Small Modification of a Utility Trailer

After purchasing a utility trailer several months ago, I realized that it needed to be tweaked to better serve my needs. Because it has higher sides it did not allow you to use a tie down strap to secure your load when hauling equipment. Also, the tailgate had some slop in the pin connection between the body of the trailer and the gate. The gate slides to one side or the other after it is opened and does not line up correctly when closing. So I broke out the plasma cutter and the welder and decided to go to work.