Need assistance to identify maker

59Thompson

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Good morning. Am trying to identify the manufacturer of this tubular, welded, tandem trailer I purchased via bill of sale here in Ohio. It uses 3/4" spade bolts to support both the rollers and bunks. I've blasted the 13" wheels and will be painting them next. Thanks in advance for your help in identifying the maker.
 

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JimS123

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Newer trailers have all the info on a sticker. If its an older one, the SN will be embossed somewhere on the frame. If all else fails, the title will tell the story, as will the previous registration.

Your looks quite generic, so there is no particular design feature that would make it stand out.

I don't know about OH, but in many places it would be a lawn ornament without paperwork.
 

59Thompson

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Hi Jim, In Ohio, it can be registered as a home built or even by brand without a VIN or titled. The feature that makes it unique is the use of spade 3/4" spade bolts for bunk and roller support as pictured hence I thought one of the seasoned sailors here might recognize the brand. I'm estimating it as 1980s vintage.
 
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