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Author: | Geoff [ Wed Oct 22, 2008 2:13 pm ] |
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Hi Stringy, I will take some pics when the weather clears! I did away with the tilting function, but you have a point there I will think about. But I did use the locking pins from that tilting device on the joint. Geoff. |
Author: | Geoff [ Thu Oct 23, 2008 4:52 pm ] |
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Well the rain has gone, so here are more photos: Trailer from side Joint again Additional reinforcing gusset in corner to take extra weight when parked on its end Joint ready to fold, with inner bolts removed, and outer bolts slackened off. Trailer parked out of the way. I think this system is not really suitable for folding on a daily basis, as its not fast enough, but its fine for winter. I would also like to improve the joint in some way, but a box section simply can't hinge, and a channel wont handle the hinge bolt in the centre of the bar. I could probably form a small box section by welding a plate top and bottom of the two flat sections in the space between the two sections of draw bar, and that would add some torsional strength, but it's not a big change. Currently the rigidity depends on the bolts being tight. However if they are loose, the whole thing is still secure, just it will flex. And if you towed it any distance like that, it would likely start to shear the bolts. With a plates welded in, it would likely flex far less when loose. I am also thinking of building a side loader, as its pretty impossible to slide the AI on or off with those kayak mounts from the back, they stick to the hulls too much. Geoff. |
Author: | stringy [ Thu Oct 23, 2008 7:04 pm ] |
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Thanks Geoff! You've done a great job on that trailer. Nice work. |
Author: | denizen [ Sat Oct 25, 2008 9:26 am ] |
Post subject: | my AI trailer solution |
A $1000 Malone Kit Trailer and some P.T. 3/4" plywood http://kfs.infopop.cc/eve/forums/a/tpc/ ... 5141041835 |
Author: | chrisj [ Mon Dec 29, 2008 3:04 pm ] |
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Quote: Combined with a front roller and attached cart I can slide the fully assembled AI on/off easily
Stringy, while you're on the subject, how do you attach the cart so it doesn't just slip off with the hull up in the air? Chris |
Author: | chrisj [ Mon Dec 29, 2008 3:55 pm ] |
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Thanks Stringy, Great idea |
Author: | Julian Patrick [ Fri May 21, 2010 1:58 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: TRAILER CAUTION |
After viewing this post I went ahead and made a trailer for my sea kayaks (saving up for an A1). Costs: Trailer £250 at Halfords Wood/bolts etc. £50 Length of stainless steel for lengthening the tow bar length £80 (cut to size and holes drilled, from local metal yard) Lighting board £35 Total £415 (about $600 I believe) Trailer takes up to 400kg according to spec. displayed at store... so an AI or a couple of sea kayaks wilol be okay. Thanks for all the previous posts! |
Author: | captain-max [ Wed May 26, 2010 5:45 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: TRAILER CAUTION |
Be aware that NSW regulations limit any overhang (ie, past the tail lights and number plate) to 1.0m. |
Author: | stringy [ Thu May 27, 2010 3:17 am ] |
Post subject: | Re: TRAILER CAUTION |
Nice work on that trailer Julian. I like your simple but effective solution for overhang. It looks very much like the Aunger trailer available here in AU. captain-max, As long as the number plate/lights aren't obscured it's my understanding that you can have a much longer overhang but if it's over 1.2m you need a red flag or lights at night. This is from the RTA Towing Trailers Guide found here: http://www.rta.nsw.gov.au/registration/ ... ailers.pdf |
Author: | captain-max [ Thu May 27, 2010 9:59 pm ] |
Post subject: | Re: TRAILER CAUTION |
Thanks for the link Stringy. I stand corrected. |
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