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If you were redirected from Synthesis, you are in the right place for Do-It-Yourself Plans.
Mechanical Elements is your Portal for Do-it-Yourself Plans. We have project plans to Build It Yourself and Make it Better, then Enjoy the fruits of your effort. This is the Place to Start!
We have plans for Utility Trailers (in many sizes), Specialty Trailers (for your toys), Cranes & Lifting and other cool workshop tools, Shop Presses (beefy like no other), Stereo Speakers, and great Home projects like Food & Water Storage.
If you need things, Why not build them yourself? Start your project right with the best, and most complete Blueprints. Customize them the way you want and Save Money Doing It!
What is in the plans? See some DIY Sample Pages Here.
Get your Plans here!
Plans come fully illustrated
with step by step instructions, and
a full list of materials.
Instant Download – Right After Purchase!
Or choose FreePlans. If you have built one of the cranes, the Free Plans for an I-Beam Connector Clamp can be a really nice addition for increased flexibility and utility.
How To Get Your Plans:
- The best way is right here, at Mechanical Elements! All Do-it-Yourself Plans are available for “Electronic Download”, immediately after payment.
No Shipping Charges. Shop Now. - The option for “Printed & Mailed” is only available by specific request, and at extra cost. Please Contact Us if you need them sent in paper form, then we will give you instructions. Expect 2-3 weeks delivery, and charges for Printing and Shipping apply.
- The Mail Order Form is no longer in use. Downloads are so much faster and a lot less expensive, so the mail service is now discontinued.
- Download Plans are provided in Adobe PDF for easy viewing and printing. (Special files for some items are also in the download.) To ease downloading, all the documents are bundled together in a .ZIP file. If your computer does not already have them, a free PDF reader is available at www.Adobe.com and a free ZIP utility at www.WinZip.com.
- 3D CAD files are not included. Please see our FAQ on the topic for more information.
The Mechanical Elements Difference:
We think our plans are the best because we have seen lots of others, and many do not even compare. At Mechanical Elements you get fully engineered, detailed plans and most of our do-it-yourself plans include various options for ways to customize your project. We encourage you to build the project exactly the way you want it.
For more information, check out the page on Why Our Trailer Blueprints Are Better. Yet, it is not just the trailer plans. All of our Do-it-Yourself plans include engineering and explanations and, of course, are complete and ready to help in your next project. Most include an Engineering Considerations section in the instructions that gives extra insight in both building and using the final product.
We are not stopping there. Yes, we have the best plans around, AND we also have a ton of great information to help you succeed with your project. Check out the Mechanic’s Post for tips, helps, news and extra plans information. We have articles, and videos, then inspirational stories from customers who have built things.
All of this to help make your project GREAT. That is the Mechanical Elements difference.
If you are having trouble with the plans shopping cart or with credit card processing, please Let Us Know. We are here to make you successful.
If you have good ideas for projects with do-it-yourself plans and would like to share them, drop us a line. We have a good incentive program, and welcome comments and ideas.
Finally, if you have a great DIY solution for your shop or trailer or tools (or whatever), share it. Send us the information, and if we post it, we will be sure to give you credit in whatever form you prefer. Again, this site is for sharing, and for great DIY information. Be a part, while helping us help the whole DIY community.