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> What size trailers are guys using for 914s?
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post Dec 2 2013, 06:15 PM
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I'm searching Craigslist to find a trailer for my 914, and I'm wondering what others are using. What's the smallest I can go comfortably? Is there a reason to go a lot larger?

Just looking for opinions.
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post Dec 2 2013, 06:25 PM
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Trailer Thread

Ask TC to measure his, it's about the smallest.
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post Dec 2 2013, 06:27 PM
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Yeah, I saw that thread, but not a lot of people list the sizes and such.

Are a lot of these home-made? I've been finding all kinds of different sizes/shapes, and didn't know if there was a benefit to one over another.
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post Dec 2 2013, 06:38 PM
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Depends on your tow vehicle which dictates GVW, price you want to pay, storage space, other intended use, and re-sale down the line.

Also, sometimes used isn't always the best deal. New tires cost @60$ each. States have different lighting requirements. And some old trailers were built with house trailer axles. Illegal in most states but some are grandfathered in and some home builts sneak them in.

Trailers with two or more axles or over 1500lbs usually need brakes.

If you buy used, check the titling requirements with your DMV first. You don't want to end up with a used trailer with no title only to find out it was stolen...
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post Dec 2 2013, 06:38 PM
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I would go with a 15' or 16' tandem axle. Why? Because once you have it you will be hauling all kinds of stuff. Maybe something similar to this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2014-NEW-15-FT-4-B...Motors_Trailers
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post Dec 2 2013, 07:31 PM
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Tandem is much safer in case you get a flat
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post Dec 2 2013, 07:38 PM
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QUOTE(bulitt @ Dec 2 2013, 07:25 PM) *

Trailer Thread

Ask TC to measure his, it's about the smallest.


Mine is almost too small
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post Dec 2 2013, 07:40 PM
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get a full flat bed with beaver tail 16' min.

you wont regret a longer heaver duty trailer as much as you would if you went too short and light.

bolting on a "truck box" on the front to secure and mount a winch and all the tie down stuff will take up the first 2 feet.

look around at the local track and check out what people are using and what setups you like and ask questions about them.
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post Dec 2 2013, 07:42 PM
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Tandem only.
First, you can balance the tongue weight to be almost nothing.
Second, it handles much better on the highway
Third, flat tire
Fourth, you can move it, with a car on it and no tow vehicle....so you can leave the car on the trailer if required.

Get a locking pin for the tow vehicle
Get a locking ball insert for the trailer, or just have an extra ball and padlock to lock the trailer from being stolen.

I do agree with above, once you get it, you will tow all sorts of other stuff, for friends, family, etc.
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post Dec 2 2013, 07:58 PM
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I've got 4 project cars/motorcycles and toyed with the idea of getting my own trailer, but when I looked at how much they were (what I wanted) and realized I could rent from uhaul, and after 100 days of renting, I would break even. I rented 4 times this year, total cost of about $145.00 +/- If you have a uhaoul near you, and unless you are racing every weekend, your money may be better spend. Just a thought. Its a bit of a pain to have to get the trailer, but usually I can go online, and pick up the trailer the next day.
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post Dec 2 2013, 08:58 PM
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consider a enclosed car hauler.

lock it in side and don't worry about getting it broke into when parked over night or while stopped for dinner somewhere.

just some thoughts before you drop the coin.
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post Dec 2 2013, 09:01 PM
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QUOTE(Steve Pratel @ Dec 2 2013, 08:58 PM) *

I've got 4 project cars/motorcycles and toyed with the idea of getting my own trailer, but when I looked at how much they were (what I wanted) and realized I could rent from uhaul, and after 100 days of renting, I would break even. I rented 4 times this year, total cost of about $145.00 +/- If you have a uhaoul near you, and unless you are racing every weekend, your money may be better spend. Just a thought. Its a bit of a pain to have to get the trailer, but usually I can go online, and pick up the trailer the next day.

Agh yes, I too used that logic for years, then I found a trailer with a car, flipped the car and ended up with nothing into the trailer. Not the prettiest beast, but now I have towed loads more than before.....gotten ll sorts of junk and crap, dead cars, friends cars, kids, more than a few times....

With a trailer comes great responsibility.
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Doubly clicky
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post Dec 2 2013, 09:13 PM
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My trailer is the first one in the trailer thread
I built it, it has a 12' deck, 3500lb drop axle and 14" tires. The axle sets back from the centre it's made for VW's if you load it correctly the weight is centre on the axle with a tongue weight of say 50lbs.
I built it in 1990, it's the same tires and I've never once had a flat tire. The 1967 bus in the picture I bought in Manassas, Va and it came back to Canada on that trailer, in fact at least two times a year i would bring back a car from the US. Manassas in the summer (BugOut) and one from Florida in the winter.
The only real downside is it won't carry anything heavier than a VW westy, but seeing as I have never owned a full size pick-up, (VW busses and a smaller Toyota P/U) it's never been an issue. Having the wheels set back makes it track real good.
I can measure all the dimensions if you want them.

I should probably buy new tires for it some day.

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post Dec 2 2013, 09:16 PM
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I've got an 18' tandem to carry my 914. I got a larger trailer so I can use it to pull other cars/trucks/etc. I also went with an aluminum trailer because of the weight.

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post Dec 2 2013, 09:19 PM
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QUOTE(carr914 @ Dec 2 2013, 07:38 PM) *

QUOTE(bulitt @ Dec 2 2013, 07:25 PM) *

Trailer Thread

Ask TC to measure his, it's about the smallest.


Mine is too small! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

Ummm, pretty sure they were talking about your TRAILER T.C. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/poke.gif)





























































































































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post Dec 2 2013, 09:41 PM
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If you are not in a hurry, keep checking here. They have some great deals come up. Www.crankyape.com.
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post Dec 2 2013, 10:53 PM
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I would rather know What size trailers are gals using for 914s? Ladies?
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post Dec 2 2013, 10:58 PM
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An enclosed trailer is nice but may be a little overkill for a 914. A nice open trailer with a dovetail back helps loading and unloading.

tandem axles is a must...trailer tires are not very good...tire pressure is critical to help keep them alive.

the good thing about the open trailer is the weight. My V nose 22' weighs about 3,500 lbs., about 7,500 with stuff and the Z06 in it. I get about 10 MPG when towing.

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7 x 16 ft. box with 3 ft. v-nose. All the good things said above + it's a mobile garage/man cave and/or living quarters if need be. Can hauls a lot of cycles too (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

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