Jetdesign

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This is great to hear - that sounds exhausting and time consuming. I was wondering what it would be like to have to drag a trailer every time I want to fly, but it sounds a heck of a lot better than what I'm doing now!

DasinTex, I'll check into the side vent layout. The trailer comes with 2 vents, I can see about adding a third or just another pair and where they typically put them. Maybe I'll have them insulate the roof too. Will insulate it at some point - I thought I'd run the electrical along the roof before closing it up, but maybe it's better to just get the insulation done with and run a conduit down the inside of the trailer. It comes with a 12v dome light and switch installed already and I'll probably wire up some lights in the rear corners and near the door.

It's $204 to have insulated ceiling covered in white paneling. Sounded like a lot at first, but then I think about time and cost of materials and maybe it's not. Maybe I need to price out some insulation and paneling.

Minnreefer

I have a smaller home made 5x7 trailer that is about 4' tall, it is nice and light and it was pretty cheap to make, but it is none too big. I can get 7 20-60 size planes in and I keep most of my planes in it most of the time, it is a lot easier then trying to pack everything into my truck, I also have many small things that I keep in it to tweak my planes or my friends planes (dremel, drill, bolts, etc)

I think you are on the right track.

You could also buy something like this if you are really worried about heat http://www.homedepot.com/p/LG-8-000-...5#.UcMxbee1GSo

Jon

Jetdesign

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One of the guys at the Nats last year had one of those in his trailer - it was awesome! It even kept people cool sitting near the door.

I have been thinking about some kind of solar powered vent or fan - that might be a nice upgrade at some point.

lopflyers

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Hey, there is one x sale in the buy/sell section right now. $1800

wesaysoracing

this is what I use to haul planes in

Jetdesign

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Here is what I decided on:

Look Element 5x10 (comes with side vents, dome light, plywood sides/floor, etc)
Side Door
Rear barn doors (2)
Wedge Front
Slope Front
Roof Vent
Stabilizer Jacks
2-tone: White/Silver

Cost should be $2212 + tax

Options I wanted but thought I could add later to save up front cost:
15A Motorbase Plug $79
Outlets $35/ea
Insulated Ceiling w/ white panel $204
Insulated Walls $130

If you think it really is in my best interests to get any of those up front, don't hesitate to let me know! I am awating final quote before submitting deposit.

Thanks for all your help. I have a hard time with bigger purchases especially with my house renovation being complete chaos and my super stressful job.

Hobbsy

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Ken, I have a WW trailer that was built in your state. Its about 6x8, I haul my Harley in it now and then but mostly I haul firewood, tiller and mower and assorted saws, drills etc. Worry not, its not hooked up in the picture. Some day I'm going to buy a frame hitch for it. It has electric brakes and a 3,500 lb load capacity. The TorFlex suspension rides super smooth.

Jetdesign

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I went with torsion axles. It was only $100 difference. I asked about removing springs and they said they wouldn't. So this should ride a little smoother with a low weight load.

EDIT: cancelled the torsion option. removing springs is a better idea. either way 3500lb rating is what it is, regardless of material. both will be stiff with no load.