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Old 07-28-2013, 10:17 PM
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Default Featherlite 28.... should I?

Currently have a 20' Featherlite enclosed. Getting a wee bit cramped for race weekends.

Have a line on a cherry 28' with 7' height (standard is 6'6") for very reasonable money.

Should I...? Anyone had one?

Was thinking 24' for best compromise of space and maneuverability.
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If you have a vehicle that can handle a 28 ft, you won't regret it. But, unless you have a diesel, I think you would regret it.
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^ F350 dually dieseldog
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would a 28 fit a car and a golf cart? I picked up a sweet cart and trying to figure out how big an enclosed I'd need to carry both my 944 and it to events.
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yup, 28' will fit a car & cart
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I vote YES
Old 07-28-2013, 11:47 PM
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Jdistefa, Shoot me a PM about your 20', if you don't already have a buyer in mind.

Chuck, did you get your clutch sorted out? It was great meeting you at Mosport!
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Featherlites are superior. V nose I assume? If so, with cabinets like extra 2-3 feet. Little details like angled inner fender box....
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28 foot is perfect length for 1 car, cabinets and parts. Not sure if a cart would fit.

Depends on cabinets.

Hopefully triple axle then it will be a dream to pull.
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Originally Posted by jdistefa
^ F350 dually dieseldog
dully, 28 no brainer.
it's quite maneuverable.
you WILL fill it up on your FIRST trip, trust me.
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Mooty, you are a bad influence.
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Hmm, 20' foot enclosed trailer......seconds..........???????
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Charlie,

Yes, clutch sorted...replaced. Apparently, the RS clutch is known to fail, and when removed, it was the case. I really liked that event at Mosport. What a nice group! And what a great track!!
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No need for a DWB with a 28' Featherlite - at all. Look into a set of Equalizer brand swaybars, all you need.

But a 2500 diesel is indeed a wonderful thing.

With cabs, I doubt a cart would fit.
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I had a 28' with cabinets and could still get my car and a golf cart inside. It's tight, but worked.


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