Kayak Trailer Rigging

[Grilled]

So, I was tired of waiting for harbor freight to receive more trailers in so I went to Tractor Supply Co. in mount airy and bought myself one of these...

http://www.tractorsupply.com/trailer...railer-1000215

They are a bit more expensive than harbor freight but their trailers are all welded, rather than nuts and bolts.

I got it registered in Maine, 5yrs for $70, including sales tax. Sorry state of MD, your trailer laws are a bit too much. Sent them my Bill of Sale and some other paper work and a week later I had the plate. Super fast!

Well, I started rigging today. Here are a few pics of what ive done. More to come...

[mmanolis2001]

That's great. Keep us updated on the project.

[DanMarino]

Kayak Trailer




Here's mine.

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[jet]

should have used pressure treated ply.

what are your plans for the command center?

[Grilled]

gonna keep it simple for now. its actually pretty fun to rig but if I dont stop at some point its probably gonna end up with rocket launchers and a whole bunch of useless crap on it....lol

ill have more pics in the next couple of days.

[Grilled]

i asked the guy for 3/4inch pressure treated ply wood and thats what the guy gave me. i didnt second guess him but i guess i should have. my dad said the same thing.

[mmanolis2001]

Go with your gut felling when rigging that trailer. You know you will have enough room for rocket launchers, Kayak, Stereo, Rod Locker, Snack Box and a kegerator.

[jet]

ha, just noticed you painted the fenders blue

[mmanolis2001]

I found a interesting trailer build. Maybe it will help you with your plans.

http://www.kayakfishingstuff.com/com...ad.php?t=80796

[Grilled]

here are a couple more pics....all i need now are some rod holders and it should be good to go...

[DanMarino]

Nice!

Nice job. I like how it turned out. What type of saddles are you using on the crossbars to attach the kayak?

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[Grilled]

they are yakima landsharks

[DanMarino]

Cool.

I'll have to look into finding some cheap used saddles on Craigslist.

By the way I like your kayak too. How do you like the hands free kayaking?

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[Grilled]

i dont think i could ever paddle a kayak after getting the hobie. it makes it so much easier especially with strong currents.

i bought mine on ebay, got a good price on them.

[Redfish12]

Are you going to make it a multi-yak trailer? I want to make one, but I think I would like to be able to carry at least 4 yaks so I can split the cost for road trips. Or... if you make one we can ride with you!!!