The rear spring shackles on the M416 are not very durable and they have a tendency to bend. There is any easy replacement that fixes this problem. I ordered replacement shackles for an early build jeep that add about 3/4″ lift as well as strengthen the build. The replacement was an easy 20 minute job.…
Expedition Trailer
The M416 trailer has been modified for use as an off-road expedition trailer.
Expedition Trailer
M-416 Trailer Wheel Spacers
by tomas •
Our M-416 Military trailer is a continued work in progress. The project yesterday was to add wheel spacers to the axle. With the 295/17-17 tires mounted on the trailer I was having a problem with the tires rubbing on the trailer tub. I chose to add All Pro Off Road Toyota wheel spacers to move…
Expedition Trailer
M416 Spring Replacement
by tomas •
I use my M416 exclusively as an off road adventure trailer. I have found the original springs to be a little stiff. To rectify this I ordered 8 leaf springs from JC Whitney and performed a quick swap. The springs are for the front of a CJ3 jeep. I also replace the shackle bolts at…
Expedition Trailer
M416 Fender Modification for Larger Tires
by tomas •
For our adventure travels I run the same tires and rims on our M416 trailer as on the FJ. With the larger 295 tires additional fender clearance was needed as well as additional width. The M416 fenders have a lip that is about 1.25 inches that adds additional strength. By cutting this lip off I…
Expedition Trailer, Expedition Travel
New RoofTop Tent – Ezi-Awn T-Top 1800 First Look
by tomas •
I finally received our new rooftop tent. The ARB tent was not large enough for 3 people so we are upgrading to a Ezi Awn T-Top 1800 RoofTop Tent. The 1800 is going to give us and additional 17 inches in width which will allow the 3 of us to have enough room to sleep.…