Zeus103363
ArboristSite Operative
Thanks for all the pictures. It is good to see what others have built and see some alternatives.
Oliver: I know that a trailer needs some tongue weight for stability. Around 7 - 10% of gross weight is usually the target. I just don't want to end up with 500 lbs of tongue weight and no way to change it. At the same time, I don't want the wheels in my way.
Bacardi: I am not sure what you mean by an "H" beam. Your pictures show a beam similar to the one I have, but I would call it an I beam. I hadn't considered using a trailer frame. I will have to think about that. I do like the idea of having springs, but I was thinking of using the oil tank tube axle idea.
Thanks
Jerry
Just wanting to clear up a common misconception I have seen many times in the forum. When talking about steel beams, there are 2 different types. The most common is what is called. "W" beam. The "w" stands for wide as the legs or flange of the beam are long and consistently the same thickness. The second type of beam is called a "S" beam which has a short tapered leg or flange. Hope this helps!