Need some insight from Renegade owners

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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · 5 mo ago

Hi, I'm Robert and a new member who currently owns 2012 Wrangler Sahara and I also build overland trailers at Brahma Trailer here in SW Florida.
I am thinking of building an ultra light overland trailer for Renegade owners that is light enough to be taken off and on road comfortably.
So, what would be the mot important things for a Renegade owner for this type trailer? Our current builds have things like on board water, hot water heaters, shower awnings, regular awnings, refrigerators, solar, ect. so I guess what I'm asking is what would be important features for you.

Thank you for any feed back you can give me.
Robert Ferguson
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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · #6 · 5 mo ago

Ops said:
at least 6'5" for a bed, insulated to 32F or lower solar opportunity. , spare tire options, generator or propane. small fridge. storage options. non popup top

Thanks for getting back to me on this. Your input is exactly what I'm looking for before laying out the plans for the prototype. How would feel about a dual fuel generator? One that runs on both gas and propane. I'm considering an all aluminum build using aluminum composite to skin the aluminum frame and using only steel in the hitch area given that the towing capacity is between 1700 and 2000lbs How do you feel about roof to tents?

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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · #7 · 5 mo ago

Nev said:
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Thats sweet!

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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · #10 · 5 mo ago

Ops said:
ner used a roof top tent. weight issues and durability. a enclosed camper would be safer and more sturdy if you ran a dual fuel generator you have to make it exterior sealed so no fumes. would rather see an electric generator. like a jackery though ive never used one. propane be good for cooking,

Easy enough, and unless its equipped with AC you really don't need a generator. On board power is an easy solution even with a small lithium battery bank and solar to save space. I have a quick disconnect propane setup on my current model where the cooktop, fire pit and, tankless hot water heater can be hooked up if that's something you would like to see which leads to my next question: On board water? From a weight stand point could do 5 or 10 gallons mounted in frame rails and insulated.

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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · #11 · 5 mo ago

BrahmaTrailerFL said:
Easy enough, and unless its equipped with AC you really don't need a generator. On board power is an easy solution even with a small lithium battery bank and solar to save space. I have a quick disconnect propane setup on my current model where the cooktop, fire pit and, tankless hot water heater can be hooked up if that's something you would like to see which leads to my next question: On board water? From a weight stand point could do 5 or 10 gallons mounted in frame rails and insulated.

Can definitely do enclosed

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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · #12 · 5 mo ago

Ops said:
Handmade Teardrop Adventure Camper Overland Trailer - Etsy

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Nice!

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BrahmaTrailerFL

Discussion Starter · #13 · 5 mo ago

Ops said:
Handmade Teardrop Adventure Camper Overland Trailer - Etsy

This Coolers item by TNPepperSeed has 1539 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from College Grove, TN. Listed on Mar 29, 2023

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Not a big fan of the sprung axles, plywood construction, and steel frame due to the weight constraints of the Renegade. I have a teardrop that is similar and weighs 1,300lbs empty but by the time I load it up with twin 20lb propane bottles, fridge, food, camera equipment, water, clothing, and other gear its grossing about 2200lbs so hoping to get create one under 1000lbs equipped. I'm thinking of using ACM ( aluminum composite panels ) aluminum frame, Tibren axles for clearance, and probably inch foam insulation with FRP on the interior. I think I can shave off a few hundred pounds and retain frame strength.
Thoughts?

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