Cargo trailers to tow behind an RV
I'm wondering about factors that one might consider in the purchase of an enclosed cargo trailer to haul all that bulky, dirty sports equipment and nice stuff that we can't fit in the RV. (I think Re...
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blt2ski wrote:
A couple things to think about.
Many trailers come with a 3.5' tongue, you may or may not be able to jack knife your trailer. Get a 4' if not 4.5' if you want to be safer on not hitting the back of you can. If you might go with a DW C or A, then 4.5' min. I needed that to not hit with the flatbed rigs towing trailers.
IF you put the canoe on the trailer. The above suggestions go out the door, if the canoe over hangs forward of the box! Having a 10 or 12' box with a 13' canoe will be better, in that the front of the canoe is at front of box, remainder overhangs the rear. Iir 3 or4' over hang is max legal amount with out dealing with red flags and a few other hoops in laws.
You may also want the axle set back vs typical too. The longer the distance from ball to the axle, the faster the trailer will turn on reverse. An extended hitch, axle a bit back, makes backing easier for a given length trailer.
Marty
I think the extended tongue is a good idea that I've seen mentioned here once or twice, thanks for reminding me. Probably will make it easier to deal w the rear doors on the van as well.
There is no easy answer for the canoe other than packing a 10' ladder in the trailer so we can put the canoe on top of the van or switching to inflatable SUP or kayaks. It's 13' w a wide midship so it's a real pia to load, but you can stand to fish off it.
