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I’m moving from transporting a single kart to transporting two karts on a stacker stand for the upcoming karting season. I have been using a 5×10 utility trailer that has worked reasonably well for the single kart (except for the fact that the kart is exposed to the elements and you can’t leave it anywhere over night). I’m thinking of upgrading to an enclosed trailer for not only transporting but also storing at a local track. I’m thinking of something in the 6×12 to 7×14 range. Any suggestions on what the minimum size to go with? Any trailer manufacturers/brands to look for (or stay away from)? Other considerations? And thoughts on good places to buy (and potentially used to save some money)? Thanks
I have a trailer for sale. It’s a 2016 Pace 6×14 that served my son great. (I’m currently working 2nd shift until the end of the month so I’m kinda hard to get ahold of)
I try and focus on the overall weight and amount of usage. Also look at electrical needs. I went with solar and inverter on my sons trailer for charging batteries, phones and laptops. It provides plenty of power to do that and is totally maintenance free. For airing up tires I had to go to someone else’s tent for that. Air compressors draw too much amps at startup for a solar system to handle.
I was able to pull my trailer with anything, my old 351 Bronco, my E350 van and my Dad’s truck could all pull the trailer at 75mph fully loaded without overheating the tranny’s. IMO If you go up to a 17+’, and 2+ axels, make sure you have a vehicle to pull it. Larger trailers grab more wind. Unless you’re pulling with a diesel, I’d stay on the smaller side.
Trailers under 4000lbs don’t require trailer brakes. Bigger trailers do require them and that adds to cost and maintenance. If you’re vehicle doesn’t have a trailer brake system, and you’re not comfortable adding it yourself, shops in Denver can be expensive to add it.
When buying, hook it up and take it for a 10 mile drive. Just like test driving a car.
Brett Clatt
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