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06-15-2018, 09:39 PM
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I've been working on the trailer the past couple weeks. I've run two lengths of e-track down the length of the trailer about 18 inches in from each side so that they will basically be under tractors loaded side by side. I got some smaller ratchet straps and e track clips.
The e track is through bolted to the steel frame members under the wood deck, every two feet, and lagged to the wood deck every 8 inches in between the through bolts. The plan is to use the clips in the e track adjacent to the through bolts so the tension is transmitted nearly directly to the frame members rather than to the lag screws and deck lumber. I'm now working on adding some "sides" to the trailer so that the tractors can't just slide off as I'm loading them. The width is such that the tractors, loaded side by side, leave only about an inch on each side to the trailer edge. If the deck is wet or I misjudge it, I'm afraid a tractor might slide off while loading or unloading. So the 2x6 sides will provide some security for me as I'm moving tractors around on the deck. I cut and welded up the 2x3 inch tubing brackets and bolted them to the frame (rather than welding to the frame) in case I ever need to remove them. Also thinking about fenders... I've also added a winch to assist with loading. There are times when it's not so safe to ride a tractor up or down the ramps, and my Tandem Cub tends to slide sideways on the ramps due to the weird double axle situation. I still need to mount a battery box next to the winch and set it up for remote operation, but I have used it to load the Tandem without any problems. I plan to add some additional tie down points with folding D-rings along both sides of the trailer, welding them into place. I may add some down the centerline as well. This trailer is nearly 20 years old. I bought it new in 2000 or 2001. I just put new tires on it. It probably has less than 3000 miles on it as I've only used it locally but the original 18 year old tires were dry rotting. I need to go around and clean all the light lenses and replace one cracked lens. Otherwise, all the lights (and brakes) work fine. I've been moving the trailer around with the front hitch on my Ford. If you've never moved a trailer with a front hitch, you'll love the control it gives you. You can thread a needle with the trailer with the control you have this way. Requisite pics...
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