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Took Rams Suggestion for a Tandem Bike Trailer

Started by Alberta Patriot, Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:12:09

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Alberta Patriot

Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:12:09
"Well shoot, if we're gonna go first class, then make it tandem axle, tilt bed with lots of lights.... ;)

Rams"

Well....I have it here including a beer cooler on the back  :cooldude:

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northernvalk

#1
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:15:01
cool concept but I am not sure why two axles are needed? Seems like the reduction in tongue weight might not be worth the extra tow weight?

Alberta Patriot

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Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:18:22 Last Edit: Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:20:51 by 7th_son
Quote from: northernvalk on Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:15:01
cool concept but I am not sure why two axles are needed? Seems like the reduction in tongue weight might not be worth the extra tow weight?
I guess I forgot the "LOL" at the end of my post... ;)
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Gryphon Rider

#3
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:21:29
Hauling a nuclear warhead in there?

Alberta Patriot

#4
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:24:01 Last Edit: Mon 16, Apr 2018, 13:16:12 by 7th_son
Quote from: Gryphon Rider on Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:21:29
Hauling a nuclear warhead in there?


No "Little Boy"...Just a Snowblower for this Karrrrappy weather...the only "Fat Man" is the guy pulling the trailer  :)
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northernvalk

#5
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 12:19:03
Embrace the snow, cut a hole, catch a fish!!!!!

John Schmidt

#6
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 14:39:47
I'm looking for a ready made container about the size of a Uni-Go trailer. I'm wanting to mount it on a single wheel frame for towing, any suggestions?

Gryphon Rider

#7
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 15:09:13
Quote from: John Schmidt on Mon 16, Apr 2018, 14:39:47
I'm looking for a ready made container about the size of a Uni-Go trailer. I'm wanting to mount it on a single wheel frame for towing, any suggestions?
I think a Rubbermaid ActionPacker might do the trick.  I used the 8 gallon model (the smallest one) as a top box on the rear cargo rack when I had my Suzuki, and when I added a gasket to seal the lid, it was water-tight riding in the rain.  The 35 or 48 gallon versions might be what you're looking for.

http://www.rubbermaid.com/en-US/shop-products/storage-boxes/storage-boxes/actionpacker%C2%AE





John Schmidt

#8
Mon 16, Apr 2018, 17:11:17
I like that bottom picture size-wise. I'd probably get the wheel in a bit closer, just toying with ideas at the moment for possible future use. I'd like to find a commercially made unit but so far no luck....at least for my price.  ;)

Rams

#9
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 06:09:45
Quote from: 7th_son on Mon 16, Apr 2018, 10:12:09
"Well shoot, if we're gonna go first class, then make it tandem axle, tilt bed with lots of lights.... ;)

Rams"

Well....I have it here including a beer cooler on the back  :cooldude:



Wow!   Although I posted that "suggestion" as a tongue n cheek idea.    I like it.   :cooldude:

I would suggest lengthening that tongue though.    Otherwise you could end up with the tail wagging the dog. 
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John Schmidt

#10
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 09:48:43
Knowing how thirsty some of us get, the cooler mounted in back could create some weight distribution problems.  After lengthening the tongue I'd sure move that cooler to the front for better weight distribution.....plus it's that much closer to you in case of heat exhaustion. :roll:

Gryphon Rider

#11
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:01:46 Last Edit: Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:04:20 by Gryphon Rider
Why stop there?


Alberta Patriot

#12
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:22:56 Last Edit: Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:41:03 by 7th_son
It was a fun styling exercise, even more so with the tongue in cheek tandem wheel version with the beer cooler...be right back with an extended hitch location
Added a few extra coolers for the cross country trip to Inzane  :o

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¿spoom

#14
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 11:25:37
Quote from: Gryphon Rider on Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:01:46
Why stop there?



Riding with sandals? That's unsafe!

Rams

#15
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 18:14:43
Quote from: 7th_son on Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:22:56
It was a fun styling exercise, even more so with the tongue in cheek tandem wheel version with the beer cooler...be right back with an extended hitch location
Added a few extra coolers for the cross country trip to Inzane  :o



Definitely needs more lighting.   Preferably LEDs.   :cooldude:

Rams
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Alberta Patriot

#16
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 18:49:03
More Lights!!!

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Jess from VA

#17
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 20:07:50
I don't like all the coolers, but I do like the idea of being able to sleep in one.

Beats the hell out of packing up muddy, wet tents.  Warm, dry and off the ground.

Would just need a pee tube drain underneath, and maybe a small TV.

Only thing is it would have to latch from the inside. 

Way too many jokers would lock it from the outside.

If you had your girl, you'd just have to take turns on top or bottom. 

Rams

#18
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 20:11:41
Quote from: 7th_son on Tue 17, Apr 2018, 18:49:03
More Lights!!!



I'm think'n we're gett'n close......

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Jess from VA

#19
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 20:22:58
Needs a Baby on Board sticker.

Rams

#20
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 20:47:44
Quote from: Jess from VA on Tue 17, Apr 2018, 20:22:58
Needs a Baby on Board sticker.

Nope, maybe an Explosives On Board Hazmat sign would work though.   :cooldude:

Rams
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#21
Tue 17, Apr 2018, 21:46:09
Quote from: Gryphon Rider on Tue 17, Apr 2018, 10:01:46
Why stop there?



Is CocaCola outlawed in the Orient ? Looks to be 80% Pepsi.  ;)

Ramie

#22
Wed 18, Apr 2018, 07:51:06
Who need's a trailer.

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Alberta Patriot

#23
Wed 18, Apr 2018, 09:44:10 Last Edit: Wed 18, Apr 2018, 09:51:09 by 7th_son
Motorcycle Touring is all about priority choices.  :-\

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Gavin_Sons

#24
Wed 18, Apr 2018, 10:43:27
Quote from: 7th_son on Wed 18, Apr 2018, 09:44:10
Motorcycle Touring is all about priority choices.  :-\



dishwasher is on the wrong side of the sink.  :evil:

Alberta Patriot

#25
Wed 18, Apr 2018, 10:50:51 Last Edit: Wed 18, Apr 2018, 12:50:25 by 7th_son
Needed to place the main drain pipe closer to the grey water tank.
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Bigwolf

#26
Fri 20, Apr 2018, 01:41:50
Just in case someone is serious about getting a trailer,......If you are looking for a trailer, you might want to look around.  Check these 2 links for a reference.  I have no dog in this but just pulled these up on craigslist.

Nice looking and 12 inch wheels but a bit more pricey. https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/tro/d/2009-road-dog-motorcycle/6562401963.html

More of a utilitarian but still nice look and cheap for what it is trailer. https://clarksville.craigslist.org/tro/d/motorcycle-trailer/6564620184.html

Bigwolf

Alberta Patriot

#27
Fri 20, Apr 2018, 09:47:06 Last Edit: Fri 20, Apr 2018, 09:49:43 by 7th_son
All kidding aside, if you want something similar to the original concept I posted, and have a few metal working skills and access to a metal salvage business, one of these could be put together for around a thousand bucks.

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