How to build an off road hitch coupler

Under $50 DIY 3-axis coupler

Link to explain regular coupler mode

http://tventuring.com/trailerforum/t...9-page-48.html

 

I believe the guy who posted on the venturing forum is the same guy who sells the Dinoot tubs.

 

Following the directions in one of the above links I started cutting down the deck, cross rails now 40" so this brings the overall width down to 70" whick I feel more comfortable with compared to 78" it was gonna be

 

Some really amazing information in this post thx

 

Yeah I will post pics as I do actual work , but figured links were the best idea if I am copying some one else

Got the narrowed frame sections installed and reconfigured the tounge per the directions, also got the spring perches cut off axle and rewelded in new location now plenty o room for larger rims and tires now, guess I need to go Craigslist shopping for cheapoos before I start on my final dimensions for the box



side note they were not welded in line from china so the axle was twisted as mounted

 

OK progress pics hard between rain and emergencies for a friend in poor health

Trailer deck is now 40x72 , I opted to do a full length spine of received tubing ( will weld that tommorow )

Everything is bolted and welded or just welded

I did not follow directions for extending the frame rails since I have a welder I welded the extensions both sides then ground weld down and installed 2 cross members bolted together, and each bolted and welded in on opposite sides of the frame next weld

Directions were to cut up a cross member and use it as fishplate with bolts to bridge this guess that's fine if you have no welder access



Heres some free jeep rims and tires I got, tires are 225/75/15?? To small but free so good for now



Pic of clearance on modified axle, I do not have wheel spacers installed think it looks great as far as clearence

 

Since I am just about to the point of starting the box/body looking for suggestions on materials

I need water proof since we will store our gear in it year round,

I was thinking some thin box for frame and plywood floor, then skin with 24ga sheet metal or .095 aluminum

Trying to keep weight down

I might also be getting a couple utility truck bed doors to use, one on back and one on side near front

 

looking good

 

Today's progress, spine is welded, flipped trailer and sitting on axles, my boxes came, the long ones will bolt to the body sides and overhang the wheels, that is probly going to be my finished height on the body at 30", it will cover the entire deck though unless plans change again lol

 

lookin' good, keep us posted.