Cargo Trailer Conversion for Remote Control Airplanes- Tour & discussion of set-up and modifications

[@scottfuhrer7488]

Just Stunning--I would have never thought of all the items you have incorporated-Congratulations.

[@RC-Air]

Thank you. The trick was spending the summer in it traveling to events without anything but the air conditioning. I just made notes of all the things I wish I had or needed and then built it from there.

[@benleprevost1]

Nice setup! I love seeing a fully functional space that has had so much time put into it to make travelling easier. Looking forward to watching the full flight of the raven 👍

[@RC-Air]

Thank you! I has been a labor of love. I actually posted a full flight of my Raven yesterday. I hope you enjoy it.

[@Brattoncnc]

Nice build. I'm starting a 7X12 for smaller planes.

[@RC-Air]

They’re super nice to have. Makes the time at the field much more comfortable.

[@urbanairgunner6402]

Absolutely awesome I love it

[@RC-Air]

Hey thank you! It’s been quite a project.

[@urbanairgunner6402]

@RC-Air so I am just getting back into the hobby after 15 +years away from it. It's funny because everything has changed and it has never been easier for someone to get into the hobby and start flying. So I just bought a used trailer and I'm setting it up to haul my giant scale planes. It won't be as elaborate as yours but it is a fun project just the same. ✌️

[@RC-Air]

@@urbanairgunner6402 I had mine for about 14 months and stayed it at several events before I ever did any work on it. I really just made a list on what made sense for me. All of the work you see was primarily done over the course of a month. Just make a plan and work through it a little at a time. For me comfortable, clean and organized were my criteria. It’s great to hear your back in the hobby!

[@carterpasch6085]

Super nice video and wonderful trailer setup. Man love to know where you got the all the parts from. I just love the mini split and super smart over all Thank you

[@RC-Air]

Thanks. I’ll have to put links in the description at some point. I’m currently traveling. The mini split came from eBay and the rest mostly from Amazon though.

[@PaulTAdam]

If you get time, would you post a close up of the collapsible shelves the main and tail wheels are on. Thanks.

[@RC-Air]

These are the main gear brackets I use. Ultrawall 24 inch Black Sturdy Folding Shelf Brackets, Heavy Duty Adjustable Steel Wall Mounted Collapsible Shelf Bracket, Max Load 550lb a.co/d/9B7tNep The tail wheels are supported by some shelves I got at Lowe’s. They they are hard rubber wall mounts and then metal shelves that attach. They are in the garage organizing section. Hopefully that helps.

[@PaulTAdam]

Got the supports on order. Thanks for taking time to reply. I’m in Cullman Alabama. Maybe I’ll see you at a meet sometime.

[@RC-Air]

Nice, I'm glad I could help. I will be at the Birmingham IMAC Challenge the last week of August. Swing by or join in if you would like!

[@lazarosnatskoulis2818]

Great set-up, where did you purchase the heli quick connectors?

[@RC-Air]

Thanks, and I got them off of Amazon. a.co/d/ab93wS2

[@HiCapacityMags]

Looks great! Gave me some ideas Thanks

[@RC-Air]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@yodecaf]

The impressive part is that you started with a blank slate!

[@RC-Air]

Thanks. Yeah it has been quite a project. I’ve learned a lot from doing it. The next one will be even better if I ever do it again. I’m pretty happy with the functionality of what I’ve build with this one.

[@waynemiller6070]

In a word... Custom!

[@RC-Air]

Thank you! It's a labor of love.

[@oktrader1958]

Great job! Do you know what your fully loaded trailer weighs?

[@RC-Air]

I don't I believe I'm somewhere around 3000 lbs but I'm not certain. With three planes and all my gear I'm only adding about 300 lbs. that's including my generator and gas cans.

[@weseehowcommiegoogleis3770]

It's nicer than the House I live in.

[@RC-Air]

lol well I doubt that. But it’s funny to have, none the less.

[@slange455]

Nice setup …do you work remotely or just a work station KZbin or other stuff?

[@RC-Air]

I do work remotely and I also spend a lot of time at the field at various events.

[@tonygiacomo7972]

Very nice trailer setup Don, I like the mini split setup. How do you like the Predator generator? My wife and I are thinking about getting a GeoPro or similar camper for some on grid and boon-docking style trips and I was thinking the Predator or the larger Honda. I have the Honda 2200 and it is awesome but they are very proud of them.

[@RC-Air]

Thanks Tony! I love this Predator 3500 Generator, does everything I need, half the cost of the Honda and a two year no questions asked warranty. Pretty tough to beat.

[@spiroskatsikas]

Like to see some of the equipment u use in Ur planes are thay electric or gas ⛽️ 🤔

[@RC-Air]

I will do a walk through video of my planes for you in the next few weeks. I primarily fly gas, I do have a couple of smaller electrics though.

[@spiroskatsikas]

I love engineering and fly only electric being a electrical armature winder by trade, I use 12s ,on a 72 inch platform that I build 😀

[@DonHamp]

@@spiroskatsikas very cool. I have a 12s 95”. The power they make is absolutely insane!

[@spiroskatsikas]

Using a new flycolor speed controller that was only 130 dollars but very good and a efight 60 power motor running 9s with powerful results

[@GlendaNorris-qx3in]

Nice

[@RC-Air]

Thanks

[@p3arljam26]

Where did you buy those quick connects?

[@RC-Air]

Amazon. I believe they are T-Track they’re fantastic!

[@luckymacy]

are those home made landing gear clamps? if not, please post the link to who makes them, thx.

[@RC-Air]

Full throttle RC sells them.

[@N54RacingChannel]

Practicing your unkown on the sim huh? Jk 😂. Very nice setup!

[@RC-Air]

As tempting as it may sound, by scores have proven that not to be the case.🤦🏻‍♂️ and thanks I have enjoyed it.

[@beyondxtream4056]

Porsche as tractor 😃??

[@RC-Air]

Maybe!