Need opinions on a trailer setup
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Yeah, I went thru the same logic... It's a close call. storage around here is more like 100 bucks a month, and the closest place is the same u-haul location where I would rent a trailer to begin with. $1200 per year on top of the trailer purchase for an option that shares some of the same trailer rental hassles just doesn't feel right.
I'd just be really nervous about paying extra for a custom trailer, then when you realize you want an enclosed trailer you'll have trouble selling it
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Why a dovetail? You highlight 2 big issues with the trailer abd your car - the rear wheels are on the dovetail and the ramps might not be long enough. You can solve both with a change to the type of trailer you plan to buy. I had an 18' open ('cause space didn't matter) that had 11' pull out ramps for a very low car. It would seem a 16' version of a flat car hauler with longer ramps would suit your needs.
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Why a dovetail? You highlight 2 big issues with the trailer abd your car - the rear wheels are on the dovetail and the ramps might not be long enough. You can solve both with a change to the type of trailer you plan to buy. I had an 18' open ('cause space didn't matter) that had 11' pull out ramps for a very low car. It would seem a 16' version of a flat car hauler with longer ramps would suit your needs.
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That is correct. My GT3 sat about a foot farther forward (than my Carrera did) on the trailer to get the proper tongue weight. That put it about an inch from the trailer box.
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Larry Herman
2016 Ford Transit Connect Titanium LWB
2018 Tesla Model 3 - Electricity can be fun!
Retired Club Racer & National PCA Instructor
Past Flames:
1994 RS America Club Racer
2004 GT3 Track Car
1984 911 Carrera Club Racer
1974 914/4 2.0 Track Car
CLICK HERE to see some of my ancient racing videos.