Snappy Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 723 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 22 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 385 Content Per Day: 0.36 Reputation: 319 Achievement Points: 3,293 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/09/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Monday at 06:17 PM Device: Windows Share Posted May 22, 2021 I went up to Universal Trailer today to check on the progress of my new trailer. For those of you that have trailers, What do you wish you had added or done to the trailer to make life easier in the desert? Thanks in advance for the ideas!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snappy Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 723 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 22 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 385 Content Per Day: 0.36 Reputation: 319 Achievement Points: 3,293 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/09/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Monday at 06:17 PM Device: Windows Author Share Posted May 22, 2021 And YES, The stripper pole was added!!🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
In Excess Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 928 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 20 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 174 Content Per Day: 0.16 Reputation: 195 Achievement Points: 1,360 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/18/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 4 hours ago Device: iPhone Share Posted May 22, 2021 Floor storage 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forum Moderator SandTrap Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 7 Group: Forum Moderator Followers: 1 Topic Count: 117 Topics Per Day: 0.11 Content Count: 2,611 Content Per Day: 2.41 Reputation: 1,072 Achievement Points: 19,853 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 3 Joined: 04/30/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Yesterday at 09:50 PM Birthday: 05/09/1971 Device: Windows Forum Moderator Share Posted May 22, 2021 Line X the floor.. and the more tie downs the better floor and wall 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineFunco Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 85 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 528 Content Per Day: 0.49 Reputation: 603 Achievement Points: 4,069 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 6 hours ago Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 22, 2021 Make it a stacker so you can bring the Nova as well. Dune all day, and Gecko Rd. burnouts in the Nova at night. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineFunco Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 85 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 528 Content Per Day: 0.49 Reputation: 603 Achievement Points: 4,069 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 6 hours ago Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 22, 2021 Ladder to get to the roof. Flag mount. Air lines plumbed to all four corners or at least front and back camp side. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineFunco Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 85 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 528 Content Per Day: 0.49 Reputation: 603 Achievement Points: 4,069 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 6 hours ago Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 22, 2021 Bottle rocket launcher on the roof to justify the cost of the ladder. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineFunco Posted May 22, 2021 Member ID: 85 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 528 Content Per Day: 0.49 Reputation: 603 Achievement Points: 4,069 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 6 hours ago Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 22, 2021 Stabilizer jacks, at least two in rear so you can load/unload while unhitched. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.R.S. Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 109 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 30 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 1,495 Content Per Day: 1.39 Reputation: 2,003 Achievement Points: 10,915 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 6 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 03/31/1972 Device: Android Share Posted May 23, 2021 Solar to keep batteries charged while in storage. Exterior 120v plugs front and rear, 12v and USB charger port interior front, and exterior near side door. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Grease Monkey Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 5 Group: Administrators Followers: 3 Topic Count: 469 Topics Per Day: 0.43 Content Count: 1,932 Content Per Day: 1.78 Reputation: 2,888 Achievement Points: 19,963 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 20 Joined: 04/29/2021 Status: Online Last Seen: 3 minutes ago Birthday: 01/21/1972 Device: Windows Administrators Share Posted May 23, 2021 16 more feet to fit the other car (woman) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
r3meyer Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 280 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 24 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 276 Content Per Day: 0.26 Reputation: 189 Achievement Points: 1,869 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: April 12 Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 23, 2021 My buddy added trap doors on both sides of where his rear tires sit. Easy to air up a paddle if it were to go flat. That it was silly until I had it happen to me. Almost impossible to get it out without lots of work. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Justdirt Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 323 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 24 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 277 Content Per Day: 0.26 Reputation: 209 Achievement Points: 2,871 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Online Last Seen: 6 minutes ago Device: iPhone Share Posted May 23, 2021 7 k axles 235/85/16 tires E orG rated tires 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Looney Duner Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 746 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 33 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 516 Content Per Day: 0.48 Reputation: 398 Achievement Points: 3,483 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/09/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 20 hours ago Birthday: 10/22/1982 Device: Android Share Posted May 23, 2021 Lots of lights, and e track to hook all the tie straps to. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Austin Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 173 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 3 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 24 Content Per Day: 0.02 Reputation: 10 Achievement Points: 197 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: February 13 Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 23, 2021 Fuel and fresh water tanks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2turbofords Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 229 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 0 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 157 Content Per Day: 0.15 Reputation: 125 Achievement Points: 987 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Yesterday at 02:25 AM Birthday: 01/26/1981 Device: Android Share Posted May 23, 2021 Ac/ with heat pump on the roof, makes a nice getaway for kids to cool off, sweet for those day trips also. Honda 3k Genny mount on the tongue with a cage for security, would be nice not to load and unload every trip. easy to cover up from the weather when not in use with a cheap Weber BBQ cover from home Depot or Lowe's. If I were to order a new trailer, I would get one with insulated foam roof and possibly walls also. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineFunco Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 85 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 528 Content Per Day: 0.49 Reputation: 603 Achievement Points: 4,069 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 6 hours ago Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 23, 2021 Car stereo set up. Or at least have them run speaker wire to where you think you might want speakers, inside and out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord of the Dunes Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 167 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 21 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 1,864 Content Per Day: 1.73 Reputation: 1,505 Achievement Points: 13,991 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 12 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 8 hours ago Birthday: 03/08/1960 Device: Windows Share Posted May 23, 2021 After you get done with all of the mods, you'll discover it would have been easier and cheaper to just buy a toyhauler. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Site Sponsor Fullthrottleguy Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 188 Group: Site Sponsor Followers: 3 Topic Count: 21 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 1,029 Content Per Day: 0.95 Reputation: 1,353 Achievement Points: 9,296 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 11/01/1968 Device: Macintosh Site Sponsor Share Posted May 23, 2021 (edited) I have owned so many enclosed trailers and most I had built, many from Universal and on each one I found something new I wanted. Congrats on the new Trailer A lot was covered above but here is my list sorry its long Under floor storage. Lights, lights and lights - 110 and 12v all LED Solar and 2 batteries Generator auto switch pull in so I can power from the MoHo Generator and 110v outlets Folding down/up workbench - and if you can get a Vise that detaches Tool box upfront and a storage tote upfront and upper front cabinets Compressor underneath 4 Low Profile tanks Motion lamp by the side door - so I can use the key at night and drunk friends won't stratch the door with key trying to find the lock at night stabilizer jacks on the back - I work in the trailer sometimes and we set up a big table and do dinners sometimes at least two roof vents LOTS of d rings - 4 up front, 4 in back 2 on the sides Fuel station with an Inside switch and fuel gauge - NO bump out on the side for the filler - its annoying Spare tire holder inside by the back door - and have them weld it on - not bolt it (I have own 4 new universals) Trailer winch - the enclosed trailer type - not a universal winch Back door upper LED lights - really helps unloading Inside floor coverings are a hard one - LineX is great to wash down, it also hold sand and if do a burn out on it - it sucks to fix and E85 will eat it Vinyl sucks but its easy and cheap to replace every couple years... But llast two trailers I painted the floor with epoxy and jusy touched it up with a roller 2x a year -I think its smarter but not baller Axles and wheels - I Hate 3 wheel trailers for backing and turning - I like 2 wheel and 5200 lbs axles and 6 lug 16" tires. If you can do a small water tank and pump with and outside faucet in the wall its great for washing up electric jack up front is nice too Walkable roof and a ladder - thats last on the list because it adds weight and you hardly every use it, but they seem not flex as much and they take less maintenance ALSO painted(coated) factory panels fade fast - the electro dip coating is thin - get it ceramic coated or doo it yourself, and even if you have a front "rock guard" stainless - got that clear bra'd I did one of the trailers in 2016 and I Painted it with epoxy paint as soon as I got it to my shop - it was a lot of work and expensive, I still see it around and it looks new - factory coating just fades - Not sure what shop would charge to paint a trailer - most people end up wrapping them when they fade and paint is probably cheaper If you have a Tall Moho 18" extra height - it comes in handy Stackers are nice if you can town it and have a Tall Moho and have lots of $$$ If you want to break the law (I NEVER would..) Go 105" ________ Things I hated: side cabinets - I have a nice scar on my head from that Fold down couch - it was great to bench race on windy days but took too much room AC - never used it Windows - Eff''in thief callers Diamond plate rear door and runners - looked awesome - Ice skating when wet - I actually removed mine had it Power coated with clear and sand - expensive fix ... Edited May 23, 2021 by Fullthrottleguy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JeffM Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 639 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 1 Topics Per Day: 0.00 Content Count: 6 Content Per Day: 0.01 Reputation: 1 Achievement Points: 36 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/07/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 17 hours ago Device: iPhone Share Posted May 23, 2021 Water and fuel tank. Hand sink in work bench Elevate the front bench to allow clearance for quad under it Once an done with rubber coin flooring. On 15 years with no issues. 16” wheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineFunco Posted May 23, 2021 Member ID: 85 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 6 Topics Per Day: 0.01 Content Count: 528 Content Per Day: 0.49 Reputation: 603 Achievement Points: 4,069 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 6 hours ago Device: Macintosh Share Posted May 23, 2021 12 volt power run to the flag mount for the camp marker. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snappy Posted May 24, 2021 Member ID: 723 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 22 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 385 Content Per Day: 0.36 Reputation: 319 Achievement Points: 3,293 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/09/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Monday at 06:17 PM Device: Windows Author Share Posted May 24, 2021 9 hours ago, AlpineFunco said: 12 volt power run to the flag mount for the camp marker. I do believe your the "Camp Host"... Your trailer needs the marker!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snappy Posted May 24, 2021 Member ID: 723 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 22 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 385 Content Per Day: 0.36 Reputation: 319 Achievement Points: 3,293 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/09/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Monday at 06:17 PM Device: Windows Author Share Posted May 24, 2021 22 hours ago, Fullthrottleguy said: I have owned so many enclosed trailers and most I had built, many from Universal and on each one I found something new I wanted. Congrats on the new Trailer A lot was covered above but here is my list sorry its long Under floor storage. Lights, lights and lights - 110 and 12v all LED Solar and 2 batteries Generator auto switch pull in so I can power from the MoHo Generator and 110v outlets Folding down/up workbench - and if you can get a Vise that detaches Tool box upfront and a storage tote upfront and upper front cabinets Compressor underneath 4 Low Profile tanks Motion lamp by the side door - so I can use the key at night and drunk friends won't stratch the door with key trying to find the lock at night stabilizer jacks on the back - I work in the trailer sometimes and we set up a big table and do dinners sometimes at least two roof vents LOTS of d rings - 4 up front, 4 in back 2 on the sides Fuel station with an Inside switch and fuel gauge - NO bump out on the side for the filler - its annoying Spare tire holder inside by the back door - and have them weld it on - not bolt it (I have own 4 new universals) Trailer winch - the enclosed trailer type - not a universal winch Back door upper LED lights - really helps unloading Inside floor coverings are a hard one - LineX is great to wash down, it also hold sand and if do a burn out on it - it sucks to fix and E85 will eat it Vinyl sucks but its easy and cheap to replace every couple years... But llast two trailers I painted the floor with epoxy and jusy touched it up with a roller 2x a year -I think its smarter but not baller Axles and wheels - I Hate 3 wheel trailers for backing and turning - I like 2 wheel and 5200 lbs axles and 6 lug 16" tires. If you can do a small water tank and pump with and outside faucet in the wall its great for washing up electric jack up front is nice too Walkable roof and a ladder - thats last on the list because it adds weight and you hardly every use it, but they seem not flex as much and they take less maintenance ALSO painted(coated) factory panels fade fast - the electro dip coating is thin - get it ceramic coated or doo it yourself, and even if you have a front "rock guard" stainless - got that clear bra'd I did one of the trailers in 2016 and I Painted it with epoxy paint as soon as I got it to my shop - it was a lot of work and expensive, I still see it around and it looks new - factory coating just fades - Not sure what shop would charge to paint a trailer - most people end up wrapping them when they fade and paint is probably cheaper If you have a Tall Moho 18" extra height - it comes in handy Stackers are nice if you can town it and have a Tall Moho and have lots of $$$ If you want to break the law (I NEVER would..) Go 105" ________ Things I hated: side cabinets - I have a nice scar on my head from that Fold down couch - it was great to bench race on windy days but took too much room AC - never used it Windows - Eff''in thief callers Diamond plate rear door and runners - looked awesome - Ice skating when wet - I actually removed mine had it Power coated with clear and sand - expensive fix ... Thanks for taking the time to write this out.... I had already covered most of your list, but the rear stabilizer jacks and soar up top is gonna be added!! Thanks again Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snappy Posted May 24, 2021 Member ID: 723 Group: Members Followers: 0 Topic Count: 22 Topics Per Day: 0.02 Content Count: 385 Content Per Day: 0.36 Reputation: 319 Achievement Points: 3,293 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 1 Joined: 05/09/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: Monday at 06:17 PM Device: Windows Author Share Posted May 24, 2021 On 5/22/2021 at 5:41 PM, r3meyer said: My buddy added trap doors on both sides of where his rear tires sit. Easy to air up a paddle if it were to go flat. That it was silly until I had it happen to me. Almost impossible to get it out without lots of work. Yep.. Got those!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L.R.S. Posted May 24, 2021 Member ID: 109 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 30 Topics Per Day: 0.03 Content Count: 1,495 Content Per Day: 1.39 Reputation: 2,003 Achievement Points: 10,915 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 6 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 1 hour ago Birthday: 03/31/1972 Device: Android Share Posted May 24, 2021 27 minutes ago, Snap-On Chris said: Thanks for taking the time to write this out.... I had already covered most of your list, but the rear stabilizer jacks and soar up top is gonna be added!! Thanks again Those jacks will catch on any low/high driveway you go through if mounted at the extreme rear. Might not be an issue if they are mounted a little more forward. If you need them I'd use the removable hand crank jacks that don't mount permanently to the trailer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard h Posted May 24, 2021 Member ID: 185 Group: Members Followers: 1 Topic Count: 38 Topics Per Day: 0.04 Content Count: 1,285 Content Per Day: 1.19 Reputation: 1,109 Achievement Points: 12,037 Solved Content: 0 Days Won: 0 Joined: 05/05/2021 Status: Offline Last Seen: 2 hours ago Birthday: 08/08/1953 Device: Windows Share Posted May 24, 2021 On 5/22/2021 at 5:41 PM, r3meyer said: My buddy added trap doors on both sides of where his rear tires sit. Easy to air up a paddle if it were to go flat. That it was silly until I had it happen to me. Almost impossible to get it out without lots of work. Another idea that we did to solve this problem was install valve stems on the inside of the rear wheels for emergency use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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