BlindVending Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 It's about time I get my own trailer to pick up local deals and installs. Should I just buy a open trailer with lift gate or an enclosed v nose type trailer. If I opt for the enclosed how high should I get Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Ed Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 i started with an enclosed and thought it served my purpose well until i tried a friend's lowered open trailer. Made moving machines easily a one man job as opposed to the enclosed trailer...With enclosed trailer had too many issues with having to tilt machines to get them through the doorway when going up the ramp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southeast Treats Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 Never used an enclosed trailer, but measuring most standard size for headroom will show you real quick that there is limited space! An open trailer with a long ramp will do the job; if you really want to get fancy there are trailers that lower flat to ground level.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chkoolaid1 Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 What if anything do you cover an open trailer with during winter? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Clarification: what do you cover the machines with* Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orsd Posted May 15, 2016 Share Posted May 15, 2016 What if anything do you cover an open trailer with during winter? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Clarification: what do you cover the machines with* Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Tarp them like flatbed semi drivers. They drive all sorts of stuff through all sorts of weather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southeast Treats Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 What is this winter you speak of? I'm in Florida.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKK Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Open trailer is easy one man job, and safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wegroup Posted May 16, 2016 Share Posted May 16, 2016 Uhaul has a great two-axel open trailer with a large ramp. I prefer to move machines with another person for safety sake. You can rent alot of trailers for what you'll pay to buy one. Of course, I'm only a 30 machine operation, some guys. Ae probably moving equipment daily. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smartvendnw Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Happy to see majority saying open style. I had the same question. My next placement of machines will be done by myself with an open trailer and I installed a hitch on my van. I'm still a new operation and small but wanted something for every scenario. UHaul def seemed like the best option- roughly $39 a day for the trailer. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZVendor Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Just realize that Uhaul trailers probably can't take the weight of vending machines and the ramps and decks don't lend themselves to moving machines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smartvendnw Posted May 17, 2016 Share Posted May 17, 2016 Just realize that Uhaul trailers probably can't take the weight of vending machines and the ramps and decks don't lend themselves to moving machines. Good point. It can only hold two machines max, if that. 1600 lb max. In my scenario small and nimble is what I'm after. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SchligVend Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 The open trailers from uhaul have a steep ramp also Sent from my LG-H810 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlindVending Posted May 18, 2016 Author Share Posted May 18, 2016 Feel free to post pictures of the trailers you guys have. I dont want one of the mesh ramps they look kinda flimsy. Not sure if i will just use adjustable wood ramps. And how high should I have the rails on the sides of the trailer. I live beside i trailer factory so looking at having one custom made for me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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