Robertofox
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Utility Trailer Rental
Hey boys and girls, I need to rent or borrow a 5x10 utility trailer to deliver a Polaris Ranger to Punta Chivato then bring the trailer back a week
later. Anyone know of a place to rent the trailer that will allow it to go south of the border?........muchas grasias amigos........bob
Happy Trails....
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desertcpl
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you might want to think about buying a used one on Craigs list
then selling it when you get back NOB
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David K
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Don't forget to modify your Mexican auto insurance to include the trailer, which affects your car coverage as well.
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mtgoat666
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That sounds like a lot of work! Rental sounds easier than flocking around with buying, selling, dmv title transfer, etc.
Try cabaja rental car. They advertise utilitytrailer rentals for mexico.
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captkw
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trailers in mex/baja
Spare tires,leaf spring and wheel bearing kit go a Looongg way to saving the trip !!..trust me on this...LOL..!!
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AKgringo
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Whether you rent, or wind up buying a trailer, make sure it has full size tires.
I modified mine to run the same wheels and tires as the tow vehicle. That gives me two spares to use wherever needed. It also allows me to drop the
pressure if needed to soften the ride.
If you are not living on the edge, you are taking up too much space!
"Could do better if he tried!" Report card comments from most of my grade school teachers. Sadly, still true!
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Russ
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I agree buy one cheap and resale it here. Even if you don't get what you paid for it there is it's less hassles at the border with it in your name.
The cost of renting one and then hauling it back North should make up the difference. Measure the width of the Ranger. Some won't fit on a 5' trailer.
I can almost guaranty that the body will be a bit more than 5' so if the rails are too high you'll have a problem. Absolutely a good spare. The back
up bearing kit and spring would save a lot of time if needed also good for resale value.
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Bob and Susan
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I did this exercise last year...
bought a utility trailer...
problem...only road-worthy trailer cost $400
bought new tires...remounted them to the Suzuki when I arrived
serviced the bearings
sold the trailer here for $100
found out...not much of a market for a utility trailer here
the deal was fine even losing money because the cost to drive it back north would be $300 each way in the truck and housing while there.
forget bringing springs and bearings...
those are here and the road is great
just make sure the lights work and you're good to go
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bajamedic
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My Polaris Ranger 900XP is 6 feet wide and 10 feet long with stock tires, you may want to reconsider the size of trailer. JH
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captkw
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trailering from alaska to panama and back
with that said,,,I hope ya don't need a spring,,spare tire,,or wheel bearing kit....but anyone that has done a bit of towing would/will agree its a
MUST carry with you...finding one on the side of the road does not happen in Real world of trailering...and trailer parts in the states is hard
enough...let alone Baja..think smart and be prepared..please no foolish arguments about this simple fact of Road Warrior living !! K&T
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Bob and Susan
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not anymore...maybe in the past
bearings are available everywhere...geezzz you buy them at bass pro shops in the usa
springs are welded if they break...you can get those too later...I've broke several in the last few years
tires are the weakest link...light truck (lt) tires are the best...they hold the most weight
trailer tires suck
new tires are your best insurance
the road is very good these days...not too many bad spots
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captkw
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Jeez louwheez BOB !!
you just don't get it !! do you ?? ok for starters the best tires are NOT what you claim..(btw,I do this for a living) what you usally want are ST
tires,,not LT..ST stands for "SPECIAL TRAILER" AND ARE DESIGNED FOR guess What ?? That's right bob,,,trailers...and when a spring or spring bolt
breaks and your on the side of the road for hrs,,days,,a long weekend...So if we are gonna talk about trailers.. Please leave it to us pro's and not
weekend warriors...Nuff Said !!...K&T
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Robertofox
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Thank you all. At this time (3:30pm) Friday, it is better to buy a trailer ($1300+-) and with spare (everything), roll the dice. I've had good luck
lately. The road at this time is very good, was down earlier this month. Still looking on Craigs List.....thx
Happy Trails....
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Skipjack Joe
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Me too. I'm looking for a 5'X8' trailer. I think that should be large enough.
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Russ
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You're right! I don't know what I was thinking??? My trailer 6 1/2' wide for the 1" spacers. My first Ranger trailer was 6' wide and I had to remove
the side storage door to get it on and off.
Quote: Originally posted by bajamedic  | | My Polaris Ranger 900XP is 6 feet wide and 10 feet long with stock tires, you may want to reconsider the size of trailer. JH |
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desertcpl
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I do a little buying and selling here in Yuma
don't by a 5' wide for your ATV,, the resale on them suck
6' minimum
I also agree on standard size tires,,
and I agree with the Capt,,, good tires are a must
I know from experience being broke down in Baja
its a long way baby
[Edited on 1-17-2015 by desertcpl]
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J.P.
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Trailer Insurance
D.K. you are wrong, My Baja Liability covers anything I am Driving and Towing whether it belongs to me or not as long it is legally registered in
the U.S. or Canada.
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www.cabaja.com 18X8.5 utility trailer for rent as well as a 6x12 cargo trailer. Plus Vans, 4x4's, Crew Cab Trucks, Jeeps & more.
(619) 470-7368
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