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post Mar 4 2020, 09:33 PM
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The fenders/wheel wells are on the outside of the 6x12, it’s a clear box inside.
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post Mar 5 2020, 06:39 AM
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My shell came with a cart that is four 4x4's (in a square, stacked at the corners. Then is on GOOD quality casters. The casters are basically under the jack points. This shell came on this cart from SC via U-Ship with out issues. Has also moved 2 more times, going out for paint.
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post Mar 5 2020, 11:04 AM
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UHaul trailer bed is 75x144 however the back is only 58 wide.


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post Mar 5 2020, 11:20 AM
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Mark, thanks so much for checking that for me. That helps -- except it probably rules out being able to roll a dolly/tub onto one of those things. I think I need at least 65+ inches.

Hmmm....may have to go with one of the other options.
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post Mar 5 2020, 11:28 AM
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I would also call a towing company for a quote. Roll it up on one of their flatbeds. Might save a lot of time and hassle.
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Rent a U-haul vehicle transport trailer. That's what I've used several times in the past. Approx $120.

https://www.uhaul.com/Trailers/Auto-Transport-Rental/AT/

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Ask them for 'one-way' price and 'round-trip' price. If you're planning to drive back to VA within a few days to move more stuff to MD, the round trip rate is better.
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post Mar 5 2020, 11:54 AM
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It's completely stripped -- no suspension or wheels. Although I'm thinking maybe that is the best thing to do at this point -- pull the pieces together to reassemble and just rent a car carrier. I did submit a request for a quote. First guy I called said $525.
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post Mar 5 2020, 12:18 PM
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I am still an option. I don’t mind long drives just the traffic sometimes. Tuesday still looks good. As they say someday I’m gonna ask you for a favor. Forgetaboutit
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post Mar 5 2020, 12:44 PM
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QUOTE(BeatNavy @ Mar 5 2020, 12:54 PM) *

It's completely stripped -- no suspension or wheels. Although I'm thinking maybe that is the best thing to do at this point -- pull the pieces together to reassemble and just rent a car carrier. I did submit a request for a quote. First guy I called said $525.


Ouch.

If you want to do the suspension thing, I have rear trailing arms with hubs already in and rear shocks/springs that will bolt up quickly. On the front, I have a fairly complete front suspension. I took the steering rack off but it will still work to move a car. All the stuff is extra parts so I only need back in the far away future.
Let me know and I can bring down any parts you need and help you install.

I also have a harbor freight winch that makes it easy.


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Tony, again your offer is extremely generous -- I just hate to make you drive that far roundtrip, and in terms of traffic -- this is the DC area, so in and around the beltway there's ALWAYS the possibility of traffic. If you're up for it, let's coordinate I guess (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Thanks, Mark. I also greatly appreciate all the help and input -- if necessary, I think I can round up the suspension pieces. I generally know where the parts are now.

I submitted an RFQ through one of those bid sites. I'm getting several quotes now in the $300 to $325 range. Just FYI.
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Prices are not bad to minimize the hassles of loading and unloading. A good flat bed operator can drop a car about anywhere.
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Prices are not bad to minimize the hassles of loading and unloading. A good flat bed operator can drop a car about anywhere.

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) It probably saves you quite a bit of time & effort compared to doing it yourself.
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post Mar 5 2020, 02:18 PM
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You need the uhaul trailer without the easy load ramp. The tailgate on this one goes the full width.

https://www.uhaul.com/Trailers/6x12-Utility...iler-Rental/RO/

You may be starting to overthink this...
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QUOTE(infraredcalvin @ Mar 5 2020, 03:18 PM) *

You need the uhaul trailer without the easy load ramp. The tailgate on this one goes the full width.

https://www.uhaul.com/Trailers/6x12-Utility...iler-Rental/RO/

You may be starting to overthink this...


That one wasn't at the uhaul near me but it looks like it would work.
With a winch and ramps, it could be a one man show. The tubs are pretty light when you have even a hand winch to use.
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Ah, found the pics...

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Hey Pat,

Thanks for the pics. Yeah, maybe I am overthinking this. I'm a logistics / Project Manager guy by background and profession, and I don't like risk and unknowns. Didn't want to rent something, drive it 2 hours, and then get a bad surprise.

So I see you just loaded the tub (no dolly) in the trailer without the ramp. That makes sense, and it seems like the 6x12 trailers w/o ramp are much easier to find and reserve. If Tony and I can't hook up easily then that could work.

It looks like the back end of the tub hangs over the end of the trailer a bit -- did you just secure the tailgate to it as best you could?

Thanks again for everyone's help and patience.

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Just tie the tailgate in the down position with some rope.
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QUOTE(BeatNavy @ Mar 5 2020, 01:24 PM) *

Hey Pat,

Thanks for the pics. Yeah, maybe I am overthinking this. I'm a logistics / Project Manager guy by background and profession, and I don't like risk and unknowns. Didn't want to rent something, drive it 2 hours, and then get a bad surprise.

So I see you just loaded the tub (no dolly) in the trailer without the ramp. That makes sense, and it seems like the 6x12 trailers w/o ramp are much easier to find and reserve. If Tony and I can't hook up easily then that could work.

It looks like the back end of the tub hangs over the end of the trailer a bit -- did you just secure the tailgate to it as best you could?

Thanks again for everyone's help and patience.

rc


I hear you on the overthinking part, I’m the same way (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beer.gif)
The car is actually on 2 furniture dollies, better would be 1 in front and 2 in back as there s nothing to support the tub in the middle on the back. Me and another lifted the font of the tub on the trailer/dolly, then picked up the rear and slid in.

The tail did hang out, I forget what I did, but I remember dissembling the chains or something to keep from dragging or hitting the tub. I had a bunch of ratchet straps, and over strapped everything. Drove about 80 miles with that setup, no problems. Lots of places to strap the body so it didn’t move on that trailer.
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Another idea would be to load the chassis on a bed of old tires, it would cushion the body and you could rachet strap hard onto the tires. I'm a big fan of rachet straps.


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Rob, i just sent you a PM I am all set. I have you covered on he the ratchet straps, chains binders, pull cables etc. Attached Image
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