CMP tail gate hinges

[Grant Bowker]

When I was looking for heavy gauge tube/pipe for the stationary part of the hinge on the trailer body I realized there is an alternate approximation of the hinge possible. You could weld a suitable length of pipe to your flat strap, dress the weld and not have a terrible representation without any bending. The pipe I found suitable was 1/2" schedule 80. The schedule 80 has heavier walls than the common schedule 40 so is both stiffer and a better fit on 1/2" rod. I haven't made any hinges this way but photos show the idea and the fit of rod within pipe.