What size trailers are guys using for 914s? Options

[CptTripps]

I'm searching Craigslist to find a trailer for my 914, and I'm wondering what others are using. What's the smallest I can go comfortably? Is there a reason to go a lot larger?

Just looking for opinions.

[billh1963]

I've been towing my whole driving career (started when I was 14 ...before I had a license.... towing boats) and I have driven tens of thousands of miles pulling trailers.

I can tell you the following:

1. Never skimp on tires...bad tires will wreck and/or kill you or someone else

2. Tandem is the only way to go. If you ever have a blowout on I-75 in downtown Atlanta at 1:00 am on a Sunday night you will appreciate the convenience and safety

3. Brakes are important...especially if you are towing with a lightweight tow vehicle. My tow vehicle is a 2006 Ford F-250 crew cab powerstroke. But, I still like trailer brakes. I prefer hydraulic surge brakes but electric is the next best choice.

4. Go aluminum if you can. The weight savings make a huge difference. Especially if you have a lightweight tow vehicle

5. Get long ramps. The longer the ramps the less clearance issues you have when loading and the easier it is to load non-runners.

6. Rent a U-Haul or Penske trailer if you can't afford to buy a decent trailer. The cost is reasonable (always get the insurance) and you can drop it off anywhere

7. Trailers require maintenance....tires, brakes, hubs, axles, lights, etc. all require regular maintenance. You can't simply buy it and forget it.

8. Be honest in your intended trailer use. Enclosed trailers are cool looking and nice for keeping things dry but are a pain in the ass to get around the car once it's loaded plus you need a lot of space to store it. Landscape trailers are great for hauling furniture and your riding mower but not as great hauling cars. Car trailers are awesome for hauling cars. But, unless they have a full deck, you can't easily haul much else.

9. Like everything in life, buy the best you can afford. If you can't buy a safe trailer, rent one!

[brant]

I've been towing my whole driving career (started when I was 14 ...before I had a license.... towing boats) and I have driven tens of thousands of miles pulling trailers.

I can tell you the following:

1. Never skimp on tires...bad tires will wreck and/or kill you or someone else

2. Tandem is the only way to go. If you ever have a blowout on I-75 in downtown Atlanta at 1:00 am on a Sunday night you will appreciate the convenience and safety

3. Brakes are important...especially if you are towing with a lightweight tow vehicle. My tow vehicle is a 2006 Ford F-250 crew cab powerstroke. But, I still like trailer brakes. I prefer hydraulic surge brakes but electric is the next best choice.

4. Go aluminum if you can. The weight savings make a huge difference. Especially if you have a lightweight tow vehicle

5. Get long ramps. The longer the ramps the less clearance issues you have when loading and the easier it is to load non-runners.

6. Rent a U-Haul or Penske trailer if you can't afford to buy a decent trailer. The cost is reasonable (always get the insurance) and you can drop it off anywhere

7. Trailers require maintenance....tires, brakes, hubs, axles, lights, etc. all require regular maintenance. You can't simply buy it and forget it.

8. Be honest in your intended trailer use. Enclosed trailers are cool looking and nice for keeping things dry but are a pain in the ass to get around the car once it's loaded plus you need a lot of space to store it. Landscape trailers are great for hauling furniture and your riding mower but not as great hauling cars. Car trailers are awesome for hauling cars. But, unless they have a full deck, you can't easily haul much else.

9. Like everything in life, buy the best you can afford. If you can't buy a safe trailer, rent one!

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well said