Choosing a new trailer

ztagator · #1 01-31-2004, 09:35 PM

Went out looking at new aluminum trailers for my 20'. I'm impressed by the Rolls (Rollsaxle.com). I found a dealer in West Palm Beach, but who else carries them. I was given a price of $2300 for their 2160 Tandem. Any advice??

Mark · #2 01-31-2004, 09:50 PM

what all does that quote include? (stainless disc brakes?, what size wheels?, aluminum or galvanized rims?, etc)?

ztagator · #3 01-31-2004, 10:08 PM

Their trailers seem to have a lot of upgrades to begin with...all stainless hardware and a unique cushion spring as opposed to torsion or leaf. This one had did not have brakes, The rims are galvanized, 14" tires. (The aluminum rims would be a $75 per tire upgrade.) It seems really heavy duty. Still not sure if $2300 is retail or dealer cost

Mark · #4 01-31-2004, 10:15 PM

I got a quote on a Loadmaster (19-21' rated to 6,000#s) with every bell and whistle available - Kodiak SS disc brakes, mag wheels + mag spare, etc etc and it came to about $1K more than your quote.

ztagator · #5 01-31-2004, 10:28 PM

Thanks Mark...this has a 5200# rating...

madmax · #6 02-01-2004, 10:20 AM

i have had a rolls trailer for 9 years and i trailer alot-no problems. as far as i'm concerneed it is the best trailer. i added disc brakes last year on one axel, they are stainless. i had to replacce one disc pad - no corresion or lock up . i would consider putting a powerwinch on it. and teflon slides for the bunkers. they now have stainless hubs and aluminum rims. i think maybe the hubs may be a good idea, i don't think i would pay the extra for the rims. i trailer 2 times a year to the keys and at least 2-3 month over to tarpon spgs.
mad max

laser · #7 02-01-2004, 10:49 PM

Why get a tandem? I put my 20' on a single, no brakes, galvanized roll on Continental. I pull it with a Suburban with no problem and we have dragged it as far away Virginia from S. Florida.

Bill

Mark · #8 02-01-2004, 11:07 PM

I had a wheel bearing go out on a single axle trailer (inspite of having it lubed two hours prior) on I-95 during rush hour traffic in Ft. Lauderdale - in the middle lane of course. My next trailer will be a tandem. Some incidents really stick in your mind!

TUGBOAT · #9 02-02-2004, 11:37 AM

I had a single under My 20' for years No problem,bought a tandem Rolls for the New '83. & love it .SS brakes too.A much smoother ride.I called the place I got Mine &They'll give the same model to You at $2000. w/o brakes $2500. w/SS brakes.When Rolls say's ALL Allu. & SS They have it.
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Dave Hirshberg · #10 02-02-2004, 12:10 PM

I've had singles and tandems, and I prefer singles if I can get away with it. They are easier to manuver off the hitch and less parts to break. I've never had a set of brakes work for more than a year so no brakes for me. I'd spend that money on a torsion drop axel and larger tires. Quick load, loadmaster,Continental, you should be no more than $1500 to $1600. Just my .02