Looking at buying my first trailer. What do you think?

MrsB · Postby **MrsB** » Sun Nov 11, 2012 6:56 pm

Have a look at Tilta Trailers Qld. We've had a few different trailers before buying 2 of these and it's the best thing we did. They're light, tow well, easy to load and no ramps. We also wanted something that would tow a variety of cars so we optioned up to the wider decks. Also suitable for low cars. Only down side that I can mention is that the paint is a bit thin. Worth a look if you're buying new!

Smokinscotty · Postby **Smokinscotty** » Sun Nov 11, 2012 7:30 pm

Do you use the single or dual axle types?
They do look awesome

MrsB · Postby **MrsB** » Sun Nov 11, 2012 8:54 pm

We've got the dual axle, not keen on single

mazmad · Postby **mazmad** » Thu Nov 15, 2012 8:08 pm

Hi MrsB

Spoke to Tilta Trailers. I like the look of their product. Have you got the electric brakes or mechanical?

gslender · Postby **gslender** » Thu Nov 15, 2012 8:51 pm

So how much are those tilta trailers?

G

Smokinscotty · Postby **Smokinscotty** » Thu Nov 15, 2012 8:58 pm

They advertise on trading post :wink:

mazmad · Postby **mazmad** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 7:17 pm

Any recommendations for trailer hire in Sydney? I plan to buy one over xmas but want one for the next 2 weekends.

Smokinscotty · Postby **Smokinscotty** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 8:46 pm

Quick search brought up quick and easy trailer hire in Beverly hills. $300 for a week.
Or try trailer rentals .com.au.....

I used to hire a trailer from a guy in Bexley, but can't find him online or really remember the address.

I was planning on just using a rental until I save enough for a tilta!

mazmad · Postby **mazmad** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 9:28 pm

Thanks Scotty. I am in Qld over Xmas and am planning on checking out tilta trailers then too

I checked out one of the trailerrentals.com.au locations (they rent from various petrol stations) and their trailer would do the job. It looks like it would carry a sherman tank, and could well be made from a recycled sherman tank. Trying to find something a little lighter/smaller, but if not it will do the trick.

Smokinscotty · Postby **Smokinscotty** » Mon Nov 19, 2012 11:26 pm

From previous experience the words lightweight and rental generally never go together.
They are also almost never low car friendly.

What vehicle are you using to tow with?

mazmad · Postby **mazmad** » Tue Nov 20, 2012 7:32 am

You got it. Bullet proof is better than flimsy though I guess.

It is an Audi Q5. Has 2.2 tonne towing capacity so will be within that.

There are a couple of other rental places in the inner west I will have a look at also.

Tony · Postby **Tony** » Tue Nov 20, 2012 9:27 am

I've recently bought a single axle Tilta Trailer on eBay. I should have it at the next Wakefield club day if you'd like to take a closer look. Look for me near the grey SE, No. 86.

mazmad · Postby **mazmad** » Tue Nov 20, 2012 10:16 am

Great Tony, will come looking for you. I will be #98.
Craig.

colster3 · Postby **colster3** » Fri Jan 11, 2013 6:37 pm

I built my own, it looks similar with two tracks and a empty middle. I set my guard low enough to open the doors. I probably spent nearly double the price of that trailer! Most builders, if you ask them will set the guards lower. My trailer is 6ft wide and the length of an NB... I only have over-ride cable discs but I set blocks where the front wheels go so the trailer is loaded correctly every time.

Others will say that you have to have electric brakes but the reasons are because the owners don't normally put their cars in the same place each time which can cause the trailer to misbehave. If you set things up properly you don't normally have any troubles..

That's my 2 cents worth, come and see me at WP on the 27th if you want to talk further! (That is, if you are in Sydney!)