Just bought a water buffalo, M107A2 I think. What do I need to pull her home?

[Aussie Bloke]

G'day everyone,.....


Had a look at what seems to be in the locking pin hole and its a rolled up piece of paper,...

Looks like a document relevant for the trailer maybe.

I'd say the reason the landing gear isn't down is because whoever parked it there was just to lazy to use it.

Great trailer.



Aussie.

 

[cogniz55]

Ahab, it's finally purpose remains undiscovered. I have a few rabbit holes possible. May use the tank, off the trailer. Then the trailer for something else (thinking overland camperish), leave it on the trailer for water storage, or turn around and sell it.

 

[cogniz55]

MadDawg...tons of wisdom in your post. Predicated on having a trailer that would hold the trailer! My little landscape trailer would struggle.
What I've drawn from this thread, and thank you to all that have offered perspective, is be prepared and go slow. So I will.
I've done some roadside repair before (up hill, both ways, in the snow, barefooted) so I'll bring a kit hoping I won't need it.

 

[cogniz55]

Headed to Albany in the morning. I'll post findings and photos when I get her home. Thank you all, again, for such great guidance.

 

[cogniz55]

UPDATE...round trip to pickup complete!
Thank you all for your guidance. Pickup was a breeze.
The Albany, GA location is a huge yard outside of the Marine Logistics base there. So no gate check, etc. My phone contact, Billy, was quick and professional. He met me at the trailer with a forklift and in about 30 seconds had it loaded on the hitch.
I proceeded to tape up everything, as instructed. Mounted and taped the lights. Tested them. Then got the compressor out and Billy told me I could use their shop air. Both tires were right around 12 p.s.i.
He also offered anything I might need if it helped, tape, tools, etc. Very helpful.
Because of your guidance, I came fully prepared. The trailer is in great shape. Some minor interior rust on the stainless tank.
Also, the landing gear was fully functional..I'd guess more convenient to use the forklift.
After about 3 miles, stopped to check the hubs for heat...cool as can be.
An easy 4 hours and I'm home.
So again, thank you gentlemen!

 

[glcaines]

I'm glad you made it home safe. Looks like a good water buffalo.

 

[Aussie Bloke]

G'day everyone,....


Brilliant work!







Aussie.

 

[Another Ahab]

Excellent score, cogniz55!

Any interest in a paint job?

You know, just asking....