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Old 12-07-2009, 10:09 PM
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Originally Posted by xcitmt
guess I need to look around. Here in PA anything over 3000 lb capasity requires trailer brakes.. was looking to avoid that. Not to mention the little cherokee already knows it is pulling the 5x10.. But thanks for all the input..

Here's a link with a 6 x 14 gvwr 2990lbs: TRAILER SUPERSTORE! Landscape Trailers, Utility Trailers For Sale

I used to own a 5 x 14 (harder to come by) but lighter still for your tow Cherokee. Prob is most sport quads sit a bit wider than 5ft and I had to pop one set of wheels on the rails when loading side by side. A blaster fits, A hawkeye probably-everything else... not so much

Keep in mind the weight you're adding comes mostly from the 3rd quad and not in the change from 5 x 10 to larger trailer.

Keep your eye out on Craig's list as Landscaper's are selling off in wintertime.

I admire your creativity, but the mod you're proposing seems a bit unsafe and I doubt the trailer would be up to the change in weight dynamics. If you pull it off please post the pix
 
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Old 12-07-2009, 10:28 PM
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thanks stink... I like the look of that 6.4x12 with two gates. Might be able to pass that by the wife. like your idea of looking for a landscaper in need of quick cast too. Who knows though.. still might play around with the idea. thanks guys
 
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Old 06-15-2010, 08:22 PM
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YOu didn't say if your trailer would be overweight with the third machine... Just remember this, you spent a great deal of $ on your quads. Is it worth not having a right sized trailer with brakes? You can get a car hauler factory direct from Kaufman that will haul 4 with no problems for about $2500.
 
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Old 06-15-2010, 08:36 PM
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personally, i had a 77"x16' i put a rear ramp and side ramp on. it was great. easy loading. had 2 quads sideways and 1 nosed straight in. i got rid of it, now i have a 7'x16' and i still load the same way! to me, i WILL have a tandem axle. just in case of blowouts. even though my wheelers are tied down, i like the extra stability/security of having 4 tires/wheels on the trailer.
 
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Old 06-24-2010, 01:19 PM
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Update.. purchased a Cat TRV in Jan.. Obviously needed a new trailer. Found a nice 7x14 tandem axle. Put a set of brakes on it and have room for a forth quad when the little one is ready.
 
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Old 06-24-2010, 03:10 PM
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It's good to hear you got a bigger trailer. How does your "little" jeep tow now? lol
 
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Old 06-24-2010, 03:29 PM
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Just fine thanks.. Loaded with all three quads it knows it has something back there, but better to give it a little more time than chew that new truck payment. The brakes on the trailer are the life saver though.
 
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Old 06-24-2010, 04:55 PM
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Thats good to hear. Have fun with it
 
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