Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversion

Wiszard · Oct 22, 2013

So, I'm thinking of converting my standard pop up trailer frame so that I can put a quad on the front of it. If I were to extend the framework, would I be required to change out the single axle or would the weight from the ATV be far enough forward that is wouldn't put that much weight on the axle? Have you heard of anyone making this conversion? Thanks.

Steve

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elkassassin · Oct 22, 2013

JUDAS Wisz!

They make & Sell Trailers like you're trying to Invent!

That Damn Wheeler Ain't gonna Hurt the back of your Truck!

I'll bet Ms Wisz is about to Boot you out for a while!

I used to know of places worth Hiking in to for Elk & Deer!
Thanks to Illegal Bastards & the USFS not enforcing Rules you can Zing in to them Places on Wheelers now & not see a Damn thing!
But by GAWD it don't take long for them U-Tards to get there with all the Unethical BS and the New Technology!

eelgrass · Oct 22, 2013

You sure you want to put that much weight on your ball hitch?

Eel

elkun · Oct 22, 2013

do it like they do in the basin, (elkassassin) put a tow chain from the back of you trailer to your 4 wheeler lock the handle bars .go for it,,,,,(hint, don't use long chain)

Wiszard · Oct 22, 2013

I know they make em like that. We paid $2500 for our trailer when it was worth about $8K at the time. I can't replace the trailer with another one for what I have into it so I'll make some necessary changes so I don't have to take a loss on my fantastic buy.

I want to leave the bed for storage.

I'm using a 1 1/4" ball, Eel. You think that'll handle the extra weight?

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Hardway · Oct 22, 2013

Ok....I'll say it again. Go buy one of these http://slo.craigslist.org/cto/4115269039.html

Remove axle from your trailer and mount to front of the new one. You should end up with 6-8 feet of deck left over for quads and ice chests.

elkassassin · Oct 22, 2013

>I know they make em like
>that. We paid $2500 for
>our trailer when it was
>worth about $8K at the
>time. I can't replace the
>trailer with another one for
>what I have into it
>so I'll make some necessary
>changes so I don't have
>to take a loss on
>my fantastic buy.

I
>want to leave the bed
>for storage.
>
>I'm using a 1 1/4" ball,
>Eel. You think that'll handle
>the extra weight?
>
>Too many tags= unhappy wife

1-1/4" Ball?

My.......................nevermind!

JUDAS!!!

I used to know of places worth Hiking in to for Elk & Deer!
Thanks to Illegal Bastards & the USFS not enforcing Rules you can Zing in to them Places on Wheelers now & not see a Damn thing!
But by GAWD it don't take long for them U-Tards to get there with all the Unethical BS and the New Technology!

Wiszard · Oct 22, 2013

I'm not an okie, Hardway.

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Hardway · Oct 22, 2013

Pardon me but was'nt someone just talking about bastardizing the tongue on his tent trailer so he could haul an ATV? Nevermind the rated tongue weight or the chicken chit axle on them things....sounds like something an Okie would do.....

Wiszard · Oct 22, 2013

JUDAS!! I don't know why I waste my time on this site. It's all nay-sayers and PISSCUTTER lovers here....

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nickman · Oct 23, 2013

Wiz......you need to stick to real estate. "You're gettin' out of your depth"

"If you get upset or offended by ANY website forum
post.....especially mine, you need serious
intervention!"

completesportsman · Oct 23, 2013

When I read posts like this I hear the Sanford & Son music playing in my head, LOL!

Wiszard · Oct 23, 2013

:l

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muley727 · Oct 23, 2013

I have to agree with Hardway on this one. Here in southern AZ. I have seen a few guys set it up that way. Turns out well if you got skills and take your time. YeeHaw! You also end up with a porch to play your banjo

Wiszard · Oct 23, 2013

I may break down and just buy one of these sumbich's! I'm not crazy about the slide out though as I'm not a big fan of electrical moving parts....

Steve

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RELH · Oct 23, 2013

I would think you need to have dual axels to support the added weight to keep from blowing out tires. If you add a second axel, you must be sure you get it in perfect alinement to the trailer frame or you will have tracking and tire problems.

RELH

elkassassin · Oct 23, 2013

JUDAS!

PRIEST!

Since You're gonna build your Own!

Start with this!

Then You won't have to worry about rather the Tires/Axles will hold the Load!

I used to know of places worth Hiking in to for Elk & Deer!
Thanks to Illegal Bastards & the USFS not enforcing Rules you can Zing in to them Places on Wheelers now & not see a Damn thing!
But by GAWD it don't take long for them U-Tards to get there with all the Unethical BS and the New Technology!

Wiszard · Oct 23, 2013

I found a used one in St George. Can anyone loan me $10K?

That looks like it would haul a tank, BESS!

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completesportsman · Oct 23, 2013

You would love the slide outs!

Wiszard · Oct 24, 2013

The guy I talked to told me the slideouts are manual anyway so that makes me feel a little better about it.

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Ropinfool · Oct 24, 2013

if all your adding is the weight of a 4 wheeler and extending the tounge you shouldn't need to add anymore axles. check the capacity of your axles. ideally you would move your axle forward to take the weight off your ball.

Wiszard · Oct 24, 2013

I think I'm gonna start tent camping...

Steve
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elkun · Oct 25, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

a 40 dollar chain and some balls, get some adventure in your life,. tent trailer. tells every body your are a city boy??(ill bet you got electric sleeping bags,??

Wiszard · Oct 26, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

A city boy? I reckon you don't know who you're talking to, stranger. Better be careful or I'll put down my Sasparillo and round up my posse to come gitcha.

Bad Bart

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elkun · Oct 26, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

wis,just tease ing .does sasparillo mixe with jack and bud light??/

Hardway · Oct 26, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Why dont ya just build a rack for the roof of the tent trailer for all the chit you would put in the bed .......Then haul the quad in the pickup?

elkassassin · Oct 26, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

>Why dont ya just build a
>rack for the roof of
>the tent trailer for all
>the chit you would put
>in the bed .......Then haul
>the quad in the pickup?
>

He'd have to order/install some heavier Trusses!

Don't want the Damn Roof Cavin in!

I used to know of places worth Hiking in to for Elk & Deer!
Thanks to Illegal Bastards & the USFS not enforcing Rules you can Zing in to them Places on Wheelers now & not see a Damn thing!
But by GAWD it don't take long for them U-Tards to get there with all the Unethical BS and the New Technology!

Gator · Oct 28, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Wiz
It isn't that hard to do we have done a couple.
You might have to go to a 5000 lb axle instead of that 3500 lb one and move it forward to balance the load and carry the weight.
Any class 3 or better hitch should work.
Let me if we can help ya.

"I have found if you go the extra mile it's Never crowded".
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Wiszard · Oct 28, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Aye, Yae, Yae, boys. I've made up my mind. I'm buying a Rockwood TXR282. Found an '09 in St George for $10K and a 2012 in Mesa, AZ for $12K. Just gotta figure out which one is the best buy and which one will come down a bit as to make me feel like I got the better deal.

Thanks for the creative ideas, though. Geeeeeez!

I did find an 2 ATV truck bed rack for $800 in Visalia. That would make it so much easier and cheaper.

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jp7mag · Oct 29, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Wiz, you are interesting to say the least. My rack is $500.50
& it is like new. I don't know how to send pics or tekt so don't
ask. I am just an old timer that likes to hunt bucks.This rack
is what you want/need just come get it & pay me when you get
IRS return next year.Just trying to help a buckhunter out.
It took me 20 min. to type this you best be feeln special.

BUCKHUNTER JIM

You don't have to be the best,just good
as the best,forget the rest.

Hardway · Oct 29, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Geeees Wiz....You could just go on the Nickmanplan, you could probably get 150 nights out of 10k with no maintenance or extra DMV/Insurance fees.

Wiszard · Oct 29, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Jim- I'm gonna need to see some pics. LOL

It may be worth the drive out your way to check out that rack. But if I do that, I'll need to beef up my rear suspension on the half ton. What are the dimensions of that rack? I'll need to see if the thing even fits. Didn't you say its made for a long bed?

Steve

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Gator · Oct 29, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Airbag kit is in your future. LOL

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Wiszard · Oct 30, 2013

RE: Pop up Trailer/ATV Conversionr

Damn straight, Gator. I just talked to my neighbor about the bags he put on his truck. $500 installed. That will make things a lot easier. I may be calling Jim in Taft if he'll give me his number again...or if he can call me. You still have my number Jim?

Gator...is your name Jim as well?

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