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Thanks, that is what I was thinking but a fixed length link. The ramp doesn't have any type of stop beyond the existing latches. I have some old worn out rod ends and bushings that could work. Pin on one end. Or I could extend the rail a few inches and put a pin though it and the ramp. Have...

Not sure I understand exactly. Yes the web sewing makes a difference. I just plow over things in all directions if it's just a grab handle. Thanks. It will throw a hell of a roost with a paddle tire in the sand. Great idea, that was what I was thinking, just add the short post on both sides...

Looking for ideas on how to better secure the ramp. Currently the system uses spring loaded hooks. They are quick and easy but not very secure. The ramp flops around and is noisy. I want something to hold it tight, probably only need to do one side. I've used a ratchet strap in the past but...

Still working on the trailer. Getting closer. Got the heavy duty recessed d-rings installed. Decided to put then just in front of the rear storage area, so I can put a 2x10 into the side rail posts. Just close enough to the nearest cross member to get the backing plate to overlap. I...

I was looking into that last night. A few ways to do it. Probably only need to do one side. Rotate and pin style of a typical tongue jack would work. Down side is more stuff, money, weight. Having a clear deck to just unload when still attached is likely the safer way to load/unload. The ramp...

Thanks! The mods I'm doing are a result of being used. I tend to take the same things in the same places so it make some sense in customizing the setup for a specific purpose. The problem: Finally find 'the' camp spot and shut down the truck. Time to unload, then relax or play. Need to unhook...

Thanks. Taking much longer than I had thought it should. I guess that is normal? Spent some time making a hand winch mount. Step one was to shorten the strap. I only need about 1 foot, although I left about the length of the trailer deck in case I need to winch something onto the deck again...

Motorcycle front wheel chock Used a stub of DOM as a sleeve down into the wooden deck to prevent fastener coming loose as the wood evaporates in the sun. Nuts are captive. Everything is 9/16. DOM sleeve in the tube same as the other.

Made a tire chock for quad on the trailer bulkhead. Keep front end from moving around on bumpy roads. Used a 5th captive nut plate to secure it, and 45'd the corner so it hurts less when I smack into it. Used a 3/8 x 5/8 DOM sleeve in the bulkhead to prevent tube collapse from torque, keep the...

2x6 rec. I'd do some type of Zig-zag joint with a fishplate like above. It is possible to add the internal cross sectional aspect but probably overkill given 2x6 rec already.

Made some captive nut plates for tubing ends. Made a removable bulkhead at the front. Added expanded steel to the last 3 feet of the trailer. 18 half chain links for tie downs.

Yes I believe so. What type of frame?

The rems I bought were not long enough, so needed to make a splice. Used a cross sectional shaped piece to prevent the joint from collapsing. bevel edges, put plate 1/2 way in weld all three together Slick out the welds

Started on the trailer modifications. I have underestimated the amount of work needed. I still don't have a clear plan, so going to just build stuff and hope it works out OK. The goal is to retain the removable aspect of each part of the railing system. Step one is to enclose the area under...

Yes, at the rate of sine of angle. :) When I was a teenager I spent the summers working in Alaska on my uncles commercial fishing site. Kenai river, set net, sockeye. So fishing off the beach, one end of net on beach, the other out in the water on an anchor line loop. The gill nets used steel...

Knocked out the Cobra oil change in record time. Finally having the right tools and equipment is everything. Got to use my bendy drain thingy for the oil filter. Also did air filter service. Only been 3k miles but the filter is small and down inches off the pavement so it gets really dirty...

the load goes to infinity as the angle goes to 180.

The retractable straps are cool. bolt down. option b is a small hand winch. The sun will destroy strap material so maybe old school wire rope is the way to go. Fixed length single strap from quad hitch ball to 2 points rearward on the deck, in a 'V'. Then just cinch up the winch on the front...

Not really looking for a tie down system. More of specifically how to secure the machines. Same machine, same place so mounts can be permanent. Fast and easy but secure enough for 800 lb machine on a nasty rocky back road. Spent some time last night on my 2004 Cobra. The subwoofer box was...

Finished out the maintenance on my 2004 Polaris 600. Changed front diff fluid. All the brake bleeders were clogged. Resolved that and pulled fresh fluid through the system. Made a mess of course. Checked the pads. Also bleed out the secondary rear brake circuit that is on the shift lockout...