Cargo 6 x 12 or 14?

[DrJean]

IDK but you also might want to check to see if there's a difference DMV-wise and tolls and roads etc for the longer length (total length).

 

[Optimistic Paranoid]

IDK but you also might want to check to see if there's a difference DMV-wise and tolls and roads etc for the longer length (total length).

As far as toll bridges and roads go, it ain't length, it's number of axles.  You'll pay a higher toll for a twin axle trailer than you will for a single axle.  At least here in NY.

 

[highdesertranger]

around So Cal it's 3 or more axles so after you have 3 it doesn't matter how many more you have. highdesertranger

 

[ArtW]

here in Tx you pay one toll for 2 axles (car, light or medium truck), a higher one for 3
(heavy truck, car or light or medium truck with SA trailer) and higher for anything more than 3 axles (heavy truck with double or triple axle) IIRC

 

[AlreadyGone]

Posted earlier, but I think it's being overlooked as a signature:

A CT related question that I've had is: Yes, I understand the benefit of the triple-tube tongue, but most of them come with some type of extension...like " 60” Triple Tube Tongue". Is there any benefit or loss to the 60" extension? I'm thinking more about impact on towing, but any reason to desire or avoid it with a 6x12 and an astro?

 

[johnny b]

Here in the east we have the EZ Pass system for automated toll collection. 1 axle trailer charged more, 2 axle is more than 1, up to some sort of maximum. Attached is their classification list. Must be the proximity to DC.  

View attachment EZPass reference_codes.pdf

 

[Optimistic Paranoid]

Posted earlier, but I think it's being overlooked as a signature:

A CT related question that I've had is: Yes, I understand the benefit of the triple-tube tongue, but most of them come with some type of extension...like " 60” Triple Tube Tongue". Is there any benefit or loss to the 60" extension? I'm thinking more about impact on towing, but any reason to desire or avoid it with a 6x12 and an  astro?

The only possible downside I can think of is that it makes your overall length about 2 feet longer, which I personally wouldn't consider a big deal.

The upside is you have more room for mounting both a tongue box AND propane tanks.  I don't think you could fit both with the standard length tongue - which I think is about 3 feet long.

I'm planning to go for the 60" inch tongue when I buy mine.

 

[highdesertranger]

a longer tongue tows better and is easier to back up. the fact is on most trailers built today the tongue is to short which leads to poor handling. it does make it harder to get into tight places. highdesertranger

 

[DLTooley]

A 7' width might actually give you more space due layout. That width is long enough to sleep crosswise at either the tail or nose, possibly reducing the amount of space required for an aisle.

 

[ArtW]

that was what made me want a 7 wide, back when I looked at CTs, but really, it's adding a lot of weight and wind resistance

 

[masterplumber]

My 7x14 mobile tool shed has an extended tongue. I find it's actually easier in tight spaces as I can back up to an almost jackknifed position and then pull forward. I actually did that turning around last weekend in a circular driveway that was to tight for my crew cab truck to make the circle without backing up.

 

[closeanuf]

In my Sunday paper there was an ad from Northern Tool + Equipment.  They have cargo trailers 6x10 & 6x12 listed .  At my local store they only stock the flat bed type trailers, but thought it might be of interest to someone.  They also have a lot of accessories for trailers.  The brand name for their trailers is:  "Carry-on"

 

[Spaceman Spiff]

My 2¢.

I have an 8 ft. long by 7 ft wide camper with a twin sized bed across the front (72" X 39").  I am left with 4.5ft X 2.6 ft of floor space, which I find roomy for one person and a beagle.  I don't feel cramped or crowded.  Lots of storage under the bed and I can carry four+ weeks worth of supplies and two of water into the back country.

If you can fit your bed across the trailer (either 6 ft or 7 ft), I think you will find a 12 ft trailer plenty big and a 14 ft trailer palatial.

 -- Spiff

 

[AlreadyGone]

My 2¢.

I have an 8 ft. long by 7 ft wide camper with a twin sized bed across the front (72" X 39").  I am left with 4.5ft X 2.6 ft of floor space, which I find roomy for one person and a beagle.  I don't feel cramped or crowded.  Lots of storage under the bed and I can carry four+ weeks worth of supplies and two of water into the back country.

If you can fit your bed across the trailer (either 6 ft or 7 ft), I think you will find a 12 ft trailer plenty big and a 14 ft trailer palatial.

 -- Spiff

I agree, but I'm not looking to go wider than 6' for towing reasons. That's 5' 8" or 68". This full is 74", so it will need to go lengthwise. I'll change over to a Twin XL later on...or figure out some other bedding.

Either way, I think it will be plenty.

My main concern was if there were any issues about using standard mattresses...especially in van, cargo trailers, etc. So far, it seems like 1 less thing I'll need to get rid of...

 

[masterplumber]

In my Sunday paper there was an ad from Northern Tool + Equipment.  They have cargo trailers 6x10 & 6x12 listed .  At my local store they only stock the flat bed type trailers, but thought it might be of interest to someone.  They also have a lot of accessories for trailers.  The brand name for their trailers is:  "Carry-on"

My 6x12 cargo camper trailer is a 2010 Carry-on brand. While not top of the line, it seems to be built well and is holding up well. I didn't know Harbor Freight was carrying them. I know a few other places also carry them, such as Big R farm supply in my area.