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ndnchf 
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 Topic: Bought a car hauler todayPosted: 02 June 2018 at 12:10am |
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After a lot of searching, I bought a 7x16' tandem axle leonard flatbed to haul the jeep or model T. It has electric brakes on one axle. Its a good size to haul behind my F150 with small V8. I'll pick it up next week. I've ordered stake pocket tie down inserts, 3300lb axle straps and matching swivel hook ratchet straps. So it should be well secured.
I'm looking for advice and tips for loading and hauling the jeep. I know there should be 10-15% of the trailer weight on the tongue. But what's the best way to judge that? I'm thinking putting the jeep's bellhousing over the front axle may get me in the ballpark. Your thoughts? I intend to secure it by the axles at the spring plates and cross the straps to the opposit sides. Then maybe a strap straight forward and another straight back. So I'm looking for advice so I don't screw something up.  It looks like this one.  |
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1948 CJ2A - It goes nowhere fast, but anywhere slow.
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Joe DeYoung
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Posted: 02 June 2018 at 12:53am |
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Congrats on a new trailer. When i hauled with a light truck, I wanted about 400 pounds of tongue weight which I measured in how much drop on the tail of the truck. For me it was about 2 inches.
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Posted: 02 June 2018 at 1:11am |
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Looks nice!Might spring for the Anti-BMW protection before you pick it up.
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Posted: 02 June 2018 at 2:18am |
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Nice looking trailer.
Cross straps to the axle are a good plan. I've hauled I can't even count how many miles that way without issue. I'd say your center strap is overkill. But it also can't hurt anything. I typically start out by lining up the front of the rear tire with the leading edge of the trailer fender. This gets you in the ball park of weight distribution. Measure your tongue height before loading the Jeep, then after. Ideally you want the truck to look pretty level with weight on it. Take it for a ride and see how it feels. Adjust the jeep's position accordingly. Once you find that sweet spot, mark the trailer. I screwed a wood chock to the deck once I was happy with the position. Then after that, a blind man could position the weight well. Good luck!
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Posted: 02 June 2018 at 11:19am |
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Thanks guys. I will do some short test runs to find the sweet spot. I'm looking forward to being able to take it out to the mountains, trails and gatherings.
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Posted: 02 June 2018 at 12:11pm |
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We just bought the 12 foot version of that trailer, probably from the same place. Love it so far. My son has it right now, along with two of my other toys! Sorry for the poor picture quality.  |
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Posted: 02 June 2018 at 7:17pm |
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Load it and make your truck squat 1-2” and you should be fine. Regardless of age I always suggest carry a spare loaded idler hub with spindle nut, washer, cotter pin and cap. Along with a shackle set, equalizer, leaf spring, 2 hanger bolts, and a u-bolt set with a u-bolt plate. All are easily replaced and can ruin a trip in a hurry.
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Posted: 06 June 2018 at 10:11pm |
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Brought the new jeep hauler home today. Now to get it set up. I got the tongue storage box mounted. I got them to throw in a new spare tire for free, but I need to figure out where to mount it. There are 4 stake pockets and I got the stake pocket anchor point inserts for them. Got the axle straps and good, heavy ratchet straps with snap hooks on the ends. I think it will do well to carry the jeep or the Ford model T.
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Posted: 06 June 2018 at 10:20pm |
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After several years I put brakes on the front axle. It made a noticeable difference in stopping distance. Now would be the time to have them put on if you are not up to doing it your self.
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Posted: 07 June 2018 at 3:07pm |
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[QUOTE=64CJ5]After several years I put brakes on the front axle. It made a noticeable difference in stopping distance. Now would be the time to have them put on if you are not up to doing it your self.
[/QUOTE In Colorado brakes are required on all axles.
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Posted: 07 June 2018 at 5:45pm |
For what it's worth, in Minnesota trailers over 3000 lbs (or that weigh more than the tow vehicle) are required to have brakes that are "adequate to stop and hold the trailer whenever it becomes detached from the towing vehicle." Minnesota at least doesn't require brakes on all axles (but I know other states do, so it's something I personally would make sure my trailers had).
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Posted: 07 June 2018 at 6:50pm |
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This one has brakes on the rear axle and a breakaway system that is required by Virginia. If the trailer becomes detached, the brakes automatically apply on the trailer.
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Posted: 08 June 2018 at 5:03pm |
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Nice trailer, you won't know what you did without it in no time! Get yourself some 4 good axle straps and tie down straps. I've used these from summit racing for years, they are a great price and excellent quality! Ratchet straps: Axle straps: Or a nice kit with a bag: I'd get at least 4 Heavy D rings welded on. Two front and two rear, Around 4' apart ( set your jeep on there and line them up with the inside of the drums). Axle straps around front and rear axle, easy hook, ratchet down and go. (note" on rear Jeep axle go around the very end where the brake lines are out of the way) don't forget to tie back your extra tail from the strap. I've hauled Jeeps etc. like this for many years and thousands of miles. Keep your Straps dry and out of the sun when not used and they last for a very long time.
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Posted: 23 June 2018 at 8:47pm |
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I finally have the trailer ready to go. Spare tire mounted, wood treated with Thompsons, storage box on tongue and tie downs installed. Between being out of town, and the endless rain, its been hard to get things done. But today I finished the tie down D-rings. Installed with grade 8 carriage bolts and welded in place. I'm thinking of adding a worm gear winch, hand crank style, but easily adapted to be powered by a cordless drill. But still thinking about the best way to mount it.
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Posted: 24 June 2018 at 12:25am |
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Nice, I'm seriously envious.
I flat tow my Willys with a towbar since I posses neither the trailer nor the truck necessary to do it the better way. I just completed 2,000 miles of flat towing last week with the Willys behind my Jeep Liberty. The high winds in Arizona were not a lot of fun. Tail waggin' the dog is what comes to mind thinking back on it. It made for a long day on I-40. |
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Posted: 24 June 2018 at 12:31am |
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I imagine that was a bit tricky! I've been playing with old cars, trucks and motorcycles for over 40 years, but never had a car trailer. I finally decided it was time to get one. Now I'm getting it set up how I want it.
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Posted: 24 June 2018 at 12:37am |
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I should really do the same.
I live in an agricultural area and trailers for hauling farm equipment are commonly available both new and used. I do have a 1990 Ford Bronco with the bigger 5.8L engine that could do the towing. Now you've got me thinkin... |
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Posted: 24 June 2018 at 1:12am |
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It sure saves a lot of wear and tear. Its also handy if a breakdown occurs. I have a 1924 Ford also, so I can haul that too. I use a 2007 F150.
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