My trailer build (Page 1/2)
NightMare Cruiser JUN 05, 08:25 PM
Been working on this on and off ( mostly off) for 1.5 yrs. getting closer. Still needs filler, paint, fabricate sail panels, trim and for me to buy a trailer hitch

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[This message has been edited by NightMare Cruiser (edited 06-06-2021).]

Spadesluck JUN 06, 01:56 PM
I have seen a few different versions of these. I like how yours is coming along. I particularly like the smooth front you are working with the sheet metal. Others have done "so so" jobs on that area.
NightMare Cruiser JUN 13, 07:36 AM
Not perfect at all. However, it will serve its purpose. Made from mostly spare parts. I know there will be people that will point out its flaws.
jdv JUN 13, 12:24 PM
Nice project.
Dennis LaGrua JUN 13, 03:52 PM
I'll agree nice project but too much fab work for me right now. Also appears heavy. I plan to go with a small $600 motorcycle trailer. Between that and the trunk we should be covered for a few day trip.

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NightMare Cruiser JUN 13, 09:25 PM

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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:

I'll agree nice project but too much fab work for me right now. Also appears heavy. I plan to go with a small $600 motorcycle trailer. Between that and the trunk we should be covered for a few day trip.




Heavy? How??
Dennis LaGrua JUN 13, 11:18 PM

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Originally posted by NightMare Cruiser:


Heavy? How??



I am making my comparison to a small tow motorcycle trailer that I believe is suitable for a Fiero. I would think that you have a significant part of the space frame, body parts, OEM 15" wheels and cradle but weighing it full may provide a better idea of its capability
A class 1 hitch rating means that you can tow a jet ski, motorcycle or scooter, small cargo box, or bike rack. Even though this class of hitch has a towing capacity of up to 2,000 lbs., a smaller car like a Fiero may not be able to handle the additional load. I believe that it comes down to your vehicles towing capacity/capability based on the powertrain, cooling system, brakes and frame design.

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" THE BLACK PARALYZER" -87GT 3800SC Series III engine, custom ZZP /Frozen Boost Intercooler setup, 3.4" Pulley, Northstar TB, LS1 MAF, 3" Spintech/Hedman Exhaust, P-log Manifold, Autolite 104's, MSD wires, Custom CAI, 4T65eHD w. custom axles, Champion Radiator, S10 Brake Booster, HP Tuners VCM Suite.
"THE COLUSSUS"
87GT - ALL OUT 3.4L Turbocharged engine, Garrett Hybrid Turbo, MSD ign., modified TH125H
" ON THE LOOSE WITHOUT THE JUICE "

theogre JUN 14, 01:16 AM

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Originally posted by NightMare Cruiser:
Heavy? How??

Read the Owners Manual etc.
Fiero and Thousands of other cars are Not made to tow anything.
If you do, the limit is 100# Tongue and 1000# Draw Weights.

Draw Weight is Total Mass means Trailer and Load.

Find a "Cat Scale" at a Truck Stop etc and weigh the trailer. I'm guessing just the trailer eats a big chunk of 1000#.

More important, Car's GVWR on label on door that's likely to damage to read... For Fiero GVWR is The Car and all Fluids, 2 Standard "people" and 100# cargo.
Standard People is/was 90 Percentage Male Crash Test "Dummy" weighing ~ 190#. (I'm told may have update that to calc new GVWR because of how many obese people now.)

You weight more then that, have too much crap or worse Both then Car is Over Weight causing performance and legal problems.
GM made Brakes Transmissions etc to work w/ GVWR.
And while Cars don't get stopped by Cops for Over Weight but if you crash, can have Insurance problems etc.

Adding a Tow Hitch counts as Cargo.
Then add a Trailer that you have to Stop etc just makes more issues/problems.
Plus you likely will have problem saving "rear window." Even w/o Glass will drag the car or worse problems when wind hits the sides.

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NightMare Cruiser JUN 14, 04:04 AM
Orge, are you always condescending?

NightMare Cruiser JUN 14, 04:07 AM
There is no space frame or cradle.


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Originally posted by Dennis LaGrua:


I am making my comparison to a small tow motorcycle trailer that I believe is suitable for a Fiero. I would think that you have a significant part of the space frame, body parts, OEM 15" wheels and cradle but weighing it full may provide a better idea of its capability
A class 1 hitch rating means that you can tow a jet ski, motorcycle or scooter, small cargo box, or bike rack. Even though this class of hitch has a towing capacity of up to 2,000 lbs., a smaller car like a Fiero may not be able to handle the additional load. I believe that it comes down to your vehicles towing capacity/capability based on the powertrain, cooling system, brakes and frame design.