5x8 shorty, multipurpose build...

Converting Cargo Trailers into TTTs

Re: 5x8 shorty, multipurpose build...

Postby OverTheTopCargoTrailer » Thu Oct 03, 2013 9:50 am

WOW


"shoehorning all of my ideas into the 5x8 footprint was like fitting 10 pounds of sh... I mean potatoes in a 5 pound sack. "



I think you were very successful to get 10 pounds of potatoes into a 16 oz bag :lol: :lol:

Does the trailer not tip over if you sleep on the far side of the tent ? This almost reminds me of one of
Those Australian off road campers that fold out , but also sell for $35k

Enjoy camping :applause:
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Re: 5x8 shorty, multipurpose build...

Postby MountainBound » Thu Oct 03, 2013 12:30 pm

Thanks cornfused! Yes, the solar panels will be installed on the road side of the ct, where the ladder is in the pics.

OTT, I added stabilizer jacks to the ct, which have done a great job so far. As a test, I suspended over 300lbs from the cantilevered end of the rack with no signs of tipping. To be safe, I keep the 'fridge well stocked with 'beverages' as ballast! :beer: The addition of under-slung water tanks will provide additional ballast.
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