Redneck Huntin Wagon

[wyoming556]

Here is a spring project I have going. I'm converting a cab off an ambulance into my camper for this hunting season. I got so tired of packing and unpacking gear everytime I moved and keeping it all organized was tough. Last year I used a range tent and by the time I had my guns, bows, ice chests, tent, dog, etc... the truck was completely full. I'm hoping with all the storage on the ambulance I should be able to keep everything organized and easy to access when needed and not have to spend time packing and unpacking my stuff everytime I change spots.

I started by building a steel frame from square tubing and bolted that to the ambulance cab. I then mounted a 7,000 torsion ride axle with brakes. I used this 7,000 pound axle so the wheels/tires for my truck will match and will have plenty of capacity to handle some off road driving.

The ambulance cab is solid aluminum and is extremely tough. The unit has lots of storage. All of the hinges and latches are commercial duty. My Cabelas outfitter XL cot fits perfectly where the stretcher sat and with a few modifications I think I can make it work for hunting purposes.

I am still plannin on adding a aerodynamic front storage area, inverter, generator, rear bumper, etc.. The hardest part is going to be figring out the wiring so I can use all the lights.

I figured you might get a kick out of something so stupid only I would try doing it.

 

[cur dog]

Nothing stupid about that. It looks like the ultimate personal hunting rig. I was having a tough time envisioning it. Now that I see the pictures, it looks like the cats meow. Keep the pictures coming.

 

[warmer]

Best get rid of the decals, your local law might not care, but you best not get caught pulling down the road in SD with that id on the side.

 

[elk_hunter]

Cool project! Keep the pics coming so we can see how you deck it out!

 

[wyoming556]

Best get rid of the decals, your local law might not care, but you best not get caught pulling down the road in SD with that id on the side.

Damm, I was going to leave it and go Cannonball run style from hunting spot to hunting spot in a hurry.


Propably a good idea. It's amazing what you can get away with in Oklahoma. They don't even tag trailers unless they are commercial. While most states are instituting emissions checks on cars oklahoma quit doing vehicle inspections all together. It's amazing the uninsured POS cars there are driving around here that would never pass inspection in other states.

 

[MuddyBull]

Great idea and I can't wait to see the final results!

 

[DRAFTSTUD]

Great Idea. Two words............Camo Wrap! John

 

[sweetnectar]

I love it!

 

[1_pointer]

That's pretty slick! If you can get all the lights to work that would ROCK!

 

[174in]

Nice meat wagon!

 

[snite66]

Looks like you got it lined out, the axle looks great. That thing would make any hunt easier.

 

[Basser]

I agree with the idea of getting the lights to run for you....could get to your hunting spots in a hurry.

That's a cool project and I'm always jealous of you guys that have the ability to do such things.

 

[elk_hunter]

If you can get all the lights to work that would ROCK!

Only because you'd want to join him for a disco party - but that's cool.

 

[1_pointer]

Given enough libations, I can make John Travolta weep at my prowess...

 

[wyoming556]

Here are some updated pics of the wagon. Just working on the front storage area right now. This is where the propane, coolers, etc will be stored. So far so good, it pulls really easy and the brakes are really nice so the trailer doesn't push the truck when stopping.

 

[Gunner46]

oH He&& nO ! Where is the Beer Keg ? No bumper stickers ? And, Dude .....Tailer hitch commode !

Some SEIROUS designs flaws !

 

[trevore]

Looking good! Keep us posted.

 

[highmountian]

Great job n it even matches the truck!

 

[Dinkshooter]

Is the tongue of the trailer long enough to turn with that storage part on it? Looks like you are gonna crush the end of your truck when you turn to sharp.

 

[wyoming556]

Gunner,

It's not done yet. Still time to make adjustments. What's a trailer hitch commode?

I was thinking of just cutting a hole in the floor of the storage area for a bathroom. I figured if somebody said something about the pile of $h!t under the trailer I'd just blame it on my dog. LOL.

Dink,
Thanks for looking out for me. I matched the hitch dimensions of my other trailer so unless I screwed something up it should be good. I'll propably go remeasure now that you said something.