CLASS RACER FORUM - View Single Post - Need your opinion on this enclosed trailer.

Jerry Hatch · 12-05-2010, 11:48 PM

Two major considerations for a trailer like that: If your car weight is in the 3,300 + area, and I'd feel safe in guessing that trailer weighs 3,500 to 3,700, you're already close to exceeding the recommended GVW of the trailer axles. Are you allowing for tool boxes, generators, fuel etc? I've seen far too many wheel bearing/tire failures under those conditions. Another thing to look for on the older landscape/utility trailers is I've seen some with the frame floor joists 24" on center with plywood floors. I wouldn't even consider anything less than 16" on center. Just a couple recommendations, good luck with your shopping/purchase.

12-05-2010, 11:48 PM	#5
Jerry Hatch Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Lubec, Maine Posts: 72 Likes: 7 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Need your opinion on this enclosed trailer. Two major considerations for a trailer like that: If your car weight is in the 3,300 + area, and I'd feel safe in guessing that trailer weighs 3,500 to 3,700, you're already close to exceeding the recommended GVW of the trailer axles. Are you allowing for tool boxes, generators, fuel etc? I've seen far too many wheel bearing/tire failures under those conditions. Another thing to look for on the older landscape/utility trailers is I've seen some with the frame floor joists 24" on center with plywood floors. I wouldn't even consider anything less than 16" on center. Just a couple recommendations, good luck with your shopping/purchase. __________________ In God I trust.