ddm502001 Posted October 1 Report Share Posted October 1 Friday, placed a Trailer Behind it!!! Found ours!! Was Hiding outside Minneapolis. And yes is a LQ, total length 38', 16' short wall, three horse rear set up and the Harley will nestle in Nicely. Older 2007, been maintained obviously deeply, New rear axle tires, Newer fronts from 2022 and 2023, Brand New backing plates show for replaced brakes and repacked wheel hubs, New or Newer and CLEAN rims from backside, All roof seams resealed, skylight over shower replaced as was crazing. Bison so yes again has a Steel underframe but am OK with that as minimal corrosion or rust. Ramp at rear, no center divider in rear doors to block Motorcycle. One slide out with Dinette. In the Photo are pics of the Dinette and couch, those are Original 2007 Upholstery covers. Flooring not perfect, 17 years of imperfections but in great shape. New lumber under NEW Rubber Rear Stalls area Flooring. Bobtailed 520 miles to Elko MN to see the trailer if would even consider it, had placed $500 on it to hold it as three others WANTED it. 8.7mpg at rough consistent 65-70mph, Still not refilled to see mileage dragging it home. Little Woman was having a Blond Moment as saw a Window Next to Stove and asked why so close when built it. Slide Out!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted October 1 Report Share Posted October 1 The Hitch connection Stalls area Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted October 2 Report Share Posted October 2 That is SWEET!!!! I'm sure your scooter won't mind riding in that. The only thing I would change is some sort of cushioned hitch. Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio@yahoo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted October 2 Report Share Posted October 2 Looking to that Hitch but for Now all is Good!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmeris Posted October 2 Report Share Posted October 2 Congrats on the new rig, post some pics once you get the HD loaded in so we can see. LOL on the window moment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThelazyFarmer Posted October 6 Author Report Share Posted October 6 On 8/24/2024 at 10:32 AM, ddm502001 said: Did Find that B&W also offers a 25K rated RV Fifth wheel that will install in this type Hitch box that I have installed Called a Flatbed Companion, There is a recommendation to add Rotational Stops for that installed. Did you build or buy the turnover ball Plate? My comfort ride hitch sits on 3/4 inch plate. I want to put a turn over ball under the comfort ride. Sure I would have to unbolt the comfort ride when I wanted to use the ball but that is no big deal. Its not like I would be switching every other day. Quote Farmer, Trucker, Equipment operator, Mechanic Quando omni flunkus moritati-When all else fails, play dead I'm a man, but I can change, if I have to, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted October 7 Report Share Posted October 7 (edited) I built mine, against specs offered BUT NOT WRITTEN by B&W, legal concerns if Tell you How To. 3/8 Steel Plate, was recommended by local metal/welding shop and 1/4" Gussets Under to the Hitch as described in B&Ws Under Bed install directions. This was the Weld Up pattern to Clear my Air Ride Torque Arms and as suggested by B&W Are 2" Holes in the Side Braces to allow pin insertion, will admit Hole Sawed slightly Off Center of the Hitch hole where a Std, Reese Pin slips in with the Diagonal Ear UP and as rolls down aids in keeping/locking the pin IN the Hitch. The Stitch Welding is Recommended. The Instructions are on the Hitch Site as well for installing under a Conventional Bed or Flatbed. Edited October 7 by ddm502001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThelazyFarmer Posted October 8 Author Report Share Posted October 8 Yep that is exactly what I want to do but wasn't sure how to go about it. Quote Farmer, Trucker, Equipment operator, Mechanic Quando omni flunkus moritati-When all else fails, play dead I'm a man, but I can change, if I have to, I guess. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted October 8 Report Share Posted October 8 (edited) Check out B&Ws site, has instructions that can be viewed. The Flatbed Fifth Wheel that also pins on in this box is not thickness sensitive, has a Draw Down Bolt on the Square to set it tight against the Deck and Pin. The reason my Side reinforcements are Inside of the Bolting is to be Inside the Rails Flanges. Edited October 8 by ddm502001 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted October 12 Report Share Posted October 12 On 10/1/2024 at 7:23 PM, rickeieio said: That is SWEET!!!! I'm sure your scooter won't mind riding in that. The only thing I would change is some sort of cushioned hitch. Question: Went over the trailer with a fine tooth comb when first inspected, after the ride home had Several Rivets loose or Heads sheared away along Rub Rail to Main Frame. Mainly Closer to the neck area and what I would consider a High Flex Point. This IS a Steel Frame Aluminum Skin Trailer. Would that be indicative of the necessity of the Air Buffered Hitch? Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted Wednesday at 11:20 PM Report Share Posted Wednesday at 11:20 PM Wife was trying to Wash off the background 'Aroma' in the LQ area, seemed to be Steeped into ALL fabrics and cushions. Washed slip covers several times, clean Couch Twice with Carpeted bedding area, then tried a OLD yet Suggested method, Bring Vinegar to a boil on Camper stove, turn down to Simmer, allow to roll a hour or more then turn off and allow to stand until cooled. Remove pot, shut off everything and close everything, Shut the whole cleanup down. As of Last night is just slightly still in background, will repeat the process and see if more reductions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rickeieio Posted Thursday at 12:33 AM Report Share Posted Thursday at 12:33 AM I feel your pain. When we bought our trailer, the previous owners had a dog that was a shedding machine. After 9 years, we're still finding hair. But, at least it doesn't smell "doggy". Quote KW T-680, POPEMOBILE Newmar X-Aire, VATICAN Lots of old motorcycles, Moto Guzzi Griso and Spyder F3 currently in the front row Young enough to play in the dirt as a retired farmer. contact me at rickeieio@yahoo.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve from SoCal Posted Thursday at 05:20 AM Report Share Posted Thursday at 05:20 AM You may want to rent an ozone machine, that is what they use on really 'bad smells' it is hard on some plastics? Quote 2005 Peterbilt 387-112 Baby Cat 9 speed U-shift 1996/2016 remod Teton Royal Atlanta 1996 Kentucky 48 single drop stacker garage project Pulls like a train, sounds like a plane....faster than a Cheetah sniffin cocaine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaydrvr Posted Thursday at 04:14 PM Report Share Posted Thursday at 04:14 PM 10 hours ago, Steve from SoCal said: You may want to rent an ozone machine, that is what they use on really 'bad smells' it is hard on some plastics? Exactly what I was thinking. It's the only thing that will actually work. It does deteriorate some plastics and rubber over time, but for a one time use, or maybe twice, it's very minimal and maybe undetectable. You might want to just buy an inexpensive one. Jay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted Thursday at 11:42 PM Report Share Posted Thursday at 11:42 PM Thanks guys, all noted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuiteSuccess Posted Friday at 12:14 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 12:14 PM Agree with ozone machine. Our first trailer had set for couple of months in storage and owners had big dog. It smelled horrible but ozone took it out. Just be sure about ALL precautions when using an ozone generator. Quote 2006 Volvo 780 "Hoss" Volvo D12, 465hp, 1650 ft/lbs tq., ultrashift Bed Build by "JW Morgan's Custom Welding" 2017 DRV 39DBRS3 2013 Smart Passion Coupe "Itty Bitty" "Don't go around saying the world owes you a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noteven Posted Friday at 01:45 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 01:45 PM Nice setup ddm - low trailer down out of the trees. And a Dubya 9 … Quote "Are we there yet?" asked no motorcycle rider, ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ddm502001 Posted Friday at 11:24 PM Report Share Posted Friday at 11:24 PM Buddy of mine reminded me of the Trucker Moniker for these W900(and actually) B Model, L started with dealers selling them as Long Hoods and L Stuck, anyway, the W became Weed and B became Burners. Weed Burners. BTW the 1000 plus mile Inaugural Cruise ran Perfect. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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