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  1. 12-31-2005, 07:07 PM #1
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    Trailer for welder finished..4 now

    Well I finally got around to taking some pics of the Bobcat trailer as it will look for a while anyway. I can not decide if I want the diamond treadplate box on the front or if I want to mount an auxillary compressor there. So, while I sit on my ars for a bit it will stay bare. Here are a couple of pics with the new lead holders welded in place. They are welded directly to the tray that lifts off. Each lead is 50ft. The spoolgun and adapter sites in the tray and can easily be taken off. It's all just sitting out for the pics. That's all for now and Happy New Year to all!!
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  2. 12-31-2005, 07:30 PM #2
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    Nice job!

    I really like the large radius bends in the tubing and the matching color and Miller decals.
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  3. 12-31-2005, 07:31 PM #3
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    That is one nice trailer.Would like to do something similar for my old SA200, however it looks like access to the welder would be a problem, at least on the old 200. Good job.
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  4. 12-31-2005, 09:37 PM #4
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    Absolutely gorgeous! By far the nicest welding trailer I have ever seen! Great work!
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  5. 01-01-2006, 09:42 AM #5
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    Thanks fellas. I posted some pics before the lead hangers were on and here is the link to the thread I started. http://hobartwelders.com/mboard/showthread.php?t=17003 You can see how the tray lifts off for access to the welder. The unit is simply bolted in 4 spots to the trailer. If lifts out in a couple minutes with the help of a forklift. I originally had it so I could easily access the side panels but then added more tubing (for tank storage and transport) which closed off access to the side panels. Being so easy to take in and out made it a no brainer for block access to the sides. The top lifts off easily with the two toggle latches I used (red handles latches). I had to "crop" the exhaust pipe a smidge to get it to fit under the tray without having to cut the tray. All works out very well and pulls easy. Weight is balanced well and I can move the entire unit anywhere with one arm and no strain .
    Like I said, it is done FOR NOW. I will add plenty more as I dream up whatever else I "think" it needs.... Until then, Happy New Year to all and good luck with business and projects!!!
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  6. 01-01-2006, 02:24 PM #6
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    my vote would be for that c/p toolbox up front of the trailer. I think you'll want to have more compressor and air tank than can be easily handled on the front of that trailer, but a box for grinders and cords would be nice, plus it could give you a place to lock up your leads if need be. Just some thoughts. Looks like a real nice job, and I especially like the Miller accents.
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  7. 01-01-2006, 04:05 PM #7
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    Very nice work indeed? How many hours you think you got in that thing? Again one of the nicest welding trailers I've seen!
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  8. 01-01-2006, 06:23 PM #8
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    Agreed

    With out a doubt the nicest,,,,,I agree with everone,Cant wait to see how you finish it!!!Real craftsman ship,You should be proad!!!!,Jack
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  9. 01-01-2006, 06:37 PM #9
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    Very very nice!
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  10. 01-01-2006, 06:43 PM #10
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    I lurk alot but would have to say that is one of the best looking and best designed trailers I've seen in a long time. Great job!
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  11. 01-01-2006, 08:32 PM #11
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    Again, thanks to all that have replied!
    Time involved I have about 16hrs in it. BUT, that includes all the time I spent staring at it wondering, "what should go there....what needs to be here?...." If I had to make the same thing over I could knock it out in maybe 10hrs. I used tube bending software, BEND TECH EZ 3-D from Cris over on bend-tech.com for all tubing. It takes ALL the guess work out of tube bending. I also used a horizontal mill for all my notched which also expedited the process. There certainly is something to be said for having the right tools for the right job!
    One thing that may not be a big deal to anyone else, but what I like is the tray and how easy it lifts off as well as the fenders. The fenders are mounted via 1" square tube that is notched and fits snugly between the tubing. They are so rigis that you can stand on them without flex! The lining up of the fenders and making everything unifirm was a biut of a challenge, but in the end it all worked out well and the welder dropped in and bolted up perfectly!
    It will get plenty of use in the coming years for sure!
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  12. 01-08-2006, 08:10 PM #12
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    Looks really nice. I know a lot of work was involved.
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  13. 01-08-2006, 08:58 PM #13
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    RULE #1: Never mount the welder facing the rear. I would crash into it trying to read the nameplate, while driving behind you....ever notice yourself doing that at 60mph on the highway?..LOL
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