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Jaybannist(at)cs.com
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Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2008 7:46 am Post subject: Trailering

As some of you know, I am contemplating using my Harbor Freight trailer to move my fuselage from home to the airport.  The trailer is Model 90154, bed is 4' wide by 8' long.  It has 480-12 tires, 12" 4 lug wheels. 



Since the trailer is so light, I want to load it to capacity with sand bags to make the ride a little smoother.



The manual says that the Maximum Weight Capacity is 1,450 Lbs., and the Trailer Weight is 266 Lbs. 



So, can I carry 1,450 lbs; or 1,450 less 266 (1,184 lbs.)?



I'm sure I can't get an "official" answer on New Year's Day, so what do you guys think?



Jay in Dallas 601XL N2630J

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alaskajim(at)cox.net
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Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2008 8:49 am Post subject: Trailering

The tag on the tongue  of the trailer will state the GVW (or GVWR)  

which is the max weight including the trailer.   However, I would  

load the airplane and add sand bags until I could jump on the bed of  

the trailer and feel it spring up and down without bottoming out the  

springs.  Should be about perfect.

On Jan 1, 2008, at 8:45 AM, Jaybannist(at)cs.com wrote:



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 As some of you know, I am contemplating using my Harbor Freight  

 trailer to move my fuselage from home to the airport.  The trailer  

 is Model 90154, bed is 4' wide by 8' long.  It has 480-12 tires,  

 12" 4 lug wheels.



 Since the trailer is so light, I want to load it to capacity with  

 sand bags to make the ride a little smoother.



 The manual says that the Maximum Weight Capacity is 1,450 Lbs., and  

 the Trailer Weight is 266 Lbs.



 So, can I carry 1,450 lbs; or 1,450 less 266 (1,184 lbs.)?



 I'm sure I can't get an "official" answer on New Year's Day, so  

 what do you guys think?



 Jay in Dallas 601XL N2630J

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Jaybannist(at)cs.com
Guest

Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2008 9:24 am Post subject: Trailering

James,



That's just what I needed to know.  The tag on the trailer tongue lists GVWR and GAVW as 1,450 Lb.



Since I don't know what my fuselage weighs, your "bounce" method is what I'll use.



Thanks again - Jay

James Sagerser <alaskajim(at)cox.net> wrote:



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The tag on the tongue  of the trailer will state the GVW (or GVWR)  

which is the max weight including the trailer.   However, I would  

load the airplane and add sand bags until I could jump on the bed of  

the trailer and feel it spring up and down without bottoming out the  

springs.  Should be about perfect.

On Jan 1, 2008, at 8:45 AM, Jaybannist(at)cs.com wrote:



> 

>

> As some of you know, I am contemplating using my Harbor Freight  

> trailer to move my fuselage from home to the airport.  The trailer  

> is Model 90154, bed is 4' wide by 8' long.  It has 480-12 tires,  

> 12" 4 lug wheels.

>

> Since the trailer is so light, I want to load it to capacity with  

> sand bags to make the ride a little smoother.

>

> The manual says that the Maximum Weight Capacity is 1,450 Lbs., and  

> the Trailer Weight is 266 Lbs.

>

> So, can I carry 1,450 lbs; or 1,450 less 266 (1,184 lbs.)?

>

> I'm sure I can't get an "official" answer on New Year's Day, so  

> what do you guys think?

>

> Jay in Dallas 601XL N2630J

> Do not archive


>


>

>

chris Sinfield

Joined: 28 Nov 2006
Posts: 270
Location: Sydney Australia

Posted: Tue Jan 01, 2008 12:49 pm Post subject: Re: Trailering damage Q???

I remember a while back someone was moving his XL fuse  interstate and ended up damaging the elevator and needed it replaced as it cut through the back spar. 



I would like to read about it again, its on someones website but cannot remember who, you guys come across it?? he ended up putting a rubber elevator stopper on it .



Chris

daveaustin2(at)primus.ca
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Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 7:30 am Post subject: Trailering

Dave Austin  601HDS - 912, Spitfire Mk VIII

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aprazer

Joined: 24 Nov 2006
Posts: 93
Location: Boise, Idaho

Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 11:20 am Post subject: Trailering

See pix for a suggestion!



I successfully pulled this close to 700+/- miles at freeway speeds -- 75+/-

across Nevada. 



Did slow down for the bad winds that were encountered! 



Mack 

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Gig Giacona

Joined: 10 Jan 2006
Posts: 1416
Location: El Dorado Arkansas USA

Posted: Wed Jan 02, 2008 11:32 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

Well, if nothing else your plane doesn't have to worry about an STD during transport.



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ashontz

Joined: 27 Dec 2006
Posts: 723

Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 1:40 pm Post subject: Re: Trailering

For the youngsters here, condoms are not a guarantee against sexually transmitted diseases. Abstinance is the only truly safe option.



LOL



 	  Gig Giacona wrote: 	
		  Well, if nothing else your plane doesn't have to worry about an STD during transport.



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amyvega2005(at)earthlink.
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Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 2:41 pm Post subject: Trailering

ashontz,

jerking off has been found not to be a guarantee from STDs 



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ashontz

Joined: 27 Dec 2006
Posts: 723

Posted: Thu Jan 03, 2008 5:02 pm Post subject: Re: Trailering

Ah hahahaha, wow you're a funny guy. You probably say the poopy word that starts with S a lot too. You be cool.



 	  amyvega2005(at)earthlink. wrote: 	
		  ashontz,

jerking off has been found not to be a guarantee from STDs 



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aprazer

Joined: 24 Nov 2006
Posts: 93
Location: Boise, Idaho

Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:52 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

Gig, Andy and Amy;

Amazing uses! 

I have forwarded your suggestions to Saran Wrap for consideration and possible implementation!

In today's economy, corporations need to diversify -- prior to reaching the principle of diminishing returns! 

BTW, my bird was snug, warm and DRY during transport!

Mack



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ashontz

Joined: 27 Dec 2006
Posts: 723

Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 9:54 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

Saran Wrap: The other duct tape.



 	  aprazer wrote: 	
		  Gig, Andy and Amy;

Amazing uses! 

I have forwarded your suggestions to Saran Wrap for consideration and possible implementation!

In today's economy, corporations need to diversify -- prior to reaching the principle of diminishing returns! 

BTW, my bird was snug, warm and DRY during transport!

Mack



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skyridersbn(at)yahoo.com
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:09 am Post subject: Trailering

If this is all this website is about, then I AM OUTTA HERE!  I have NO TIME TO WASTE, WITH ALL THESE PEOPLES DELUSIONAL DREAMS.  THEY NEED TO GET A LIFE!  I'M SORRY I EVER WASTED MY TIME TAKING THE SUGGESTION OF A FRIEND TO COME HERE TO "FIND SOLUTIONS TO PROBLEMS".  I HAVE NO INTEREST IN THIS TYPE OF CRAP!!

   

  Larry H



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ashontz

Joined: 27 Dec 2006
Posts: 723

Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:15 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

I have no problems getting info here. I also have no problem find a few laughs here too as do others.



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[quote="skyridersbn(at)yahoo.com"]If this is all this website is about, then I AM OUTTA HERE!  I have NO TIME TO WASTE, WITH ALL THESE PEOPLES DELUSIONAL DREAMS.  THEY NEED TO GET A LIFE!  I'M SORRY I EVER WASTED MY TIME TAKING THE SUGGESTION OF A FRIEND TO COME HERE TO "FIND SOLUTIONS TO PROBLEMS".  I HAVE NO INTEREST IN THIS TYPE OF CRAP!!

   

  Larry H



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ashontz

Joined: 27 Dec 2006
Posts: 723

Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 11:30 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

What did you need help with. Post a question.



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[quote="skyridersbn(at)yahoo.com"]If this is all this website is about, then I AM OUTTA HERE!  I have NO TIME TO WASTE, WITH ALL THESE PEOPLES DELUSIONAL DREAMS.  THEY NEED TO GET A LIFE!  I'M SORRY I EVER WASTED MY TIME TAKING THE SUGGESTION OF A FRIEND TO COME HERE TO "FIND SOLUTIONS TO PROBLEMS".  I HAVE NO INTEREST IN THIS TYPE OF CRAP!!

   

  Larry H



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FlyDad57(at)neo.rr.com
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 1:07 pm Post subject: Trailering

Hey, Larry.  Lighten up a little.  It's only  temporary.  If you need solutions to problems, please let us know what they  are.  We'll help if possible.  These "other things" are just filler  for when things get too slow. Honest.

  

   

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amyvega2005(at)earthlink.
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Posted: Fri Jan 04, 2008 1:19 pm Post subject: Trailering

you are right! I do say the s word..   given I have kids in diapers, its the stuff between my finger nails.  



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cookwithgas

Joined: 06 Nov 2007
Posts: 159

Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 8:15 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

Hey Jay:



If you haven't already purchased your trailer, consider your local EAA chapter.  Our chapter in Omaha (EAA chapter 80) has a trailer that is used quite often.  We keep it out at the hangar and it has hauled three projects recently that have flown for the first time.  There are several other members getting close that have inquired about using the trailer.  



If your local chapter does not have a trailer, maybe you could talk them into buying one.  It is a great investment for the chapter since it gets used often.  Here's a picture of ours that I used in May to move my airplane out to the airport:



http://www.cooknwithgas.com/Finishing/5_5_07_Moving1.JPG



I'd offer to lend it to you but I made the drive from Dallas to Omaha a few weeks ago and I don't recommend it.  



Take care,



Scott Laughlin

www.cooknwithgas.com

Jaybannist(at)cs.com
Guest

Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 9:11 am Post subject: Trailering

Scott,



That trailer looks ideal.  I just couldn't find one like it.  I wound up renting a 24' straight frame trailer with a hydraulic loft gate.  We had th squeeze the main gear about 3" with a ratchet strap to get both wheels on the lift gate.  The photo is not a great one, but it got a little too busy to be taking photos.  Made the 35 mile trip in 1 hr., 20 min., with no damage.



Thanks, Jay 



"cookwithgas" <cookwithgas(at)HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:



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Hey Jay:



If you haven't already purchased your trailer, consider your local EAA chapter.  Our chapter in Omaha (EAA chapter 80) has a trailer that is used quite often.  We keep it out at the hangar and it has hauled three projects recently that have flown for the first time.  There are several other members getting close that have inquired about using the trailer.  



If your local chapter does not have a trailer, maybe you could talk them into buying one.  It is a great investment for the chapter since it gets used often.  Here's a picture of ours that I used in May to move my airplane out to the airport:



http://www.cooknwithgas.com/Finishing/5_5_07_Moving1.JPG



I'd offer to lend it to you but I made the drive from Dallas to Omaha a few weeks ago and I don't recommend it.  



Take care,



Scott Laughlin

www.cooknwithgas.com





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cookwithgas

Joined: 06 Nov 2007
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Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 9:28 am Post subject: Re: Trailering

Very Niceah!  I like the paint job!  Are those stickers or did you paint the decals?  Do you have more pictures?  I'd like to see more!  



Thanks Jay.



Scott.

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