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Matt & Suzie Kline – Owners
Red Wing Steel Works
1526 South Park St.
Red Wing, MN 55066
USA
Phone: 612-584-9353
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://utilitytrailerplans.net
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Weld everything just enough to hold for now as long as the frame is square and you have determined final axle location. The welding will be completed once more parts are added.
Frame assembly
Note: If a torsion axle is to be used keep it directly in front or behind the axle mount
Hitch assembly
Weld all hitch parts 100% after squaring everything up.See video for details on squaring and centering the hitch.
Note: These are critical welds.
Weld all frame parts 100% and all other parts as much as you feel you need to.See video for fender mounting tips and other explanations about installing the top rail.
Top Rail Assembly