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« on: April 16, 2018, 08:12:09 AM » |
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« Reply #1 on: April 16, 2018, 08:15:01 AM » |
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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?
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« Reply #2 on: April 16, 2018, 08:18:22 AM » |
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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
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« Reply #3 on: April 16, 2018, 08:21:29 AM » |
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Hauling a nuclear warhead in there?  |
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« Reply #4 on: April 16, 2018, 08:24:01 AM » |
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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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« Reply #5 on: April 16, 2018, 10:19:03 AM » |
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Embrace the snow, cut a hole, catch a fish!!!!!
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #6 on: April 16, 2018, 12:39:47 PM » |
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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?
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« Reply #7 on: April 16, 2018, 01:09:13 PM » |
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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   |
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John Schmidt
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« Reply #8 on: April 16, 2018, 03:11:17 PM » |
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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. |
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« Reply #9 on: April 17, 2018, 04:09:45 AM » |
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Wow! Although I posted that "suggestion" as a tongue n cheek idea. I like it.  I would suggest lengthening that tongue though. Otherwise you could end up with the tail wagging the dog. |
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« Reply #10 on: April 17, 2018, 07:48:43 AM » |
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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.  |
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« Reply #12 on: April 17, 2018, 08:22:56 AM » |
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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   |
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« Reply #13 on: April 17, 2018, 09:24:09 AM » |
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Rams
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« Reply #15 on: April 17, 2018, 04:14:43 PM » |
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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 Definitely needs more lighting. Preferably LEDs. Rams |
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« Reply #16 on: April 17, 2018, 04:49:03 PM » |
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More Lights!!!  |
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« Reply #17 on: April 17, 2018, 06:07:50 PM » |
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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.
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Rams
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« Reply #18 on: April 17, 2018, 06:11:41 PM » |
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More Lights!!! I'm think'n we're gett'n close...... |
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« Reply #19 on: April 17, 2018, 06:22:58 PM » |
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Needs a Baby on Board sticker.
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« Reply #20 on: April 17, 2018, 06:47:44 PM » |
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Needs a Baby on Board sticker.
Nope, maybe an Explosives On Board Hazmat sign would work though. Rams |
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« Reply #22 on: April 18, 2018, 05:51:06 AM » |
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Who need's a trailer.  |
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« Reply #23 on: April 18, 2018, 07:44:10 AM » |
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Motorcycle Touring is all about priority choices.   |
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« Reply #24 on: April 18, 2018, 08:43:27 AM » |
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Motorcycle Touring is all about priority choices. dishwasher is on the wrong side of the sink.  |
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« Reply #25 on: April 18, 2018, 08:50:51 AM » |
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Needed to place the main drain pipe closer to the grey water tank.
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« Reply #27 on: April 20, 2018, 07:47:06 AM » |
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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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