Let's see pics and maybe get some ideas from those who are using a utility trailer of some sort for hunting camp purposes.
Here is mine. Its an M101a2 Army trailer. I picked it up about 5 or 6 years ago from a government auction. I paid 475 for it, but had to drive from Colorado to Arkansas to pick it up. It didn't have very much rust on it, I sanded and prepped it, painted the whole thing with Rustoleum implement paint. I made the bows for the canvas out of conduit, and made metal brackets to hold them securely. I had Paul's Canvas do the black canvas cover on it. Its got a clear window on the back, nice buckles to roll up the back flap, and he re-enforced all the areas that need it. He did a really great job. Most recently, I made a rack out of super strut, so I could carry my canoe on top. I also added a 100ah deep cycle marine battery and 750w inverter. I wired them to a kill switch so I dont have to reach into the trailer to turn the inverter on and/or connect the battery. I also wired an all weather 110v outlet on the outside of the trailer, so I can just walk up, plug in an extension cord or lights or whatever, then just throw the switch, and Viola! Tomorrow I am going to plumb in a couple of propane quick disconnects, so I can easily fuel my camp stove and/or a Mr. Buddy heater.
I still have some things I want to do with it. I plan on installing a 12v water pump and a faucet for running water, and I would like to get a gimble for skinning. For family camping, the plan is the trailer hauls our big family tent, chairs, bathroom tent, all the comforts of home, etc. and then the trailer has power, propane, and running water.
Let's see those utility trailer, cargo trailers, or overland trailers that you guys are using. What are some useful tips or things you've discovered along the way?
Here is mine. Its an M101a2 Army trailer. I picked it up about 5 or 6 years ago from a government auction. I paid 475 for it, but had to drive from Colorado to Arkansas to pick it up. It didn't have very much rust on it, I sanded and prepped it, painted the whole thing with Rustoleum implement paint. I made the bows for the canvas out of conduit, and made metal brackets to hold them securely. I had Paul's Canvas do the black canvas cover on it. Its got a clear window on the back, nice buckles to roll up the back flap, and he re-enforced all the areas that need it. He did a really great job. Most recently, I made a rack out of super strut, so I could carry my canoe on top. I also added a 100ah deep cycle marine battery and 750w inverter. I wired them to a kill switch so I dont have to reach into the trailer to turn the inverter on and/or connect the battery. I also wired an all weather 110v outlet on the outside of the trailer, so I can just walk up, plug in an extension cord or lights or whatever, then just throw the switch, and Viola! Tomorrow I am going to plumb in a couple of propane quick disconnects, so I can easily fuel my camp stove and/or a Mr. Buddy heater.
I still have some things I want to do with it. I plan on installing a 12v water pump and a faucet for running water, and I would like to get a gimble for skinning. For family camping, the plan is the trailer hauls our big family tent, chairs, bathroom tent, all the comforts of home, etc. and then the trailer has power, propane, and running water.
Let's see those utility trailer, cargo trailers, or overland trailers that you guys are using. What are some useful tips or things you've discovered along the way?
