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We can all use Tips for Building, Planning and Fabricating with DIY Projects. Below is a list of articles with insights for success with our plans, details for expediting construction, and general items for success when you do it yourself. If you have something to contribute, please let us know. If you want to see tips on a certain topic, let us know that too. This is the Do-It-Yourself portal, and these Mechanics Tips are for you! Enjoy! – See all the Mechanic’s Posts here.
When people talk about trailer axle types, they often mean suspension types. There are leaf spring suspensions, air ride, torsion axles, axle-less designs, and mechanisms like a walking beam. While each supports the trailer
DIY builders are some of the most capable, creative people out there. Here at Mechanical Elements, we applaud what you do. Building is fun, yes, and a great way to create something you can’t buy. We see that every day. Of course,
Design is the beginning of every project – true for both the good things and the bad. When something breaks, we often say “That is a bad design.” The key to prevent aluminum trailer failure starts with understanding
It seems like choosing trailer tires should be easy. Yet, finding the right tires for your situation means deciphering code hidden in plain sight on the sidewall. Get it right, and you will significantly reduce
Things To Know For Dovetail & Gooseneck Frames When you need to connect structural trailer beams – a major beam – like a trailer main beam, strength is really important. Two good examples are
Tackling the question of cost before starting a project is always a challenge. There can be a lot involved, yet, it is pretty important. So, we will take a look at the process of estimating cost prior to starting a project. In this article, to illustrate, we will use the example
When you get into the details, trailer axles are not as simple as we often like to think. Dimensions we most often discuss are: Capacity (strength), Spring Centers (where they mount on the trailer frame), and Hub Face (distance between the wheels). These all
Question from a customer: “Do you have any articles that speak about single axle vs double axle advantages?” Specifically, with the same load carrying capacity. Something like a 14 foot trailer with a single axle @ 7,000 lbs – or – 2 axles at @ 3,500 lbs each?
Starting at the main wiring connector, trailer wire colors help us trace the conductors to all the proper electrical connections. The colors are specified by the various wiring standards such as the SAE ( Traditional ) standards, or the newer RV Standard for trailer wiring.
For good ride quality in your car, Shock Absorbers are super important. So why don’t they use more shock absorbers for trailers? Do they make a difference with trailer ride? These are good questions that need a some background,