Help from people who use bumper pull trailers
Hello, I have a 5th wheel RV and do okay towing and backing that but I need an enclosed cargo trailer for a small business I am thinking of opening up. The trailers I am looking at are either 6 ...
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dpgllg wrote:
Hello,
Like I said I do not need the tandem for weight but the brakes would still be a help. I would be towing this trailer with a 2013 Chevy 2500HD Silverado Diesel with tow package.
Dave
Yes, having trailer brakes would save a little minor wear and tear on your truck brakes if you're driving in the city....maybe. You're talking 3klb trailer and a HD diesel w exh brake = trailer brakes are basically not needed.
They'll back up the same radius, just tire scrub w tandem. If making alot of sharp turns and back ins the single axle will be a little more friendly.
I wouldn't spend the extra unless you needed the capacity.
Trailer suggestion if buying new, I bought a MTI trailer back in WI last year. They are a price point trailer and I paid the same or less than a comparable size used trailer in either WA or WI and considerably less than other brands, new. Found it to be very good quality for the price.
6x14 single axle, full plywood lined walls, picked the color. $3k out the door and the dlr put radial tires on in lieu of the bias tires. SOld it for $3500 back in seattle when I was done w it.
