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Post by CORE 4WD on Aug 19, 2008 6:26:00 GMT -5
Besides the greater towing capacity with the gooseneck, I'm curious what other differences should be considered when choosing between these two types of trailers. I'm leaning towards a tow-behind so that I can still throw all my trail ride stuff in the truck bed.
Thanks for any input...
Dave
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Post by jeeepxj on Aug 19, 2008 7:59:56 GMT -5
Pro-goose here!! Just keep in mind. If you end up with a "tag-along" most factory hitches are only good for 5k lbs without weight distribution. I think we're all guilty of using them for greater weights. I'd swap out the factory hitch for a Class V 2" receiver for a good tag set-up. If you're worried about being able to throw stuff in the back of the truck, I'd make provisions on the front portion of a gooseneck trailer. I'm sure you'll end up with a longer than needed trailer and will have ample space. Traveling down Rt. 29 to Oak Ridge at the ummm.... speed limit???  made me a firm believer in goosenecks. You'll never be "wagging the tail" of a gooseneck. my 2 pennies.. |
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Post by FJ40Fran on Aug 19, 2008 8:06:08 GMT -5
Dave, the gooseneck is going to cost you more... but it's the best tow you can get, whether light or heavy. It's more forgiving when you load, because you can put much more weight on the tongue. Turns are shorter, backing easier. Biggest advantage is when breaking, the trailer load weight is distributed to both truck axles rather than further squatting your tail end.
Disadvantages, the trailer will weigh more to start with is longer for storage (not too much though). Yes, you loose the option of putting a shell on and sleeping in it, or putting all your stuff in. That to me is your biggest trade off, but it can be compensated with extra length and storage on the trailer.
Reality is, even though your Bronco will be heavier than any Jeep or Toyota, you'll be fine with a medium weight tow-behind. I recommend staying away from the average car-hauler trailer with light axles and opt for a little heavier built with at least 5k axles and good E-rated tires. Good trailer tires contribute to straight towing. Oh, and by all means brakes on both axles.
That's my two cents.... Fran
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Post by JeepCJ5 on Aug 19, 2008 12:08:18 GMT -5
I will probably move to a gooseneck trailer and bigger truck if I ever start towing 2 Jeeps, but for now I'm perfectly happy with the 16' tag along with duel axle brakes. Never had (knock on wood) any control or braking issues.
Derek
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Post by CORE 4WD on Aug 19, 2008 13:39:39 GMT -5
To add to this, where are the best trailer dealers? If only I could get as lucky as Billy and score a new trailer like his for $2500...we found it coming back from Hatteras.
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Post by broncobilly on Aug 19, 2008 19:44:44 GMT -5
Whatever trailer you decide on make sure you put a brake contoller box in your truck. Get the good one.
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Post by jeeepxj on Aug 19, 2008 20:03:25 GMT -5
Whatever trailer you decide on make sure you put a brake contoller box in your truck. Get the good one. Prodigy?? |
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Post by jeeepxj on Aug 19, 2008 20:11:46 GMT -5
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Post by CORE 4WD on Aug 19, 2008 20:31:58 GMT -5
Whatever trailer you decide on make sure you put a brake contoller box in your truck. Get the good one. It's got one in it, I'd have to look at the model. Adam (newt) used it to haul his buggy but that was considerably lighter. It does have the adjustable dial on it.... Craig, I do have a couple options for storage. I just need to sell the XJ to fund it! ;D |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 19, 2008 20:53:27 GMT -5
The real question is how wide is the Bronco? Will you ever use wider rims and tires? Eighty-four inches in the widest tag without going deck-over. They do make tag deck-over trailers. Like Craig said, Rt. 29 is the deal with a goosey, and a handful with a tag. My 2 cents.
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Post by jeeepxj on Aug 20, 2008 5:02:17 GMT -5
The real question is how wide is the Bronco? Will you ever use wider rims and tires? Eighty-four inches in the widest tag without going deck-over. They do make tag deck-over trailers. Like Craig said, Rt. 29 is the deal with a goosey, and a handful with a tag. My 2 cents. He'll definitely need a deck-over, that thing is WIDE. |
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Post by jeeepxj on Aug 26, 2008 17:50:43 GMT -5
Don't rule out buying a new one either. Sometimes people want top notch prices for their used junk. I doubt you'll spend over $150 in fuel fetching one of these.I believe they'll do slid in ramps for the same price. Might not as good of a deal as Billy's tag, but still a darn good deal on a brand new goose! |
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Post by toynrnd on Aug 26, 2008 18:51:56 GMT -5
Do it this way...  or this way is a little safer...  |
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Post by FJ40Fran on Aug 26, 2008 21:02:37 GMT -5
Don't rule out buying a new one either. Sometimes people want top notch prices for their used junk. I doubt you'll spend over $150 in fuel fetching one of these.I believe they'll do slid in ramps for the same price. Might not as good of a deal as Billy's tag, but still a darn good deal on a brand new goose! That is the model I have, adding another 6 feet to make it 26 ft deck and 4 ft dove tail, with a couple upgrades to support the length. Chris, don't like the dolly method to tow a goose neck for many reasons. Might be fine if you're on pavement all the time. No way I'd like to tow with that on grassy hillsides and such. I shiver in my seat, just thinking about the squirrelly possibilities of that dolly setup. Fran |
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Post by toynrnd on Aug 26, 2008 21:15:54 GMT -5
I've never seen one in use, but it scares me too!
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