First Build - 5x10 Benroy with Bed and Dinette Combo

[crpngdth2001]

First, a little about my intended design.

-5'x10' footprint on a 4x8 Harbor Freight trailer w. extended tongue
-5' sidewall height
-Drop floor to support a folding seating / bed / dinette area, much like the dinette area in a pop up camper
-Manufactured doors (2)
-Filon or Aluminum exterior
-Galley with slideout for cooler, counter, storage, water. I will not cook in the galley, but need storage - including port-a-potty
-Exterior table to attach to sidewall (removeable) for cook stove
-AC/DC power (Progressive Dynamics)
-Onboard Batteries and Propane
-Water heater setup for hot showers via external shower setup
-Heat and possibly AC, unsure of exact implementation yet

So far, I've built the bulk of the trailer kit (modifying for a dropped floor), moved the axle mount (spring hangers) back about 6 inches, and extended the tongue. Still need to attach the axle, pack the bearings, and paint the trailer before I get started on the real work. As you can see below, I had the silly idea to paint it first before assembling it, and somehow put it all together without destroying the finish - not my finest idea.

Without further ado - my progress so far (including the 4x8 work table I built).

[rebapuck]

It's a start. That's the hardest part.

[Danidog]

Thank you for posting the pics, it helps me visualize what I need to do to increase the tongue length on my trailer.

Regards, Dani

[Aramais]

looking good, would love to see more pics as you progress through the build.

[lthomas987]

I really like that weld free tongue extension on the HF trailer. Is that 2" square tube? That could be pretty easily retrofit onto a trailer if a person decided later that they wanted a longer tongue.

[crpngdth2001]

I really like that weld free tongue extension on the HF trailer. Is that 2" square tube? That could be pretty easily retrofit onto a trailer if a person decided later that they wanted a longer tongue.

I'd have to look back at my PO or measure it. As I recall, it was 2"x2"x3/16".

I'm actually now putting the trailer frame up for sale - it has been completed and I now have a clear Colorado title for it. I've decided to go a different direction.

[Gunguy05]

No updates in a while. Just checking to see how things are moving along?

[crpngdth2001]

I ended up selling the frame and am working on a new design with a custom off-road frame.