Originally Posted by JK44M (Post 1961729)

I like that set up. I will have to check them out.

Originally Posted by shockwaveaz (Post 1961735)

You know your just going to pull out your measuring tape and fab one. My turn to build... Lol

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Originally Posted by Calilove1 (Post 1879196)

So I'm going from a much larger 4x4 into my JK unlimited and I'm struggling to figure out how the heck I'll go camping with the whole family ever again. I think my answer is a trailer but I don't want to break the bank doing it.
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Originally Posted by jeep_n_co (Post 1915276)

~$150 matching rims (probably need for any trailer build)
~$100 (used) to $200 (new) matching tires (again, likely any build)
~$300 new custom 3500 lb drop axle and 5.5 on 5 hubs
~$300 new hitch arrangement
~$0 ditch the old fenders

That's where I will be with my Lifetime. The great part about this is the ability to build it up as I go. Right now, half of these parts are in my garage, waiting for the other half, and I still have a functional trailer. All told, I will be into this for less than $4k (granted, I ordered it when it was on sale for $3k)

Best part is, I can haul an ATV on top if I want, or 900lbs of whatever I can fit on it. Also, I no longer need to beg/borrow/steal a friend's truck if I have a large load, I can convert to a utility trailer in 10 mins.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_ZHcl6XPSqXw/TK...0/IMG_4419.JPG

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_ZHcl6XPSqXw/TK...0/IMG_4443.JPG



PM me if you want to come by and take a look at one... I am VERY local to you.

Originally Posted by Calilove1 (Post 1879196)

So I'm going from a much larger 4x4 into my JK unlimited and I'm struggling to figure out how the heck I'll go camping with the whole family ever again. I think my answer is a trailer but I don't want to break the bank doing it.

My options:
1. Adventure Trailer- $10,000 + (I wish but no way I can justify it) No idea how much these weigh.

2. M100 or M416 Trailer- Seeing prices from $400 to $1200 depending on condition but not finding many local options and shipping seems high: I like these as they are really light, under 600 lbs empty, and small in size.

3. M101A1 or A2- 3/4 ton Trailer and I'm assuming about 1300lbs empty... I can find these just about anywhere and can get a decent one and local for $500 or less.

What is too much weight to tow... I know the JK is rated for more then 1500lbs but I want to tow offroad and not have any worries of even taking it over a trail like the Rubicon.

Any ideas or comments from my fellow JK'ers that tow an offroad trailer?

Originally Posted by Voodoo11 (Post 1946302)

Did any of you debate getting a roof rack instead? Eager to hear your pros/cons on the trailer vs. roof rack debate.

Originally Posted by BKGM Jeepers (Post 2841072)

Roof rack = very high center of gravity. If you load it, don't plan on any off-camber trails.

Moderate logging road wheeling won't be a problem however.