Is Bigger Always Better?

RodneyWright · **Posted:** Wed Dec 18, 2013 9:10 pm

Cash Davidson wrote:

OK I'm convinced . . . too big is never big enough! :lol:

The search is on . . . criteria:
22' or 24'
Left side door
5000lb axles
Quality name brand
any other extra would be nice.

I'll let you know what I turn up.

ummmm, see 3 posts up....

Cash Davidson · **Posted:** Wed Dec 18, 2013 9:16 pm

RodneyWright wrote:

ummmm, see 3 posts up....

Sorry, doesn't meet the criteria. No hurry - I have plenty of time to be picky. :thumbsup:

This is what I'm looking for - sadly it is sold.

http://www.racingjunk.com/Used-Trailers/182014360/2004-Millennium-Gold-24-Enclosed-Trailer.html

MikeWhitney · **Joined:** Wed Aug 20, 2003 9:15 pm **Posts:** 4724

Cash Davidson wrote:

RodneyWright wrote:

ummmm, see 3 posts up....

Sorry, doesn't meet the criteria. No hurry - I have plenty of time to be picky. :thumbsup:

This is what I'm looking for - sadly it is sold.

http://www.racingjunk.com/Used-Trailers/182014360/2004-Millennium-Gold-24-Enclosed-Trailer.html

That's a great looking trailer and similar to what we got for $6k. But be forewarned, you will eventually consider upgrading to 5k axles. Not terribly expensive but a hassle.

When we first went across the scales (with a 2000 lb car in it, mind you) and saw 9100lb on the trailer weight, we were bit surprised.

steve remchak · **Posted:** Fri Dec 20, 2013 12:06 am

1) Don't fugh around with 3500# axles. Brakes are bigger on 5200# axles.

2) Dovetail

3) Anything under 24 foot is regrettable.

I have a 18' foot Homesteader. It has cabinets and two 5200# axles. Wired for lights and power. It is a sturdy trailer and it has been from Watkins Glen to PBIR. Several times............

I have loaded it to the ceiling and it works but dammit if I don't wish I had purchased a 24' when I made the move.

If you are dead set on buying small Cash..... maybe we should talk. I'll consider a reasonable offer. Hurry up please as I'd like to get me new trailer before year end as I could use the write-off.

Cash Davidson · **Posted:** Thu Jan 16, 2014 6:53 pm

Look what followed me home.

5200lb torsion axles
Box is framed with 1"x1.5" steel tubing
Recessed dovetail
Dropped step at man door
Stone guard
Box is 8.5'x20.5' plus a 3' v-nose

OK its not 24' like ya'll told me to get - let the flaming and ridicule begin. :lol:

steve remchak · **Posted:** Fri Jan 17, 2014 10:29 am

Nice. New or used?

Patrice Bousquet · **Posted:** Fri Jan 17, 2014 10:54 am

Nice trailer, that should do it. You will not get any flaming from me about the size. I’m actually thinking about downsizing to be able to use a smaller tow vehicle.
Something in those style mainly the RS3 http://www.brianjames.co.uk/range/range ... id=&rid=15
Will need to search if someone is making something in that style in the US.

Cash Davidson · **Posted:** Fri Jan 17, 2014 1:48 pm

Patrice Bousquet wrote:

I’m actually thinking about downsizing to be able to use a smaller tow vehicle.
Something in those style mainly the RS3 http://www.brianjames.co.uk/range/range ... id=&rid=15
Will need to search if someone is making something in that style in the US.

That's pretty cool. Have you seen this one? Made in the USA.

http://www.bre2.net/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=bre2_aerovault_trailer&Category_Code=car_trailers

BriceJohnson · **Joined:** Thu Apr 13, 2006 7:33 am **Posts:** 2230

$24K!

Cash Davidson · **Posted:** Fri Jan 17, 2014 3:22 pm

BriceJohnson wrote:

$24K!

Yeah, crazy huh? I beleive its primary purpose is to show to the wife and say, "That is what I'd like, but I can get by with this other one." :mrgreen:

Patrice Bousquet · **Posted:** Fri Jan 17, 2014 3:25 pm

Cash Davidson wrote:

That's pretty cool. Have you seen this one? Made in the USA.

http://www.bre2.net/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=bre2_aerovault_trailer&Category_Code=car_trailers

Yes I remember seeing it some time ago, nice, but 24k, no thank you.
If there is nothing available and I really decide to go that route I will buy an open trailer and do the clamshell cover myself.

Cash Davidson · **Posted:** Tue Jan 28, 2014 4:06 pm

Patrice Bousquet wrote:

Cash Davidson wrote:

That's pretty cool. Have you seen this one? Made in the USA.

http://www.bre2.net/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Product_Code=bre2_aerovault_trailer&Category_Code=car_trailers

Yes I remember seeing it some time ago, nice, but 24k, no thank you.
If there is nothing available and I really decide to go that route I will buy an open trailer and do the clamshell cover myself.

Here's one made in the USA that has a similar clamshell design:

http://www.montrosetrailers.com/gallery/automobile

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