E2 Rebuilding a $750 TandemTrailer: Welding & Alignment Suspension Upgrade (Full DIY Tutorial!)

[@BrandonLund]

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[@HardwayRanch]

Voice of experience speaking here. Flip all the shackle bolts around so you can see the nuts from the side of the trailer. This makes it easy on a pre-trip to confirm all the nuts are there and easy to catch one backing off before it is gone.

[@BrandonLund]

You're absolutely right! I'm going to try that. Thanks!

[@Tubeagrutis]

Great vid, Brandon! I always learn so much from you. Thank you! I can"t wait for the next vid in this series.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks! I'm glad you're enjoying the series, I have lots more in store for this trailer!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man I really appreciate that. It's going pretty smooth so far. Fingers crossed, there are no surprises.

[@jmac3163]

Lots of good info. My guess as to why the fenders are cut and flattened is that at some point someone either severely overloaded the trailer or had oversized tires that rubbed the fenders so they cut and flattened them to keep them from rubbing.

[@BrandonLund]

Hmmmmm. Oddly enough, that rear axle tire on that side was much larger than the other 3. I think they blew a tire and used what they had for a spare. Your observation makes perfect sense now. Thank you! 👍

[@MrPdccru]

These projects are always fun to see come together! t's in good hands now, excited to see the end result 🇺🇸

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man, it's coming along nicely!

[@wynncull9415]

Once, a marvelous video. One observation. You need a shop to work in. Lol. Outside work sucks. Even though you make it look fun.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man! I definitely need a big shop! It's not so bad in the summer, it's actually pretty nice, but not so much in the winter lol.

[@davestewart9146]

I had to do some welding underneath my son’s Durango, let’s just say I got welding sparks where a guy shouldn’t lol and yes I wasn’t wearing the proper clothing, love the videos Brandon 👍😁

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Dave! There isn't much worse than working and welding under anything. Sparks, dirt, rust and 90% somehow manages to find its way into my eyes, regardless if I'm wearing glasses and a shield lol.

[@jaysmith4293]

I was thinking about the gate you were going to replace on the rear of the trailer. If it was mine I think I would Bill half of the trailer ramp/gate onto the rear of the trailer and have it angled downward. Then attach the hinges to the other half, it would make it a lot lighter than a full length ramp. I'm sure you've seen many of those on the road.

[@BrandonLund]

Funny you mention this...I've been toying with this idea for a couple weeks. Your suggestion might just be the push I needed. My only concern is putting a beaver tail can sometimes make getting out of low spots difficult, but I could also not make it too steep. I like the idea if a shorter ramp also. You got me thinking Jay! 🤔

[@richardwalters1803]

Mr. Lund, your video was great. If I may suggest a few videos since you work outside so much. How about a video of running a clean 30 amp circuit to your garage with an outside receptacle for 120 and or 240 also for your welders and air compressor. Just an idea

[@BrandonLund]

Great suggestion! This is definitely on my soon to do list. Probably in the next couple weeks or so 👍

[@richardwalters1803]

@@BrandonLund if it wasnt so far from Ohio, I'd offer to come up and help. Have a wonderful holiday season

[@BrandonLund]

I appreciate that Richard and same to you!

[@wynncull9415]

Well done on this video. One thing, you need to treat yourself to a building large enough to work inside. Welding outside always sucks. Keep up the good work.

[@BrandonLund]

You're absolutely right! It's definitely on the list!

[@AXNJXN1]

Well filmed Brandon. Love it and thanks for bringing us along!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man I appreciate it!

[@jaysmith4293]

That was great information on how to align the axles to the hitch.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Jay!

[@jimmacsuga2592]

Sure is fun to see you working on a project. Nice technique on alignment. One of these days I am going to do something with my utility trailer and these suggestions will come in handy!!! Nice welds!!! I thought you were going to weld the u-bolts to the axle????? Be well, be safe, be Blessed!!! Great JOB!!!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Jim, I appreciate you watching and commenting. If i lived closer, i would gladly help you 🙏

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Looking good Brandon, it's going to be great when finished. Thanks for sharing with us, keep up the good work. Fred.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Fred! It's been a fun project so far!

[@MinionsSmithy]

Love all the different components of this build, lol! "Brandon Lund Welds, and much more"!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks man I appreciate it. I'm enjoying the process although it's a good bit of work.

[@rogertaylor8615]

It's going to be awesome

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Roger! I hope so!

[@rogertaylor8615]

@BrandonLund you are very welcome my friend

[@earlcavenaugh6459]

Nice improvements! Have a great weekend!

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Earl! Have a great weekend also! It's COLD here today. 25 and 30 mph wind. Brrrrrrrrrrrrr

[@earlcavenaugh6459]

@ ugh. Lol. 50° here in Ft Worth today

[@BrandonLund]

Yah, rub it in! Hahaha 😂🙃🤪

[@chriskelly3678]

Learned something new. Can't wait to restore a trailer! AZ loves my MAIN friend

[@BrandonLund]

I appreciate that Chris, thank you! I hope you have a great weekend!

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Nicely done. Don’t you ever wished the helmet smaller to move around under there? Drive me nuts when I’m under trailer !! But finally got job done! Trailer tradem alignments good to know. I’m lucky enough not needing do it.

[@BrandonLund]

I hate working under anything. I'm constantly getting stuff in my hair and eyes and banging my head off everything LOL. And that's usually when I've gotten most all of my eye injuries 🙃

[@Goldwing1500rider]

Funny story to share… my dad was working under a front end loader in a shop, required wear hard hat… and he blew his top that hard hat was bumping all over under there, threw the hard hat across the shop, passing the safety inspectors. 😂😂😂😂😂

[@BrandonLund]

@Goldwing1500rider 🤣🤣🤣 I bet that was an interesting conversation afterwards lol 🤣😁

[@phillipkirbow8567]

Thanks for the lesson brother.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for your support man!

[@DanDelamatta]

As to your tripping circuit breaker, have you tried using a thicker gauge extension cord? (if you are using 14 gauge, for example, use 12 gauge instead, etc). Not sure if it will help, but extension cords that heat up due to heavy current draw drop more power than thicker gauge wires (that is, your power is going into heating the wires instead of being transferred to the instrument)

[@BrandonLund]

I think your probably right! I will have to give that a try. Thank you! 👍

[@rudyrivera7426]

You’re coming along! Brandon! Looking good! 👌👍Thanks sharing

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you for watching! I appreciate the support Rudy!

[@donaldhalls2189]

Guna be a sweet ride when you get finished, thanks for sharing, all the best to you and your loved ones

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you Donald, I hope so! Have a great weekend! 🙏

[@09FLTRMM77]

MM77 Approved 👍🏼👍🏼……………………………………………….WOW, you can teach an old dog new tricks! LOL Very informative.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks, man. I appreciate it. This comes from discovering what NOT to do in my younger years building trailers 🙃

[@PaulThomas-qo9vy]

Great trailer refresh series Brandon!👍

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Paul!

[@CathyDickersonFireflyMill]

I live in Louisiana. Unless those floor boards were replaced with white oak, they are pressure treated pine.

[@BrandonLund]

I think you're right. I will have to see if I can burn PT in the fireplace...

[@darrylwagar4144]

You should not burn it , the chemicals they use to treat the wood are harmful to you when burned.

[@CathyDickersonFireflyMill]

@ Any pine in general shouldn’t be burned in a fireplace because of the build up of creosote it causes in the chimney. This can lead to chimney fires.

[@charlesloar3210]

Great job and content. Like my welders with analog dials and numbers like the Hobart. No digital screens for me. Simple and last forever.

[@BrandonLund]

I agree! 💯

[@christianbos1691]

Hey Brandon, nice and educational video. I have no trailer but enjoy your work on this one, great idea to measure the axles. It's a little pity, we have to wait for a hole week but it's exiting to, to see what comes next. Have a great weekend and greetings, stay safe and take care of yourself.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks Christian! You too 👍

[@brianr555]

Looks like another fun project Brandon! Thanks for more education, and top notch techniques! Hope yall are doing well up there in the cold north east.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for the kind words! It's been a pretty rough winter so far, but at least the projects keep me busy!

[@darrylwagar4144]

Nice video, thanks for sharing.

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks for watching!

[@charlesloar3210]

I have a Lincoln 140 and use a 10gauge extension cord. Never trips breakers.

[@BrandonLund]

I should probably use a heavier cord. This one is #12 I think

[@chrisallen3741]

Great video

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you!

[@johnwoody4905]

good video and job i would not burn pressue treated wood in stove or fire place. my guess is bolts were not tighten and never aligned. i had a trailer that was half welded and ran side way sold it back to place i got it at a big loss. take care, be safe and well

[@BrandonLund]

Aww man, that stinks. When I pull the decking I'll have a good idea how all the other welds look

[@johnnavarro539]

thanks,😀 great info

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you!

[@MyBsquared]

👍

[@BrandonLund]

Thanks! 🙏

[@scottchastain1382]

Brandon you might want to check your amperage on your extension cord.

[@BrandonLund]

Good call!

[@DougLovejoy]

Loving this series Brandon. I am also someone who has to do the big work outdoors. Michigan is not nice in the winter! You gave away a YesWelder a couple of years ago. Curious on your thoughts 2 years later? They have some great deals going now on MP welders.

[@BrandonLund]

I'm really happy. The manufacturers of these imported welders have really stepped their game up. For the price, I really like Yeswelder and ArcCaptain. The Yeswelder MP200 is actually my dedicated mobile welding machine. I use it primarily for stick welding, but it also does mig and tig when I need it

[@BobOBob]

This is for everyone who comments "Brandon get a good shop to work in!" We, the viewers, need to do our part. Subscribe and TELL YOUR FRIENDS about the channel. 🙂

[@BrandonLund]

Thank you man! I appreciate your support, because its viewers like yourself and others that keep this channel growing. It wouldn't be possible without your support 🙏

[@scottchastain1382]

LOL! They would close all the schools here in Arkansas if they had that much snow.

[@BrandonLund]

Hahahaha

[@JemicoTX]

6:00 - Me predicting we will see stick welding (with all of that rust). Let's find out.... 24:13 Nope. Trusty Hobart 140 strikes again.

[@BrandonLund]

Hahahaha I was tempted! Some 6011 would have saved some time! I will for sure be doing some stick welding on this when I start doing some hitch area work.

[@chrislatorre3875]

I would have painted before reassembling.

[@BrandonLund]

Same, but painting in 20 degree weather is problematic. It's getting fully disassembled and blasted in the spring after all the mods and fabrication are done.

[@jasnapon]

I think you can too 🤣

[@jasonchampion9932]

New style of SLIP AXLE 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️😭🤣

[@BrandonLund]

Hahahaha perhaps 😂🤣😁

[@nelsonglass6]

You need a heavier gauge extension cord…

[@BrandonLund]

I think your right!

[@jakeschisler7525]

That floor might be coated with a mixture of used oil and diesel fuel, so might not want to burn it in the house!

[@BrandonLund]

Hahaha knowing my luck Jake, it would be. Reminds me of the time when I was in high school. My parents weren't home, so I figured I would start a fire for them in the fireplace for when they got home. I found a large box in the garage filled with shredded paper so I figured I would burn all of it. I accidentally started a chimney fire. It was scarry. No damage but it felt like the house was shaking. I'm very careful now not to get the fire too big and I clean the chimney every year to prevent it.

[@jakeschisler7525]

@BrandonLund the guy who had lived at this place I'm at now was a welder and not sure which one used a quarter inch pipe for the chimney in the building and talk about heavy duty. It runs from the ground outside up to where the connection goes into the building and way up past the roof where it should be. He made his own cap out of thick steel too! I bought a chimney sweep that hooks to a drill. He did leave an opening close to the bottom to do that. I put a piece of stove pipe to cover the hole and drilled and tapped the holes for bolts. The pipe is just big enough for a 6 inch pipe to fit in. There was a big wood stove that had been there but it didn't look to be in good shape so bought a new one.

[@BrandonLund]

Leave it to a welder to overbuild it! That will probably outlast time! 👍