Enclosed Trailer Advice

Cmattina81 · Aug 4, 2016

I have a Ferguson TO20 (approx 6'x10' 2700lbs). In need of a
trailer to haul this. Looking at getting a new 7x14 Haulmark
Enlcosed trailer. Trailer has (2) 3500lb axles (total gvwr 7000)
and 12" on center floor beams. Looking for any feedback on
pros or cons for this.

Also, any pros or cons for storing the tractor in this trailer as a
garage.

Thank you.

rustyfarmall · Aug 4, 2016

I think it should work. As a garage, you might want to create some sort of ventilation system to prevent/control condensation.

Cmattina81 · Aug 4, 2016

Thanks for the reply.

Do you think the weight of the tractor sitting in the trailer could cause a problem after time? I plan to jack the trailer up so that the weight is off the tires and axles, but obviously the weight will still be ion the
frame.

Thanks.

BarnyardEngineering · Aug 4, 2016

No problems at all. The trailer is designed to have weight on the floor.

Also don't worry about condensation. I've had a 7x14 enclosed trailer since 2004 and have never seen a single drop of condensation inside.

DScott · Aug 4, 2016

I have an 8.5X20 v-nose trailer and I store tractors in it between shows and leave one or two on there in the winter to give me more room in the shop. It has an insulated roof and I have never had any condensation problem with it. The trailer is parked under a shed.
I had a 7X14 foot trailer for years and it was like most trailers (and shops),,,never big enough.

jon f mn · Aug 4, 2016

That will depend on the flooring. If the trailer is set up for wheeled vehicles then you should be fine. If not, the floor will likely begin to sag between the crossmembers.

One thing to make sure of is that you have tiedowns strong enough and anchored well enough for a tractor.

Most enclosed trailers are not sealed, but are designed to shed water instead. That is why they get by without ventilation. Check around the doors in your to see how tight they are sealed. If they have a good seal you should watch for condensation as you may need a vent. If the doors are like most with a gutter around the door and a very basic seal you will likely be ok.

showcrop · Aug 4, 2016

I have always stored my snowmobiles in an enclosed trailer. They don't appear to have housings heavy or big enough to have condensation form on them. Last year I had to replace a jack shaft bearing inside a chain case housing. It was obvious that it had failed due to rust, and again it was inside a chain case. There is a vent at the top of the case right beside the bearing that rusted, and the air that passes in and out through the vent goes through the bearing. I keep it inside now where temp and humidity swings are a lot less.

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