Budget Harbor Freight Off-Road Trailer Build. Making An Overland Trailer On The Cheap.

Budget Harbor Freight Off-Road Trailer Build. Overland Trailer DIY.
Let's turn junk into slightly better junk! Today on Dirt lifestyle we are going to take a common Harbor Freight trailer that we got for free and build a one of a kind overland gear hauler. This is one that I have been getting asked to do for years and I'm pumped to finally get to it. I hope these videos inspire you to build something yourself. I'm not a professional with any special skills. I'm just a dude who likes to build things from scratch and share it with those of you who are interested!
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[@andrewdunlap9011]

Many people have these Harbor Freight trailers and parts laying around from old builds. I'm digging the vibe of putting this stuff to use instead of throwing this stuff out! Nate don't let the Karen's and Kevin's of the internet bring you down.

[@ndover3505]

Reduce reuse recycle !

[@andrewbias780]

I thought Todd was the male version of Karen?

[@devingallagher4454]

@@andrewbias780 i think its Chad

[@brianwalker1933]

Well said. 😊👍👍 🦘🇦🇺🦘

[@jdsrcs8061]

No, they are Kyle's!!!

[@CHays007]

This is your build, man. You can't do it wrong. Forget about everyone else. They should be watching these videos to pick up tips and tricks, and to gain ideas; not to follow a build plan. There is, most likely, not going to be anyone else out there that has the same combination of parts laying around to throw this together that you have. And you are not going to have the same parts they have.

[@haterade8]

Dude, I hope you see this. Let me remind you that you're an inspiration to us all who don't quiet have the experience and knowledge you have. You give us that push that some of us need to get out and discover the abilities we have and to get in that garage, I want to thank you for that. I look forward to your content and your next video!

[@thomasnichols7214]

The fabrication videos are honestly my favorite, its very refreshing to see these amazing builds come out of a shop that is achievable by most people instead of out of a $250k shop that not many have access too. You're fab videos have been a super big inspiration for me, not only in deciding what I want to do for my build or future builds, but just the confidence of actually being able to fab up some of these things instead of buying a run of the mill part and not learning anything. I love the concept of reusing parts you have laying around instead of going out and buying thousands of dollars worth of metal to build something. Keep up the great work man and ignore any haters.

[@firemaniac]

Already having a Vin is exactly why I started with a Harbor Freight trailer. I had the dang thing licensed, and registered, before I even got home to start building, and the actual WA title was in my just a few weeks later (pre 2019). Now I have a great off road teardrop, that is completely 'Upgraded' as parts 'wore out'.

[@TeamWagy]

Paying for that vin tag haha people try to steal them off trailers too, I mounted my tongue jack covering my tag so no one takes it

[@brentheltsley7187]

A lot of people don’t have a “happy place” anymore so they get stuck on forums and social media trying to destroy other peoples’ “happy places” to help with their own unproductive misery. You rock Nate, do your thing and I’ll keep my half of the deal…watching. :)

[@alohaexpeditions1847]

Nailed it🤘🏾

[@danielkingery2894]

F a bunch of Negative Nora Karen's!!

[@trailrunnah8886]

Agree! It's like social media exists purely for people to just be a holes to each other.

[@marcustomz]

The value of a used Harbor Freight trailer just went up. 👌🏾

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

The "budget" builds are more realistic and what a normal guy would do in the driveway or garage. I dig it and can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@dilligafmofo5921]

Don't stress on the haters Nate. You have clearly spelt out the plans and vision for these trailer projects and if people are to daft to understand the concepts and reasons they aren't worth listening to. Telling you that base for budget trailer is wrong would be like having someone whinge that you didn't use a 69 Fastback body when your project is all about restoring a Miata.

[@cdodge2996]

This... Golden! Needs to be top comment!

[@andrewk8636]

Starting with the dot hate. Who cares what they think! Modify the heck out of it! Ain't no cop ever gonna care that you made a better trailer

[@SamuelOliver]

Really like that you’re using thrift store parts! Because for a lot of people, me included, starting from like a old trailer is much easier and less of a daunting project then starting from scratch! Watching closely!!

[@andrewk8636]

I started with a pop up trailer frame and built a crazy trailer and even ended up having to replace the axle and install new mounts for it and all. After one trailer I'm ready to build one from scratch. Start toying with one and you'll realize it's actually easier than you think

[@lanemichaelmcconnell-hand1472]

Nate!!!! You did it right. Your killing it with design and fab. I love watching when you build and do it more on the fly than planning down to fine details. Most people can talk because they cant do. Keep up the good work.

[@aliciaclinton2512]

I hope you read this: Do your thing man! I love seeing you work and learning what you do! There are always those guys. Utilizing parts and things you already have is what a lot of people do who just don't have the money. I keep talking about building a trailer and I've had different idea methods and appreciate this build you're doing. The negatives can really weigh on you and bum things out but TRUST there are 10s of thousands of us that appreciate what you do and always send positive comments and vibes your way. Build what and how you want and share it with us!

[@brianandrew7245]

I think reusing an exiting trailer is an awesome idea. It also shows people what is possible when you think out side of the box. I personally watch your videos for the unique perspective that you show of what is possible when you just roll with the plans that are in your head and troubleshoot on the fly. I’m the same way I follow an plan that I see in my mind, a lot of time it’s just down right fun to roll to the finish and then have people look at you with amazement of the finished product

[@csabin312]

I'm so glad you are building this with this trailer. I have this trailer and my wife has been on me to build her a camping trailer.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Glad you are into it! I love these kinds of projects 👊

[@daviswood8436]

I love this build and look forward to the future uploads! It’s a very realistic representation of what the average joe can do with what is already laying around or can be purchased for super cheap. With sound fabrication and a little forethought you can build exactly what you want without breaking the bank. Keep up the good work 👍

[@wyofarmboy2008]

Love the build Nate! Helped my grandad make a trailer for a welder out of one of those harbor freight frames about 15 years ago he still has it! Use what you got man! Love it!

[@borisvukovic7669]

Dude, I'm not a fabricator but I love what, how and why you build what you build. Keep what you are doing. Best.

[@ryanmoore9901]

Nate, I grew up in a junk yard and a lot of what we did was from parts we had laying around. It’s easy for keyboard fabricators to talk SH&T watching another man work. I dig the channel in its entirety. You do you brother, keep it up. Excited to see the series come together. 🤙🏼 Wanks are gonna hate bro.

[@timothywilliams2021]

I like leaving the brakes on axles and mounting a handbrake to the trailer tongue. If you unhook you can yank a break instead of blocking tires.

[@eringle94]

Love it. I'm a budget, home hobbyist welder. This is a wish list, yet practical project. I'm loving the channel. Keep it going!!

[@TheDefenderSisu]

Don’t worry about the naysayers I think you are a very talented person I wish I could do half of what you make, keep up the good work.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Thank you 🙏 Honored to have you watching my friend

[@ryanaustin2617]

I had to stop at 13:40 to tell you, you are doing one hell of a job. Keep it going, I can't wait to see the future videos on this project.

[@stevescott4764]

Thanks Nate! Keep building. Your builds are my Happy Place. I spent a lot of time on the Craft Side, fabricating for work before entering the management space. You encourage me to pick the welder back up and improve my ride.

[@terrycorbett1907]

If they don't like what you do they don't have to watch. I like a guy who think out of the box and builds from left over parts. You are one of the channels that is interesting to watch. Keep it going I'm a fan.

[@Jsaul32]

I enjoy seeing budget builds of almost ANYTHING. As somebody that likes to try to learn to do things myself, videos like this are very valuable!

[@scottspropertyservices6877]

Agreed. These are the only videos of his that I watch, the ones of him building stuff! I know how to go out & have fun but the building I love to watch for any new tricks or tools. Especially budget builds because they seem more attainable to the average Joe like me.

[@trailrunnah8886]

Agreed! I love these fab videos, the way Nate shows and explains things makes me feel like I could pick up a welder and do something like this myself.

[@StormbornJKU]

I didn’t think I’d care to see this, but it’s actually really cool. That’s a sweet little budget build trailer right there. I’m actually pretty dam excited to see where the rest of it goes. Nice!

[@FletchersGarage]

Not all of us have a work space, I really enjoy hanging out in your shop. You give really solid advice without over explaining. I love watching the custom fabrication stuff, keep it up man! cheers.

[@kasmodean9355]

I like your presentation style. Very informative and you explain why you do things. Your though process shows that you are intelligent and think things out.

[@JeepXJ8895]

that sudden change of project design when your in the middle of a build has got to be one of my favorite parts to the build itself! it brings a little more excitement and interest into completing the project. Somethings drawn on paper don't always have the most appeal when you can actually put your hands on it and look at it from different angles. Embrace those design changes and definitely go with the flow!

[@TwoFeatherChannel]

It's your trailer and you did it your way. Nothing wrong with that. It is good that you used the harbor freight trailer and showed the points that need improvement. Seen other videos that use harbor freight trailer and just build on top of them and they don't last.

[@Tristoo]

"if I feel like the computer is making me feel bad feelings, I'm just gonna go back in the shop and build" kids these days need to learn this.

[@marcustruman1015]

Kids these days don't have workshops, budgets, or even shop classes at school. I know because I'm a kid (18) in these days. I would build all day if I could, but my wallet is thin and my garage is nonexistent.

[@Tristoo]

@@marcustruman1015 I circumvented that by programming, learning electronics, physics, and watching a lot of machining videos. No need for wallet or garage there, and once you have both there's a lot more stuff you can do. Maybe you live in the city but if not, try and find a cool neighbor who will let you fabricate stuff in a less savory part of his yard/terrain - get one of those energy counters so you can pay him for the electricity you use, and tell him you'll help him out with any such fab needs he may have. Regardless, my point was that people can't seem to turn off their stupid social media these days - in any situation. It's like they have brain damage. People are making fun of you online? Look away, take a walk. I had to deal with plenty of that s in person and learn how to handle it. I'm convinced people keep themselves so bored that it's literally more fun for them to get bullied online than to do literally anything else. Just find something to do, maybe find a metalworking shop with cool people, tell them you wanna do it for free just to learn if you have time, or look for an internship/apprenticeship so you can get some money while you learn. If you know people you may find a friend of a friend has an uncle with his own shop and things may work out well. Even if you're useless and plan on staying useless, just close the facebook/twitter tab and go watch a movie or play a game. Jeez.

[@Tristoo]

@@marcustruman1015 and also, do you think most kids back then just up and had had workshops or budgets or shop classes?

[@georgecuyler7563]

Some people are never wrong, in their own minute brain, and no matter how much you show them your theory or POV is on point. Let them put their feet even further down their own throats. I've been trying to work out a trailer gear/tent and now I have inspiration. I'll get a utility trailer and build it to fit inside the utility frame where I can take it off when I need to haul garbage away and put it back on to go hunting or just camping.

[@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193]

Its funny how each state has different rules for trailers, homemade or customized. Like you said this is going to be a budget build. Use what you have and drive on.

[@chadalcock7275]

Yeah, in Oregon if the trailer is under a certain GVW it doesn't even have to be registered.

[@justinpalmer9417]

@@chadalcock7275 this like the only reason i keep my stuff registered in oregon

[@Ares-jx4ep]

@@chadalcock7275 Same in Ohio. All you need is a scale ticket showing the trailer unloaded weight.

[@ShotGunner5609]

I am soooooo looking forward to this series. The fact that you're building off of an existing, budget frame is awesome. Influencing people to work with what they got helps them be more creative. And realistically, the only limits on a project are creativity, money and time. Thanks in advance for all the ideas!

[@lloydmiller5275]

Nate, I love watching your videos. Hands down, you create great content and I love your rationale when building projects. I always look at what can I learn from you today. Not well you should have done it that way, or this way. Your builds are built with the best common sense and budget will allow. Keep up the awesome content!

[@SCALERCCustomZ]

Forget the comments and build it the way you want. Cant make everyone happy. You know what your doing and keep doing it. Love the fab videos keep them coming. Great job love this concept.

[@jgtaylor2201]

I really appreciate how open and honest about your feelings of negativity online. I think a lot of people would benefit from remembering the phrase “there’s more than one way to skin a cat.” I like the concept you have for this trailer and I’m looking forward to this build.

[@shepelkstone]

I love the phrase, "more than one way to skin a cat". Was there such a high demand for skinning cats they needed multiple ways to do it? The other one is, "kill two birds with one stone." That phrase has been around so long the pinnacle of bird killing technology was stones? Is there anything we say today that hopes to have that sort of longevity?

[@jgtaylor2201]

@@shepelkstone haha very true. Perhaps we should adapt a phrase to modern times. Maybe something like “there’s more than one type of device you can use to access the internet.” Then again that somehow sounds less profound despite being far less morbid.

[@TrevorDyck]

I love watching your build videos! You're not obligated to defend your build choices to every (or any) critic on the internet. Really looking forward to the rest of this series, Nate!

[@TheRightLine]

My first utility trailer was cut from and built from a pop up camper. It worked great and I didn't draw anything either. Just keep plugging away, I enjoy seeing the creativity.

[@charlieo.farmer2468]

On the fly fabrication is the way great things are created .

[@jerzsubbie]

Great to see a budget build. Not everyone will love it but that’s fine, everyone is a little different. Looking forward to seeing the rest of this build!

[@stop153rz2]

This video couldn’t have come at a better time. Last weekend I took my harbor freight trailer (modified; longer axle, spacers, bigger wheels, rooftop tent) and sadly the whole upper part of the trailer and some frame bolts came apart. I almost threw it down the mountain. I barely made it home but when I did, disassembled, and threw away the trailer. Same day I bought a 1975ish Ford Courier trailer bed truck conversion and just finished building it this weekend. Welded roof rack, bigger mud terrain wheels, and my old Tacoma Bilstein (stock) shocks (not judging, just sharing my life 😂 ). I’m sure your HF trailer will be the best out there though. So I’m excited for this series. Keep them coming.

[@ctanderson27]

I love this. I bought a trailer about 6 months ago and am planning it out and gathering parts, I cant wait to see the direction you go. Thanks for the awesome videos.

[@Min4Mass]

I'm honestly so happy you used the harbor freight because I'm sure a TON of us have considered doing this as a budget build. I know I certainly have! Also really appreciate you using what you've got in the shop. I think I've got some spare Tacoma suspension parts laying around that would allow me to do something similar.

[@TheShooter466]

Should put air bags in this bad boy for leveling, or maybe on the "no budget" like you did on the disco!

[@cnc75adventures49]

Air shocks might be cheaper 👍👍

[@jeffandrews7335]

I’m putting 4 drop-leg jacks for leveling. I’m attaching them with hitch receivers, so I can remove them when in motion. We were camp, level ground is at a premium.

[@scswiger]

@@jeffandrews7335 I was thinking of using the round trailer jack style for mine for the sole reason there’s less time fabricating anything, just weld it on and go

[@herbwheeler4470]

Wouldn't the air bag suspension be bouncey though? I think hydraulic shocks would help eliminate bounce and rebound.

[@TheShooter466]

@@herbwheeler4470 no you'd still have your typical shocks

[@patrickgreen2361]

Awesome build. Love that you take unused, discarded items and create one of a kind things.

[@wolfman72495]

My dad bought a harbor freight trailer from a guy. Just recently, I rebuilt the whole thing. Tore it down. Cleaned up any and all rusted/paint chipped areas. Welded everything back up. Repainted it. Installed new taillights. It’s mainly used as a yard trailer that has a “dump” feature, but can be used to haul small, lightweight, items.

[@WoodNMetalWorkshop]

Nate don't worry about the haters they gonna hate. My 18 foot trailer has mobile home axles, when I built it all I heard was they were going to fail, that was in 1995. Tens of thousands of miles later they are still in working. Got a whole series of videos coming on upgrades, but not the axles LMAO.

[@americanwildchilds3992]

I love the idea of the center tube for strength through the entire chassis, well done. I know you are not that far yet, have you figured out ways to level it when you are setting up? Do you need to secure it so it's not so bouncy while trying to sleep? I saw someone else comment something about using an alternator on the yoke of the diff to charge the trailer while driving - that sounds like a great idea, just need to do the math for the right size pulleys and a way to mount the alternator and tighten the belt. Please do the Watts link, if for nothing else, it's rarely done and I'll bet there are a large number of viewers that have no clue what it is or why you would use it - pros/cons. And you do a very good job of explaining things for those that are not educated in the mechanics of how that stuff works. And of course, love the using spare parts for a build. I rarely read the comments, let alone comment myself, but I really enjoy the builds, all of them. I just like to see how other people work around the different issues of building something instead of just buying what someone else built.

[@vernforman7076]

I like your way around the government regulations about getting a title for your trailer by using a scrap H.F. trailer. That was great thinking. Best part of the build so far.

[@blakechristensen3216]

Really excited for this series! Everyone loves an off road trailer

[@mikeparker5935]

Nate I genuinely enjoy watching your videos. I starting dabbling in fabrication when I was 16 I built bumpers and sliders for my first truck. I just want to let you know how much I learn from your channel and how much I dig the design of your builds. As for contrived criticisms, these projects are yours doesn’t really matter what people think. It just matters that you and your family is happy with your builds. I wants to thank you for inspiring me me to spend more time in the garage!

[@nrk2of3]

“It is clear you don’t like my way of doing evangelism. You raise some good points. Frankly, I sometimes do not like my way of doing evangelism. But I like my way of doing it better than your way of not doing it.” D.L. Moody to a critic

[@kg1211]

Nate, as someone who has a lot of creative thoughts about how to do things and make them work, but doesn’t have the tools or time with something like a welder, I enjoy all your fab videos!! One day I’ll have those and in my opinion, there is no real wrong way to Fab something!! Keep them coming!!

[@ridiculex834]

Those two haters that gave a thumbs down must be heartless! Lol! I always love what you build. I don’t have the equipment, the space nor the skills. But you make me wish I did! Keep them coming!

[@jlautomotive6349]

I personally absolutely love this channel!! As I have stated in the past you have helped me learn to weld and take that “just stand back” approach on building things!!! Because of your channel I built myself a one off headache rack for my ‘08 F150! Constructive criticism is always a good thing but I completely understand where your coming from! Keep up the incredible work and can’t wait for the rest of this series!!!

[@jasonlittlejohn2805]

Love this idea with a budget build with what you have laying around. Wanted to do one like this but never got around to doing it but this has re-sparked my interest and my wheels are turning with ideas again. Keep up the great work and content!

[@Kingsize24]

I like it! I think this is a great start IMO!

[@jamesnichols187]

Awesome job! Did the same thing myself a couple of years ago with an old utility trailer I had sitting around. Fun project and saved me a ton of 💰. Keep up the great work Nate!

[@chrissolomon4251]

Nate, thank you for another awesome and inspiring build series! I appreciate you skill, humility, and out front honesty to all things fabrication and offroad. Keep it up and know that your willingness to share and inspire is a huge benefit to this community and beyond. Absolutely awesome stuff coming from your channel and I look forward to all your future plans, builds and adventures.

[@matthewjustice426]

This is the series I need to watch. I’m trying to build a trailer for a mobile welding rig attachment so it’s awesome to see you build this and how to beef it up. Keep it up

[@dfpfabrication9520]

I love recycling old parts like this! I just built a transmission crossmember out of the old track bars I removed from my YJ lol

[@jacobb5812]

Loving the trailer build gonna ask if this could work in anyway could you take a alternator and run it from the axle since the gears are going to be turning on the road anyway and use it to charge a on board battery system or would you have to use some kind of sprocket to gear the rpms up to match that of a engine belt or?. Just an idea I've had for awhile. Thanks

[@jwat2396]

I don't know if that would work but that's a really ingenious idea as far as I'm concerned.

[@12jeeplover]

I think this is going to be an awesome series because many of us have that clapped-out trailer that could now become a fun new project for us, so thank you for starting this.

[@JCPaintGuy]

As a person who is a creative, I totally understand having a bunch of extra, leftover, stuff lying around the shop. As a former homeschool dad, I understand even more using what you have and modifying it to make it suit your needs. I am totally stoked to watch this build. I also am learning a ton about fabrication. Metalworking has always been “magic” to me, since I’ve always men a musician or worked with wood. I wouldn’t give two craps about negative criticism, I would just say - “You do you and I’ll do me.” I hope to make it out that way to meet you some day - or if you come to Tennessee, we can meet here. Thanks for the great videos Nate, keep it up!!

[@geoffamon9462]

I always thought about do this (recycle/modify a trailer) for Overlanding, glad to see you doing it. Excited to see how it goes. Keep going!!!

[@gearlist]

Super pumped for this - going to be a huge inspiration series for a lot of us!

[@ShawnMaceno]

You’re worried about negative comments, you should see the snow plow I’m cobbling together to put on my tractor for the winter, lol! Keep it up, Nate, you do awesome stuff, and inspire us to do awesome stuff too!

[@modernoutlaw4307]

Been waiting for someone to do this on KZbin and the fact that your doing it makes it so much better. Love watching your videos. I’m a self taught fabricator. I’ve learned a lot from just by watching YOUR videos.

[@bc30cal99]

Looks like a worthy project sir, thanks for taking us along. My goodness do I hear you on getting anything government related done or changed, though you all sound worse south of us here in BC in that regard. Shocks are a good idea on a utility trailer!!! I've got to see about that on my firewood hauler utility trailer now! Thanks and stay well.

[@andrewsturgess2033]

I've been wanting to see something like this! Wife and I want to try to build an off road and I suggested the HF body as a starting point since I know nothing of vehicle frames.

[@tCrowbar]

The algorithm recommended this video after watching a couple videos on the TFL channel about the Gladiator. Love the idea of using what you having “lying around the shop,” and doing awesome stuff for cheap is always a plus. Can’t wait to see this build progress!

[@TIICProductions]

Alright, you've had a whole day. Give us a second video already!! I can't wait!!😂

[@slamboy66]

I had old jet ski and trailer. Trailer now goes camping.

[@DirtLifestyle]

Nice

[@jasondqd]

So pumped for this i was planning on building exactly what your doing and i never though to use an axle from a truck I was stuck figuring out how to make the stock axle work. I was gonna use the same wheels i have on my fj for bonus spares.

[@dennisfreebairn8754]

It’s the smart way to do it with existing trailer vin, plus it opens up the diy build better as you go, people watch your channel for progression in our skills. Great job Nate

[@kirkwd8829]

I truly appreciate the creative side and seeing the process, wheels turning, and seeing a set vision come to fruition. Truly appreciate your videos. Thank you.

[@CameronShute]

Super excited to watch this project come to life. The seam being up on the receiver tubing of that tongue will bother me the whole time though 😂 favorite off-road channel hands down!

[@marka1712]

Nice work. I’m glad to see another fabrication series going again. I love the fab stuff. It’s honestly the best content by far because there are so many adventure videos but there’s not any fabrication videos like yours and I appreciate the insight and tips I get as a newbie welder

[@richardraleigh6490]

Check out FabRats on youtube.

[@marka1712]

@@richardraleigh6490 thanks man I’ll give them a watch later

[@Wasbuttune]

You’re so right on there. Managing people is a lot different than just doing the work. Perfect is different for you, me and everyone else. Looks good to me, keep up the great work. 👍

[@wilkinsonfamily3342]

Bro this thing is legit. I love it because this crap is SO DAMNED EXPENSIVE and somebody handy can have a lot more fun for a lot less cash doing it this way.

[@killerdubber]

This is cool as hell man. Added to my bucket list for when I get my xj near completion. Good work.

[@JoeGarofaloII]

I haven't looked forward to a video as much as this one in a long time. Very nice! I actually have one of these trailers I might do this to 😎

[@T4RJon]

Just discovered this series. I'm currently learning to weld so I can complete my trailer build. Starting with a Jet Ski trailer I had laying around, and reinforcing it with steel. Using Timbren suspension, and modeling some of my ideas after a Patriot Campers X1. Looking forward to the rest of this series!

[@dinkflora7917]

Glad you are recycling old parts and not throwing them away. That's why we keep everything. Keep up the good work.

[@lynchingacers]

This looks great so far man, love the recycling aspect of all this!!

[@artemtsvetkov3655]

Good job man! I think it’s a really good idea to build with stuff you have around if you plan on doing another build. You can learn a ton on this build, see what you like and what you don’t and have much more refined build next time.

[@ndover3505]

I had a friend moving cross country. with some old t posts from a fence, and an old boat trailer and a cheap fluxcore welder, we banged out a shit trailer in a saturday. it ended up lasting 10 years and many thousands of miles. it wasnt pretty, but it worked. its great that you can show something people can do on a tight budget.

[@AndrewWilliams-vg5lg]

This is rad! I'm all about the slap together, function over fashion type projects. I can't believe the price of even the most simple trailers out there, so this is definitely refreshing to see!

[@slamboy66]

Are you going to use rear folding bed section for upper deck ? Was thinking that pinion going down the road could be used for a charging system (or a boat prop) .

[@JeepTherapy]

Interesting…

[@10RRASK]

Oh yeah mounting an alternator on the axle would be awesome!

[@anticsgarage5230]

The charging system idea is awesome!

[@Beandiptheredneck]

Thats actually a neat idea. The pinion would he spinning pretty close to engine rpm at speed, it would be hard to make it work though

[@slamboy66]

@@Beandiptheredneck OR AT LEAST AN ICE CREAM MAKER. LOL

[@Briantan1911]

I think this build is gonna be bad ass, love projects that are creative and made from shit laying around.

[@16minimonster16]

This is your channel this is your KZbin. This is your content. You do you! I love watching all your work on everything! Builds and adventures! Thank you for your videos!

[@dannmohr5721]

You do what you want your way and everybody else can take a rolling donut……carry on and watching……👍👍👍😁😁😁🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@allover4309]

No new vehicle inspections lololololol They've been trying to get rid of their customers for years. Let's go Brandon.

[@Bendejo-lm8wo]

Let’s go Brandon!

[@turtlealberigi]

I don't understand why so many people want to give the government more, control/oversight/power/money when it is so clearly terrible at most things. Imagine if we got our food from the government and they shut down.

[@johnvarner6053]

@@turtlealberigi yep! Let’s go Brandon!

[@mikebiron7339]

I love that you reused stuff lying around and that you rebuild that whimpy trailer. Awesome. I totally am onboard with this build and looking forward to watching part2.

[@mandeladams4793]

I enjoy the builds ; fabricating the challenges that you overcome... I completely understand the stand back and look for the next move that won't paint you into a corner. If you can, please continue to point out those challenges and how you overcame those obstacles those talking points greatly help me and it is one of the reasons I keep watching.

[@piasprojects]

Great base platform! Use what you got, definitely the best approach for any budget build. It makes a lot of sense to add strength down the middle as well as eliminating the bolts by welding them up. Very pumped to see this build, it is one of my goals to build an off-road trailer.

[@therenaissancetinker2972]

I’ve always wanted to hook an old alternator up to the pinion on one of these truck axle trailers and use it to charge a battery bank. Not efficient, I know, but an interesting bit of engineering. Keep up the good work!

[@wrm3016]

Looks pretty cool so far. Can't wait to see the final product. I built the smaller version HF trailer with sides and drop gate just to have an inexpensive garden/combo/Jeep trailer to pull around the property and occasional Jeep trip a few years ago. Pretty basic. I'm guessing this one will be awesome the way you do things!

[@RattleBoxMedia]

My neighbor has one of those Harbor Freight trailers and wants it beefed up. Your video is awesome! Thanks for putting this build together! It gives me some ideas as how to approach this project. I love watching these trailer build videos! Keep up the good work!

[@jakewilliams2303]

The reuse and rebuild theme is incredible, the creativity to take some junk and make something cool is inspiring.