It blows me away how you are able to 1) do all of this genuinely-quality work as effectively as you do, 2) record and edit it into concise snippets of quality entertainment for us, 3) manage to find the time to reply to as many fans as possible, and 4) still manage to make a profit (I presume.) You're a gem, dude. I will be here until 1,000,000 subscribers and beyond.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I also work a full time job and spend 10-14hrs a week at the gym (sometimes I have to skip for the marathon weekends). It is getting harder, as my channel grows, to reply to everyone but I try to keep up whenever I have free time. I have not lost on a rebuild yet after doing over 1000. I thank you for the support. I would not be here without you guys and the support keeps me motivated to make more videos. Thanks for watching.
@Chr.U.Cas1622 Жыл бұрын
Dear @@vehcor Good heavens! I should have known better already but because you don't wear a cape I didn't. 😁 ;-) You're a kind of Superman respectively superhuman! My deepest respect. You look extremely fit, strong, healthy and definitely younger. Congrats and Kudos. 👍👌👏 Best regards luck and health.
@rodbirch58765 жыл бұрын
Dude. You're a badass. This is coming from a mid-50's car guy who's been wrenching part time since the late 70's and owns a car stereo shop. Dood. Thank you for the details on your builds, and humor. You've got some serious skills and an ideal approach.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I have also been wrenching since the late 70s but I was only 3 then and my work was not the best. lol But I had the fastest pedal car in the neighborhood! I'm glad you enjoy the builds. Thanks for the support!
@garymiller47775 жыл бұрын
You may already have a comment for it, But I didn't see it in the comments. Maybe ad a small solar panel and charge controller in the tool box to keep the battery topped up when the trailer is just sitting outside. Defiantly like the idea of lighting up the forward part of the fenders in order to be able to see them from the rear view mirrors. Love your videos and your attention to detail.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
That solar panel is one addition I want to make. I have added a few others so I think I will make another video for the trailer. Thanks for watching!
@low_flying_aircraft93095 жыл бұрын
The only youtuber with a descent trailer. Dude knows what he’s doing.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, we will see how long I can keep it in decent shape. It is a piece of equipment and things happen even as much as I try to be careful. So far so good though, just some wear on the deck but there is no way around that. Thanks for watching.
@MrBigredtaco995 жыл бұрын
I have a 2019 PJ B6, with drive over fenders, and a 14K gvw. I've used it to haul a few vehicles, and mine and my folks SXS on a trip to NH. I've been nothing but impressed with my trailer! I also opted to get it in desert tan, so it looks good behind my "commando green" ram 2500. Just a friendly tip for you, if you want to help save the life of your ramps, flip them upside down, so when it rains while you're driving, water doesn't collect in the c channel or the ramps. Awesome video man!! Thank you for some of inspiration for my trailer!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
@@MrBigredtaco99 I really wanted the 14k super wide with monster ramps but the ROI just wasn't there for me. It was way more than I needed and purchase and operating costs are much higher. Thanks for the tip on the ramps, so simple but I never thought of it. I am less concerned with the rotting c channel and more with the fact that every time I pull them out I get soaked. lol Thanks for watching and good luck with your trailer.
@nou82575 жыл бұрын
I've got 2 full tilt trailers ones a 16k gvw suretrac deck over (it's a monster has 14ply tires on it) and the other is 14k striker a non decokover with 10ply tires wish I had a hydraulic dove goose with tandem duals
@vin-r53844 жыл бұрын
Mike Diesel with tools and work environment to boot
@ericbuchta97655 жыл бұрын
Trailer looks good. When I did my trailer we used large tool box. The one that fits inside a truck bed, so that it’s not wide. I mounted spare tire under front of trailer so it’s not mounted open to be seen. It has a lock so can’t be stolen. My 10,000 lb wench we mounted in a cradle with a hitch. Welded bracket for mount that is bolted and can be removed. On top of storage in large toolbox the hitch has a tray for all your blocks and chocks. Ya it’s pretty sweet. 18’ dove I love it. My dad helped me make it what it is today. Could not of done it without him.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Putting a little extra work in can save lots of time and headaches in the future. Thanks for watching!
@forrestanderson26525 жыл бұрын
I own a 18 foot utility trailer, heavy duty with a pipe top rail. I added swivel trailer jacks on the back rear corners, on each side. I use a block of wood depending on the height needed to ground, and when I load a tractor or vehicle the swivel jacks carry the load of the vehicle or tractor when it loads down the back of the trailer and prevents the trailer from picking up the rear of my truck, or forcing the trailer down on the rear. Did this about 20 years ago, work perfect ever since. They swivel horizontal against the trailer when not in use, just pull the swivel pin and it drops and locks, or horizontal. Hope that helps, enjoy your channel. From the South Texas Border.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
The back does have jacks, I just leave them off until I need them. Thanks for watching.
@shawnscoggs49095 жыл бұрын
I love meeting guys on the road at night towing something making their lights point up and when they get even brighter head lights it’s even more awesome! Your a great guy !
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I certainly hope you don't have a truck or pull trailers. If your main concern is headlight alignment and not a load that is unsafe you don't need to be on the road with one. If the back of the truck is sagging, the equipment is not right for the job or not loaded correctly. My lights are aimed correctly and do not blind anyone. My fog lights are aimed correctly to be a reminder to the a-holes on the road to act right. They get used accordingly.
@kevlinville2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing the trailer at night with the lights!
@King_Henry_V4 жыл бұрын
Man I wish I could work next to you and just learn as much as I can.. Great job!
@gaj90805 жыл бұрын
Don't know where your at, but I always assemble electrical grounds/connections with dielectric grease to prevent corrosion from road salt. Always wear safety glasses when cutting metal. Last always aim your headlights at 25' from your garage doors. Those LED bulbs rotate to allow you to get the elements horizontal for your beam pattern. Otherwise you get a big blob of light, with no cutoff line, that just blinds oncoming traffic. That's a ticket in some states
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips.
@Nowayjose-z2r Жыл бұрын
Your attention to detail is outstanding. I have that issue too, some things I can't do just because it will be a rabbet hole.
@CosgroveNotts5 жыл бұрын
Somebody on youtube that knows what they are doing. Makes a refreshing change
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@TheProjectHelpDesk5 жыл бұрын
As a firm believer in "Anything worth doing, is worth overdoing" I approve of this build. :)
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I have similar beliefs!
@amascia83273 жыл бұрын
Black tool/battery/equipment boxes will exceed 170°F in the sun on a still day. Light colors will go about 130°F in same conditions... like hot beach sand. So, if stuff inside is sensitive, paint chrome or put an aluminum shield over. [1/2 in gap... 12mm for foreigners] Like your work. Thanks. 👍🏼🤠
@KyleEbright5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for showing how you professionally customize a trailer, those were some useful additions. you always do real quality work and I enjoyed watching. Also thanks for showing how it looks at night, I was hoping were going to do that!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
All the time I spent on the trailer, I have saved while using it already. I don't know how I ever used trailers without all the modifications. It makes life so easy in the long run. Thanks for watching.
@Veikra5 жыл бұрын
You put a battery on your trailer, you can now delete the breakaway box and only run the switch (the one with the wire you hook to your truck) from positive to brake line of trailer. That's what I did since I have a winch too on my '08 Suretrac.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
You think that would be a no brainer but it never occurred to me. lol Thanks for the idea.
@edvisme5 жыл бұрын
Dig it, good video. On my trailer, I installed rear back up lamps on the rear edge of the trailer next to the rear, red running lamps. Wired them into the 7 pin. When I shift the truck into reverse those lights kick on along with the factory back up lamps on the truck. They are white, oval LED, same style as the read Oval tail light. Having them sure assists backing up in the dark.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I never saw the need but I tried turning on the lights under the deck for backing up once and it was such a help I did end up wiring them into the 7 pin connector. They now come on in reverse and I can turn them on when loading even with the truck parked. I have a diode in the line to keep from setting codes in the trans when using the switch to turn on the lights. Thanks for watching.
@mmyr1232 жыл бұрын
Nice job. You make it look like advanced legos. A kid playing with his toys. Really looks great!
@grazynakaledek62285 жыл бұрын
Hi Vehcor... Nice Job! making the Brackets & Bolting them to the Trailer Frame. I do the same thing instead of welding. Nice Idea & size for the Tool Box Winch & switches. Remember to maintain the wood on your Deck by Pressure Washing & using a Wood Preserver every 2 years. You can also have the Undercarriage of your new Trailer Rust Proofed or Oil Sprayed to prevent rust. I too bought a new 2009 18' Kaufman Car Hauler with an upgrade Diamond Plated Deck & 15 " Tires with extra D Rings. I haul Vehicles here in Toronto too. Nice replacement Lights that I will be getting too. I replaced all the Lights on my Trailer with LED Lights & 2 Backup Floods. Thank you for taking the time to share your Ideas & Video. Grace
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Welding would have been faster but I could not bring myself to grind up the brand new powder coat. I did end up wiring the lights under the deck to the back up lights on the truck since they were so useful for that purpose. I can still turn them on with the switch for loading as well. Stay safe on the roads up there and stay warm! Thanks for watching!
@JamesJones-nu9kv4 жыл бұрын
That is truly smart how you came up with the winch mount. I've never seen a mount for a trailer made this way very helpful video.
@vehcor4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I went though a few different design ideas before I settled on this one. Thanks for watching.
@94jimmy56 жыл бұрын
Nice thoughtful install on the winch. Out of the weather with extra storage.
@vehcor6 жыл бұрын
You can never have too much storage and keeping the rain and salt(hopefully I can avoid that) away from it will help it last a lot longer. Thanks for watching.
@danielpadgett2831 Жыл бұрын
The accessories are almost as much as the trailer. Man I like the setup 🤞👍
@dougcharron89355 жыл бұрын
The winch setup you made is exactly what i wanna fab up for my pj. Good job
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I went though about 30 different design mock ups before I settled on this one. It has been great and I am glad I went with it. Good luck on your fabrication! Thanks for watching.
@williamstanford49755 жыл бұрын
Really impressed with this set up. Attention to detail and i dont think there is such a thing as overboard. I am looking into adding a winch to my trailers even though they are not car haulers. Would like to throw an idea of using a Solar panel to keep up the trailer battery. The smaller 2.5 watt kits are pretty cheap. The switch panel was spot on in my opinion. Enjoyed watching this clip.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I did consider the solar charger, since it is always hooked to my truck it would be like a battery tender for both together. I don't know how I ever used my old trailer without theses modifications. I have easily saved more than the time invested in these mods since I have been using it. I may have a part 2 eventually: how I have the tool boxes set up, what I carry with me, some attachments I have for the trailer and maybe that solar panel. Thanks for watching!
@kenny51742 жыл бұрын
I liked the winch setup! I have a removable hitch mount on the front of mine. I found that a remote for the winch helps tons. I can steer what i'm winching, and don't have to worry about the cable on the switch.
@SW34T7 ай бұрын
Love your setup. Just bought a 18ft dove tail trailer. I'm on the same thing flipping cars. Got 12000lbs winch from harbor freight. $288. I'm add lights under the trailer for reverse too.. I'm use a long light bar.
@RonSales5 жыл бұрын
Add a solar trickle charger to the lid so the battery is always charged when you go to get the trailer.Simple flexible rubber flap over the top of the cable rollers to protect them and a couple drain holes in the box in case water does get in.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I stand on the lid a lot, it will need to be in a different place. There are drain holes in the tool box as well.
@frankthomas22314 жыл бұрын
I am getting ready to mount a winch on my 18` dovetail. I like the idea of putting it inside the box. I have one on my 20`, but it was plenty long enough to mount directly at the front of the bed. I don`t think I`ll have enough room on the 18` to do that. when I have a car on, I have to pull forward so far so the doors will clear the trailer fender, there is not enough room for a winch.
@vehcor4 жыл бұрын
Good luck on the project. I personally like to save all the bed space I can.
@frankthomas22314 жыл бұрын
@@vehcor thank you
@oby-16075 жыл бұрын
Great idea with the toolbox. Keeps the weather off the electrics and the sticky fingers away too. Another idea would be to have some lightweight gravel guard protection for what you are hauling. Could even be a stretched tarp. You would be amazed at the stuff that flies around the highway.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
The tool box was my cheating way of housing the electrics. I was going to build a box until I found this one that had many more uses. Thanks for watching.
@TrailTrackers4 жыл бұрын
Pretty slick using that toolbox like you did. Awesome job.
@vehcor4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@appliancerepairshorts3 жыл бұрын
Just a little note, as you were putting on the tires on the rims. The safest was is to release the rim then add air. That reduces the binding between the machine and tires. That was how I was taught.
@louielopez16385 жыл бұрын
Here's a tip, next time you drill into metal, use bacon grease as a cutting oil. Dip the tip of the drill bit in it. It works wonders and it's free. Be sure to pickup any shards from the floor if you have any pets around. Great Video...👍😀😎👌
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Used motor oil works too and I have lots of that. lol Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.
@richardsmith7412 жыл бұрын
Very clean. Wish I had found this before I made mine. Will use the light idea though!
@Jerrylb Жыл бұрын
I totally get it not wanting to weld on a brand new trailer. Im in the same boat .thanks to you i wont half to .
@ianinnes80633 жыл бұрын
Great trailer . I love the idea of putting the winch in the box . Really makes it look very proffessional great job scott . And no afternoon shift either lol . Those oxbeam lights are great i know a few guys who have them fitted to tractors and machinery . They say its like night and day the difference they found with them fitted . Ur vids are great hope u and family are well scott pls take care ... ian ....
@ivanfontaine88555 жыл бұрын
Mounted a winch on my 25' flat deck similler to what you did but didnt use the tool box. I built a hitch receiver and mounted winch on a hitch stock so i can take my hitch off and use it on front of my truck or the back also slides and pins right in to my hitch. used #4 welding cable with booster cable clamps to run to my truck battery 20'. Been pretty handy.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I had a similar set up on my old trailer. Thanks for watching.
@demartinsm84795 жыл бұрын
Nice work. I have a 20' PJ with the mega ramps and I've been considering a setup just like yours. thanks for the vid!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I wanted the mega ramps but would have had to move to the 14k trailer. I'll just have to deal with my little stick ramps. lol Thanks for watching!
@vernmm4 жыл бұрын
Hey from Alaska. Put your battery in a water and dust proof box. The elements will make life hard when it come to the longevity of the battery. Road dirt , grime and water on the roadway ect. Yput your winch in protective box why not your battery.
@jetenginethrust8635 жыл бұрын
Nice job. I recommend you fabricate a weather tight seal in the fairlead opening so no moisture gets inside your winch box & corrode anything if it's parked outside or during road trips. I made my winch removeable by fabricating a male & female trailer hitch mount set-up on the A-frame of my tandem trailer so nobody can steal it or it gets stolen along with the trailer. I might make mine removable inside a box like you did though for those long hauls if it rains or snows I could just leave it mounted. Right now I'm about to fab up a removeable winch mount for my single axle trailer using a dual hitch extension type set-up. That way I can carry the winch on the back of my trailer to help offset the tongue weight during trips & just plug it into my trailer hitch along with the 7-way elec. cord when it's needed to pull something heavy up onto the trailer. I also recommend getting a wireless remote control for the winch so you can help guide & steer vehicles etc. onto the trailer when no one is around to help you. Add some wireless Bluetooth marine type speakers for some jams. Some wireless remote control switches for your trailer lights & accessories is a good option also you might want to consider. Have a great day & GOD Bless :-)
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I think I might make that cover, it would be pretty easy. Water has not been a problem yet but it could be. The winch does have a wireless remote and I have yet to use the hand held. lol The radio might come in handy when I am putting suspensions on the vehicles to roll them off the trailer. lol Thanks for the ideas. I am planning on making a part 2 with all the other mods I have done in the year I have had it. Thanks for watching!
@scottgibb60523 жыл бұрын
Nice video , I just rebuilt my 2004 "Cargo mfg co" after being dormant for 10 years , we had very similar ideas and I hadn't watched your excellent video !
@marlonparsons6345 жыл бұрын
Man this thing is slick I like how you used the tool box to house the wench and control panel.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
It was an easy solution instead of building one. I am super happy with all the mods. I have used the lights and winch a few times and it has probably already saved me the time invested. Thanks for watching!
@j.d.martinez1535 жыл бұрын
This video put my some of my ideas of future mods for my 18’ trailer on video, lol it’s gonna be easier now since I can refer back to your video this up coming summer, before starting work. Your are a true craftsman.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, glad you found it useful. The mods have been worth the time invested already. Thanks for watching.
@KyleHick5 жыл бұрын
Looks great. I did lights on my trailer for loading and unloading atvs. Also the lights are wired up the the 7 pin trailer harness for reverse lights.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, the reverse lights I thought of afterwards. They were so useful that I needed to hook them up so I didn't have to get out of the truck to turn them on. Thanks for watching.
@PedramBastan4 жыл бұрын
I don't get why trailers to this day do not come equipped with reverse lights from the factory. It should be mandatory.
@stevenbass75785 жыл бұрын
I have watched most of your videos. For somebody that takes so much effort and pride into repairing vehicles, and returning back to factory specs or better. It shocked me to install aftermarket lights that are not dot approved.
@1964corvan5 жыл бұрын
to hell with ramps! i bought a new 20ft tilt bed road warrior last year and its been glorious ever since! and i added a 17,500 smittybilt winch to the front because no kill like overkill!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I only use the ramps about 30% of the time. End loaders load and unload. A tilt bed costs more and is heavier. So I could not pull the same weight as this unless I moved up to a 14K trailer. Then the cost to pull and plate it also increases. So, I would be paying more money for a trailer at purchase and the life of the trailer that I only use as intended 30% of the time. This is the trailer that made the most sense financially and I have no regrets. I can also load cars backwards if I have too. Which can sometimes be a problem with tilt beds if they are gravity tilt.
@scottthomas59992 жыл бұрын
Great job on your trailer. Particularly the two spares.👍🏻👍🏻
@iantuck63644 жыл бұрын
Great video and expert build. The only thing I could think of to make it better is if all that was done to my trailer.
@hsmith38445 жыл бұрын
Sizzling bacon, welds sound good. Those magnetic angle jigs are well worth it. Nice job on winch box.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, thanks for watching.
@alanmainer65175 жыл бұрын
Some viewers are commenting on your 12V wire from your 7 blade plug to the trailer to keep your battery charged. I have a dump trailer that I also installed a small 50 watt solar panel on top of the tool box that holds my hydraulic pump and battery. It just ensures I have enough power to control the hydraulic pump and also enough power to control the 12 volt electric tongue jack.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I was thinking about the solar charger just to keep the batteries on both the trailer and truck charged when they sit for a couple weeks. The wire in the 7 pin plug keeps the trailer charged when I drive with it on the truck.
@trefallerhighline21525 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comments very helpful
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
No problem, glad to share a little bit of my experience! Thanks for watching.
@adamnorwood295 жыл бұрын
I have auxbeam headlights in my truck and I think it’s a clean trailer set up the way you got it set up
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I am very happy with the Auxbeam products as well. Thanks for watching.
@travisharvey64015 жыл бұрын
I wish I could post a picture on here. I built a winch mount on my PJ trailer that bolts on. I also didn’t want to mess up my powder coat. I have my winch on a receiver mount so I can use it without the trailer. The mount I built allows it to mount on the trailer the same way and the wiring is all run off the truck. I can remove it to keep it out of the weather.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I did have a few designs before I settled on this one and a few I was able to remove the winch. I have enough stuff to store without worrying about adding to it so I decided a permanent mount was the best for me. Thanks for watching.
@bryanleslie45135 жыл бұрын
You got an A+ in welding now teach me.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
......But the arm chair experts said they could do better. lol
@TheDark1Love5 жыл бұрын
Your welding skills are some of the best I have seen you are really skilled
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, thanks for watching.
@TheDark1Love5 жыл бұрын
@@vehcor definitely worth watching with all the information you include in the videos
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
@@TheDark1Love Thanks, glad you enjoy them!
@Jayen46 жыл бұрын
'Weld inspection..how did I do?'..... Aww man , you missed a bit !!......lol.. Nice job on the frame build.....Nothing like a good bit of over engineering ! Just like I'd do it.... Good to see you're still around.
@vehcor6 жыл бұрын
Those little bits always get away! lol A little extra work at the beginning will save me from redoing the work later! I'm not going anywhere at least for a little while, I still have the how to videos I promised. After that, who knows. Thanks for watching!
@robj27045 жыл бұрын
A small service light inside your winch box for night time use might be helpful. If you want to get fancy you can wire it thru an outside mounted weather-proof lighted-handle switch, in case you forget to turn if off when not in use.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Do you mean like this... kzfaq.info/get/bejne/mcmkrLGpvrqcYGw.html ?
@likahmac5 жыл бұрын
i wish you where a 1/4 of a dad to me. respect to everything you do, it helps the ppl that find you
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the support!
@on-site40944 жыл бұрын
I’ve never bought a new vehicle either I find the depreciation too great congratulations on your new trailer trailers don’t depreciate like cars
@michaelc91284 жыл бұрын
From what I seen on Craigslist, trailers in really good shape a few years old, people want thier entire investment back .they not move much over an inch on thier price..
@SuperIsaacjames6 жыл бұрын
Amazing video man! I admire the detail you take in all your work. Impressive.
@vehcor6 жыл бұрын
Thanks. "Do it once, do it right or don't do it at all", is pretty much my motto! Thanks for watching!
@nzbidzel4 жыл бұрын
As a fabricator not bad.... I couple things I would do slightly different for weld joint for better strength on, that said very nice and nothing wrong with what you have done. Excellent work dude
@nzbidzel4 жыл бұрын
for example... not very good with my wording 4:58 looks like you butted the corner joint then welded over top. a better method is to fillet weld the corner, it looks like a V, J or Butt joint. Fillet is the method I have been taught as best practice engineersfield.com/types-of-welds/ also the side joint do look butt welded If you require strength I would go with a V if beveal groove for better strength. for the aplication prolly not needed but always best to go with stronger joints
@nzbidzel4 жыл бұрын
Again nice work thou dude
@mickfreeburn91814 жыл бұрын
Hi Scott just watched this episode as I am going through all your videos . Noticed all trailers in America have timber floors is that because of rust as in Australia they are all steel . Thanks great job as usual 👍👍👍✅✅
@vehcor3 жыл бұрын
Wood decks are cheaper and you can nail blocks into them to chock loads. Not to mention they are easily replaced if damaged. Steel decks are available but less common. I did consider a steel deck but I would have had to order it and wait 16 weeks. This one was on the lot and ready to go and I’m impatient sometimes. 😂
@axelrod216 жыл бұрын
Very nicely done. I enjoyed watching. A few upgrades you should consider is Sterling Power Battery to Battery Charger that way your not having to worry about a down trailer battery. It chargers the trailer battery off the truck. Electronic brakes for the trailer and some running and turn leds wired and mounted on the fenders front side and rear to see the trailer alignment on the road also for others to see your trailer mainly when turning or lane change. Also more of a convenace but a backup camera on the end. :) Thanks for the videos. :)
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! The trailer has a constant power lead from the truck in the trailer plug. It charges off of the alternator as I drive and the volt meter in the trailer is a way to make sure it is charging and charged at all times. The led maker lights are actually enough to light the lanes around it. I would like a back up camera though, I might have to look into that! Thanks for watching!
@axelrod215 жыл бұрын
@@vehcor Ok sounds good. :)
@D3thM3tal5 жыл бұрын
@@vehcor Make sure you have a diode in there so the winch doesn't try and pull power through the small charge wire to the trailer.
@Andrew-wn3rm4 жыл бұрын
Very nice job and top notch workmanship brother. Thanks so much to share with everyone
@vehcor4 жыл бұрын
Thanks and thanks for watching!
@outdoorvideos38255 жыл бұрын
Ceramic coat? Automatic must for us in the midwest! Nice build. If you haven't noticed, I'm bingeing on your channel right now.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I did use it just to make it a little easier to keep clean. With use, the powder coat gets chipped, there is nothing I can do about that. I did buy it for work. Watch away, I wish I had more videos for you! Thanks for bingeing!
@johnfeeney77826 жыл бұрын
Hello great level of detail in this video just what we want to see great additions to your trailer looking forward to seeing the next one
@vehcor6 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear I am headed in the right direction. A new camera gave me the ability to make this video a little differently. I still had the time lapse camera running but this showed a little more detail and was a much shorter video after editing. Thanks for watching and the support!
@tipssy18033 жыл бұрын
Dude is fucking awesome with his fabrication work . Thanks for sharing such an awesome detailed video for us truckers and trailer pullers .
@markguarino12823 жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your youtube videos. I learn a lot and also what not to do regarding beyond my skillset. Thank you
@davidrosenkrantz48545 жыл бұрын
Looks professional and will be a great asset,
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I liked my old trailer and it was good to me but this one is much better in every way. Thanks for watching.
@jamesfconwayjr67295 жыл бұрын
Nice job. I would consider putting that battery in a battery box of some kind water tight if possible you will find that pulling trailer in the rain or snow you mite find that it will short out the battery! As always enjoyed the video
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip. Thanks for watching.
@joshuabaker57125 жыл бұрын
Wasnt sure I would like that winch mount setup you did but looks pretty good.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
It is very useful as well! I don't know how I lived without one. Thanks for watching!
@RidgeRunner4X45 жыл бұрын
If you are putting a lot of miles on that trailer, go for a TPMS. Spares ar nice for AFTER the blow out, preventing blowouts from low pressure is much better! You can have one tire low at night and not feel it for 300 miles until it blows, by then the other one is overheated and weakened and will blow out the next day... If you find yourself in tight situations at night, add some 'turning lights' just ahead of your trailer axles, LEDs aimed to light up the area ahead and around your trailer tires so you can see what's back there, activate them with a wireless remote control on your dash. Back-up lights on the tail end as well, but those should be very bright and run off your winch battery with a relay, and 2 remote control switches. One on dash for normal use and tailgaters, the other either on your keychain or in toolbox. Wired to winch battery in case you need light before truck is hooked up. Mount a small LED work light on the front of the tool box with it's own local switch, wired to winch battery, aimed at hitch for hitching up at night. 12V hitch jack. Weld on some RV stabilizer Jack's to the tail end corners, tucked up where they will not drag, then you can unload without the truck if you need to.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I was planning on the tpms as that is the reason for 99% of blow outs. Thanks for the tips and it does have removable stabilizer jacks in the rear, I just had them off at the time. Thanks for watching.
@EngineerFreely6 жыл бұрын
Great Video. I just picked up a PJ C5 new also. I was looking for a great video to mount my new Warn winch and lights. You sir, did an excellent job. This directly applies to my trailer. Thanks!!!
@vehcor6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it was a very specific video but it seems to have reached its target audience. There are probably dozens of us. lol There are many ways to do it, I went through about 10 different designs before I decided this would be the best. There are links to the tool box, winch and switches I used as well as the lights if you are looking for them. I have already used my lights and winch a few times and I'm really glad I spent the time to install them, it will save hours in the future. Thanks for watching
@georgesimpson31132 жыл бұрын
OK, I gotta admit, you do much better work than I've seen on here or I do... I'm envious. - Only thing I'd do differently is put the battery mounting J hooks upside down so you can get to the nuts from the bottom for when you change the battery, and maybe mount the on deck lights higher and farther out. I'll look for a update on how you end up liking the set up.
@rodw5 жыл бұрын
Man !! This has been one of my favorite videos ever. You really made all the modifications look easy when I know it's not. I read quite a few comments and your answers, and I might be even more impressed with your brain. lol one thought I about the deck you said about it rotting, do they make a composite that would be thick enough and also not crack under the weight of a car or what ever you're hauling?
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
It may not have been the easiest job but I love fabrication work so it was a lot of fun. I do plan on replacing my deck with composite when it is time. These should last me at least 5 years and by then the trailer will probably be do for a paint job. As much as I try to keep my stuff in good shape, it is still equipment and does get some wear and tear. Thanks for watching and the tip.
@melvinwitmer56054 жыл бұрын
Have you checked out Blackwood trailer flooring ? Rubber material glued to wood. Excellent for traction and also prevents rotting.
@sevegoodhouse5 жыл бұрын
You should get LED's for the 15 silverado you have. I got them for mine and it makes a world of difference. congrats on the new trailer
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I don't have the 15 Silverado anymore. I do still have this trailer though, it will be with me for a while! Thanks for watching.
@yetisdeuce13155 жыл бұрын
Very nice work! I too have a PJ equipment trailer (18' 10k), but the tongue on mine is too short for a box with the way the jack is mounted on it. I welded a receiver tube to the front stop bar with some bracing, and put expanded metal in the bottom of the tongue for an area to throw chains & straps. I am about to run welding leads from my truck battery to a connector at the bumper so I can plug my winch right in and run it off the truck. One less battery to buy and maintain when it doesn't get used often enough to justify it for me.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I did notice they have a lot of different configurations for the tongue. I specifically looked for this one and a 20 footer (need the length for big trucks). I did go through a bunch of different ideas before ending up with my design. One did include the expanded metal tray but I like having the tool box to keep sticky fingers off my stuff. I do end up in the city some times and the auctions are not always in the best neighborhoods. I had a similar winch mount to yours on my old trailer. I never used it for that, just to latch smaller trailers to it. I hear you on the price of the extra battery, this one was ridiculous. However, I do like that I only have to hook up the trailer harness, plus I am able to use the lights even if it is not hooked to the truck. Thanks for watching!
@wonderingtimesllc72033 жыл бұрын
You sir are quite talented.
@DieselWorld5 жыл бұрын
Could you shoot a vid on loading up the trailer with a car using the wench etc? Super smooth fab!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I absolutely can and will. Thanks for the idea. It will be in the how to series. Thanks for watching!
@johngregor61335 жыл бұрын
Very clean build of trailer components...great job.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@xplorearizona1545 жыл бұрын
That new trailer smell.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Can't beat it!
@peterhatch15833 жыл бұрын
Again great video thks mate! Im going to build my replacement trailer i can do it pay day to pay day
@bus795 жыл бұрын
There is a diode mod you can do to this year model that will allow you to run both dim and brights at the same time. Its a simple cheap mod that allows alot of brightness when brights are needed. I did it to mine and it makes a big difference when I installed the HIDs which takes a few seconds to warm up.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
The new owner can do that. lol
@KenMrKLC5 жыл бұрын
Now thats how you do it! I wouldnt have been patient enough to get it powdercoated but very nice touch
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, it is really easy, drop off the parts, pick them up in 2 days. I have lots of other things to keep me busy so I don't have to think about it. lol Thanks for watching.
@joewalton27265 жыл бұрын
Great Trailer set up.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@mikenewcomb99305 жыл бұрын
Nice idea for the winch, very nice !!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, the toolbox was really just an easy way to protect the switches. I was originally just going to build a water tight box for them and then the multipurpose tool box idea came along. After a little searching I found that one with the near perfect dimensions. I have used the winch and lights quite a few times now and don't know how I every lived without them. They have already saved me more time than I invested into this install. Thanks for watching!
@TrufoldAustralia3 жыл бұрын
You should always wear a welding jacket, the rays from a mig/tig welder can severely burn your skin, take it from an old guy with many hours of welding ive been there and done that. The problems came out when you are older.
@rabbit59644 жыл бұрын
Nice set up for sure! Thanks for all the ideas for my trailer
@vehcor4 жыл бұрын
Thanks, good luck on your project.
@gordonlejunie21145 жыл бұрын
I wanted to put extra lights on my trailer now I have to, you did a go editorial on a light install
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, these have been great! Good luck on your project.
@claystaples3623 жыл бұрын
I wish I was this talented.
@hometownchannel0023 жыл бұрын
Great job !!! I enjoyed it .. Should have included the lights and how everything worked. When switches was hooked up. Nice viedo..
@robburke88674 жыл бұрын
That my friend, was freakin awesome! Great Video! 👍
@vehcor4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@SBF965 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the trailer build. That’s kind of what I want for a car hauling trailer. Then you put plug and play LED bulbs in reflector housings on your truck. Ouch, people must hate you at night lol.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
It is a 10k trailer for hauling trucks, most car trailer are 7K like my last one. The 10k might be overkill if you only plan on hauling cars. The headlights are definitely bright. That was all the sponsor's idea. Hey it adds to resale since I will be selling it soon.
@RobertMememe5 жыл бұрын
Small thing I would add is one of those small solar panels they make for trailers to keep the battery charged when no in use
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I'll probably add that in the next video along with a few other modifications. Thanks for watching.
@WhiteFox0115 жыл бұрын
You have probably heard this already, but safety, safety, safety! But well produced a video!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Yeah, yeah, yeah. You nags might be the ones that end up saving my eyesight, so thanks. lol Bad habits are hard to break but I do think of these comments and it helps remind me. Thanks for watching!
@WhiteFox0115 жыл бұрын
vehcor, that is exactly why I commented, you are after all creating videos, while I am just watching, one day maybe, on setting up parts of my farm to be more self-sufficient, I have a greenhouse to set up, a hoop house to build, and so many other tasks, that I have to keep reminding myself, "YOU ARE RETIRED!!!, but it might fly. Humor above all is so important!
@dann9885 жыл бұрын
Maybe add a onboard compressor and a hot dog tank for air tool's or air up a tire out in the field. Also maybe a couple D- ring's wield to the trailer for tie down's along with a weather prof box for your tie downs
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
I have d-rings that go in the stake pockets so I can move them wherever I need them. I was actually considering a compressor as well. Thanks for the ideas!
@scuddrunner15 жыл бұрын
I've had a few PJ trailers and the 1st thing I do is paint the wheels black, looks stealthy. Just a "suggestion" when drilling, go slow your bits will last longer......... :-) Fantastic job!!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@mikewieggers63375 жыл бұрын
@@vehcor or you can use coolant (like threader oil) to keep your bit cool when drilling. At our shop we use S-30 cold saw coolant or a cutting wax. Just a little goes a long way and you don't have to slow down your drilling speed. Why didn't you store your battery in one of the toolboxes? It'll keep the road spray from corroding the terminals.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Mike Wieggers The rear toolbox is full of winch and the front is full of tie downs, straps etc. Since I used the side posts, I am not too concerned with corrosion. They are coated in dielectric grease as well. Thanks for watching.
@cbchevy745 жыл бұрын
My only thought for an improvement would be to add a light in the box, something on a switch that could turn on when the lid is opened. This would allow you to see what’s going on in there at night. It wouldn’t need much just a couple LED’s would do it.
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Already done 19:25 Thanks for watching.
@jmscollinsiii15 жыл бұрын
What lights did you use for inside the boxes?
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
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@endurence20055 жыл бұрын
You’re a freaking artist!
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@luise.hernandez454811 ай бұрын
awesome work I loved the way you did everything very clean and useful for what you need it for.
@imperialservices98926 жыл бұрын
That’s a nice trailer set up I need to learn how to weld
@vehcor5 жыл бұрын
Thanks, welders have come way down in price. Pick one up and start playing. It is a lot of fun and there are plenty of tutorial videos to get you started. Good luck, thanks for watching!