Maximize Your Trailer's Potential: 18 Essential Upgrades

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If you own a utility trailer, you know how useful it can be for hauling cargo and equipment. But did you know you can unlock even more potential from your trailer with a few simple modifications and upgrades? This video will show 18 incredible utility trailer transformations that will take your hauling game to the next level.
We have curated a list of the top utility trailer upgrades, modifications, and add-ons you can easily do yourself. These upgrades will make your trailer more versatile and efficient, from a spring-assisted tailgate lift to portable winch fabrication and installation. We'll also show you how to add stake pockets to your trailer and their many uses.
So whether you're a DIY enthusiast or just looking to get more out of your utility trailer, this video is a must-watch. Join us as we explore the best 18 DIY must-have 5x10 Carry-on Utility Upgrades, Mods, and Add-ons that will transform your trailer and make your life easier.
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00:00 Welcome to the Baldeagle242 KZfaq Channel! 🦅🇺🇸
00:16 1. Easy upgrade for your basic trailer deck
00:26 2. The best way to preserve and extend the life of your trailer deck. 3. A simple solution for securing and transporting small engines
01:22 6. Easy to use semi-fixed heavy-duty tiedown solution
02:02 7. Multi-position spare tire mounting system - VERY Easy to move to multiple locations around your trailer.
02:22 8. Secure storage for straps, tools, wheel chocks, etc...9. Cheap sealed storage for trailer parts
02:58 10. Rear support for loading
03:40 11 & 12 Safe and quick tire change solution! Building a cheap and effective winch system that can be used in multiple locations around your trailer. This system can also be turned around to pull heavy items to the back of your truck bed.
05:07 13. BONUS! It is a cheap and easy solution to keep the front of your trailer from rolling
06:41 14. Upgraded lighting puts less demand on your electrical system and lasts much longer than standard lighting.
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@no_handle_required 2 жыл бұрын

90% of the time you see a KZfaq video with "xx ideas for whatever" it's one or two ideas and the rest total bs. Just about every idea on this video is solid. Good stuff.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😁👍

@thatguy7085 Жыл бұрын

I agree… but they require welding, I don’t need another piece of equipment to store.

@victorsr6708 Жыл бұрын

I’ll be honest I rolled my eyes when I saw the title and the start of the video……… but as you got going I saw where you were going with things. Owning a trailer for many years, I could say every single thing you did is useful at one point or another! Good job

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I wasn’t really sure what to call this video. 😁👍

@victorsr6708 Жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 you hit the nail on the head, for once it wasn’t clickbait

@elluchador1251 Жыл бұрын

I agree 💯

@bradgray5629 6 ай бұрын

Impressed

@baldeagle242 6 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@waylonmccrae3546 2 жыл бұрын

Before the paint , varnish , or sealer has dried , sift some sand out on the boards , give you some grip when standing , especially if it's wet & this will keep you from busting your butt !!

@jameshardeman6590 2 жыл бұрын

I did that to my wood front porch and it helped when ice formed on it.

@dhamilton7839 2 жыл бұрын

Clever!

@renalshomlmes338 5 ай бұрын

I did that on mine. Now the floor is grippy for standing, but loaded boxes slide around now really easily.

@mikeelmore3114 2 жыл бұрын

I laughed a lot at this video. These are all great ideas, it's so rapid fire, there were tips inside of tips. No BS, just right into it. Wish more people made videos like this.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Ssidistik 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it is refreshing when someone is to the point instead of adding life story to every topic.

@jameshodge9253 Жыл бұрын

You are 100% correct with everything you said sir!

@jupitercyclops6521 Жыл бұрын

These were some outstanding tips!] I wasn't looking for this vid, but im glad I found it!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

@@jupitercyclops6521 Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸

@vincentj3093 2 жыл бұрын

WoW! Amazing! I’m 67 and miss the days when my grandfather, my father or uncles wanted something they just made it . This video is old school engineering. I’m very impressed.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Vincent. My father just turned 80 this year and we still work together on stuff like this. It's all I've ever known. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@im58woody 2 жыл бұрын

Everyone needs to produce videos like this! No nonsense, pure straight forward information without any fluff. You are a smart guy! Some great tips for all us trailer owners.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🦅🇺🇸

@alanreynolds2287 2 жыл бұрын

The gate lift is INCREDIBLE!!!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Alen.

@matthewpeterson3329 2 жыл бұрын

Well done video. No chit chat, no wasted time over explaining, great editing. Your brevity is appreciated.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Matthew! I hope to see you around on future videos. 🦅

@richhoops2413 2 жыл бұрын

I've watched a ton of trailer mod videos. This one is straight to the point, creative, and no annoying music. I enjoyed the information provided. The dual purpose jack usage really stood out for me. I "liked". Thanks.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😁👍

@johnstone9396 2 жыл бұрын

I was disappointed that his pets and/or kids were not “ his helpers” like most of these type of videos😬

@robertluisb.9287 Жыл бұрын

I hate when people think they're doing good about adding stupid music

@genekind6099 2 жыл бұрын

The jack stand idea is absolutely genuine!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 😁👍

@stevenlarsen1691 2 жыл бұрын

I've always been told to never put a saddle on a dead horse. They are referring to the cable. You put the saddle on the live side of the cable and it won't kink the cable on the tension side. The other way it will weaken the cable. For what you are doing it will last forever but I thought I would mention it. Thank you very much for a great video. Very well done!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing this to my attention. I had never heard this before making this video. I will be sure to keep this in mind for future adventures and I'll flip them around when I get a chance on this project. Thanks for watching! I hope to see you around on future videos! I'm going to pin your comment to the top so more people will see it. I can't be the only one that wasn't aware of this rule. 🦅

@veronikanunley5246 2 жыл бұрын

This was the best mod video I have watched in some time! Practical and definitely mods that would be helpful for us trailer users. Great Job and excellent ideas!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 🦅🇺🇸

@jaxturner7288 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 that list of mods would of been 15 separate 12 minute videos on any other channel. 👍

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@jaxturner7288 You sir are 100% correct. I try to keep my videos as short as possible and pack as much information as I can. 😁👍

@Camel_Jockey 2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking at buying a utility trailer, I've never owned one before. Found many videos where folks did something then recorded themselves talking about what they did and pointing to stuff already done. Your video showed so much without the non-sense, and brought me along for the ride. Thank you for this video.

@miltonturner2977 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 16' long x 6' wide boat trailer that I've turned into a generic hauling trailer. I used 2" x 8" boards to build the floor, then put galvanized sheet metal on top of the boards (screwed down) so things slide. I have chain/strap tie down points that attach to the trailer frame. On the sides I put the 2x4 metal brackets then built a 43" (width of sheet metal) wall around the trailer perimeter. Rear of trailer also has a loading ramp similar to the one on this video only heavier duty, and I used springs like he did. On the front pointed section I put an aluminum box, the kind you see in truck beds. I also attached a crank up wheel on the front trailer bar and added a bracket to hold the spare tire. I got the trailer free from a friend so this whole project cost me around $100 for wood, sheet metal and screws to hold it all together. The trailer was designed to hold a 2500 Lb Boat so it's pretty tough for big loads. I intend to use it to haul brush, move all kinds of items, and pick up landscape materials, mulch, rocks etc. My next task is to add the jacks on the rear so I can load without being hooked up to the truck.

@CW1116 2 жыл бұрын

Great modifications! You remind me of how "American know-how" became a phrase to be proud of. My fav is the mounts for the 2 jacks on the sides toward the rear. Several times I've had to get the truck out of the garage just so I could hook it to the trailer in order to load my mower. By doubling as a flat tire jack makes it well worth the effort of the installation. Neither of my trailers had anywhere to tie a rope that didn't have sharp edges so I mounted a 1" galvanized pipe 2" above and full length along both side walls and the front - all of which were 2 x 8's. Now I have unlimited tie-down places. Your gate lift assist save you quite a bit of money because the "Gorilla-Lift" is about $ 225 and the "Kuafu" kit is around $ 137 (plus tax on both). For those without the time, welder or H.D. drills the extra hundred bucks for the Kuafu might be the route to take.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. I have a couple links below the video for the systems you've mentioned. 🦅🇺🇸

@erik34 2 жыл бұрын

Don't know if this was mentioned in the comments (so many of them) but one thing I'd watch for is rust forming insides those tubular sides. After cutting those notches out for the tailgate rollers, I'd assume water would love to pool inside those tubes creating a breeding ground for rust. Loved this video so I subbed right away. Thanks KZfaq for recommending this channel to me.

@pcofranc 6 ай бұрын

Could drill some drain holes in the bottom.

@curtdunlap6818 2 жыл бұрын

Nice ideas! Now I have half a dozen more projects to add to my list! Thanks for sharing!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Curt. Thanks for watching.

@stanpelis3036 2 жыл бұрын

I use single E-trak along the top of the rails. This way I can use E-trak attachments and straps. No need for all those pockets. I haul all kinds of UTV's, ATV's, motorcycles, lawn mowers, etc. and never have run short of hitch points.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip. I have E-track in my box trailer and love the ease of use they offer. I went with the stake pockets on this trailer with a ratchet winch simply because it offered added spots for my spare tire and winch as well as actually stakes for side rails or even landscaping racks depending on the needed application. I do plan more future upgrades on this trailer and may add e-track attachments points as well. I hope to see you around on future videos. Thanks, for watching. 🦅

@FrankFH 2 жыл бұрын

A trailer ball mounted on a piece of angle like your hand winch is on makes a great way to secure a log splitter. Just latch it down a then one good strap across the rear of the splitter and you are good to go in no time.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

That's a fantastic idea! I'd never thought of that one. Thank you! 😁👍

@superspecialty5169 2 жыл бұрын

You can eliminate the welding scenes as those of us who have a welder really don’t need watch it, you learn by doing/practicing. Thanks 4 sharing your thoughts & ideas… good brainstorming!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. You are 100% correct. Thanks for watching.

@coffeebert6644 2 жыл бұрын

Your lift gate attachment was ingenious 👍🏻

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@Gunnr1236 2 жыл бұрын

E-Track is DA BOMB!!! That gives a person soooo many hook point options. I love that stuff on the floors of my trainers. Great video, thanks for some great ideas!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I purchased the E-track last fall and still haven’t gotten around to installing it on this trailer. I have it in my box trailer and agree 100%! It’s great for odd sized loads or loads that may not always be in the same place.

@johnhagmann6975 2 жыл бұрын

I love the gate helper idea

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

It comes in handy. Thanks for watching.

@bimbim18ok 2 жыл бұрын

Never owned a trailer. Seeing this makes me wanna buy one to do all this to it!!

@blueboy387 2 жыл бұрын

As with all tools you'll wonder how you ever made it with out it.

@thardyryll Жыл бұрын

Well done vid! A few more suggestions: 1. Trailers of this size typically are welded from lengths of angle iron, and those exposed 90-degree ends are dying to take a bite out your shins. I used a mini-grinder and cutting disk to clip those killer corners - more than a dozen on one of my trailers. 2. Adding D-rings has been mentioned. Not often done, but most useful, is to have D-rings at the center of the front and back ends of the trailer for a lengthwise strap. You can never have too many tie-down spots. 3. I never trust light load straps to stay hooked, so I always use carabiners to attach the straps to the D-rings. This also prevents the annoyance of hooking a strap, throwing the loose end over the load - and having the first end come unhooked when you try to secure the second hook. 4. No, I am not going to be the tenth person to explain how to use a loop-and-saddle on wire…

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

You’re awesome! 😁👍 Thank you for taking the time to type all of this out. Very well thought out and explained. You’ll also be happy to know I did flip the saddle straps around after the 10th comment. I had honestly never heard that before the comments on this video. Lesson learned. 😁👍

@pcofranc 6 ай бұрын

Gr8 points - I've been rounding angle iron corners for years and jut leveled-up by adding a wheel at the corner and yesterday I hit it with my thigh as I walked by the trailer and it hurt a little but much less than a hard 90 deg corner.

@Montana_Outdoor_Adventures 2 жыл бұрын

I cannot seem to acquire enough trailers, right now I have 5. I will be trying some of these mods. Nice, no fluff video, keep up the good work!!!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I tend to accumulate them as well.

@guyh.4121 2 жыл бұрын

So you could put a riding mower on your trailer with no problem? I’m looking to get a trailer and wasn’t sure of the size I needed. Great ideas you have here👍👍

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

If you're looking for a trailer for a single riding mower up to about a 48" deck a 5'x8' trailer is a good size. You will have to fold the plastic chute up on the side but it will fit with room to spare. A 5.5' or 6' x10' would be overkill for a single mower unless you plan to have other stuff on the trailer with it.

@guyh.4121 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 ...I like overkill 😂🤣. Never can tell when you may need it😄

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I'm the same way. I used a 5x8’ for many years but always ran into issues with things that wouldn't fit. The 5.5x10’ foot trailer is a good size and pulls well with my Jeep.

@tenncutt 2 жыл бұрын

This video is trailer genius bro! My 14 ft trailer is getting modded thanks to this video! Don't have tube rails but I'm thinking on putting a piece of pipe under the angle iron rail instead of on top as you suggested. Love it all especially the jacks on the rear sides.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Let me know how yours turns out.

@clarkkent4991 2 жыл бұрын

His video was great! Agreed.

@mrobvious1100 2 жыл бұрын

I would love to see some pictures of how you pull this off.. I have a 12' trailer with square stock hand rails.. The locks for the ramp attach right on the end of the rails.. I tried putting pipes on top of the rails and bolting them on on but when I lowered the gate the steel cable just raked across the steel because of the 45ﾟ angle and there's no way to get the cable up off of the steel.. I have been given suggestions like go to a welding shop and have them cut the locks off and lower them.. Another said just use 30-30 6" long all thread and put your eyeballs level with the top of the trailer so the cable never has to go in a downward angle.. I look forward to seeing pictures of how yours went.. Definitely don't want to cut the locks off if I can help it

@frankperry1543 2 жыл бұрын

Have you made your gate-asist yet? I've got the angle iron top rail as well, but I'm planning on boxing mine by putting angle iron underneath instead of pipe.

@antonioreynolds2850 2 жыл бұрын

Hands down!!! this was definitely one of the best explained and improvement video..Heck we need the Best of KZfaq videos award shows...I nominate this video....and I will come on stage and slap anyone who disagrees😂😂

@gregamerican848 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely one of the best mod videos I've ever seen.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Greg.

@Omastormy 2 жыл бұрын

I always depended on my older brothers for suggestions and advice like this. Now that they are gone, I've missed having access to their ideas. You sir, are a treasure. You have a new subscriber. Thank you!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Carol. It sounds like they were great people. I'm glad to have you here.

@David-ic8mm 2 жыл бұрын

We're moving out of the city and buying a trailer to set up the new place. That all makes sense. Thanks mate.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for watching. 😁👍

@perniciousprogressive8333 2 жыл бұрын

I use a port. 12 VDC winch on a Class 3 hitch insert & mount the receiver so I can use the winch elsewhere as well. Also have a skid mounted 3/4" SYP & 2x sealed & painted box w/ removable lid & tarp that I can use for over-sized brush & firewood hauling, plus we use it for moving pigs between farms. Not ideal for livestock due to the backboard ride, but it works in a pinch and keeps them contained. Also handy as an intermediate loading platform (with the suggested stabilizing jacks deployed) for loading steers & pigs up to dock height w/o needing a long ramp or dock; load animal onto trailer using the attached ramp, then fold up and back to appropriate distance & drop ramp to reach the higher load level. Works the reverse as well. Again, not ideal (gotta have somebody on each side who knows how to handle stock), but mother of necessity (and cheap)...

@gadgetorian-rctechgadgetsm4566 2 жыл бұрын

This video was recommended to me by YT. I didn't expect this to be nearly as informational as it was. These are all excellent tips! I'm definitely going to implement these upgrades on my trailer. Thanks for the info!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@stephenvarney3183 2 жыл бұрын

Those mods are at another level. You could do the gate mod if trailer had angle iron sides, put angle to make a tube, & use short angle pieces to support the rollers.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching.

@willyoung4512 2 жыл бұрын

Your cable system is really cool! I gotta do that! One thing though.... The attachment on the gate doesn't need to be any higher that the top of the rail where the spring in in a straight pull configuration. Above that point the cables are only pulling the gate towards the hinge and no longer in toward the rail. If this doesn't make sense, let me know and I'll try to explain it better. Also, the pin through the wheel... GENIUS!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Will. I appreciate the feedback. 😁👍

@heathweeks1985 Жыл бұрын

As the video progresses im saying to myself, "damn, look at that, yep, good idea, geez, I like that!" Good job man.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

@Heath Weeks Thank you for taking the time to share your comment! I hope to see you around on future videos. 😊👍

@michaelbrown5559 2 жыл бұрын

for a winch use a worm gear and weld 2 nuts on where crank handle then use a battery impack driver to power it with scoket

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea! Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching. 😁👍

@squarebob62 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! I have hit the jackpot when I found this treasure-trove of useful information that I have been needing for several decades. Thank You... Salute

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching, Bob!

@brucebanner5860 2 жыл бұрын

Not even halfway through and it's already full of great ideas.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@brucebanner5860 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 I'm always thinking of a way to make something better whether it's to help me improve or someone else.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@brucebanner5860 You and me both. I'm always looking for ways to improve anything. 😁

@AC-qn4qv 2 жыл бұрын

Great mods, one thing I like to do is put a cage over the tail lights, nothing fancy just a couple pieces of rebar or whatever. Those lights break so easy and gets expensive replacing them all the time!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+A C I have to agree with that. I was afraid this video was getting to long and may make a second one showing additional mods. Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸

@hipairbrush1053 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought a new trailer today. I drove it from the dealer to my home. Backing it in the driveway I backed into a rock and bent the snot out of my tail light. I'd like to know more about the "cage" you made....

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@hipairbrush1053 There are a few options to protect the taillights. If you have the tools and a welder you can bend up rebar as A C mentioned above or cut steel plates to surround the lights. On some trailers, you can also relocate the lights to the back of the fenders so they are less likely to hit something. If you want to do it the easy way you can buy a housing from Amazon like the one below and weld or bolt it on to protect the lights. amzn.to/351mADx Let us know how it works out and thanks for watching.

@TSRGarage 2 жыл бұрын

A couple coils of a car front spring is what protects my lights.

@cadeltarat 2 жыл бұрын

I agree with N English the one thing that I would do differently is to us shrink tube over the ends of the cut end and cable. Because of where I live in the desert the tap gets all sticky but you can always do what the old fisherman did and just take some PVC glue and coat the tape and it will melt it together and make water proof. Keep up the good work.

@mclary9808 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I have a 5x8 trailer just for hauling my lawn tractors and brush that I cut. Works great but I am definitely using some of your ideas to make her more efficient

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Let me know how to turns out. 😁👍

@margodawson4671 2 жыл бұрын

That spring lift on the gate is really nice I had one of these but never thought of that. Thanks Darrell

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

It comes in very handy. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@perniciousprogressive8333 2 жыл бұрын

If you can find it locally, black Locust & Osage orange are much tougher, denser, & rot resistant than pine, then comes white oak. Whether one of the rot resistant or treated pine, dry it first (especially the pine). Drill a fastener hole on each end 1/8" larger than the stainless bolts w/ lock nut used to secure, but then prime & paint w/ a high solids acrylic or epoxy (both very tough & will resist all but the heaviest gouging by heavy metal or stumps being drug off). Make sure your paint covers the end grain and inside of bolt holes especially, but also make sure the holes remain clear - you want the inner walls coated but not so tight as to cause the bolts to scrape it off on inserting. Once tightened down they won't move, but re-check every year to make sure the wood hasn't shrunk any more. If properly dried and coated it should remain dimensionally stable and last the life of the trailer (my white oak deck is 29 years old & the Daiche coatings "Roll Stone" I think it was called has only needed touching up twice (from dragging trailer sized oak stumps off w/ a backhoe).

@ppgwhereeverett4412 2 жыл бұрын

COOL video !! The only thing I would change is : Instead of electrical tape on the cables, I would use Heat Shrink in two (or more) layers. I love the Lift Assist !!

@brucedoxey5815 2 жыл бұрын

Simple and cheap, can't argue with that!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Bruce.

@veiledzorba 10 ай бұрын

Hit the holes with some "red lead" primer before inserting bolts. Really nice job!

@baldeagle242 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. I hope to see you around on future videos.

@colinlawrence2186 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job it's great to see somebody taking pride in there equipment I'm really impressed Take care stay safe and God bless you 🙋‍♂️🇬🇧

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words, and thanks for watching. 👨‍🦲🇺🇸

@Formerlywarmer 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas and very well made video. Straight to the point

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Jimmy.

@davidcurnutt9584 2 жыл бұрын

Your fabrication and attention to detail is astounding. Very impressed.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. 🦅

@Eric-gi9kg 2 жыл бұрын

Like the relocating of the spare tire with the use of the pockets. Spring setup is pretty cool as well.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+Eric Nay Thank you!

@workingmanrondoyle3287 2 жыл бұрын

Jam packed full of content. Very well done 👍👍 You just earned another subscriber!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+Working Man🛠️Ron Doyle Thank you! 😁👍

@andrewp.brorsen8372 2 жыл бұрын

Going to have to watch this one several times. You went really fast on what you were going to do with gate. Good ideas!

@OldMadScientist 2 жыл бұрын

Just a suggestion. Get some Plasti-Dip and cover the taped part of the cable. Over time the tape will get old and start to come off, the Plasti-Dip will prevent that.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

The funny thing about that is I have another video showing people how to repair and seal a mower seat with Plasti-Dip. I never thought to use it on cable ends. Thanks for the tip. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/p7eJpM6qyJ--ZWQ.html

@tester1ca 2 жыл бұрын

Cool ideas. A utility trailer is a must for most handymen from dump runs to transporting kayaks.

@peterslanger6062 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. The first mod i did to my new trailer was add reverse lights to it. Its hard to see back there at night when reversing...especially the older i get.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. I have a few other mods I plan to add to this trailer later this year. Back-up lights are a great recommendation and I may add this to my list of additional upgrades. Thanks again! I hope to see you around on future videos. 🦅

@drscottdavis1 2 жыл бұрын

I sure appreciate this video. Thanks for great tips and ideas on how to make trailers better. My Harley-Davidson Trike needs some things for securing that you showed me.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found it helpful. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@Samandcocoa 2 жыл бұрын

wow, loaded with good info for such a short video, I came away with a good half dozen ideas. thanks

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Sam! I hope to see you around on future videos! 🦅

@fergusonto-2032 2 жыл бұрын

I just now discovered this video , great upgrades on your trailer , I plan on doing some of these on mine , I am a new subscriber , Thankyou for sharing

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I sincerely appreciate the support! 👍

@stevehodgkins8801 2 жыл бұрын

I did the spring lift mod on my trailer (I have the same trailer or damn close to it. 6x10') - I am not disappointed. Works very well. I also painted/treated the bed with a sealant and added grit to it for traction. Ended up painting the whole trailer after and used truck bed liner on the wheel fenders. Huge improvement.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

That’s so awesome! It’s amazing how much a little effort makes to enhance these trailers and extend their life beyond expectations. Thanks for sharing your ideas. 😁👍

@pcofranc 6 ай бұрын

@@baldeagle242Also, gives them a needed refresh. Mine has peeling paint and multipel colors - I like to air spray paint projects in the bed of the trailer. Putting a new coat on everything make it look more up to date.

@levibaer18 Жыл бұрын

Dude! I never knew my trailer needed these things, but will be working smarter soon thanks to you.

@roberthoffman7130 2 жыл бұрын

I really like your ideas I'm definitely gonna do so upgrades to my 16' my old ass is getting tired of lifting my double gate.... ya gotta new sub here my friend

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I hope to see you around on future videos! 🦅

@mrc8155 2 ай бұрын

That’s impressive. I’m at the beginning of restoring my grandfather’s small utility/dump trailer which I inherited then kept sitting for almost ten years in the bushes. You really make me want to buy a welder and modify it along the way, sick fabrication skills.

@dmann1209 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome upgrades , very useful.. I have the 5 X 8 trailer and I mounted a bed box for a small truck to the front over an extended tongue. Loads of storage and water proof.

@johnboren3976 2 жыл бұрын

LOVE the winch idea! You could double your capacity/ make it easier on your, and pull straight onto the trailer, instead of an angle if you changed out the strap for a cable, used a snatch block, then anchored the other end to the other side.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Great idea. Thank you. 😁👍

@hansjansen7047 Жыл бұрын

I really like that snatch block comment

@danschilling5863 2 жыл бұрын

I like adding D Rings so you can use tie downs at various points and they take up such little space and are easy to weld on.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+Dan Schilling Thanks for the tip. I have a few that I purchased to add on but haven’t gotten around to putting them on yet. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@robertphillips8596 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas! I subscribed! I think a video regarding attaching an axle hub with spare tire attached to your trailer would be very helpful. I like the idea but can’t put together the actual construction in my mind’s eye. Also one of my trailers has rear jack stands that has 2” square tubing vertically welded to the frame (only about two or three inch piece).Then smaller sq.tubing about 18” long slides inside the 2” tubing. Holes are drilled in the smaller tubing and through the 2” tubing with the holes in the smaller tubing being located when you want to support the deck so it does not tip down or to hold up the tubing in position for traveling. You’ll need a plate welded to bottom of the small tubing. This is relatively inexpensive as opposed to using two tongue jacks, but certainly not as helpful as the tongue jacks might be for changing a tire. Thanks for your great suggestions!!!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info and thanks for watching.

@lindseysturkie2205 2 жыл бұрын

Love the spring asst ramp lift. Very ingenious.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thanks for watching. 😁👍

@ChookHendo 2 жыл бұрын

Some nice ideas there well done. Cable clamps are always installed with the teeth onto the main cable so it spreads the contact point and doesnt damage it. Cheers.

@austinlane761 2 жыл бұрын

Great ideas here. A tip, though… The rule “never saddle a dead horse”, in regards to the saddle clamps on your wire rope. Thanks for sharing.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! I was not aware of this when I made the video. I'll keep this in mind for next time. 😁👍

@busterland1805 2 жыл бұрын

You beat me to it. Those cable clips are "backards". Those are some good ideas. I'll be utilizing some of them. Good use of 'warshers' .LOL

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@busterland1805 My wife told me i’d catch heck over woooorshers when I was editing this video. You're not the first one to point it out. 🤦🏻‍♂️ 🤣🤣

@supremetalentco 2 жыл бұрын

You have engineered the swiss army knife of utility trailers. Thanks for making this video. Very useful.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Hopefully, you will find a couple ideas that work well for you.

@richardsutherlin5162 2 жыл бұрын

Of the ten best mechanical tips / inventions I have learned on KZfaq, at least 5 were from this single video!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

That's fantastic! Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸

@scottbrown7415 Жыл бұрын

I really like these videos! Very good production quality and no gimmicks or goofing around.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Scott. 😁👍

@ChrisMcDonald321 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Great video! Such great ideas!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Scott I appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment.

@JeffRL1956 Жыл бұрын

Great ideas. Not one was just filler to pad out the video. I love it when people make improvements based on their real-world experience. Thanks!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. 😁👍

@marklaramee2623 2 жыл бұрын

I got tired of backing up and braking tail lights, so I moved mine to the lower sides of my gate. Works very well

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I 've been lucky with tail lights so far. I will probably change their location if I do break them. The reflective white tape on the front side of the gate also helps tremendously with seeing your trailer when you're backing up after dark. Thanks for watching.

@unclemikeb 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 I found LED taillights at O'reilleys that have a built in back up light. Just have to run a blue wire from the tow vehicle to the light. I suppose you could wire it to come on with the stop lights, don't know if that is legal in all states, LOL.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

@@unclemikeb Thanks for the reply. That's one thing I've always wanted to do but never taken the time to make it happen. I think I need a part two to this video for all the extra suggestions people have left. Thanks for watching! 🦅🇺🇸

@akbychoice 2 жыл бұрын

@@baldeagle242 magnetic flashlight that you can position on a fender or frame makes backing in the dark much easier.

@michael-si9xs 2 жыл бұрын

Damn do want to sell it ? just kidding LOL, another GREAT video thanks for all the great ideas.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+michael, Everything I own is always for sale for the right price. 😉 Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@acedadon2107 Жыл бұрын

The jack and strap things you welded on are pretty smart I’m going to do this on my trailer I’m fixing up👌🏻

@photog1529 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up a welder for some truck projects, and now I've picked up some good ideas for my 16' utility trailer, which happens to be woefully short of sufficient strapping points to secure a load of hay bales. I also like the idea of side-mount jack stands. Very informative video...brief and to the point.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I'm happy you found it helpful. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@fredormanis5705 2 жыл бұрын

Oh I'm so getting springs on my ramp. 👍🏼

@chadrickparrott8391 2 жыл бұрын

you can make a spare tire mount out of a spindle or old axle. That way you have everything bearings, hub cotter key ect ready to go.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

+Chadrick Parrott, I've always thought about doing that but never followed through. It would make it very quick and easy to swap the entire assembly out. Thanks for watching. 🦅🇺🇸

@bdphourde 2 жыл бұрын

This DIY had good mods, good engineering, and quick and informative execution! I immediately subscribed! How could I not, and miss something valuable? Thanks!

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brian. I appreciate your support. 😁👍

@stevenlarsen1691 2 жыл бұрын

On the winch my Dad took the handle off and welded a 3/4" nut instead. Then he could use his electric drill or a ratchet to winch the load. This allowed him to lower it so it was out of the way and a stronger. I really like you idea of putting the jacks on the side so your trailer would tip when not hooked up. It would also work to lock you trailer. Again thank you for sharing.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for the tip and thanks for watching.

@jayf6525 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. Thanks for the tips.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@AndyDuboskySaysFuckThePolice 2 жыл бұрын

Like the idea of spare tire being able to be easily relocated. Instead of mounting spare to a generic mount I utilize my spare hub and spindle as spare tire mount. That way you will have whatever you need and won't need to have it ammo can. Any way you carry a spare hub is better off than most people. I will be mounting my spare hub and spindle to a piece of channel and utilize your approach for spare tire. Nice job

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

I will add that to the next video. Thanks for the suggestion! 😁👍

@RepairGang 2 жыл бұрын

this video should be great can't wait for it to start

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, sir. There are some very good practical tips in this video. I've also tried a much quicker video format so hopefully, it is received well.

@pauldeahl3980 2 жыл бұрын

A wireless magnetic back up camera would be a great addition to just about anyones trailer. When not in use simply remove it and store it in your glove box.

@johngormley2192 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, short trailers are difficult to back. I had an 18' ski boat trailer that would disappear on a steep ramp. Great idea.

@chadp5916 Жыл бұрын

Going to agree with the pinned response! Everything you showed here is fairly simple to do and will make life so much easier when using a utility trailer! Well done on the video and great tips, thanks!

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😁👍

@danielpena5530 2 жыл бұрын

Very nice work. Good job explaining things 👍

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Daniel.

@scott5747 2 жыл бұрын

Good ideas and I like that the video moves along without the silliness (trying to act) that others do. I added the small round LED's to the fenders so I could see that the trailer lights are working when driving.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. My wife gets the final say on the editing. 😁👍

@marklander9177 Жыл бұрын

Man, you did a fantastic job on that trailer. I'm going to build one for hauling my dirt bike and will be using some of your ideas for sure.

@baldeagle242 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Let me know how yours turns out. 😁👍

@Kyle-ev4fk Ай бұрын

Well done, sir. The only other modification I would do is back up lights. Most people probably don't park their trailer at night as much as I do, but it is a mod I need on my trailers

@lloydmarche3058 2 жыл бұрын

Those are really great upgrades. Very well done . 👍.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Lloyd.

@karlkascha1261 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. I'm definitely going to add stake loops to my trailer.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. They come in handy. Thanks for watching. 😁👍

@tralfazy 2 жыл бұрын

This is an hours worth of material in less than 15 minutes. Great job! Great camera angles and efficient editing.

@baldeagle242 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🦅🇺🇸

@mrobvious1100 2 жыл бұрын

took a shot today..running into this problem.. my gate lock moves up-and-down vertically.. When I lift the lock up and lower the gate to the ground the flange with the 3/8 hole in it is parallel to the ground and extends 2" beyond the square stock.. I can't figure out how to overcome the sharp angle from the end of the Spring and pipe down to the eye which I have at the very top of the gate as high as I can bolt it.. The steel cable is still scraping the flange where the gate lock goes into the gate.. when it is parallel to the ground, then the cable is level.. Not sure how to send pictures to you but they say a picture is more than a 1000 words lol