Wheel house question.

[Jimmy from Cottage Grove]

Hey guys. I am going to be in the market for a wheelhouse next year. What kind of things should I look for before buying one. I was thinking somewhere in the 8 by 18 range. Is that too big to pull with a atv? I was also wondering what kind of theft systems are on these? I have a friend that tells me not to get one, because they are so easy to steal. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.

[waskawood]

The one that I bought is no longer being made but had some nice ideas. He used web winch to lower-raise the wheels. The winch was made so that you moved to operate each wheel and then take it home with you. He also had a removable tongue so that it couldn't be hooked to another hitch. Mine had paneling up half way and then white sheeting that made the house much brighter. For the floor he had a sheet of plywood then a sheet of 1 inch foam insulation and then another sheet of plywood. It is a warm floor and the mice can't get at the insulation. Catch covers are a must. Lighting, I put a little light over each hole. Vented heater is a must for me. Wired for AC and DC power. I also added a gas light just in case I was on a trip and my battery went dead. Storage for coats and all your other "stuff". I put a dead bolt on for added security but if they want in they will get in. A four wheeler will pull that size house but will depend on snow depth. You would also want to check your tongue weight. Good luck and enjoy.

[hugonian1]

Jimmy,

I think, hands down, the frame is the most important place to start. Don't get caught up in the bells and whistles ahead of a good foundation. My first wheelhouse did not have a good frame and it was a nightmare. Good luck.

[Jimmy from Cottage Grove]

How are the Ice castle ones?

[dewey1980]

I have a ice castle and love it,i like the new ice castle with the smooth siding mine is 4 years old and cost wise best value for the money.

[The_King48]

I just bought a 8.5 x 16 this past summer... I've been out 4 times now to LOTW and love it. I leave it up there since its a pain in you know what to pull... I have a diesel and I couldn't believe my gas mileage, or lack there of. A ATV will pull it our fine, on a plowed road. Once you get off a plowed road your in trouble... I bought a Ice Castle by the way. I just put a lock on my tounge. I am curious to see what everybody else uses for theft protection???

[Lip_Ripper Guy]

Is that a V-Nose?

[The_King48]

Yes... V-Nose