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Winter Build

Postby Steve Frederick » Sat Jan 24, 2009 6:06 pm

I'm putting together a simple 5-by-10, based on the profile used for Peg's T/D.
I have enough left-over metal for the frame, some left-over ply, axle, wheels and fenders. All just collecting dust.
The plan is to build a basic unit, then sell it on E-bay.


The frame starts tomorrow..

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Re: Winter Build, Left-Overs

Postby Miriam C. » Sat Jan 24, 2009 7:25 pm

Steve Frederick wrote:I'm putting together a simple 5-by-10, based on the profile used for Peg's T/D.
I have enough left-over metal for the frame, some left-over ply, axle, wheels and fenders. All just collecting dust.
The plan is to build a basic unit, then sell it on E-bay.


The frame starts tomorrow..

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:D Now you remember to :pictures: :pictures: :pictures: ya hear! I sure wish I had enough left overs to make one. :D :thumbsup:
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Postby mikeschn » Sat Jan 24, 2009 7:34 pm

I wish you were building an optimized winter warrior with your left overs...

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Postby Juneaudave » Sat Jan 24, 2009 10:02 pm

:lol: I can hardly wait to see a simple 5 x 10 Steve Frederick design!!!!
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Postby Joanne » Sat Jan 24, 2009 10:55 pm

Juneaudave wrote::lol: I can hardly wait to see a simple 5 x 10 Steve Frederick design!!!!


I'm glad that YOU said that!! :lol: :lol: :lol:

I look forward to seeing the build!

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Postby Micro469 » Sat Jan 24, 2009 11:18 pm

I don't think Steve can do...Simple.... :R
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Postby 2bits » Sun Jan 25, 2009 2:20 am

That's a good idea! Looking forward to seeing it!
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Postby greg755 » Sun Jan 25, 2009 8:55 am

Hey Steve I sent you a PM.
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Postby RogHodge » Sun Jan 25, 2009 8:30 pm

Steve- I’ve read enough here to see that you are the man- :thumbsup: Following your build should be helpful- the more steps and details the better… and pictures, lots of pictures.
Will you maintain this thread throughout?
For those who would like to have a look I have a build journal and covet your feedback.
http://www.tnttt.com/viewtopic.php?t=33547
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Postby Steve Frederick » Mon Jan 26, 2009 7:21 am

RogHodge wrote:Will you maintain this thread throughout?

I usually do, until I get the feeling that I'm boring folks.
If I stop posting here, I still have build journals for all of my stuff, HERE.
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Postby Rick Sheerin » Mon Jan 26, 2009 5:07 pm

Steve Frederick wrote:
RogHodge wrote:Will you maintain this thread throughout?

I usually do, until I get the feeling that I'm boring folks.
If I stop posting here, I still have build journals for all of my stuff, HERE.

I think I speak for the majority,Steve, when I say we always want to see your builds beginning to end! :thumbsup:
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Postby steve wolverton » Mon Jan 26, 2009 5:34 pm

Rick Sheerin wrote:
Steve Frederick wrote: I think I speak for the majority,Steve, when I say we always want to see your builds beginning to end! :thumbsup:


Yup. Even the "boring" and mundane is a huge help to us. Many builders who document often include the major steps in the build, but I think the beginners (others too) really can gain a lot of insight when the small stuff is included too.
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Postby del » Mon Jan 26, 2009 8:53 pm

Rick Sheerin wrote:
Steve Frederick wrote:
RogHodge wrote:Will you maintain this thread throughout?

I usually do, until I get the feeling that I'm boring folks.
If I stop posting here, I still have build journals for all of my stuff, HERE.

I think I speak for the majority,Steve, when I say we always want to see your builds beginning to end! :thumbsup:
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Postby Steve Frederick » Sun Feb 01, 2009 4:17 pm

Frame steel cut, mostly welded. I ran out of wire for the welder.
I'll hit Tractor Supply on the way home tomorrow night.

I was going to narrow the 58" Flexride axle I have. Decided to leave it alone, since I'll be selling it. I don't want the new owner to have a problem, if I mess it up.

So, I'm moving ahead with a 5' wide version of Peg's trailer.
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Postby Steve Frederick » Sat Feb 07, 2009 5:36 pm

Ok, I got stalled out..ran out of wire for the welder.

I finished the welding today.

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The frame is 5' wide, and 6' long.

I did the side rails in 1-by-2-by-3/16" c-channel. The steel was left over from Peg's project.

The Cross members and angle iron body mounts were left overs from the 'Rondack.

The axle was in the shop. I originally got it for the 'Rondack, but went with a #3500 axle. (For the brakes). This one won't need brakes, so I used the #2000 Flexride that I had.

I made a wider perch for the axle with a second section of C-Channel.
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I'll clean it up and paint tomorrow.
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