bob95065
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I am thinking about buying a a M101A3 trailer for hauling firewood and construction materials when I need the extra capacity. I'll pull it with a 1997 Dodge Ram 4x4 diesel which should handle it no problem. I have some questions about the trailer and purchasing surplus equipment through the government:
1. Does anyone know the bolt hole pattern for the rims on the trailers? My truck will take wheels from a H2. I don't know if the military version is compatible.
2. The trailers I see for auction are all listed condition F7 which is repairable material. Can anyone let me know from experience what kind of condition I can expect to find the trailers in? I don't have a flatbed so I will pull the trailer home behind my truck. the reason I am asking is I have a 7 hour drive one-way to bring the trailer home. What materials/parts should I bring with me when I pick it up? I guess I am looking for what I should expect to do to the trailer before I start for home.
3. Are parts available for these trailers from commercial sources? Where can I get parts?
4. What is the distance from the lunette to the ground when the trailer is level? I would like to know do I get the right hitch for my truck.
5. In general how much time should I expect to pass between winning and auction and picking up the trailer?
6. Do I get to make an appointment or does the seller give a window of time for pick up? Is there a link to the pick-up procedure?
7. Is the brake on the trailer only mechanical or does it have an electrical component? I have seen trailers like this that have brakes that are disabled when the tow vehicle is put in reverse gear ( brake is disabled when the reverse lights come on). Is there a way to disable to brake when backing up?
I am a competent mechanic and am well equipped with tools. I have a compressor on my truck for filling tires and will bring plenty of tools. I appreciate your reading this post and look forward to any insights you can provide.
Thanks,
Bob Elliott
1. Does anyone know the bolt hole pattern for the rims on the trailers? My truck will take wheels from a H2. I don't know if the military version is compatible.
2. The trailers I see for auction are all listed condition F7 which is repairable material. Can anyone let me know from experience what kind of condition I can expect to find the trailers in? I don't have a flatbed so I will pull the trailer home behind my truck. the reason I am asking is I have a 7 hour drive one-way to bring the trailer home. What materials/parts should I bring with me when I pick it up? I guess I am looking for what I should expect to do to the trailer before I start for home.
3. Are parts available for these trailers from commercial sources? Where can I get parts?
4. What is the distance from the lunette to the ground when the trailer is level? I would like to know do I get the right hitch for my truck.
5. In general how much time should I expect to pass between winning and auction and picking up the trailer?
6. Do I get to make an appointment or does the seller give a window of time for pick up? Is there a link to the pick-up procedure?
7. Is the brake on the trailer only mechanical or does it have an electrical component? I have seen trailers like this that have brakes that are disabled when the tow vehicle is put in reverse gear ( brake is disabled when the reverse lights come on). Is there a way to disable to brake when backing up?
I am a competent mechanic and am well equipped with tools. I have a compressor on my truck for filling tires and will bring plenty of tools. I appreciate your reading this post and look forward to any insights you can provide.
Thanks,
Bob Elliott