Enclosed trailers?

[HHR]

Check out the Pace trailers. I've had one for 20 years and it's still in great shape. I know many others who have them who are very happy too.

I was under the understanding that Pace is no longer in business.

 

[newbury]

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I'm look for min 6x12 with v-nose. Will haul zero turn, ATVs, small tractor, etc. I may consider a bigger one. Would be nice to have 4500 lbs load capacity for larger antique tractors.
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If 4.5K is your MAXIMUM capacity you should be able to get by w/ a dual 3,500 lb axle rig. But if you need to go much higher then you are looking at dual 5K axles and they are fairly rare in off-the-shelf pre-builts but can be ordered.

I've been looking for a 7x16 enclosed 10K trailer for about 4 years and only have found a few used, and they were pricey. I've gotten quotes from quality mfg's for about $4.5K. My primary purpose is/was to haul my household from Alexandria, Va to Fulton, Ms, about one trip every three months.

We are VERY gradually retiring to Mississippi and take our time "putting a load together". I've driven down U-Haul rental trailers, 26' Penske rental box trucks and what fit's out "lifestyle" is to gradually fill a trailer then drag it down when the stars align.

SWMBO however put her foot down at buying another expensive "toy" to park in a driveway and another option, renting a UHaul trailer is about $600 a pop.

So last year I put sides and a roof on my equipment trailer.
First I added sides so I could better carry mulch etc.

Then I added 3/4x4x8 sheets of plywood for sides.

and used 1/2x4x about 6.5 for the roof. I went with only 4' sides because I've found that unless I'm REALLY diligent it's rare I HAVE to pack much over 4' high (like a freezer)

I standardized on 3/8 16 bolts for fasteners. Mostly flat 4" U-bolts, as you can see on the uprights, but also a lot of straight bolts w/ washers and T-nuts. This standardization on the bolts let's me put it all together and take it apart with my trusty 9/16 socket on my DeWalt 20V max drill. It would be a true pain to bolt/unbolt w/ a manual socket wrench

And when I'm done it all comes apart for bigger toys which WOULDN'T fit in an enclosed trailer.

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It takes me about a slow day to disassemble and probably a slow day to reassemble by myself. Materials cost was about $800.

Sure I'd like a fully enclosed trailer but this let's me get by w/ one trailer in suburbia and a 20' driveway. Plus SWMBO is happy.

So PapaP good luck in finding a trailer to suit your needs, be careful in getting something that won't handle your max weight needed. Also if you list your location we might be able to give you pointers to resources near you.

/edit - almost all the wood is PT

 

[DFB]

I also have a Pace 6x10, single axle new 15 years ago now...came with finished ceiling, interior lights, roof vent, racing flag check lino floor, D rings, and 6" of xtra height...sweet

I suggest getting dual axles also

My 18 ft dual axle utility trailer is Carmate brand, extremely well built.

 

[PapaPerk]

I was under the understanding that Pace is no longer in business.

They have a functioning website.

 

[docone]

Take a look at "lift off" stock trailers, they are designed with jacks to lift the enclosure off the deck for dual purpose applications and come in many configurations.

Cheers,

 

[joeyd]

Interstate Trailers makes different levels of enclosed trailers with many options and customization available. They have 3 plants located in Idaho, Arizona and Arkansas. They sell them through Trailer's Plus outlets, over 30 stores in the western US.

 

[PapaPerk]

I bought a 7 x 16 Pace used and no complaints... the floor is sturdy, I have D ring tie downs and the ramp is very convenient... Over the last 6 years my only repair has been to replace one row of ramp hinge screws. Only other issue is the molded ABS? where the front meets the roof does have a few cracks that I covered with black tape. I had looked a real nice... read expensive trailers that were 4 to 5 times what I paid.

That's a good looking trailer! That's kinda what I'm looking for.

 

[Pete6114]

If i was to buy one today, it be a Neo All Aluminum. Got a Pace and wouldn't recommend it..

 

[ultrarunner]

That's a good looking trailer! That's kinda what I'm looking for.

I think I got lucky... just about to give up when this one came along for $3200.

Had only been used for motorcycles... took out 6 Motorcycle Wheel Chocks so I'd have a clear floor.

The guy was going bigger and decided to sell.

The 7' size lets me see down the sides of the trailer with my truck mirrors... have also towed wider and didn't feel as comfortable to me.

My neighbor uses a 8 x 22 full height trailer for his business... seems like a monster to me... besides it would be too big for my 1/2 ton Silverado.

 

[bullbreaker]

I'am not saying its the best ETC but heres my 2005 Continental car hauler , 20'x8' high and high enough to drive my Bota L3400 w/FEL into it.
I have tie downs in it, its paneled, 4 inner lights in /on roof, stabilizer bar and load levers, upgraded batt from small mini they come with to deep cycle marine, 4' side cargo door upgrade from 3' standard, 2 roof vents, no leaks . Been very pleased with this unit .
I pull it with my 2011 F250 4X4 Diesel (def) 6.7 . I currently have a workbench in it .