usmc42

Hey guys,

I'm trying to buy a car hauler for my 09 Z06 within the next couple days and found this one near me and want to know if its a good trailer for the vetter?

http://www.kaufmantrailers.com/heavy...iler-p307.html

John Shiels

Looks good. What type of brakes? Dexter is good and easy to get parts for. See if they can make the fenders removable for more clearance when opening the doors.

Not sure from reading if it has break-away battery so it the trail comes loose the electric applies the brakes. Some states require it now. Spare tire mount on frame. Also if you can upgrade the tires it is cheap now for higher load range. Those a C range tires they are giving you. D or E is better.

searched an E is available trailers have ST type tires which is important. So all tires should start with ST 205 XXXXXXXXX

Their bigger stuff looks good too. Where are they located? Didn't see it on the site.

dfinke23

I used to run a trailer like that, and was very happy with it. You will need a set of race ramps to load without the splitter scraping.

eogel

Trailer looks good.

Damper cylinder is indicated in specs. This implies it controls the lowering of the trailer. How do you raise the trailer to load?

jawfixer

Open trailers have several advantages--BUT--your car will have better protection in all aspects in an enclosed trailer from the road and theft.
A new vette in an open trailer?

JDIllon

That is not a rollback design! So as mentioned before without some sort of additional ramps it is going to be to steep for a vette. Try loading before you buy!! JD

Wicked Weasel

After it hits the track it wont be new anymore

As stated there are advantages and disadvantages to either type of trailer. I have an open since I wanted to keep my TBSS and I only tow around 10 times per year. If I did more I would buy a bigger tow vehicle and then get an enclosed.

dfinke23

I just sold an enclosed in favor of an open trailer. Open trailers are much easier to pull and load, and for someone that does occasional weekend track days, it's much less of a pain in the ***.
The only problem I see with that trailer is you can't build a rock shield/tire rack on the front.

By balance. The bed is slightly weghted to the back; you pull two pins and the deck slowly tilts down. When you drive the car on, it slowly tilts back up; you replace the pins and position the car.

usmc42

They have a bunch of locations but one is in lexington NC which is only a couple hours away. Honestly if its still gunna require ramps I might go another route. I was intrigued because it looked like it might not need ramps. I don't want an enclosed because they are easily twice as expensive and a lot more weight. I'm pulling with a chevy 1500 so want to keep weight down. Open trailer is just like driving it down the highway? I'm trying to beat my waxer ways cuz I want to get to the track and I know I never will if I nit-pick over every little thing that might RUIN MY CAR =) I'm looking at a Quality Trailers brand 18 footer. I'll see what else I can find. I need one quick!

John Shiels

just about everything needs a couple of 2x6 ramps it is no big deal. It probably has a two way hydraulic cylinder in front to lift and control lowering when you drive up and lower. 20' will give you more room for tire rack and tool box.

2000BSME

for that money I would throw in another grand and get a used enclosed.

Zenak

See towing section here.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/auto...e-learned.html

I personally love my tilt hydrolic open trailer.
Closed are much better, if you:
1) got the extra cash
2) got the place to put it
3) got the truck to pull the added weight

In that link you will also find all the links for all the special straps etc that make hauling your car and loading it onto the trailer WAY WAY easier. Rather thatn drive on I recommend a inexpensive winch with a deep cycle battery to run it. Especially in the rain when your rcomp/hoosier isnt gripping much easier and safer way to load on the incline.

usmc42

Hey guys, I found a pretty sweet aluminum 20' trailer in my area for a decent price. It has upgraded trailer tires and hydraulic jack and electric winch. The only thing I can see wrong is that it only has brakes on one of the axles. Is this gunna be okay or will I need brakes on both axles?

JDIllon

You really need brakes on both axles! The car is 3000+ and trailer 1500=4500#s. What are you pulling it with? Maybe if you are pulling it with a dulley you could get a way with one axle brakes. But if it was me I would add the extra brakes. Check to see if the non brake axle has the bolt plate welded on it, if so, you can buy the brake assemblies for each side and add the brakes to the existing axle. If not? you will have to get a complete new axle with the brakes. Drop me a PM or e-mail or call if you need help. JD

waddisme

I got a brand new 18' open trailer for less than $2200 that has full steel deck, 17' tires, dual axles w/brakes, removable fender, extended ramps and dovetail. Also has 1 year warranty. I am located in Hickory. If you want more info I can get it for you. I have used mine 4 times and it works great.

John Shiels

in the rain you would have only two tires slowing you. If something happens to one axle you still have another. I think in some states you meed brakes on both. They should offer it as an up charge usually.

dfinke23

.....I would like more info, I have a friend getting ready to buy.

waddisme

The guy has a plant here and can custom make it just about however you like. For me, he dropped the back a few inches and extended my ramps so I can get my C5Z on without additional ramps. Here is his number828)302-4766 and his name is Reggie. I have some pics somewhere, I just can't find them. HTH.

brkntrxn

I (and several others I track with) own Kaufman 18' open trailers: http://www.kaufmantrailers.com/heavy...auler-p65.html


I like it. To help with the loading angle, we had them made with 7' ramps instead of 6'. With that and the 2' dovetail, my lowered C5Z does not scrap as long as I unload/load on flat ground (hooked to my '08 F250)


-Kevin