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3-4 car to a 5 car?

Discussion in 'Car Hauler and Auto Carrier Trucking Forum' started by corderol181, Apr 17, 2016.

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  1. Apr 23, 2016 #11
    Terry270

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    I ran an infinity gn400 for 2 years when I started out and while I cringe when I think about going back to a non air brake trailer, I do consider it to be the best starter trailer out there. Hauls 4 easily or 3 high top extended vans or pickups.
     
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  3. Apr 23, 2016 #12
    corderol181

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    New infinitys cost too much. I'm trying to keep my payments low. I don't haul high top vans often, but if anything I put one in the very back
     
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  4. Apr 23, 2016 #13
    Terry270

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    You mentioned a 5 car, how were you going to afford one of those? If you are worried about payments on any of those cheap trailers then something is definitely wrong. Maybe too much was spent on a dually?
     
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  5. Apr 23, 2016 #14
    corderol181

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    No, but why would I spend more on an infinity when I can get a wedge for half the price and do the same work?
     
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  7. Apr 23, 2016 #15
    Terry270

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    A wedge cannot fit what an infinity or the Kaufman can. Also with the gn400 I averaged 10mpg+
     
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  8. Apr 23, 2016 #16
    corderol181

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    But if I'm going to invest in a gn400, why not get the gn550. They cost the same thing, but I can haul one more car
     
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  9. Apr 23, 2016 #17
    Terry270

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    I agree. Plus it's gets you away from the tri axle
     
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  10. Apr 23, 2016 #18
    bmercer

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    According to there site GN550 weighs 13000
    and the GVWR is 25000,
    that only leaves 12k pay load.
    Doesn't seem like a good deal to me.
    What am I missing.
     
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  11. Apr 24, 2016 #19
    KANSAS TRANSIT

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    Don't forget about the weight you are picking up on your tractor (pin).
     
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  12. Apr 24, 2016 #20
    bmercer

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    Hey Kansas,
    Been following your post for a while.
    Love those rigs you have.
    What is typical % for tongue weight.
    I've heard anywhere from 10 to 25 %.
     
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