I have a hard time because of a weak back moving my boat project around the yard on its trailer, so, I decided to build an inexpensive boat hauler.
The first thing I did was to find inspiration from a similar project that I thought would work for me too.
This seemed like a good fit.
I was able to get the vehicle for free.
And with a little work adding a 1 7/8" ball .......
Viola!
It even has an awesome 6 speed tranny..
Hey.. It works.
I want a cool boat hauler too...
- cantstopnow
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I want a cool boat hauler too...
Today is a great day to Go Sailing
1966 Morgan M34 K/CB
1965 Pearson Commander
1977 kells 28
1973 Paceship PY23
1971 Compac CP 16
1966 Morgan M34 K/CB
1965 Pearson Commander
1977 kells 28
1973 Paceship PY23
1971 Compac CP 16
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Excellent work!
It is amazing what a little lawn tractor can do... just not so good at pulling heavy stuff up hill. (Grin)
It is amazing what a little lawn tractor can do... just not so good at pulling heavy stuff up hill. (Grin)
1961 Pearson Triton
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1942 Coast Guard Cutter - Rebuild
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1942 Coast Guard Cutter - Rebuild
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The guy that gave it to me said that it was junk, but a battery charger and carb cleaner proved otherwise.
One man's junk is another man's plunder, or something like that.
I actually own several large tractors but they are never at the house when I want them.
One man's junk is another man's plunder, or something like that.
I actually own several large tractors but they are never at the house when I want them.
Today is a great day to Go Sailing
1966 Morgan M34 K/CB
1965 Pearson Commander
1977 kells 28
1973 Paceship PY23
1971 Compac CP 16
1966 Morgan M34 K/CB
1965 Pearson Commander
1977 kells 28
1973 Paceship PY23
1971 Compac CP 16
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I can see it hanging off the davits now.
It's tough to beat a good farm tractor for getting work done.
I can see it hanging in the davits now.
John
CD28 Tantalus
I can see it hanging in the davits now.
John
CD28 Tantalus
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