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discovery4us's avatar
discovery4us
Explorer
Mar 28, 2014

enclosed trailer behind MH

Well as most things go I have been looking at replacing my open trailer and now am strongly considering an enclosed. I searched and read through a number of threads but am still confused on what I actually need. I would like an 8.5' wide X 20 - 24 long X 6.6' (minimum) height. The trailer I like is rated at 10,400 lbs. and a curb weight of 3300 lbs. and I will be hauling about 2700 - 3000 lbs. on a normal trip.

1)I understand the extended tongue but what is a real world length? Some offer a 6" and some offer a 12" RV tongue extension but none of them start out the same length. How much room do I really need between the MH and the trailer.

2)Do I need to also consider an additional back up camera or will I still be able to see enough with the MH camera. I understand trailer height would be an issue. The trailer I like is 102" tall overall.

3)This one might seem dumb but how would I set up a WD hitch with automatic leveling air bags? How will I know how many chain links equals how much weight distribution? Or do I even need to worry about this?
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  • gsf35099's avatar
    gsf35099
    Explorer
    Mar 28, 2014
    I pull a 20' Vnose enclosed trailer and love it. Never really know it's back there. Pulls great and has a max load of 7Klbs. I normally have the Harley & golf cart, but have loaded it to the max when hunting with 2 4 wheelers a 4 seat ranger & a lot of hunting gear. It's been one of the best investments I've made.
  • cman60's avatar
    cman60
    Explorer
    Mar 28, 2014
    28ft Fleetwood Flair pulling a 24ft Haulmark trailer loaded with motorcycles. No back up camera and standard tongue. Trailer is 8.5 wide. been pulling this combo since 1999 with no problems. Kids grown up so we purchased a 14ft v-nose for hauling 2-3 bikes. love this set up. would never consider anything but an enclosed trailer.
  • katoomer's avatar
    katoomer
    Explorer
    Mar 28, 2014
    I have an 18' enclosed Pace Shadow GT. I got the 6' long tongue and it works great.
    Don't even know it's back there. No need for the extra camera
  • DutchStar38's avatar
    DutchStar38
    Explorer
    Mar 28, 2014
    I have hauled many different trailers behind my 38ft MH. Currently I tow a 20ft enclosed WellsCargo. The trailer hitch is standard with NO extension, electrical hookup for lights and brakes and safety chains welded to trailer hitch. The following link should help you;
    http://wellscargo.com/wellscargo-trailers/cargo-trailers/express-wagon-8-foot-wide/specs/

    The height should not be a concern. Using the MH side mirrors will suffice as long as you survey the area you are backing into prior to backing.
  • Roadpilot's avatar
    Roadpilot
    Explorer
    Mar 28, 2014
    I have a Haulmark trailer very close to what you are considering. It has a 26' box (square front) and an 18" extended tongue. The length of the extended tongue needed is dependent on your MH turn radius when going forward or how good a driver you are when backing up.

    I wish, in hindsight, I got a V nose instead of the square front and extended tongue. Going forward and turning it would be about the same. Backing up you can jack knife anything.

    I don't have an additional back up camera and have never missed it.

    My MH's have all had air leveling and I never had or considered a WDH. They've all been diesel pushers.

    I also regret getting a 26' box. I should have gone with a 24' V-nosed Haulmark. I love the Haulmark. It's not so expensive I hate to see it sit on a storage lot but it's good enough to get me all around the country without a worry.

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