LarryA
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Waterwings said:yeah that's kind of what I have in mind but not nearly that long. I'm thinking the two uprights can go where I have to space out the fenders.
That's an idea also. Depending on where you place the guide uprights (distance between them front to back), would the angle of the guide posts hit/touch the fenders ? Just thinking out loud.
First, I'd like to thank those who replied for any help and/or ideas.
The guides are something I'll have to wait on. I was thinking the same thing when trailer mocked up. I've torn it down and have just about everything primed and ready for paint. Some things are a little rough due to aging of the steel parts but they look to be fine structurally. I decide to completely strip down the trailer and replace all bolts with new ones (minus the spring shackle bolts (not going to mess with them). Got one of my bunk padding (carpet) today but the one I need for the bottom bunks is on Backorder (figures). The bottom bunks are not going to be covered on the underside, I figure that will help keep water from getting trapped in the bunks.
I decide to paint the trailer with Rust-Oleum Burgundy Enamel and all the attached hardware will be gloss black. The bunks will be Burgundy and the axle/springs flat black.
I want to make a run to Harbor Freight and check out the LED light kit they list for $39.99 https://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=95974 . That's a great price for an LED kit.
After I get the trailer back together I'll decide if I want to fabricate side guides or just buy some. It will depend on mounting room and the costs of each way of going.