Rant & Rave... I Hate Effin Craigslist!!!

[~JM~]

There have been a few instances of that happening in this area also. Mostly over "stupid-phones" for sale. Usually happens at a meeting place.

When anyone shows up on my ads, their phone number & license plate number is recorded.

 

[JustABuick]

Maybe... But the general I.Q. level seems to have really taken a dive lately.

Example: I have a flatbed trailer listed for sale. The ad describes the features & states that the bed is 16', overall trailer length is 20'. A guy calls me & asks if the trailer is 16' wide! WTH? Another guy calls & asks if I'll take less money for it without even seeing it, etc. Just a bunch of dumb ass crap!

Have you hauled cars on that trailer? I'm looking around for used trailers, and I'm trying to determine which style would work best for me.

 

[~JM~]

Yes I have. It worked fine. Lowered cars would have a problem opening the doors without hitting the trailers fenders.

Trailer sold the other day. Buy a bigger & heavier capacity trailer than you think that you need. At least 7K to 10K GVW.

 

[JustABuick]

Thanks. I was hoping to find an older utility trailer, but they seem to hold their value pretty well.

 

[~JM~]

They do hold their value. You might consider buying new. You want a dual axle trailer with electric brakes on all 4 wheels with battery back-up. 7K to 10K GVW with 10-ply trailer tires. A dove-tail or drop-tail trailer is easier to load a car unto, especially if the front of the car is low. Plus you will need loading ramps that are contained under the trailer & can be adjusted side to side for the vehicles track width. "Bearing Buddies" are a nice addition.

Most flat-bed trailers usually have a wood deck made out of 2X6 boards. They rot out fairly quick when exposed to extended rain or sunshine.

You might also consider an enclosed trailer with a 20' to 24' box. Make sure that you have a side door at the front of the trailer.

Most likely you will spend around $1,200.00+ for a used flat-bed trailer in OK condition. Consider that you may need to buy 4 new tires, might need to replace the decking & some lights. New trailers are about $2K or so.

Enclosed trailers run about $5K on up. Along with protecting the load, an enclosed trailer can double as a storage shed when not being used.

 

[JustABuick]

Thanks, I am definitely looking for a dual axle with electric brakes, I only recently bought something that can pull a trailer, and it already has the electric brake box installed. I could live with a wood deck trailer, but i'd prefer steel, and dove tail with ramps. I would LOVE an enclosed trailer, but I can't justify spending that kind of change on a trailer right now, so I'll have to get an open one for starters. I was hoping to find one around $1,200-1,500, it's good to hear they are out there. Guess I'll keep my eyes open and do some research on what I need. Thanks again for all the info.