Pull behind Trailer question

[danlnc]

I have a utility trailer from Lowes and was thinking of selling it and buying a little tag along from Harbor Freight. But I am wondering if I couldn't just cut down the one I have. Is it too big? How hard would it be to move the tongue back. Or move the axle forward. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[NancysToy]

Go with a new one...or at least a used one meant for a motorcycle. The suspension will be too stiff on the heavier trailer...and the component parts are heavy, too...even if cut down.

 

[danlnc]

That's what I was thinking. I think I will keep the big trailer and get a small when I can afford it. For now I think I will trailer the bike if we plan on camping.

 

[katnapper]

Go with a new one...or at least a used one meant for a motorcycle. The suspension will be too stiff on the heavier trailer...and the component parts are heavy, too...even if cut down.

I Agree! :2thumbs:

 

[Oldmanzues]

I would agree on a new one, but different reasons. In cutting down and drilling new holes would require very precive (sp ?) measurements and drilling to keep the "trueness" of the trailer.
A "speed wobble" with a trailer would not be a good thing.
Oldmanzues

 

[retread]

I've got a Tag a long; a couple of suggestions, use a 20% coupon that you can clip from most motorcycle or car magazines, check the wiring, there were shorts in mine caused by naked splices. With a set of 12 inch wheels, it went to Spyderfest with us, and has been on several other shorter trips with no problems.

john