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KingofChilli82's avatar
KingofChilli82
Explorer
May 08, 2017

Big Toy, Toy Haulers???

Whats up guys? Im new here and looking for some information. Me and the gf are looking to make a big decision in the next year or so to buy a brand new hauler. I already have a tow rig i wont be getting rid of anytime soon. 1997 Mack CH600 with a 400+ hp E7 Mack motor that only hay 150k on a full in frame rebuild, all rebuilt front end and brand new tires all around. What we are looking for is something i can haul my crawler in or any future crawlers. Its 94" wide and has a wheel base of 123" on 44" tires so even 14 foot is cutting it close. Plus it weights 5300 pounds. Then add to that 4 8gal propane tanks, 2 sets of axle shafts, a couple driveshafts, another transfer case, another tire, 5 gallons of hydraulic fluid, 5 gallons of oil and some other miscellaneous parts for spares. Then we still have to add all of our camping stuff to that lol. We currently haul 2 rigs on out trailer now but she just got a new Samurai that will be hauled on the back of the semi like a smart car. I know that there are race trailers out there that will suit our needs but are entirely to pricey. I could resort to building a new set up like we have now but the insurance is in a grey area and we dont want that. Who out there is hauling similar things and what are you hauling it in? I also should note i REALLY want a door between the LQ and the garage because of the smell. When we yard sale it (break it bad) it can really start to leak and stink like gear lube BAD. I posted some pics of our current set up for everyone bellow.


and one of the rig that has to go in our future TH


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  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    May 08, 2017
    Well, no disrespect intended, that's the most humorous rig I've seen..bar none. Small campsites any issue? LOL Is that a 6 foot climb to the "trailer?" LOL
  • Trackrig's avatar
    Trackrig
    Explorer II
    May 08, 2017
    I was looking as sort of the same thing, but my thought was to use a small 5th wheel - might as well make use of that extra space up over the goose neck.

    Bill
  • KingofChilli82's avatar
    KingofChilli82
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    Problem with that is you have to sit them up real high because the neck of a gooseneck is taller then the step up of the 5er. For what i paid for this camper i could not pass it up.
  • gbopp's avatar
    gbopp
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    Welcome to the forum. You have a unique rig but, it works for you. That's all that matters.

    We see some on the forum with not enough truck for what they're pulling.
    You definitely don't have that problem. Your TV is a beast. I like it. :)

    Enjoy your travels.
  • BoonHauler's avatar
    BoonHauler
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    Work & Play would seem to be your best bet but like the idea of a 5th wheel on that setup you already have. Getting your crawler into a factory built TH is going to be a tough one......
  • 1320Fastback's avatar
    1320Fastback
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    I don't think your going to find a TH to fit your vehicles, width and weight without it being a fully custom build.
  • Redwoodcamper's avatar
    Redwoodcamper
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    Nice crawlers. Nothing out there for our kinda breed. Either double tow and hope for no law enforcment trouble or custom build. Did I see you at koh?
  • Class_A_DP_1's avatar
    Class_A_DP_1
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    I was going to announce "Chocolate Thunnn-derrrrrrr!" but that doesn't look like its in California.

    Nice setup. It really looks closer to ideal for your use just the way you have it now than any manufactured TH that I have seen. Your foundation of the truck and trailer are likely carrying way better than most toy haulers do.

    Now, Featherlite has some doable option$ for you. But you understand all that.

    Nice!!
  • Trailblazer87's avatar
    Trailblazer87
    Explorer
    May 09, 2017
    The closest thing I have seen would be my trailer, a 31' '04 Toymate by Automate custom built with 3 axles (only triple axle Bill Wyrich ever built!), 21,000 gross trailer weight, built for my cousin to haul his crawler and parts. Has 11,000 lb. Cargo capacity though I don't load it that heavy. I have a 15' garage and can fit a quad in the kitchen as well. I have put a Jeep Cherokee in it and fits my CJ7 comfortably. To pull this off he had to double the framing in the back door, the extra axle made it lose a folding stair, no dinette (we use a folding table), a folding counter in the kitchen and most of the cabinetry is in the front bedroom. Can fit 96" with one of the couches removed and 86" of head room under the rear bed allows my CJ7 with 5" lift on 35" tires.

    My cousin's latest crawler is too wide, he had to get a custom trailer pulled by a class C Motorhome.

    Still not going to fit all you do.

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