Bought a Primo 6x12 trailer today.

[Snoking1127]

The second 24" E-track arrived today. It is much better than the first piece of junk I ordered. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0055DMWDA/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Then again it cost twice as much. One gets what they pay for. Will work on it tomorrow morning when it is cooler. Chris

 

[Snoking1127]

I set up my Aluma MC210 this way and it worked like a dream - until I tried to back off! Rear wheel just spun. It took two of us to rock my F3-T so it would climb over the back chocks! I took the back chocks off and bolted down etrack instead. Now it really works great! Depending on the traction of the trailer deck you might not need to do this. It would be a good idea to order more etrack just in case.

OK, I figure out how to get in and out of the dual front chocks. Going in you just need a little momentum. Backing out I drove forward a bit and put on the brakes, switched to reverse and power braked a bit, then release the brake and it popped up and over the rear chock with the slight head start. I was able to skid the rear tire sideways of the E-track to center it up with a ratchet strap.

 

[canamjhb]

Looks like you're good to go Chris. Also, nice to see the Federals and General on your Spyder. That's what I ran also...... Jim

 

[MNF3]

That’s definitely as secure as you will ever need!

 

[Snoking1127]

Well this morning a did a road trip to check fuel mileage and the tie downs. I drove from Gold Canyon to Florence, Az about 28 miles and got out and checked things over. The strap on the rear tire was a little loose, which surprised me a bit. I drove 89 miles and it took 5.095 gallons. Which is 17.468 MPG hand cal. Trailer handles well and the trike seem to do great on it. I had put some more stuff in the storage box also. :2thumbs:

 

[Snoking1127]

I set up my Aluma MC210 this way and it worked like a dream - until I tried to back off! Rear wheel just spun. It took two of us to rock my F3-T so it would climb over the back chocks! I took the back chocks off and bolted down etrack instead. Now it really works great! Depending on the traction of the trailer deck you might not need to do this. It would be a good idea to order more etrack just in case.

OK, you were right it is to hard to consistently back out of the rear front wheel chocks. So I order two of these to replace the rear chocks.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BMCOHJO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Snoking1127]

So I thought the rear tire should sit on more than just the E-Track, so I bought a plastic cutting board and made outriggers. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078GJNXTQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Ridethru]

Based on 'always Young's' input I ordered these two items for the read wheel. Thanks!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005C2AWHC/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Note: Do NOT order this cheap ill fitting E-track. The accessories are quite loose when snapped in place. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CO9QO0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I bought that track and agree with the comment. A little loose. The fix i found was a hammer on the back side. Tightened the fit right up.

 

[Snoking1127]

Given that I am one step away from completing the build out of the trailer, I thought I would give you a run down on the cost.

Trailer including Tax, Spare tire and License(life time plates).
$3,793.43

The two boxes
$660.25

Ace Hardware, nuts and bolts and aluminum angle iron.
$145.23

Amazon Tiedowns, ramps, nuts, bolts, washers
$497.36

Total to date
$5,096.27

You know what? I got exactly what I wanted and how I wanted it. Also it has been good therapy for me with my DW approach the end with her ALS.

This morning I worked on pins to hold the secondary ramps in place on the trailers shorter ramp.

I will post a final pictures with the Spyder on it when I get those last small E-track rails for behind the front tires. Chris

 

[JoshHefnerX]

I'm curious about why you wouldn't want to take the ride on the Spyder, up the Pacific coast would be epic.

 

[Snoking1127]

Because I commute between the two locations fall and spring.

 

[Snoking1127]

Well the newest E-track tie downs showed up today and the project is more or less complete. Being a old Coastie and boater that double down on mooring lines when the wind was blowing, the Spyder is going to ride in that mode.

I drilled a couple more holes in the OEM ramp so the outside ramps can move in to load a golf cart.

Yes the Ring nuts on the lower shock mount get to be part of the tie down.

The four black ratchet straps on continues loops with no hooks.

I am very happy with the finished product!

Depending on my wife's health and what happens there, this is where I will be spending the summer months In Washington State.

 

[Snoking1127]

This morning I got going early while it was still cool out an towed the trailer/with Spyder up the B-Line into the mountains and back for a second shakedown run. 130 miles round trip with lots of up and down hills on the B-line. Mileage was 17.7 or similar to the first test on the flats in the East Valley. :2thumbs::cheers:

 

[billybovine]

Wow that's a lot of straps. I only strap down the front wheels with straps, E-tracks and E-chocks. As my picture in my previous post shows. I do nothing for the rear wheel. It won't move. But whatever makes you feel secure.

 

[dbh999]

What brand are the 3 auxiliary ramps you are using?

 

[Snoking1127]

Wow that's a lot of straps. I only strap down the front wheels with straps, E-tracks and E-chocks. As my picture in my previous post shows. I do nothing for the rear wheel. It won't move. But whatever makes you feel secure.

It is going to be a 1500-1600 trip each way, so I want it doubly secured.

 

[Snoking1127]

What brand are the 3 auxiliary ramps you are using?

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08DKLMSN4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I drilled out the aluminum pop rivets on the hinges and separated it in to three ramps, verse the tri-fold ramp. Chris

 

[canamjhb]

Chris,

Did you get the tire pressure figured out? Thanks..... Jim

 

[Snoking1127]

Chris,

Did you get the tire pressure figured out? Thanks..... Jim

Put at 40, however I think I can go lower yet. Been busy with wife's health the Ford Edge leaving the trailer running lights on when the vehicle is off.

 

[Snoking1127]

Well DW stepped off the planet on July 5th and after wrapped up all the associated paper work I headed North with her ashes and the Spyder on the trailer.

Wells Nv headed North:

Before leaving for Washington I bought a Kawasaki KRX 1000.

So before returning I traded the Edge ST for a 2021 F150 XLT Sport. Wells Nv headed South.

KRX on the trailer:

I was going to get a ticket or kill myself in the Edge ST as it was just to much fun to drive! The dealer gave me more than we paid for it 15 months earlier and 2 K off the F150. The F150 is loaded with options, 12" Sync 4 display, Co-pilot 360, 360 cameras, Pro Backup assist, stop and go adaptive Cruse on and on. It is much more conformable seat for long trips like I make. Both had/have the 2.7L twin turbo V6. Edge was 335/380 8 speed and the F150 is 325/400 10 speed.

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