Great rebuild job on the trailer. I think the route you went by keeping the repair ideas simple but effective will add big time value if you ever decide to sell it.
Maybe some type of overhang to cover that top lip of the door. Like a piece of aluminum angle all the way across, with the edge bent up to work as a gutter? That way if the door is open or closed, and it's raining, the water drains off to the sides.
Hey mustie, just discovered this channel a couple of days ago, and I must say: I am very pleased. It doesn't seem like it, but this is what RUclips is for: high-quality videos, great audio and a very good content. I myself also do repair old German bikes, and I really enjoy your videos. Thanks.
Again, very nice job. I think your thinking with the back door is right. You could go to town with sealing and insulating it, but it would take a lot longer to do and the fact is that with the door being somewhat flexible the sealing will eventually fail with the door being opened and shut and moving around in the frame as the trailer is used so sooner or later water will get in there, soak the insulation and start rusting out the frame as happened with the original one. But with your method any water that gets in there can go straight through and out of the bottom easily so the water isn't sitting for long enough to start corrosion happening. Nothing that is made out of several pieces will ever be totally water tight, even the box sections in car bodies have drain holes to let water out...
Well done my friend, it looks so much better and functional too. This is only the beginning, so many more videos to come regarding this trailer! And yes... Nice title! :D
I have been watchin your vids for a while now....and my comments and observation is ...you are a very good tradesman , creator and I love how you repurpose things. Someone has taught you and you listened very well. My hats off to you , the cool stuff you do. Fantastic and thanks for sharing Alberta Dave
Gee, I thought you had the dark tinted skylights in already and was mourning how dark they made the interior. Glad I was wrong. There are lots of good ideas in the comments too. This project is getting down to jobs that I can count on one hand, or two at most. Thanks for showing it to us. U rock D!
Really good choice to fix it instead of sealing it up. I think keeping that functioning will help you out as well. I like the idea of locking it from the inside too. Just another deterrent.
Nice work, but something to consider. Your plywood should run top to bottom. I realize you have tongue and groove, but it would be much stronger if the seams met on one of your rails. If you roll something heavy over that tongue and groove it could crack, bend etc. You've got a weak seam between every rail, if run top to bottom...no weak spots, you could drive a vehicle over it. Great channel, subscribed.
It's coming along well... Those cables for the rear door are a bit of a worry, you wouldn't want to take a trip while being on a trip.. lol. I had a thought that could also save bending to lift the door. A simple railing that folds closed as the door closes, would prevent tripping over the cables and also, provide an easy lift point. They could also tie in with the idea you had for the locking plates inside. That's my 2 cents worth anyway... lol
Fantastic job, as always!!! One small suggestion, if you're going to be rolling a load of stuff in and out of it, and hey you may already have done so in a later video, I'm playing catch up here, but a fold out ramp on the end of the door will save the door from damage, when wheels hit it going in, and the fold out ramp is easier to repair/replace than fixing the door again.
I might have enough poly gasket to go around your door if you are having problems with leaking. It will keep the door from rattling too. oh yeah! Great job!
What a great job! Truly gifted and talented. Please tell me you are going to take this back to where you bought it and show them how it turned out. I bet they wont believe it.
Great job I love your videos you might want to put some kind of paint/gritty stuff on the plywood so if it gets wet while you are working you don't slip and fall just my thoughts
Wow. Amazing how far this thing has come, and with not a huge amount of cash. It's also cool to see where wear and tear happened and rebuild to prevent it in the future. Version 2.0.
My philosophy is ....if it looks too nice, others will want to break into it. If you leave some ugly, they go on to the next opportune rig....always worked for me !
I wonder if the granulated type deck sealer paint would be good on the rear ramp wood? Once dry it would provide good wet traction under foot and seal the surface.. Wouldn't think it would add too much weight..
Nice job but it seems to be a little skimpy on screws on the outer perimeter of the door. I would also suggest increasing the size of that "drip edge " at the top of the door frame. I have noticed on my trailer that has similar uninsulated construction as yours, is that the roof gets extremely hot but the sidewalls do not. One inch Rmax worked out well ....costs about 20 dollars a sheet at your local big box store.... W the sucker starts earning money for you.....its easy to install afterward. ps....you should add a huge C clamp to your metal bending arsenal along with a wooden beam. :-)
I like your philosophy, Darrin. It is so easy to get caught trying to perfect something that is going to get used to the point where you don't want to use it for fear of messing it up. I see that with too many hot rods or other builds. What good is it if you just look at it and don't use it?
Must be something in the water. My empire of dirt is over by Peterborough. My welding shop is a Wells Cargo that I converted a year ago. You have a better pile than me. I'm lacking in the baby buggy department.
Hi Darren, I have been browsing and watched an upload of a purchase and rebuild 1965 VW caravanette, or something like that. Anyway, compared to you they were so unprofessional, there was a misfire on initial startup, they took out the engine and sorted out the gas tank, and unlike you, whilst the engine was out, failed to check the carbs, valve adjustment, contacts, etc. They put the engine back in and guess what?. Same misfire. I despaired, knowing what you would have done. Sorted it all out with your routine....
How many hours did you have in this job? and the cost for material. I have the same problem. I have the same box trailer. Guy, you did a really nice job.
Excellent work and not overdone for the purpose it will serve. However, I felt left out of seeing (and helping) with the repairs this time. I know I know, you wanted to just get it done! Since you will be storing tools and equipment, I really like your idea of putting a locking mechanism inside. Eager to see what you come up with. (perhaps a simple verticals sliding bar.) Will you put grease zurks on the bottom ramp hinges (you already have starter holes) or just oil them up from time to time?
theres a guy tht used to be on tv i think his name was mike homes the show was homes on homes he went round correcting contractor n shabbe work do to house n stuff well any ways he came a cross a new type of wall insulation thats mold n mildew restance and will not burn and is sound proofed so check out the video it has him in a basement and him and another guy are talkin about the product so maybe u can line your trash trailer walls with that .... jusa saying .... any ways hope to see more great videos thank u ......
if u gopt any old hole filled garden hose cut you a nice chunk off and run your trail light wiring threw that n that should do as a temp fix to keep them from harm....
Loverly job, looks like new :-D Possibly glue down 3 rubber car mats to the inside so you wont slip while walking down the ramp in a fine rain day? possible :-)
Well wet slopes tend to make you fall, ive had experence pushing wheel barrows full of mixed cement up wooden planks on a bulding site, "Wet planks no thanks." lol.
Great rebuild job on the trailer. I think the route you went by keeping the repair ideas simple but effective will add big time value if you ever decide to sell it.
Maybe some type of overhang to cover that top lip of the door. Like a piece of aluminum angle all the way across, with the edge bent up to work as a gutter? That way if the door is open or closed, and it's raining, the water drains off to the sides.
if you look close there already is one but l may put a bigger one on it
Mustie1
Bigger would be better. I will stay tuned.
usability is the key;; and you almost got it if your putting shelves and things in or it seems ready to go if not ....Great job!
Brilliant job and result. Thank you for tasking us along on the journey. I look forward to seeing the final touches and then the next project
Hey mustie, just discovered this channel a couple of days ago, and I must say: I am very pleased. It doesn't seem like it, but this is what RUclips is for: high-quality videos, great audio and a very good content. I myself also do repair old German bikes, and I really enjoy your videos.
Thanks.
well thanks for watchin,
looks like great work well done my pops used brass impregnated grease on that style hinge to stop electralises from road salts
thats different
Darrin the trailer looks great. Nice job with the repairs.
thanks
Love the empire of various buildings, shade gardens, and pieces of equipment and things strewn here and yon. Perfect
Again, very nice job. I think your thinking with the back door is right. You could go to town with sealing and insulating it, but it would take a lot longer to do and the fact is that with the door being somewhat flexible the sealing will eventually fail with the door being opened and shut and moving around in the frame as the trailer is used so sooner or later water will get in there, soak the insulation and start rusting out the frame as happened with the original one. But with your method any water that gets in there can go straight through and out of the bottom easily so the water isn't sitting for long enough to start corrosion happening. Nothing that is made out of several pieces will ever be totally water tight, even the box sections in car bodies have drain holes to let water out...
true, thanks for commenting
Mustie1 Thanks for posting...
Well done my friend, it looks so much better and functional too. This is only the beginning, so many more videos to come regarding this trailer! And yes... Nice title! :D
Looking good man. That hand shaped chair cracks me up every time I see it.
One hell of a good job! Back to a functioning unit without breaking your back or the bank! Well done!
I have been watchin your vids for a while now....and my comments and observation is ...you are a very good tradesman , creator and I love how you repurpose things. Someone has taught you and you listened very well. My hats off to you , the cool stuff you do. Fantastic and thanks for sharing Alberta Dave
lots of life experence has helped, glad others can get something out of it,
Gee, I thought you had the dark tinted skylights in already and was mourning how dark they made the interior. Glad I was wrong.
There are lots of good ideas in the comments too. This project is getting down to jobs that I can count on one hand, or two at most. Thanks for showing it to us. U rock D!
sky lights are in now, seems just right
Really good choice to fix it instead of sealing it up. I think keeping that functioning will help you out as well. I like the idea of locking it from the inside too. Just another deterrent.
that and a pitbull living in it and im all set
Nice work, but something to consider. Your plywood should run top to bottom. I realize you have tongue and groove, but it would be much stronger if the seams met on one of your rails. If you roll something heavy over that tongue and groove it could crack, bend etc. You've got a weak seam between every rail, if run top to bottom...no weak spots, you could drive a vehicle over it. Great channel, subscribed.
the trailer is coming along nicely mate i think it will be an awesome workshop when its done.
have a great day
mark
thanks
It's coming along well... Those cables for the rear door are a bit of a worry, you wouldn't want to take a trip while being on a trip.. lol. I had a thought that could also save bending to lift the door. A simple railing that folds closed as the door closes, would prevent tripping over the cables and also, provide an easy lift point. They could also tie in with the idea you had for the locking plates inside. That's my 2 cents worth anyway... lol
I hope the business you do out of trailer trash is a thriving one. Blessings on your venture.
me too thanks
Fantastic job, as always!!!
One small suggestion, if you're going to be rolling a load of stuff in and out of it, and hey you may already have done so in a later video, I'm playing catch up here, but a fold out ramp on the end of the door will save the door from damage, when wheels hit it going in, and the fold out ramp is easier to repair/replace than fixing the door again.
Great work love the skateboard wheels idea and your attitude with everything you do is brilliant I look forward to your videos everyday thanks buddy
thanks for takin the time to watch
Good job , probably more functional than it ever was .great videos thanks
I might have enough poly gasket to go around your door if you are having problems with leaking. It will keep the door from rattling too. oh yeah! Great job!
There are some new locks that are shaped like hockey pucks. They are amazing for the back of trailers.
What a great job! Truly gifted and talented. Please tell me you are going to take this back to where you bought it and show them how it turned out. I bet they wont believe it.
Terrific Job! Great information & experience. You Rock, Brother :)
Nice job, the gate going to hold very well with your repairs !
thanks
Great job I love your videos you might want to put some kind of paint/gritty stuff on the plywood so if it gets wet while you are working you don't slip and fall just my thoughts
Sheesh man ! You're looking in great shape this summer !
Keep it up buddy !
Livin
Right 👍
all those cheesburgers,
Wow. Amazing how far this thing has come, and with not a huge amount of cash. It's also cool to see where wear and tear happened and rebuild to prevent it in the future. Version 2.0.
paint the floor and ramp grey, spray the ceiling and walls white, would look clean and reflect light. Nice trailer.
Your modifications are turning that into a really nice trailer!! Nice work!!
thanks
My philosophy is ....if it looks too nice, others will want to break into it. If you leave some ugly, they go on to the next opportune rig....always worked for me !
My tiny house is coming along great! I'm shopping for the furniture soon.
A fine job sir . . . . a mustie1 of all trades . . . . looks great! :) Rog
l dont do dishes
haha . . .
I wonder if the granulated type deck sealer paint would be good on the rear ramp wood? Once dry it would provide good wet traction under foot and seal the surface.. Wouldn't think it would add too much weight..
yeah im thinkin sand paint
Nice job but it seems to be a little skimpy on screws on the outer perimeter of the door. I would also suggest increasing the size of that "drip edge " at the top of the door frame. I have noticed on my trailer that has similar uninsulated construction as yours, is that the roof gets extremely hot but the sidewalls do not. One inch Rmax worked out well ....costs about 20 dollars a sheet at your local big box store.... W the sucker starts earning money for you.....its easy to install afterward. ps....you should add a huge C clamp to your metal bending arsenal along with a wooden beam. :-)
Pretty amazing transformation.
Looks great. Personally, I vote for painting the floor- it will make everything look even more new.
sand paint
Looks good big transformation.
I like the skate board wheel idea!!!
This will give you a great covered protection for hauling and storing Farnicastaffs and keep them out of the weather
Awesome job Mustie. !!
You did a very nice job on the trailer so far and looking real good.
looks great! See i told you the last time we talked about You being Macgyver! now its coming back this fall on TV lol
Very nicely done! It’s a shame ya can’t hang a bumper on it in case some crazy driver runs up into it & ruins all that nice work :-) looks 👍 great
I love the skateboard wheel bumper idea.
You could reskin the whole trailer and it would look like an Airstream. :)
always wanted one of them
I know someone who put the running gear of some kind of vehicle into the body of an Airstream, it was quite cool.
very good, coming along nicely. Yankee ingenuity
He gave me an idea for my door for my rear door. Thank you mustie1.
Well done Mate!! I'm gettin' wood just lookin' at that beauty!!☺
er yeah
Looking good. Enjoy your videos
I'm enjoy this series, thanks for sharing.
nice job mustie. usefull and practicle. 👍
Excellent work on the trailer, now to get an engine on that baby buggy to the left of the trailer.
you might ask yourself why l have it,,
Are we pregnant?
It would make a great sidecar for one of your moped choppers !!
I like your philosophy, Darrin. It is so easy to get caught trying to perfect something that is going to get used to the point where you don't want to use it for fear of messing it up. I see that with too many hot rods or other builds. What good is it if you just look at it and don't use it?
Like you said, if you want perfect, buy a new trailer. It probably won't last as long as your repaired though. New rarely does nowadays.
ya cant make a new one out of it ..........99%.... great job...perfect
I think you would really benefit with and interior lock on the main door like you were talking about.
at least slow them down
Very nice job.
That looks just like factory great job
Coming along nicely ...
Coming along great! It would be a shame to cover that new back door metal with paint.
Must be something in the water. My empire of dirt is over by Peterborough. My welding shop is a Wells Cargo that I converted a year ago.
You have a better pile than me. I'm lacking in the baby buggy department.
Beautiful job on the trailer what are you going to use it for, to bring more junk home to put in your back yard.
Not too shabby you clever bugger.
I wonder how many have walked into those small almost invisible cables from the side causing a knock down when the door is down?
ON THE DOOR YOU COULD PANT IT WITH A EPOXY SEALER A PUT SOME SAND ON SO IF IT'S RAINING OR SNOWING YOU DON'T SLIP ON IT JUST SAYING
Looks great!
Skate board wheels not aligned right to roll down the road. The word you were referring to was the sweet spot where it functions and looks right.
yeah but it turns on a dime
Hi Darren, I have been browsing and watched an upload of a purchase and rebuild 1965 VW caravanette, or something like that. Anyway, compared to you they were so unprofessional, there was a misfire on initial startup, they took out the engine and sorted out the gas tank, and unlike you, whilst the engine was out, failed to check the carbs, valve adjustment, contacts, etc. They put the engine back in and guess what?. Same misfire. I despaired, knowing what you would have done. Sorted it all out with your routine....
glad to here you ended up with good results
Use a pool noodle on the ramp cables so that you see them. then you won"t hang your self or trip over them.
Add some fluorescent paint to these cable... will save injury later... G
Good stuff Doc
How many hours did you have in this job? and the cost for material. I have the same problem. I have the same box trailer. Guy, you did a really nice job.
Excellent work and not overdone for the purpose it will serve. However, I felt left out of seeing (and helping) with the repairs this time. I know I know, you wanted to just get it done!
Since you will be storing tools and equipment, I really like your idea of putting a locking mechanism inside. Eager to see what you come up with. (perhaps a simple verticals sliding bar.)
Will you put grease zurks on the bottom ramp hinges (you already have starter holes) or just oil them up from time to time?
l may but not sure yet
Nice job looks great
Those spring things are called "operators"
Nicely done !
That trailer is sweet.
Nice job Mustie!
Great Job!!
It turned out great
Looks real nice.
"'The Best' is the enemy of 'Good Enough'"
WD-40 those door springs the last longer
Cool
Ya never get used to those damm wires I have had one of those trailers for years, and every time I turn around I run into the @#$%&* things.
l got myself more then once
wow what a difference from when you first brought it home
theres a guy tht used to be on tv i think his name was mike homes the show was homes on homes he went round correcting contractor n shabbe work do to house n stuff well any ways he came a cross a new type of wall insulation thats mold n mildew restance and will not burn and is sound proofed so check out the video it has him in a basement and him and another guy are talkin about the product so maybe u can line your trash trailer walls with that .... jusa saying .... any ways hope to see more great videos thank u ......
if u gopt any old hole filled garden hose cut you a nice chunk off and run your trail light wiring threw that n that should do as a temp fix to keep them from harm....
Hell of a good job man!
Loverly job, looks like new :-D
Possibly glue down 3 rubber car mats to the inside so you wont slip while walking down the ramp in a fine rain day? possible :-)
im thinkin sand paint
ooow that would be grippey :-D
@zx8401ztv The voice of experience? :)
@Mustie1 I think the title is crass, disparaging, and ugly.
Be real. Be sober.
Well wet slopes tend to make you fall, ive had experence pushing wheel barrows full of mixed cement up wooden planks on a bulding site, "Wet planks no thanks." lol.
almost ready!
dandy work ..
it looks great
maybe use rubber garden hose to seal doors?
Nice job, D.
Very nice
Damn Nice work.
Nice job on that!
thanks
all right now that grate you did good so for