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  1. hendersond

    M105 Utility trailer build

    It is an actual M105 cover, It is not the best shape. Some small holes. It needs patching.
  2. hendersond

    M105 Utility trailer build

    I have been pulling this thing around at least once a week for almost 2 years. I love it! I changed wheels and tires. The tires are 32" right now. flipped the receiver so it pulls level. The "balloon tires bounce a lot if less than 35 psi. I have a set of 31x10.50x15 that have heavier sidewalls...
  3. hendersond

    M105 Utility trailer build

    I'll let you know. Need to get safety chains and lights on before it goes on the highway. It moves around the yard very nice as it is about 3-4" wider than the tow vehicle. Easy to back up when you can see it in the mirrors. It was an absolute bear behind the deuce in reverse.
  4. hendersond

    M105 Utility trailer build

    We got her mounted for a fitting. Pulled it up from behind and slowly let it down on the frame. Fit is good. I made the tongue a little longer so it is easier to back up with the suburban. I will block it up and pull the frame out later. I want to see where to best put lights, and loops and...
  5. hendersond

    M105 Utility trailer build

    I thought I would have to cut the mounting tabs ff, but they fit between the cross members so I will leave them. Cautiously pulling up to measure with the truck. Some surface rust, but not too bad
  6. hendersond

    M105 Utility trailer build

    I decided to build a usable trailer out of an old M105a2. Earlier this year I found a drop axle with electric brakes and leaf springs in a South Dakota salvage yard for $50. The axle has 6 bolt hubs. It is supposedly a #5200 axle according to the Local trailer dealer. I picked up 3 sticks of 3"...
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