Project 1: frugal squaredrop trailer

  • Metal frame

    Metal frame

    Welding directly on the frame of the trailer is not for the faint of heart. It comes with a lot of concerns about taking the right measurements and visually adjusting on some imperfections (any industrial product has anyway..). Any element must be precisely replicated in a set of two or four, and to square up…

  • To create, first destroy

    To create, first destroy

    There are a few elements on the original chassis that are really not needed in a camper trailer. The big side walls, the rear ramp, the 2×8 pressure treated slats, are for mods and parts to hack back into the new design.

  • Froog T1 – Iron Eagle Utility trailer

    Froog T1 – Iron Eagle Utility trailer

    Trailer has arrived! This heavy duty utility trailer is rated for 3,000lb of load and features a 3,500lb single axle with big wheels, a ramp, and a long tongue. It was delivered by my friend Colin who drove up to Anderson (CA) to pick it up from Trailering4u, one of the few dealers that carry…

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