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On Oct 28, 6:10 pm, "Steve B" wrote:

My question is what is the best way to approximate the new carrying
capacity
so that I know how high to make the rails, and use that as an indicator of
when the trailer is loaded? ...

-...But if it were me, I would make the
-rails higher than what is necessary for hauling wood. That way the
-trailer is suitable for hauling lighter things such as taking leaves
-to the dump. The tires might give you a good idea of how much weight
-the trailer can haul.
- Dan

I'd make the steel rail sides low like a construction trailer and provide
stake pockets so he can choose the wooden side height, and be responsible
for the consequences.