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Old 10-27-2015, 09:46 AM   #1
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Default Buying a trailer need Model A Track Width Please

In the process of ordering an enclosed trailer that will be used to haul my 31 roadster and many other toys.

I need the Track Width (center to center distance, left to right between the tires).

I am planning on having recessed Etrack installed and want to position it the right locations.

Anyone have this dinimsion handy?

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Old 10-27-2015, 10:07 AM   #2
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One of my books lists Track at 56 inches.
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Old 10-27-2015, 10:08 AM   #3
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I don't understand why you don't just measure your 31.
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Old 10-27-2015, 10:17 AM   #4
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Default Re: Buying a trailer need Model A Track Width Please

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I don't understand why you don't just measure your 31.
Kinda what I thought
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Old 10-27-2015, 10:25 AM   #5
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Could be put away for the winter :-) ĄŁ€#% I know !
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Old 10-27-2015, 11:20 AM   #6
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Exactly, no access to it.

Thanks guys
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Old 10-27-2015, 11:35 AM   #7
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I don't understand why you don't just measure your 31.
Times 2 and then you are sure ! Wayne
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Old 10-27-2015, 04:14 PM   #8
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Now I understand why you don't measure it.
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Old 10-27-2015, 05:49 PM   #9
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Will the track dimension given in post #2 work with your other "toys"??
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Old 10-27-2015, 07:17 PM   #10
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Default Re: Buying a trailer need Model A Track Width Please

I have an 8.5 foot (102 inches) wide enclosed trailer. I can open both doors on my 30 roadster fully without touching the interior walls (just), i.e., if the roadster is centred. There is still a lot of room between the wheels and the housing for the trailer wheels. No issues there except not able to center on the first try when putting the car in the trailer
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Old 10-27-2015, 09:07 PM   #11
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I use and recommend a 102" wide closed trailer. The extra 6" inside is noticeable.
Need to pay attention to your driving and wider mirrors.
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Old 10-28-2015, 06:51 AM   #12
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Instead of installing track on the floor parallel to the wheels ...







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