dangerzone2 Posted August 29, 2018 Author Share Posted August 29, 2018 I built a one-wheeled trailer to pull with my ST-1100. I used a 4.80-8 wheel/tire combo along with an axle/hub/bearings, a plastic "Job Box" and wiring all purchased from my local Tractor Supply. I pillaged a bicycle for a shock, found some tapered steering bearings for the swingarm and utilized steel bits that we had lying about the shop. I used a GL1500 drive shaft U-joint that was "opened up" with a die-grinder to allow a greater range of motion. My hitch is a Classic Industries hitch that I added the "receiver" and gussets to. I used a 5pin plug that I wired in to the tail light and the trailer has all LED lighting, including corner markers. Though I have not weighed it, I would guess that the finish weight is about 85-90 lbs. It has worked very well. 80+mph on I40 through the Smokies and triple digits a few times!! I've towed it several thousand miles. Actually wore out one tire on it. I think a through-axle hitch would be the way to go with the FJ, and it would simplify construction. Here are some pictures of my build: Holy crap that is perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbr600 Posted September 5, 2018 Share Posted September 5, 2018 Holy crap that is perfect! My thoughts exactly. I wish I had the skills to do something like that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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