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Guy B

10-22-2003 09:35:56




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OK, I got a shot at a Ford 2N. Web sites have it weighing in at 2300-2500lbs. I have a "single axle" trailer with 3500lb rating and a small SUV rated at 3500lb towing.
Now I know this may not be the best solution, but by the numbers it looks like it is within the limits. It is for one trip of about 225 miles.
Opinions???!!!!




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uglyoldfatman

10-22-2003 17:55:18




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
Guy

Rule Of Thumb = ROT

What does the trailer weigh ?
What does the tractor weigh ?

Use MAX. Weights!!!

Add weights together.

ROT: If this total is 2/3's, or more of the tow vehicle weight, GET A BIGGER TOW TRUCK!!!!!

NEVER load a tounge pull trailer light on the tounge. This is what causes the two vehicles to start to "whip" back and fourth. THIS CAN GET YOU KILLED!

The list goes on. If you THINK something might not be right, more than likely it will not be. Use common sence. If you did not have doubts, you would not have posted a question here in the first place.

No matter how good a deal you might have gotten, it is not worth your life, or well being.

Good luck.

UG!

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rustyfarmall

10-22-2003 12:21:07




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
The others have kind of beat around the bush with it, I'll tell you point blank. That is not a good idea. Get a bigger rig, beg a friend, or hire it done.



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Guy B

10-22-2003 13:26:02




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 Re: Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to rustyfarmall, 10-22-2003 12:21:07  
rustyfarmall,
Thanks for the honesty! I agree with you. In fact If I do purchase the tractor I have decided to just hire it done. Got a quote for $250. I was hoping to put this all off until next spring when I can afford a pickup again! But then I got the bug for this nice 2N.

The thing that gets me is all the spec numbers. I would bet that the situation I outline is within the Manufactures limits on both trailer and SUV. But I have hauled a smaller Kubota in this trailer in the past and at about 1500lbs I really don't think I would want to go another 1000 lbs.

But thanks to all for the comments. Just needed someone to bring me back into realality.

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Joe

10-22-2003 10:45:36




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
Uhaul will rent a 2 axle trailer that will be safer than a single axle trailer with that kind of weight fairly reasonable.



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Guy B

10-22-2003 11:12:10




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 Re: Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Joe, 10-22-2003 10:45:36  
Thanks Joe and Allen, that sounds like a good option.



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Kelly C

10-22-2003 21:04:37




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 Re: Re: Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 11:12:10  
Dont tell them you want to haul a tractor though.
I told the uhaul guy I wanted to haul a trator and he wouldnt rent the thing to me.



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Allan

10-22-2003 10:49:04




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 Re: Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Joe, 10-22-2003 10:45:36  
Joe,

Real reasonable...They quoted me 3 days of use for $49.

That would be perfect for that little Ford. They have that built-in 'surge' braking system, which works really well.

Allan



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kyhayman

10-22-2003 10:34:02




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
I really hate towing a 2 wheel trailer behind anything especially an SUV. A trailer whipping with a top heavy SUV is disaster waiting to happen. Now I'll put almost anything on a gooseneck and go almost anywhere but bumper hitching is another story.



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Tom-Pa

10-22-2003 10:31:07




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
How much does the trailer weigh? Then subtract that from the trailer gross weight. What is left is what you can carry on that trailer...You may be overweight with the tractor. You may also have fluid in the tires. That adds more weight. Be careful.



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dhermesc

10-22-2003 09:59:38




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
What does the trailer weigh and is it tagged and at what weight? And what is the little SUV tagged for? Also due to the trailer only having one axle, what tongue weight can the little SUV handle? All those questions can come up if your stopped or have any kind of mishap.



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Indydirtfarmer

10-22-2003 09:44:01




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
Go slow. Be careful. Another "alternative" is to use an auto towing service, with a "roll-back" I have had several tractors hauled that way. It isn't the cheapest way, but it is safe. All it takes is one blown tire on your trailer, and you'll spend more trailering it yourself. Good luck, John



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RobertTX

10-22-2003 09:43:52




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 Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to Guy B, 10-22-2003 09:35:56  
Well, you can probably pull anything with anything if you want to bad enough. The main problem with the rig you are describing will be stopping. I am assuming that the trailer does not have brakes, most of those do not. I have never pulled anything with one of the smaller SUVs, but it does not sound real safe. Consider that in towing an unsafe load you are putting many people at risk besides yourself.

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Pitch

10-22-2003 18:31:30




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 Re: Re: Trailering a Tractor in reply to RobertTX, 10-22-2003 09:43:52  
According to my 1952 orginal 8N owners manual dry shipping weight is 2410 with air filled tires. I rented a Uhaul car trailer to get mine with but I also pulled with a half ton chevy. I once towed a car on a two wheel dolly using an S-10 Blazer with a 4.3, acording to the book I was within tolerances with that rig but there is no way I would ever do it again. Took forever to get up to speed and twice as far to slow it down. 225 miles is a pretty good haul so if I was you I would try to do it right. Only takes a split second to mess up your day.

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