Trailer Rehab Project

lw · 11-20-2009, 07:34 AM

As if I don't have enough going on to fill every waking moment, I have a winter project to rehab an unknown make/model motorcycle cargo trailer. Friend at work bought it at an estate sale for $125 a year ago, and after deciding it could be salvaged, I gave him what he paid for it.
I'm working out my path forward, but the first step will be to replace the wheel bearings and mount some new tires so I can move it around on it's own recognizance instead of riding on my utility trailer; then:

The bumpers and trim will be coming off-
- new rear bumper leaving the front tubing trim off.
- remove wood trim on top (may not be replaced with same)
Minor fiberglass repairs and paint to match Lucille's Candy Cardinal Red.
Sandblast and re-paint the frame.
Re-wire electrical replacing ancient stuff with LEDs all around
Determine in I can move up to 12" wheels/tires

The license plates expired in '94 so it has been sitting for quite a while. I will be checking with the Delphi MC Trailer towing forum hoping somebody can help me ID the make & vintage. If anybody has clues to answer those questions, let me know.

**ringadingh** · 11-20-2009, 09:10 AM

That looks like a good project for the winter. Id also try to see if you could mount the spare tire somewhere underneath where its out of sight. Its an item that is rarely required most times, and would look cleaner when its all painted. The rear bumber looks like its similar to the old Gold Wing style, with some new lights that trailer seems to have a lot of potential to look really good once again.

cactusjack · 11-20-2009, 10:19 AM

Looks like a fun project, Larry. That's the kind of stuff I like to do. Please keep us posted with your progress.

chainsaw · 11-20-2009, 02:37 PM

I think Charlton Heston used that in his movie Ben Hur.

lw · 11-20-2009, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by "CHAINSAW"

I think Charlton Heston used that in his movie Ben Hur.

So you're sayin it's a "classic" lol ;)

cactusjack · 11-20-2009, 03:35 PM

That's funny, Al!

**glwilson** · 11-20-2009, 05:15 PM

My Gosh LW... that thing is huge!!! You could hide a dead body in that thing.

You could open up the top and put a rumble-seat in it for your kids to ride in... kind of like a side car, only from behind.

Just kidding... I am sure it will look great when you get it done.

PS: looks like there is a lot of clearance for the larger tires.

lw · 11-20-2009, 06:05 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

My Gosh LW... that thing is huge!!! You could hide a dead body in that thing.

Yep, it's almost casket-sized. The box is 6' end to end.

PS: looks like there is a lot of clearance for the larger tires.

I think it will accommodate 12" wheels, even if I have to relocate the fenders or buy some new fenders or both.

kioti · 11-20-2009, 08:00 PM

Hey that looks like the trailer that Wompus pulls behind his Nomad.
I didn't think there was any of them around anymore.

**Cajunrider** · 11-20-2009, 08:20 PM

Is it pretty heavy Larry?

lw · 11-21-2009, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Cajunrider

Is it pretty heavy Larry?

With one flat tire it was difficult to judge while rolling it up onto my utility trailer. It has a little heft to it, but I havent put it on the scale yet. Will have to hook up with DOT enforcement offficer friend and find out exactly how much it weighs.

cactusjack · 11-21-2009, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Cajunrider

Is it pretty heavy Larry?

I'm sure LW can handle it. He's big enough to hunt bear with a stick.

11-20-2009, 07:34 AM	#1
lw Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pasadena, Texas Posts: 2,117	Trailer Rehab Project As if I don't have enough going on to fill every waking moment, I have a winter project to rehab an unknown make/model motorcycle cargo trailer. Friend at work bought it at an estate sale for $125 a year ago, and after deciding it could be salvaged, I gave him what he paid for it. I'm working out my path forward, but the first step will be to replace the wheel bearings and mount some new tires so I can move it around on it's own recognizance instead of riding on my utility trailer; then: The bumpers and trim will be coming off- - new rear bumper leaving the front tubing trim off. - remove wood trim on top (may not be replaced with same) Minor fiberglass repairs and paint to match Lucille's Candy Cardinal Red. Sandblast and re-paint the frame. Re-wire electrical replacing ancient stuff with LEDs all around Determine in I can move up to 12" wheels/tires The license plates expired in '94 so it has been sitting for quite a while. I will be checking with the Delphi MC Trailer towing forum hoping somebody can help me ID the make & vintage. If anybody has clues to answer those questions, let me know. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-20-2009, 09:10 AM	#2
ringadingh Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Newmarket Ontario Canada Posts: 35,387	Trailer Rehab Project That looks like a good project for the winter. Id also try to see if you could mount the spare tire somewhere underneath where its out of sight. Its an item that is rarely required most times, and would look cleaner when its all painted. The rear bumber looks like its similar to the old Gold Wing style, with some new lights that trailer seems to have a lot of potential to look really good once again. __________________ 2002 Nomad aka Bountyhunter VBA #27 VROC #18951
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11-20-2009, 10:19 AM	#3
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Trailer Rehab Project Looks like a fun project, Larry. That's the kind of stuff I like to do. Please keep us posted with your progress. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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11-20-2009, 02:37 PM	#4
chainsaw Sr. Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 2,732	Trailer Rehab Project I think Charlton Heston used that in his movie Ben Hur.
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11-20-2009, 03:35 PM	#6
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Trailer Rehab Project That's funny, Al! __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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11-20-2009, 05:15 PM	#7
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Trailer Rehab Project My Gosh LW... that thing is huge!!! You could hide a dead body in that thing. You could open up the top and put a rumble-seat in it for your kids to ride in... kind of like a side car, only from behind. Just kidding... I am sure it will look great when you get it done. PS: looks like there is a lot of clearance for the larger tires. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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11-20-2009, 08:00 PM	#9
kioti Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lennox, SD Posts: 181	Trailer Rehab Project Hey that looks like the trailer that Wompus pulls behind his Nomad. I didn't think there was any of them around anymore. __________________ Ride Safe Mike "Kioti" Gregg Peripheral visionary, wanderer, vagabond, pilgrim, rambler, roamer, nomad VBA #00380 VROC #11078 Lennox, SD AMERICA by GOD 2016 Kawasaki Vaquero 2009 Victory Vision - gone 2006 Kawasaki Nomad - gone 2002 Kawasaki 1500 Classic - gone "A Bumble Bee is considerably faster than a Super H Farmall" 2009 Black Hills Rally 2018 Black Hills Rally
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