Utility Trailer

[aday]

Originally Posted by siebermd

Wow! Great looking rig. How much did it set you back? $$

$400 best deal i can find off craigslist.

[aday]

Originally Posted by GaryS

Although there are downsides to this: a blob of automotive wheel bearing grease on the ball will quiet it.

Go to an office parking lot on a Sunday when there are no cars and practice, practice, practice. Work on your skills before you need them.

yup!!! that's what i'll be doing this wkend.

[GaryS]

Originally Posted by aday

yup!!! that's what i'll be doing this wkend.

Be aware though that the ball is going to be REAL greasy so after removing the trailer you either need to remove it or cover it with something (I use a 16 oz water bottle with the bottom cut out). Otherwise it will attract dirt and pants legs.

[desinia]

Originally Posted by GaryS

Be aware though that the ball is going to be REAL greasy so after removing the trailer you either need to remove it or cover it with something (I use a 16 oz water bottle with the bottom cut out). Otherwise it will attract dirt and pants legs.

Mine seems to have a real taste for shins.

[GaryS]

Originally Posted by desinia

Mine seems to have a real taste for shins.

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[siebermd]

Pulled some metal to the recycler the other day. $68 in my pocket.

[SJordan72]

Originally Posted by aday

got my trailer this evening!

it's a Big-Tex 15LT (4x8, 1500lbGVWR, 430lb weight)
previous owner redid all the lights & wiring.
it pulled great! if it wasn't for the occasional squeaking from the connection, i wouldn't know it's back there.

now i just need to learn how to steer in reverse.

Nice looking trailer.

As to the steering, don't overthink. Steer the wheel in the direction you want it to go. That's all you have to do. Works looking over your shoulder and in the mirrors. And lots of practice. In time you'll be able to parallel park that sucker like a champ!