Building the ultimate toyhauler!

Discussion in 'Shiny Things' started by pvangel, Aug 10, 2012.

  1. Jimmy the Heater

    Jimmy the Heater Dirt Farmer

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    Well your craftsmanship is first rate on this and I certainly think it's worth 8k. However it does have a limited audience and getting someone to pay that for a single axle cargo trailer might be a little tough. At that price you are knocking on the door of a used factory toy hauler which would likely have a full sized bed, bath and other comforts.

    If you find the right buyer though, you shouldn't have a problem with 8k.
  2. KHJPHOTO

    KHJPHOTO Old Man and the Road

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    All this comfort and at 17-19 MPG while towing
  3. pvangel

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    I agree completely, the right buyer that understands that this can actually be pulled with a 1/2ton pickup or SUV and doesn't mind showering outside.
    Thanks!
  4. pvangel

    pvangel Team AARP

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    I would love one of those but that has to be at least a 50k vehicle?
  5. madeouttaglass

    madeouttaglass Hippie Ki Yay! Humboldt changed my life.

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    More than that.
  6. PA Slammer

    PA Slammer I hate titles... Supporter

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    Pvangel, you're not looking for a new trailer project are you? I got a stripped down VRV all aluminum dual axle 6X15 for sale. Some pics in Pittsburgh Area Riders Thread.

    PA Slammer
  7. dirtydeeds

    dirtydeeds I'm alive.

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    I believe the new project will be a Toterhome type vehicle.
  8. pvangel

    pvangel Team AARP

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    PA, I have been thinking about that VRV all day.....But DD is close on what I want to do.....:wink:
  9. PA Slammer

    PA Slammer I hate titles... Supporter

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    It'll all work out, regardless. You've got great skills and whatever you decide, it'll be cool and we'll all be tuned in to check it out!

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  10. pvangel

    pvangel Team AARP

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    I am going to list trailer soon, just got my design inspiration....

    Mix this,
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    With this,
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    Penske shopping now.
  11. PA Slammer

    PA Slammer I hate titles... Supporter

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    I'd go Sprinter 3500 high roof shopping...

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  12. pvangel

    pvangel Team AARP

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    I have...too much money and not enough room.
    4 bikes,gear for 2-3 days of riding,sleeping for 2, hot shower, I wish it would work because of mileage alone.

    Penske has 09 16ft box with 80k on them for 13grand, or there is one local that has 92k on it for 10grand.
    I think I would have to spend close to 20grand to get a Sprinter that has even under 150k on it.
  13. ducnut

    ducnut Long timer

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    It doesn't get more badass than that! I remember those vans, back in the day.
  14. dirtydeeds

    dirtydeeds I'm alive.

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    Hahaha!
    I recently got rid of one!

    The 440cid in it mysteriously stayed with me though. :deal
  15. dirtydeeds

    dirtydeeds I'm alive.

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    It's a yellow and white box van. Thought you might like it.
    Not sure if it crosses a line regarding ins and regi, in your state?
  16. ducnut

    ducnut Long timer

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    Hmm! Bet that was fun to get out. :evil
  17. pvangel

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    I could bring the whole family in that!

    To bad it wouldn't fit in the driveway.....
  18. dirtydeeds

    dirtydeeds I'm alive.

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    Yeah. I didn't have enough head room in my garage to lift it out. Ended up taking the front end of van off. With a grinder. :rofl
    I took it out with the trans, too.
    The rest of the van had pretty much rotted away. I bet 20% of the sheet metal was gone. Sure made it fast, though. It was only an E-block but it still wasted mustangs on the street.

    I just noticed the turbines on the yamahauler. I have mine stacked in corner of garage, right in front of the 440.
    I miss my old cargo vans. They were/are my favorite type of vehicle. Unfortunately the other half isn't so keen on them.
    I'm having a good time with my cube van so I can't complain too much. :1drink
    I'm excited to see the upcoming project.
  19. dirtydeeds

    dirtydeeds I'm alive.

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    Hmm, the whole family?
    You're looking for a 4 door?

    That'll be my next one as well.
  20. pvangel

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