Recommended Trailer Valet Trailer Dolly for Moving Loaded Trailer Up and Down Driveway Steep Grade

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I contacted Trailer Valet and they said they don't recommend anything more than 10 degrees. The trailer will be around 320 pounds loaded. Do you have any other ideas?

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For your Yakima 66 inch Rack and Roll Trailer # Y08106, I recommend the Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive - 2" Hitch Ball - 1,000 lbs TW # TVXL2. This tow dolly will use chain driven solid rubber tires to help you move the trailer up the incline of your driveway when loaded and is height adjustable to accommodate your needs. It also has an automatic brake that will help you as you take the trailer down the driveway to make sure the trailer doesn't run away from you. This product has a drill attachment that makes it really easy to use with a cordless drill. I've attached a couple videos to assist.

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Jonathan C.

9/29/2017

I contacted Trailer Valet and they said they don't recommend anything more than 10 degrees. The trailer will be around 320 pounds loaded. Do you have any other ideas?

Jason S.

9/29/2017

You can use a winch to help raise and lower it, you will just need another set of hands to help guide the trailer. I recommend the Dutton-Lainson Worm Gear Hand Winch with Hex Drive Handle - 1,500 lbs # DL11011. This can be used with the Hand Winch Cable with Safety Hook 1/4" Diameter x 25' Long - 1,400 lbs. # DL24100. This will also allow you to use an electric drill with a socket if you so desire. For an electric winch option, I recommend the Dutton-Lainson TW4000 StrongArm Electric Marine Winch # DL25200, which includes a polyester strap and a snap hook.

David W.

8/9/2020

Most or all questions are about moving heavy trailers short distances at home. I need a dolly for my 14 foot aluminum V boat and trailer, together only about 700 lbs, but which can go up and down typical concrete boat ramps. I can launch easily with my FJ Cruiser, but behind my Winnebago it's just too difficult when crowded and the RV can get into trouble when there's gravel on the concrete. I'd really appreciate a recommendation on which model dolly would work best. Thanks.

Jon G.

8/19/2020

If your boat and trailer together are only 700 lbs then you don't need a heavy duty Trailer Valet, just something smaller like the 5X # STC-V211. However, if you're concerned about using your own strength to move the trailer then you might be interested in something like the RVR3 # TVRVR3. Please note that these weight ratings were taken on level ground so if you have a fairly steep incline then the Trailer Valet options might have some struggle.

David W.

8/19/2020

@JonG The 5X #STC-V211 looks interesting. The RV could drive the trailer/boat down near to the water and turn parallel to water's edge. The V211 could then take it into the water - I assume the torque on the handle is easily managed down about 20 feet on a 15% slope. Reversing this process would keep the RV away from the gravelly edge when getting the trailer out of the water. But I imagine winding it up the ramp more than a few feet would be pretty tough. Thanks.

Jon G.

8/28/2020

As long as the gravel isn't fine (like pebbles) I think you'll be okay. Obviously any tire will have a slightly harder time on gravel as opposed to asphalt. To help make moving the trailer up the ramp a little easier you can use the drill attachment # TVDA so that you're using the power of the drill instead of cranking it by hand.

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Trailer Valet actually has a dolly/jack that is designed for attaching to the coupler like you mentioned. For that you'd want the part #TVXL25 for if you have a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball or part #TVXL2 for if you have a 2 inch hitch ball size. I…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 4

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 7

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 8

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 9

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 11

The Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuator part #DM72VR should be a direct replacement for the Atwood 61101 Brake Actuator that you have now. This newest updated it rated at 7K instead of 6K. This is a bolt on option that mounts on 3" centers.…

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Answer 12

You can use leaf springs that are rated higher than the axle without any issues as long as they measure the correct measurement for your trailer. For example the 6-leaf double eye spring for 7,000 lb axles part #e64SR measures 24-7/8" eye to…

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