need to revise before its next trip is the way I have my gear organized and secured. My system worked GREAT and has been proven time & time again when loading everything in the bed of the truck, but the trailer is a WHOLE different story.

I got lots of attention and quite a few compliments from others we encountered on the trail, and the Rangers. Overall - A VERY SUCCESSFUL TEST FLIGHT! :kewl:

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n89/SAR_Squid79/th_100_2047.jpg (http://s110.photobucket.com/albums/n89/SAR_Squid79/?action=view&current=100_2047.flv)

dtrujillo63

01-13-2009, 11:55 PM

Badass trailer!

slander

02-20-2009, 09:26 PM

Sweet trailer! On a side note you have some bald ass front tires, DAMN!

89silverpu

02-20-2009, 09:51 PM

Sweet trailer! On a side note you have some bald ass front tires, DAMN!

haha I was thinking the same thing!

Trailer is sweet!!

SAR_Squid79

02-21-2009, 09:39 AM

On a side note you have some bald ass front tires, DAMN!

:suicide:

hockeyplayer4

02-28-2009, 10:23 AM

i love how you have a trailer hitch on your trailer. i know its not for another trailer..but its good for a lot of other things. great build. very very nice

SAR_Squid79

02-28-2009, 12:51 PM

i love how you have a trailer hitch on your trailer. i know its not for another trailer..but its good for a lot of other things. great build. very very nice

I mainly put a receiver back there for recovery. In case I get my self into a situation where I have to be recovered from the rear and can not unhook the trailer.

http://img17.imageshack.us/img17/4361/tongue.jpg (http://img17.imageshack.us/my.php?image=tongue.jpg)

Notice how the tubing that is the tongue runs all the way through the trailer, and acts as a receiver at both ends. We did that for overall strength and rigidity, but mostly for strength and integrity in case of a recovery situation.

hockeyplayer4

02-28-2009, 12:54 PM

good call. looks great

Willman

03-01-2009, 06:37 PM

Smart idea Jamie!

Makes for a beefy recovery point!

;)

Johnnie

03-05-2009, 11:21 PM

Awesome build! I wish I had a dad like that.

Renaud33

03-06-2009, 10:21 AM

Sweet trailer! On a side note you have some bald ass front tires, DAMN!Thats funny. I saw the exact same thing and was going to razz him about it. Nice trailer Jamie!

Johnnie

03-06-2009, 10:37 AM

When I was in the navy I hardly had time for anything. How is it you're able to go out on expeditions, build up your truck and still keep your wife happy? Good job!

SAR_Squid79

03-06-2009, 03:57 PM

How is it you're able to go out on expeditions, build up your truck and still keep your wife happy?

I have a HUGE penis.

Johnnie

03-07-2009, 08:32 AM

I have a HUGE penis.

Maybe that's my problem. :(

I read that you're heading out on a deployment. Good luck, be safe and stay strong.

What year did you go into the navy?

SAR_Squid79

03-07-2009, 01:03 PM

what year did you go into the navy?

1998

Johnnie

03-07-2009, 03:31 PM

I went in from 95-98. I was in boot camp in January and it was freezing for a kid from Cali.

brinner

03-07-2009, 08:54 PM

I have a HUGE penis.

he's compensating for having a tiny dog :D (sorry, i had to)

SAR_Squid79

03-08-2009, 01:11 PM

he's compensating for having a tiny dog :D

Yes - now that you mention it, she likes the trailer too! :D

http://img144.imageshack.us/img144/9312/img0669a.jpg (http://img144.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img0669a.jpg)

01 Tundra

03-10-2009, 07:54 AM

The trailer turned out awesome man.....quit filling my head with ideas, I can't afford anymore projects right now :rolleyes:!

SAR_Squid79

03-10-2009, 03:08 PM

The trailer turned out awesome man.....quit filling my head with ideas, I can't afford anymore projects right now :rolleyes:!

I shudder to think of the awesomeness that you could build into an Expedition Trailer that would follow your Tundra!

I think you need to do that shit! :welder:

brinner

03-11-2009, 10:47 AM

i like the way it turned out!

Bear

03-13-2009, 10:43 AM

The trailer turned out awesome man.....quit filling my head with ideas, I can't afford anymore projects right now :rolleyes:!

And to think, I didn't even put in any tickets for that drawing as I never saw myself using such a tent. but seeing Jamie's results of his trailer, I am wishing I had.

That and I also have a different idea for the tent now as well.

I sure hope they are raffling another one off this year at the April fools run in Harlan like we did at take over!

Scuba

03-13-2009, 11:24 AM

Looks like a great expedition trailer, Rick was telling me about this so I figured I'd check it out.
Needless to say, I wish I had one :(

SAR_Squid79

03-19-2009, 12:00 AM

Here are a few shots from this past week out in Anza Borrego.

I added a storage box to the tongue to hold my chain, and wheel chocks, etc. I also reorganized and rethought the way I had my cargo secured. Camping Lab sent me a new double-thickness replacement cover for the RTT free of charge. The cover that originally came with the RTT was inadequate an was wearing out very fast. Camping Lab tents now come standard with this thicker, nicer cover. Also - this time I ran the trailer's tires at 10 psi, and that made a HUGE difference in the rocks!

This trip with the trailer was WAY better than the last! After 3 days & nights in the backcountry the trailer's stock went up a LOT of points! A few more modifications and this thing will be worth its weight in gold!

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/1256/1002306.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002306.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/558/1002221.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002221.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/807/1002222.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002222.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/4739/1002230.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002230.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/6865/1002252.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002252.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/7848/1002286.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002286.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/6678/1002311.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002311.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/6388/1002320.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002320.jpg)

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/53/1002345g.jpg (http://img207.imageshack.us/my.php?image=1002345g.jpg)

tacd44

03-23-2009, 09:45 PM

I just read this thread. Great trailer, especally your field testing, the most important part.

I don't know if you made a decision on the trailer spare tire yet. But, I recommend you attach it to the trailer and not to your Tacoma. That way, if for some reason, the trailer is towed by another vehicle the spare will be present and ready if the trailer gets a flat tire.

Mossyrocks

03-24-2009, 04:58 PM

Jamie I was gonna say your pile looks great... But now there is a pair of them so Ill say your piles look great.

and Im with johnathan, quit givin me ideas...

SAR_Squid79

03-24-2009, 05:24 PM

...now there is a pair of them...
:confused:

Mossyrocks

03-24-2009, 10:37 PM

truck and trailer... ya know... your piles :D

I guess the trailer would technically be a dingle berry...

crolison

03-25-2009, 12:47 PM

I guess the trailer would technically be a dingle berry...

Gotta wipe better man :D

indebound

04-01-2009, 06:13 AM

pray4surf

04-01-2009, 06:20 AM

Do you have a standard tongue/ball setup like a typical trailer or a special/military setup? Wondering if you went with something different because you're offroad with off-camber situations between the truck and the trailer.

SAR_Squid is out of the country (Stationed in Afghanistan right now - just left a few days ago) so your best best may be look/search here or the Expedition Portal forum for the answer.... Unfortunately, I don't know...

Willman

04-01-2009, 11:08 AM

Do you have a standard tongue/ball setup like a typical trailer or a special/military setup? Wondering if you went with something different because you're offroad with off-camber situations between the truck and the trailer.

He has a Lock N' Roll hitch like mine:

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f374/nicwillman/DSC02945.jpg

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f374/nicwillman/Moab%205-26-08/DSC04597.jpg

Worth every penny!

:)

indebound

04-01-2009, 06:18 PM

He has a Lock N' Roll hitch like mine:
Worth every penny!

:)

nice....Thats bad ass

luni

04-01-2009, 06:55 PM

Completely off-topic. We have the same bumper?

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/1256/1002306.jpg
http://i604.photobucket.com/albums/tt121/adam0245/Bumper/DSCN1246.jpg

Nice trailer. If I had a little less space I'd go that route. But with such a large platform and some smart equipping and packing I should be able to stay self-contained.

SAR_Squid79

04-04-2009, 11:24 PM

Do you have a standard tongue/ball setup like a typical trailer or a special/military setup? Wondering if you went with something different because you're offroad with off-camber situations between the truck and the trailer.

Yep - As Willman said I am using a Lock 'N Roll setup. PN: 303 & 212

www.locknroll.com

I love the Lock 'N Roll. It is expensive, but as Will said it really is worth every penny for an Off-Road trailer. I would have broken a standard ball hitch setup by now.

Completely off-topic. We have the same bumper?

http://img207.imageshack.us/img207/1256/1002306.jpg

Nope - my bumper is 4xInnovations
www.4xinnovations.com

luni

04-05-2009, 06:23 AM

Just sayin design wise:rolleyes:

So how's Afghanistanimation?

SAR_Squid79

06-23-2009, 12:49 AM

When I get home my very first order of business will be to install the electrical system, and a fridge in my trailer. For the electrical system, I've decided on going with a Minn Kota Power Center (http://www.minnkotamotors.com/products/accessories/battery/trolling_motor_power_center.aspx), plus a marine battery charger / tender. The Minn Kota Power Center says that it will hold group 24 & group 27 batteries.

Does anyone have the outer dimensions of group 24 / 27 batteries? I want to use an Odyssey battery, and I want to find the biggest one that will fit in the Minn Kota box.

Ebruddah

06-23-2009, 01:05 AM

Ebruddah

06-23-2009, 01:08 AM

I went in from 95-98. I was in boot camp in January and it was freezing for a kid from Cali.

There's a reason that place is called "Great Mistakes".... Shit, it hits 68 degrees and us Cali kids are scrambling for a fire!:D

SAR_Squid79

06-23-2009, 01:09 AM

So ummmmmm when are you getting home, anyways?

I'll PROBABLY be home in time to go trick-or-treating...

Ebruddah

06-23-2009, 01:13 AM

I'll PROBABLY be home in time to go trick-or-treating...

I would assume that would be sometime in the fall but shit we can't tell the difference here since the trees don't turn colors till late January here in So-Cal!

SAR_Squid79

06-23-2009, 10:06 PM

Mr Tacomi

06-24-2009, 08:15 AM

:bump: for an answer!

I know somebody has a boat with a marine battery...

Here's a battery group size chart:

http://www.rtpnet.org/teaa/bcigroup.html

SAR_Squid79

06-24-2009, 10:32 AM

Here's a battery group size chart:

http://www.rtpnet.org/teaa/bcigroup.html

AWESOME!!!
I searched everything I could think of trying to find a chart exactly like that... Couldn't find one! That's exactly what I needed!

Mr Tacomi

06-24-2009, 12:08 PM

AWESOME!!!
I searched everything I could think of trying to find a chart exactly like that... Couldn't find one! That's exactly what I needed!

Googled: battery group size specification

That lead to another chart on a guy's blog about his sailboat and all the things wrong with it from new... killed an hour, but learned a ton about sea vessels, rust, bad design... hopefully use some of that info later on... LOL!

Tdaz250

08-11-2009, 02:42 AM

Random question but do you have any interior pics of your trailer? or of your truck? i've looked through your pictures and dont see any interior pics of your truck of trailer :(

SAR_Squid79

08-11-2009, 07:58 AM

There are interior pics of my truck floating around on here. I have posted pics of specific things like where my CB's mounted, my gauge pods, the Scion / Sirius radio upgrade, my G.E.A.R. seat covers, and how I did my twin sticks, and the in-cab winch controls...

http://img150.imageshack.us/img150/885/1001910gl2.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/692/1002850ul6.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img301.imageshack.us/img301/3198/1002851wv0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img508.imageshack.us/img508/3045/1000580xn7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img213.imageshack.us/img213/4181/1000962hz3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img411.imageshack.us/img411/5546/gauges1sw3.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

http://img365.imageshack.us/img365/3053/1001121xp9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

I don't think there's really anything special about my truck's interior. It's clean, and there's lots of cool shit to play with like guns and SureFire lights... But next time I go out with the trailer, and I have it all loaded up, I'll snap a few pics of the inside.

SAR_Squid79

02-07-2010, 08:14 PM

Made some updates to the trailer today.

I moved the bottom mount on the gas springs about 5" farther inboard to give more lifting force under the lid. MADE A HUGE DIFFERENCE!
But then that made the lid open up higher, which neccessitated a grab handle and limit strap.
And finally - I received my Adventure Trailers Jerry Can Holders yesterday, and got them mounted up. So now I can carry up to 25 gallons of fuel, or 15 gallons of gas and 15 gallons of water, or various combinations there of.

PICTURES:

http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/8237/1002872m.jpg (http://img210.imageshack.us/i/1002872m.jpg/)

http://img19.imageshack.us/img19/2002/1002873o.jpg (http://img19.imageshack.us/i/1002873o.jpg/)

http://img15.imageshack.us/img15/2919/1002865o.jpg (http://img15.imageshack.us/i/1002865o.jpg/)

http://img222.imageshack.us/img222/5044/1002879.jpg (http://img222.imageshack.us/i/1002879.jpg/)

http://img37.imageshack.us/img37/4185/1002870f.jpg (http://img37.imageshack.us/i/1002870f.jpg/)

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/361/1002882.jpg (http://img38.imageshack.us/i/1002882.jpg/)

http://img515.imageshack.us/img515/4219/1002886.jpg (http://img515.imageshack.us/i/1002886.jpg/)

Bear

02-08-2010, 02:22 PM

SAR_Squid79

02-08-2010, 03:28 PM

Looks Great Jamie! it really turned out fantastic. I found a couple of true military trailers I am thinking about buying to flip. been meaning to ask you if think it maybe worth it or not.

offtopic: I am guessing you are back from the sand box?

Yes - I've been back from Afghanistan for about 3 1/2 months, now.

If you're talking about buying a couple of military trailers, doing Expedition builds on them, and then selling them, I think that could be a worthwhile investment. I think there are a few things that would definitely make or break the deal. If you're interested in my ideas, PM me.

My dad and I have also discussed building a couple of more of these to see if they'd sell, and be worth the time and effort.

snipershot

02-24-2010, 05:20 PM

id buy one for sure

SAR_Squid79

02-24-2010, 05:38 PM

Some pics from last weekend:

http://img251.imageshack.us/img251/4659/dsc00130l.jpg (http://img251.imageshack.us/i/dsc00130l.jpg/)

http://img52.imageshack.us/img52/2751/dsc00145go.jpg (http://img52.imageshack.us/i/dsc00145go.jpg/)

http://img51.imageshack.us/img51/7756/1002891j.jpg (http://img51.imageshack.us/i/1002891j.jpg/)

http://img13.imageshack.us/img13/8074/1002902o.jpg (http://img13.imageshack.us/i/1002902o.jpg/)

http://img186.imageshack.us/img186/3853/1002893.jpg (http://img186.imageshack.us/i/1002893.jpg/)

4x4Lamm

02-24-2010, 10:07 PM

Very nice rig, thanks for your service as well.

Mr Tacomi

02-26-2010, 12:06 PM

Jamie- where were you guys exploring?

Guess: mohave/afton canyon

drabnor

02-26-2010, 12:39 PM

Jamie- where were you guys exploring?

Guess: mohave/afton canyon

that's Anza Borrego!

pray4surf

02-26-2010, 08:24 PM

that's Anza Borrego!

I recognize the water tower at Dos Cabezos... Are the others from McCain Dry Springs?

Rick

SAR_Squid79

02-26-2010, 08:56 PM

Yeah - Dos Cabezas & Dos Cabezas springs. The southernmost part of ABDSP, just a hop, skip, and jump from the Mexico border.