The Ford Barn

marc hildebrant · 10-09-2015, 08:03 PM

Used a UHaul car transport to take my Model A from Minnesota to Cape Cod. Worked O.K. even with the narrow tires and the wheel strap method used by UHaul.

Had a number of people give me a thumbs up as they passed me...also, I had some people take pictures as they drove by. One guy on the New York thru way even tried to talk to me as they were passing !

I used the UHaul method since the commercial people couldn't give me a fixed time to pick up the car or deliver it. Plus, they wanted more than 1$ per mile (1500 miles from MN to Cape Cod). The UHaul car hauler was $240.

Marc

mshmodela · 10-09-2015, 08:08 PM

About 25 years ago, I did a one way UHaul trunk rental from Florence, SC to Toledo, OH.. all fine but the 55mph max speed and I-77 in WV was a white knuckle grip time

Last large truck I rented was from Rider.. I'll say lots of improvement from 20 years + ago..

Mitch//pa · 10-09-2015, 08:47 PM

u hauls do the job if you dont mind the car being exposed to the elements... i used one to get my first A in 2006 from ILL to PA... the hydraulic brake systems work adequate...

1stGrumpy · 10-09-2015, 09:14 PM

Worked good!

Dave O · 10-09-2015, 09:25 PM

I like the Uhaul trailers. Very well built and well maintained. They track well behind the pulling vehicle and the low profile makes for easier loading. I do utilize additional hold-down straps, just for extra safety.

C26Pinelake · 10-09-2015, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave O

I like the Uhaul trailers. Very well built and well maintained. They track well behind the pulling vehicle and the low profile makes for easier loading. I do utilize additional hold-down straps, just for extra safety.

If you read the feedback comments and national reviews Uhaul products are anything but well maintained! In fact many have been declared unsafe. Wayne

PC/SR · 10-09-2015, 10:39 PM

I have used the Uhaul trailer and dolly and have no complaints about the equipment. Some less than friendly folks, but that is local. They just seem to think they are doing me a favor.

Anteek29 · 10-09-2015, 11:21 PM

Hey 1st. Grumpy...where along the trip did you lose the hood, rad and engine?!
(Nice photo).

smittykid · 10-10-2015, 06:04 AM

I like the Uhaul trailers. I've used them several times with no problems. The major problem for me has been availability. I've reserved trailers in the past and cancelled the reservation when I didn't buy the car. No hassle from Uhaul.
I now have my own 16 ft. alum car hauler & I love it!

1stGrumpy · 10-10-2015, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Anteek29

Hey 1st. Grumpy...where along the trip did you lose the hood, rad and engine?!
(Nice photo).

Somewhere east of Dallas, dang whipper snappers!

Joop · 10-10-2015, 06:55 AM

Welcome to Massachusetts Marc.

Steve Wastler · 10-10-2015, 07:34 AM

Texas to Maryland....

Hoogah · 10-10-2015, 08:13 AM

Here's my UHaul rig, ready for and in action. The entire outfit is colour matched with the whitewall theme tastefully extended throughout.

Is this what we're talking about?

Bob Johnson · 10-10-2015, 08:47 AM

Fresh in from Denmark

mshmodela · 10-10-2015, 09:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Bob Johnson

Fresh in from Denmark

That's a great shot... Somehow cars that are in that shape and have a new home is just a wonderful sight!

Brendan · 10-10-2015, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by PC/SR

I have used the Uhaul trailer and dolly and have no complaints about the equipment. Some less than friendly folks, but that is local. They just seem to think they are doing me a favor.

I worked there for 6 months, it was the worst job I had!

53RYDER · 10-10-2015, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve Wastler

Texas to Maryland....

That fit inside? Not much clearance I'd bet!

Glenn

burner31 · 10-10-2015, 09:59 AM

I had no problem.
My jeep even pulled her home with ease.

Joop · 10-10-2015, 10:15 AM

I-Hauled our original Coupe this way.

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dlfrisch · 10-10-2015, 10:46 AM

I used a U-haul to haul my "A" to the engine re-builder garage. About 80 miles each way. No problem. I think the total cost was about $75.00 dollars for (I think - 2 days use) It's like any collectibles though, to the open road travel. I wouldn't want to go any long distances with a restored vehicle exposed to possible damage. It is better to be in an enclosed trailer of truck.

10-09-2015, 08:03 PM	#1
marc hildebrant Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Cape Cod Posts: 1,128	UHaul Used a UHaul car transport to take my Model A from Minnesota to Cape Cod. Worked O.K. even with the narrow tires and the wheel strap method used by UHaul. Had a number of people give me a thumbs up as they passed me...also, I had some people take pictures as they drove by. One guy on the New York thru way even tried to talk to me as they were passing ! I used the UHaul method since the commercial people couldn't give me a fixed time to pick up the car or deliver it. Plus, they wanted more than 1$ per mile (1500 miles from MN to Cape Cod). The UHaul car hauler was $240. Marc

10-09-2015, 08:08 PM	#2
mshmodela Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: Cleveland, Ohio Posts: 2,763	Re: UHaul About 25 years ago, I did a one way UHaul trunk rental from Florence, SC to Toledo, OH.. all fine but the 55mph max speed and I-77 in WV was a white knuckle grip time Last large truck I rented was from Rider.. I'll say lots of improvement from 20 years + ago.. __________________ -Mike Late 31' Ford Model A Tudor, Miss Daisy I don't work on cars --I'm learning about my Model A. Cleveland, Ohio

10-09-2015, 08:47 PM	#3
Mitch//pa BANNED Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bucks County, PA Posts: 11,454	Re: UHaul u hauls do the job if you dont mind the car being exposed to the elements... i used one to get my first A in 2006 from ILL to PA... the hydraulic brake systems work adequate...

10-09-2015, 10:39 PM	#7
PC/SR Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 1,278	Re: UHaul I have used the Uhaul trailer and dolly and have no complaints about the equipment. Some less than friendly folks, but that is local. They just seem to think they are doing me a favor.

10-09-2015, 11:21 PM	#8
Anteek29 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2014 Location: Santa Maria, CA Posts: 985	Re: UHaul Hey 1st. Grumpy...where along the trip did you lose the hood, rad and engine?! (Nice photo). __________________ Alan 1929 Special Coupe 1941 Pick-Up 1955 Victoria

10-10-2015, 06:55 AM	#11
Joop Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 2,950	Re: UHaul Welcome to Massachusetts Marc.

10-10-2015, 08:47 AM	#14
Bob Johnson Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: California Posts: 977	Re: UHaul Fresh in from Denmark

10-10-2015, 10:46 AM	#20
dlfrisch Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Florida - 32128 Posts: 416	Re: UHaul I used a U-haul to haul my "A" to the engine re-builder garage. About 80 miles each way. No problem. I think the total cost was about $75.00 dollars for (I think - 2 days use) It's like any collectibles though, to the open road travel. I wouldn't want to go any long distances with a restored vehicle exposed to possible damage. It is better to be in an enclosed trailer of truck.