Starting a new build

[older by the day]

 I have a good pick up only 46k miles and after seeing all the nice trailer builds, I decided to do a trailer build. It's just me and will be full living. Wondering what is a good trailer. I only want to buy this 1 time. 2 axles or 1, 6 x14 trailer size, door position etc. Thanks in advance for any help. 
PS : I want to start this build sooner than later.
Robert near Wichita, KS

 

[VanPlan to Roam]

I once did a cargo trailer build. I can’t give you ideas on the best trailer brand. But I can tell you that my cargo trailer was a 6x10. It was to small. I also had the ramp door on the back. I really wished that I had the barn doors on the back of it. Unless you have a bike you want to carry. The ramp doors really only make a wall lol.

 

[bullfrog]

First thing is to determine the capability of your truck. You need to know it’s weight carrying capacity, maximum tongue weight capacity, and towing capacity. You will need to approximate the weight of your build and know the weight of the trailer as well. Most want the largest trailer their truck can pull safely. In my opinion dual axles have many advantages over single. Other things like width will determine whether you can sleep sideways and therefore your floor plan. There are many things to consider. It is much easier to build for one person than two so you need to consider what the future might bring. TNTTT.com has a really good cargo trailer conversion forum, mainly for weekend campers but lots of good information there. If you have questions ask!

 

[older by the day]

Thanks for all your help so far. I am 6'3 and did not think about the sleeping thing. It's almost leaning toward buying a travel trailer. That would be a really fast way to have quarters for everything but also the most expensive, Hmmm. lol. I will keep watching.

 

[older by the day]

Thanks for all your help so far. I am 6'3 and did not think about the sleeping thing. It's almost leaning toward buying a travel trailer. That would be a really fast way to have quarters for everything but also the most expensive, Hmmm. lol. I will keep watching. Not sure if I set this page up for me to receive email replies.   [email protected]

 

[bullfrog]

Well it gets more difficult as most manufactured RVs are not really well built. In fact many suggest buying a used one so hopefully some of the problems have been addressed. When you start out with a cargo trailer it is made for hauling heavy loads and better equipped and built than most RVs which tends to make it last longer on rough roads which many use to get to more remote free camping sites and because you build it you can maintain and repair it knowing what you are dealing with. It is a lot of work but most likely cheaper in the long run. There are many that buy expensive smaller camper trailers and accept they will have to stay in areas with better roads and may have to live with floor plans that are not quite right for them such as beds or showers not tall or big enough to comfortably use them. At 6’3” I would suggest a 6 1/2’ or 7’ tall cargo trailer as you will want the least height that still gives you head room with built out floor and ceiling. There are not many small manufactured RVs that would accommodate people of your height and getting a good night’s sleep and a good shower can make a real difference. Again all of this depends on the ability of your truck to tow the trailer. A light weight 2 year old camper trailer may get the job done.

 

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[Gypsyjoe#1]

Bob Wells and HOWA deal with WeeRoll trailers for their builds, that might be worth looking into!!!!

 

[nature lover]

Everything I’ve seen about we roll has been good. Their units are solid well insulated. I’d consider one. They need enough that you can make your own components and just put them in there and you’re ready to go. Also I like supporting those who support us. The negative is I hear we roll is doing so well that are way behind in work so you have to be patient.

 

[ckelly78z]

If I were going to do a cargo trailer buildout, I would first start with a car hauler (8.5x16 tandum axle) cargo trailer. basically the fender wells are on the inside of the trailer, but allows you to have a long bed across the width of your trailer at the rear. I would go with a reverse mounted ramp door (goes up, rather than down) with shock struts to aid in lifting, and hold it in place. You could easily hang a shower enclosure from the overhead door, and some neat lights for a shade porch. You could add windows, solar, A/C, retractable screens for both doors.

https://americantrailerpros.com/pro...MI-smZvLKb7gIVZ-bjBx1kBwlxEAQYASABEgJtNPD_BwE

https://shop.stoett.com/sportscreen-retractable-screens-for-rv/

 

[older by the day]

There is much more to consider than I first thought. I need to win the lottery then I could just buy something really cool, lol

 

[Zmann]

Ditto on the duel axles and tow safely, most 350 only have 210 H.P. chances are you 're building on the cheap like 80% of the pop. Common sense boychick.

 

[jacqueg]

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[crofter]

Welcome to the forum!   -crofter