Trailer for Nomad

[nomadtom69]

Looking to build trailer to pull behind Nomad so I can haul my Bicycle to different places to ride (old RR beds they have turned into riding trails aka Rails to Trails) that gives me exercise and I get to ride my Nomad to boot . There was a member on the Nomad Spot Light that had one built one tried to find him and send him a pm but can not seem to find him name is Rick Greif out of Ala.

[cactusjack]

Several of us have built trailers to tow behind our Nomads. Is there something in particular you're looking for?

[nomadtom69]

Looking to build one with a flat bed so I can mount bicycle rack and maybe later put a turtle top on it to use to go on long trips the member that had one on the Nomad Spot Lights looked about what I was looking to build

[BudMan]

This is the one I'm going to buy. I plan on cutting it down by about 4" in width.
There is also one with 8" wheels available.

click here (http://www.harborfreight.com/automotive-motorcycle/trailer-trailer-accessories/1090-lb-capacity-40-1-2-half-inch-x-48-inch-mini-utility-trailer-with-12-inch-four-lug-wheels-and-tires-90153.html)

[cactusjack]

I bought a trailer like in the link Budman posted. I cut down the width and added a car top carrier. Here's a good resource for you:

http://forums.delphiforums.com/MCTrailertowing/

[Loafer]

Harbor Freight has a MC trailer, that's not much money.

[ringadingh]

Gadgets Fixit sight has a good trailer building article.

[zoom45]

I made one and didn't like the way it worked out so I tore it apart and put the box back on it. I thought of a easier way to do it but just haven't taken the time to do it.

Zoom45

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x282/Zoom45/BikerackSep09008.jpg

[Loafer]

I made one and didn't like the way it worked out so I tore it apart and put the box back on it. I thought of a easier way to do it but just haven't taken the time to do it.

Zoom45

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x282/Zoom45/BikerackSep09008.jpg

What the hell is that? http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[wompus]

Nomadtom, I see you live in Maryville.
My ex wife is burried there!

Damn, I love saying that!!! ;) http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif http://s2.images.proboards.com/cheesy.gif

[nomadtom69]

The way you say that I don't know if its a good thing or bad thing

[mrtelefoneman1]

I think this is the link you are looking for. Scroll all the way to the bottom


http://www.gadgetjq.com/trailer.htm

[unwind2]

Glad you asked........I've wanted to come up with something so I could bring along my Trek. I have bookmarked this thread. Use the biycle to help keep the artheritic joints greased. http://s2.images.proboards.com/tongue.gif

[unwind2]

I made one and didn't like the way it worked out so I tore it apart and put the box back on it. I thought of a easier way to do it but just haven't taken the time to do it.

Zoom45

http://i182.photobucket.com/albums/x282/Zoom45/BikerackSep09008.jpg

Question....how is the wind at hwy speeds? This was a concern if the trailer would be too light and whip around...that would not be good. :-/

[nomadtom69]

That is the trailer that I was trying to find the member who made it his name is Rick Greif from Madison Ala. but I can not find him on here to pm him about the trailer

[Top Cat]

Depending on how bad you want to find him, you could go here.
I found the guy you are looking for but it cost money to go further.
http://www.peoplefinders.com/search/searchpreview.aspx?utm_source=123people&utm_campaign=728x90red&utm_content=img&fn=Rick&ln=Greif
I believe the 4th guy down is the one you are looking for.

[cactusjack]

That is the trailer that I was trying to find the member who made it his name is Rick Greif from Madison Ala. but I can not find him on here to pm him about the trailer

There's nothing that special about the trailer. It's just a Harbor Freight chassis cut down to 30" width measured from the center of the tires. Cutting one down that narrow wouldn't be that difficult, especially if you have access to a metal cutting chopsaw and welding equipment. Most of us narrow them about 4.5" to fit a car top carrier on it.

Look at my photos (link below) and you can see how I cut my axle and joined it back together without welding.

http://s215.photobucket.com/albums/cc218/slhanks4/HF%20Trailer%20Project/#!cpZZ1QQtppZZ20

[Top Cat]

Nice job Scott. Your such a fart smeller. Err,I mean, you'r such a smart feller. http://s2.images.proboards.com/grin.gif

[nomadtom69]

You have answered most of my questions on the trailer I think I can handle it Are the wheels on yours 12 inch I have some thoughts on how to mount a bike rack will keep advised as I get more work done on it

[cactusjack]

My trailer has the 8" wheels.