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Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-19-2016, 12:47 PM
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Posted By msweet
It fit in the larger parking area with no...

It fit in the larger parking area with no problems on the first try. From my experience backing it in twice now I think it should also fit in the smaller future parking area as well. Thanks everyone...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 04:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
Thanks for the offer! I drew everything to scale...

Thanks for the offer! I drew everything to scale in CAD the other day so I just need to print it out. I will get my son to play cars with the cutouts and see if he can back the trailer in!
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 04:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
That's correct. The City has confirmed the...

That's correct. The City has confirmed the minimum setback required is 5 feet (22 feet minus 17 feet for lane allowance). I may make the garage narrower and set it further back if it provides better...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 04:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
These look great! If I can't fit the trailer in...

These look great! If I can't fit the trailer in after numerous attempts from either direction than I will consider this setup. The convenience and parking savings in the first year would more than...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 04:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
This gives me a level of comfort that I can fit...

This gives me a level of comfort that I can fit the trailer into the current parking area with no problem. With some practice it sounds like it will also fit in the narrower future spot as well.

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Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 01:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
The access lane has about a 10% grade. Unless...

The access lane has about a 10% grade. Unless there is a way to control the trailer brakes with the dolly I would not disconnect the trailer on that type of hill. Even with control of the brakes it...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 01:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
Tug is 5th Gen 4Runner which is quite short...

Tug is 5th Gen 4Runner which is quite short (15'-8") overall . We will put it in the wider space (24') to start but are hoping to build a garage there this fall. I might have to change the size of...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
Thanks for the feedback. Unfortunately we can't...

Thanks for the feedback. Unfortunately we can't back straight in to this area and will need to approach with the 90 degree turn. Also there is a 10% slope down the lane which eliminates the option to...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 01:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
I should have provided a bit more info... this is...

I should have provided a bit more info... this is not open space but is built up with fences and retaining walls all around. There is a fence and retaining wall along the uphill side of the property...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 07-04-2016, 12:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,540
Posted By msweet
Tight Parking Spot for the 17B

We are getting excited to pick-up our new to us trailer in the next few weeks. I am posting this because want to get feedback from owners on their parking situations and whether they think our...
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