98 DCB Mach 22

[lenmann]

Congrats on the new addition!

 

[n2otoofast4u]

Are you building the trailer out of stainless?

 

[ChrisV]

Are you building the trailer out of stainless?

Negative. Just mild steel and will be powder coated.

 

[ChrisV]

Congrats on the new addition!

Thanks Len!

 

[ChrisV]

Some progress today. Trying to get the back end done as much as possible so it doesn’t take up space at the shop.

Drilled the cross beam and main frame so I could run wires for the lights.

 

[ChrisV]

Pretty basic stuff. Used a flat plate to make sure the bunk uprights is even with the cross beams.

Anddddd that’s pretty much for today. Just waiting for the leaf spring stuff so I could build the axles.

 

[MARCYTECH]

Mig welded?! Wack. Start over

 

[ChrisV]

Mig welded?! Wack. Start over

Let me live

 

[MARCYTECH]

Let me live

Hahaha I’m just messing with you. Great job dude can’t wait to see this one done!

 

[02HoWaRd26]

So this winter, you still want to fix up my trailer
New ladder, new side steps, and fresh Mercedes Silver paint.

 

[ChrisV]

So this winter, you still want to fix up my trailer
New ladder, new side steps, and fresh Mercedes Silver paint.

I would if I could. Space is the issue. My friend finished his boat and wants a new trailer. Sucks that I can’t build it.

 

[hallett21]

I would if I could. Space is the issue. My friend finished his boat and wants a new trailer. Sucks that I can’t build it. View attachment 1253382

Go see what an adrenaline trailer is going for. Might be a new side business lol

 

[ChrisV]

Go see what an adrenaline trailer is going for. Might be a new side business lol

That’s who’s building it.

 

[hallett21]

That’s who’s building it.

They build a great trailer

 

[Lemons]

Beautiful boat, and I'm just as jealous of your chassis table!

 

[ChrisV]

Some more progress. Been only getting sundays to work on this and baby is kicking my ass.

I miss calculated and cut the axles height too short. So trailer seems really high to me. But I told myself to load the boat and go from there. Fenders obvious aren’t mounted but you guys get the idea.

Grabbing the boat in two weeks to finish up winch, bow stop, lights, and all the other small items.

Don’t mind the bunks. Using something else.

 

[lenmann]

Damn that boat is going to look great on that trailer. Definitely going to address the tail heavy deal with twins hanging off the back.

Nice work.

 

[Backlash]

Absolutely STUNNING work!!! You always knock it out of the park Chris!

 

[HNL2LHC]

Nice job!!! Looking forward to seeing it completed.

 

[Jonas Grumby]

Some more progress. Been only getting sundays to work on this and baby is kicking my ass.

I miss calculated and cut the axles height too short. So trailer seems really high to me. But I told myself to load the boat and go from there. Fenders obvious aren’t mounted but you guys get the idea.

Grabbing the boat in two weeks to finish up winch, bow stop, lights, and all the other small items.

Don’t mind the bunks. Using something else.
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May I suggest running a square tube or angle iron 4-6” blow the bunk boards and a kicker to the front like the attached?

Also, runway lights.

 

[ChrisV]

May I suggest running a square tube or angle iron 4-6” blow the bunk boards and a kicker to the front like the attached? View attachment 1258971
Also, runway lights.

I’ve been thinking about doing that all weekend. Boat only weights 2500-3000 lbs. So I don’t think it needs it.

As for runway lights. Still debating on color. Blue or amber.

 

[CSmith]

I’ve been thinking about doing that all weekend. Boat only weights 2500-3000 lbs. So I don’t think it needs it.

As for runway lights. Still debating on color. Blue or amber.

I vote blue

 

[Jonas Grumby]

I’ve been thinking about doing that all weekend. Boat only weights 2500-3000 lbs. So I don’t think it needs it.

As for runway lights. Still debating on color. Blue or amber.

Mine are red

 

[02HoWaRd26]

Trailer is coming out bitchen, why’d you go leaf vs torsion?
And I’d do amber, and blue!
For reference my trailer is 8 total lights, and I’m planning to swap my single color lights for these ones soon.

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www.4statetrucks.com

 

[ChrisV]

Trailer is coming out bitchen, why’d you go leaf vs torsion?
And I’d do amber, and blue!

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Cheaper. $300 vs $2800 lol

 

[ChrisV]

Bought a lot of lights. Haha

Time is running out so I ended up buying the recess slimeline panel. Was going to make them flush myself but woulda taken too long. Not sure if I will leave that polish stainless or powdercoat dark silver or black. Will address that later.

Made plasma cut jig for the bezels. Be more consistent cutting and not all crooked. Height is the same as the frame.

Put some resin on the bunks. Hopefully last a little bit longer.

Welded mounts for the walk way panels. These engines are tricky idling and I usually slowly pull up to the trailer and walk the boat in. Well one time I slipped on the bunks and ate shit. So hopefully this helps.

Then finally lifted the boat and test fitted the trailer. Now
I know where to set the ride height for the fenders.

Kinda happy kinda not. Wish it was lower. Wheels do seem big so might get 17s instead.

Hopefully send to powdercoat weds. Rain tomorrow going to delay couple things.

 

[JFMFG]

Bought a lot of lights. Haha
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Time is running out so I ended up buying the recess slimeline panel. Was going to make them flush myself but woulda taken too long. Not sure if I will leave that polish stainless or powdercoat dark silver or black. Will address that later.
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Made plasma cut jig for the bezels. Be more consistent cutting and not all crooked. Height is the same as the frame. View attachment 1266881

Put some resin on the bunks. Hopefully last a little bit longer.
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Welded mounts for the walk way panels. These engines are tricky idling and I usually slowly pull up to the trailer and walk the boat in. Well one time I slipped on the bunks and ate shit. So hopefully this helps.
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Then finally lifted the boat and test fitted the trailer. Now
I know where to set the ride height for the fenders.

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Kinda happy kinda not. Wish it was lower. Wheels do seem big so might get 17s instead.

I dig it let it rip.

 

[Todd Mohr]

Looks incredible Chris!!

 

[lenmann]

Looks great Chris, but I am compelled to note that Chargers fans everywhere continue to weep...

 

[ChrisV]

Looks great Chris, but I am compelled to note that Chargers fans everywhere continue to weep...

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Goddamn that’s ugly ahaha

 

[rlemn8r]

I think the wheel and tire combo is perfect. I would not change it.

 

[ChrisV]

Small ladder for the wifey.

 

[Bugginout]

You are a very talented individual and I would love to check out your shop.

 

[sonicss31]

Since the boat obviously is not going to ”roll” on the front roller, why not fabricate a custom fitted “V-block” to match the shape of the center pod? The cheap roller looks like an afterthought IMO. The rest of the build is amazing like most everything you do.

 

[ChrisV]

You are a very talented individual and I would love to check out your shop.

Thanks man! You’re welcome to roll thru anytime. I’m in orange.

 

[ChrisV]

Since the boat obviously is not going to ”roll” on the front roller, why not fabricate a custom fitted “V-block” to match the shape of the center pod? The cheap roller looks like an afterthought IMO. The rest of the build is amazing like most everything you do.

I can’t OCD on everything. I will get nothing done. I totally get what you’re saying though. On a super time crunch.

 

[ChrisV]

Removable chromoly fender brackets. For those who don’t know how to drive at havasu springs. This will rip your bumper off forsure.

 

[Backlash]

As always, BEAUTIFUL work!!! It's turning out amazing! Keep it up and thank you for the updates!!

 

[ChrisV]

As always, BEAUTIFUL work!!! It's turning out amazing! Keep it up and thank you for the updates!!

Thanks man!

 

[Nanu/Nanu]

Could you share the link for your recesses for your slimlines? You're not the only one

As always your work is top notch! I think you tire and wheel setup looks good!

 

[ChrisV]

Could you share the link for your recesses for your slimlines? You're not the only one

As always your work is top notch! I think you tire and wheel setup looks good!

Thanks man, Shadow trailers got them. It’s not on the site.

 

[Nanu/Nanu]

Thanks man, Shadow trailers got them. It’s not on the site.

Ahhhh sneaky little suckers! O
Thanks ill hit them up!

 

[02HoWaRd26]

I dig it all around the ride height wheels and tires all come together to make it look super good. And the extra height is hidden by the triple imho. I’d leave it a little high for ease of access on the road.

 

[Melloyellovector]

Looks great!!
note: the ladder / bumper, against capped boat, and even not capped boats, Don’t run down the road or put on trailer touching the rubber. It’s can and will crack the cap

 

[ChrisV]

Looks great!!
note: the ladder / bumper, against capped boat, and even not capped boats, Don’t run down the road or put on trailer touching the rubber. It’s can and will crack the cap

I’m adding a limit strap cause I didn’t want the rubber to leave marks on it. But thanks for the heads up. Didn’t think that would crack it. Thank you.

 

[82daytona]

I’m adding a limit strap cause I didn’t want the rubber to leave marks on it. But thanks for the heads up. Didn’t think that would crack it. Thank you.

Mine cracked and rubbed some flat spots in the fiberglass

 

[ChrisV]

Mine cracked and rubbed some flat spots in the fiberglass

Do you smack the bumpers pulling the boat in?

 

[NeedlesRat]

Put it on the trailer and leave a gap between the bumpers and boat. Imagine bouncing down the road and that rubber is constantly rubbing the cap. No bueno. I was surprised when I bought my boat that’s what I was told also. After seeing everyone else do the same with their ladders, it made sense and confirmed what I was told. I usually leave an inch off the bumpers and rub rail.

 

[Melloyellovector]

Do you smack the bumpers pulling the boat in?

dont use it like a “bumper” lol
if in contact when you retrieve, boat is flat in water trailer is tilted on ramp. As you pull out of water the boat pivots to match trailer angle. All that pressure on the nose. craaaaaack.

and if you dont have neutral safety switch, don’t start the boat in gear w a foot throttle with a lil blip. Because it will fly forward smash your kids fingers and crack the cap too. So Iv heard lol

 

[02HoWaRd26]

Do you smack the bumpers pulling the boat in?

He doesn’t but i do, i drive his boat more than he does!