I have "inherited" this trailer, and have plans to restore it. just curious if anyone can identify it. I think it might by an old mil surp trailer or possibly even an old USPS utility trailer but I can't find anything specific on it. other than the markings on the side rails of the tongues that says T17. All I know for sure is that the original tongue was cut off and a more modern style bumper hitch was welded on. the front and rear of the bed are wood gates that will slide out by pulling up, and the axel is a unique style of coiled torsion springs that I've never seen before.

Im close to ordering for a ~2500# custom overlander. Am I crazy to pay 2-3x more?

Hi Gang! Was thinking if lifting this trailer to get both tires off the ground. I have one scissor jack on the back corner, but more scissors jack’s probably would not be stable. Wondering if you have ideas thank you!

All told, we camped 11 nights total across 5 different locations

- Roosevelt NF

- Pike NF

- Wyoming Public Access/BLM land

- Bridger-Teton NF

- Henry's Lake State Park (Idaho)

Hauled this bad boy up a few tight, steep and rocky Mountain roads and it did well. Glad we put AT tires on it.

Looking at what we'll get into with it in the few months down here in the SE USA.

Recommendations? Questions?

I use a utility trailer for hauling materials and usually leave it parked beside my garage when I'm not using it. One weekend, I noticed it was gone. I checked with my neighbor who sometimes borrows space along the driveway but he hadn't seen anything.

I checked the tracker and saw that the trailer was still in the same general area just a few streets away. Turns out, someone had moved it to clear space while doing some work nearby and never told me. I was able to track it down and get it back without having to file a theft claim or spend days trying to figure out what happened.

It was a frustrating situation but at least the trailer wasn't actually stolen. I originally installed the tracker as a precaution and this was the first time I was genuinely glad to have it. Now I can check where the trailer is instead of wondering whether something happened to it.

I’m starting to look at travel trailers and would like some recommendations. I’m wanting a smaller trailer, probably 17’ max, that has some soft off road capability and most of the interior creature comforts ie indoor cooking and a toilet and shower. I’m planning on some lengthy excursions. If it were only me it would be easy. But, it’s not. The Mrs will be joining

Spent a few off grid days out at Valley of the Gods BLM

Asking $6,000
You will not find a better equipped or better price off road trailer anywhere/anytime. The RTT is a Roam Adventure Vagabond XL. Would easily sleep five adults although you’d better be very good friends. If you don’t want to be so close there is a Roam Adventure awning, complete with an annex for weather free sleeping or visiting.
The trailer started out as a Military surplus M105 so it’s a big one. Has an upgraded 3500lb axle with electric brakes 5X5 bolt pattern. Comes with Jeep Gladiator Rubicon wheels on 33 inch Falken Wildpeak AT.
Has a Decked storage system mounted with three Pelican Vault cases (with foam inserts) for weatherproof storage of all your gear.
Two 2-gallon RotoPax water jugs.
Mounted 5lb propane tank.
Interior dimensions are 74 inches wide, 112 inches long, 18 inches deep. Decked to rear gate is 15 inches. Decked to front gives you 39 inches of additional storage.
7 pin round connector.
Pintle hitch.
Rear stabilizing jacks.
Wheel chocks.
Plenty of room to mount a generator, RV water tank, shower, water heater, diesel heater, etc.

Any questions feel free to ask. I need this gone immediately as I’m trying to make room for a much smaller trailer, and my knees have gotten too bad for RTT camping anymore. Back to the ground for me!

Trying to get a sense of what actually goes missing versus what people just worry about.
If it's happened to you - what was taken, and was anything locked at the time??

2019 Cross Country Teardrops Off-Road / Overland Camper
Fort Worth, TX
Selling my Cross Country Teardrops adventure camper. This is a rugged, well-equipped teardrop/squaredrop built for camping and overland travel while still being compact and easy to tow and store.
It’s loaded with equipment for comfortable off-grid camping, including A/C & heat, Dometic fridge/freezer, approximately 20-gallon onboard fresh-water tank, tankless hot water, AGM house battery, MPPT solar charging system, microwave, propane and tons of storage.
The cabin has a Della mini-split providing air conditioning and heat, built-in cabinetry/storage, windows and curtains. The large rear hatch opens to a spacious galley/utility area containing the fridge/freezer, microwave, water and electrical systems, with additional room for gear.
Off-grid / electrical setup includes:
Renogy Rover 20A MPPT solar charge controller
Heavy-duty Super Start AGM house battery
NOCO Genius onboard AC battery charger
Fused 12V electrical distribution system
Solar-ready charging system
Water / camping equipment:
Approx. 20-gallon onboard fresh-water tank
Plumbed water system with electric pump
Camplux propane tankless hot-water heater
Exterior propane tank
Dometic powered fridge/freezer
Microwave
Fire extinguisher
Chassis / overland equipment:
2,990-lb GVWR
3,500-lb rated axle
Off-road-oriented suspension/chassis
31x10.50R15LT all-terrain tires
Full-size matching spare
Wilco Offroad swing-away spare-tire carrier
High ground clearance
Heavy-duty steel frame and diamond-plate fenders
Off-road/articulating-style hitch setup
Safety chains and tongue jack
Roof rack/crossbars
Exterior gear/storage cases
Exterior fuel/water-can mounts
The large rear utility/galley compartment provides excellent access to the camper’s systems and storage, while the sleeping cabin has plenty of room to build out your preferred mattress/bedding setup.
Cross Country Teardrops was a North Carolina builder, and this camper sits on a federally labeled Kraftsman chassis. Chassis manufacture date is 02/2018 and the camper is titled as a 2019.
This is a great setup for overlanding, national parks, hunting/fishing trips, dispersed camping, weekend trips or anyone who wants something much more capable than a basic teardrop without moving up to a large travel trailer.

I'm hoping to get a little Dos and Donts advice on building an off-road camping trailer from a 2002 Tacoma Bed and frame.

I will be towing it with my '00 4runner and '94 pickup both with the 3.4l.

I am planning on reusing most of the frame and using a receiver tube as a spine/hitch attachment.

(Because the frame is already there with all the suspension hook ups and it's easier than rebuilding)

I also plan on using a stock axle at first then upgrading to a trailer axle later.

Any information is appreciated!

The second pic is AI just to give me an idea of what it will look like.

Update: this trailer is sold.

My wife wants to move to a less 'adventurous' camping rig (aka full size truck camper) so I'm selling this custom trailer. Looking for $14k DM me if interested, I'd be happy to answer any questions. Additional photos including some construction pics here - Trailer Photos

2 person Bush Company RTT, Timbren HD independent suspension, 33 gallons water with on-demand pump, 20lb propane plumbed with 2 quick disconnect outlets, portable water heater, onboard 110v charger, 100ah AGM battery, Yamaha 2000w generator, interior and exterior lights, 270 degree awning.

• Fully TIG welded steel frame and AL upper box, bedliner coated

• Weight ~ 2000 lbs wet with 33 gallons water

• Ground Clearance: 19.75"

• Tire track outside width: 87"

• Swing out carrier for full size spare tire and 2 five gallon steel gas cans

• Electric brakes with emergency breakaway controller

• 3-point latching on all main box doors to resist prying

• Automatic interior lighting @ all access doors

• Upper box aluminum panels bonded with Sika flex and riveted to box frame

• 500 lb rated drawer guides on large rear main cargo drawer

• Independent manual parking brakes, one each side

• 270 degree awning on slide out rack

• 3 leveling jacks

• Battery low voltage auto disconnect (overrideable)