Spartenette Tandem 1950 replacement of the hitch - Good Old RVs2024-03-28T11:27:20Zhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/forum/topics/spartenette-tandem-1950-replacement-of-the-hitch?xg_source=activity&feed=yes&xn_auth=nothere are 2 basic designs on…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-03-06:2093474:Comment:3302322018-03-06T15:19:53.803Zdavid crafthttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/davidcraft
<p>there are 2 basic designs on the a frame/frame connection. the “deck over” that Mike has illustrated and a “through deck” design with the a frame integral in the frame. I would modify to a deck over design as I believe that to be easier and stronger in the long run. Maybe do an “axle swap” if necessary to raise the body unless you wanted to keep it period correct and not modify height.</p>
<p>there are 2 basic designs on the a frame/frame connection. the “deck over” that Mike has illustrated and a “through deck” design with the a frame integral in the frame. I would modify to a deck over design as I believe that to be easier and stronger in the long run. Maybe do an “axle swap” if necessary to raise the body unless you wanted to keep it period correct and not modify height.</p> if the trailer doesn't have b…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-13:2093474:Comment:3292242018-02-13T22:54:51.018Zrichard nancehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/richardnance
<p>if the trailer doesn't have brakes installed you might get that brake system where rearward pressure on the hitch forces fluid into the brakes.</p>
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<p>i haven't used this but i like the idea.</p>
<p>if the trailer doesn't have brakes installed you might get that brake system where rearward pressure on the hitch forces fluid into the brakes.</p>
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<p>i haven't used this but i like the idea.</p> Edit: That should have read "…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-12:2093474:Comment:3292152018-02-12T14:32:50.214ZMikehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/Mike587
<p>Edit: That should have read "lets" as in notches or pockets. I didn't catch the aotocorrect </p>
<p>Edit: That should have read "lets" as in notches or pockets. I didn't catch the aotocorrect </p> Mike, You dont steal on the i…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-12:2093474:Comment:3293092018-02-12T04:25:18.960Zpostmanhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/postman
<p>Mike, You dont steal on the internet you "LEECH"!</p>
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<p>I've seen crushed beer cans in better shape. <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">A good reminder make sure your ball hitch is closed and safety chains attached,</span></strong> cuz the driver looked in the rear view mirror to see it passing him.</p>
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<p>Mike, You dont steal on the internet you "LEECH"!</p>
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<p>I've seen crushed beer cans in better shape. <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">A good reminder make sure your ball hitch is closed and safety chains attached,</span></strong> cuz the driver looked in the rear view mirror to see it passing him.</p>
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<p></p> I stole this image from Goo…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-12:2093474:Comment:3292142018-02-12T03:31:38.852ZMikehttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/Mike587
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300946219?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300946219?profile=original" width="300"></img></a></p>
<p>I stole this image from Google to show how the A frame let's back into the cross members.</p>
<p>I personally would fabricate a new A frame and weld it in...but I have welders and a warehouse to mess around in....and a couple months of down time each winter.</p>
<p>To get it home, you'd best find a company with a roll back wrecker.</p>
<p>The materials would cost…</p>
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<p>I stole this image from Google to show how the A frame let's back into the cross members.</p>
<p>I personally would fabricate a new A frame and weld it in...but I have welders and a warehouse to mess around in....and a couple months of down time each winter.</p>
<p>To get it home, you'd best find a company with a roll back wrecker.</p>
<p>The materials would cost you $150 maybe, but the cutting, cleaning, fabrication and welding would be expensive if you couldn't do it yourself.</p>
<p>Pretty amazing how concrete disintegrates steel over time</p> I would worry about it pullin…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-12:2093474:Comment:3292132018-02-12T01:44:11.209Zpostmanhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/postman
<p>I would worry about it pulling straight even after repair.</p>
<p>I would worry about it pulling straight even after repair.</p> As you can see the tongue is…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-12:2093474:Comment:3292122018-02-12T00:42:14.918ZLisa Dowdhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/LisaDowd
<p>As you can see the tongue is a compete goner. But the bottom frame is still straight, but the three pieces of frame under the front window are bent. </p>
<p>As you can see the tongue is a compete goner. But the bottom frame is still straight, but the three pieces of frame under the front window are bent. </p> tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-12:2093474:Comment:3294672018-02-12T00:39:53.173ZLisa Dowdhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/LisaDowd
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300946398?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300946398?profile=original" width="640"></img></a> <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300947523?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300947523?profile=original" width="640"></img></a> <a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300948377?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300948377?profile=original" width="640"></img></a></p>
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300946398?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300946398?profile=original" width="640" class="align-full"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300947523?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300947523?profile=original" width="640" class="align-full"></a><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300948377?profile=original" target="_self"><img src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/300948377?profile=original" width="640" class="align-full"></a></p> I googled spartanette and saw…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-09:2093474:Comment:3294332018-02-09T03:45:26.830Zpostmanhttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/postman
<p>I googled spartanette and saw pictures of that era. It appears there is a front cross-member. I am guessing, but the pictures suggest a 7 foot width. The frame rails left and right run the length. So if that front cross member is straight and not bent then the "tongue" looked like it was 6" x 1/4"(C) channel steel. Good Luck, there are still a few of 'em out there so thats a plus.</p>
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<p>I googled spartanette and saw pictures of that era. It appears there is a front cross-member. I am guessing, but the pictures suggest a 7 foot width. The frame rails left and right run the length. So if that front cross member is straight and not bent then the "tongue" looked like it was 6" x 1/4"(C) channel steel. Good Luck, there are still a few of 'em out there so thats a plus.</p>
<p></p> A tow company with a roll ba…tag:goodoldrvs.ning.com,2018-02-09:2093474:Comment:3291952018-02-09T01:48:39.209ZRich Thomashttps://goodoldrvs.ning.com/profile/RichThomas
<p> A tow company with a roll back flat bed may be in order or look for a welder to inspect it and or, make the repair/ replacement to get it off the other peoples property. A lot of times you can find complete tongs at scrap yards or possibly an RV dealer may have some parts or a good lead on who in the area can help you out. Good luck with your project.</p>
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<p> A tow company with a roll back flat bed may be in order or look for a welder to inspect it and or, make the repair/ replacement to get it off the other peoples property. A lot of times you can find complete tongs at scrap yards or possibly an RV dealer may have some parts or a good lead on who in the area can help you out. Good luck with your project.</p>
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