Off road trailers

[quebeczuk]

Just tought it would be nice to centralize info about off-road trailers.

So post your links and pics

Some PBB threads:

Trail trailers are they worht the PITA?? (http://www.pirate4x4.com/forum/showthread.php?t=657864&highlight=trailer)

What has 24" of clearance, 37" tires & is almost ready? (http://www.jkowners.com/forum/showthread.php?p=5072&posted=#1post5072)

[ShoxX]

Good info in there. I've been kicking the idea of making one for awhile now. Especially since starting a family last year. I've had my eye on one of these (http://cgi.govliquidation.com/auction/view?id=1863468&convertTo=USD). I really like the idea of the base they're at being 15min from the house:D

[quebeczuk]

You probably won't tow that with a zuk. :D

[ShoxX]

I'm not sure you could tow anything with a zuk and like doing so.:grinpimp: But I'll have it behind an Xterra so it shouldn't be too bad.

[mopar monkey]

i'm considering making an off road trailer out on an old truck bed, i'd put a camper shell on it, a small propane furnace and insulate it well, think i'll also put a sway control with a quik disconnect so it's not wondering on the freeway and will articulate offroad.would be cheap, easy, and could be pretty cool.

[Elwenil]

I'm not sure you could tow anything with a zuk and like doing so.:grinpimp: But I'll have it behind an Xterra so it shouldn't be too bad.


I think you better do more research. The M332 ammunition trailers are VERY heavy for what they are and even have air over hydraulic brakes on them. They generally weigh in at 2,800 lbs empty and are set up to be towed by a much larger vehicle than your little Xterra. If you tow it, it will be nose down and have too much tongue weight and be very unstable. Not to mention you will have no way to control the brakes.

[ShoxX]

I think you better do more research. The M332 ammunition trailers are VERY heavy for what they are and even have air over hydraulic brakes on them. They generally weigh in at 2,800 lbs empty and are set up to be towed by a much larger vehicle than your little Xterra. If you tow it, it will be nose down and have too much tongue weight and be very unstable. Not to mention you will have no way to control the brakes.



humm is that right?? I wanted to go by the base and look at one before I bought it so I probably would have figured it out then. I was looking for one like that since my trailer rides nose up since I have 4" of lift. But the weight will be an issue so I guess I'll look for something lighter.

[shawn t]

I have one of these: http://www.jumpingjacktrailers.com/.

Somewhat limited in off road use because of width and limited wheel travel but excellent for a base camp and can be used for a variety of other tasks.

Mine has been down Baja twice including many miles of seriously rough roads with no problems.

The tent itself is a real 4 season design with heavy, water repellent marine canvas and a simple frame system that holds up very well in high winds.

Not cheap but I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one.

I have some pics if a red star member wants to post them.

[mopar monkey]

How Much Do Those Run $ Wise? It Looks Very Versital




i Have One Of These: http://www.jumpingjacktrailers.com/.

Somewhat Limited In Off Road Use Because Of Width And Limited Wheel Travel But Excellent For A Base Camp And Can Be Used For A Variety Of Other Tasks.

Mine Has Been Down Baja Twice Including Many Miles Of Seriously Rough Roads With No Problems.

The Tent Itself Is A Real 4 Season Design With Heavy, Water Repellent Marine Canvas And A Simple Frame System That Holds Up Very Well In High Winds.

Not Cheap But I Wouldn't Hesitate To Buy Another One.

I Have Some Pics If A Red Star Member Wants To Post Them.

[shawn t]

$5K new. I've seen used ones for $3K+.

[newimage]

Check out my junk www.offroadtrailerz.com

[trev0006]

good info, thanks

[bmc69]

My trailer...on 38.5s. Heavy..holds a lot.

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/231444/fullsize/dsc00835.jpg

[5150 Jeep]

Aluminum Jeep Trailer (http://varozza4x4.com/jeeptrailers.aspx) if you want to go lightweight

[fatboyf150]

My trailer...on 38.5s. Heavy..holds a lot.

http://www.supermotors.net/getfile/231444/fullsize/dsc00835.jpg

now this is a damn nice rig. looks real good dood.

this is my dream trail trailer www.tentrax.com

[quebeczuk]

Not a trail trailer but a regular 4x7 I built and put my Autohome on.

http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk288/grendesb/Forum/Tente-4.jpg?t=1218645378

http://i283.photobucket.com/albums/kk288/grendesb/Forum/Tente-3.jpg?t=1218645519

I'm gonna sell this trailer and build one on 31-33 with integrated water tank, cooler rack, etc.

7ft is quite long though.

[AddictedOffroad]

I built this one out of spare stuff around the shop:

http://www.toyotaholics.com/support/files/scotty/20080731162959_PICT7989.JPG

http://www.toyotaholics.com/support/files/scotty/20080731163047_PICT7991.JPG

Its only 48"x36" on the box + the front tool box, but then again I am towing it with a built Toyota 4runner on 35's with the 3.0L. I needed something light for camping gear. Its incredibly basic, works and tows great. It will have 35s and matching wheels on it by next week.

I've even thought about building these for customers at around $1500-2000 Each.

http://www.toyotaholics.com/support/files/scotty/20080726063809_PICT7959.JPG

[snydercj7]

Here is my rig a couple day's into the Mojave Trail.

http://i140.photobucket.com/albums/r31/snydercj7/mojave%20trail%2008/IMG_0018.jpg

[InstaGator]

I built this one out of spare stuff around the shop:

http://www.toyotaholics.com/support/files/scotty/20080731162959_PICT7989.JPG

http://www.toyotaholics.com/support/files/scotty/20080731163047_PICT7991.JPG

Its only 48"x36" on the box + the front tool box, but then again I am towing it with a built Toyota 4runner on 35's with the 3.0L. I needed something light for camping gear. Its incredibly basic, works and tows great. It will have 35s and matching wheels on it by next week.

I've even thought about building these for customers at around $1500-2000 Each.

http://www.toyotaholics.com/support/files/scotty/20080726063809_PICT7959.JPG

That seems to look perfect for multi-use. Not to big for the trails, but big enough to carry the gear needed for extended trips.

[rckjeep]

I bought this from a friend and made a few slight mods. I added the gas can, the jack, handle and rack. Oh and matching 35" MTR's I wish it was bigger but it works great and plus I store my camping gear in it. It's pretty much add food, hook it up and go.
http://www.nor-calrcrc.com/albums/album05/acb.sized.jpg

[tacomamike]

Just tought it would be nice to centralize info about off-road trailers.

So post your links and pics

Since I have a truck bed I don't really need the trailer for camping gear. I built it mainly for trail projects, but it also works well for those times you might want to take a bunch of firewood out to the desert. Wheels, tires, etc. are all the same.

http://www.sn4wd.com/albums/album334/abg.sized.jpg

Regards,
....Mike

[quebecsamurai]

Some link to cool stuff.

Aussie camper trailer manufacturer link page not all off-road but. (http://www.ozebook.com/campertrailer/online.htm)

IH8MUD Trailer Tech page, Lots of off-road trailer and camper trailer. (http://forum.ih8mud.com/trailer-tech/)

[Downunder]

Here's a link to a popular Aussie model.

http://www.kimberleykampers.com/

Al

[Air Sierra]

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o138/airsierra/trailer008-1.jpg

[Rock Ape]

Arent you supposed to have yellow star to sell your stuff here???

Rules is rules!!!

[BlueGerbil]

http://www.liska.de/bilder/tentrax_16.jpg

[Patrol]

http://www.liska.de/bilder/tentrax_16.jpg

Jan, alter Angeber:flipoff2:
Gruß
Karsten

[Jeepin Jason]

I have tinkered with this one for the last 15 years....

It is a SOA M416 with a 3dogcamping.com tent on it.

http://inlinethumb13.webshots.com/43212/2059087140044626909S600x600Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2059087140044626909Hdwrrx)

http://inlinethumb40.webshots.com/43559/2423212580044626909S600x600Q85.jpg (http://rides.webshots.com/photo/2423212580044626909zltYGp)

[Torch2815]

Picked up a trailer(CDN M101) for wheeling and camping the other day...already started the mods...
http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f379/Torch2815/P1020868.jpg


and Now

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f379/Torch2815/P1020871.jpg

[Snowrydr01]

Since I have a truck bed I don't really need the trailer for camping gear. I built it mainly for trail projects, but it also works well for those times you might want to take a bunch of firewood out to the desert. Wheels, tires, etc. are all the same.

http://www.sn4wd.com/albums/album334/abg.sized.jpg

Regards,
....Mike

Are you slowly trying to steal that trail?

[Colorado Ron]

Are you slowly trying to steal that trail?

HAHA. I was thinking the same thing!

[tacomamike]

Are you slowly trying to steal that trail?

Nope, just helping move it from point 'A' to point 'B' to keep the county and the forest service happy. :D

Regards,
....Mike

[Snowrydr01]

now THIS is a trailer

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/10/01/track-trailer-tvan-worlds-beefiest-camper-trailer/

[p14175]

This is my little pop-up. It's sitting on 33" tires. It has a queen size bed, a dressing area with a hard floor and an 8-ft ceiling, a huge storage tub under the bed thet you can get to whether the tent is up or not, an ice chest and storage box on the tongue, and it has a full length skid plate underneath the tub. There's also a zipper on the front of the tent that allows you to get into the ice chest from inside the tent -- in case of bad weather. The trailer was made by the VenturCraft company back in the 90s.

[p14175]

I found this little trailer. This is way cool because the top can also be used as a boat. VenturCraft, the company that made my trailer, started out making motorcycle trailers similar to this one.

http://bayarea.kijiji.com/c-Cars-vehicles-Other-QUICKCAMP-SLEEPER-BRAND-NEW-ON-MARKET-1995-Carmel-Valley-W0QQAdIdZ70754925