I was looking at getting a enclosed four place. I was thinking about a 7 wide so that its low to the ground so the wind doesnt get under it. But i cant find a cheap one like that. I have found a 8 wide one and i dont know if the wind will get under it or not. What do you guys think for an enclosed.
Need help with snowmobile trailer
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i am not worried about pulling it i have a deisel. I am worried about wyoming winds flipping it. or should i not worry about it.
I have a Featherlite 28 foot gooseneck with 8 feet in the neck that is 8.6 wide and a 16 foot Pace 7 foot wide for just 2 sleds. I pull them with a F-250 diesel. The gooseneck pulls better, but the little one pulls fine. Just have to watch the wind.
I got in a bad accident in 2000 with a triton 4 place open on black ice, lost my brother that night. So whatever you pull use so common sense when the roads are bad.
I got in a bad accident in 2000 with a triton 4 place open on black ice, lost my brother that night. So whatever you pull use so common sense when the roads are bad.
I have pulled an 8' wide triton aluminum enclosed 4 place and have had no issues. But I do put 4 yamahas in it to weigh it down 
I did have one incident pulling my dad's 8' wide enclosed two place triton a few years ago - did a 360 with it on I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne. The trailer did not flip, but the machines did come out of the back of the trailer (yes they were tied down with the ski bars - those just bent up into a v shape). The 'latches' on the triton doors leave a little to be desired. The sleds had no problem shearing off the 4 bolts that hold those 'latches' to the side of the trailer. I love the aluminum, but sometimes I think they built the trailers a little too light (mine is a 2001 model)
A 7' wide would be nice, but if my choice was 8' wide enclosed vs. not buying an enclosed I would go for the 8 footer (just my opinion though)
I did have one incident pulling my dad's 8' wide enclosed two place triton a few years ago - did a 360 with it on I-80 between Laramie and Cheyenne. The trailer did not flip, but the machines did come out of the back of the trailer (yes they were tied down with the ski bars - those just bent up into a v shape). The 'latches' on the triton doors leave a little to be desired. The sleds had no problem shearing off the 4 bolts that hold those 'latches' to the side of the trailer. I love the aluminum, but sometimes I think they built the trailers a little too light (mine is a 2001 model)
A 7' wide would be nice, but if my choice was 8' wide enclosed vs. not buying an enclosed I would go for the 8 footer (just my opinion though)
Thats why we tie the sled in the rear around the axel helps keep them in place in those hairy situations
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JohnnyQuestUtah
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RVN Model
Just Bought a Haulmark Enclosed, it weighs 4500 pounds and sits low to the ground.
Just Bought a Haulmark Enclosed, it weighs 4500 pounds and sits low to the ground.
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Epoxy
My Buddie "Seth" had his buddie "DoughBoy" hook me up with some Two Part Epoxy Paint. I added a bit of sand, and a few high hours later had a great floor.
Peace out,
Johnny
My Buddie "Seth" had his buddie "DoughBoy" hook
me up with some Two Part Epoxy Paint. I added a bit of sand, and a few high hours later had a great floor.Peace out,
Johnny
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johnny what did that trailer cost you?
I have a 27' Interstate 8' wide and I have not problems with the wind. I would tell you the loading and unloading is worth it!
Look into a new one. I found the price was close
Look into a new one. I found the price was close
nebraskarmk.....I live in WY & always have to take the trecherous haul on I-80 between Cheyenne & Laramie. I recently purchased a trailer myself & had pondered this question for a long time. Sure everybody brags on light trailers to save a few dollars on gas, but I kind of like a little weight back there (plus if you have a diesel, like I do....what is an extra 1000+ lbs? 2500# or 4000# it makes little to no difference on fuel consumption!). I ended up getting a used 2006 Interstate 16'+5'Vnose, 8' wide, 3500#, low profile (wheel wells inside the trailer) & it looks similar to the Haulmark trailer that was posted a couple posts prior. I think I am going to like it. I have hauled it in some strong winds already & it seems to pull well. But I also think that regardless of what kind of trailer you are pulling, getting on that stretch of road with the ice & wind, you just have to use a little common sense & slow down when going thru.
7lazy That part of the road is terrible. But i think you are right i need a trailer with the wheels on the side. do you know were i can find an interstate?
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JohnnyQuestUtah
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i would say you got a deal! if anyone knows of any deals like that let me know.
Is that propane tank vented outside? If so, how? What kid of heater is that?
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JohnnyQuestUtah
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Blue Flame
The Heater is a "Blue Flame" ventless, 28k heat out put. If you have a qualifed tech fill the tank you wont have any overpressure venting issues. never fill a tank more than 80% of its capacity.
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The Heater is a "Blue Flame" ventless, 28k heat out put. If you have a qualifed tech fill the tank you wont have any overpressure venting issues. never fill a tank more than 80% of its capacity.
Peace Out
Johnny
How much does a heater like that coast.
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Pro-Com Heater
Pro-Com Heater 28k btu was $250 plus tank,hose,reg $100.
You can find smaller heat output for less $$.
Pro-Com Heater 28k btu was $250 plus tank,hose,reg $100.
You can find smaller heat output for less $$.
