Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 09:47:00 PM
I also have the need to take fuel to my heavy equipment. Those pieces of equipment can suck up 60 gallons at a time. Driving a 55,000 lb excavator a half mile to a fuel station is just not practical.
The fuel tanks with pump can run well over a thousand dollars, and although nice, are far above what I require. So in this HMMV trailer I have I plan to siamese two 55 gal metal drums and plumb them up for a pump run by an organic 12 volt battery. The water will likewise be pressurized through a organic pump and routed to some standard faucets for convenience
We going to start with the old Armee trailer which has been serving me well for a few years now.
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 09:49:17 PM
First order of business is removal of the existing 325 gal tank and everything else that has accumulated in there
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Please note that this is military CART paint. If you breath the dust from that stuff you can develop a nasty cancer. CART paint is much more than just paint. The highly modified formula is actually designed to absorb and hold nerve toxin and some other weaponized chemicals, hopefully preventing those nasties from spreading onto a soldiers skin and subsequently killing him. A pin sized droplet of VX is all it takes to kill you in 45 seconds after contact. Almost as bad as having to listen to or look at Antifa protesters dressed up as female genitalia (As they seem to like doing)
So, I am not going to sand that stuff at all. Nope, just spray paint over it and hope for the best.
I did, however mask the lighted and cool data plates off
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 10:01:53 PM
I used the Army Jeep Paint, WW2 color for Square D, a truck I used to have, which is now covered by dust and ruined again!
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 10:06:30 PM
So I opened up the safe. You see, I have been investing in some John Deere green paint, hoping it will be as valuable as they seem to think those tractors are. I pulled a quart and poured it into the Armee slurry to come up with "John Armee Green" a new color previously known to nobody (And that's a good thing!)
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 10:08:23 PM
Then I thinned the goop and added some hardener to keep the inevitable dog claw marks as minimally destructive as possible
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 10:11:29 PM
For the next 3.5 hours I sprayed and sprayed till I's could spray no more!
And all that turned the trailer John Armee green and placed a smile on my tired face
Post by: Flyin6 on August 25, 2017, 10:12:10 PM
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Post by: TexasRedNeck on August 26, 2017, 08:05:11 AM
http://olive-drab.com/od_mvg_camo_carc2.php
Interesting. If I ever get some mil equip I'll remember not to sand
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Post by: Flyin6 on August 26, 2017, 09:32:21 PM
You mean this stuff??That's it Tex...
http://olive-drab.com/od_mvg_camo_carc2.php
Interesting. If I ever get some mil equip I'll remember not to sand
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Post by: Flyin6 on August 26, 2017, 09:35:27 PM
At S+24 (Spraying time) the finish is hard and completely dry to the touch. Allowing it all day in the sun and another 24 hours should do the trick. I could be back on it by tomorrow
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Post by: KensAuto on August 26, 2017, 11:13:18 PM
http://surplusmilitarydepot.com/m1061a1-military-10k-flatbed-trailer-extream-duty/
Post by: Bob Smith on August 26, 2017, 11:40:30 PM
I'm looking at one of these locally, just trying to figure out what I'd use it for. It would be great for farm duty me thinks.
http://surplusmilitarydepot.com/m1061a1-military-10k-flatbed-trailer-extream-duty/ (http://surplusmilitarydepot.com/m1061a1-military-10k-flatbed-trailer-extream-duty/)
You own a farm? Maybe just park it on the line and call it a day. You will find a use as time goes by. Looks like you could haul your tuck legal, but what would you use to move it then.
Post by: Nate on August 27, 2017, 01:15:12 AM
I'm looking at one of these locally, just trying to figure out what I'd use it for. It would be great for farm duty me thinks.
http://surplusmilitarydepot.com/m1061a1-military-10k-flatbed-trailer-extream-duty/
Honestly that is exactly what don should be using instead of that small trailer.............
Post by: KensAuto on August 27, 2017, 11:21:47 AM
What would I haul it with? ... probably have something that would work.
(Those are purpose built to go behind a 5 ton)
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Post by: Nate on August 27, 2017, 02:00:09 PM
Bob, no but Don does.
What would I haul it with? ... probably have something that would work.
(Those are purpose built to go behind a 5 ton)
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Correct ken, that purpose is actually hauling fuel or water pods
Post by: KensAuto on August 27, 2017, 03:15:25 PM
Model Flatbed Trailer (M1061)
NSN Number NSN 2330-01-207-3533
GVWR 15,850 Lbs.
Curb Weight 5,850 Lbs.
Tires 12x16.5 LT Tubeless
Wheels 8.25x20 Steel 6-Hole
Dual Axles 20,000 Lbs. Rating
Suspension System Heavy Duty Leaf Spring
Frame Construction Square Tube
Towing Style Lunette (Pintle Connection)
Landing Legs 4, One at Each Corner Beneath Trailer Deck
Brake System Air/Over/Hydraulic
Lights and Service Military Style 24 Volt System
Cargo Tie-Downs MIL-STD-209
Width 96"
Length 242.62"
Height 37"
Environmental Corrosion MIL-DTL-53072 (CARC Paint)
Prime Mover Towing Pintle Connection
Have we dotted this up enough yet?
Post by: JR on August 27, 2017, 04:58:59 PM
Paint did come out nice.
Post by: Flyin6 on August 27, 2017, 07:01:43 PM
Don, when did you camo up the trailer and what was wrong with water tank on there?I played around spraying lines on it a couple years, or maybe a year ago, can't recall.
Paint did come out nice.
Nothing wrong with it with the water tank on it. Same water tank going right back on in fact, along with a fuel container.
Post by: JR on August 27, 2017, 07:24:08 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on August 27, 2017, 08:42:08 PM
Will one of those big square ones fit in there or just a few 55 drums?Plan is 55 gal drums...2 or 3
inexpensive
Quick
did I mention inexpensive?
Need room for a 12 volt battery, a water pump, some plumbing and stuff...
Post by: JR on August 27, 2017, 09:10:09 PM
Mount a battery in front where the can went and keep it up with a solar.
Post by: Flyin6 on August 30, 2017, 09:00:59 PM
Plan changed somewhat, as you will see in a little bit
I painted the tank with a whole bunch of two part epoxy paint sealer. Idea being it's hard, and should keep the interior dark to prevent algae from growing
Post by: Flyin6 on August 30, 2017, 09:02:12 PM
I'll make them OD or flat black or something
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This tank was on special at tractor supply company, so I splurged and got a ready made 100 gal fuel tank purpose made for this application
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The extendable fuel pick up tube was too long for this tank
Post by: Flyin6 on August 30, 2017, 09:15:28 PM
You have to trim off both ends of the extendable part, but that sacrifices the o-ring seal
So I cut both ends and stretched some O-Rings over the inner pipe and shoved the business back together.
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I didn't realize it, but this middle school team the little pre-ranger plays is amongst the best in the state. They went undefeated last season and only gave up four touchdowns all season long. Our first game last week, our guys destroyed the other team, 44-6. I was really hopping the guests would at least score one TD on their opening game, but that's all they got. Our guys didn't allow the point after either!
Post by: JR on August 30, 2017, 11:29:54 PM
Have you thought about a cover for that trailer? Keep all that stuff out of direct weather. Looking at mine I was thinking about running a piece of metal along the rail, then add small posts to that. Bend some conduit into "U" shapes and your are done. Works great on my little trailer, but I mounted the posts right to it with bolts.
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Post by: Flyin6 on August 31, 2017, 09:34:25 AM
I like the paint. Ready made tank is a time saver too and 15gpm, sweet!I like that idea JR!
Have you thought about a cover for that trailer? Keep all that stuff out of direct weather. Looking at mine I was thinking about running a piece of metal along the rail, then add small posts to that. Bend some conduit into "U" shapes and your are done. Works great on my little trailer, but I mounted the posts right to it with bolts.
I was just going to tie down a tarp across the stuff, but this looks a whole lot better.
Post by: mjmbrown on August 31, 2017, 01:55:15 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on August 31, 2017, 03:41:52 PM
I just replaced the fuel pump on my toyhauler with that same style of pump, I became a pro at disassembly and "thinning/shaving" of the plastic pump gears after the fuel would cause them to swell and seize the pump solid. motor would sound like it was locked up and I got no flow, lots on the web about this issue. I even considered having a machine shop turn some custom billet gears to replace until I saw how much they wanted :sad:.... I don't know how else you would keep this from happening...Oh NO!
I own two of them!
I'm running a combination of lacquer thinner, sulfuric acid, paint remover in one tank...Sure hope the stuff doesn't melt those gears ;-)
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Post by: KensAuto on August 31, 2017, 05:24:19 PM
I just replaced the fuel pump on my toyhauler with that same style of pump, I became a pro at disassembly and "thinning/shaving" of the plastic pump gears after the fuel would cause them to swell and seize the pump solid. motor would sound like it was locked up and I got no flow, lots on the web about this issue. I even considered having a machine shop turn some custom billet gears to replace until I saw how much they wanted :sad:.... I don't know how else you would keep this from happening...When I "rebuilt" my toyhauler recently, I replaced the gears in the fuel pump, cleaned the tank, and use it at least every 2 months to keep the varnish out of the gears....last week I went to use it, and it was locked up again. urrr
Post by: Nate on August 31, 2017, 06:12:49 PM
https://www.easternsurplus.net/PartsList/161/TLRPRT
http://www.armysurpluswarehouse.com/military-vehicle-parts.html?limit=all&mode=list
https://www.google.com/search?q=us+army+hmmwv+trailer+tarp+set&oq=us+army+hmmwv+trailer+tarp+set&gs_l=psy-ab.3..33i21k1.3029.3792.0.4454.2.2.0.0.0.0.118.188.1j1.2.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..0.1.70.5PbPJKVh96M
just to name a couple of sites.
Post by: Sammconn on August 31, 2017, 06:39:09 PM
why do all kinds of fiddling with bending pipe and such when you can just buy the correct tarp and bow set for those trailers.......?But this doesn't cost money (as much), skin, blood etc.
https://www.easternsurplus.net/PartsList/161/TLRPRT
http://www.armysurpluswarehouse.com/military-vehicle-parts.html?limit=all&mode=list
https://www.google.com/search?q=us+army+hmmwv+trailer+tarp+set&oq=us+army+hmmwv+trailer+tarp+set&gs_l=psy-ab.3..33i21k1.3029.3792.0.4454.2.2.0.0.0.0.118.188.1j1.2.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..0.1.70.5PbPJKVh96M
just to name a couple of sites.
Thinking tac topper...
Post by: JR on August 31, 2017, 08:10:48 PM
Cool sites.
Post by: Flyin6 on August 31, 2017, 11:08:37 PM
why do all kinds of fiddling with bending pipe and such when you can just buy the correct tarp and bow set for those trailers.......?$1125!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
https://www.easternsurplus.net/PartsList/161/TLRPRT
http://www.armysurpluswarehouse.com/military-vehicle-parts.html?limit=all&mode=list
https://www.google.com/search?q=us+army+hmmwv+trailer+tarp+set&oq=us+army+hmmwv+trailer+tarp+set&gs_l=psy-ab.3..33i21k1.3029.3792.0.4454.2.2.0.0.0.0.118.188.1j1.2.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..0.1.70.5PbPJKVh96M
just to name a couple of sites.
Nate
What are you smokin?????
Post by: JR on August 31, 2017, 11:20:17 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on August 31, 2017, 11:23:13 PM
The conduit works great. Tarps are cheap and the 1101 even has loops for straps.I liked the idea the second I read it
Rain tomorrow from the Hurricane, so I'll run out and score a pile of conduit, then spend the day fabbing up a cage.
Cover that with something like my wife's old quilt that I can't stand and off we go to the races!
Post by: JR on August 31, 2017, 11:31:49 PM
I think 4 would be fine on the 1101 but I would use 1 in.
Post by: Flyin6 on August 31, 2017, 11:38:40 PM
I used 4 posts on my little trailer (old chevy love) that has a flat rail I simply drilled into and used long bolts through pipe.Well, when I was thinking it over I thought I'd weld longitudinal bars in to connect all of the hoops. Four sound reasonable, although I was thinking of making six. The trailer already has holes in the top rail through which I could run bolts. My idea is to bend the hoops, weld a nut up inside of the tube, then bolt through from the bottom. Simple enough and easily done
I think 4 would be fine on the 1101 but I would use 1 in.
I'll fuss with it some tomorrow. I got both tanks mounted today along with a faucet mounted through the back wall. I'll post up pics tomorrow.
Had to rush off for another football game. Pre-Ranger's team smoked up another school tonight. 24-6 this time. that makes 2-0 and have scored 68 points and allowed only 12 points against them. Mine plays center and all over the defense this year.
Post by: JR on August 31, 2017, 11:45:07 PM
Looking at all the mounts on the 1101, I thought a piece of 1/8 bar with posts welded on. Tarping it squeezes the out hoops so a simple brace could be in order on top.
Post by: Sammconn on September 01, 2017, 08:28:54 AM
So yeah, bend some hoops and tarp it.
Given its Big D I'd have to agree minimum 3/4" but 1" likely best (thin wall)
If it's rigid conduit, the 3/4 would likely suffice.
Post by: Nate on September 01, 2017, 10:05:43 AM
Im just trying to prevent another tac topper incident from happening. .......
Post by: KensAuto on September 01, 2017, 10:33:10 AM
Hey now!
Im just trying to prevent another tac topper incident from happening. .......
Yeah, we don't need another one of those!! :likebutton:
Post by: Flyin6 on September 01, 2017, 11:14:56 AM
Hey now!Hey G.I., you thinky me rich or sometin'??
Im just trying to prevent another tac topper incident from happening. .......
Besides, the Tac topper was werkin' just got a bit heavy...
Post by: Flyin6 on September 01, 2017, 11:15:45 AM
I missed the prices. $1200 yikes!I'm not that hard on stuff...It's just that stuff isn't as tough as it used to be! ;-)
So yeah, bend some hoops and tarp it.
Given its Big D I'd have to agree minimum 3/4" but 1" likely best (thin wall)
If it's rigid conduit, the 3/4 would likely suffice.
Post by: JR on September 01, 2017, 11:23:17 AM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 01, 2017, 08:22:11 PM
That 3/4 is stout on the little trailer but is only 5ft across.Mine is over 7 feet across.
Went to the lumber yard. They had 1/2", 3/4", but no 1"
I'll swing over to SLOWES tomorrow
Post by: JR on September 01, 2017, 08:31:23 PM
May want to join them in the center so you get more height out of it plus they are a little cheaper in a 10 pack.
Post by: Flyin6 on September 01, 2017, 08:51:51 PM
With being it comes in 10ft lengths it will only be about 16in high with the bends.Good idea.
May want to join them in the center so you get more height out of it plus they are a little cheaper in a 10 pack.
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The second pic has the water tank touching the fuel tank
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Next I fastened the 24 foot hose to the filter
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 01, 2017, 09:15:58 PM
Good start. No way to jockey the tank to clear the fitting? Add a fitting under the filler, lots of flat area it looks like?I considered blocking that off and installing a bulkhead fitting somewhere else. Jury is still out on that one. Not completely done, and not super comfortable with boring a hole in the side of that tank...
Post by: Sammconn on September 01, 2017, 09:19:40 PM
Just rotate the tank a few degrees, and move the bung out of the way.
Unless it will still be in the way of other stuff.
Post by: stlaser on September 01, 2017, 10:46:57 PM
I was able to hit all four bolts in the back, but none in the front side. THings are tight, and there is a whole lot of steel frame in the front. I estimate I might have needed an eight inch long bolt to get through everything!
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Post by: stlaser on September 02, 2017, 12:17:01 AM
I mean he owns heavy equipment, hook that trailer to a tree & use the bucket on the excavator to massage the tail gate a little...... :popcorn:
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 02, 2017, 07:51:48 PM
I was thinking rotate the water tank a bit counter clockwise might work? Of course Shawn and Ken had valid ideas too..... :shocked:Shawn and ken are brain dead, certifiable, of course! ;-)))
No one listens to em!
The tank is already rotated as much as it will go...And I was just at HD and forgot the dang blast 90 fitting!!!!!!!!
What kind of cut with the chain saw??? And what pitch chain? 8-0
Post by: Flyin6 on September 02, 2017, 07:55:11 PM
Check this out. At the local lumber yard, they were asking $15.60 for one stick of 3/4"
I ended up going with 3/4" because I am going to build a lot more than just four hoops. Anyway, I paid $3.84 a stick at HD!
I picked up some 1.5" and some 3/4" gray PVC also to bury for a new circuit running from the shed addition to the camper and shelter additions. I'll have the load to carry more heater for this coming cold spell.
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(or maybe he did, and sided with the hippy?)
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someone didn't read the comments from above^^^Sorry Kenneth, still love ya man!
(or maybe he did, and sided with the hippy?)
Post by: stlaser on September 03, 2017, 03:56:42 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 03, 2017, 09:35:23 PM
:popcorn:Gotcha man, here goes:
So today I fetched all the parts for the hoop system. I decided to make it simple and quick, albeit gud-enough. That's a state of being where the darned thing can't be seen anyway, so let's just get this thing done already!
Post by: Flyin6 on September 03, 2017, 09:57:44 PM
FYI, all you Armee trailer, HMMV style, owners out there. All those mystery holes contain a 3/8" SAE coarse thread nut-sert
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So we will keep it stupid simple and just use electrical conduit sleeves and elbows and just screw the things together.
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She fears the sparks!
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 03, 2017, 10:18:38 PM
First up is two longitudinal braces just down from the elbow. I'll create a strong box below, then work off that to brace up the roof areas
And that was all I felt like sweating over today...Off to shower land and spaghetti...Yippee!
Post by: JR on September 03, 2017, 10:31:32 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 03, 2017, 10:32:11 PM
Looks good,,,,,,,,,,,Long ways to go yet...
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Post by: cruizng on September 03, 2017, 10:55:45 PM
Here is an actual, not staged, shot of her holding things together prior to tacking. Saw this and had a flashback...I thought I was downtown Kandahar looking at a woman or a sack of rice...Appearances are similar.
She fears the sparks!
Well she has had close encounters with carnage like motorcycle wheelies and who know what else most likely developed a healthy dose of self survival when in the Big D operating area. Even with the potential of losing some fashion flair.
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Post by: stlaser on September 03, 2017, 11:15:35 PM
Don, I don't care what these guys say, you are halfway to being a decent fabricator
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Post by: KensAuto on September 03, 2017, 11:39:27 PM
Don, I don't care what these guys say, you are a halfway decent fabricator
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That may be so, but who did he hire to paint the trailer? It looks really good!
Post by: JR on September 03, 2017, 11:58:05 PM
The brace is just burned on right? Watch those fumes when welding plated metals, deadly stuff. I need to add those, wish there was a bolt on piece.
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Don, I don't care what these guys say, you are a halfway decent fabricatorI can feel the love!
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 04, 2017, 08:36:33 AM
So trueHere is an actual, not staged, shot of her holding things together prior to tacking. Saw this and had a flashback...I thought I was downtown Kandahar looking at a woman or a sack of rice...Appearances are similar.
She fears the sparks!
Well she has had close encounters with carnage like motorcycle wheelies and who know what else most likely developed a healthy dose of self survival when in the Big D operating area. Even with the potential of losing some fashion flair.
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 04, 2017, 08:37:42 AM
Sometimes I get things right by total accident!Don, I don't care what these guys say, you are a halfway decent fabricator
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That may be so, but who did he hire to paint the trailer? It looks really good!
This is one of those rare instances...
Post by: Flyin6 on September 04, 2017, 08:38:36 AM
Using those 90s was a good idea, I just used a bender. Those connectors will need a cover of some sort or the tarp will wear right through.I was thinking of getting some foam pipe insulation and covering those areas
The brace is just burned on right? Watch those fumes when welding plated metals, deadly stuff. I need to add those, wish there was a bolt on piece.
Yes, just heavily tacked at the moment, but burned in is all I'll do.
Post by: Bigdave_185 on September 04, 2017, 09:53:59 AM
Do you guys need a room? LolDon, I don't care what these guys say, you are a halfway decent fabricatorI can feel the love!
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Post by: JR on September 04, 2017, 11:39:36 AM
Do you guys need a room? Lol
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Don just built it,,,,,,,,,,,,
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Need to build a upper level and put a bunk bed in thereDisapproved!
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Post by: Bigdave_185 on September 05, 2017, 10:29:16 PM
How about enough to support a hammock?
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 06, 2017, 10:39:17 AM
Rev:BSee earlier note^^^^^ :wink:
How about enough to support a hammock?
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Post by: KensAuto on September 06, 2017, 03:26:37 PM
Dave and Nate will be cooking the entire time!!
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I'll cook what you all bring. Sure enough
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:37:42 PM
Then back to bracing the canvas frame.
These small braces will triangulate the sides against longitudinal movement.
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:38:51 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:40:11 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:41:11 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:42:57 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:44:46 PM
The masking tape should hold it until it migrates onto the roof once the canvas shows up
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:45:58 PM
Post by: JR on September 07, 2017, 11:46:16 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:48:01 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 07, 2017, 11:49:43 PM
When I bring it back, Sunday, I will add the missing parts and cover with canvas.
Post by: JR on September 07, 2017, 11:58:08 PM
How are we to sleep up there with plywood on it,,,,,,,,,,,,
Post by: Wilbur on September 08, 2017, 12:39:04 AM
Post by: JR on September 08, 2017, 12:44:31 AM
Post by: KensAuto on September 08, 2017, 06:12:21 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 10, 2017, 08:07:11 AM
Post and pics to come
Post by: Flyin6 on September 10, 2017, 07:57:26 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 10, 2017, 07:58:34 PM
I actually added 84 gallons of the good stuff before my wallet screamed for me to stop!
Post by: Flyin6 on September 10, 2017, 08:00:03 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 10, 2017, 08:02:17 PM
Post by: JR on September 10, 2017, 10:00:59 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 11, 2017, 06:49:32 PM
Did that only fill it 1/4?Yea, what was left after topping up Sarge and Chief.
Post by: JR on September 11, 2017, 11:57:40 PM
What you going to cover it with?
Post by: KensAuto on September 12, 2017, 01:00:10 AM
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Post by: TexasRedNeck on September 12, 2017, 07:26:36 AM
Something like this
https://www.etrailer.com/Pintle-Hitch/Curt/C48341.html?feed=npn&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsamDxcSf1gIVjB6GCh2h6g-zEAQYAyABEgJKmvD_BwE
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Post by: stlaser on September 12, 2017, 08:24:35 AM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 12, 2017, 09:59:34 AM
I thought you put all 85 into her and it was just a 1/4.JR,
What you going to cover it with?
I want to find one of those oiled canvas tarps. Out on the hunt today actually under this cover of rain!
Post by: wilsonphil on September 12, 2017, 01:56:51 PM
I thought you put all 85 into her and it was just a 1/4.JR,
What you going to cover it with?
I want to find one of those oiled canvas tarps. Out on the hunt today actually under this cover of rain!
Mcmaster has them!
Post by: KensAuto on September 12, 2017, 03:05:35 PM
Don, I bought some off amazon. They will shrink, but that's the nature of oiled canvas..this is the largest one I bought (2 years ago and it has shrunk about 10" length wise)
https://www.amazon.com/12-Olive-Drab-Canvas-Tarpaulin/dp/B009ACBHZ6
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:44:18 PM
I added a hook to stow the rubber garden hose inside the trailer
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:45:37 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:48:00 PM
I welded the whole thing, then ground the welds and protrusions, then cleaned it with a wire wheel and degreaser
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:49:54 PM
Post by: JR on September 19, 2017, 08:50:08 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:52:11 PM
Oh somewhere during that process, it became remounted amid all the damaged and scratched paint.
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:52:24 PM
Does the tailgate close?Nope
Post by: JR on September 19, 2017, 08:53:16 PM
Does the tailgate close?
:facepalm:
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:54:09 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:55:34 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 19, 2017, 08:56:13 PM
THis thing is operational!
Post by: Bigdave_185 on September 20, 2017, 11:09:16 PM
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Post by: Flyin6 on September 21, 2017, 10:36:37 AM
Why is nothing the same color? Why not the mixed military green to match the trailer? Why the truck wheels not military green?Truck wheels military green
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Hmmm...
Post by: longball on September 21, 2017, 01:38:00 PM
Why is nothing the same color? Why not the mixed military green to match the trailer? Why the truck wheels not military green?Brilliant!!! Why hasn't that been suggested before? Sometimes things are so obvious, they go unnoticed by almost everyone.
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Post by: KensAuto on September 21, 2017, 01:45:15 PM
Truck wheels military greenI dare you!
Hmmm...
Post by: longball on September 21, 2017, 01:45:45 PM
I double dog dare you.Truck wheels military greenI dare you!
Hmmm...
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Post by: EL TATE on September 21, 2017, 01:49:51 PM
I double dog dare you.Truck wheels military greenI dare you!
Hmmm...
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I TRIPLE DOG DARE YOU!!!!! (And then, the coup de grace of all dares, the sinister triple-dog-dare)
Post by: Tommy13 on September 21, 2017, 02:29:07 PM
I double dog dare you.Truck wheels military greenI dare you!
Hmmm...
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I TRIPLE DOG DARE YOU!!!!! (And then, the coup de grace of all dares, the sinister triple-dog-dare)
We'll all excuse the slight breach of etiquette. Skipping the "Double Dare" and the "Triple Dare" :popcorn:
Post by: EL TATE on September 21, 2017, 02:59:08 PM
Post by: Flyin6 on September 21, 2017, 03:04:03 PM
The branch gave way, as fate would have it, and, branch in hand I cleared most of the embankment only banging off things long enough to break bones.
I walked home carrying my broken arm which was like boken and floppin'
My neighbor, Mrs Greenfield saw me walking down the street and came out running. "Donald, Donald, you're arm is broken" "I know, have to go tell mom, the branch broke that Mark double dared me to climb out on."
So, checked that block, there'll be no more...
Post by: stlaser on September 21, 2017, 03:16:58 PM
I only ever ventured to the double dog dare you level once. Kennedy was president. Seems, if I remember correctly, when I was a youte my friend double dared me to shimmy out on this limb of a sassafras tree overhanging an excavation in the gravel pit. The drop was ah, maybe 25-30 feet.
The branch gave way, as fate would have it, and, branch in hand I cleared most of the embankment only banging off things long enough to break bones.
I walked home carrying my broken arm which was like boken and floppin'
My neighbor, Mrs Greenfield saw me walking down the street and came out running. "Donald, Donald, you're arm is broken" "I know, have to go tell mom, the branch broke that Mark double dared me to climb out on."
So, checked that block, there'll be no more...
Was there a dare involved when you wheelied that motorbike in the yard and banged yourself up or was that just you trying to prove you could still pull a successful wheelie? :popcorn:
Post by: Flyin6 on September 21, 2017, 03:42:14 PM
NeitherI only ever ventured to the double dog dare you level once. Kennedy was president. Seems, if I remember correctly, when I was a youte my friend double dared me to shimmy out on this limb of a sassafras tree overhanging an excavation in the gravel pit. The drop was ah, maybe 25-30 feet.
The branch gave way, as fate would have it, and, branch in hand I cleared most of the embankment only banging off things long enough to break bones.
I walked home carrying my broken arm which was like boken and floppin'
My neighbor, Mrs Greenfield saw me walking down the street and came out running. "Donald, Donald, you're arm is broken" "I know, have to go tell mom, the branch broke that Mark double dared me to climb out on."
So, checked that block, there'll be no more...
Was there a dare involved when you wheelied that motorbike in the yard and banged yourself up or was that just you trying to prove you could still pull a successful wheelie? :popcorn:
Wife was filming
Need I say more?
Post by: Nate on September 21, 2017, 03:55:06 PM
NeitherI only ever ventured to the double dog dare you level once. Kennedy was president. Seems, if I remember correctly, when I was a youte my friend double dared me to shimmy out on this limb of a sassafras tree overhanging an excavation in the gravel pit. The drop was ah, maybe 25-30 feet.
The branch gave way, as fate would have it, and, branch in hand I cleared most of the embankment only banging off things long enough to break bones.
I walked home carrying my broken arm which was like boken and floppin'
My neighbor, Mrs Greenfield saw me walking down the street and came out running. "Donald, Donald, you're arm is broken" "I know, have to go tell mom, the branch broke that Mark double dared me to climb out on."
So, checked that block, there'll be no more...
Was there a dare involved when you wheelied that motorbike in the yard and banged yourself up or was that just you trying to prove you could still pull a successful wheelie? :popcorn:
Wife was filming
Need I say more?
and did she do/say something like "and that's what protects our country" all the while shaking her head and saying to herself "what a klutz....but I still love him regardless"!
Post by: stlaser on September 21, 2017, 04:11:00 PM
Post by: Bigdave_185 on September 21, 2017, 07:41:46 PM
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Post by: JR on September 21, 2017, 11:52:24 PM
Post the video. It's been long enough
Yep, enough teasing. It didn't happen without video!
Post by: Atkinsmatt on September 22, 2017, 07:43:05 AM
Does the tailgate close?Nope
It has been awhile but I seen to remember hinges for these tailgates that extended due to long loads such as generators or commo rigs. Maybe you can fab up a couple hinges and top fasteners allowing the same thing.
Post by: Flyin6 on September 22, 2017, 09:09:31 AM
Probably won't need to Matt,Does the tailgate close?Nope
It has been awhile but I seen to remember hinges for these tailgates that extended due to long loads such as generators or commo rigs. Maybe you can fab up a couple hinges and top fasteners allowing the same thing.
I haven't even installed the ninety which will give me a couple inches room, and then if the gate closes most of the way, then why bother fixing something that really doesn't need fixing?
Plan A: install the ninety when the tank is empty (Down to 200 gallons presently) then latch up the day and give it no more thought!
Plan B: Go with Plan A
Post by: Atkinsmatt on September 22, 2017, 11:47:47 AM