Here’s a the trailer I put together yesterday. @Racer this is the idea I mentioned to you on the phone a couple of months ago. It’s a 5x8 with a 3500lb axle with electric brakes.
It holds:
8GPM Cold
5.5 GPM Cold
225 Buffer Tank (Always Empty in Transit)
300’ Pressure Hose
200’ Supply Hose
24’ Ladder
WW Classic SC
Various Trinkets
What do you think?
The photos of the wood pieces are to show how I mounted the SC.
The ladder rack was like $95 on Amazon. If anyone wants one of those I’ll gladly send the link.
Looks great man!
Thanks!
Please do 
Wow, bet you could tow that with a 4 cylinder pickup, no?
The only thing that would make this rig nicer is if it was aluminum. But those can be pricey.
You probably COULD tow it with a 4 cylinder, but I think 6 is the lowest I would go. Having a brake axle is vital, I think.
Pro-Series HTCARG 500 lbs. Capacity Cargo Truck Rack Amazon.com
Here’s the ladder rack. I’m very happy with it so far.
I love mean and lean setups.
Nice rig. Looks good.
One of my rigs is a 5x8 with two 8gpm’s mounted and its a beast.
Bigger isnt always better.
Its all about efficiency.
Look good
What brand / make / model is that trailer? I’m looking to get one in the next few months and trailers are way over priced on Craigslist here, as in just as much as buying a new one. I found a BigTex trailer dealer close by. They have a 4x6 or 4x8 (maybe its a 5x8) both for $400, around $500 out the door with tags and registration. But you put in your own decking. Seems like a good buy to me, but I’m not sure if BigTex is a decent brand. I know that the Harbor Freight trailers are pretty awful and show it quickly.
Too much weight on the tongle!!!
Place the surface cleaner down
Looks good. I’d weld a couple of brackets onto side to hold surface cleaner. Going to get old taking that on and off up there anytime you need it or ladder. Weight is defintely front oriented, so you’ll for sure won’t be hauling much water.
But nice creative setup.
Looks great, I’d move the gas tank to be near your truck, so you don’t have to walk around to fill up. (Unless that’s the side you fill up your truck on)
I agree with lowering the SC. Efficiency.
Think lean, how can you cut two seconds, or eliminate wasted motion.
Actually, the pictures you posted of your small trailer are what really got my mi d going on this build. Thanks!
As far as I know, Big Tex makes good trailers, but I’ve never owned one. $500 for a 5x8 would be a killer deal. Just make sure you have a 3500lb axle. I think brakes are mandatory, but some would disagree…really depends on your tow vehicle, I guess.
It looks like there is more weight on the tongue than there actually is. The weight is balanced better than the pictures make it look. I can move the trailer around by hand when necessary. Plus, I NEVER transport water, so that makes a big deference. Plus, I usually only fill the buffer tank to 125 or so, and I always lower the jack so my tow vehicle suspension isn’t carrying the weight while I’m working.
The surface cleaner is actually mounted just above chest height, so it’s easy to access, it only takes about 1 minute to get it down, and I do that while waiting for the tank to fill. I thought about mounting it on the side, but that affected my visibility and access to the more frequently used areas of the trailer. Plus, I don’t do that much flatwork, so I’d rather have it up out of the way most of the time.
This is a great looking build made most of limited space!
@jzbreeland The trailer is a Carry-On. It’s a lower end brand, but I’ve had them before and I’ve been happy with them. Proper care and maintenance are the most important things to consider.
I always paint trailers, ladder racks, etc with Por-15 because it’s incredibly durable and the paint they use at the factories just doesn’t seem to hold up. Also, I spray all the metal surfaces under the trailer with Fluid Film every 2 years. It makes an excellent barrier to water, salt, etc. and makes the underside easier to clean.
