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Not TDI or car related, but I am sure some of you have experience, so:
We are looking into getting an enclosed cargo trailer, probably 8 or 8.5 by 20, with a rear ramp door and 10,000 lb capacity. Not certain we need the 10K, but since I don't really know the weight of the cargo and I think there is a chance 7K might not be enough (especially if it is one of the heavier trailers) I'm looking at 10K to be safe.
One trailer dealer expressed the trailer manufacturing business as a "race to the bottom", with everyone trying to have the lowest price. Obviously the cheaper the trailer the more corners cut and less, lower quality, thinner, or cheaper materials being used.
I have often seen "you get what you pay for", but I don't know how accurate that really is. Some manufacturers may be charging more for their brand name, or a dealer may be charging more just because. The phrase I've seen that better reflects reality is "You always pay for what you get, sometimes you get what you pay for."
Anyway, I could use some advice on what features are important to look for, which manufacturers or dealers are good, and which are bad. Any other advice is also appreciated.
I am in NY, but will drive anywhere on the eastern half of the country for the trailer, if it is worth it.
Thanks!
We are looking into getting an enclosed cargo trailer, probably 8 or 8.5 by 20, with a rear ramp door and 10,000 lb capacity. Not certain we need the 10K, but since I don't really know the weight of the cargo and I think there is a chance 7K might not be enough (especially if it is one of the heavier trailers) I'm looking at 10K to be safe.
One trailer dealer expressed the trailer manufacturing business as a "race to the bottom", with everyone trying to have the lowest price. Obviously the cheaper the trailer the more corners cut and less, lower quality, thinner, or cheaper materials being used.
I have often seen "you get what you pay for", but I don't know how accurate that really is. Some manufacturers may be charging more for their brand name, or a dealer may be charging more just because. The phrase I've seen that better reflects reality is "You always pay for what you get, sometimes you get what you pay for."
Anyway, I could use some advice on what features are important to look for, which manufacturers or dealers are good, and which are bad. Any other advice is also appreciated.
I am in NY, but will drive anywhere on the eastern half of the country for the trailer, if it is worth it.
Thanks!