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Post by Teachndad on Oct 29, 2014 9:15:35 GMT -8
Hi, My mom's 80th birthday is coming up in 10 days and I am considering pulling my trailer up to my parents as part of a surprise entrance. I have already opened up the rear skin as seen below. Can I tow Andy - my Westerner 720 RT miles assuming there is no rain forcast. Any structural concerns since the aluminum has been taken off? thanks Rod  |
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Post by SusieQ on Oct 29, 2014 12:55:50 GMT -8
I'd be more concerned about the rot. But if the wind gets up under the skin, it's a goner. My advice would be no, do not tow it like that. But you CAN do it, might not turn out so good.
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Post by poncho62 on Oct 29, 2014 14:30:18 GMT -8
Put the skin back on for the trip...shouldnt take more than a couple of hours...Duct tape over the seams
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Post by Ten on Oct 29, 2014 14:35:42 GMT -8
ABSOLUTELY structural concerns opened up. The framing alone, rotted or not, is not what gives the strength to these trailers. It is a combination of the framing, the layers, and the integrity of the frame, that keeps the shape from "blowing up" when it is together and meets with the bumps and bruises of the road. You could tow it, but it is liable to be a lot shorter and a lit lighter when you arrive!
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Post by danrhodes on Oct 29, 2014 15:29:55 GMT -8
What did they used to say about opening windows in a hurricane?
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Post by mobiltec on Oct 29, 2014 15:32:08 GMT -8
I wouldn't tow that more than 20 feet even if it DID have the metal on it. It's going to be a great trailer but let's not see it all blown up on the road.
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Post by John Palmer on Oct 29, 2014 19:11:07 GMT -8
That trailer "should be" sitting "leveled" on four to six jack stands, and NOT moved at all until it's buttoned back up.
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Post by Teachndad on Oct 29, 2014 22:40:06 GMT -8
Well, due to the overwhelming replies encouraging me to put Andy on the road, 
I have decided to go for it. 
sarcasm implied  Rod
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Post by batjac65 on Oct 30, 2014 4:49:32 GMT -8
Just paint the interior back wall and add some curtains and cute pillows....then that thing will be able to be camped in today and towed anywhere in the US. OH!...and dont forget to add a little silicone to "stop" ALL the leaks.
I think you're golden....
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