Hey guys - Just checking to see what you guys are using as a car hauler for track/travel days. Seems to be a wide range of setups available. Any recommendations as I will have an SUV with towing kit dedicated to this? Thanks in advance. APC
I've got an RNR trailer - they are out of 3 rivers MI - good guys - high quality trailer - price is right too. Featherlite are good - but IMHO overpriced. I have beavertail - that's what they call door - that is set at angle so car won't scrape. Trailer was $12,000 - all aluminum - which is critical - DO NOT buy steel trailer.
at 3 different DE events, I spent time walking around looking at....trailers. Asked a lot of questions about what worked, what didn't, why... I got very lucky and picked up a slightly used but fully outfitted race trailer, fully finished, tool box/workbench/cabinets, compressor, generator, wired and plumbed....admittedly it would be overkill for purely DE use, but I got smarter. Find out what you really need... I would suggest 1) get as lightweight as you can (and yes, aluminum) 2) as small as you can based on what you will need (eg. extra wheels/tires) 3) beavertail 4) wireless winch If you buy new, I could get the best you can afford. If used, those 4 points are my suggestions, you even add the winch, tie-downs, et al as you go. I would get a spare tire/wheel and mount over the A-frame
What SUV (model and year)? The 458 is pretty wide, this eliminates plenty of good quality trailers. open trailer or enclosed trailer? The best open trailer for a 458, F430, 360, or any wide car including the Murcielago is the Trailex CT-8045, it can be towed by small SUVs. The best enclosed trailers that can be used with SUVs: - BRE AeroVault (best enclosed trailer in the World, read the brochure and watch it in person) - Trailex CT-80180 Once you step out of these two enclosed trailers, you will need a pick-up truck, a semi, or a large SUV like the Excursion Diesel or YukonXL/Suburban In my opinion TPD makes the 2nd best enclosed trailers and Featherlite the 3rd best, but you need a diesel pick-up truck with 250/2500 series chassis or larger to tow safely with these enclosed trailers (for a 458 I would get a minimum of 24" trailers for these two brands). I use a Cayenne TT with my open Trailex CT8045. The Cayenne TT uses 911 GT3 brakes, massive torque, massive power, and it is not limited to be a tow-only vehicle, as it serves well as daily driver, even as a backup track car. Used ones are extremely cheap, buy 2006 or newer.
If you want the class of the field and don't mind a significant initial investment, the Jimglo is the answer; very popular among the super high end hot rod crowd. I've pulled my 458, Ford GT and Zanardi NSX (pictured) without any drama. Almost takes the fun out of it! All aluminum frame, composite seamless walls, drive in and open the door without any effort. Long tongue for rail-straight towing. I pull it with my Dodge Ram Dually and it really is an effective combination. Image Unavailable, Please Login
You really do have terrific taste in cars, a Zanardi NSX? Fantastic along with your gorgeous Ford GT, and beautiful 458.
I agree on the Jimglo. I've been looking for awhile and it's the best I've seen so far. However, it's priced pretty much the highest as well. They had one at the Barrett-Jackson and I talked to the guys a few times and came away very impressed. I haven't pulled the trigger yet, but will soon, and this is probably the one. Check out the web site and request the option/specs and price list. You can't download it without signing up.
I picked up a used 24' 2009 Jimglo trailer earlier this year and I am very happy with the performance. I am using a 2010 Tundra 4x4 to tow it and it is a good match. Also, I had some questions about the trailer so I contacted Jimglo and they were responsive and very helpful. With the width of the 458 the huge side opening door and removable fender makes loading and unloading much easier/safer. This is one of the wider trailers available and there are still only 4 or 5 inches of clearance on each side. I have mounted a laser pointer in the center of the trailer roof pointing down. Now as I pull in I line up the pointer with the center of the hood and know that the car is centered.
Great idea with the laser pointer. I'd love to see what type you used and how you mounted it if you have pictures. Thanks
Texasz, Sorry I don't have a permanent mount yet. I got a laser pointer at the local office supply and have taped it to a small block of wood cut to a 45 degree angle. I then taped the whole mess to the inside of the roof aiming the beam to the point where the ramp enters the trailer. Since this seems to be a helpful tool when loading the car I'll come up with a more elegant solution soon.
Selling my 2011 open Trailex 8045. Options and original pricing: Trailer $7335 with surge brakes Tire rack $616 Windscreen $732 Spare tire $199 Spare tire mount $50 2 mounts for fuel holders $64 each 2 tuff paw fuel holders (2 jug) $70 each Bearings just repacked and brakes adjusted April 2013. Total new $9200. Excellent shape. $7500 Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login Image Unavailable, Please Login
