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Obsledpuller · Jul 17, 2014

As the title states I wasn't sure where to post this question so if it is in the wrong place mods please make the adjustment. Thanks
I am looking at buying a gooseneck trailer and need a little advice. What size should I go with? What am I looking for as far as troubles when I go to look at a used trailer? How long should I be looking at I will be mostly towing my OBS its a 97 ECLB. Thanks in advance for any help/pointers.

Spatel23 · Jul 18, 2014

Id go 30ft

Are you sure that the ONLY thing you will ever use it for is to load your pull truck ?

How wide is the front from outside of tire to outside of tire ?
That will help on deckover or lowboy

Theres lots of variables here, no real answer without knowing them all.

Where are you located ?

1badpsd · Jul 18, 2014

As stated id go with a 30ft, when I was looking for a GN I wanted a 25ft and ended up getting a steal on a 32ft and im so glad I got it, been several times I wish it was 40ft.

Obsledpuller · Jul 18, 2014

Spatel23 said:
Id go 30ft

Are you sure that the ONLY thing you will ever use it for is to load your pull truck ?

How wide is the front from outside of tire to outside of tire ?
That will help on deckover or lowboy

Theres lots of variables here, no real answer without knowing them all.

Where are you located ?

I will also use it to tow other vehicles occasionally but nothing bigger than my truck.

As far as width I'll have to measure.

Located in southern jersey

cbf9703 · Jul 18, 2014

1badpsd said:
As stated id go with a 30ft, when I was looking for a GN I wanted a 25ft and ended up getting a steal on a 32ft and im so glad I got it, been several times I wish it was 40ft.

Think about where you are planning on taking it. 40 ft is great if you need the space, but can be a b*tch to get turned around. I'm a fan of balancing your space requirements with maneuverability if you plan to use it for multiple applications. I don't have the luxury of dedicated trailers. Our trailer has farm duties, goes to the track, pulls, and off road parks.

If you know anyone with a gooseneck, take it for a test drive including loading up your OBS and see what you like about it. Everyone has their personal preferences on doves, ramps, storage areas, etc. But I would definitely recommend adding a winch and lights.

AirFishAutomotive · Jul 21, 2014

One of ours we use regularly is a 25ft and its perfect. Cclb on it and trucks with utility body no problem.

Ad8 PRODIGY · Jul 21, 2014

I use my buddies 24ft deck deckover here and there. Wish it was 30' or a bit more here and there. If i had to buy my own it would be around a 32' deck, dual tandem axles, monster ramps including a center of the dove popup(hydraulic dovetail if im feeling like spending money) and underbed boxes. Nice 12k lb winch up front, and some good worklights on the neck...