I have two Bantam BT3-C trailers. One in great shape. The other is strong but needs a lot of cosmetics. I've treated the latter like a mule but the former...
... Good idea - there's a gentleman on the forums on http://www.earlycj5.com named Jim who has this setup. His screen name is JPFlat2A. Just remember you'll...
Mike: Thanks for the feedback. Your name has come up often in my web searches and I must tip my hat to you and the photos on your blog. I consider you the...
All are great ideas. Those of us who have turned our Bantam trailers into camping trailers or field kitchens have used different methods. Here is a link to...
... Heh...I've seen others with way more advanced mods than I've done. I'm good at daydreaming up things that take hours to build then are rarely used...;) ...
Hey anyone know where I can get a pintle reicver hitch? For my truck Thanks C _____ From: BantamTrailer@yahoogroups.com [mailto:BantamTrailer@yahoogroups.com] ...
... truck Simple enough. First, install a standard 2" square Class III or III/V hitch. If you are in the greater Los Angeles area go to Eckhart's Hitch and...
Thanks Bruce , I'm in NJ so Ill check them out online but was hoping I could get something local Thanks again C _____ From: BantamTrailer@yahoogroups.com...
I got mine off Ebay. The one I have is a combo 1 7/8" ball & pintle. -Rodney _____ From: BantamTrailer@yahoogroups.com [mailto:BantamTrailer@yahoogroups.com] ...
Aug 13 2008 This is just a test to check if I have been resubscribed! Thank you! Ciao! Raimondo 1943 GPW Jeep (No, NOT yet a military trailer!!) [Non-text...
I'm selling a 1946 civilian jeep trailer. Typical rust, new trailer tires (non military) Landing Leg assembly is missing but the hitch is original. Asking $550...
I am thinking about lining my Spen trailer. Do the rolling DIY liners work pretty good. Do I have to take it down to bare metal or is roughing the paint...
Hi Folks. I have two Bantam trailers. Neither have titles, as it is not required in my state. The first (1946) is in the best shape and I have it registered...
The DIY liners are OK. (i.e., just OK.) Prep is the key - you don't need to take everything to bare metal, but there can't be any loose stuff. Durabak and...
i agree that you shouldn't put the permaliners in the rare trailers. Plywood, or even an cut down truck bedliner picked up on the side of the freeway - they...
You could also splurge and get one of the professional spray-in liners. I had some light sandblasting done, prior to the liner being sprayed, as I was going...
FWIW on Herculiner/Durabak. It's not hard to get off. Just messy. All it takes is a wirewheel on an angle grinder and some time. If you can soak it with...
Hey Guys, Finally picked up my M-416 series (I think) trailer from my neighbor. Quick story. I don't know how long he had it sitting in the backyard maybe 8 ...
Hey Guys, Finally picked up my M-416 series (I think) trailer from my neighbor. Quick story. I don't know how long he had it sitting in the backyard maybe 8...
My grandfather used diamond plate on the bottom of our Bantam, so the floor is not original, but is extremely useful. I don't know when he did this; it has...
I used smooth Durabak on my entire trailer except the wheels and hubs.. Surface preparation is key - you want to get the rust off - my Bantam just had surface...
If that's the only way to go then that's what youi have to do. I am in a similar predicament here in PA. I bought a trailer with only a bill of receipt and...
... Easy enough: Any pre-Wrangler Jeep ('87-ish) will fit. It's a "five on five and a half" bolt pattern, Wranger wheels are "5 on four and a half". If you...
In California, it is possible to get a VIN assigned. It is done all the time with military trailers. Many do the "home built" method, and fill out a form...
... Where are you located? I'm up in northern CA., I have two (2) NIB orig M151 rims that are excess to my needs. I need to make room for the latest project:...
I have registered 2 trailers here in California. The first was a MBT and the second my M100. Both are registered with their respective serial numbers. Both...
I am in NE PA. My wheels are not orignal, but are wagon mags, so I would like to find something like that. what is the hole pattern of these wheels, anyone...
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