Budget Harbor Freight Off-Road Trailer Build. Episode 2. Making An Overland Trailer On The Cheap.

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Let's build a budget overland trailer!
Today we are going to take this Harbor Freight overland trailer to the next level. Walls, a water tank, the works. But unfortunately, I make a huge mistake and break my best lens that I shoot these videos with...life goes on I guess lol. In any case I'm having a great time building this trailer so I hope you are enjoying watching it!
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@shawnvergilia1609 2 года назад

Build the ramps as your fender. Dual purpose and possible a cool look. Saved space.

@jtdehaanjr 2 года назад

I was thinking the same

@paulsmith9341 2 года назад

Yes, fenders that flip down and act as ramps. Also some kind of step to enter the tent.

@marksommers6764 2 года назад

Genius

@robbanks7393 2 года назад

Most guys use firewood as ramps/leveling blocks.

@jamesdahan7265 2 года назад

I was thinking the same thing. Great idea!

@danielburgan3621 2 года назад

For those of us who live vicariously through your builds, your loss is our loss. My condolences, Nate

@JoeGarofaloII 2 года назад

"If we drive onto a pair of ramps that make it taller, it will be taller." See, it's that kind of genius simplicity that we are missing in our advanced society

@SWBCrawler 2 года назад

Great stuff. Sorry to hear about that lens. I can’t imagine what I’d do if I dropped my camera. And the whole rig isn’t worth even as much as that lens. Good luck with it.

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Lo dude it sucks. The repair estimate is 600 but we will see.

@seancummings6379 2 года назад

@@DirtLifestyle Fingers crossed that the lens can be repaired. Great build so far.

@utahjohnnymontana3373 2 года назад

The lenses are always the most expensive part. They add up fast!

@michaelwillis1832 2 года назад

@@DirtLifestyle Make sure you check the camera is ok, i did that with a really nice camera and didn't realise that the internals bent, all the shots it took for about 2 months were soft, on the other hand the $7k lens was fine.

@1nvisible1 2 года назад

*Consider mounting one inch u channel for a spring balanced guillotine door that doubles as a large animal trap for food and fur collection during the post Covid apocalyptic period. Also, waterproof forward mounting speakers for blasting cruelty free gender neutral attack music.*

@gerryhartung736 2 года назад

Man cave, check, man tools, check, boy toys, check, what else....... oh yea, most humble, understanding wife. You gotta ❤ her!

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Lol I'm very fortunate

@JoeGarofaloII 2 года назад

I always overbuilt things and I love that you do too Nate. You're giving me a ton of ideas for projects 👍

@brianmartin3669 2 года назад

Always love watching you create, it is the number one reason I follow your stuff. You have a knack for the right balance of pre-planning and being flexible to potential issues or inspiration. Can't wait to see the progress on this build!

@signdeals4972 2 года назад

Super glad you’re doing this build. I’ve been planning one, but it’s nice to see someone go through it to see what I want.

@Trap..house. 2 года назад

That’s what I’m talking about ! Live this series! So cool seeing this transform! Can’t wait for part 3!

@noahmoore2907 2 года назад

We appreciate the honesty and transparency. Good work Nate!

@gearlist 2 года назад

Looking solid Nate, super pumped to see how this continues to progress. Looking forward to ep 3 🤙🤙

@nickjtierney 2 года назад

That drill, plasma, bend with crescents and weld on the water skid was awsome. Love this project so far! Great work man!

@duncancameron3759 2 года назад

A friend of mine built his own trailer as well. Had the same problems with the first design being too tall and tippy with the rooftop tent on. He used some electric trailer jacks and built it so the tent would lift about 1' with the push of a button. Works amazingly well and is super strong.

@mattbarrett41 Год назад

Rooftop tents…..great idea when you’re under 35. When you’re over 50, you have the bladder of a toddler. I’m up twice a night. I’ll sleep in the trailer, thanks!

@kieranrulz2 2 года назад

I also love creating as you go, I find it so satisfying as you see it all come together

@jason.hartson 2 года назад

I'm super stoked to see this build as it progresses. I'm not a fab guy so I love seeing this process. Sucks about the lens Nate, but good for you for calling it and regrouping.

@xsailor1970 2 года назад

Always love the Content totally get your pain with destroying expensive equipment. If you didn’t already know you could probably rent a Lens to save you an unexpected major expense there’s a number of companies that do it. Super excited about this build, it may be the first project I do since you inspired me to buy my own welder thanks so much for all your hard work!

@StormbornJKU 2 года назад

Trailer is looking pretty darn good. Excited to see what comes next!

@MacsSpecialitiesMotorsports 2 года назад

We appreciate it when you make a mistake and show us how you resolved the issue. Especially when you make the wrong cut then making it work in the end without wasting any materials! Well done Sir!

@chriswhitehouse9764 2 года назад

Take a good break DL. You’re rocking the channel and we’ll keep coming!

@WeekendWrenchTurner 2 года назад

Turning out pretty nice! Can't wait to see what you come up with for organization👍

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Thanks man!

@lukefortenberry2998 2 года назад

Love this idea love the repurposed parts love building with just a general idea and see what it turns into keep up the awesome content definitely one of my favorite channels

@JuanLopez-vb6fq 2 года назад

Its turning out amazing can't wait to see the final build

@JakeTaylor1646 2 года назад

I'm excited I love your design plan on this!

@MS-kh2je 2 года назад

Love how you explain your mistakes even when no one would notice, true sign of a teacher.🧐

@Hardknox701 2 года назад

What an awesome project. Love watching these fabrication videos

@trentallmon5445 2 года назад

Cool thing about the easy jack style ramps is they could potentially be used to level the sleeping surface as well. Cool build for sure

@DANEMSPRINGER 2 года назад

Can't wait for the rest of the build videos Nate 🙌

@jameshall4385 2 года назад

I love the trailer. It is a great project. I have two ideas for it. You could try to mount an alternator to the pinion yoke and you could charge the batteries as you drive down the road. Those easy ramps look like fenders or mud flaps, you could try to build a larger pair and mount them for fenders or mud flaps on the trailer. You could mount them with removable pins.

@theomnipresent1 2 года назад

I like your out of the box ideas. Seems like you would get about 2,000 rpm @ 60mph w/35" tires and a 3.54:1 final drive.

@markjones3273 2 года назад

I remember an article I read in Off Road or some such in the '70s that someone did the alternator thing. He used it to power a pump for custom hydraulics. A very efficient setup.

@zarkov2324 Год назад

could also add an electric motor to move the trailer around xD

@dsimpleman67 2 года назад

Looking good Nate. Can’t wait to see your build ideas develop. I have a lot of respect for your work.

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Thank you buddy! Happy to have you along for the ride 🙌

@peten6445 Год назад

You make it look so easy. Great video!!

@roamingwiththemilligans 2 года назад

Love all your videos man, this trailer is exactly what Ive been looking for..

@snicklefritzd3612 2 года назад

I am so stoked to see the fire arm video. Heading over now.

@peterf.4268 2 года назад

Really sorry about the camera costs/breakage, keep your head up, seriously 1 of THE BEST RU-vid channels out there.

@mustanggun 2 года назад

Gosh, I wish I had the tools this brother does. Looking good, love the project.

@CharleyMcGee 2 года назад

random thought ... why not mount an alternator to the axle's input shaft so that the input shaft spins the alternator as you drive along. That way, you'd always arrive at your camp site with full batteries.

@mwilliamshs 2 года назад

Lot of work and complexity for very little potential charging

@brentheltsley7187 2 года назад

I really like that idea but I don’t think the rpm off the pinion would be enough to charge with.

@CharleyMcGee 2 года назад

@@brentheltsley7187 It depends. I think he said he was using 35-inch tires. If so, then the if the axle has a 3.90 ratio, the pinion is turning right about 2700 rpm which is pretty ideal for charging. Also, if the gearing is the same in the trailer axle as in the truck, then yay for spare parts!

@Ryan_Tidwell 2 года назад

He'd use a lot more gas? Nothing is free bro.

@mwilliamshs 2 года назад

@@brentheltsley7187 wheel rpm x axle gears = pinion rpm. Can then multiply with pulley ratios. RPM isn't the issue

@andrewgloverthiel5218 2 года назад

Feels with ya for the lens loss - stoked to see the progress & am looking forward to seeing the design develop as you go :)

@troycarlson5792 2 года назад

Good on ya mate 👍 All your videos are great . Was the build stuff that got me watching in the first place.🇦🇺

@joshsnyder5555 2 года назад

I appreciate your efforts, love the content... Easier said then done, keep your head up.

@NWGarage 2 года назад

Absolutely fantastic video series, I searched this topic looking for ideas on the lowered flat bed harbor freight trailer I plan to build to haul drift spares to the track , whole different ball park , but still highly appreciate and enjoy all the ideas , effort and creativity put into this build Fantastic content

@mattpendley8057 2 года назад

Really appreciate your videos and your transparency. Hate you lost the lens.

@TJSport-my6kn 2 года назад

Quality video, great build project!

@danielcoll6803 2 года назад

Trailer looks great. Love your logic and progress. Sorry about the lens!. If glass is not broken it might be repairable but not likely before SEMA. I have had good luck with well-known mail away camera shops. Good luck

@scottbartlett4853 2 года назад

Great work Nate!

@ericmillier6652 2 года назад

Looking good! Tough break with that lens. Keep up the great content!

@billellenburgjr9134 2 года назад

Just finished watching this episode - Awesome work!!!! I wanted to run an idea by you for keeping the dual batteries charged on the trailer - an old hot rodder trick connecting an alternator to a driveshaft. You have the pinion on the axle just sitting there begging for this.

@matteblackknight3234 2 года назад

Just got a Disco2 and stumbled across your channel. Absolutely love your content. I’m new to the whole off-road thing. So I’m trying to learn as much as I can before I start modding. Great content. It’s all fantastic. Looking forward to your future builds. There all inspiring. Thank you very much. Sorry about your lens. That really sucks. Hopefully it can be repaired and function like new.

@angusmcguckian7314 2 года назад

Oh man…. I get your frustration about your lens. I hate when things like that happen….it puts me in a crappy mood as well. Keep up the good work Nate! Love your content

@ronaldgraham5685 2 года назад

Doing an awesome job Nate! Look forward to next episode. Especially but not limited to, the TDI build. I'm waiting to build mine😉 I see many RU-vid creators, getting together and building cool stuff! And boosts each other's channels etc Suggestion: get with PFI I think you and Brent, Sean etc. Would get along extremely well, very positive, creative, educational experience for all.

@jjansen987 2 года назад

Nate keep it up I would love to have a trailer like yours. Great work.

@mikemorgan4670 2 года назад

Great progress in this ep. Really interesting to watch the creative process. Ouch! Feel your pain on the lens mishap, been there before.....yeah sick to your stomach is real. Your humility is admirable.

@anneleyba7419 2 года назад

Hey Nate, You motivated me. I had a tire carrier with a sway to it. I ordered latch and bike brake handle from Amazon. I have a XJ Jeep that is not OEM. I had to custom make a support for my tire carrier. It works, thanks. Keep doing what your doing.

@shanelangton Год назад

looking pretty awesome! Very jealous of your shop!

@kylancook3477 2 года назад

When I have made a major mistake at work I try to go let the boss know before my sick stomach tries to convince me to hide it. It's a terrible feeling that is never one I want to get used to having. This too shall pass, thanks for the perseverance on this stuff Nate, keep up the good work

@lanegregg4061 2 года назад

Love the build! So fun to watch you work. Having the rear 45 degree panel on a hinge so it can fold down would be kinda cool.

@jeremyspecce 2 года назад

I was thinking the same thing. If it was a full slide out tray when you open it that would be cool...just have to make sure you account for that weight so it does’t make the trailer pop a wheelie!

@captainswampy9501 2 года назад

I'd love to see an episode on your camera gear and how you make the magic happen. The quality of your videos is amazing. I'd like to share some of my projects and encourage people to bust out their tools. The whole video editing thing is a bit overwhelming, and I probably don't have what I need to make a nice video. Once I get going with editing I imagine I'll learn what needs to be captured to put a decent video together. I'd be excited to put out something 1/2 as good as your content. I want to focus on bringing older trucks back to life as daily drivers or toys. I built a 2000 Excursion that got wrecked, and ended up with a 2005 GMC Sierra that I'm fixing. I've also got two 2001 Dodge Ram ORE's I'm excited to start on. Thanks for such great content. It's hard to find guys that really research and know what and why they are doing things. Thanks for sharing that knowledge with us!

@joshuaschrecengost8227 2 года назад

Great video as always, bummer on the lens. Watching your fab videos is like an extended version of the scenes in the old A-team tv show where they would build a tank out of a tractor, 2 bicycles, and some rusty sheet metal. I mean that in a good way of course!

@chrisw9629 2 года назад

Once again, nice work Nate! 👍🏻

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Thank you!

@robguest700 2 года назад

I'm Rob and I'm getting ready to build an off road trailer smaller to yours I've had given to me a wierd framed trailer with 14 inch wheels I need to re-do the frame maybe even build a new one, I like your design and thanks for your inspiration,love your show

@cuda5194 2 года назад

Love this build keep it up

@TonyNotto 2 года назад

Looks great!

@Flitzer514 2 года назад

That's a really cool trailer!

@bradleygoral8453 2 года назад

Digging the build!

@Str8sixfan Год назад

Nate, this is great! Enjoying this so much. Totally get what you mean post dropping the lens. I couldn't be useful to continue to forge on fabricating. Would be way too distracted mentally.

@chasteen9159 2 года назад

Sweet build my guy!!

@Justforfun-ek7et 2 года назад

RIP camera lens. You were a good friend, provided such clarity and depth to everyday life, nothing can replace you and your special ability to focus on what truly matters. It was great and you will be missed.

@lyndonhamby7432 2 года назад

Good job Nate 👍👊

@jehu5279 2 года назад

Artistic Nate back at it👍👍I plan to modify my harbor freight trailer one day, when I dare to use a welder 😬

@jordanharris3749 2 года назад

Look at timbren axles for the future, would save you a lot of space underneath for the tank and whatever else

@WYO-FAM 2 года назад

Nate, I watched this video yesterday morning. After watching it I thought you should consider getting a stick of 3/8 cold roll and build a cage for around your camera and lens. This is pretty cheap insurance in case a tripod would tip and the camera came crashing to the ground. Have a great day.

@kirkparsons6264 2 года назад

Looking forward to the rest of the series. What about using some kind of scissor jack system to raise and lower your tent platform? You could build the platform to sit relatively flush with the roof, keeping your center of gravity as low as possible, then raise up to get you where you need. You could probably even design the platform to cover the jack and protect it somewhat from dirt buildup?

@bobbymulwee7641 2 года назад

New hoodies and shirts look rad

@bigjohn524 2 года назад

Sorry about your lens!! Keep up the great content I'm glad I found you!!!

@skipscustomoutdoors 2 года назад

I made a flatbed out of 16ga and i have been very impressed how strong it is! I’ve had my truck in the air only being held up by my deck on a rock. No damage besides the paint lol 😂 bad ass video again man!

@moabwheeling1305 2 года назад

I'm really liking your trailer build Nate and I'm looking forward to your next video on it. I also would like to see you build some ramps for it. Sorry about your mishap my friend . Take care sir and be safe.

@gerryhartung736 2 года назад

I like the ramp/fender idea. If you remember train caboose, they had battery banks and a dynamo, or gen. driven by belts from axels.

@adventureoverland2984 2 года назад

Considering what that lens cost I know it hurts. You’re an inspiration to me and my plan to make RU-vid videos. I still have to buy a bunch of things like that. Keep up the awesome work!!!!!

@BIGfartActual 2 года назад

Great video brother!

@gerryhartung736 2 года назад

The rails on top of trailer 👌 go good with rack on rover.

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Thanks!

@snowfreak207 2 года назад

This is a fab channel! 👌

@forreststrong797 2 года назад

This is awesome I've really been looking forward to these videos. I built a very similar trailer I used a Toyota axle and back half truck frame. I found that I really needed heavy duty shocks you might find the same thing. I was surprised how flexy it was on truck springs with like no weight the shocks helps dampen it a lot. I considered a sway bar too with disconnects.

@tmurray12 2 года назад

I feel ya on the lense brotha. I'd have to go have a nice long sit myself.

@garethmcgregor1621 2 года назад

Loving this build. Bummer about the lense, I feel your pain.

@brianburns5335 2 года назад

Love this channel! Sorry about the dropped gear. Going to check out the shirts.

@casey197930 2 года назад

You inspire me man. Thanks for another great video, sorry about the lense.

@JeremyAbles01 2 года назад

I have broken my 50mm lens and that was when it was a 450 lens and that made me sick so I can only imagine how you feel. Love the content keep up The great work

@Auguste88 2 года назад

Nice project, hoody ordered!

@JacobShepherdEngineer 2 года назад

I love the idea of ramps and would love to see a build. I built my rack to be adjustable but haven't actually used it yet.

@wyojim3994 2 года назад

Looking good

@danielfitzgerald5959 2 года назад

Just found this channel and truly is my loss. man I really enjoy these types of videos, seeing it come together is nice

@Lukaslevanen1435 2 года назад

Just because you broke your lens as well as cause I like your content I’m now subscribed. Keep up the great work.

@rangerdoc1029 2 года назад

Love this idea. I want to make one that can either be gear storage, or carry an ATV.

@jonathanconway7256 2 года назад

When you know you are tough on things, you build it tough! Awesome

@DirtLifestyle 2 года назад

Lol for sure

@rocklanderoffroad 2 года назад

Man I was just about to build a trailer myself from an old Lowes trailer! I think Ill follow this for a little to get some inspiration/ideas! Great timing. Sorry about the lens, Love the channel!

@quincyoconnor9707 2 года назад

Looks awesome. Airbags would be cool aswell to bring down centre of gravity on trails. But then having it at a suitable height for canping

@super_slo 2 года назад

What about flip down legs on the back of the trailer? Pop a pin, drop the ends on the ground, pull forward? Easier to stow than ramps, although that idea to integrate them into the fender is awfully clever. As always, fantastic design elements and a great aesthetic. Good job dude!

@Brown-papi 2 года назад

Awesome build, i got recommended video from the gladiator ecodiesol video and i went into your channel and now i need to follow thru with this build. Subscribed!

@trailblazerlife3140 2 года назад

Love this build can’t wait to see how it turns out sorry about the lens that hurts bad

@eriksmith5950 2 года назад

Man that sucks!!! Build is looking good! I got some hoody's and stickers from you guys to help with the new lens!!!! Best of luck man!

@TheRambler-pz1gx 2 года назад

I saw a guy on Section 2 of the WABDR who had a small Offroad trailer. He had a very ingenues way of getting the RTT to rise. He found pneumatic struts that were rated for 80-100lbs ea.Then he did the square tube inside of square tube. With all 4 corners lifting at the same time it was a breeze. I asked him if it jammed due to trail dust. He said no because he drilled a bung at the bottom of each upright, and the vibration going down the trail would make it all fall out. Tolerance was key though. Good luck on the build. I was going to do the same thing last year with a 40x48HF trailer, but I ended up giving the trailer kit to someone who fell on hard times in the Snoqualmie Valley who needed one more than I did.