Buying a Trailer in SA
Submitted: Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 09:14
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paulvan
Hi All
I looking to buy a 7x4, 500 mm side trailer for camping and general use. I am not looking at doing much off road camping as it will kill the Falcon.
I have a canopy which I am currently turning into a
camp kitchen.
Any recommendations on what I should include and what suppliers are worth looking at.
Have been to most suppliers in
Adelaide, but I do not know what I should actually look for in the construction of the trailer.
Thanks for your help
Paul
Reply By: Sand Man (SA) - Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 09:50
Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 09:50
Also Modern trailers at Lonsdale & Pooraka.
If you intend to use it for camping, I would suggest an off-road model with extended sides would be the best choice.
I bought
mine from Kessner Trailers and I recall discussing the optimal height for the sides of the trailer. My criteria was a trailer I could use for off-road travel and storage of my camping gear, but also one I could use for other purposes around the
home.
I decided on one with a 360mm deep tub section, rather than the "normal" 560mm deep tub more appropriate for a camper.
This allows an easier "reach" from the sides when shoveling sand, etc. but you do lose space more important to a full time camper.
Another good choice is an extended draw bar which makes long distance towing and reversing easier and also provides the extra room necessary for the inclusion of a (lockable) storage box on the A-frame at some stage or other.
Most manufacturers will "build to order" with whatever features and options you require. I suggest you provide your main requirements and they should be able to offer their recommendations and pricing structure to suit.
Bill.
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Reply By: paulvan - Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 14:28
Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 14:28
Skippy, Sand man, Louie, Mal and Di
thanks for the replies will get a few prices.
Is it worth to get it galv chassis and zincanneal body? Cost about $300.
Thanks for the help really appreciate it
Paul
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Reply By:- Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 20:14
Tuesday, Apr 22, 2008 at 20:14
G'Day Paul,
Gal trailer large initial cost but worthwhile long term
What to look for?
Look how far back the drawbar goes under the trailer. The further back generally the better the trailer
Box section frame under the floor, no angle iron
Wiring hidden away and soldered. Most just twisted together with a bit of electrical tape to cover
LED lights, they are so bl**dy cheap these days all trailers should have them
Long springs, (900mm), with shackle connection, not slipper
Square axle
heavy steel floor, chequer plate usual. Look along floor to make sure it holds shape, not dips along the length.
Some use folded chequer plate for floor and sides, but no common these days.
Drawbar 4" box section or HEAVY angle iron. Look at Aussie Swag campertrailer drawbar as a base.
Hope this helps
Rolande
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