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Oct 4th, 2012 at 10:24pm
 
Well, in my spare time, I have started work on the 5x8 Wells Cargo trailer I bought from Whitey.  First I painted the interior with four coats of oil base high gloss White paint to brighten things up. Next, I applied a leveler to the plywood floor butt-ends to smooth any bumps.  I used self adhesive tiles; but, also prepared the floor with Armstrong 515 thin-set adhesive.  I was pleased with the results as the tiles are very aggressively bonded to the floor.  I added self adjusting jackstands to the trailer back end to prevent turtling, an AC input plug, replaced the weather stripping around the door, re-did the chaulking, repaired the door anchor stop and touched up some minor surface rust. Stuff left to do:  Install roof vent, install E track, power bars, battery power, Metal tongue box, LED Lighting, Install Solar power exhaust vent fan and insulate ceiling with double bubble foil.  I also plan to paint the wheel rims and the trailer frame.  I have a few ideas, for setups, to hold the planes secure that I think will work well.  I want something that will adjust and quickly secure the planes I will be carrying that day.  I wasn't keen on using the E track at first; but, reconsidered after looking over a few designs.  Will post more pictures as the project continues.

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Reply #1 - Oct 5th, 2012 at 9:39am
 
Awesome job so far. I've seen this first hand and Bruce is doing a bang up job on it. I'm glad I sold it you. It's like somebody taking care of your baby!
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Reply #2 - Oct 5th, 2012 at 10:10am
 
Looks really good Bruce!
Would like to find a similar trailer myself.
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Reply #3 - Oct 9th, 2012 at 3:58pm
 
So when I drop mine by, I can get those mods too?  Roll Eyes
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whitey wrote on Oct 5th, 2012 at 9:39am:
Awesome job so far. I've seen this first hand and Bruce is doing a bang up job on it. I'm glad I sold it you. It's like somebody taking care of your baby!



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Sounds like a follow-up to a Paul Anka tune heard ad-naseum in the mid/late 1970's  Wink Winknod, nod
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Good work on the trailer, though.
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Reply #8 - Oct 15th, 2012 at 7:04pm
 
Nice Bruce. I will be taking possession of my new 6x12 Neo all aluminum trailer on Wednesday night. I'll be doing a floor and painting mine this weekend. E track is also on order. I'm going to add more 12v lighting to improve the interior lighting. I'd also like to add a "shore power" plug as well. Where did you get yours?

I plan on adding a work bench, radio, a charging battery and a solar panel to keep it topped up. On one of the rear barn doors I gotta have a coat rack for jackets and hats. 12vdc beer cooler Grin too

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Reply #9 - Oct 15th, 2012 at 7:15pm
 
Good stuff dan, fyi 12 volt lighting is on sale at princess auto this week.
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Reply #10 - Oct 15th, 2012 at 7:32pm
 
Great.I'll check them out. The math dictated that I should buy local, so now I don't have to drive to Maine this weekend. I'm looking forward to gearing up the trailer. Bought mine same place as Whitey, out in Brookfield.

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Reply #11 - Oct 15th, 2012 at 11:15pm
 
Hey Dan. I picked up a NEO as well. Mine is a 5x10 v-nose with shore power, interior lighting, ll stainless steel door latches. Very nice quality and super easy to tow. Picked mine up in Truro.
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Reply #12 - Oct 15th, 2012 at 11:17pm
 
I got mine with flouresent 120 volt lighting. i'm adding 12 volt LED as well. hobby King is my friend.
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Reply #13 - Oct 16th, 2012 at 12:31pm
 
Must be the season for trailers!
Picked up my American Hauler Air Lite 5x10 this week.
Nice and light, nice quality.
Will be making some mods.....
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I still have my plywood box on a chassis, with custom formed canvas top  Cheesy
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Holy crap,did I start a trend or what? I better not have any angry wives banging on my door  Grin
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Reply #16 - Oct 16th, 2012 at 7:46pm
 
Yes, it's all your fault Glen Grin

Mine is the 6x12 Mike, as I wanted that extra breathing room. First order of business is to get the walls painted gloss white and some flooring installed. Then wiring, 110v then 12 vdc power lighting. In order to have the onboard battery charging while driving, I'm going to change out the flat four plug to a round seven and use the mains from the truck to charge it.

As for the 110v, I'll have a couple outlets where the bench is going and one outlet by the rear door. I'll also use the 110v for a separate battery charger when not connected to the truck.

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Reply #17 - Oct 16th, 2012 at 9:01pm
 
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An idea worth thinking about if you're going that far with the electrical is to watch kijiji or other sites for a new or used power converter panel from a camper trailer. Gives you everything you need, 12 volt converter, 12 volt charger, 110 dist. panel, fuse panel, etc. all in one unit.
I found one for $100, now all I have to do is get a battery and wire everything.
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Reply #18 - Oct 16th, 2012 at 9:16pm
 
Good tip. I'll have a look...
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Reply #19 - Oct 20th, 2012 at 4:39pm
 
Some pics of mine from today. Flooring in, walls painted, speaker wire installed. Just have to put back the interior flashing that covers the wires near the roof line. I added some reflective tape to the rear frame.

115v to install yet. Found some low profile wall mounted boxes to use use too.

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Oops, my pics are a little too big...I'll post them later.
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