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Sept 11, 2009 17:33:46 GMT
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RIGHT - QUESTION 2. Has anyone ever moved a caravan chassis/axle on the same chassis ? I suspect it will be a fairly simple job of unbolt, move, measure , drill, bolt in. However, other than alligning the axle perfectly, any other issues ?? I need to cut the chassis I have much shorter from the rear, as I do not want to mess with the "A-Frame" side. This needs to be done in order to get the look right, as well as the weightdistribution a bit more forward. Thanks all for your contributions so far. Pic of said chassis, the idea is to cut about 3foot or a meter off the rear, around about the small long hole bewtween the small ones just behind the wheel.  OK, here goes. (again) Has anyone built a teardrop trailer, or even a small custom built caravan ? I need tips, things to avoid, and even plans and measurements if you have. Any advice or recommendation appreciated. Cheers. |
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Sept 11, 2009 18:01:21 GMT
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Your car is not 'epic', this thread is not 'epic'....the OCEAN is epic, the UNIVERSE is epic.... please stop misusing this word!! It would appear Hotrods are the new VWs - aint fashion funny! '69 BUICK LESABRE 350 |
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Sept 11, 2009 18:22:43 GMT
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Thanks JS !!
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Sept 11, 2009 20:35:18 GMT
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there is an american forum/website with loads
of plans available, I got the link off someone on here
a couple of years ago but i've been kicked out, split up
and been through 3 computers since then so aint got
it to pass on atm, i'll go a-hunting and see if I can find it.
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Last Edit: Sept 11, 2009 20:38:07 GMT by guz
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Sept 11, 2009 20:37:36 GMT
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93fxdl
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Sept 11, 2009 20:41:51 GMT
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Mark
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Sept 11, 2009 20:53:21 GMT
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My reply got deleted :\
Anyway, have you thought of making a trailer out of a not so healthy Taunus?
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Last Edit: Sept 11, 2009 20:53:54 GMT by Mark
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Sept 11, 2009 21:03:55 GMT
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Hi again Mark,
Dave built a trailer out of about 4 Taunuses, or at least the bits from them.
I like the teardrop idea though, and hope to go look at a caravan chassis for sensible money over the weekend.
I think the first thread I started was deleted by a sensible mod.
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Sept 11, 2009 21:18:27 GMT
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 I know they look cool but they must be the most impractical caravans ever, also looks like it would take off at moderate speeds. Still want one though.  |
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Sept 11, 2009 21:23:38 GMT
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I know they look cool but they must be the most impractical caravans ever, also looks like it would take off at moderate speeds. Still want one though. All the right reasons ;D |
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Sept 11, 2009 21:27:13 GMT
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if anyone round my way is thinking of building
one i have a spare indespension set up i aint using.
(Nottingham)
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Sept 11, 2009 21:49:59 GMT
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Mark
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Sept 11, 2009 23:22:31 GMT
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I agree, teardrops look fantastic. I imagine they can't be too hard as long as you keep the design nice and simple!
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Sept 11, 2009 23:36:58 GMT
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Thats basically what i'm building, but i'm using the back half a of a Range rover instead of a teardrop, bit heavy possibly, but working on the theory it'll go anywhere the Rangey towing it will go.  |
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Volvo back as my main squeeze, more boost and some interior goodies on the way.
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Sept 11, 2009 23:42:56 GMT
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that foldaway one is well cool though! nica and boxy...hmm would look good white with orange wheels and some pinstriping lol This will help you as everything is here more pictures (build thread and an awsome nice trailer!): rides.webshots.com/album/557865367bEPjbZ |
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Sept 12, 2009 5:39:43 GMT
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Right, just read these links, and I believe it is do-able.
Winter project identified, now just need to assemble the bts, use some common sense and build something.
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Sept 12, 2009 11:15:34 GMT
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My mate built one, pollished ally, split rear window divided by a aerofin, austin devon pickup spats over the wheels, took him forever, then sold it before he built the interior as the council were threatening to remove it as an obstruction, despite argueing it was a security device for his garage, as it was parked accross the front of his workshop doors, he lost and it had to go or be scrapped.
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Atmo V8 Power . No slicks , No gas + No bits missing . Doing it in style.
Austin A35van, very different------- but still doing it in style, going to be a funmoble
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Sept 12, 2009 11:16:43 GMT
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2001 HONDA CT110 (NOT RCV)
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Sept 12, 2009 11:38:46 GMT
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no need to build one, take one of these : ;D  Westfalia hearse...  |
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- 1971 VW 1600 TL Fastback
- 1978 Passat GLS Variant
- 1980 Audi 100 5E
- 1981 VW aircooled panel van (sold)
- 1983 VW Jetta Mk.I
- 1984 VW Polo Coupé
- 1984 VW Passat hatchback
- 1987 VW Passat Variant
- 1987 VW Passat hatchback
- 1988 VW T25
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Sept 12, 2009 12:26:46 GMT
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WOW !!!
OK Juergen, where do I apply for one ?
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