Open Trailex for GT3
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I looked into renting a trailer prior to a 6 week cross country tour with my Speedster a few years back. The economics worked better by *buying* a steel trailer ($3K range). I sold the trailer one year later and lost approx. $800 net. Regarding my next trailer, I am personally debating going with Trailex Alum (luxury) versus steal again (good enough). I really like the weight of aluminum, though most SUVs today can pull 7700lbs so steel is less of a hinderance....
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IMO if you plan on keeping a trailer for any significant length of time (>1-2 years) you can't beat a Trailex based on economics, ergonomics or any other rationale analysis. A Trailex (open or enclosed) can be sold used for its original purchase price (ever wonder why used ones are so hard to find?). A steel trailer will depreciate (and deteriorate) rapidly. The retail price of the enclosed Trailex I have has gone up >$4K in the 2+ years I have had it. I trailer my cars ~6000 miles a year in every type of weather. For me the Trailex is a great example of the axiom "you get what you pay for."
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IMO if you plan on keeping a trailer for any significant length of time (>1-2 years) you can't beat a Trailex based on economics, ergonomics or any other rationale analysis. A Trailex (open or enclosed) can be sold used for its original purchase price (ever wonder why used ones are so hard to find?). A steel trailer will depreciate (and deteriorate) rapidly. The retail price of the enclosed Trailex I have has gone up >$4K in the 2+ years I have had it. I trailer my cars ~6000 miles a year in every type of weather. For me the Trailex is a great example of the axiom "you get what you pay for."
I appreciate your comments.
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I understand what you are saying. I confronted the same issues when I purchased my first trailer (a used steel United Expressline). I never really considered renting something (probably should have
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BTW- the Speedster is sweet. I am not a big convertible fan but that is one of my favs. Any pictures available?
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THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT COMMENTS, THIS IS CARL @ TRAILEX. THE 7541 IS OUR "911" TRAILER. WE HAVE DEVELOPED THIS UNIT OVER THE PAST 25 YEARS. IT IS THE PERFECT FIT FOR ALMOST ANY 911. SOME OF THE SUPER LOW CUP CARS, ETC MAY NEED SOME KIND OF EXTENSION. THIS IS RARE BUT AS OUR DEALER PRIMO MENTIONED WOOD WILL WORK.
CARL AT TRAILEX 800-282-5042 TRAILEX1@AOL.COM
PIC OF THE 7541 WITH PORSCHE. BELOW.
CARL AT TRAILEX 800-282-5042 TRAILEX1@AOL.COM
PIC OF THE 7541 WITH PORSCHE. BELOW.
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THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT COMMENTS, THIS IS CARL @ TRAILEX. THE 7541 IS OUR "911" TRAILER. WE HAVE DEVELOPED THIS UNIT OVER THE PAST 25 YEARS. IT IS THE PERFECT FIT FOR ALMOST ANY 911. SOME OF THE SUPER LOW CUP CARS, ETC MAY NEED SOME KIND OF EXTENSION. THIS IS RARE BUT AS OUR DEALER PRIMO MENTIONED WOOD WILL WORK.
CARL AT TRAILEX 800-282-5042 TRAILEX1@AOL.COM
PIC OF THE 7541 WITH PORSCHE. BELOW.
CARL AT TRAILEX 800-282-5042 TRAILEX1@AOL.COM
PIC OF THE 7541 WITH PORSCHE. BELOW.
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Looks great! My only concern would be getting rock chips on the front of your 911 from debris thrown up by the tow vehicle. I know that Trailex has the option for a deflector.... IMHO, the deflector is a no-brainer... But then again, if it is a track car - it will get scratched, dinged and pinged anyway!
(Gtreat picture btw - I want those two vehicles!)
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Blake-
I understand what you are saying. I confronted the same issues when I purchased my first trailer (a used steel United Expressline). I never really considered renting something (probably should have
). Once I realized I was going to make a long term commitment to track events I invested in the Trailex.
BTW- the Speedster is sweet. I am not a big convertible fan but that is one of my favs. Any pictures available?
Matt
I understand what you are saying. I confronted the same issues when I purchased my first trailer (a used steel United Expressline). I never really considered renting something (probably should have
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BTW- the Speedster is sweet. I am not a big convertible fan but that is one of my favs. Any pictures available?
Matt
https://rennlist.com/forums/964-forum/411072-post-photos-of-your-964-speedster.html
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I just went through this in January. I bought the 8045 from tip to tip its 20' 11''. i think the 7541 is like 19' the problem is that my 997 GT3 is like 73 inches wide at the rear tires. the 7541 ramps are 75 inches wide. so when you drive it on you have got to hit the mark. that was the big difference for me because the 8045 is 80'' wide so it gives you a little room to negotiate. Also i agree down side is that the 8045 is a big sucker difficult to store in most garages. Something i am currently planning around in my new two car garage project. Lastly, I did not confirm this to be an issue but one I would know about before I went with the 7541. Tongue wt is a big deal with your set up with the tow vehicle. the GT3 has to be more forward than most because if its rear engine, unless you back it on the trailer. you want to be sure you can get the right ratio on the trailer tongue wt so you have good pulling dynamics before you go with the shorter trailer and for sure you have adjustment room on the 8045. Thats my 2 cents.
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THANKS FOR ALL THE GREAT COMMENTS, THIS IS CARL @ TRAILEX. THE 7541 IS OUR "911" TRAILER. WE HAVE DEVELOPED THIS UNIT OVER THE PAST 25 YEARS. IT IS THE PERFECT FIT FOR ALMOST ANY 911. SOME OF THE SUPER LOW CUP CARS, ETC MAY NEED SOME KIND OF EXTENSION. THIS IS RARE BUT AS OUR DEALER PRIMO MENTIONED WOOD WILL WORK.
CARL AT TRAILEX 800-282-5042 TRAILEX1@AOL.COM
PIC OF THE 7541 WITH PORSCHE. BELOW.
CARL AT TRAILEX 800-282-5042 TRAILEX1@AOL.COM
PIC OF THE 7541 WITH PORSCHE. BELOW.
Thanks for the great pictures. Snug but definitely fits! Will the air dam fit on as well?
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Looks great! My only concern would be getting rock chips on the front of your 911 from debris thrown up by the tow vehicle. I know that Trailex has the option for a deflector.... IMHO, the deflector is a no-brainer... But then again, if it is a track car - it will get scratched, dinged and pinged anyway!
(Gtreat picture btw - I want those two vehicles!)
-Blake![Wink](https://rennlist.com/forums/images/smilies/wink.gif)
(Gtreat picture btw - I want those two vehicles!)
-Blake
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if you are buying an open trailer go with the size that accommodates all types of cars so if you decide to sell it later (to upgrade to enclosed) the market will be bigger than just the 911 crowd.
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I'm trying to decide what is the right Trailex open trailer for my 08 GT3. Ken at Trailex said the CT-7541 (75" wide x 153" long plus the front triangle) is most popular with 911 guys but after measuring the car (71" wide x 176" long) it seems too little. The car is wide in front of the wheels and I think it will hit the optional air dam on the trailer. Does anyone have experience with this combination? The next size up, CT-8045, (80-1/4" x 176" long plus the front triangle) is obviously plenty big. The bigger model also has 11' vs. 9' ramps which must be a plus with the low chin spoiler. Also, does anybody have any experience with Trailex's new line of welded trailers?
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