So, I was planning on building an enclosed utility trailer with a rack on top for a RTT. I starting looking for harbor freight trailer modifications on the web and ran across this site.
I then showed the teardrops to my better half and we've both jumped on the idea. Thanks to all the contributors here, I've yet to have a question that hasn't been answered in a search. I'm sure I'll have some through the build though.
We're starting the project this weekend and I figured it was time to join the board and start a build thread.
We're starting with a 4x8 HF trailer I've had for a while, extending it to a 5x8 base (wheels under the body) and using the generic benroy plans as a guide with some modifications.
The idea is to sandwich some drawer storage on the 4x8 platform that surrounds the fenders with 6" extensions and then create a flat 5x8 on top of the drawers (over the fenders) as the benroy base.
I'm extending the tongue to make room for a way too large tongue box I already have (tool box off an old truck) and I'm trying to keep my budget under $1500 total for phase 1. Haven't decided on all the changes for phase2 yet, but it will involve a larger axle, improved suspension and more height for some off road capabilities.
I'll get my drawings and some pictures up this weekend.
Thanks again to all for the information here, incredible group!