Tilt Top Trailer Conversion Plans – 4′ and 5′ Width
Convert our standard Utility Trailer Plans into a Tilt Top Trailer with these Conversion Plans. It fits our smaller, 3500 lbs, utility trailers in 4′ width and 5′ width — for both leaf springs and torsion axles.
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Description
Description
If you need a trailer that tilts — whether for loading, or unloading, or both — add this conversion plan to your order. This Tilt Top Conversion is an easy way to convert a standard fixed tongue trailer to one with the added tilting function.
This is not really an accessory or addition, more like a method to fundamentally change a trailer. That is why we call it a “Conversion”. If it is something you need, there is not much that can substitute, so Choose Your Trailer, then get the Conversion Plans Also.
Tilt Top Plans Fit These Trailers
This one set of plans has detail for converting several trailer sizes. This fits our small trailer sizes at 3500 lbs capacity. In one set of plans it shows the conversion for these trailers (ONLY these trailers):
- 4′ x 8′ – 3500# Utility Trailer Plans –
– Both Leaf Spring Axle, and with the Torsion Axle Conversion. - 5′ x 8′ – 3500# Utility Trailer Plans –
– Both Leaf Spring Axle, and with the Torsion Axle Conversion. - 5′ x 10′ – 3500# Utility Trailer Plans –
– Both Leaf Spring Axle, and with the Torsion Axle Conversion.
One plan shows how to convert all 3 trailers. Since the tongues are similar, converting them for the tilt function is also similar. That is why it works for all the above trailers – both with standard leaf springs, and trailers with a torsion axle. Of course, there are differences for each size, but that is all in the plans. For wider trailers, we also have Tilt Conversion Plans for 6′ and 6’10” wide single axle trailers.
Making The Conversion
The nice part is the design allows all the normal options — like sides, rails, tie-bars, tailgate, deck options, etc. — from the original plans. The only option that get nixed is the under trailer ramp storage. All the others still work with this tilt top conversion.
Choose your trailer plans from the list above, then get these conversion plans also. Yes, it is 2 sets of plans, and that gets you all the trailer design detail, as well as the conversion to a tilt top trailer.
Specifications
Specifications
Fits 4′ and 5′ Width Utility Trailer Plans
- This is NOT a trailer, it is a conversion to change a fixed tongue trailer to one with a tilting deck.
- These plans fit the Mechanical Elements Utility Trailers with a nominal 4′ and 5′ Width — AND — 3500 lbs capacity. For wider trailers, see the 6′ and 6’10” wide Conversion Plans.
- Tilt Tongue Capacity for 3500 lbs trailers up to 5′ wide and 10′ length.
- Construction in steel, and mostly, these plans use the same materials that are also used in other areas of the base trailer.
- Pivoting allows full range – tongue on the ground, and tail on the ground.
- Works with both Leaf Spring style suspension and with a Torsion Axle.
- Works with both Straight Axles and 4″ Drop Axles.
- “Gravity Tilt” includes a simple mechanical, manual pivot. Plans show how to make the action smooth, and get the fit right.
- Uses a hitch pin for certain security. Other additions like spring latches are also options.
- Blueprints include all the detail needed to change the base trailer plans into tilt trailer plans. There is a materials list as well as notes about changes from the base trailer. Complete in the drawings.
- Note, we don’t know how this will fit trailer plans from other vendors. We recommend you build this tilt top conversion with a trailer specified above from right here at Mechanical Elements.
More About The Tilt Top Design Features
More About The Tilt Top Design Features
This is a simple design that’s easy to implement. For the trailers it will fit, there are very few changes needed. For some, one cross member is added. For others, one cross member is replaced. The rest of the trailer design remains the same.
Of course, the tongue is changed, and the pivot supporting parts are added. All of the detail necessary to make the conversion is in these plans.
If a Tilt Top is an option you want, this is an easy way to get it.
The great thing is all the options in the trailer plans still work with this tilt tongue. (One exception, the under trailer ramp storage is compromised.) All the other options work with the Tilt Top Conversion.
For more info on designing these blueprints, please read the Tilting Conversion Announcement.
Construction requires metal cutting, drilling, and welding. Basically the same tools and skills required to build the trailer it goes with.
Good luck with your project !!
Maximize Your Tilt Top Trailer Project
Plans from Mechanical Elements are an awesome start to a great project. Here are even more resources!
First: For more info, please read: What's In The Plans? and What Makes Our Trailer Plans Better?
Second: Purchase plans with the "Add to Cart" button, then right after payment, a digital copy is ready to save to your computer. Please see this article for answers about getting the plans.
Third: We have many articles to help with trailer building. Just type a question in the Show Me bar (top of this page), then press "GO". Or, for simple browsing, visit Articles from the Mechanic.
Reminder:
Trailer building requires metal working skill and tools for things like cutting, drilling, and accurate set-up, as well as welding skill. Strength, durability, and enjoyment depend on building the trailer well. Build it well, then Enjoy the Finished Project !!
Notes for Success
* Trailer load capacity depends on all the parts and materials, as well as the craftsmanship in building. All Mechanical Elements trailers are engineered to perform as stated when built as defined with proper care in construction – including parts, material, construction techniques, weld integrity, assembly methods, and finishing. Capacity for this trailer also requires proper choices for parts such as the hitch, axle(s), wheels, tires, safety chain, decking, bolts, pins, etc. Please make sure component load capacities match or exceed the trailer total capacity. Do not exceed manufacturers limits.
For trouble-free trailer life, think care and safety. Please select fastening methods to handle how and where the trailer will operate – including vibration, proper fastener types, bolt grades, torques, and nut types (like lock nuts). Then, be smart about loading the trailer, load distribution, tire pressure, tire condition and the mechanics of towing. We want you safe to enjoy your trailer for a long time ahead. Always use proper safety and securing equipment when loading and towing a trailer.
Thank You — The Mechanical Elements Team
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