How do I remove the body from the frame? 1971 Trillium 1300

[David Tilston]

Originally Posted by freddie b

I thought all Trilliums were built with trailing arm axles but yours has a leading arm axle like a Boler.
Does anyone know if the very early ones used these, or is it not the original axle?

Quite a few differences from the later models. The upward bend in the frame behind the axle is later replaced by two straight sections that overlap over the axle.
There also seem to be fewer cross members, but I am comparing it to a 4500.

[Spanke]

That does look quite a bit different than my 1978 1300 frame. The rack on the back was added by a PO.

[David Tilston]

Originally Posted by Spanke

That does look quite a bit different than my 1978 1300 frame. The rack on the back was added by a PO.

You seem to be missing the propane tank shelf.

[Spanke]

Originally Posted by David Tilston

You seem to be missing the propane tank shelf.

Good Eye! Yes, I removed it and had it reworked when I replaced the axle and the coupler.

Spanke

[Randy Bishop]

Originally Posted by Spanke

Good Eye! Yes, I removed it and had it reworked when I replaced the axle and the coupler.

Spanke

While you have the body off the frame you might want to add a front box like I did to carry folding chairs, lights,cookware and ect...Had the frame extended and frme built the hold the aluminum box its really paid for its self in my opion....The little pads welded on the side hold a frame that allows me to haul a canoe on top...

[Randy Bishop]

I have (2) 1300 Trilliums and you are correct the frames were made different on some year models..One of mine has a continuous frame curved to fit the step up like "colemine" while the other one has a 2 piece welded frame with a square step up like the one "Spanke" posted.....

[David Tilston]

Originally Posted by Randy Bishop

I have (2) 1300 Trilliums and you are correct the frames were made different on some year models..One of mine has a continuous frame curved to fit the step up like "colemine" while the other one has a 2 piece welded frame with a square step up like the one "Spanke" posted.....

What year is your curved frame?