I have one of those tractor-supply $300 no-floor 4x8 trailers, angle- iron frame rails, no railing or secondary structure except angle-iron cross-rails.
I have decided to not drill the frame, attached the bed with bolts just next to the frame and used oversize washers.
What I would like to do is add some hooks and/or eyes for tying things down, but thought I'd sample some opinions before breaking out the welding equip.
The frame is welded (god, what horrible welds), so I'm not too worried, but what would weaken the frame the least, if at all- Brazing? O/A welding? The trusty MIG?
I know with any joint, using any of the above methods, the joint is stronger than the base material, but I'm less sure about welding a fitting onto the frame somewhere.
Thx-
Dave