Need some trailer work in Middle, TN

ridered3 · Dec 20, 2012

So a few weeks ago I bought a "gently used," 16 foot car trailer as pictured here:

Trailer is solid as can be, but it has some character to say the least. As it sits, it has all new wiring, lights, and trailer tires. First weekend I had it did a 400 miles round trip with it and a heavy ZJ. Trailer deck width is 77 inches and as the picture shows, the fenders are not attached.

I am wanting to add about 4 inches of width to each side of the trailer to make the deck width be around 85 inches, have drive over fenders, and protect the trailer lights. Figured I had two options to add width. Option 1) is to run tubing as fenders and the added width too. Option 2) Use angle iron and metal plate for fenders and width.

Here is a "drawing" of what I'm thinking in my head. Not very good with the MS Paint program for this stuff.

Here's where ya'll come in. Since I recently moved to the area south of Franklin, I don't really know many folks around here for metal work other than the established offroad shops. Can ya'll recommend me someone to get in touch with to work on this trailer for me?

93redjeep · Dec 20, 2012

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Middle tn trailer off nolensville rd

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TBItoy · Dec 20, 2012

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My factory built larimore "car hauler special" has 12x1" channel added to the outside for added width and drive over fenders.

That would be simple and cheap to add to that trailer.

93redjeep · Dec 20, 2012

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Yeah thats what i did for mine. Jusy need any friend with a welder and buy the metal

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Billcow · Dec 20, 2012

EOR can hook you up. They are a full fab and welding shop

ridered3 · Dec 20, 2012

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TBItoy said:
My factory built larimore "car hauler special" has 12x1" channel added to the outside for added width and drive over fenders.

That would be simple and cheap to add to that trailer.

Yeah I looked at that setup at the Pickett ride and really liked it for simplicity and looks sake.

Billcow said:
EOR can hook you up. They are a full fab and welding shop

Yeah I figured I'd check with them, but didn't know if they'd have time for such little work while building everything that they do.

The Luke · Dec 20, 2012

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Are you calling my zj fat?

youngbuk · Dec 20, 2012

Call custom 931 381 5466

ridered3 · Dec 21, 2012

youngbuk said:
Call custom 931 381 5466

Custom Tint and Offroad in Columbia correct?

I'm looking for quotes on this work but don't mind taking it to a shop or to a guys garage shop.

Just make som more recommendations.

The Luke said:
Are you calling my zj fat?

Not fat, just big boned.

5BrothersFabrication · Dec 21, 2012

Call me if you can swing it to Knoxville. Good work at a no-overhead price. 865-748-5260

youngbuk · Dec 21, 2012

ridered3 said:
Custom Tint and Offroad in Columbia correct?

I'm looking for quotes on this work but don't mind taking it to a shop or to a guys garage shop.

Just make som more recommendations.
Yep

Not fat, just big boned.

EOR MFG · Dec 21, 2012

We would be happy to help you out with the trailer. Give us a shout.

KyTrash · Dec 21, 2012

I just want to see some pictures when y'all get finished with it.

ridered3 · Dec 22, 2012

Thanks for all the info. Will let my fingers doi the walking and make some calls after the holidays. May have to have a little no-budget trailer build thread.

5BrothersFabrication · Dec 22, 2012

ridered3 said:
Thanks for all the info. Will let my fingers doi the walking and make some calls after the holidays. May have to have a little no-budget trailer build thread.

Buddy, if you own a sawzall, grinder, and welder, there aint nothing that can't be done. Don't even really need a welder. 3 batteries, couple sets of jumper cables and a stack of coat hangers! :****: