Oliver Jetson
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 02:40 PM |
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Trailer
I'm in need of a trailer however I have some specific requirements.
Due to me passing my test after the towing "free for all" cut off date I'm limited to what I can tow and with what. I won't
bore you with the Dvla rules and calculations.
I have calculated that I need a trailer with an absolute maximum gross weight of 1400kg and a carrying capacity good enough to take my Roadsport
Caterham.
It needs to be twin axle and braked in good condition with working electrics etc. Wheel rack would be nice too.
A Brian James Minno would be ideal (particularly one with a folding tow pole so it can fit in my single garage).
I don't have a limitless budget so please bare that in mind. These trailers do come up now and then for £800 to £1000 so this is my range.
Thanks,
Oli
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SeaBass
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 02:51 PM |
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Do the B+E test. I did last October and now I have more freedom to tow up to the Vehicles tow limit.
It's a strict test as they consider it for vocational use by builders with diggers etc. I got some tuition from a HGV instructor and it actually
improved my road driving.
James
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BigFaceDave
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 03:39 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by SeaBass
Do the B+E test. I did last October and now I have more freedom to tow up to the Vehicles tow limit.
It's a strict test as they consider it for vocational use by builders with diggers etc. I got some tuition from a HGV instructor and it actually
improved my road driving.
James
How hard is the test? I need to do it soon and im just curious as to what they test you on? I have towed trailers before with tractors and small
trailers with my van etc just wondering what kind of things they test you on? is it the kind of test that im going to need extra training? I used to
have motorbikes so I am quite aware of reading the road etc and also use a flatbed transit on a daily basic so I am used to strapping loads on etc
didnt know if this came into it?
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lsdweb
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 06:31 PM |
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I think you'll struggle to find a twin axle trailer with a GVW of 1400 or below. My single axle, folding trailer has a GVW of 1500kg. All the
Woodford lightweight twin axle ones are 1600kg minimum. I think the BJ Minno is 1600 too.
I'd suggest doing the test too.
Regards
Wyn
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Oliver Jetson
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 06:34 PM |
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The older regular Brian James Minnos that they don't make any more (not the current generation Minno Max) are available second hand as twin axle
braked with a 1380kg gross weight and a 1.65m wide bed.
They do a Clubman 100-0200 which is twin axle with a 1380kg gross which would be fine but my budget won't stretch to a new trailer (close to
£1500 inc VAT on a bog standard no frills one).
There are a few Minnos/Clubmans for sale second hand at the moment but a bit too far away from me.
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coozer
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 06:45 PM |
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The test is much the same as an artic test and instruction from an HGV training company is the way to go.
1972 V8 Jago
1980 Z750
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CRAIGR
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 06:46 PM |
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Brian James Minno Trailer | eBay UK
Brian James Minno trailer 2004 | eBay UK
[Edited on 10/4/11 by CRAIGR]
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Oliver Jetson
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 07:00 PM |
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quote:
Originally posted by CRAIGR
Brian James Minno Trailer | eBay UK
Brian James Minno trailer 2004 | eBay UK
[Edited on 10/4/11 by CRAIGR]
The first one would be absolutely perfect but I spoke to him yesterday and he's sold it already 
The second one I have on my watch list although it's a 6 hour round trip away.
Cheers,
Oli
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lsdweb
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| posted on 10/4/11 at 07:09 PM |
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Sorry - I was looking at new trailer stats. It seems the manufacturers have upped their plated weight which increases the usability of the trailers
but cuts out part of the market! I guess that also means you tow car needs to be heavier!
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