Budget Overland Trailer Build Pt3 - Max Coupler Offroad Articulation Hitch Setup & We Go Off-roading

It all started off as a Lowe’s utility trailer. In episode part 1 We striped the trailer down to it’s bare bones and started building it back up! I Starting with beefing up the trailers base and tongue, then installed a new 2k lbs axle and installation kit. This allowed us to adapt larger BFG 33” mud terrain tires wrapped around 17” JKU take off wheels.
Then In episode Part 2 of the offroad trailer build , I continue the plan to fabricate and install a new deck lid for the trailer that will double as lockable storage and provide a solid mounting solution for our Rooftop tent. We also install a few other goodies, like a tongue box for additional storage, some recovery tracks, as well as repurpose some old leveling Jacks I saved laying around!
Now we are here in Part 3 of the build and it’s finally time to install an offroad rated articulation hitch. I’m also installing some safety chains and a new handle to the tounge, 600 miles later on the hitch , I feel it’s time to do this all over again and shorten the the tongue an additional 16”. Check out the video and see the progress for yourself.
let’s get to work. 👊🍻
Trailer Build Sheet:
Lowe’s utility trailer and specs:
www.lowes.com/...
MC210 6k max coupler articulation hitch:
Now in 8k mc2000
www.cuoffroad....
Locktite blue:
amzn.to/3LdCJpe
2 30” 800lbs safety chains
26” bike Inner tube to sleeve chain
3/8 steel rod : handle and chain mounts
2k lbs trailer axel :
m.northerntool...
wheels and tires: jku take offs
trailer Jack:
amzn.to/3JdeHKe
trailer Jack mounts:
www.homedepot....
Tongue box:
www.harborfrei...
Tongue cut to 9ft:
10ft 2x3 .180 wall steel trailer tung
paint supplies
www.amazon.com...
trailer wire extension
amzn.to/338J5G5
wheels spacers
amzn.to/3GEqb7L
lug nuts
amzn.to/3ozJ7hX
locking Latches
www.amazon.com...
20ft 1 1/2” square tube .095 wall
20ft 1” square tube .120 wall
Lift gate gas struts:
www.amazon.com...
M416 trailer fenders
compactcamping...
Body armor RTT
amzn.to/3ozXItC
Tail light light
amzn.to/3rxCIWd
Xbull recovery tracks:
amzn.to/3sP18dd
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[@gk_beats9289]

I too am usually 1 or 2 pumps. But, it gets the job done.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

🤣🤣 right arm 🍻

[@jdelsey5575]

What did you use for the safety chain sheathing?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Recycled a Thick bicycle tube 26” is good for two chains! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@rushthezeppelin]

MIlitary grade doesn't mean jack squat, it's marketing wank. True military grade means the lowest bid contract.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

That’s fair…..American made, military grade! Should say a lot about the product! 🍻

[@tacomaster7411]

be careful w those cotter pins i have lost a few

[@KD.OVERLAND]

Great work. I am getting a trailer next week, do you have thoughts or plans for security purposes and what do you suggest?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Awesome, this has been a fun little build, as far as security the hitch is uncommon to most and they’ll most likely not be able to tow it away very far, it’s also kept in the garage, as far security goes! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@mack_titan]

Looks like you had to raise the hitch, what is the raised amount (3"/4")?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I’m not sure what you are asking

[@OverlandGeneration]

I have similar trailer.. I love the RTT being @ trailer height.. I have another RTT on a my Wj and it is a pain to work with and especially tough to get dogs(85lbs) into. Nice build!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I totally agree , with the Rtt lower, set up time cut in half, and I can pick up my dog and she can sleep with me on the trail or when we are hunting, it’s very ergonomic and convenient. Also I’ve been seeing a lot of trailers with huge empty spaces under there RTTs and to me it just looks horrible and it’s unused space IMO! I’m currently building some racks to go over the Rtt for two kayaks and/or solar. Just some ideas to boot! Thanks for watching buddy. 🍻

[@OverlandGeneration]

@@ATEMOFFROAD I built canoe racks as well.. Removeable but they turned out to be more trouble than worth... I will be tuned in to see what you come up -with.

[@woofman4796]

i've never seen loc tite that looks like chap stick ?? cool

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

It’s good stuff amzn.to/3LdCJpe Thanks for watching 🍻

[@my3sonsnh]

Thanks for the detailed video. I'm about to pickup a M100 with one of these hitches. This really helps me understand how this is installed, works and connects to my WK2.

[@BillyWeisbergII]

Dope build man. Smaller offroad trailers like this seem like THE way to go.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thanks bro, new video coming out soon , shakedown on the trailer and new tent. This video will definitely show the importance and the stuggles of having a trailer on the trail! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@BillyWeisbergII]

@@ATEMOFFROAD I look forward to it

[@Bagorra]

Why you young people are so complicated ?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

That’s fair

[@NajarOffroad]

Love the trailer!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thank you buddy🍻

[@rockymountainbackcountry1588]

That's turning out pretty sick. I like that hitch.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

It’s a pretty awesome hitch,, thanks for watching buddy 🍻

[@TheDreamOfATree]

I think you need to bring it closer and reduce the distance from the trailer to the jeep if you plan on taking tight offroad corners like that often.

[@SquareLyfe]

This thing is sweet! Looks like it has plenty of ground clearance and articulation.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Yeah it made the jk look horrible off road 🤣 new tires and lift coming soon on the jk , thanks for watching buddy 🍻

[@lundysgarage]

This is turning out awesome!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thanks for watching buddy, fenders up next 🍻

[@LayOcean1]

How long is the tongue hitch ?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

41” from box to eye link pin for hitch

[@jalexb915]

I'm absolutely loving this install. Can't wait to see each of the videos on this series! This trailer is looking rad!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thank you hoping to get this trailer out on the trail soon after I regear the jeep. 🍻

[@robertkerby2581]

You did an amazing job at installing the Articulating Hitch! Well done!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thanks for watching i appreciate it. 🍻

[@landroverscyprus7930]

far and away the best tent trailer design i have seen. Excellent! Now I just need to see if I can get on built along these lines!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Wow thank you I appreciate that. It was a fun build. 🍻

[@TaftCastle]

You mentioned that you shortened the tongue length. It seemed to perform great on the video. What made you decide to shorten it? I have a M416 trailer that I’ve added to the 2’ to the tongue to make backing easier but I haven’t tested it yet.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

So originally, I left the tongue longer because I was unsure at the time how long I wanted it and I do think it did well offroad at the time. But then I realized that I hadn’t filmed anything on the install of the max coupler and I was still considering shortening the tongue So I just went for it and cut an additional 12” off. I think it will still offer good offroad capabilities and I can still park my jeep perpendicular to the trailer and cook off the back of my tailgate with the length it is now. I’m 3.5 from the box to the end and about another 12” from the bumper if I continue using that adjustable hitch. I think 4”+ will be fine but will really get to know soon once I get the 35s on the spare tire in the back of the tailgate. I really hope I didn’t miss calculate! What is your overall length from end of receiver to nearest large object on trailer? Thank you

[@xbpbat21x]

I have the Lock n roll...I like it. They both seem to be fairly equal in performance. I don't see much difference of one over the other...maybe price? Nice build...what's your overall weight going to be?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I agree , they both seem to do a good job! Time will definitely tell how well it holds up, Beats spending 5k on a finite suspension, when all you really need is a single dexter and a articulation hitch. As far as weight goes I’m hoping to get the trailer on the scale either in the next video or after. Thanks for watching buddy I appreciate it 🍻

[@cavtj1]

I think that Thread Locker causes cancer in your state. Very impressive build so far sir. Interesting and inspiring.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Haha I appreciate it , thanks for watching 🍻

[@shitloveaduck]

That works great for such a simple hitch. There was no need for anything more as far as a hitch goes. Wheee I live, your trailer would be illegal without fenders. Glad to see you adding them. Mud guards at the back might be nice as well to stop stones from being thrown on the highway.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

All really good suggestions, it’s illegal here too, fenders are going on now. Thanks for watching buddy I appreciate it 🍻

[@canyonoverland5003]

Can I buy your trailer? Or can I pay you to build one for me? Do you have plans I could buy so I can get a local fabricator to put one together for me?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

So far the trailer build has been more piece work than anything, nothing really planned and just myself challenging my imagination along the way. Although I am taking different avenues with the build as far as build plans and possibly if all goes well , building a few of these for the market to sell, If i see there is enough interest and time allows. As far as a personal build I’m located in Northern California send me an email on what you would like to see in a personalized trailer build for you and we can definitely work something out. Contact me here at [e-mail]. thanks for watching I appreciate it. 🍻

[@dirtlifemagazine]

You should add a mount for a spare.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

That would be awesome, good thinking ! 🍻

[@MichaelLochowitz]

Thank you so much for this! I was having a hard time with the instructions on the Max Coupler hitch that came with it. This saved me a lot of time.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Awesome and glad I could help, thanks for watching 🍻

[@defend223]

Nice work! Love the build

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I been a fun little project, thanks for watching buddy 🍻

[@dt9094]

Walking beams!

[@enigmasunshine4554]

If you are looking to install a 12 V fridge to your trailer, please watch this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/nobEmIuth7SqY7s

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I want it , I’ll look that one up on Amazon

[@enigmasunshine4554]

@@ATEMOFFROAD , Yes they do a good job

[@phillip.9524]

We are so spoilt for variety of quality off road hitches in Australia. I know McHitch won prizes at SEMA for their systems then we have DO 35 witch are brilliant. The McHitch in 3500, 4500 and 6000 kilograms are auto connect. 🇦🇺

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I’ve never herd of them , but I’ll be searching those soon! Thanks for sharing 🍻

[@codyweber4633]

Personally since I tuned into the channel All 4 Adventure it has restarted my love for offroading. I wish we had more areas like you guys do in the U.S.

[@Bagorra]

Try the Uniglide

[@fununlimitedfu2883]

nice informative vid,did you notice if any difference in noise from a regular ball type hitch?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Ive never took this trailer offroad with ball hitch to know any difference, but this hitch is much quieter than a ball hitch on road.

[@rundownpig]

How does the trailer perform on the road with this hitch installed?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I feel it performs great we barely know the trailer it there. Thanks for watching 🍻

[@michael_notMike_stillman]

Great build, chains are way too long

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I shorten Those when I shortened the tongue

[@whitewolfoverland117]

Looks like an excellent solution for those pulling a trailer, but that's why I went with a full-size rig... no trailer required

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I’ve seen some very capable full sizes rigs. And if I could do it all over again , I might just go that route! I’ll check out your channel! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@GratefulOverlander]

"Full size rig" Bro, you have a 2 door F250. Which means anything you put in the back is open to thieves and elements. Adding a camper or topper is the same as having a trailer, except when home the trailer can be left behind.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

@@GratefulOverlander those are some real benefits to having a trailer that I barely notice behind my jeep. new video coming out soon , shakedown on the trailer and new tent. This video will definitely show the importance and the stuggles of having a trailer on the trail! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@Bagorra]

Use a Lunete swivel ring on the trailer and pintle hook on the jeep . Simple as that ! Ask Jeep forum were you can buy

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

I’ve looked into those , they are good farm hitches but not DOT rated and makes a ton of noise.

[@Bagorra]

@@ATEMOFFROAD I use on my suzuki vitara 1.9td 3 doors and my small utility camper trailer, for suiet a while . It is noisy but not so much .

[@Bagorra]

@@ATEMOFFROAD you have the Uniglide tow coupling . Is an australian device and I think won a SEMA prize , some years ago .

[@mattcollier1712]

How do you get away with no fenders on the trailer?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

New Fenders going on this weekend, but haven’t been an issue as I live on the outskirts of my town , I won’t go into town 🤣🤣

[@timLoder]

Just finished an overland trailer for a client

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Very cool , thanks for watching buddy 🍻

[@SOS_ADVENTURES]

Take my money now! Awesome build bro.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thanks buddy I appreciate it 🍻

[@TrapperJosh]

What size tires are on your trailer? I was thinking about going with independent suspension on my trailer but after seeing this it looks like you have great ground clearance. Thank you!

[@jacobduncan8875]

It's funny the way you say it, it caused the wheel to go up on this rock instead of I purposely parked it on a rock. Good vid btw.

[@BluePatch-pc7sx]

Well done, sir, nice job!!!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Thank you 🍻

[@alenrosas]

WTF NO FENDERS? IS THAT EVEN LEGAL IN YOUR STATE?

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

It’s illegal! Fenders are going on right now, expect a part 4 build video coming soon! thanks for watching 🍻

[@alenrosas]

@@ATEMOFFROAD nooiiceee

[@the_bencredible]

Dang you got that completed quick! Mine is still in primer in my garage 😅

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Nice , 👍🏼 I would love to have taken my time on this build, but I had a deadline to get the trailer at least towable before we headed out to Pismo ca to visit family. We just got back and got an email from dinoot that the finders are still on back order! Hoping to have them so I can start the install on those this next weekend! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@the_bencredible]

@@ATEMOFFROAD sucks about the fenders. I have their no weld rack towers so we can run a rtt on our trailer. Going to order their tonneau cover as well. They are a good company to deal with from what I can tell.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

@@the_bencredible they do have a bunch of goodies,. I think I’ll revisit the website and check out that tonneau cover! I really want to see your trailer now! 🍻

[@MrSamuelLewis]

Sweet build bud!

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

It’s been a very fun little project , can’t wait to get it on the trail! Thanks for watching 🍻

[@zakaroonetwork777]

Spend money on real tires First.

[@ATEMOFFROAD]

Any suggestions? This was a budget build