Trailer advice for Rally 12


Propdave

Propdave

GT Owner
Mark II Lifetime
Jun 11, 2016
124
Calgary, Canada
Can anyone offer advise for purchasing a trailer that I will be using to transport my GT to Rally 12? I will be towing with a 2017 Toyota Tundra 5.7L. I'm not looking to spend a bunch of money as it won't be used much, but any advice would be a great help.

Thanks

Dave
 
I gave mine away 2 years ago.. but in general, the trailers with aluminum sides and roof, but with steel frames and tongues are reasonable.
I found the full aluminum trailers too pricey. $25,000.00 US
I would stay away from leaf springs (old tech) and use Dexter Axles with torsion rubber springs.

I could write many paragraphs on my 'trailering days'... but I recall many ''Trailer Threads'' here on the forum if you search.
Mine was a 22 foot. Fully equipped under $12,000 US>
see you there!!

andy (ajb)
 
I've had a steel frame 24' enclosed, since the mid 90's. Paid 6k for it. It's not glamorous, but man it has a lot of miles on it. It's been fantastic. Just since 2014 it's logged 7500 miles with a Raptor (the dash keeps track when trailer is connected).

eBay is not a good place to look. This site has much more to look at. When you get a used trailer, have bearings and brakes serviced before use.

http://www.racingjunk.com
 
There are long threads here about trailers for the GT. Get large left hand door for easy access from car. Search here can help.
 
Thanks for the helpful feedback. I found some great threads and have a few ideas what to look for. Appreciate the help.

Dave
 
2 more thoughts, make sure you have a winch, your clutch, and nerves will appreciate it.

Also look (or add it) front to back e track, makes going over the wheel a lot easier. This rolling idler clips right in.

http://www.truckntow.com/tow-chains-straps/tie-down-systems/rolling-idler-e-fitting-assembly.html
 
Specracer said:
2 more thoughts, make sure you have a winch, your clutch, and nerves will appreciate it.

Also look (or add it) front to back e track, makes going over the wheel a lot easier. This rolling idler clips right in.

http://www.truckntow.com/tow-chains-straps/tie-down-systems/rolling-idler-e-fitting-assembly.html
Click to expand...

Thanks for the helpful advice.
 
Dave,

I am also in Calgary . I have a Alcom High country all aluminum 24' trailer with torsion bars , it cost around $12k CDN. I added E track from Princess auto and a 12,000 lb winch. I highly reccomend an anti sway hitch with weight distribution. I have pulled this trailer cross country with zero issues.

All Aluminum never rusts, and saves a lot of weight.

You are welcome to come and look at mine.

http://www.highcountrytrailers.com/index.php/trailers/car-haulers/item/66-hch8-5x24.html

https://www.andersenhitches.com/Pro...-hitch-8-droprise-2516-ball-438-brackets.aspx
 
Thanks for the great advice. I would love to see your trailer in person. I will PM you.

Dave

zach05855 said:
Dave,

I am also in Calgary . I have a Alcom High country all aluminum 24' trailer with torsion bars , it cost around $12k CDN. I added E track from Princess auto and a 12,000 lb winch. I highly reccomend an anti sway hitch with weight distribution. I have pulled this trailer cross country with zero issues.

All Aluminum never rusts, and saves a lot of weight.

You are welcome to come and look at mine.

http://www.highcountrytrailers.com/index.php/trailers/car-haulers/item/66-hch8-5x24.html

https://www.andersenhitches.com/Pro...-hitch-8-droprise-2516-ball-438-brackets.aspx
Click to expand...
 
Lots of good advise here on the forum about trailer purchasing however don't forget a very important option- a power winch. unless you are really small or have a perfectly placed side door, getting in and out of a GT in an enclosed trailer can be somewhat of an issue. and also make sure you have the tow hook in your storage area or already installed in the front frame. just a suggestion. even with my wide box trailer, I still can't get in and out of the car. I always just winch it in and out. jmo
 
speaking of tow rigs - don't miss out on Raptor Assault this summer.

http://raptorassault.com/en/
 
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