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I want a cool boat hauler too...

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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.

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I was able to get the vehicle for free.

And with a little work adding a 1 7/8" ball .......


Viola!



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It even has an awesome 6 speed tranny..
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Hey.. It works.
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You need some chrome pipes.
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Post by Ceasar Choppy »

LOL! "Doollies" wouldn't hurt either.
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Post by Zach »

Excellent work!

It is amazing what a little lawn tractor can do... just not so good at pulling heavy stuff up hill. (Grin)
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Post by Allen »

This reminds me of the time I referred to Tim's little tractor as a riding mower and was soundly advised it was a "GARDEN TRACTOR". Never cast aspersions on a man's tractor. :D
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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.
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I can see it hanging off the davits now.

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It's tough to beat a good farm tractor for getting work done.

I can see it hanging in the davits now.

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Post by Figment »

ok, I'll ask. What the heck is that boat?

Tractors are fun. Ever play polo?
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Post by Allen »

Ok, you ask for it, hot rod garden tractors... http://www.americanminipuller.com/

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Post by cantstopnow »

ok, I'll ask. What the heck is that boat?

It is the hull of the com-pac 16 that I am re-doing.
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