I have had a few questions regard this trailer; thought I would post a build thread for it.
I recently picked-up this trailer to start a camping/expedition trailer build. I was not able to identify the trailer model at first, but it just seemed like a cool, light weight trailer. It only weighs 450 as it sits now.
I was able to find some info on "Ben Hur" and Sears/David Bradley trailers. I think I have one, but there are no ID plates on it. It was titled as a 1968 Homebuilt, but I think it is a 1950s possibly. It appears to be in very good, fairly original condition. I'm loving this little trailer so far.
Here she is:
The Craigslist ad photos
First pics after pick-up
Cool jerry can
Plywood in the bed, with multiple bolts. Why, Why, Why??
Plywood removed. Not too bad. Whew!!
I recently picked-up this trailer to start a camping/expedition trailer build. I was not able to identify the trailer model at first, but it just seemed like a cool, light weight trailer. It only weighs 450 as it sits now.
I was able to find some info on "Ben Hur" and Sears/David Bradley trailers. I think I have one, but there are no ID plates on it. It was titled as a 1968 Homebuilt, but I think it is a 1950s possibly. It appears to be in very good, fairly original condition. I'm loving this little trailer so far.
Here she is:
The Craigslist ad photos
First pics after pick-up
Cool jerry can
Plywood in the bed, with multiple bolts. Why, Why, Why??
Plywood removed. Not too bad. Whew!!