More advice on utility trailers
05-28-2009, 01:58 PM
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More advice on utility trailers
Hi All,
I am looking to pull a utility trailer behind my 986 and possibly behind my 997 (if that car starts to see track time down the line).
I spoke with Trailex about their lightweight Tire Toter which is a really nice option but the shipping cost to MA will be prohibitive (700 bucks!).
I know many people use Harbor Freight and I've gotten some nice pics from BXSTRBOB.
I basically want to be able to carry 4 tires and my basic tools. I figure I can use the car's trunk space for personal belongings and food etc.
This is an interesting trailer from HF which has a 55x35" space with galvanized steel sides. The rear side is removable. It holds 800 lbs and is 350 bucks. It has 8" wheels which is not great.
This one seems popular with the DE crown and is 40x50" with a steel deck. It has 12" wheels and is 280 bucks. I would need to fabricate some means of strapping on tires. I would imagine mounting a tool box would be easy enough.
What do you guys think?
I am looking to pull a utility trailer behind my 986 and possibly behind my 997 (if that car starts to see track time down the line).
I spoke with Trailex about their lightweight Tire Toter which is a really nice option but the shipping cost to MA will be prohibitive (700 bucks!).
I know many people use Harbor Freight and I've gotten some nice pics from BXSTRBOB.
I basically want to be able to carry 4 tires and my basic tools. I figure I can use the car's trunk space for personal belongings and food etc.
This is an interesting trailer from HF which has a 55x35" space with galvanized steel sides. The rear side is removable. It holds 800 lbs and is 350 bucks. It has 8" wheels which is not great.
This one seems popular with the DE crown and is 40x50" with a steel deck. It has 12" wheels and is 280 bucks. I would need to fabricate some means of strapping on tires. I would imagine mounting a tool box would be easy enough.
What do you guys think?
05-28-2009, 02:26 PM
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Dave,
If you can, head out to Atlantic Coast Trailers, Rte 20, Charlton MA
www.actrailers.com
They have every trailer, from $500K stackers down to utility trailers.
They are all also racers, so they know trailers and towing. Very nice and knowledgeable guys. Excellent service department (for hitches, brake controllers, trailer service, etc).
Last time I was there, they had aluminum utility trailers (I like aluminum..light, no rust, excellent value and resale)
If you can, head out to Atlantic Coast Trailers, Rte 20, Charlton MA
www.actrailers.com
They have every trailer, from $500K stackers down to utility trailers.
They are all also racers, so they know trailers and towing. Very nice and knowledgeable guys. Excellent service department (for hitches, brake controllers, trailer service, etc).
Last time I was there, they had aluminum utility trailers (I like aluminum..light, no rust, excellent value and resale)
05-28-2009, 02:34 PM
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Dave,
If you can, head out to Atlantic Coast Trailers, Rte 20, Charlton MA
www.actrailers.com
They have every trailer, from $500K stackers down to utility trailers.
They are all also racers, so they know trailers and towing. Very nice and knowledgeable guys. Excellent service department (for hitches, brake controllers, trailer service, etc).
Last time I was there, they had aluminum utility trailers (I like aluminum..light, no rust, excellent value and resale)
If you can, head out to Atlantic Coast Trailers, Rte 20, Charlton MA
www.actrailers.com
They have every trailer, from $500K stackers down to utility trailers.
They are all also racers, so they know trailers and towing. Very nice and knowledgeable guys. Excellent service department (for hitches, brake controllers, trailer service, etc).
Last time I was there, they had aluminum utility trailers (I like aluminum..light, no rust, excellent value and resale)
Thanks, I will definitely give them a call.
05-28-2009, 03:32 PM
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Dave,
I am considering a utility trailer as well and have found the selection limited. I have spoken to a number of guys that have HB trailers and are happy with them. I just saw one with the 12" wheels this past weekend and it seems to be decent. I did hear that you can order these with better wheel bearings but I have yet to confirm this. I myself like 40X50 the larger wheels and an open deck. This size allows you to either stack or keep your tires in one line. The standard size storage boxes also seem to fit well. My biggest concern is are these really made for highway speeds for long periods of time? I have yet to figure this one out.
I have the name of a company that makes hitches specifically for Porsche's. The name is on my other computer at home so I will let you know the name shortly. Do you have a source for the hitch yet?
Tom
I am considering a utility trailer as well and have found the selection limited. I have spoken to a number of guys that have HB trailers and are happy with them. I just saw one with the 12" wheels this past weekend and it seems to be decent. I did hear that you can order these with better wheel bearings but I have yet to confirm this. I myself like 40X50 the larger wheels and an open deck. This size allows you to either stack or keep your tires in one line. The standard size storage boxes also seem to fit well. My biggest concern is are these really made for highway speeds for long periods of time? I have yet to figure this one out.
I have the name of a company that makes hitches specifically for Porsche's. The name is on my other computer at home so I will let you know the name shortly. Do you have a source for the hitch yet?
Tom
05-28-2009, 03:42 PM
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Dave,
I am considering a utility trailer as well and have found the selection limited. I have spoken to a number of guys that have HB trailers and are happy with them. I just saw one with the 12" wheels this past weekend and it seems to be decent. I did hear that you can order these with better wheel bearings but I have yet to confirm this. I myself like 40X50 the larger wheels and an open deck. This size allows you to either stack or keep your tires in one line. The standard size storage boxes also seem to fit well. My biggest concern is are these really made for highway speeds for long periods of time? I have yet to figure this one out.
I have the name of a company that makes hitches specifically for Porsche's. The name is on my other computer at home so I will let you know the name shortly. Do you have a source for the hitch yet?
Tom
I am considering a utility trailer as well and have found the selection limited. I have spoken to a number of guys that have HB trailers and are happy with them. I just saw one with the 12" wheels this past weekend and it seems to be decent. I did hear that you can order these with better wheel bearings but I have yet to confirm this. I myself like 40X50 the larger wheels and an open deck. This size allows you to either stack or keep your tires in one line. The standard size storage boxes also seem to fit well. My biggest concern is are these really made for highway speeds for long periods of time? I have yet to figure this one out.
I have the name of a company that makes hitches specifically for Porsche's. The name is on my other computer at home so I will let you know the name shortly. Do you have a source for the hitch yet?
Tom
This is the company that makes the hitch that hides behind the license plate a la James Bond.
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05-28-2009, 05:01 PM
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Dave,
Check out the classifieds on NCR website - www.ncr-pca.org - member is selling tire trailer (and maybe the hitch) that he used behind his Boxster..... I think it's in Mass ! Like $300 for the trailer and $ 100 for hitch.....
Check out the classifieds on NCR website - www.ncr-pca.org - member is selling tire trailer (and maybe the hitch) that he used behind his Boxster..... I think it's in Mass ! Like $300 for the trailer and $ 100 for hitch.....
05-28-2009, 05:22 PM
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Dave,
Check out the classifieds on NCR website - www.ncr-pca.org - member is selling tire trailer (and maybe the hitch) that he used behind his Boxster..... I think it's in Mass ! Like $300 for the trailer and $ 100 for hitch.....
Check out the classifieds on NCR website - www.ncr-pca.org - member is selling tire trailer (and maybe the hitch) that he used behind his Boxster..... I think it's in Mass ! Like $300 for the trailer and $ 100 for hitch.....
05-28-2009, 06:49 PM
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Dave,
You may want to take a look at this utility trailer...tires on top, everything else stored underneath, locked up and secure.
Keeps everything out of your car.
http://www.snoprotrailers.com/model....D=7&ModelID=21
http://www.snoprotrailers.com/slides...eryImageID=436
http://www.snoprotrailers.com/slides...eryImageID=437
You may want to take a look at this utility trailer...tires on top, everything else stored underneath, locked up and secure.
Keeps everything out of your car.
http://www.snoprotrailers.com/model....D=7&ModelID=21
http://www.snoprotrailers.com/slides...eryImageID=436
http://www.snoprotrailers.com/slides...eryImageID=437
05-28-2009, 07:01 PM
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Thanks for the research Lewis!
That SnoPro one is kinda cool and I think it would be easy enough to adapt the racks for carrying tires. I think the DIY on that turbo looks like the Harbor Freight.
Decisions, decisions.
I agree that Southsport is really nice,....I haven't been able to find one though.
That SnoPro one is kinda cool and I think it would be easy enough to adapt the racks for carrying tires. I think the DIY on that turbo looks like the Harbor Freight.
Decisions, decisions.
I agree that Southsport is really nice,....I haven't been able to find one though.
05-28-2009, 07:06 PM
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The SnoPro (actually Cargopro which was Thule...same company in Maine) is a nice unit. Yes, it is a simple matter of fitting a tire rack to the top racks. The security of having everything locked inside is also nice. It's aluminum, so no issues with tongue weight/towing.
Dave and the guys at Atlantic Coast can take care of it (they are the largest Cargopro trailer dealer in the US) and delivery from Maine is fast and cheap.
One word on the DIY's...talk to your insurance company first. You are liable if something falls off (tire rack, toolbox, etc) while towing.
I had a Southsport unit for a short time, it was sold and replaced with a 24' aluminum enclosed trailer....you know, the whole slippery slope thing.
(worked out OK, since the trailer was used for my son's karting programme...it was nice having a large trailer to work inside, especially when its raining).
If I do stumble across one for sale, I'll pass it along to you.
Dave and the guys at Atlantic Coast can take care of it (they are the largest Cargopro trailer dealer in the US) and delivery from Maine is fast and cheap.
One word on the DIY's...talk to your insurance company first. You are liable if something falls off (tire rack, toolbox, etc) while towing.
I had a Southsport unit for a short time, it was sold and replaced with a 24' aluminum enclosed trailer....you know, the whole slippery slope thing.
(worked out OK, since the trailer was used for my son's karting programme...it was nice having a large trailer to work inside, especially when its raining).
If I do stumble across one for sale, I'll pass it along to you.