7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Sun Aug 01, 2021 5:46 pm

sharkbait8574 wrote:Hey @flboy! I'm glad to see you're still at it. Sadly, we're not getting much use out of ours due to the fat it's lacking ac still but I'm motivated (once again).
Hi. Good to hear from you. Air Conditioning is not an option at my house. My wife calls it a "life support system". It will be a game changer in terms of comfort as you well know. Take care.

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YouTube Video of 7*18 with 2ft V-nose Trailer:
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby NVCowboy » Thu Sep 30, 2021 8:25 pm

When you attached the drain hose to the a/c, did you drill a hole for it? My ac looks very similar and has a drain at the back of the unit that they don’t recommend removing because some water is good for the condenser. I thought about plumbing a drain to the plug and putting a petcock on it to control just how open it is. Then I was going to run it straight out like you did.

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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby onehoser » Fri Oct 01, 2021 4:06 am

My window shaker didn’t come with a drain, it was a splasher type system so i inserted a length of aquarium tube into the pan so i can use a large syringe to drain the pan before i move the trailer.
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Fri Oct 01, 2021 6:20 am

Mine did have a rubber insert. They are designed to sling cool condense water back on hot condenser coils to aid in heat transfer and efficiency, however, in high humidity environments like Florida, there is much more condense water and less evaporation going on, so they tend to overflow. For me, in Florida, I need to drain to not overflow since the unit is not hanging outside and would result in water inside.


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YouTube Video of Finished 6x12 Trailer:
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YouTube Video of 7*18 with 2ft V-nose Trailer:
https://youtu.be/MUcMM86LA2g
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby NVCowboy » Fri Oct 01, 2021 1:04 pm

Okay, thanks. NV is the Driest state in the nation. I’ll gamble on that and re-design if next monsoon proves me wrong.

Again, thanks for the help with this. If I never see foil tape again it will be too soon. Off to mount the unit in place.
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Fri Oct 01, 2021 3:13 pm

NVCowboy wrote:Okay, thanks. NV is the Driest state in the nation. I’ll gamble on that and re-design if next monsoon proves me wrong.

Again, thanks for the help with this. If I never see foil tape again it will be too soon. Off to mount the unit in place.



Very good! Yes, can always add a drain hose if needed. Just keep an eye on it.. don't want to be getting the shelf and etc.. wet.
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YouTube Video of Finished 6x12 Trailer:
https://youtu.be/6_-8cVdWUIA
YouTube Video of 7*18 with 2ft V-nose Trailer:
https://youtu.be/MUcMM86LA2g
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby hankaye » Sat Oct 02, 2021 10:33 am

flboy, Howdy;

Ran across this in my Sat. edition of my RV newsletter. Pertains to tires as we were
discussing them awhile ago and thought you might find interest in the read.
https://www.rvtravel.com/rv-tire-safety ... -rvt-1020/

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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby featherliteCT1 » Sun Oct 03, 2021 4:50 pm

The article Hank posted says:

" ... on the topic of Speed Rating, people need to understand that the test is designed for Passenger car tires and only requires a new tire be capable of running up to the stated speed for 10 minutes while running a reduced load of 88% of the tire’s stated max."

Yikes! I need to slow down!
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby hankaye » Mon Oct 04, 2021 8:47 am

Howdy All;

Ok, but, for the 'Rest of the story' the following paragraph reads in full;
" You should be aware that in 2002, both P- and LT-type tires had the DOT test and durability requirements significantly updated
and improved by requiring more durability for those tires. But ST tires only need pass the same tests as in 1970. Many consider this
increase in performance and durability desirable as it can be considered a measure of “quality.”

Good information should read the entire article as it covers LT (Light Truck), P (Passenger), and ST (Special Trailer) types of tires
main focus is on LT & ST types.

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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Mon Oct 04, 2021 11:52 am

When pulling my trailer, I tend to run between 65 and 67mph in the slow lane. It seems to be just about where most truckers are running, so I don't have to overtake slow vehicles much and it is not obnoxiously slow for people behind me. Seems to be a good speed. Never had any issues related to speed with my tires.

The article was informative. Thanks Hank.

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YouTube Video of Finished 6x12 Trailer:
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YouTube Video of 7*18 with 2ft V-nose Trailer:
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby hankaye » Tue Oct 05, 2021 7:58 am

flboy, Howdy;

I'd thought I'd posted this to your 'new' trailer thread, my bad.
I was hoping you'd notice that the ST tires haven't had their "Standards"
up graded since the 70's as you are planning to run something more for
off-road. More then a few folks refer to the ST tires as "China B0mbs" as
most are made in China and tend to come-apart when least expected
or wanted. Now with a 2 axil trailer I recommend them as the sidewalls
are stiffer to withstand the torqueing of a tight turns twisting BUUUT,
on a single axil you don't get the torqueing so you could use the tires
that suit your needs for OffRoading with your 6X12.
As always, Your trailer ... your choice. chuckle.

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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Mon Oct 25, 2021 1:08 pm

Breaking out the 7x18 for a trip to SC and GA for a few days with the Mrs.. It has been sitting all summer while I was away with the 6x12 so I have a few things to do before I leave ( It needs a little love). Main things needing done are to clean the awning and to wash down the roof and solar panels. While I am at it, I will replace the under awning LED strip (it was getting flakey last time we used it) and inspect the roof seals well.

I have never had this trailer weighed on official CAT scales, so I think I will do that also on the way out as well. If I sell this thing, I am sure potential buyers would want to know details.



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YouTube Video of Finished 6x12 Trailer:
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YouTube Video of 7*18 with 2ft V-nose Trailer:
https://youtu.be/MUcMM86LA2g
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby Modstock » Mon Oct 25, 2021 7:41 pm

Looking good.
Curious about those air tabs. Any noticeable difference with those ?

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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Mon Oct 25, 2021 10:32 pm

Modstock wrote:Looking good.
Curious about those air tabs. Any noticeable difference with those ?

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Not noticeable for gas mileage, but noticeable for handling. Big trucks no longer suck the trailer over when passing and more stable in crosswinds.

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YouTube Video of Finished 6x12 Trailer:
https://youtu.be/6_-8cVdWUIA
YouTube Video of 7*18 with 2ft V-nose Trailer:
https://youtu.be/MUcMM86LA2g
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Re: 7'*18' V-Nose Cargo Trailer Toy Hauler Conversion

Postby flboy » Thu Oct 28, 2021 2:46 pm

Spent the day cleaning and doing some preventative maintenance on the 7*18 for this trip. Gotta admit, much more comfortable than the 6x12, but just too big for getting way out there.. A great boondocker in terms of water, holding tanks, and power ( self containment), but has to be somewhat decent dirt roads with plenty of space to turn around and etc..

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YouTube Video of Finished 6x12 Trailer:
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