Recommendations for Converting a Barn Trailer Door to a Ramp Door
Question:
I have an old Wlls Cargo enclosed trailer that has a single barn door at the back and I would like to convert it to a ramp door? What parts do I need? Thanks
asked by: Nea T
Expert Reply:
To convert your barn door on your Wells Cargo enclosed trailer to a ramp door I would recommend you use the Universal Cam-Door Lock for Enclosed Trailers # 383200 that you referenced as well as a 3/4 diameter pipe that you will need to get from a hardware store.
For a hinge mechanism, if the current hinges you have are not adequate, I would recommend you get three 1/2 inch Diameter Greasable Hinge Pins # HP12412G to use as door hinges.
You might also be interested in purchasing a Ramp Spring # RS16933LH to help in raising and lowering the door.
Since the door was not originally designed to be used as a ramp you will most likely need to reinforce the door also. Vertical reinforcements in the door would help strengthen the door for when the ramp has weight on it
Products Referenced in This Question
1/2" Diameter Greasable Hinge Pin, 4-3/4" Long with 3/4" Base
- Trailer Door Hinges
- Hinge Pin
- Build Your Own Hinge
- Greasable Pin
- 4-3/4 Inch Long
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- Weld-On
- Redline
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Cam-Action Lockable Door Latch for Small Trailers and Trucks - Zinc Plated Steel
- Trailer Door Latch
- Latches
- Cam Door Latch
- Steel
- Lock Not Included
- 5-1/8 Inch Long
- 1 Inch Wide
- Polar Hardware
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