Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
06-15-2004, 09:57 AM
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Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
Thought I would share a few pics of the trailer I finished a couple of months ago.
Designed for both carrying planes to and from the field, and a workshop as well, it keeps me from having to load or unload anything.
Another big feature is that all of the planes inside are put together, so at the field, it takes just seconds to be out flying..
the big extra inside is 35% and assembled in a rolling rack.. Drop the ramp door and it rolls right out ready to go.
The racks were custom made by J&L products.
Designed for both carrying planes to and from the field, and a workshop as well, it keeps me from having to load or unload anything.
Another big feature is that all of the planes inside are put together, so at the field, it takes just seconds to be out flying..
the big extra inside is 35% and assembled in a rolling rack.. Drop the ramp door and it rolls right out ready to go.
The racks were custom made by J&L products.
06-15-2004, 10:05 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
we put a 12000 BTU Ac inside, along with a honda generator. It runs nice at the field.. A little irony, though.. all of the planes are electric, and the guys at the field have a good time joking about me pouring the gas into the generator to charge the batteries..
06-15-2004, 10:55 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
Sleeping quarters must be on the 2nd floor [X(]
Very nice, no, VERY NICE. Your 'work bench' looks more like a kitchen or a bar he he.
Yellow envy here alright [:'(]
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Very nice, no, VERY NICE. Your 'work bench' looks more like a kitchen or a bar he he.
Yellow envy here alright [:'(]
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06-15-2004, 11:14 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
its not too bad.. My dad and I did the work ourselves over the winter... I think I have 16K in it with the generator... The sad thing is that I might be selling it pretty soon if we end up in a certain house we are looking at... (no room at all for a trailer)....
06-15-2004, 11:18 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
My lord, that thing is by far the most advanced trailer I have ever seen. Kitchen/workbench and all the planes with room to spare, generator, lights, wood interior on the top, man you got it made.
06-15-2004, 11:24 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
we built the cabints in and they are totally melamine... so it wipes down easy and no painting. all screwed in and glued.. they have the nice european hinges, etc... The cubby holes store lots and lots of junk, which makes even me look organized.. It's pretty darn perfect for a flying trailer if you have the room for it.. (8 x 24 is the size).. The racks were made by J&L products and are completely adjustable.. Two planes can be stored broken down, the big 35% rolls in the middle, and 5 planes (2 90 size, one delta, 1 40 size and 1 25 size all fit perfect.)
06-15-2004, 12:14 PM
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That is insane... you need to put in some fold down beds and a TV.
That is insane... you need to put in some fold down beds and a TV.
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
Way to much...With all the money spent there should be a dish and a tv somewhere. I can't knock anyone...If you have the money...enjoy it!!!
06-15-2004, 01:28 PM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
we wired it with 50 amp service although the generator only puts out 24 amps peak.. Just enough for the AC and lights.. not much more.. To plug in the monocoat iron means turning off the AC.... If I sell it, maybe the new owner can carry the torch and add as many odds and ends as he wants.. As for me, stick a fork in it, I'm done..
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06-16-2004, 06:04 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
Do you charge admittion for tours?
I would like to see it.
Ever go to any IMAC contests?
One will be in Trenton this year!
I would like to see it.
Ever go to any IMAC contests?
One will be in Trenton this year!
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
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we put a 12000 BTU Ac inside, along with a honda generator. It runs nice at the field.. A little irony, though.. all of the planes are electric, and the guys at the field have a good time joking about me pouring the gas into the generator to charge the batteries..
we put a 12000 BTU Ac inside, along with a honda generator. It runs nice at the field.. A little irony, though.. all of the planes are electric, and the guys at the field have a good time joking about me pouring the gas into the generator to charge the batteries..
How much are you pouring into your trucks fuel tank to pull that shop on wheels?
Well done!!
06-21-2004, 08:22 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
Thanks for all the compliments!
I just got back from SEFF.. the second event I have been to with the new trailer..
It worked out perfectly. Everything was so convienent and easy to get to.. Several pilots, including Mark Leesburg, used it to do field repairs.. The generator ran for the entire event on less than $15.00.. The AC was left off, since all the doors were open... Overall, it sure is exciting to see people's reactions... Now if I could just fly as good as...
Rob
I just got back from SEFF.. the second event I have been to with the new trailer..
It worked out perfectly. Everything was so convienent and easy to get to.. Several pilots, including Mark Leesburg, used it to do field repairs.. The generator ran for the entire event on less than $15.00.. The AC was left off, since all the doors were open... Overall, it sure is exciting to see people's reactions... Now if I could just fly as good as...
Rob
06-25-2004, 10:53 AM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
After all this work, the trailer is for sale.. the new house is not condusive and I don't want to store it away off site..
If Anyone is interested it's in the marketplace under transportation section...
Rob
If Anyone is interested it's in the marketplace under transportation section...
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06-25-2004, 02:34 PM
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RE: Rob' Extreme Trailer Set Up
That's cool, but WAY, WAY over rated! Check these pictures out of a trailer packing. Mind you there are four, yes FOUR, turbine jets in this trailer. The one on top is a Top Gun Model. So, we can put all the racks, counters, shelves checkerboard floors in these all we want, but, all you need is foam. LOTS OF FOAM.
Anthony Wiencek
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