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Old 06-13-2022, 07:24 AM   #6
larrys40
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Default Re: Trailer width for a model A

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The general length for the A is about 13 ft. I’ve had guys bring me A’s on trailers with side walls up and it is very close. In fact I have seen guys backing cars off some of these trailers and damage has occurred. I have both open and enclosed trailers and use them both as needed. The open has no sides and is strictly a car hauler style. I prefer that a flatbed style trailer that has NO sides. It is a pain to get under a car on a trailer with side rails.
Consider all the aspects and not just cost .

For what it’s worth a tandem trailer is best. I’m not a fan of hauling cars on single axle trailers. T’s are lighter than A’s so maybe with a T it’s better as they are also narrower.
Try loading your car on the one you want to buy first. See how it goes. I load things all the time by myself. Almost impossible to do in these narrow side rail trailers without a spotter on each side. It’s not with the risk and hassle in my opinion. My open car hauler is 20 ft beaver tail with pull out ramps storing inside the beaver tail at the back. I gave 1k for it used. My enclosed trailers are 20 ft. I like that size as there is lots of room. My circa 1987 one that use to be owned by the T club was 1500 ish and my newer ones were 9k. Lots of used choices out there if you look around. Wether new or used Choose wisely.
Larry

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