What I love and hate about my trailer - Urban Logging Trailer Build Pt 1

[@mcremona]

I cover most of the highlights in this video. There's a ton of small stuff that I skipped over (like those rear marker lights being so easy to smash off) but a lot of the other details will come up during the build. If you haven't noticed, I'm super excited for this build! It's going to be so nice to have a tool that is exactly right for my needs!

[@larrybe2900]

It appeared you did not mind going inside when you were done talking.

[@americafirst7785]

I can Appreciate your love of sawing up timber thanks I'm subscriber

[@realfoggy]

If you are doing the fabrication yourself, check out fireball tools. He is a KZbinr and has a line of welding squares that a bunch of other KZbinrs have been using and they seem to make fabricating a whole lot easier.

[@gregmislick1117]

@@realfoggy I believe that Matt has a couple of them already...and yeah, they are very nice looking. I first saw them on Alec Steel's channel when he had Mr. Fireball himself over for a visit.

[@realfoggy]

@@gregmislick1117 That's where I saw them first too. I also saw them on Abom79 and a few others that I can't recall at the moment. Did you happen to see his new line of tools? He made a video demonstrating them.

[@AndreaArzensek]

I have no interest in hauling logs or making a fat ass size trailer, yet I watched every second of your video. I find these so pleasing and entertaining to watch, thanks Matt.

[@MMABembel]

i have to watch for school

[@SteveP-vm1uc]

Matt, I love that you are building this trailer yourself. I know many excellent welders that I trust with my life, but to buy a ready made trailer is a worrisome thing for me and having one custom built is MONSTER MONEY.. I have a few suggestions. 1) Especially with the new dually, as it is not so nimble. Put a hitch on the front of the truck. It will help both at your house, but also when you have tight places to get in and load at other places. 2) If I were building this, I think I'd be looking at beveled sides. Maybe 70*s over the wheels. With only 1 log the trailer will be quite easy on the load, but with 2 or 3 the wedge sides will keep the load pushing to the center of the trailer. That will really help balance the load and keep it where you put it. 3) If yo make a taller arch and fasten the pivots close to the back of the rear wheels, you will probably only need to make 1 pick per log. As long as you stay under 13' 6" you can go under most bridges. Keeping it under 11" total should even get you under any telephone wires or power wires at people's homes. 4) TAG EYES.. Weld on MANY TAG EYES... You cannot have too many places to chain or strap things down on a trailer. Love the Dually!!!!

[@donvanco3078]

I don't have any comments on the trialer build (good luck with it!) - but I will say watching your neighbors in the background dig their way out of the snow I absolutely don't miss the weather up north. Greetings from Florida!

[@Asyougo-ministry]

I can't stop watching your videos. Your an inspiration Sir.

[@mcremona]

thank you!

[@larrylund2682]

Matt's Master class on Urban Log moving. Nothing is left to the imagination. Moral of the story is, dream it up and do it. As always Matthew is happy to share his grand adventure from the Great White North. Thanks for sharing.

[@mcremona]

Thanks Larry!

[@RPD8256]

Tongue jack access should be on the right (passenger) side for safety reasons. Don’t want to operate it from the driver (traffic) side if you’re stopped on the road-side and have your posterior hanging out in traffic. Same as doing all your tie downs on the passenger side so they can be accessed safely without any risks of traffic interferences. We just had this very issue here in Minnesota when a driver stopped along side the road to check his load and he was hit by a passing car. Stay safe when you’re out on the road. Love your videos. You are a true “Renaissance Man”!

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

Rich Dunn given the size of the flares on that truck and Matt’s modest posterior, I reckon he’ll be right...

[@zweg1321]

Good job explaining the new and old trailer

[@billy19461]

Put a receiver hitch on the front of your truck and it will be a lot easier to get into a tight place. I live in Louisiana and we do it all the time for backing up boats and small utility trailers.

[@JoeHolick]

Thanks for sharing your advice and experience! The jack is normally on the passenger side so if you have trouble on a busy road you aren't out in the traffic working on your rig. Your channel is SUPER!

[@dananelson8447]

Enjoying the build Matt. Thanks for showing us the utility of the log arch. Appreciate your enthusiasm. You have enough experience with the old trailer to build one best suited to your needs. Weld on.

[@rjtumble]

thanks for the tip about the lug nut count, I didn't know that. Looking forward to you getting a log that comes close to maxing out the new trailer.

[@mikebreidenbach9549]

I did not know either!

[@cherylcoates6820]

something that will help you with getting into tight areas is a receiver on the front of your truck. Then instead of backing in you simply drive the trailer into the yard.

[@chemcody5119]

I like that you have done all your homework Matt. So many people just hook up and go and have no idea whether or not they are towing safely. Looking forward to this build.

[@davesalzer3220]

I knew a one armed man back in the 80’s who built a big arch with hydraulic cylinders to power the boom angle. Big winch on top. He could literally load that 5 ton truck to the stops alone with a pair of big tongs. Amazing, Bill Hickey was a genuine genius.

[@pcdubya]

This is a great idea. I have to rig up something like for a bunch of logs/trees on my property that have fallen in all the recent storms. I usually cut what I can and let nature do the rest. Now I see this mini stonehenge contraption, too cool.

[@karolskakes388]

For visibility when backing a small trailer, I added CB antennas to both rear corners. I have used both 48" and the 102". By simply drilling and tapping the proper hole size, (one can also just weld on the proper nut), the antenna can be put on or removed as needed. Now your rear corners are visible, so you know where the trailer is tracking. Great video loaded with good information. Happy Holidays to All

[@PhilsWorkshop1953]

Matt a couple of suggestions for you to think about have a hitch put on the front might be handy for manoeuvring around and a split charge system to charge the battery as you drive it around or fit the battery to the truck then a hook up much like a commercial trailer

[@peterchristensen4860]

I was in ordnance/military service 22yrs and we had a specialty trailer very similar to yours BUT the arch mounted on a slide that ran on a very heavy built “ 18”knee wall “ so you could change the fulcrum point and ball hitch weight .

[@maryblaylock6545]

Have fun and be safe!

[@bquade70]

Hi Mr. C. Great video!

[@SteveC38]

That's a lot of thinking... I typically don't know what to expect for breakfast! You Rock Matt!

[@phillypauly]

can't wait. love your attitude about everything

[@Maker_of_Things]

I do love watching these bigger builds. Great seeing how you assess the need, and design the solution. I've built a few trailers in my time, smaller as I am in the UK, but I agree with the roller thing. I put a roller on the back of my log trailer thinking it would help. First log was fine, but often it also rested on the roller and meant the second log didn't benefit from it so it might as well not be there. Also had part loaded logs rolling back off when re setting the rigging. The biggest issue was the number of times I have climbed on to the trailer deck and stood on the roller by accident and was sent flying! By the third time I welded the roller solid. My log trailer had an extending tongue so I could carry longer lighter logs but still have a short 8' bed. I don't move logs anymore but my current small trailer also extends, but at the back end going from 6'6" to 8'2" mainly so that everything still fits on my drive. We have a little less space here in the UK. ;-)

[@mcremona]

I didn't think of that but I can see myself getting thrown by a roller. That's exactly my luck. thanks!

[@grahamstretch6863]

Alfred Chow Maker of Things I think if I were to build a trailer for this purpose I would put a 12 inch diameter 1/4 round (i.e 6” x 6” over a piece of 6” angle iron) on the rear corner to act as a pseudo roller.

[@kiwdwks]

Look forward to your trailer build. Thanks for your videos!

[@FredMcIntyre]

Looking forward to following along Matt! 😃👍🏻👊🏻

[@mcremona]

thanks fred!

[@ScottWalshWoodworking]

Nice ADR at 17:55! Looking forward to seeing the new trailer build!

[@jimmymyers1364]

You have done your homework and you are doing one hell of a good job building it looking forward to see the finished trailer

[@mcremona]

Thanks!

[@coburnlowman]

My neighbor has a vehicle / ag tractor hauling trailer that the axle tandems are a frame with springs n all just big enough to hold both axles and springs. That frame has steel rollers ( much like engine hoist rollers) that ride in the frame of the trailer. With pins pulled on both sides you lock the trailer brakes and back up. The weight of the rear will let the back deck go to the ground and the tong is hinged so the deck can pivot. I am thinking of building my own , but have the track able to slide more to the rear if I need tong weight but have a notch for regular pulling as well. He doesn't have a log arch , but we have self loaded many logs with it. Usually a piece of plywood works to get the log over the rear of the trailer. With this kinda trailer you wouldn't need rear jacks because the rear is on the ground while loading.

[@thehusband12]

I can’t wait to start urban logging when I retire from the military in a few years. Glad you’ll have it all figured out for me by then. I just gotta get back into welding and buy all your plans!

[@kaycox5555]

Well thought out; love seeing folks build or renovate on their own. Can't wait for the trailer series~!

[@mcremona]

Thank you!

[@kensaunders7905]

Thank you Mat...consistent and viewable.

[@mcremona]

Thanks Ken!

[@kevinmorin7965]

Matt, one way to avoid drop axles is to add a "beaver tail" ramp sloped up the back of the deck of the trailer. The log arch/gantry would be hinged to a lower point closer to the ground and the slope, being a metal deck, would slide the logs up while the deck itself would remain higher and the axle/spring hangars would remain "stock" instead of getting the ht change from the drop axle profile? rotisserie is a good idea for this size fab- reduces the weld position issues resulting in higher quality welds with less effort.

[@arnoldromppai5395]

as a welder/mfg for my whole life, 59 now, i custom build trailers, what you need is a 5th wheel trailer, they are ten time essayer to maneuver into tight places, you can keep it short and put more weight over the truck axcels. and a place to mount your winch up out of the way, and at a far easyer pull, and a place to store all your tools and equipment up on the front, a 5th wheel is by far easyer to back up and you can see the trailer line up so much better at all times, it is also by far a much saferr trailer, weld your spring hangers on to a 2x4 tubing under your main trailer main rails and well a set of ears just a head of you front spring hangers and a set just back of you back spring hangers with 1" holes in them, then on your main rails drill 1-1/4 inch holes in 3 different points on your rails and weld in 1" bushing, now you can set the electric brakes on the trailer pull the 4 pins and back up or go forward to the next set of holes to move the asembly back more or forward, it is the handiest thing to have when haling so many different loads, i have it on mine, and wounder how i did with out that option . in any case get away from the ball hitch

[@AdamMelton]

Excited to see this build. One feature idea for the new trailer is to automatically engage the electric trailer brakes when you turn on the battery for the winch. That should also put less stress on the new rear supports.

[@nordyfamily]

Great work! Thanks for taking the time to make, film, edit and share.

[@ga5743]

You sure know how to back up with that truck/trailer. I’ve watched many of your videos Matt, ever since David Picciuto suggested your channel in his videos. Many good wishes to you and your family for the new year. Love seeing the kids grow too.

[@mcremona]

Thanks for being here :)

[@OldNew45]

Awesome. I laughed, because I've been talking to a lot of tree crews lately, and need to get a trailer so I won't keep losing out on some of these amazing logs. I've been eyeing a trailer just like the one you have, and contemplating the same type of rig (with some slight differences of course).

[@rockeerockey6941]

Very well planed out! You've put a great deal of thought into the new trailer! Good Luck

[@mcremona]

thanks!

[@danaskubic2145]

As usual, a great video Matt. Looking forward to the upcoming build series. When finished you can use the trailer twirler for a neighborhood pig roast. Thanks for sharing. Have a good day.

[@davedowding5883]

So well presented! You have such an ability to communicate your ideas, plans and actions on your plans. I’m not in your business, but I do use thicker slabs, since I turn larger vessels for both functional and art objects. I came to know about you through the WoodWhisperer. I really enjoy all your videos so far. I wish you great success with this build. I really appreciate your “can-do” attitude and your skills. You also have such a keen artistic sense. You are quite an amazing package sir. Thanks for sharing you experiences through your videos! Be safe and keep smiling. Good luck from Texas y’all.

[@mcremona]

Thank you so much Dave!

[@donnymcarter]

Good stuff, Matt! I’m looking forward to the build!

[@mcremona]

Thanks Donny!

[@joetterolison4093]

We have a 6'x10' Dump Trailer and now I am thinking of adding an arch and winch to the trailer The rear door frame has rusted out and needs to be rebuilt anyway So a new Door and Lifting arc are an interesting idea I might even look into using Hydraulic Cylinders instead of a winch since it already has the Hydraulics for lifting the Bed Thanks Ken in Florida

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Matt: This was outstanding! I am close to considering just such a trailer for myself, and you answered so many questions. I will be checking out a custom build, as I have about 6 reputable companies in my area who do this. I cannot wait to see the progress on this. Honestly, I think of you everyday as I drive around and see all of these beautiful logs lying around people's yards or ads on FB or Craigslist. Thanks for all that you do to inspire all of us!

[@mcremona]

Thanks John!!

[@WorkingTimbersCo]

Matt, love this stuff man! You are awesome for sharing all this knowledge!

[@mcremona]

Thanks!

[@befmx31]

I would love to be able to build something like this. Even the apparatus you build to flip the trailer. Pretty damn cool!

[@mcremona]

Thanks!!

[@Coolboater1]

Matt, if you could please, include a strategy as to how you designed and built your "trailer rotisserie". Very cool. Also, while I have you her, why did you select 6"channel for the cross members instead of tubing, and are they also 1/4"?

[@mcremona]

The rotisserie was designed around the scraps I had to construct it. The biggest factor was the height as it needed to be at least as tall and half the trailer’s width. The cross members on the trailer are 4” channel with a web thickness of .2”. There’s a bit of weight saving with those being channel and not tube

[@BCdesign1]

Large and obnoxiously shaped logs, I like that description!

[@nathansmith5229]

1000% agree with every word you said. would like to add 6000# axles are very very rare so if you have 8 lugs you are almost certain to have 7000# or bigger.

[@CB_ChaosLove]

You rock and your vibe is awesome!!

[@j.d.linkdesigns9263]

I do close to the same things you are doing, but here in Pennsylvania. Find HUGE logs (the more crotch figure, the better), figure out how to drag them home, set up the camera and mill them up. I've been watching your processes, not only with your metal working but your large log acquisition and milling. I run a double ended alaskan mill and a really old woodmizer band mill. I pick up logs using an 18 foot car hauler and my old flat bed truck and a winch. I've been working on how to put a removable log arch on my car hauler for a while, I just don't have the metal working knowledge or equipment, do you have plans drawn up for the log arch you currently have built? I enjoy watching your videos along with your explanations of what your doing, keep up the good work! And it snows a lot here too!!! Hahaha

[@mcremona]

I have some drawings here: www.mattcremona.com/urban-logging/equipment/log-trailer/log-loading-arch-details?cntxt=437

[@mcremona]

Keep up the good work!

[@j.d.linkdesigns9263]

@@mcremona Thanks!

[@Superdave86115]

@@mcremona Thank you for posting the plans, that's just what I needed to get me started on an arch also....wish me luck

[@iROBODUDE]

It seems that a recessed roller would be nice. Mounting it from the back side and not the outside, only exposing a slight bit of the round. This would allow a smooth transition when needed but there would be no way that anything could catch on it.

[@trentR3437]

My thoughts exactly put a break system on it with a gear and spring latch system 4 one way rolling no worries about it allowing rollback just like a hand winch

[@anthonybennallack9087]

Consider a push pull conveyor belt, belly dump system. I'm having a trailer built with that system and a knuckle boom on tongue!!! 22' long, tandem duelly wheels. Check out the ant trailer.

[@scotts834]

Matt, a small motor and a old truck axle could make your trailer very maneuverable, saw a retired fellows wood splitter it was huge, he added a hydraulic motor to the axle. Wasn't fast maybe a foot per second....thought I'd give you an idea since you're building from scratch. Love the videos keep up the good work.

[@r.j.sworkshop7883]

Matt, one item on steel pricing, you said that the trailer is roughly 3000# and you said that steel will be about $2500, so I am going to assume that you are roughly paying about $1 a pound for steel. I don't do many large steel projects, but I have done a few 1000#+ projects and just recently a 3000#+ project, and I called around to every place that I could get steel from and most places quoted the same price if I bought 1# or 1000#. I found, and have used a steel shop that is about 45 minutes away that will pass along volume discounts based on weight. There is a break at 500#, 1000# and 2500#. It can be significant, my last 3000#+ project the quote was discounted 38% off of retail. I know this won't be the case in every location, but the extra time looking and quoting from more distance suppliers has more than made up for it on these few larger projects. Good luck on the build and I look forward to the upcoming videos. R.J.

[@jamesbarisitz4794]

Quick idea. Where the deck and the ramp meet. Increase the gap eough to accommodate a pipe welded flush to each plane. Ramp and non roller bullnose roller?👍Can't wait for the build.

[@dnngskn62]

Let the build begin. When better than winter.Lol

[@paulkoomen5262]

Good explanation of why you are building a new trailer. Yes you can have it done by custom shop.But then you would not have the satisfaction for having done it yourself, and knowing how it was all done. Plus you cost would be higher. The rotisserie is not something a home builder will make to build their trailer nice touch, and yes it will make welding a lot easier, some thing I will also do when I build my Trailer in 2020 after all the white stuff is off the ground. Merry Christmas to you and your Family.

[@mcremona]

Thanks Paul!

[@johntheloft]

Matthew - thanks for the video - really enjoyed your talk though about design, cost ect. I have to say you must have some really understanding neighbours. If I attempted that here in the UK my house would be surrounded by Council Officials.

[@grahamstretch6863]

Roscoe Wilder Yes you are not wrong, mum and dad had a VW LT camper and a small classic 1972 caravan on their drive, new guy moves in and the place was swarming with council officials within a week! Hmm planning? use? rates? Fortunately we had 20 yr old photos of the caravan in the same place on the drive and in Spain and France and Germany which = sod off its a touring caravan and it is stored behind the building line! I was just overhauling the running gear getting it ready to use be used behind my classic Triumph when all this lockdown kicked in. 😢😢

[@steveskouson9620]

Matt, thank you for the Saw Stop plug! I work at a place that sells that saw. (Or, all their saws.) Can you imagine a saw company that actually shows pictures of cut and nicked fingers, on the OUTSIDE of the box? LOVE IT! Guys, if you're in the Phoenix AZ area, look up Timber Woodworking, in Mesa. (Sorry for the plug, Matt. But, these guys ROCK!) steve

[@oldiousnei]

The trailer looks awesome.

[@JohnHarmon]

In addition, building something is fun and rewarding in and of itself

[@VitorMadeira]

Great video! Thank you so very much and greetings from Portugal.

[@IEnjoyCreatingVideos]

Great video Matt! Thank you for sharing it with us.👌👍😎JP

[@leifjenkinson4039]

Use to be involved in back and snaking trailers into exceedingly tight places. The worst were "short coupled" - typically like a snowmachine trailer. They have one of the defects you are designing out - the driver couldn't see them. They "respond" too fast; the slightest movement of the steering wheel and the trailer was out of control: pull forward, convince the driver to follow orders, do it again. Looks like your new tongue, and maybe axle placement, solves that. You are good at backing! Most people aren't. Find a farmer, say to him: please parallel-park it over there. 3 minutes later: Thank you sir or mam, shut it off and set your parking brake. Good job. (Were you a farmer in another life, Matt?)

[@Wordsnwood]

I will never do this, but enjoy watching the process. I think you should paint it yellow.

[@mcremona]

I will never paint my shower but I enjoyed watching the process and aftermath :D

[@Wordsnwood]

@@mcremona Ouch, burn. Share my pain.

[@mcremona]

😂😂

[@joeschmoe4894]

Good info, from a gut that knows from experience.

[@rlund3]

Excellent editing and very interesting video.

[@mcremona]

thank you!

[@rlund3]

@@mcremona You're welcome.

[@alexcarrie4526]

Love it nice job, good luck.

[@mcremona]

Thanks!

[@paulstanding7267]

Hi Matthew nice vlog love the snow.❄️ I’m glad you showed where you live for some reason I had you out in the sticks ( country side ) now I understand why you have maxed your outside buildings hope not to cold 🥶 hope you and your family have a nice thanksgiving if you have one 😀😀👍

[@9282247]

Have you thought of doing angled deck at the back of the trailer? Kind of like a car trailer. Love your videos. Thanks

[@salmonhunter7414]

A Long beaver tail?

[@kamurray67]

Where I am from that is called a dove tail

[@mcremona]

Yes, it adds an extra hump to get over and doesn't contribute to usable deck space

[@nathansmith5229]

the back of the trailer would drag on the ground. not good if you are in a yard.

[@arnoldromppai5395]

@@mcremona depends how you build it if it is usable or not

[@infoanorexic]

how are the plans coming along ... for converting your trailer 'rotary' to a giant log turning lathe, once you are done with the trailer ??? 😁 Maybe I shouldn't throw wild ideas about, one of these days someone will take me seriously and actually make one of them work... A few more practical ideas that came to me: If you are going to "retire" the old trailer, you might consider keeping the arch from it, and make a non-hinged mount point for it at the front of the new trailer. Being able to pull cable at the incline that would provide might be helpful. With that and a 2nd winch (or a dual spool) your handling options should be much wider. And if you decide you need a front bulkhead, there's your frame for it. Provisions for adding on a short dovetail/beavertail on the back might be something to think on as well. I noticed that you did get a snowblower attachment with your little skid steer. So, how many new friends did you discover with the first snow storm???

[@thatellipsisguy8984]

diggerop isn’t that pretty much how they make plywood?

[@infoanorexic]

@@thatellipsisguy8984 What little I can remember from a film I'd seen as a boy, it did involve turning a log, and peeling layers of fiber from it in sheets. I just can't remember if the device worked like a lathe (turning from centers) or not. Seeing that was up to 50 years ago now, and who knows how old the film was then...

[@mrbob55304]

@14:25 The jack is on the passenger side for safety reasons. You can get to it safely if you're pulled over somewhere on the shoulder. (Same with ratchet straps--you want the binder mechanism on the passenger side so you can check/adjust them safely.)

[@robertmorris8709]

A lot of thought has gone into your planning. Do add some gussets to tongue for extra rigidity, will give you some more area for hold down points for other tie downs? By the way? What color are you planning on? Color of dually would be amazing. Good luck.

[@thesplinteredfinger]

You know what they say, it’s always something. Sounds like a well thought out plan!

[@tkjazzer]

You just started welding with this project? Impressive

[@reubentheobald]

Hey Matt, would it also be useful to raise the height of the winch so that it doesn't have to run over the log when it's up on the trailer deck? This would also reduce some of the dragging friction by pulling more parallel to the deck.

[@carlthor91]

My thoughts exactly, but then he said, no goose neck, oh boy! Cheers

[@jaydunbar7538]

The only problem would be making the raised platform sturdy enough for the massive amount of pressure it would see being raised, basically be turning the mounting point into a lever.

[@reubentheobald]

You could triangulate a little platform off the drawbar without too much difficulty (only needs to be stronger than the cable), or even leave the winch low and build a raised pulley in a similar way (the compressive legs would need to be stronger for this option).

[@dustwoodstudios7580]

This is awesome man, just like the band saw, I wish one day a get to build a trailer too... So excited for this video series... 🤙🏻

[@mcremona]

Thanks!!

[@CCCfeinman55]

Rollers don’t make real sense for your major applications. One nod to ease of loading might be to weld a piece of pipe tangential to the bed and the angled rear plate. It provides a rounded transition between near-vertical and the flat of the bed.....for those occasions when odd shapes and edges tend to want to catch on that rather sharp transition...excited to see your new build and the ideas you incorporate into it, as based on your experience. Best Holiday Wishes!

[@MarcDupont]

might also want to add a ball to the front of the small truck for extra maneuverability when using the trailer as a crane or in tight spots.

[@royreynolds108]

Good idea. Easier to see when maneuvering than when backing up.

[@jgriff19861947]

Very smart the way you set this up nice work

[@mcremona]

Thanks!

[@joetterolison4093]

Just a thought for an additional Triangular Tool to use when loading large logs What if You made a 2 to 3 foot high Triangular shaped metal structure with the top made with the tip cutoff and a flat bar a foot wide horizontal to the ground or left it as a triangle so the tip bites into the bark better (Maybe Taller) So the Log will be airborne for most of it movement onto the trailer before it touches the deck at all Imagine that You stop the lifting arch before its just past perpendicular to the trailer Then take that Triangular device with the POINTED TIP placed it as far back under the log and continue loading the log with the main Arch and winch The log will be totally in the air and supported by that Triangular Tool and the Lifting Arch Then once it has a bite in the log You continue Your loading and the tail of the log will lift until the Triangular Tool is straight up and as the log moves forward the log begins to lower slowly onto the trailer deck ***( Not sure how to slow the Triangular Tool down once it goes past the peak of its movement)*** *** Maybe do not put the Triangular Tool in place until the Lifting Arch goes past its peak and the log is closer to the deck before the Triangular Tool reaches its perpendicular position )*** Maybe use the Triangular Tool Just before the log makes contact with the tail of the trailer deck so the log starts lifting before rubbing on the trailer The front of the log moves forward and the Triangular Tool lifts the tail of the log and no dragging on the trailer until the Triangular Tool pivots past its peak and then begins to lower the tail of the log onto the trailer and it falls free once the log is on trailer Reason for this idea would remove the Coefficient of Drag of the log on the trailer deck and the ground and the end of the trailer Little or NO DAMAGE to the trailer from it dragging across the rear It would act like a CRUTCH for the tail of the log and raise it above the tail of the trailer I believe the load on Your Winch will be drastically reduced and assist in its ease of doing the work and reduce the wear and tear on the Winch and the cables and the deck of the trailer Just an idea The only other idea would be make 2 Arches and lift the entire log and simply back under it, but that involves a frame setup like the ones they deliver Cemetery Cement vaults with Thanks for all Your videos Ken in Florida

[@markpalmer3071]

I've been watching your instagram videos on this build, can't wait to see it, but for now, I think I spent more time looking at that massive RAM truck. We've only just got them over here in Aus but they are way too expensive.

[@mcremona]

They’re not very cheap over here either. I went used which helped but it’s still crazy how much a truck costs

[@markpalmer3071]

@@mcremona So much towing ability though! That's great, keep up the excellent content. :)

[@johnpyle8027]

I started watching this backwards! The whole time I was wondering if you were going to buy a semi to pull this 10'000 lb. empty trailer. I hope the dually I see is what you will use. I have not seen dump trailers built this heavy! I guess too much is better than not enough though! lol

[@stevefromlondon9175]

Love your video there always easy to watch with out crazy music playing one question how do you get on with your neighbour with your mill going etc Regards Steve UK London

[@mcremona]

Thanks! We get on quite well

[@ronwc64]

So what do you think instead of having your winch hook connecting to your arch but attaching a pulley to the arch that the winch cable and hook to run through. The cable with hook will wrap around the log or connect to a chain wrapped around the log. As I didn't read all comments this may already have been mentioned. Sorry if this is the case lol.

[@stevekozlowski969]

Hey matthew when you put the alxes in the trailer remember that 60% in the front and 40% load in the back that is for the deck length Like your videos from the band saw to the wood working you do and for have April on one of your video you made on the band saw

[@mcremona]

I went to 64% thanks!

[@anthonybennallack9087]

Great idea, how high can you make the arch? My 12' dump trailer is 12' by 6'6" wide inner box. Your idea, I could mount hinge outside box, at a 14' arch height. I would most likely attach hinge point, where it will allow tailgate to open and be hooked . So about 12" from end of trailer.

[@sibat777]

Good luck with the build, have you considered having the axles moveable forward and back to balance the trailer

[@ypop417]

I did that with a trailer once it gets tiring to move the axels ended up leaving them in one spot and shifting the load. (trailer brake wiring is a challenge as well)

[@donaldmoore5785]

I can see it all now. You build a bigger trailer to get bigger logs and pretty soon you will need a bigger saw. Then more storage space. And a bigger shop. The cascade of bigger stuff needed will spin horribly out of control! Please for your own sake stop this madness before it is too late! :) Seriously, a great video and project. Thanks so much for sharing not just the steps you will go through to build it but your thoughts behind the decisions you are making. This will be fun!

[@mcremona]

lol it more like now the capacity of the saw and trailer are matched :) Thanks!

[@TheWhimsicalWoodworker]

New trailer build! Woo hoo!

[@granferthegeek4273]

Yeah time to get the mig welder out and change batteries in the helment, excited. BTW you got me at the end of the video, I was going what is that big steel wall??? Lol 😄

[@mcremona]

hahaha technically it is a wall in that orientation :D

[@fred-mb500slr]

Me to. Took a second view to realize what I was looking at. Great job. Matt

[@h2energynow]

The distance from tong is also a safety factor, If every the wire or mechanism break, that extra length might add another safety factor. Awesome video.

[@scottwolfe3333]

Looks awesome and fun to do!

[@RobertFay]

*Excellent tutorial, Matthew. - Would it be wise for the arch build to have an outside width equal to the wheel width? How could that make things more deft when dealing with broad branched timber? What other capabilities would arise from that design width?*

[@bfd1565]

Fun and interesting video Matt.

[@jryanramer]

I could see a dovetail on the end of the trailer being really useful for your application. Not sure how that would effect the arch though.

[@grahamstretch6863]

Justin Ramer Is that what we call a beaver tail, slope down at the back?

[@98grand5point9]

Has anyone mentioned putting a hitch on the front of your trucks ? Great videos

[@jeffreycollins7297]

I asked my Dad that question one time about the placement of the jack on the trailer, he said it was so when you are on the side of the road, you aren't with your back to the road. All about being careful.

[@gregmislick1117]

good point ... but you could always have 2 jacks, 1 for convenience and one for road issues. My Travel Trailer has center jack which you can access from either side ( and it's electric...but man, your finger gets sore holding that button down ;) )

[@davidpape9726]

The new trailer design is sounding good. You could slope the back foot of the deck like a car hauler and enclose the roller at the apex.

[@mcremona]

I prefer to just have a low deck and not have an extra obstacle. The tail is also not really usable deck space so it adds unnecessary length. Thanks!

[@jdram58]

I have seen on some sites people giving heavy duty tandem axle trailers away for free or very cheap and wondered why in the oil boom days good for hauling tractors or backhoes and things not sure what the reason was.? Probably require a lot of maintenance or something I have knbown traiklers to have braking issues only to find it wasnt the trailer but instead it was the brake switch on the truck that was messed up.